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Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
Through WELCA membership, the women of Gloria Dei articulate and act upon their faith, value themselves and others by building up and celebrating relations, and participate in
All women at Gloria Dei are welcome and encouraged to join. Please visit one of our four Circle groups for fellowship, friendship, Bible study, service, and more! The four Circles meet monthly and are named after women missionaries:
 Meeting locations vary but are published in Gloria Dei Rejoice newsletter and the Sunday church bulletin. For information about a specific circle, please e-mail the church office or call (319) 338-2893.
President: Kathleen Renquist Secretary: Doris Houser Treasurer: Linda Duncan Church Women United Representative: Laney Wingate Cluster 7 Board Member: Quinta Bontrager Funeral Reception Committee Co-chairs: Roma Panther, Jan Segreti, Vilda Sutherlin For more information, visit: Southeastern Iowa Synod Women's Organization (SWO) |
February 22, 2012
COMING EVENTS Saturday, Feb. 25 2 p.m. ordination of Arhiana Sophia Shek, Bishop Michael A. Last presiding Read a profile of Pastor Shek's faith journey into the ELCA ministry.
Ash Wednesday services Feb. 22 12:10 p.m. & 7:10 p.m. Imposition of ashes to begin the season of Lent
Midweek services for Lent Beginning Feb. 29 5:30 Soup Supper6:15 Book Study 7:10 Worship Vespers
Lenten Book Study 2012 "The Last Week" What the Gospels Really Teach About Jesus' Final Days in Jerusalem by: Marcus Born & John D. Crossan
Adult Forum
Campus Ministry View regular eventsThis Week Check the calendar below for a listing of this week's events. Members Login Countdown to Lent |
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. 
learning experiences to promote strength for each woman as a whole person. We prepare and send Lutheran World Relief health kits, school kits, Christmas Cheer Baskets, Greeting Cards and other community activities. Through Church Women United, Cluster 7 Meetings and funeral receptions we fulfill mission community. Retreats, Bible study, and women’s Sunday help us grow in mission.
