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November 2010  Issue 6

Welcome to the latest issue of Threads, the quarterly newsletter for partners of Women of the ELCA.

Renew, Respond, Rejoice!

Come to the 2011 Triennial Gathering and attend a workshopRenew, Respond, Rejoice! with our 2011-12 Bible study author, the Rev. Patricia Lull, who will lead participants through Lutheran Woman Today's upcoming nine-month study, "To Lead and To Serve: The Gospel of Mark." The 2011 Triennial Gathering will be held in Spokane, Washington, July 14-17. Join more than 2,000 Lutheran women for a weekend of learning, inspiring preching, fellowship and celebration.

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New Resources

Speaking Faith through Art
Explore how one's deepest convictions can be expressed through art by looking at the work of two Christian artists from different centuries. Lucas Cranach was a painter, propagandist, printer and illustrator during the Reformation. Sister Corita Kent was a nun who used her artistic gifts to communicate her commitment to the anti-war and civil rights movements of the 1950s and 60s. How does art inspire you or help you express what you believe?

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Living a Life of Daily Bread
A reflection on the phrase "Give us this day our daily bread" that explores what you can learn about by baking bread; patience, community, how to be intentional and attentive, and the joy that comes from wide-eyed anticipation. Can easily be used as a one-day retreat, complete with bread-baking!

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All about Thankofferings
All about ThankofferingsGain a better understanding of the history and significance of our Thankoffering tradition. Did you know that Thankoffering celebrations date back more than 100 years and beyond Lutherans? Thankofferings give us an important and tangible way to express our gratitude for God's blessings and are grounded in our celebration of community, or meeting together to joyfully give thanks for what God has given us.

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Women of the ELCA Planned Giving

Did you know that making a planned gift is a powerful way to express your compassion and values? With your planned gift, you are connecting to other women now and in the future, modeling good stewardship and motivating others to do the same. In addition to actinb boldly on your faith in Jesus Christ, you are promoting healing and wholeness in the church, society and world while challenging other women to experience the joy of giving.

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In this issue
Renew, Respond, Rejoice
Speaking Faith Through Art
• Living a Life of Daily Bread
All about Thankofferings
Women of the ELCA Planned Giving

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