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The Lutheran World Federation @lutheranworld.bsky.social · 1d

Edward Aníbal Sandoval joined a jewelry-making workshop in Bogotá, as part of a project led by the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Colombia (IELCO) with support from the LWF. He is deaf and was dreaming of finding a community that believes in his potential and values his contributions.

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Colombia: empowering people with disabilities builds a stronger community

Lutheran church offers skills’ training in handicrafts, theater, sign language (LWI) – When 32-year-old Edward Aníbal Sandoval first joined a jewelry-making workshop in Colombia’s capital Bogotá, his ...

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The Lutheran World Federation @lutheranworld.bsky.social · 2d

As Lutheran churches around the world prepare to mark Reformation Day on 31 October, women pastors and theologians reflected on the role of some of their “foremothers in the faith” from that historical period who paved the way for today’s gender justice movement.

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Women preachers inspired by Reformation pioneers

‘Voices from the pulpit’ webinar highlights foremothers who paved the way for today’s gender justice movement (LWI) - As Lutheran churches around the world prepare to mark Reformation Day on 31 Octobe...

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The Lutheran World Federation @lutheranworld.bsky.social · 3d

Together with our partners we hosted an annual training that offers advocacy tools and support to fight for gender justice and equality.

a group of 20 or so people stand outside the united nations in Geneva wearing black as a symbol of the fight against gender based violence

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The Lutheran World Federation @lutheranworld.bsky.social · 10d

🌡️ In a region where temperatures can soar up to 44°C, installation of solar panels has cut a congregation’s electricity bill by 80 percent while keeping their buildings safe and cool.

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Faith communities share best practices for reducing carbon emissions

New LWF publication documents local initiatives on sustainable energy innovations (LWI) - The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) has released a new publication,…

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The Lutheran World Federation @lutheranworld.bsky.social · 15d

Leaders of Lutheran and Orthodox churches in Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden urge immediate stop of forcible transfer of thousands of Ukrainian children to Russia, denounce violation of international humanitarian law and urge return and reunification with families.

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Nordic bishops appeal for return of forcibly displaced Ukrainian children

Joint statement by Lutheran and Orthodox church leaders following a visit to Ukraine (LWI) – Leaders of Lutheran and Orthodox churches in Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden have denounced th...

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The Lutheran World Federation @lutheranworld.bsky.social · 15d

The LWF welcomes the Gaza peace agreement as a vital step toward ending violence and suffering, urging faithful implementation and continued global commitment to lasting peace.

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LWF welcomes Gaza peace agreement

Call for sustained international engagement to secure lasting peace (LWI) - The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) has welcomed the announcement of the Gaza peace agreement between Israel and Hamas, desc...

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The Lutheran World Federation @lutheranworld.bsky.social · 16d

Veronica Pålsson of the Church of Sweden speaks at a Lutheran World Federation European Church Leadership Consultation taking place in Latvia, gathering some 80 church leaders from Central Western Europe, Central Eastern Europe, and the Nordic Regions.

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The Lutheran World Federation @lutheranworld.bsky.social · 17d

The LWF’s Regional Secretary for Europe, Rev. Dr Ireneusz Lukas noted that the church leaders are gathering at a key moment as the global communion of churches begins its preparations for the Fourteenth LWF Assembly which will be held in Augsburg, Germany in 2030.

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Embodying hope: European Church Leadership Consultation

Church leaders from across Europe gather in Riga to begin journey towards next LWF Assembly in Augsburg in 2030 (LWI) - Lutheran church leaders from across the European continent are gathering in the ...

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The Lutheran World Federation @lutheranworld.bsky.social · 17d

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The Lutheran World Federation @lutheranworld.bsky.social · 21d

LWF welcomes the announcement that Rt Revd and Rt Hon Dame Sarah Mullally will be the next Archbishop of Canterbury. She will be the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury and will be the first woman to hold the office.

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📸: Archbishop of Canterbury

A professional outdoor portrait photo of Sarah Mullaly, the first woman to hold the office of Archbishop of Canterbury.

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The Lutheran World Federation @lutheranworld.bsky.social · 24d

We are working with our partners to expand our reach, better share what we know, and help people in crisis around the world.

LWF World Service 🤝 FinnChurch Aid

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FinnChurch Aid and LWF sign Letter of Intent

Enhance cooperation, increase impact for people in need (LWI) - The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) World Service and Finn Church Aid (FCA) have signed a Letter of Intent to strengthen humanitarian em...

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The Lutheran World Federation @lutheranworld.bsky.social · 25d

A Lutheran church in India has offered free heart screenings to 96 people, combining spiritual care with medical treatment for families who can't afford it. ❤️

Healing hearts and building community in rural India

A congregation of the Tamil Evangelical Lutheran Church offers heart health screening in the Villupuram community (LWI) - Health care for economically challenged families: Ebenezer Church in Villupura...

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The Lutheran World Federation @lutheranworld.bsky.social · Sep 23

The LWF joins 268 civil society organizations in urging UN member states to uphold their commitment to human rights and humanitarian treaties.

