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30th anniversary is an occasion to celebrate!
Our Tenth Triennial Convention 2017 --- our 30th anniversary --- is an occasion to celebrate. We've come this far by faith, remembering the good things God has done --- with us and through us --- in the past. Who can begin to imagine what wonderful things God has in mind for us for the future? What will the Tenth Triennial Convention raise up for us to help promote healing and wholeness in the church, the society, and the world? How can you help?
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TRIENNIAL GATHERING BEGINS IN
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33 CENTS A DAY WOULD DO IT
If every woman gave 33 cents a day or about $120 a year to the organization, Women of the ELCA could more than meet its budget for conventions, regular ministries and resources that women love. Read the April Women of the ELCA board report.
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RUN, WALK, ROLL TO RAISE MONEY
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NATIONAL LUTHERAN CHOIR TICKETS AVAILABLE TO PUBLIC
Tickets for the 64-member National Lutheran Choir Saturday evening, July 15, 2017, are available to the public.
Friends, family and Minneapolis/Saint Paul area residents are
welcome to purchase tickets to the event
which is being held at the historic downtown Central Lutheran Church, adjacent to the Minneapolis Convention Center. Seating is limited.
Tickets are $25 plus a $5 registration fee and
can be purchased online. To purchase, click on the "new registration" button.
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DONATING BLOOD TO SAVE A LIFE
The American Red Cross will be available at the Minneapolis Convention Center for women to donate blood during the triennial gathering. If you registered for the triennial gathering and checked the box for more information on the blood drive expect details on how to register for a time slot soon. This information will be emailed to you. The blood drive will be held on Friday, July 14th, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and you can sign up on site.
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BOLD WOMEN READ GATHER MAGAZINE
Is there a woman in your life who deserves to be pampered this Mother's Day? Why not give her a gift subscription to
Gather magazine? Published 10 times a year, the magazine of Women of the ELCA offers articles, theological reflections and devotions to help readers grow in faith and engage in ministry and action. Each issue contains thought-provoking Bible study.
Show your love and share Gather.
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WHAT ABOUT KATIE INSPIRES YOU?
Women of the ELCA celebrates Katie Luther in May, remembering her not only as Martin's wife and the mother of their six children, but also as the energetic and effective manager of all that went on at Lutherhaus --- its flocks and fields, its brewery and its boarding house --- and as a bold, thoughtful, faithful woman. Read the monthly devotion.
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REFLECTION: MOTHERS IN OUR LIVES
The women in our lives have provided care and comfort in times of trouble. They have also pushed us to be strong. Read Cafe's faith reflection about the mothers and women in our lives.
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HAVE YOU SIGNED UP FOR A TOUR?
At the Tenth Triennial Gathering, July 13-16, in Minneapolis, Minn., you'll have plenty of opportunities to get out and see the city. Have you signed up for a tour yet?
Read about tours here.
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WELCA TAKES 12 TOTAL AWARDS
Women of the ELCA took eight
awards at the 2017
Associated Church Press
(ACP)
convention awards ceremony in Chicago, Ill., on April 2
8
.
Last month Women of the ELCA took four
DeRose-
Hinkhouse
awards March 30
at the
Religion Communicators Council
(RCC)
convention also in Chicago
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Read the story.
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MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH
May is Mental Health Awareness month. Get more information
, prevention resources and other helps from Lutheran Suicide Prevention Ministry, and watch a video message from ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton. Did you know that a person between the ages of 15 and 24 dies of suicide about every two hours in America?
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RACHEL'S DAY RESOURCE DESIGNED TO RENOUNCE GUN VIOLENCE, FEAR
Rachel's Day is a time set aside to mourn the loss of our children and to renounce the forces of violence and fear. It is observed by Women of the ELCA annually on the first Sunday in May, though it can be observed any time of the year. Read more.
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HAVE YOU DECIDED WHAT TO BUY YOUR NEW GRADUATE, MOTHER?
We can help: jewelry and aprons and mugs and shawls are available in our Women of the ELCA's e-store. Check it out before you leave home to shop for your new graduate or mother figure in your life for Mother's Day on May 14. Both deserve a special gift.
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GIVE WITH AN AMAZON SMILE
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If you are participating in the Run, Walk 
