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We stand with you in just love.

Today, we say this universally, and we say it especially to our siblings of color, our siblings in the queer community, our siblings who are immigrants and migrants. Each of you matter. Each of you are a creature of God in God’s image. Each of you are beloved. We stand with you in just love.

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Our Purpose Statement

“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.”

2024 Thankoffering Service at Gustavus Adolphus College

The 2024 Thankoffering Service (in-person)  | Gustavus Adolphus College Chapel

November 10 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm (CST)

The 2024 Women of the ELCA (WELCA) Thankoffering worship service was led by the Rev. Betsy Hoium and the students of Gustavus Adolphus College Campus Ministry at Christ Chapel on the campus of Gustavus Adolphus College.

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Daily Grace

Playtime with Jesus

Not long ago, at bedtime, this discussion ensured: 2-year-old (excitedly): Jesus coming? Me: He’s probably not coming for a while,

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Watch the 2024 Thankoffering Service (in-person) Gustavus Adolphus College Chapel

November 10 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm (CST)

The 2024 Women of the ELCA (WELCA) Thankoffering worship service was led by the Rev. Betsy Hoium and the students of Gustavus Adolphus College Campus Ministry at Christ Chapel on the campus of Gustavus Adolphus College.

Download the 2024 Thankoffering Service 

Learn how to have a Thankoffering Service with your congregation 

A letter of apology to the voting members at the 12th Triennial Convention

At the 12th Triennial Convention in Phoenix in 2023, harm was caused to many of you during the election process. We apologize for this harm and its continuing effects. Please read this letter of apology by the Churchwide Executive Board and staff.

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Give the gift of Katie's Fund and share the names of those you are thankful for

As we enter the holiday season, please consider giving a gift to Katie’s Fund in honor of a departed loved one for All Saint’s Day, a gift in gratitude for a friend, pastor, or parent for Thanksgiving, and a gift to be shared during Christmas.

When you give a gift before December 31, and fill out the acknowledgement form, the name(s) of the person(s) you are honoring will be displayed on our website throughout the season of Epiphany and in a future issue of Gather magazine.

Plus, if your gift is $250.00 and above, you will receive commemorative sterling silver Women of the ELCA jewelry!

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Women of the ELCA Scholarship application opens December 15

Women of the ELCA Scholarships help women continue their education in ordained ministry, academics and leadership. The 2025-2026 scholarship application process opens December 15.

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Recursos de programas en Español

Mujeres de la ELCA ofrece recursos de programas gratuitos y descargables, todos en inglés y muchos en español, para ayudarlo a crecer en la fe y participar en el ministerio y la acción.

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Learn about upcoming events like the 2026 Triennial Gathering, Boldcafe Monthly Dinners, leadership events and more by visiting our events page!

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Thankfulness: A state of being

Do you spend each day giving thanks for the blessings in your life? The Rev. Ralen M. Robinson reminds us that we can live in a state of thankfulness.

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Synodical Women's Organizations receive $1,000 seed grants through Katie's Fund

Southwestern Texas

Eight participants from the Southwestern Texas Synodical Women’s Organization attended the Texas United Women of Faith/Texas Impact Legislative Event with the seed grant dollars. These eight participants are supporting Project Radical Hospitality, a synod-wide effort to foster a deeper understanding of community by direct, tangible actions of hospitality. While at the event, participants studied current Texas legislatives issues related to Immigration, women’s (maternal) health and reproductive rights, climate action, and gun violence, among other topics. “As we begin our next strategic plan’s cycle, Project Radical Hospitality members are concentrating on service to immigrants/communities/services along with education and legislative priorities,” reports Lisa Lopez, SWO president. Read more stories.

Eastern North Dakota

The Eastern North Dakota Synodical Women’s Organization took its seed grant, combined it with its fund for cluster gatherings and created one large “Round-Up” on April 20, 2024. The entire day was offered free of charge to attendees, and registration was at least four times greater than in past years. A catered noon meal was provided by Casa de Fe, a mission group that funds an orphanage in Central America. The group shared their story and mission goals. Read more stories.

Saint Paul Area

 
The Saint Paul Area Synodical Women’s Organization held a “thank you dinner” for women who had been involved with the SWO over the years and asked each of them to bring someone with them. “It was great to thank those who have been involved … and get them back in the feel that our SWO is alive and well and that we need them to once again be active in our SWO,” reports SWO president Becky Maier. “Since this event we have seen a rise in participation at cluster meetings and at our SWO Soup Lunch and have seen excitement in what is to come.” Read more stories.

What Kind of WELCA Woman am I?

by Susan Swaney Humphrey I am a Wildly Whimsical Artsy Advocate and a Dabbler in all things creative. Maybe someday,

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WELCA board addresses strategic planning, racial justice, and the triennial debt.

Board members to meet again this December by staff Meeting virtually October 18-19, 2024, Women of the ELCA executive board

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Thankfulness: A state of being

by Rev. Ralen M. Robinson Read 1 Thessalonians 5:18: “Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is the will of

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