Rockford Area Lutheran Ministries

Evangelical Lutheran Church in America

Northern Illinois Synod

Lutheran Outdoor Ministries

Zion Development Corporation

Lutheran Social Services

Patriots’ Gateway Community Center

Patriots Charter School

Katie’s Cup Coffee Shop and Bookstore

ZION’S WOMEN OF THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA

LOGO EXPLANATION

The symbol, with the cross, water and a white lily identifies the Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America as children of God:  baptized, forgiven, adopted into God’s family, full of grace and hope in eternal life.  It is a reminder of the growth, beauty and vitality that rises out of that life-giving baptism water.  It is also a reminder of the mission of the church to “Go, therefore, make disciples of all nations: baptize them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.” – Matthew 28:19

PURPOSE OF THE WOMEN OF THE ELCA

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 ministry and action, and promote healing and wholeness in the church, the society and the world.

WELCA MEETINGS

Friday & Saturday, April 10 & 11 - NIS/WELCA Retreat at Bishop Lane

Saturday, April 24, 9:30 - 11:00 am - Roberta Nielsen Program

Saturday, November 13, 9:30 - 11:00 - Gene Fedeli - “Wrap up the Holidays”

2010 - 2011 OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES OF WELCA

• President - Betty Morgan (815) 282-0717

• Vice President - Jennifer Alcantar (815) 964-7704

• Secretary - Judy Lindstrom (815) 654-7123

•  Treasurer - Karen Kermgard (815) 398-4460

•  Program/Education - WELCA Board