Breath on me, Spirit!
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“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.”
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ELCA Action Center – Evangelical Lutheran Church in America: Protect Medicaid
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.
Katie’s Fund Grants are allocated to support programs, resources, and opportunities in the areas named when the Fund was first begun. These grants in the amount of $500-$5,000 are designed to support project resources, and opportunities in the areas of leadership development, global sharing and living theology. Learn more and see how you and your congregation can make a difference in the church, society and world through a grant from Katie’s Fund!
Apply for a Katie’s Fund Grant
Raising up Healthy Women and Girls Grants are for Congregational units or Synodical Women’s Organizations who need seed money for a health initiative—a project aimed at improving healthy living for girls and women.
Apply for a Raising Up Healthy Women and Girls Grant
In honor of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women’s Day, Monday, May 5, join leaders, staff and more as we pray together, “Candlelight Vigil for Murdered and Missing Women,” written by Dr. Kelly Sherman-Conroy. Download the vigil.
For more information visit the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women webpage on the ELCA website.
Join us at the Triennial Gathering, July 16-19, 2026 in Des Moines, Iowa! Register today!
Visit the gathering website to learn about speakers, reserve your hotel, and more! Plus, we are looking for sponsors, vendors and exhibitors!
Check out ways to promote the Gathering in your congregation and Synod!
Promote the Gathering with a flyer, Bulletin and Zoom Background!
Nominations close February 20, 2026.
The Campus Ambassador program aims to connect young adult students with girls aged 7-12 and women active in WELCA within ELCA congregations. Thus, creating opportunities for learning about life and faith, and bridging the age gap from girls and young women to women over 55.
Learn more, Apply to be a Campus Ambassador and Refer a congregation
Thank you to those listed below who have contributed to the SALT Appeal for Giving Tuesday! Consider adding your name to the list below and make a gift to SALT today!
Bob Clemens in honor of Gwen Edwards
Christ the King WELCA
Joyce Uber
Diane Brauer
Marylou Haas
Carmen Richards
Shirley McKinnis in honor of Anna Avers
Denise Phillippe
Barbara Klein
Alice Schneider
Cheryl Lundeen
Robin Fuerst
Marie Geissler
Nancy Nelson
Norma Reed
Nancy Kingston
Sandra Knutson
Nancy Rollins
Patricia Nicholson
Linda Bassett
Cynthia Dozier
John Pearson
Noel Nesheim
Marilyn Grandstrand
Ann Hein
Karil Drake
Mary Schlumberger in honor of Anne Storan
Jacqueline Haynick in honor of Monica Munson
Ruth Rose
Donna Peterson
Marietta Meyer
Lila Woodard
Myrna Wells-Ulland in honor of Grand Canyon Synodical Women
Renee Anderson
Melanie Hobden
Jenell Zweifel
Carole Fitch
Connie Picken
Kim Mesun
Pamela Johnsen in honor of Mona Lee Trego
Cheryl Wasson
Jade Mueller
Jennifer Armstrong-Schaefer in honor of Linda Armstrong on her birthday
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Assembly 2026 is a once-every-four-years gathering of women committed to faith, empowerment, and making a difference. Picture a weekend that uplifts your soul, strengthens your faith, and brings you together with an unstoppable sisterhood. Listen to keynote speakers, Stacey Abrams, the Rev. Carolyn Abrams and our interim executive director, Dr. Jennifer Hockenbery!
By Pastor Sarah Jones and Deacon Sarah Kretschmann The Church Property Resource Hub highlights the ministry of Trinity Lutheran Church
by Susan Harris I’ve been thinking about the contrasts of the seasons during this time of year. Maybe it’s because
by Jennifer Hockenbery When my grandmother was 5 years old, her older brother, my great-uncle, would hold her hand as