Description: ELCA

Women of St. John’s

MISSION 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.

OFFICERS

Co-Chairman - Ann Spicer

Co-Chairman - Eleanore Roth

Secretary - Tracey Boyer

Co-Secretary - Gloria Stewart

Treasurer - Kathy Mengel

Co-Treasurer - Patti Niemond

Deborah Circle- Cora Lou Richards

Altar Guild - Helene Snook

Malta Home Liason - Betty Brought

Senior Social Group - Norma Fisher

Church Nursery - Nikki Hidlay

Rummage Sales - Joan Knepp

Program Chair - Pegge Mixer

Kitchen Activities - Anne Spicer

Kitchen Activities - Christine Wertz

Piecemakers- Dora Greene

Meetings & Agendas

WELCA Board

Quarterly

Deborah Circle

1^st Wednesday

1:00 pm

Piecemakers

1st & 3rd Monday

WELCA CALENDAR ~ 2011-2012

September
October
November
December	Cookie Walk Women’s Tureen
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August

WELCA HANDBOOK

WELCA Projects

Lutheran Women Today	Annual group rate subscriptions to this magazine are forwarded in September. All women are urged to use it as a source of support and inspiration. The monthly ELCW Bible Study is an important part of the periodical.
School Kits
Fabric Kits
Personal Care Kits
Baby Care Kits
Prayer Partners	Prayer is an important part of Christian life. Those who wish will receive the name of another woman in the church for whom to pray. During the February luncheon, past partner names are revealed and new ones are selected. Token gifts may be exchanged.
Thankoffering Service	We have many things for which we are thankful every year. Each time you think of something for which you are thankful, set aside a small donation in your Thankoffering Box, and present it during the annual Thankoffering Service. You'll be surprised how it adds up! The money goes to help fund projects of the Women of the ELCA, but all members of the congregation are invited to join in the project! This year's efforts involve working for justice among women and children in poverty, helping the abused and those in prison, etc.
Service Opportunities	Many hands make light work. Women participate in all areas of our church life. They are important members of committees and function in leadership roles in groups sponsored by these committees. They serve on Church Council, teach Sunday School and Vacation Bible School. They are on the Altar Guild, sing, play hand bells, assist in the nursery and sing in the choir. They host coffee hours and special events. They volunteer in the office, count offerings, and assist and lead worship. Read the weekly bulletin and the monthly Newsletter to find ways in which you can serve and expand your gifts!
Community Involvement

WOMEN'S LINKS

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