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News from the spring executive board meeting
The board approved the agenda for the Triennial Gathering and designated the Convention and Gathering offerings recipients, acted on recommendations from the Conference of Synodical Presidents and more at their recent meeting.
Katie's Fund annual appeal underway
This month marks the second annual appeal for Katie's Fund, which supports Women of the ELCA ministries of global sharing, leadership development, and living theology. Your congregational unit received a packet of Katie's Fund materials a few weeks ago. If you've already made your contribution, thank you! You can also donate to Katie's Fund online right now.
LWT Bible study introduction events
Is there an introduction to the 2010-2011 Bible study, "The People of God: Unity in the Midst of Diversity," taking place near you? This study by the Revs. Linda Johnson Seyenkulo and Jensen Seyenkulo will appear in Lutheran Woman Today magazine from September 2010 through May 2011.
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Pentecost, Prayer and Power
 In the days leading up to Pentecost, the disciples modeled for us one powerful way that support happens in community: through continuous prayer. This short program connects the disciples' experience of the days surrounding Pentecost with three areas in which we can be a blessing to others through prayer leading to action: women’s health, violence against women and clearing the “red tape” that keeps people from being fully empowered. Download this short program today to see how your group can be a blessing to others through prayer.
Looking for a retreat idea?
Here are five one- to two-day retreats you can easily put together using some of our most recent program resources. The retreats explore living our health initiative (Raising Up Healthy Women and Girls), creating personal sacred space, discipleship, stewardship of God's creation and more.
Have you considered using the Lutheran Woman Today magazine summer study for a one-day retreat? The entire study is online and includes a guide to holding a one-day retreat.
Celebrate Your Faith and Revitalize Yourself
Are you looking for a life-changing experience that will inspire you to live out your faith?
It’s time to escape from the busyness of your life and renew your spirit! Attend the 2011 Triennial Gathering and see spectacular speakers:
Witness a powerful address by peacemaker Leymah Gbowee, whose interfaith efforts brought peace to civil war-torn Liberia.
Enjoy the message of author Nora Gallagher, who brings the ancient practices of the Eucharist alive for us today in her book The Sacred Meal.
Visit our Triennial Gathering pages for our speaker lineup and more! Join the mailing list and receive regular updates. Early bird registration begins Sept. 15. You could win prizes!
Seed grants available for health initiative programs
Is your congregational unit already working to raise awareness, provide education and promote wellness among women and girls? If so, you may be eligible for a seed grant to help you continue that work. Find out more.
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