News
19
Aug
Organizations need to promote women’s confidence
19
Aug
World Humanitarian Day casts a spotlight on those who work in humanitarian and development organizations, often in dangerous and challenging environments, to support victims of conflict or natural disaster.
22
May
Lutheran perspectives on women in leadership
22
May
The director of LWF’s World Service shares experiences with Catholic colleagues at Caritas Internationalis Women’s Forum
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20
May
Churches in the Americas: witnessing together for justice and peace
20
May
Participants to Latin American and the Caribbean and North America leadership conference in Lima, Peru, issue a message pledging to strengthen regional cooperation.
17
May
Getting to know the diversity of a denominational family
17
May
Rev. Dr Frank Otfried July talks about perspectives gained from his multiple engagements for the Lutheran communion, as well as the situation of the churches in Germany, especially the Evangelical...
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...
15
May
How the Holy Spirit shapes Lutheran identity
15
May
The role of the Holy Spirit in shaping Lutheran identity was the focus of a seminar which took place in Hong Kong from 2-6 May, bringing together participants from 8 countries across the Asian region.
14
May
Tanzanian and Swedish church leaders hold joint retreat
14
May
Lutheran bishops from Sweden and Tanzania have met together to discern ways of supporting each other’s ministry through prayer, service and public witness.
13
May
Witnessing to faith as a source of transformation
13
May
The LWF General Secretary, Rev. Dr Martin Junge has encouraged members of the WCRC to continue working together with other Christians as they bear witness to “the power and the beauty of faith as a...
8
May
Mozambique: Supporting those who have to start all over again
8
May
Located in Mozambique’s central province of Manica, Sussundenga District, Dombé region was one of the worst hit areas following the 14 March tropical cyclone Idai.
7
May
Faith-based organizations launch publication on women’s human rights
7
May
The need to strengthen partnerships and broaden alliances to address the growing pushback against women’s human rights emerged as a shared concern at the launch of a joint publication by five faith-...
6
May
Vital role of religions in providing safe space for civil society organization
6
May
Faith groups play a vital role in opening spaces for civil society engagement with governments, even if that role is often ignored or misunderstood. That’s the view of Rev. Dr Kenneth Mtata, General...
3
May
Churches invited to “pray for peace and freedom” in the run-up to EU elections
3
May
As voters in the European Union prepare to elect their representatives to the EU Parliament between 23 and 26 May, the ELCNG has offered liturgical materials to guide worship services in the run-up...
2
May
Ethiopia: Fish farming promotes youth entrepreneurship and food security
2
May
The EECMY Development and Social Services Commission has opened a training center in Bishoftu town, Oromia regional state, Ethiopia, aimed at helping young people to make a sustainable living, even...
30
Apr
LWF thanks Anglicans for witnessing together in a fragmented world
30
Apr
The LWF has expressed its gratitude to the Anglican Communion for its strong witness in an increasingly divided world and for the mutually beneficial relationships between Anglicans and Lutherans.
29
Apr
Southern Africa youth resolve to address climate change and gender-based violence
29
Apr
Youth from 15 member churches of LUCSA have identified climate change and gender-based violence as key issues to address in their respective countries.
26
Apr
Lutherans living the gospel in New Zealand
26
Apr
Bishop Whitfield talks about ecumenism, interfaith relations and the challenges facing his church “at the bottom of the world.”
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.
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
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...
9
Apr
Human Rights Council: Concern for conflict-affected populations and people with albinism
9
Apr
The human rights situation in Myanmar, DRC and South Sudan, and access to justice for people living with albinism were key topics for the LWF through four oral statements and a side event at the 40th...
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...
