Mobilizing women to act boldly on their faith in Jesus Christ
“As a community of women created in the image of God, called to discipleship in Jesus Christ, and empowered by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves to grow in faith, affirm our gifts, support one another in our callings, engage in ministry and action, and promote healing and wholeness in the church, the society, and the world.”
What is WELCA?
It’s an easy way to say Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.
Quite a mouthful, we know. Our organization includes Lutheran women who gather in more than 7,000 locations in the U.S. and the Caribbean, for service, study, advocacy, fellowship and more! WELCA embraces all kinds of ministries that support our mission of mobilizing women to act boldly on their faith in Jesus Christ. There is a place for you in Women of the ELCA.
2024 Fall Gatherings
Please consider becoming a conference representative for the Northwest Conference (blue on the map) for the Central/Southern Illinois Synod Women of the ELCA Board. A conference representative is a liaison between congregations in their conference and the Synodical Women’s Board. They encourage women in their area churches to meet for fellowship, Bible study, book clubs, Lutheran World Relief quilts and kits, and other mission projects. Representatives meet with the Central/Southern Illinois Synod Board three to four times a year to give them feedback from their churches. Most meetings are by Zoom. They can also help if their conference would like to have their own spring or fall gathering. Please contact Pat Caley, president of the C/SIS Women of the ELCA, if you have questions or are interested in this position.
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