Lutheran Women of the ELCA at St. John's Lutheran Church
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, society, and the world.
All the women of St. John's Lutheran Church are already members of WOMEN OF THE ELCA (WELCA), even if you are not an active member of a circle. Please join us for food for thought and food for the soul.
Once a year, in April, we celebrate WELCA Sunday, when the women of the church lead the worship. Here is the link to the 2010 WELCA Sunday event.
We have two monthly Bible study groups - one day time and one evening. The groups meet on the second Tuesday of each month, with a break during the summer months of June, July and August.
Normally the May meeting is a joint meeting or retreat, and the November meeting is a joint meeting.
Monthly meetings are held in the home of the hostess or at the church. Meetings are listed in the Sunday Bulletin Insert, the monthly Newsletter, our calendar page, and bottom of this WELCA page.
The Miriam Circle meets at 10:30 AM.
The Lydia Circle meets at 7:00 PM.
Click here for the 2010 circle meeting dates and places.
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REMINDER TO ALL MEMBERS:
We need small gifts ( 25¢ to 50¢ ) for Helena House Bingo prizes. Please get them to Jane Moellenhoff.
Keep saving $ for our Thankoffering. This "on-going savings" will be collected at our May 15, 2010 Retreat and taken to the SC WELCA Convention in Newberry, SC, June 25 - 26, 2010, by our delegates. 100% of this goes to support our national WELCA organization. Contributions can be given to Maryelyn Dancy or Jane Griffith anytime prior to June 24, 2010. Checks can be made out to St. John's Lutheran Church WELCA.
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2010 LEADERS OF ST. JOHN'S WOMEN OF THE ELCA
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Officers:
Co Chairs - Jane Griffith & Maryelyn Dancy
Secretary - Marly Roper
Treasurer - LaVerne Greenleaf
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Community Outreach Coordinators:
WELCA Sewing Circle - Eve Roane
Martha's Animals - Martha Christian
Infant Projects Home Sewers - Norma Murdaugh
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Circle Leaders:
Miriam Circle - Sue Mannheim
Lydia Circle - Rosie Riddle
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Why a women's organization in the 21st century?
..... The level of trust and sharing found in a group of women is like nothing else. Women need places where we can pass on, and receive, shared wisdom and life stories to become strong, vibrant women.
Here are the thoughts of some of our active women on what makes St. John's WELCA special in their lives.
..... "It provides a place to question and strengthen my beliefs as we study the Bible and come to better understand God's word".
..... "I enjoy the fellowship and love we share."
..... "It is uplifting to be with women of strong faith."
..... "I appreciate the support shown to one another, to others in our church and to the wide community of Beaufort and beyond."
..... "I enjoy the working relationships ands stimulating conversation as we complete projects together."
Here are some current programs.
A weekly morning sewing group that meets at the church to make bibs, lap robes and walker pockets for Assisted Living Facilities, as well as crib quilts for infants newly baptized at St. John's Lutheran Church.
A twice a month sewing group that meets in the morning at church to make stuffed animals for young patients in Beaufort Memorial Hospital's Emergency Room.
A group of sewers that work in their own homes to make smocked gowns and blankets for still born babies, and caps and booties for special needs babies at Beaufort Memorial Hospital.
We support the state and national Women of the ELCA's various projects through a portion of our offerings.
You can check the church calendar page for dates and times of the group and sewing circle meetings.
An example of one of the projects at the national level is a grant program made to St. Luke Lutheran Parish in rural Phebe in Liberia. This program supports women and teenage girls living with HIV/AIDS through counseling and self-improvement initiatives, and seeks to teach women income-producing skills.
We extend a warm welcome to every one of you who have not yet experienced the joy of participating in the program, to find your niche and become part of some piece of St. John's Women of the ELCA. Perhaps you might even have an idea to add another piece to this program. Just talk to us and let's see what we can do and how we can grow.
Link to National Women of the ELCA web site.
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