Who We Are
Opening Eucharist of the LWF Council Meeting in Geneva, August 2004. |
In our pluralistic, multi-faith, conflicted world there is an ongoing need for critical theological reflection on what it means to believe and live out the Christian faith as Lutheran churches in diverse settings across the globe. The theological basis, meaning and implications of what it means to be a communion of churches is what makes the LWF far more than another non-governmental organization (NGO).
Theological work challenges churches to consider new questions and horizons of faithfulness in light of the biblical and confessional heritage we share.
Please click here for Ten Theses on the Role of Theology in the LWF. (Links require Adobe
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The work of the Department for Theology and Studies (DTS) is guided by the Program Committee for Theology and Studies and carried out by DTS staff.
Theologians throughout the world are an important means through which this work is carried out. This is why it is important to hear from all who are interested in participating in this LWF-related work.
Please fill out the resource form to indicate your interest in participating in DTS work.
For further information, contact the Rev. Dr Karen Bloomquist, or her assistant Ms Ursula Liesch.
The Ongoing Reformation of the Church:
The Witness of Ordained Women Today
In cooperation with the LWF Office for Ecumenical Affairs and the Women in Church and Society Desk, DTS is planning work on the witness of ordained women today. What biblical/theological resources on the ordination of women has your church developed? What should be developed? How have ordained women impacted ecumenical relations in your context? Please send your responses to Rev. Simone Sinn
Read more about the ordination of women in LWF member and associated churches and its impact for wider ecumenical relations: 27-29 March 2008 consultation communiqué available in English, French & German.
