WELCA-Women of the ELCA

Mission:
The mission of Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America is to mobilize women to act boldly on their faith in Jesus Christ.

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, the society and the world."
Membership:
All women of Immanuel-Trinity are encouraged and invited to share their gifts through leadership, committee work, circles and attendance at special events of the church. The leadership committee meets the Tuesday before the first Thursday of each month at 8:30 a.m. at Immanuel-Trinity Lutheran Church.

Publications:
Updates and announcements for women's events and activities will be found in the monthly newsletter "The Beacon".

Action programs and activities:
Circles meet once a month for bible study and fellowship.

Chancel Guild- Meets the 3^rd Thursday of the month at the church. The goal of the Chancel Guild is to keep the altar space beautiful and in good order, both to glorify God and provide a setting that enables the congregation to worship in a meaningful way.

Deborah Circle- Meets the 1^st Thursday of the month at a members home @ 7:00 p.m. This circle provides two meals per month for "Solutions Center". School bag kits are all assembled as well as Health Kits.

Dorcas Quilting Circle- Meets the 3^rd Wednesday of the month at Immanuel-Trinity Lutheran Church@ 9:00 a.m.This circle meets to assemble and sew quilts. They assemble, tie, and surge quilts that are sent to Lutheran World Relief. All of the quilts are made from donated materials.

Elizabeth Circle- Meets the 3^rd Tuesday of the month at Immanuel-Trinity Lutheran Church @ 1:00 p.m. This circle honors Lutheran Home residents with a Birthday party each month.

Martha/Ruth Circle - Meets the 2^nd Thursday of the month at Immanuel-Trinity Lutheran Church @ 1:00p.m. Many Layettes and sewing kits are assembled by this circle for Lutheran World Relief.