ELCA

Women of St. Andrew

 


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

President – Laurna Badendieck

Vice President – Carol Kaijala

Secretary – Barb Stoll

Treasurer – Linda Allind

Mission: Action – Nancy Michaels

                     

 

Mission Community –  

Mission: Growth –  

Deborah Circle – Bonnie Anderson

Mary Martha Circles –Sue Smith (Circle 1)

Barbara Stoll (Circle 2)

Janice Ramsden (Circle 3)

Heart in Hand Knitting/Craft Group – Julie Willis

Projects – Betty Peters

Handbook – Barbara Fischer

Carol Burkhardt Prayer Quilt Group –    

Barbara Betts

Doris Bitely

Barbara Fischer 

 

WELCA NEWS

WELCA BOARD MEETS 10:00 A.M.

THE FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

AT THE CHURCH

Annual Activities

Prayer Partner Luncheon - February

Spring Luncheon - April

Fall Luncheon - September

Advent Gathering with the Sanctuary Arts Committee

Thankoffering Service-November

Home Bible Study

Mary Martha, Circle One, Circle Two and Circle Three meets the fourth Tuesday of the month in various homes.

Bagels and Bible Circle meets the 2nd. Saturday of the month in various homes.

WELCA PROJECTS – 2009-2010

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.

Penny Collection

Each year the Synodical Women collect change for a specific project. All members of the congregation support this effort. This year, the money will be going to help those hurt by hurricanes.

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 handbells, assist in the nursery and sing in the choir. They help clean the church and work outdoors, 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 "Witness" to find ways in which you can serve and expand your gifts!

Community Involvement

Our congregation supports actively the work of Religious Community Services, which has a food pantry, soup kitchen, clothing center, night shelter and health clinic. We help the Salvation Army in its toy and food drive before Christmas, gathering, packing and distributing, as well as interviewing clients to assess needs. We also dress dolls and bears to be given out in the gift bags. We actively participate in the annual October CROP Walk, and make sandwiches for the Red Cross blood drive. Many of our women also volunteer at the Carolina East Medical Center and Merci Clinic. Some work with the American Heart Association, in the Literacy Program, or as volunteers in the local schools.

 

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WOMEN'S LINKS

 

The official web site for the ELCA Women.

The NC Synod web site for ELCA Women.

Articles and on-line magazines of special interest to women.

The home page for the Oprah Winfrey show, with features based on the show, book reviews, and topics of interest.

The Martha Stewart web site.

ValuPage Coupons. Get coupons for your favorite local stores!

 

Blue Mountain is the most popular site for on-line greeting cards

eDiets has everything you want to know about dieting and fitness.

Dr. Koop's site is the standard for finding health information


 

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