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A group of Oromo internally displaced people (IDP) move through the Burka Dare IDP site in Ethiopia. Photo: LWF/ Albin Hillert

World Refugee Day: Every Action Counts

Lutheran church leaders advocate for the protection of displaced people

(LWI) - Churches and faith communities need to actively support refugees. Every action counts. This is the call of Lutheran church leaders worldwide on World Refugee…

Germany: Advocate for the rights of refugees

Voices from the Communion: Bishop Heinrich Bedford-Strohm

(LWI) - "Europe is losing its soul!” Heinrich Bedford-Strohm does not mince words when it comes to the situation of refugees in the Mediterranean Sea. The bishop of the…

LWF President Archbishop Dr Panti Filibus Musa. Photo: LWF/Albin Hillert

Redefining churches’ role in post-COVID19 world

LWF President Musa reflects on new challenges and need to ensure no one is left behind

(LWI) - In the aftermath of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Lutherans must learn to redefine their role in society as they continue “to advocate…

The LWF is adding its voice to a statement calling for an end to the decade-long conflict in Syria and support for all those displaced by the violence Photo: LWF/R. Schlott

LWF joins call to conference on ending Syria conflict

4th Brussels Conference will highlight ongoing humanitarian crisis in Syria and neighboring countries

(LWI) - The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) has signed onto a statement from the Action by Churches…

Dahiet Al-Salam, in the Shufat Camp area of Jerusalem, has been closed off by the Israeli authorities' construction of the separation wall that runs through Jerusalem. Photo: LWF/Albin Hillert

Annexation will undermine peace in Middle East

Ecumenical organizations warn Israel’s planned action would further damage hopes for justice and lasting peace

(LWI) - Leading ecumenical organizations are urging the international community to oppose Israel’s planned annexation of parts…

LWF General Secretary Rev Dr Martin Junge (left) and President Archbishop Dr Panti Filibus Musa. Photos: LWF/S. Gallay and LWF/Albin Hillert

LWF leaders: ‘Now is the time to be church’

Against challenges of post-COVID context, churches are called to work together, sharing treasures and talents

(LWI) - Despite the many challenges facing churches as a consequence of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Christians are…

A screenshot of the webinar on the churchesâ response to populism. Photo: LWF

Confronting populism: how can churches respond?

Webinar explores responsibilities and resources for Christians to resist exclusionary rhetoric

(LWI) - What do we mean by populism? Is it ever a good thing? Can democracy be manipulated? Is the church too political? How should Christians…

The ruins of a building in war-torn Mosul, Iraq. Photo: Paul Jeffrey/ACT Alliance

LWF urges Security Council to implement global ceasefire

Junge urges UN to strengthen efforts to end armed conflicts and enable robust action against COVID-19 pandemic

(LWI) - The General Secretary of the Lutheran World Federation (LWF), Rev. Dr Martin Junge, has written to the United Nations…

Church of SwedenÂ Archbishop AntjeÂ JackelÃ©n. Photo: LWF/Albin Hillert

Lutheran leader shares spiritual insights on pandemic

Swedish Archbishop Antje Jackelén is part of interfaith ‘Coronaspection’ project

(LWI) - Church of Sweden Archbishop Antje Jackelén is among several dozen leaders of different religious…

Carlos Hernandez migrated from Olancho, Honduras, a region heavily affected by climate change and social violence. Photo: Sean Hawkey/ LWF

COVID-19: Interfaith forum calls for protection of human rights

LWF and interfaith partners submit statement to Human Rights Council

(LWI) - The global pandemic of the new coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and climate change are both heavily affecting those already vulnerable, and aggravating the human…

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