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Our Savior's Lutheran Church 3634 First Avenue NE; Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 view map Phone: (319)365-9159 Fax: (319)365-9150 Email: crsaviors @ msn.com (remove spaces) |
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Mission Statement: Our Savior's is called by the Holy Spirit to share the Gospel through Word and Sacrament and to serve those in need. |
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Statement of Purpose: 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,
the society, and
the world.
The women's ministry of Our Savior's is part of the larger network of the Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (WELCA). Message from President, Ardy Erickson Our Women of the ELCA local group is a very active and an energetic arm of our Church. Come worship with us and learn of all the various ministries offered (at Our Savior's). You are welcome... and remember - you are loved. 
~Resources~ Church Women United Lutheran Resource Center Gather Magazine Southeastern Iowa Synod Women's Organization (SWO) Women of the ELCA |
Women of the ELCA
The Women's organization of Our Savior's is called Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (WELCA). The WELCA organization is sub-divided into small groups called "circles". These circles provide an opportunity for friendship, prayer, and Bible study. WELCA also hosts several large group gatherings during the year that are open to all women in the congregation. As the women’s organization of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (WELCA), we provide the opportunity for women of all ages who want to grow in faith and live out their faith. 
WELCA Activities
Bible Study:
Support:
Circle meetings are a great way to get know other women in an informal supportive environment.
Women of our WELCA unit also join with other WELCA units in the area for "cluster events" to learn and support mission outreach together. The WELCA group also puts on special events throughout the year to support each other in prayer, study, community awareness, health, fun, ministry, and mission. Action:
Do-Day ladies (and gentlemen!) meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 9:00am to make quilts, blankets, layettes and soap for Lutheran World Relief, EWALU Bible camp, and others. The Women also organize and run a biennial (every 2 years) Rummage Sale. Items left over from the sale are distributed among many community organizations including Crossroads, Olivet Mission, Salvation Army, and Habitat for Humanity. For the past several years, the Women have sponsored a "themed-Tasting Bee": Ticket holders enjoy 1 tsp. of 45 different foods which are all in the cookbook attendees receive for the cost of the ticket. Every two years the Women sponsor a Meal in the Upper Room. It is a reflective meal experience of what it could have been like to celebrate the Passover Meal in the upper room with Jesus and his disciples. Using readings from the New Testament and foods that were common in Jesus' times, the participants gain a deeper understanding of Jesus' life and his mission. The Prayer Chain is for church members who have a concern (health, personal, etc) about a family member or friend. The prayer chain leader begins the call chain and prayers are offered. Please contact Ardie Fevold for more information. WELCA also contributes financially to community organizations. Forty percent of the WELCA budget is designated for Social Concerns and local Stewardship. A Fall Thankoffering service is an opportunity for the entire congregation to celebrate and continue their commitment to the ministries of the Women’s organization. The offering supports the community outreach and stewardship of our group. |
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