For the fifth year, the LWF marks the Advent season with hymns of Advent and Christmas from member churches around the globe. Advent is a time when churches await the coming of Jesus Christ.
Mixed conclusions at the end of the first week (LWI) – The first week at the UN climate change conference COP27 has been filled with advocacy engagements, experiences, and insights for the delegation of The Lutheran World Federation (LWF). They say that much more ambition from governments is needed to make COP27 a success.
A project managed by hundreds of volunteers in the Malagasy Lutheran Church (MLC) is proving how talent and expertise from local inhabitants, congregations and public authorities can promote citizen participation and inclusion in community development.
In this Voices from the Communion Malagasy Lutheran Church President Rev. Dr Denis Rakotozafy looks back at his one year in office. He reflects on moving on from “a tough time of grieving and huge loss for the church,” coping with devastating drought, and why the church is prioritizing sustainability.