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LWF remembers Rev. Sven G. Oppegaard and a life dedicated to church unity Tribute to former LWF Assistant General Secretary for Ecumenical Affairs
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LWF General Secretary announces he will step down in 2021 "Junge has personified LWF's passion for the church and for the world"
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Lutherans and Anglicans join hands to support South Sudanese refugees LWF Uganda and Episcopal diocese in South Sudan explore joint programming, awareness-raising
COVID-19: Adopt an Economy of Life, urge global Christian organizations Coronavirus pandemic a prophetic moment
Better schools for staff and students in Jordan LWF, CLWR and Global Affairs Canada mark completion of pioneering ‘Improved Learning Environments for Children’ project
COVID-19: Medical personnel must be protected Chilean doctor and health care workers in Latin America targets of violent threats
Put age, gender, diversity at heart of IDP policies LWF joins collective of NGOs calling on UN panel to ensure inclusivity in dealing with Internally Displaced People
COVID-19: Faith based organizations call for immediate ceasefire Lutheran World Federation and Islamic Relief Worldwide appeal for peace to protect people from Coronavirus
