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Women's Ministries
Bethel's Women's Ministry consists of groups geared for the needs and interests of women. They are open to all women. this ministry is overseen by the Women's Coordinating Council which seeks to represent all women of Bethel from a variety of groups such as the 20 Women's Circles, Church Ladies, Lydia's House and Bethel Bookwomen. It is also a link to the South Central Synodical Wisconsin Women's Organization, as well as to the Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America. The purpose of the Council is to share information about projects, programs, and missions and to share concerns of the women of the church. The women's groups represented on this Council support missions throughout the Madison community and the world through monetary contributions; quilt making, layette, and health, and school kits.
The next WCC meeting will be held on April 10, 2012 at 12:00 noon at Bethel. Future WCC Meeting Dates are July 10, 2012 and October 9, 2012.
Women's Coordinating Council Meeting Minutes
Click on the date link below to open the minutes (PDF).
Submit WCC meeting agenda items and noteworthy items from circles to Nancy Wanless, 246-8219.
Staff Contact:
Pastor John Swanson | Email
jswanson@bethel-madison.org
(608) 257-3577
Lydia's House provides a chance for women to gather over a simple meal, share in fellowship, and enrich themselves through speakers discussing a variety of topics. Dinner is at 5:30 followed by a speaker at 6:00 pm. $5 per person.
Information: Nancy Wanless, 246-8219.
Lydia’s House Gathering Programs
February 20, 2012
All women are invited for soup at 5:30 pm followed by a Webinar at 6:00 pm featuring Beth Lewis, President and CEO of Augsburg Fortress. Called to Serve will recount her personal story of hearing God's call. From there, Beth will broaden this to talk about how each person can lead by example and provide ministry in their daily lives.
April 16, 2012
Guest Speaker - Pastor Scot Sorensen
SAVE THE DATE for
Bethel's Annual Women's Retreat
May 4, 5 and 6, 2012 at Bethel Horizons
Normajean Strommen will be the featured speaker for the retreat. She is a gifted woman that has worked in grief, prayer, spirituality and meditation. The two-night retreat will close with a Sunday morning worship service. There will be games on Friday and "Breakfast with the Birds" on Saturday morning. The retreat will be similar to ones in the past with the addition of another night.
South Central Wisconsin Synodical Women's Organization
Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
SCSW - Women of the ELCA Quarterly Newsletter, The Trumpeter | Link
Women of the ELCA | Link
Mission Statement
To mobilize women to act boldly on their faith in Jesus Christ.
Purpose Statement
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.
Created in the image of God: A Community of Women
Created in the Image of God: A Community of Women showcases Women of the ELCA groups across the country living out the mission of our organization and participating in our activities and ministries.
Click to view | Video
Lutheran World Relief | Link
LWR Fair Trade Coffee Project | Link
The LWR Fair Trade Coffee Project ensures that more of the money you spend on coffee reaches the farmers who actually grow it. Fair trade coffee is a simple solution that means the difference—quite literally—between surviving and not surviving for small-scale coffee farmers.
LWR Personal Care Health Kit | Link
People who must flee their homes quickly often do not have time to pack essential items. Personal Care kits can help refugees maintain personal hygiene while living in exile. Items may also contribute to a new start for those who can return home.
LWR Baby Care Kit | Link
In refugee camps, hospitals, and villages around the world, gifts of Baby Care Kits convey a warm welcome to newborns and their mothers.
Crochet Baby Hoodie Sweater | Link coming soon
Knit Baby Cardigan With Hood | Link coming soon
Crochet & Knit Baby Basic Hat | Link coming soon
Jean's Easy Knit Classic Crew Neck Cardigan Sweater-Size 2 | Link
Cadenza Cross-Over Baby Cardigan Sweater | Link
Easy No-Seams Double Crochet Baby Sweater | Link
Yoked Quick Easy Baby Sweater Pattern for LWR Layette Kits | Link
LWR School Kits | Link
A school kit may provide the only supplies for children returning to school after the disruption of war. School kits help parents continue their children's education, even while living in a refugee camp, for example. A school kit may also be used in adult literacy classes.
