Women of the ELCA
Our Purpose: 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.
One Mission: To mobilize women to act boldly on their faith in Jesus Christ.
Three Mission areas:
- Community: to enable each woman to value herself and others as created in God’s image and redeemed through Christ; and to build up and celebrate relationships that are global, diverse, and interdependent.
- Growth: To provide a variety of learning experiences that strengthen each woman as a whole person, develop her potential, and equip her for ministry.
- Action: To enable women to articulate and act upon their faith as disciples of Christ in all arenas of life.
Local Opportunities at First Lutheran:
Women of the ELCA meet on an as needed basis.
Cluster Meetings: Cluster 8 WELCA groups meet in the spring and fall for gatherings on a regional basis for a chance to worship together and hear a speaker.
Mission: Action This is the group of busy, faithful women who will continue to have workdays on the third Monday of the month to work on assembling quilts and kits. ALL women members of First Lutheran are WELCA members. Willing volunteers and helpful hands are always needed.