WELCA
“Women of the ELCA, the women’s organization of the church, has thousands of participants in thousands of congregations. Together we are committed to growing in faith, affirming our gifts, supporting one another in our callings, and engaging in ministry and action that promotes justice and wholeness for all people.”
The Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America (W-ELCA) is one of the longest-running organizations at Our Savior’s. They have a rich history of serving the Lord and providing generous gifts of time, talent, and money to support Our Savior’s. W-ELCA is perhaps best known for their wonderful work in the kitchen, serving meals for many potluck events.
Meetings are usually held on the third Thursday of the month. All women of Our Savior’s are members of W-ELCA. If you have an interest in supporting any of the many causes of W-ELCA your contribution of time and talent and fellowship would be welcomed.
W-ELCA 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.
2026 W-ELCA Meeting Schedule
June 13, 11:30 am – Picnic Day @ Trane All Abilities Park
July 1, 6 pm – Dorcas Potluck Picnic
October 4, 9:30 am – Lutheran World Relief Sunday
November 19, 1:30 pm – “Thank Offering”
2026 W-ELCA Officers
President Sue Staples
Vice President Laura Sanborn
Treasurer Patti Hanson
Secretary Carol Miller
Program & Publicity Laura Sanborn
Quilting Cheryl Vieth and Doris Modahl
Board Meetings are held as needed.
2026 W-ELCA Serving Committees
June 19, 1:30 pm – Picnic Day @ Trane All Abilities Park
Serving Committee: Sue Staples (Chair), Dala Hynek, and Laura Sanborn
Contributing Member: Ardelle Ender, Esther Harman, Elaine Lee, Monica Wiebke Peterson, Anna Duresky, and Judy Sasse
October 4, 1:30 pm – Lutheran World Relief Sunday
Serving Committee: Doris Modahl (Chair), Linda Baehr, Karen Geier, and Carol Miller
November 20, 1:30 pm – “Thank Offering”
Serving Committee: Barb Seidel (Chair), Barb Clark, Patti Hanson, and Lois Losby