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Freedom of a Christian: a compass for contemporary church ‘Being Lutheran’ webinar explores relevance of Luther’s text on liberty and service to neighbors in need
Breaking barriers: LWF women in leadership International Women’s Day webinar explores successes and obstacles for past, present and future generations
Argentina: "I’m convinced that dialogue is always the solution” Voices from the Communion: Ms. Karina Arntzen
COVID-19: Tanzanian bishop urges church, leaders, to take precautions Education a key component in curbing spread of virus
An “Inner dialogue” with Luther’s Bible in Wartburg Three distinguished authors to spend a month at Wartburg Castle for a literary encounter
COVID-19: Cuban Lutheran church extends food and psychosocial aid Assistance from the LWF reaches a growing number of people in need
COVID-19: “We must be a part of the healing process” Lutheran Church in Chile opens its doors as a COVID-19 vaccination site
COVID-19: Until all are safe, no one is safe LWF General Secretary calls on G7 leaders to ensure vaccine equity
Churches offer “witness of hope and compassion” LWF leaders send message of thanks, support and theological reflection to mark the start of Lent
Faith groups raise voices of refugees and asylum seekers Swedish sister joins Mexican priest and Croatian rights activist calling for need to change refugee narratives
Young reformers build networks that keep churches connected LWF LAC and North America youth reflect on their role in strengthening the church
