Women of the ELCA (W-ELCA) Latest News
(February 2026)

 W-ELCA stands for Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.  It is the women's ministry organization of the ELCA, dedicated to mobilizing women to act boldly on their faith in Jesus Christ.  WELCA includes Lutheran women who gather for service, study, advocacy, and fellowship in over 7,000 locations across the U.S. and the Caribbean.  The organization focuses on supporting women in their callings, promoting healing and wholeness in the church and society, and engaging in various ministries to strengthen community and church families.

Bethany W-ELCA Mission Statement:  To mobilize women to act boldly on their faith in Jesus Christ.

Bethany W-ELCA Updates

• All ladies of Bethany are considered a member of W-ELCA and are earnestly welcome to be a part of Rachel Circle
• This month's bible study from Gather is "Now Let us Pray" — which explores ways we can pray not only for the earth, but with the earth as God has planted the gospel all around us since the beginning of time.
• Check out the Gather magazines in the library area for inspirational Bible studies and uplifting stories.

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​A thought:  1 John 4:8 —Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love.

Upcoming Events:​

• Tuesday, February 3rd at 4:00 PM, Rachel Circle meets in the Bethany conference room. \
• Sunday, February 22nd W-ELCA meeting after church service.

NOTE:  If we continue the Lenten soup suppers, they will begin on Wednesday, February 25th

Assembling Health Kits

W-ELCA River Cruise - 2025