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.
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NEIA Women of the ELCA
A place for Women of the ELCA,
especially in the Northeastern Iowa
Synod, to share their stories.
SWO Annual Gathering
JUNE 15, 2024
Mark your calendars for the 36th annual Synodical Women’s Gathering set for Saturday, June 15, 2024, at Redeemer Lutheran, Waverly, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. An option to attend by Zoom is also available.
This year’s theme will focus on “Rejoice and Renew,” based on Philippians 4:4 — ‘Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice!”
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Registration and nomination forms can be downloaded below under “Forms & Resources.” Application forms for scholarships are also available.
Gatherings & Ingatherings
April 13, 2024
Cluster G Gathering, Our Savior’s, Mason City
April 27, 2024
Cluster B Gathering, St. John, Luana
May 1, 2024
LWR Ingathering, Decorah
Upcoming Events & Meetings
SWO Board Meeting
May 4 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pmSWO Board Meeting
June 14 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pmSWO Annual Gathering
June 15 @ 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
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Forms & Resources
Registration Form for the 2024 SWO Gathering 136 KB 926 downloads
Register for the SWO Gathering set for June 15, 2024, in Waverly …2024 SWO Gathering Poster 126 KB 747 downloads
Download the poster for the SWO Gathering set for June 15, 2024, in Waverly …2024 SWO Gathering Scholarship Application 68 KB 752 downloads
Apply by May 15, 2024, for scholarship funds to attend the 2024 SWO Gathering in…Nomination Form for SWO Officers & Board Members 118 KB 751 downloads
Submit by May 15, 2024, to nominate people to serve as SWO officers and board members …Education Scholarship Application 66 KB 713 downloads
Apply by May 15, 2024, for an education scholarship awarded by the SWO …Human Trafficking Resources
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An organization fighting to eradicate modern day slavery …Ralpha House 0.00 KB 1733 downloads
Organization that provides aftercare for survivors of human trafficking …Iowa Network Against Human Trafficking and Slavery 0.00 KB 1525 downloads
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