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New skills to lead and advocate for gender justice Two participants in the LWF training program on theology, leadership, and gender justice share how newly acquired skills and knowledge advance thei
Do not instrumentalize the gospel by speaking of “Holy War” On their solidarity visit to Ukraine, the LWF delegation also met with faith leaders from Christian, Muslim and Jewish communities in Ukraine.
Namibia: Indigenous-led advocacy for land rights In Namibia, a community of the San people and the Lutheran church are prioritizing indigenous-led development approaches to counter cultural stereo
Madagascar: creating equal opportunities for women In this Voices from the Communion, Rakotondramiadana Holiharifetra reflects on the long journey to gender equality in her country
Ukraine: Humanitarian work and advocacy with political leaders LWF President Stubkjær and General Secretary Burghardt met with key political leaders in Ukraine during solidarity visit
You are not alone: praying for just peace in Ukraine LWF leaders bring message of solidarity from global church to Lutheran congregations in Kyiv and Kharkiv.
LWF leaders visit Ukraine “Keep proclaiming Christian hope, in words and deeds,” said the LWF President and General Secretary when they visited Ukraine this week.
LWF Assembly logo designer wins top awards Polish American artist and theologian Kristen Opalinski has won top awards for her designs illustrating the Krakow Assembly theme of ‘One Body, One
Lesbos: from beach rescues to a center of hope and healing A British couple living on the Greek island of Lesbos found themselves caught up in the refugee crisis of 2015 as thousands sought shelter and asyl
Nairobi: Calling for an effective Pact of the Future A reform of global governance and a commitment to safeguarding the future of the planet and its inhabitants: that is what civil society organizatio
Palestine: Solidarity in “small acts” that keep hope alive With its income-generating activities mostly grounded by the war in Gaza, the Palestinian Lutheran church extends small acts that keep hope alive,
