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LWF’s Intergenerational Justice Policy Task Force meets in London to refine draft policy to promote meaningful participation across all generations in the Lutheran communion. Members of the LWF task force meeting in London this week to work on the final draft of the LWF Intergenerational Justice Policy. They are being hosted by the Council of Lutheran Churches in Great Britain. Photo: CLC Host churches welcome dialogue as members refine draft policy and resources (LWI) - The

From 18–26 July, members of the Council of Lutheran Churches Chaplaincy travelled to Taizé, France, joining thousands of young people and adults from around the world for a week of worship, reflection and Christian fellowship. Taizé is an ecumenical monastic community known for its distinctive style of prayer, simple chants and commitment to reconciliation. Throughout the week, participants gathered each day for communal prayers in the Church of Reconciliation, shared meals,

Bishop Paulina, Pastor Meelis, and Pastor Rebecca were pleased to be joined by Bishop Emeritus Tor as they attended the Choral Eucharist and Diocesan Farewell to the Bishop of Southwark, Bishop Christopher Chessun. It was a wonderful opportunity to join in giving thanks for Bishop Christopher's faithful ministry and to mark this significant occasion alongside fellow church leaders and guests.

The Council of Lutheran Churches (CLC) Student Chaplaincy is delighted to share that a group of students and young professionals from a range of Christian traditions—including Lutheran, Anglican, Catholic, and Orthodox churches—has begun its pilgrimage to Taizé, France. Led by the CLC Chaplain to the Universities Chaplaincy in Leeds, Rev. Joseph Nelson, this pilgrimage offers participants an opportunity for prayer, worship, biblical reflection, fellowship, and spiritual renew

Today, we give thanks to God for the gift of sharing this past year in Trinity Lutheran Church Nottingham - Leicester with Natalia, ELCA intern from the United States. Your presence among us has been a blessing. Through your service, faith, compassion, and willingness to walk alongside our congregation, you have become part of our church family. Thank you for sharing your gifts, your heart, and your journey with us. As you begin the next chapter, we send you with our prayers,

The London Swahili Service marked over 50 years of worshipping together with a special anniversary Festival Eucharist on 18 July 2026 at St. Mary-at-Hill Church, London. The celebration brought together the congregation and special guests for a day of worship, music, presentations, thanksgiving, food, and fellowship, giving thanks for more than five decades of God's blessings. Thank you to everyone who joined us to make this milestone a memorable celebration. We thank God for

We are delighted to announce the launch of a new series of English-language Lutheran services in Manchester, bringing together people from across Greater Manchester to worship, pray, and grow in faith. Our Launch Service will take place on Sunday, 13 September 2026 at 4:00 pm at Martin Luther Church, 9 Park Road, Stretford, Manchester (M32 8FE). This special service will be led jointly by Pastor Joseph, Pastor Krystyna, and Pastor Christa. A Regular Opportunity for Worship Fo

From 11-15 June 2026, the Lutheran World Federation Council gathered in Founex, Switzerland around the theme, ‘Be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith.’ In the spirit of the assembly’s focus, LCiGB Pastor Rev. Sarah Farrow led a Bible Study based on Romans 1:16–17, sharing how the Gospel calls us not to let our differences divide us, but actually encourages us to delight in diversity. Rev. Farrow explained how even in moments of disagreement, it is God’s grace that holds

Grateful for the multilingual Lutheran Worship during a joint service in Leeds-Headingley, the LCiGB Episcopal Visitation and wonderful fellowship. Gospel of Matthew 10:40–42 "Anyone who welcomes you welcomes me, and anyone who welcomes me welcomes the one who sent me. Whoever welcomes a prophet as a prophet will receive a prophet’s reward, and whoever welcomes a righteous person as a righteous person will receive a righteous person’s reward. And if anyone gives even a cup o

The London Chinese Lutheran Church celebrated the 36th anniversary of its Cantonese-language ministry with the Episcopal Visitation of LCiGB Bishop Paulina and Dean Laura. It was a truly blessed, musical, and delicious gathering, giving thanks for 36 years of faithful service and fellowship. Special thanks to Pastor Wilkins Tang and his wife, the Church Council, the Choir, Pastor Paul Chong and his wife, and everyone who prepared the wonderful homemade delicacies and made the