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Statement: Upholding International Law

LWF joins civil society call ahead of UN General Assembly Join forces to uphold global norms that protect people from persecution and abuse: The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) joins a call of civil s...

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GENeva Environment Network @genevaenvironmentnetwork.org · Sep 18

Elena Cedillo of @lutheranworld.bsky.social underscores a #JustTransition hinges on upholding socio-economic & environmental rights. She stresses the centrality of equity & justice, ensuring the most affected are compensated fairly, treated with dignity, & empowered as agents of change.

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The Lutheran World Federation @lutheranworld.bsky.social · Sep 22

Since the 1970s, the LWF has raised a prophetic voice regarding the ecological and climate crisis through resolutions, statements, and action. Climate change is a matter of justice and human rights.

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The Lutheran World Federation @lutheranworld.bsky.social · Sep 18

"Funding cuts are already costing lives” says Church of Sweden Archbishop Martin Modéus after a visit to Kakuma refugee camp in early September.

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Archbishop Modéus crouches down to ground level to speak with a humanitarian worker as he witnesses the distribution of cooking equipment to newly arrived refugees. Photo: CoS/ Mikael Stjernberg

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The Lutheran World Federation @lutheranworld.bsky.social · Sep 15

With support from the LWF and UNHCR, thousands of children and youth in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region are finally back to in-person learning in newly constructed underground schools.

Back to school in Ukraine

Newly constructed underground schools allow in-person learning for thousands of children in war-torn Kharkiv (LWI) - In Kharkiv region in northeast Ukraine, where half of all schools have been damaged...

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The Lutheran World Federation @lutheranworld.bsky.social · Sep 12

A Lutheran school in southern Brazil has received a prize for its student volunteer program, encouraging young people to serve their community. 🫶

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Student volunteers transform communities in Brazil

Regional award honors commitment of Lutheran school (LWI) - At the Cônsul Carlos Renaux School in southern Brazil, students are proving that small acts of care can spark lasting transformation. Their ...

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The Lutheran World Federation @lutheranworld.bsky.social · Sep 10

We are making more and more connections here on BlueSky. Take a moment and tell us where in the world you are from. 👋

A row of five Lutheran bishops, of different genders and ethnic backgrounds, stand together in the sunshine outside the door where Martin Luther posted his 95 thesis in Wittenberg.

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The Lutheran World Federation @lutheranworld.bsky.social · Sep 9

A great opportunity for new and experienced ecumenists. If you are a Lutheran pastor or student of theology, we invite you to apply today to join an online course from the Institute for Ecumenical Research in Strasbourg.

Study with the Strasbourg Institute for Ecumenical Research

Applications welcome until 25 September for online course (LWI) - With a view to fostering dialogue and stronger ties among Lutheran churches and those of other denominations, the Institute for Ecumen...

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The Lutheran World Federation @lutheranworld.bsky.social · Sep 5

💬 What is it like being a new bishop in the Lutheran communion?

🌎 A retreat for newly elected leaders offers bishops the opportunity to meet with their peers from around the world and learn from each other.

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Journeying together as member church leaders

LWF’s Retreat for Newly Elected Leaders equips bishops with tools for dialogue and leadership in their diverse contexts (LWI) - “As bishops, we sometimes feel like we are struggling alone, so there is...

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The Lutheran World Federation @lutheranworld.bsky.social · Sep 3

Statement

The United Nations has confirmed a man-made famine in Gaza. Months of blockades and war have denied food, medicine, and safety to the people of Gaza.

Calls for ceasefire from across the world have been met with defiance and attempts at mediation have been thwarted.

Statement: Stop violence, atrocities, famine in Gaza

"Survival of civilian population in Gaza is at stake” For immediate release, 29 August 2025. The United Nations has confirmed a man-made famine in Gaza. Months of blockades and war have…

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The Lutheran World Federation @lutheranworld.bsky.social · Sep 1

The Season of Creation begins today. We invite you to join Christians around the world in our shared calling to care for God's creation.

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Celebration guide for 2025 Season of Creation released

“Peace with Creation” will be focus of Christians worldwide during month of prayer, reflection, and action (LWI) - With the launch of this year’s Celebration Guide, The Lutheran World Federation (LWF)...

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The Lutheran World Federation @lutheranworld.bsky.social · Aug 27

🎥 The LWF team in Kharkiv, Ukraine holds art therapy sessions for children living in a center for people displaced by the war. Take a peek behind the scenes.

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The Lutheran World Federation @lutheranworld.bsky.social · Aug 26

We are celebrating another ecumenical milestone this week.
The Christian Council in Sweden invited church and ecumenical leaders, including LWF General Secretary Rev. Dr Anne Burghardt, to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the 1925 Stockholm Conference on Life and Work.

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Photo of LWF General Secretary Burghardt (center) standing with many other global and local Christian leaders who are participating in the celebrations in Stockholm.

Photo: Albin Hillert/WCC

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