"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."
—SOV WELCA Mission Statement
"Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church is moving forward in faith — gathering, empowering and sending persons into an ever-changing world as disciples of the living Christ."
—SOV Mission Statement
2006 WELCA Schedule of Events
March 18, 2006
Cluster Meeting
Gathering of Lutheran Women in Treasure Valley @ Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Boise.
April 8, 2006
Luncheon
10:30 am — 12:30 pm; All Ages Invited
Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall
July 14-16, 2006
Women's Summer Retreat
Luther Heights
Sundays in August
WELCA Outreach
10:00 am — 11:00 am; SOV Women's Circles hosting
Cookies & Coffee on the Patio
October 6-8, 2006
Synodical Women's Organization Biennial Convention
Gathering of Lutheran Women from Eastern Washington & Idaho @ King of Glory Lutheran Church in Boise
November 11, 2006
Bazaar
9:00 am — 2:00 pm
LEFSE, Crafts, Homemade Pastries & Preserves and book sale @ Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church
This year is our 21st anniversary!!!
December 3, 2006
Advent Tea
2:00 pm — 3:30 pm; All Ages Invited
Santa Lucia Story; also includes devotions, fellowship and singing of carols.
BAZAAR Annual Event
Women of the ELCA at Shepherd of the Valley sponsor the annual church bazaar well known for its LEFSE and variety of Scandinavian baked goods. The fundraiser is held each year on the second Saturday in November and the congregation rallies to prepare Lefse prior to this event. The bazaar also features crafts, homemade breads, candy, pies and raffle prizes along with a collection of "gently used books" for sale. A hot lunch is served along with pie and coffee. Everyone from the congregation is encouraged to share their gifts of crafts, canned items and baking to make the bazaar a success!
The proceeds from the bazaar are used to support ministries within Shepherd of the Valley, local community missions/projects and global mission work.
Contact Cindi Michalski, Bazaar Chair for any questions.
Quilters' News
Quilter's meet every Wednesday at 9:00 am at the church to prepare quilts. Many hands are welcome to aid in this worthwhile project and no experience is necessary. Quilts are distributed through Lutheran World Relief providing warmth and comfort to those in need. We thank all those in our congregation and Thrivent Financial who bring materials and give money to buy materials, batting, etc. Quilts are delivered to Portland, OR to begin their worldwide journey.
Contact Carol Suring for any questions.