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Welcome to Threads, the newsletter for individual partners that helps keep you connected with Women of the ELCA by keeping you informed of our new Bible studies, global networks, advocacy efforts, and other resources.
New Bible study
Mary: A Woman for All Seasons
 Learn more about the mother of Jesus in the 2009 Lutheran Woman Today summer Bible study, "Mary: A Woman for All Seasons," available in the June and July/August issues.
This summer study takes a closer look at the life of Mary over three sessions: "The Annunciation," "Kinships, Friendships, and Holy Encounters," and "Mary among the Disciples."
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 Sacred Spaces
This new, free Web resource is a helpful guide to creating a personal sacred space that enriches and supports your practice of regular worship within a community of faith. Learn how to select and create a sacred space, whether that space is a whole room, a quiet corner of a room, or your garden.
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Reflections on the WBGC seminar in South Africa
 Vongai Murugani: An African woman's thoughts
I came from Zimbabwe for the Women Building Global Community (WBGC) seminar in South Africa with three goals: to share experiences related to racism, HIV/AIDS, and gender justice; to form new partnerships and learn ways of taking action on those issues; and to make new friends among the participants.
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Women of the ELCA Scholarships
Women of the ELCA recently awarded academic scholarships totaling over $22,000. The 2009 scholarship recipients represent a diverse range of women in academic endeavors ranging from ordained and diaconal ministry to leadership development, nursing, and higher education. Their studies may be different, but all are taking a bold step in answering God's call!
If you would like to make a donation to our scholarship program, click here.
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