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LWF General Secretary Expresses Shock Over Terrorist Attacks in London
Conveys Condolences to Archbishop of Canterbury 

GENEVA, 8 July 2005 (LWI) - The General Secretary of the Lutheran World
Federation (LWF), Rev. Dr Ishmael Noko, has conveyed condolences to
Anglican Archbishop of Canterbury, Rev. Dr Rowan Williams, expressing
deep shock over the July 7 terrorist attacks in London.

Referring to the many innocent victims affected by the violence, Dr Noko
writes: "The prayers of the worldwide Lutheran Communion are with the
citizens of London and the United Kingdom. In our thoughts and prayers
we remember those who have lost their loved ones and those who have been
injured and traumatized by these events."

Dr Noko assures the archbishop that the LWF "in our ecumenical and
inter-faith efforts" will continue to work for peace, reconciliation and
justice across ethnic, ideological and religious boundaries.

More than 50 people of different nationalities died as a result of the
three explosions on the London underground train system, and one on the
top of a double-decker bus.  Over 700 people were hurt, some losing
limbs and suffering from multiple injuries, including burns. (189 words)

(The LWF is a global communion of Christian churches in the Lutheran
tradition. Founded in 1947 in Lund, Sweden, the LWF currently has 138
member churches in 77 countries all over the world, with a total
membership of nearly 66 million. The LWF acts on behalf of its member
churches in areas of common interest such as ecumenical and inter-faith
relations, theology, humanitarian assistance, human rights,
communication, and the various aspects of mission and development work.
Its secretariat is located in Geneva, Switzerland.)

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