News
14
Mar
LWF General Secretary urges upholding of human rights
14
Mar
Churches need to stand against the deterioration of humanitarian values and human rights, The Lutheran World Federation General Secretary, Rev. Dr Martin Junge, said in Germany.
2
Mar
Visit of Pope Francis to the Ecumenical Centre will strengthen quest for unity
2
Mar
The LWF is looking forward to meeting Pope Francis in the Ecumenical Centre in Geneva on 21 June.
20
Oct
Augsburg Peace Prize awarded to LWF General Secretary
20
Oct
Rev. Dr. Martin Junge, General Secretary of The Lutheran World Foundation (LWF), was awarded the Augsburg Peace Prize for 2017 in Augsburg, Germany.
3
Oct
This is the perfect time to be the church
3
Oct
An interview with LWF General Secretary Martin Junge about the Reformation anniversary
6
Sep
“‘Lutheran’ stands for compassionate embrace and service”
6
Sep
In August 2017, The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) General Secretary Rev. Dr Martin Junge visited the Lutheran churches in Australia and New Zealand.
14
Aug
A year-long celebration of God’s reforming grace
14
Aug
Lutherans in New Zealand commemorate 500 years of the Reformation
8
Aug
LWF General Secretary Junge to receive 2017 Augsburg Peace Prize
8
Aug
Recognition of a “patient bridge-builder between the continents”
15
Jun
Reorienting ourselves – From Conflict to Communion
15
Jun
LWF General Secretary Martin Junge maps out next steps in the Lutheran-Catholic dialogue
13
Jun
“You got us started - we won’t stop now”
13
Jun
LWF General Secretary thanks youth for leadership in addressing climate change
3
Feb
Called by faith to serve the world
3
Feb
LWF General Secretary addresses delegates from European member churches at Pre-Assembly
2
Jan
God's Gift of Compassion
2
Jan
In New Year Message General Secretary Junge invites churches to seek inspiration from Reformation anniversary
20
Dec
Seeds for Solutions: refugees and host communities working together
20
Dec
LWF Chad program helps farmers reap tons of fresh produce from bare farmland
19
Dec
LWF General Secretary visits Chad
19
Dec
Attention and innovative solutions are needed to address a protracted crisis
2
Sep
One melody together, different, coordinated instruments
2
Sep
General Secretary Junge says communion relations are growing among LWF churches
19
Aug
LWF encouraged by member church action to review investments in fossil fuel companies
19
Aug
General Secretary Junge at Churchwide Assembly of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
16
Jun
With deep roots in history, we reach out to God’s future
16
Jun
General Secretary Junge’s Report to Council
4
Apr
“End the suffering of thousands”
4
Apr
LWF welcomes inclusion of ELN in Colombia peace talks
14
Nov
LWF decries massive loss of lives in Beirut and Paris attacks
14
Nov
Younan and Junge encourage people of faith to strengthen peace efforts
17
Jun
Junge’s recognition brings “joy and pride” to Chilean Lutheran church
17
Jun
Bishop Bruch affirms advocacy for human rights and justice
10
Feb
A Powerful Witness
10
Feb
Dr Gunnar Stȧlsett’s Ministry Lauded on 80th Birthday
8
Jan
LWF General Secretary Martin Junge Denounces Any Claims for Religious Justification of Violence
8
Jan
LWF Condemns Disregard for Human Life in Paris Killings
11
Dec
LWF Leaders Urge Member Churches to Advocate for Syrian Refugees
11
Dec
Younan and Junge Underline “Desperate Situation”
4
Dec
Diaconal and theological work belong together
4
Dec
Speaking in Württemberg, the General Secretary of the Lutheran World Federation recalls the founding of the LWF
14
Nov
General Secretary Urges Mexican Church to Defend the Value of Each Human Being
14
Nov
Solidarity and Prayers from the Communion
31
Oct
LWF Haiti Program Continues Projects to Promote Sustainable Development, Environmental Protection after 2010 Earthquake
31
Oct
Income Generating Schemes, Support to Most Vulnerable Groups
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
3
Oct
LWF and UNHCR Sign Memorandum of Understanding on Humanitarian Cooperation
3
Oct
“Delighted to see the scope for our joint work expand”
29
Sep
Obituary for Dr. Arne Sovik, September 2014
29
Sep
Dr. Arne Sovik died in Minneapolis, USA on 16 September at the age 96. In a condolence letter to the family, LWF General Secretary Martin Junge gave thanks for Dr.
