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Searching for identity in Svalbard’s Arctic region Voices from the Communion: Rev. Siv Limstrand shares reflections from a community living on top of the world
Americas: “God breathed life unto dry bones” LWF member churches of the Americas gather to discuss post-pandemic challenges and opportunities
Poland: First nine women ordained as pastors “The whole Lutheran communion celebrates with you today,” said LWF Vice President Viilma
India: From destitution to a dignified life and self-respect Lutheran church supports transgender community’s right to economic progress and well-being
AVH: financial crisis must be urgently resolved LWF appeals to EU and other partners to support Augusta Victoria Hospital’s life-saving cancer care for Palestinians
Chile: Lutheran bishop appointed chaplain to presidential palace Bishop Izani Bruch will be responsible for worship, pastoral care at the government headquarters
New partnership for LWF and International Labour Organization PROSPECTS program supports skills and business training for refugees and host communities in Iraq and Ethiopia
Ukraine: LWF provides cash assistance for refugees in Poland Enrolment centers in six locations to reach at least 60.000 vulnerable families
Putting faith into practice in words and deeds LWF General Secretary addresses synod of Protestant Church in the Netherlands
Nigerian seminary brings education on irregular migration and trafficking to the classroom Students and teachers of ‘Symbols of Hope’ in congregations and communities
Hungary: Sharing stories of credible witness in turbulent times Voices from the Communion: Kinga Marjatta Pap, Chairperson of the Thirteenth Assembly International Worship Planning Committee
Jordan: Saving water while improving food security LWF pioneers hydroponic farming system enabling refugees and host communities to grow fresh fruit and vegetables
