News
25
Apr
Churches in South Sudan promote three pillars of peace
25
Apr
As politicians in South Sudan struggle to implement a lasting peace agreement, religious leaders are working hard at grassroots level to build a culture of peace and reconciliation between communities in conflict.
25
Apr
Churches in South Sudan promote three pillars of peace
25
Apr
As politicians in South Sudan struggle to implement a lasting peace agreement, religious leaders are working hard at grassroots level to build a culture of peace and reconciliation between...
24
Apr
Sri Lanka: LWF condemns violence, urges religious leaders to promote peace
24
Apr
The LWF continues to express the communion’s solidarity with all those affected by the Easter Sunday attacks targeting Christian places of worship and hotels in Sri Lanka.
17
Apr
Anglican-Lutheran Society explores spirituality and living in diversity
17
Apr
Exploring spirituality and living in diversity were key topics of the 2019 general meeting of the Anglican-Lutheran Society in London.
15
Apr
Public holiday on Good Friday abolished in Austria
15
Apr
The Austrian parliament has abolished Good Friday as a public holiday, a decision which affects members of the Evangelical Churches of the Augsburg and Helvetic Confessions, the Old Catholic Church...
12
Apr
Mexican church marks 10 years of women’s ordination
12
Apr
The recent celebration of 10 years of women’s ordination in the Mexican Lutheran Church was an occasion to reaffirm the church’s commitment to empower and encourage both women and men to contribute...
12
Apr
Norway’s presiding bishop shares hopes and challenges
12
Apr
In the very early hours of Easter Sunday morning, the leader of the Church of Norway, Presiding Bishop Helga Haugland Byfuglien will be presiding at worship inside the medieval Cathedral of Trondheim...
11
Apr
Deepening communion, strengthening churches, encouraging people
11
Apr
Studying abroad, getting to know a different culture and language, taking up impulses from theology and church: every year about 35 students from member churches of the LWF make use this opportunity...
10
Apr
Philippines church hosts workshop to support regional mission and development
10
Apr
Climate change, economic pressures and the challenges of operating in a minority church context were among the topics of discussion at a recent workshop, hosted by the Lutheran Church in the...
8
Apr
Dutch church’s work on diversity and integration inspires LWF delegates from across Europe
8
Apr
Delegates representing member churches of the LWF in Europe gained new insights when they visited a revitalized church, that that has been turned into a social housing complex, and an ecumenical...
4
Apr
Senegal: A true spirit of partnership and generosity toward the church
4
Apr
The dynamic presence of the ELS in the West African country is visible through various church programs including diaconal initiatives, a vocational training center, student hostels and health clinics.
1
Apr
Wittenberg: A Lutheran perspective on translating the Bible
1
Apr
Lyimo-Mbowe, participant of the 19th International theological seminar at the LWF Center Wittenberg in Germany, spoke with LWI on the connection between topics discussed at the seminar titled “...
29
Mar
Angola: A growing church making a mark in education
29
Mar
Bishop Antonio Alfredo Barros, from the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Angola, speaks about his enthusiasm to see every church member experience the freedom of discovering the Bible and knowing that...
26
Mar
Guatemala: Church concern over setback in fight against impunity
26
Mar
In January 2019, the Guatemalan government rescinded an agreement with the CICG, effectively disbanding the work of the commission which was set up in 2006 with support from the UN.
25
Mar
Helping to shape Europe as a peace project
25
Mar
Bishops from German Lutheran churches have reaffirmed the commitment to promoting the spirit of Europe as a community of countries.
20
Mar
Critically reflecting about Luther for the 21st century
20
Mar
Prof. Dr Ľubomír Batka from Slovakia assisted to the 19th International Seminar for theologians at the LWF Center in Wittenberg. He spoke with LWI about the importance of these seminars and Luther’s...
20
Mar
Churches in southern Africa respond to devastation of Cyclone Idai
20
Mar
Churches in Mozambique, Malawi and Zimbabwe are calling for support and prayers in response to the crisis provoked by Cyclone Idai which has battered the southern African region over recent days.
19
Mar
UN side event highlights churches’ successes in furthering Sustainable Development Goals
19
Mar
At a side event on 12 March, organized during the 63rd session of the UN’s Commission on the Status of Women, participants gave an overview of the LWF’s “Waking the Giant” initiative, which aims to...
15
Mar
Polish Lutheran bishop shares his motto: “Do not let your hearts be troubled”
15
Mar
Bishop Paweł Hause, from the Evangelical Church of the Augsburg Confession in Poland in the Diocese of Masuria, talks about witnessing to the Gospel of Jesus Christ in this part of the country.
14
Mar
Launch of “Roadmap” to economic and ecological justice
14
Mar
LWF's ecumenical partner, WCC launched a resource kit for congregations to engage with economic and ecological justice. Titled Roadmap for Congregations, Communities and Churches for an Economy...
11
Mar
Austrian Pastor Tendis among victims of Ethiopian Airlines crash
11
Mar
The Lutheran World Federation has expressed sincere condolences to the family of Rev. Norman Tendis of the Evangelical Church of the Augsburg Confession in Austria, who was among the victims of the...
4
Mar
Tanzania: Presiding Bishop calls for leadership values that foster unity
4
Mar
Church unity, sustainability, and a vibrant church were key topics at a recent retreat of bishops, management team, youth and women leaders of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania.
1
Mar
Brazil: Building bridges in challenging times
1
Mar
Rev. Sílvia Genz, Pastor President of the Evangelical Church of the Lutheran Confession in Brazil, first female head of the church, talks about creating spaces for dialogue on contemporary issues in...
22
Feb
Ethiopian church empowers communities to thrive on their own
22
Feb
The Ethiopian Evangelical Church Mekane Yesus supports communities across the country through its Development and Social Services Commission
21
Feb
The LWF Strategy in Bahasa Indonesia and Swahili
21
Feb
The LWF Strategy 2019-2024 is now available in Bahasa Indonesia and Swahili languages, thanks to translation coordinated by the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania and the LWF National Committee...
20
Feb
Honduran church models inclusion and opportunities for young women
20
Feb
While controversy continues to surround the planned building of a wall along the southern border of the United States, the Christian Lutheran Church of Honduras is working hard to support young...
15
Feb
India: Sharing the gospel and working for social justice in Tamil Nadu
15
Feb
The Tamil Evangelical Lutheran Church is marking two major milestones this year—its 100th anniversary as an independent church body in India, and the consecration of a newly elected leader Bishop...
13
Feb
Germany: The long road to equal rights for women in leadership
13
Feb
The year 2019 marks 100 years since women obtained the right to vote in Germany. While celebrating this significant anniversary, a new study has shown that the country’s Protestant churches still...
5
Feb
Dutch pastor praises faith of refugee family
5
Feb
The family spent 97 days inside a Protestant church before being granted right to remain in the Netherlands
1
Feb
Ethiopia: Symbols of Hope help rebuild lives of young people
1
Feb
The Ethiopian Evangelical Church Mekane Yesus and the LWF are helping young migrant returnees rebuild their lives through a project called Symbols of Hope
