Salem WELCA
SALEM WOMEN OF THE ELCA
I'M AN ORIGINAL CATCHPHRASE
Salem WELCA meets on the first Wednesday of every month. Our meetings consist of Bible Study using the Gather Magazine, followed by a business meeting and lunch. Occasionally we meet in someone's home, but normally it's at the church.
Upcoming WELCA Conventions
Fall 2026 Bible Study
Fall 2026: “Bold faith on an unexpected journey,” by the Rev. Tiffany Chaney. No videos available for this Bible Study.
Congratulations Elaine!
On Saturday, Sept 19, Elaine McGeary was presented with the Mary Magdalene Award at the NW MN Synodical Womens Organization annual convention in Crookston, MN. The MM Award is given to women who exemplify "Go and Tell" --those whose provide outstanding service to their church. Elaine received a rose and certificate. A donation was also made in her honor to Pathways. Nominated by the Salem WELCA, Elaine was one of 15 women from the NW MN region who were presented with the award.
Salem WELCA Schedule
Next meeting is November 4 at 6pm. .
October Meeting Notes
We donated to Lutheran Campus ministries and North Country Food Shelf. Set Nov 22 as date to honor new members and baptisms in the past year. Agreed to host the Cookie Sale on Dec. 4, Oklee Santa Day.
Salem Cookie Sale Dec 6, 2025
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Salem WELCA Officers
President: Alice Hofstad
V President: Ginny Stoneouse
Treasurer: Diane Kolstoe
Secretary: Elaine McGeary
Altar Committee: See altar Committee Schedule below
Food Committee Chair: Toni Johnson
December Meeting
Our December meeting is a special one. We have a program related to the Christmas message, a potluck, and a gift exchange.
Other Activities
Our WELCA group provides financial support to students attending Pathways Bible camps, a scholarship of graduating senior, ELCA Good Gifts program, North Country Food Bank, local food shelf, receptions for graduates & confirmants and much more.