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. ~ WELCA Mission and Purpose
What is WELCA?
It’s an easy way to say Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. WELCA embraces all kinds of ministries that support our mission of mobilizing women to act boldly on their faith in Jesus Christ. We are part of the national churchwide Women of the ELCA and also the Southeastern Women of the ELCA. At Trinity our activities include monthly circle meetings, our annual Women’s retreat, Oktoberfest Bake Sale, an annual Holiday Auction, annual Advent Dinner, support of Lutheran World Relief Quilt & Kits ministry, hosting a Lenten Dinner and Lessons & Carols Grace Café. We also send a delegate, plus others who want to attend, to the annual SES Women of the ELCA convention and the Triennial Gathering. Our 5 Circles have service projects that they support and offer the women of Trinity Bible Study and fellowship time. If you are a member of Trinity, or a friend of Trinity, you are already a member of WELCA, so come join us!
WELCA CIRCLE INFORMATION
Women of Trinity, if you are interested in an avenue for Bible Study and Fellowship, visit a circle of the Women of the ELCA. Trinity has several Circles, which meet on various days and times, giving you options from which to choose. You may contact the Circle Leader or a current member for more details, or just plan to drop in at the meeting of your choice.
Esther Circle – 2nd Tuesday of the month at 12:15pm (after yoga) – Meets in the Parlor
Co-Leaders – Anne Beck 770-972-6995
Joan Craig 770-378-5497
Bible Study: DVD study on Paul
Service Projects: TLC Community Schools, Lutheran World Relief fleece-tied blankets
Rachel Circle – 3rd Monday of the month at 1:00 pm – Meets in the Parlor
Co-Leaders – Carol Thompson 770-979-9388
Elane Lukasiewicz 770-680-5716
Bible Study: DVD study- “Twelve More Women of the Bible”
Service Projects: Lutheran World Relief Personal Care Kits and School Kits. Backpack Buddies
Rebecca Circle – 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7 pm – Meets in the Parlor or occasionally in someone’s home
Co-Leaders – Janice Hawkins 770-972-7924
Lawana Pupp 770-714-5153
Bible Study: DVD series “Believing Jesus –A Study of Acts” by Lisa Harper
Service Projects: Lutheran Campus Ministry dinners, LWR Personal Care Kits.
Lydia Circle – 2nd Sunday of the month at 12:15 pm – Meets in the Parlor
Co-Leaders - Viva Boyett 404-987-5141
Erika McElveen 678-480-2363
Bible Study: DVD series on Prayer.
Service Projects: Lilburn Co-Op Hygiene Kits, Fleece-tied blankets for Lutheran World Relief
Miriam Circle – 4th Sunday of the month at 7pm in the Parlor
Co-Leaders – Christine Pearson 678-446-9410
Laura McHan 404-993-6331
Bible Study: “Love Everybody Always" by Bob Goff
Service Project: Working with Trinity’s Refugee Welcome Team, particularly with regard to the young children in the new family.
