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Tanzanian and Swedish church leaders hold joint retreat Bishops issue shared statement on proclaiming the gospel in the public space
Signs of hope amid challenging times Leadership Conference in Latin America opens with context analysis and insights from member churches
Faith-based organizations launch publication on women’s human rights LWF General Secretary Junge affirms partnerships that influence the local reality
Vital role of religions in providing safe space for civil society organization General Secretary of Zimbabwe Council of Churches says faith groups must play prophetic role in mobilizing for justice and peace
Churches invited to “pray for peace and freedom” in the run-up to EU elections German church offers sermon and liturgy
Lutherans living the gospel in New Zealand Voices from the Communion: Bishop Mark Whitfield of the LCNZ
Sri Lanka: LWF condemns violence, urges religious leaders to promote peace LWF calls for protection of places of worship
Public holiday on Good Friday abolished in Austria Lutherans say decision follows “economic interests” and “has broken a public promise”
Mexican church marks 10 years of women’s ordination Equal participation in other areas of church life has grown
Deepening communion, strengthening churches, encouraging people GNC/LWF scholarship holders grateful for widened horizons
Human Rights Council: Concern for conflict-affected populations and people with albinism LWF’s intervention at 40th session of UN Human Rights Council
Wittenberg: A Lutheran perspective on translating the Bible Interview with Rev. Dr Hoyce Jacob Lyimo-Mbowe
