Tuesday, August 3, 2021
Corpus Christi, Texas
WNALC welcomes every church in the NALC to send a delegate to our Annual Gathering. Each delegate’s role is to represent her church as we celebrate our love for the Triune God and address the matters of the women of the church. Every church in the NALC is encouraged to send one voting delegate to the gathering. There is no limit to the amount participants of participants a congregation may send, however, only one may act as the delegate. Women may also attend as an individual even if they are not there to represent a congregation.
Worship
Join in prayer & song, plus rousing speakers to feed your soul.
Fellowship
Long-lasting friendships made with fellow Lutheran women of faith.
Meal Provided
Three choices for a plated meal… plus delectable desserts!
Annual Meeting
We voted on council, missions, budget & all that jazz.
Registrants
Women who were the only attendee from their congregation registered as a delegate. Any attendees who were not delegates attended as visitors.
Our Honorable Guest
The Rev. Amy Carpenter
Bishop's Address
Bishop Dan Selbo
The Bishop carries out a pastoral ministry within the church, serving as pastor for the pastors and congregations of the NALC. The Bishop preaches the Gospel, forgives sins, administers the Sacraments and judges doctrine (Augsburg Confession XXVIII). The Bishop carries out a ministry of visitation throughout the church, is a defender of the faith, and promotes the mission of the church.
He came to our gathering, spoke to us about the NALC’s vision, prayed with us & installed the new council. Thank you Bishop Dan!
The Rev. Dawn Rister
Reverend Dawn Rister blessed us with a rousing (short) sermon & a beautiful communion. Thank you Pastor Dawn!
Mission Banks
2021-2022
The delegates of the 2021 WNALC Annual Gathering voted to renew our Mission dedications for the next year: the NALC Disaster Response (National) & The Great Commission Society (International).
When Disaster Strikes: How NALC Congregations Can Help
What should NALC pastors or congregation leaders do when a natural disaster, such as flooding, tornadoes, and fires, strikes in their community or in an area where the congregation is able to or desires to provide assistance?
Since the NALC is a small church with widespread congregations, it is important that you contact us as quickly as possible when a disaster occurs in your area.
First and foremost, if the disaster is close by, make sure you are safe.
Next, contact NALC Disaster Response Coordinator, Mary Bates as quickly as possible so the prayer power of the NALC can be unleashed. Be sure to also contact your Mission District to see if your local NALC Disaster Response Team can provide assistance.
NALC Disaster Response has resources and capabilities to assist in early response and longer term recovery. We can open the gates to material resources, networking, counseling, training, and volunteers.
Remember, the key is early communication! The sooner we learn of a disaster in your area, the more quickly NALC Disaster Response can respond to the needs of your community.
The purpose of the Great Commission Society of the NALC is to mobilize disciples for the work of the Great Commission. Our mission is to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ to a world that is in desperate need of the Good News. We propose to do this by networking congregations and individuals who have a passion for the proclamation of the Gospel and a commitment to the calling of the Great Commission.
“And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” (Matthew 28:18-20 ESV)