April 2021  Resurrection is center of Easter celebration  Resurrection—this word is the center of our Easter celebration. Jesus’ resurrection from the dead is arguably the defining point of Christian faith. But how else is resurrection experienced? In Luke 20:36, we are called “children of the resurrection.” What does this mean? Is it a reference to a future event, a resurrection of our spiritual selves? Or might it have implications for our lives and the lives of others here and now? Download our free resource, Resurrection: A holy discipline to study with your online women’s group. Devotion: Using language everyone can understand  Do you have more than one language represented in your congregation? How do you make sure everyone can understand? Some congregations print service leaflets with the texts printed side by side in each language. That’s one solution. Read the devotion. 3 tools for increasing participation in your women’s group  How do you increase membership in your women’s group or congregational unit? As you begin to think about answering this question, know that your outreach plan must be broad, creative, and bold. Your commitment and strategy should be intentional to move Women of the ELCA’s purpose and mission forward. Read the article.  Join the Rev. Angela Khabeb for a conversation about transformation  The Rev. Angela Khabeb is the guest speaker for tonight’s monthly Boldcafe B.Y.O.D. (bring your own dinner). A popular writer, speaker, preacher, and advocate, Pastor Khabeb will lead participants in a conversation about transformation. Because it’s Maundy Thursday, perhaps you can bring some traditional food: dates, lamb, olives, unleavened bread. Register here to join the group at 7 p.m. CT. Don’t miss this exciting and easy way to connect with new friends. 2021-2022 scholarship applications are due Monday, April 5  No April fooling. Women of the ELCA’s scholarship applications for the 2021–22 academic year are due next week, Monday, April 5. Scholarships are offered in two categories: Lutheran laywomen and ordained ministry. Applications and all supporting documents must be emailed to Women of the ELCA by April 5, 2021. Scholarships recipients will be notified in late June. Visit welca.org/scholarships for criteria and descriptions of the scholarships available. Sign up for Daily Grace  Daily Grace is an on-the-go companion for your spiritual journey, offering a faith reflection every day. Encounter God’s extravagant, boundless, and often surprising grace by signing up for a daily email message. You can also download the app for your IOS and Android devices. Learn more at welca.org/dailygrace. Last month’s most popular blogs  Are you bold enough to hear God’s call and answer it?  How can I be more like Jesus when I’m nothing like him? Support our ministry Women of the ELCA | 773-380-2730 | women.elca@elca.org | welca.org STAY CONNECTED |
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