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2020 selection complete, 85 candidates awarded LWF scholarships

A ‘commitment to develop knowledge and skills and promote our shared values’

(LWI) – The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) has completed its 2020 scholarship approval process, with 85 new candidates from the communion’s member churches set…

The Evangelical Lutheran Church in Denmark is opposing a draft law that would require all religious sermons to be translated into Danish. Here, Bishop Henning Toft Bro preaches at the State Opening of the Danish Parliament. Photo: Diocese of Aalborg

Denmark urged to respect religious freedom

LWF General Secretary joins appeal to government to drop draft law requiring sermons to be translated into Danish

(LWI) - The Evangelical Lutheran Church in Denmark has raised concerns about proposed legislation that would require all…

Participants at the Being Lutheran webinar believe the experience of digitally-mediated worship is âchanging who we will be in the future.â Photo: Congerdesign via Pixabay

Being Lutheran: Real Presence in Digital Church

Theologians from Asia, Europe and U.S. ask how pandemic is changing theology, liturgy and pastoral priorities

(LWI) - How did churches respond to the sudden restrictions provoked by the COVID-19 pandemic? One year on, how are they coping…

Women of faith have a vital role to play in rebuilding from the COVID-19 pandemic. Photo: Panelistsâ own

Women's voices for interfaith engagement

A webinar marking World Interfaith Harmony Week highlights the role of women in post-COVID cooperation

(LWI) - Women of faith have a vital role to play in promoting more effective dialogue and cooperation in a world struggling to overcome…

Swedish Lutheran Sister Karin Johansson. Photo: Richard Orange/Radio Sweden

Faith groups raise voices of refugees and asylum seekers

Swedish sister joins Mexican priest and Croatian rights activist calling for need to change refugee narratives

(LWI) - People of faith have a particular responsibility to lift up the voices of refugees and asylum seekers who are still…

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

Churches offer “witness of hope and compassion”

LWF leaders send message of thanks, support and theological reflection to mark the start of Lent

(LWI) - The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) President Archbishop Dr Panti Filibus Musa and General Secretary, Rev. Dr Martin Junge have…

Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala during the selection process for director general of the World Trade Organization. Photo: Â©WTO/Jay Louvion

Trade must serve to “overcome inequalities”

LWF president sends congratulations to Okonjo-Iweala, first woman and first African to head World Trade Organization

(LWI) - The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) President Archbishop Dr Panti Filibus Musa has sent congratulations to the…

Past, present and future Lutheran women in leadership discuss challenges and progress in breaking barriers to affirm womenâs rights and equality. Photo: LWF/S.Gallay

Breaking barriers: LWF women in leadership

International Women’s Day webinar explores successes and obstacles for past, present and future generations

(LWI) - What can be done to break down barriers that prevent women from fulfilling their potential and reaching top leadership…

âWe know that this year is crucial. The world must use the momentum for climate action,â said LWF General Secretary Junge. Photo: LWF/Albin Hillert.

Faith leaders prepare for COP26: Urgent climate action needed

Junge’s message to faith and political leaders: “This year is crucial”

(LWI) – “The [climate] crisis is real. We know the communities and people affected by it, often even by name," said the Lutheran World Federation's (LWF) General…

During a 30 March webinar, four ordained women from Mexico, Austria, Tanzania and Malaysia talked about the challenges they face and responsibilities they share in bringing an alternative voice to the highest levels of church leadership. Photo: Composite

Public Theology: Echoing Miriam’s prophetic song

Women theologians from Africa, Asia, Europe and Latin America weave “constructive anger” into melodies of hope

(LWI) - Women working in public theology today are echoing the prophetic voice of Miriam, Moses’ sister, who protected life and…

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