NW MN Synodical Women's Organization

What is SWO?

The Northwestern Minnesota Synodical Women’s Organization is part of the 8,596 active congregational units that are the heart of Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (WELCA).

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About WELCA

WELCA carries out its partnership with this church through three mission areas-Growth, Community, and Action-providing for leadership development, growth in faith and witness, support of one another in community, and service and development projects and programs, locally and globally.

Our Mission

To mobilize women to act boldly on their faith in Jesus Christ.

NW MN SWO Calendar

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May 2026
Conference 4 Spring Gathering

May 2 @ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Calvary Lutheran Park Rapids, MN, United States

A former Miss America will speak about her faith during her reign 9am Registration 9:30am Program and business meeting Lunch to follow More Information & Registration
July 2026
Women of the ELCA Triennial Gathering

July 16 @ 8:00 AM - July 19 @ 5:00 PM

Iowa Event Center Des Moines Convention Center, Des Moines, IA, United States

The Women of the ELCA Triennial Gathering takes place every three years and gathers 1500-3000 women leaders, participants, and newcomers for four days of worship, inspiring speakers, workshops, service projects,…