“Here I am, Lord,” the words spoken by God’s people in response to His call, from Abraham to the prophets, kings, disciples, and the great cloud of witnesses united in Christ. These words were on my mind on my on my ordination day alongside the famous words of Martin Luther, “Here I stand, I can do no other, God help me!” Before the service started, my mind was a filled with Bible verses in the form of a prayer. But the most important reminder was Psalm 46:10: “Be still and k

My vocation journey was not a simple or straight road. After many turns and twists I was ordained as a deacon in the Church of England but for various reasons I left ministry before I was priested. Or at least, I thought I left ministry. Vocation never leaves us, and ministry finds a way to continue, even if feels more like weeds forcing their way up between the paving stones rather than a well-tended rose-garden. I’m so glad for my decision to go into the Gustaf Adolf Church

Today's Gospel from Matthew reminds us of Jesus' words: “It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick; go and learn what this means: ‘I desire mercy, not sacrifice.’ For I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners.” Worshipping and presiding with St Mark's Lutheran Congregation in Birmingham was a great joy. Pastor John Evenson hosted the service, Natalia Pierson preached, and Bishop Paulina presided. A blessed day of worship, fellowship, and proclaiming God's

Last weekend in Edinburgh & Glasgow, we gathered with joy to celebrate Pastor Arkadiusz’s successful final exam and to introduce the LCiGB robes at Laudate Lutheran Church with the Polish Lutheran Congregation. It was a truly blessed occasion, filled with thanksgiving, fellowship, and celebration. We give thanks to God for this milestone and pray for continued blessings in ministry. Photo credits: Pr Arkadiusz & Kalina Kilanowski

Grateful for the international Lutheran service in Dublin, where we commemorated the coming of the Holy Spirit more than 2,000 years ago. During the service, we spoke in over 20 different languages in honour of the Apostles speaking in tongues, sharing the Good News, and baptizing more than 3,000 people.

Trinity LC extended celebrations of Dr Elina Wright's Ordination to Priesthood (25 April in Liverpool) and worshiped with thanksgiving yesterday, when the new Pastor presided over Holy Communion, her husband, prof. Andy Wright (licensed lay minister in the Church of England) preached, and Intern Natalia Pierson led. Bishop Paulina welcomed Pastor Elina before the service asking the congregation to pray and support her in the new coming tasks and responsibilities. Praise be to

The LCiGB Synod took place in Liverpool on Saturday, 25 April. The focus was safeguarding, under the theme “Safe to Serve, Called to Care.” A short training session and discussion on recent LCiGB guidance were led by the LCiGB Dean, Laura Haupt. It was wonderful to receive updates from parishes across the country and to welcome new representatives to the Synod.

“Your eyes saw my unformed body; all the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be.” Psalm 139:16 We celebrated with great joy the Ordination to the Priesthood of Deacon Simon Macaulay and Dr Elina Wright at Gustav Adolf Nordic Lutheran Church in Liverpool on Saturday, 25 April. Lutheran clergy from around the country joined in active participation, and it was a blessing to have Anglican priests among us joining in the “Laying on of Hands” c

Easter was a joyful and blessed day for St Anne's. Pastor Sarah presided over the service, with Pastor Maris preaching. Njariny and Anjara served as second assisting ministers. The music was enhanced by the choir and the highly talented Baars siblings, led by our Director of Music, Andrew Baars. After the service, we celebrated Pastor Maris' 60th birthday with cake. Chelsea also organised an Easter egg hunt for the young and the young at heart, which was enjoyed by all. The d

Christ is risen! Alleluia! Last night, St Anne's gathered for a beautiful Easter Vigil service as we celebrated the resurrection of our Lord. Pastor Maris presided over the service, with Pastor Meelis preaching. Paul shared his gift of music, and members of the congregation took part in reading the lessons. Together, we also affirmed our baptisms at the font, remembering God's promises and our new life in Christ. Thank you to everyone who helped make this a meaningful and joy