News
20
Nov
International law and multilateral mechanisms must be respected and strengthened
20
Nov
The LWF has expressed serious concerns about the unilateral declaration of the United States government that “the establishment of Israeli civilian settlements in the West Bank is not, per se, inconsistent with international law.”
20
Nov
International law and multilateral mechanisms must be respected and strengthened
20
Nov
The LWF has expressed serious concerns about the unilateral declaration of the United States government that “the establishment of Israeli civilian settlements in the West Bank is not, per se,...
14
Nov
Agreement reached concerning AVH cash-flow crisis
14
Nov
Encouraging news for patients at AVH in East Jerusalem: After the recent cash flow crisis, an agreement was reached with the Palestinian Authority, guaranteeing regular monthly payments of NIS 18...
29
Oct
Augusta Victoria Hospital board calls for immediate solution to critical financial situation
29
Oct
The board of the Augusta Victoria Hospital has expressed, in a public statement issued today, its extreme concern over the crisis situation that has arisen due to the non-payment of patient fees.
2
Jul
A ray of hope for Palestinian cancer patients
2
Jul
From now on cancer patients can benefit from modern diagnosis of the disease following the installation of new equipment at the Augusta Victoria Hospita in East Jerusalem.
19
Jun
Call to act on climate-related crises, religious and political injustice
19
Jun
The LWF Council concluded its 2019 meeting with public statements and resolutions on crises related to climate change, the Israeli-Palestinian situation, the legacy of slavery and religious...
11
Jan
Witnessing through dialogue, education and women’s empowerment in the Holy Land
11
Jan
LWF Council member Ms Sally Azar, from the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land, explains how much she values the education provided to Christians and Muslims by her church and...
1
Nov
US church leaders urge President to restore vital funding to East Jerusalem hospitals
1
Nov
Leaders of Lutheran, Catholic and Episcopal churches in the United States have jointly called on the US President to restore vital funding for four church-associated medical institutions in East...
8
Sep
US Cuts Funding to East Jerusalem Hospital Network
8
Sep
The Lutheran World Federation regrets the decision by the US administration to cut in its entirety funding for the six East Jerusalem Hospitals. According to a budget approved by the US congress, the...
7
Aug
Lutherans concerned about Jewish nation-state law
7
Aug
ELCJHL Bishop Azar: law excludes other religious groups
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12
Jul
Populism, violence, family separation under spotlight
12
Jul
The LWF Council approves seven messages, resolutions and public statements on pressing issues.
17
May
LWF medical team tending to injured in Gaza
17
May
A team of doctors and nurses from the Lutheran World Federation’s Augusta Victoria Hospital, in Jerusalem, is in Gaza supporting medical teams tending to Palestinians wounded by Israeli forces...
15
Sep
Sports and practical work experience
15
Sep
LWF summer camp provides career orientation for youth in Beit Hanina, Palestine
16
Oct
“Violence cannot solve the conflict”
16
Oct
ACT Palestine Forum statement calls for protection of civilians and access to Holy Sites
21
Aug
Surge in Israeli demolitions of Palestinian homes condemned by 31 international organizations
21
Aug
LWF rejects the use of threat or violence
