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Finland: searching for religious identity in a shifting society Ecumenical scholar Dr Minna Hietamäki reflects on some cultural and religious trends in her country
Africa: “In Christ, we are one body” Leadership conference closes with call for unity in the body of Christ
Africa: Perspectives for an inclusive, just and intergenerational church Theological institutions promoting unity in Africa’s churches
Myanmar: LWF reassures churches after Typhoon Yagi LWF has expressed deep sympathy and solidarity with Myanmar in the aftermath of the devastating Typhoon Yagi, and pledged support toward recovery e
Greenland: a church and people in rapid transformation Climate change, isolation and a disappearing indigenous way of life are among the challenges facing people in the world’s most northern territory&n
2026 call for member church projects includes training Churches invited to sign up for workshops on project design by 6 October 2024
LWF and Taizé: Crafting unity and hope from refugee camp sand Symbol of diaconal and ecumenical commitment
New York: Faith leaders call for true and transformative peace General Secretary Burghardt: “Creating contexts where people and communities can thrive”
Africa: “Unity is both a gift and a responsibility” Archbishop Musa delivers opening sermon at Africa Lutheran Church Leadership Consultation
LWF delegation to attend UN Summit of the Future General Secretary Burghardt leads Lutheran presence at world leaders’ summit in New York
Churches urged to endorse call for Fossil Fuel Treaty Leaders and congregations invited to sign Faith Letter for Season of Creation’s day of action on 21 September
