Lutheran World Federation

Mass protests are taking place in Belarus, following presidential elections earlier this month. Details have emerged of alleged police brutality which has led to further demonstrations.

A series of two e-conferences have brought together some 25 participants to reflect on the socio-economic-ecological impacts of the COVID-19 crisis and how it offers the world an opportunity to rethink and reshape financial and economic systems so that these give priority to ensuring and investing in the health and well-being of communities and the planet.

A broad coalition of German churches is planning to send is planning to send a ship to save refugees crossing the Mediterranean.

Practical collaboration between Lutherans and Catholics is vital because it represents the visible consequence of ecumenical theological endeavours, says the head of the Lutheran World Federation World Service department.