The year 2020 was a challenge! When I need to get through a challenging day or situation, I must begin with God’s Word. My Bible is on my smartphone, so it is accessible any time, day or night.  

One of my favorite helpful apps is the LWML app. Each day I am in God’s Word through the LWML daily devotions, and inspiring podcasts. Enriching Bible studies from the Lutheran Woman’s Quarterly such as “Held by His Word in Uncertain Times,” can also be found there.

As an LWML District President, I encourage women to download this app and use it daily to give them and others hope and comfort. So shall my word be that goes out from my mouth; it shall not return to me empty, but it shall accomplish that which I purpose, and shall succeed in the thing for which I sent it.  (Isaiah 55:11)

Download the app today. You will be held by God’s Word which never returns empty, but accomplishes all according to His plan, even during challenging times.

Serving joyfully,

Becky Haltaufderheid, President
LWML North Wisconsin District

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Advent, the season of preparation and anticipation of the celebration of the birth of Jesus, has begun. As we shop, bake, and decorate, we need to remember that the greatest gift we have ever received came without our worldly preparations. Indeed, our heavenly Father has lavished on us the most wonderful gift imaginable—Jesus—all by His grace. 

LWML offers a unique way to share the Good News of this gift. A wonderful assortment of Christmas notecards and bookmarks are available on www.lwml.org. These can be colored and shared with friends and family this season. They can also be used as gift tags, placemats, and Christmas tree ornaments. 

Thanks be to God for his inexpressible gift! (2 Corinthians 9:15).

Kathleen Brandt, President
LWML Minnesota North District
2020–2024

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give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you (1 Thessalonians 5:18). 

In times like these it is especially important to take time to count the blessings that we have and to give praise and thanks to our generous God. 

The month of Thanksgiving is a great reminder to be thankful.

How can we share God’s generous love and give thanks and encouragement to our LWML sisters and other special women in our lives?

If you are not meeting in person, you can nurture God’s Word in others by using LWML resources to send encouraging Mustard Seeds, the Quarterly, Bible studies, and cards. You can invite women in your congregation to help with projects and events and include them in Bible study, whether in person or electronically. You can encourage the women in your life to recognize, use, and be thankful for their God-given talents.

Heavenly Father, thank you for giving us new ways of caring and sharing with one another during this unique time. Help us to continue to share Your Word and be thankful in all circumstances. Amen. 

Marilee Ryan, President
Washington-Alaska District
2018–2022

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Everyone can use extra kindness and encouragement during this season of COVID-19. Sharing that God is in control and is an ever-ready source of comfort and guidance is the best way we can encourage one another. 

As a district president, I encourage our women to be in Bible study and prayer. Prayer requests are shared so that we can pray together for infants, people who are ill, survivors of people who have passed, people who are in our district, plus friends and neighbors near and far. LWML kindness is shown when our women follow up with cards, phone calls, or meals.

Another way of showing kindness is by providing for physical needs of those in our communities. In our church, we have a food drive once a month for a local food pantry. At the drop off site at church, we provide Portals of Prayer and the Lutheran Woman’s Quarterly for donors to read and pass along to others. It is my prayer that you find a way to share God’s comfort during this time.

Susan Bell, President
LWML Eastern District
2018–2022

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Connected. What thoughts come to mind when you hear this word?

Each Christian’s connection with their Lord is established in Holy Baptism when the Spirit generates faith in Jesus and we are made God’s own children. The Spirit helps us stay connected to Christ through Word and Sacraments. 

We also become connected to the family of believers, who support and uphold us. We crave the love of our fellow sisters and brothers in Christ, especially during forced separations. That can be a challenge in a world of sickness, anxiety, uncertainty, and apprehension. 

How can we connect, even from a distance?

• Stay connected to God by being in His Word daily.
• Share a Bible passage of encouragement and give an LWML sister a “virtual hug” and your love in Christ by phone, email, text, or mailing a card.
• Glean ways to stay in God’s Word, to serve others, and to support the work of the LWML. Connect with the LWML website, www.lwml.org.
• Pray without ceasing for your sisters in Christ.

God is love, and whoever abides in love abides in God, and God abides in him (1 John 4:16b).

Shari Miller, President
LWML Montana District
2016–2020

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Have you heard about the LWML resource, “Women in Mission University”? Neither had I, until I discovered it at lwml.org. In addition to Bible studies, devotions, and planning ideas, there are suggestions on how to promote and educate women in your congregation about the many facets of the LWML, including some non-traditional ideas that might broaden your base of participation.  

There’s an article, “Connecting in Our Technological World,” which reflects the importance of coming together face-to-face. Due to the coronavirus pandemic we are all missing that personal contact.  For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them (Matthew 18:20). So, for now using technology is a safe way to stay connected.  But, just imagine how great those LWML hugs are going to be!

Remember, you don’t need to reinvent the wheel. Let’s use the tools the LWML has made available to us. I encourage you to spend some time visiting the website. You will be amazed by what you discover!

Darlene Keca, President
LWML English District
2018-2022

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The very first LWML Presidents Assembly has just adjourned! What an historic and productive meeting!

During discussions, the district presidents talked about terminology. One of the phrases discussed was “zone rally.” Many feel it is an outdated term; I among them. That is, I was among them until attending the LWML Florida-Georgia District’s Atlanta Zone Rally recently.

The pastor talked about the verb “rally,” sharing that he had actually looked up the definition. Listening to him talk fired-up my enthusiasm for rallying with LWMLers! Perhaps if we come together as zones in the true meaning of “rally,” many will be encouraged, engaged and energized! Especially if we consider these definitions: “to bring together for a common purpose; to revive; to come in order to help.”

That’s LWML, is it not? Coming together to assist our women to minister to others wherever they are? It is my sincere prayer that as we gather for a common purpose, we will help others, so all will be revived in joy, rejoicing in the Lord always!

Dear Lord, guide the women of the LWML as we gather for the common purpose of LWML — serving You with gladness. In Christ’s name. Amen.

Trish Aamoth
LWML Florida-Georgia District President
2016–2020

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