News
19
Apr
Sweden: Don’t go down the road of hate speech
19
Apr
The LWF General Secretary Rev. Dr Martin Junge has spoken out about his “deep concern for the current degradation of public discourse” in Swedish society. His words come after the head of the Church of Sweden, Archbishop Dr Antje Jackelén, announced she was taking a break from Twitter because of the “threats and hatred and lies” to which she has been subjected on social media.
19
Apr
Sweden: Don’t go down the road of hate speech
19
Apr
The LWF General Secretary Rev. Dr Martin Junge has spoken out about his “deep concern for the current degradation of public discourse” in Swedish society. His words come after the head of the Church...
5
Jun
Celebration of ecumenical milestone, Thirteenth Assembly, to feature at 2019 LWF Council
5
Jun
LWF Council to meet in Geneva from 13 to 18 June at the Ecumenical Center in Geneva, under the theme “Because we know God’s voice” (John 10:4).
16
May
Churches must affirm holistic witness despite challenging contexts
16
May
LWF member churches in Africa have received messages of gratitude and encouragement for their untiring and vibrant witness to God’s mission in spite of increasing social, political and economic...
20
Apr
Easter message: A time to reflect on new perspectives
20
Apr
On Easter Sunday, every time we remember Jesus’ blood and sacrifice, we remember that we are new creatures. Our tired souls are refreshed by his grace. Our old perspectives are renewed by his love...
18
Apr
Good Friday message: Christ on the cross has also borne away our pain
18
Apr
We on Good Friday wait for the approaching Easter morning with the message of the Resurrected One: “I was dead, and see, I am alive forever and ever; and I have the keys of Death and of Hades”, says...
17
Jan
Tribute to former LWF Vice-President Huberto Kirchheim (1938-2019)
17
Jan
Brazilian church leader Rev. Huberto Kirchheim, former Vice-President of the LWF, died on 14 January at the age of 80.
12
Oct
“Cooperation is needed today, not isolation”
12
Oct
In a world marked by insecurity and injustice, religious leaders need to jointly contribute to the wellbeing of all, LWF vice president for Central Eastern Europe, Archbishop Urmas Viilma, has told...
6
Apr
Motivation and renewal inspired by the Reformation Anniversary
6
Apr
The Reformation is ongoing. Commemorating the 500th anniversary of the Reformation has made an impact on LWF member churches. Across the communion, they marked the occasion with diversity and colour...
27
Feb
Strengthen communion by working more closely together
27
Feb
The Lutheran communion in Cameroon would be strengthened if its two member churches worked more closely together, say LWF Vice President for Africa, Rev. Dr Jeannette Ada Epse Maina, and LWF Area...
10
Nov
Europe in Solidarity – Evangelical Lutheran insights
10
Nov
Panel with European LWF vice-presidents
31
Oct
Jubilee of Lutheran – Catholic Dialogue Is a Time to Express Hope
31
Oct
PCPCU President Cardinal Koch Speaks at LWF European Church Leaders’ Conference
31
Oct
Impulses from New Media in European Lutheran Churches, But for Some, War Is a Reality
31
Oct
LWF Vice-Presidents Reflect on Hopes and Challenges in Church and Society
15
Oct
Reformation Day Online: Virtual Choir, Critical Theological Debates
15
Oct
Hundreds to Explore Christian Faith and Lutheran Identity in First Virtual Conference of Global Young Reformers
25
Sep
LWF Solidarity with Churches and Communities Affected by Ebola Crisis
25
Sep
Lutheran Churches in Liberia and Sierra Leone Reach Out
24
Sep
A Spiritual Message of Hope for Climate Justice
24
Sep
LWF Representative Kwon Offers Highlights from New York Climate Change Summits
19
Sep
LWF to Participate in New York Interfaith Summit on Climate Change
19
Sep
Lutheran Delegates Host Fast at UN Summit Parallel Event
22
May
Chile: LWF Vice-President Rojas Appointed Chaplain to Presidential Palace
22
May
Creative Witness of the Church
7
May
Tanzania’s vice-president addresses LWF interfaith conference
7
May
“Build new structures to promote peace”
10
Apr
LWF Member Churches in Africa Look Forward to the 2015 Marangu Jubilee Celebrations
10
Apr
Marangu conference is key to unity, dignity and integrity
16
Jan
New Lutheran Church in Jordan “Emblematic of Freedom of Religion”
16
Jan
LWF President Munib Younan Dedicates Church at Baptismal Site in Interreligious Celebration
21
Oct
LWF Delegation Meets Pope Francis
21
Oct
Strengthening Churches’ Commitment to the Poor and Vulnerable
2
Sep
“A Strong, Prophetic Voice for Peace and Justice”
2
Sep
LWF President at Inauguration of Bishop Ulrich in Northern Germany
