The Upper Susquehanna Women's Organization (USSWO) of the Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) is comprised of 65 congregational/intercongregational units affiliated with Women of the ELCA and located within the territory of the Upper Susquehanna Synod.

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

OUR PURPOSE:
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.

MISSION AREAS:
The Women of the ELCA carries out its purpose statement through three mission areas.

	Mission:Growth To provide a variety of learning experiences which strengthen each woman as a whole person, develop her potential and equip her for ministry.
	Mission:Community To enable each woman to value herself and others as created in God's image and redeemed through Christ; and to build up and celebrate relationships which are global, diverse, and interdependent.
	Mission:Action To enable women to articulate and act upon their faith as disciples of Christ in all areas of life.

 

Women of the ELCA Women of the ELCA is the women's organization of the ELCA. As a partner in the total ministry of the church, the organization affirms, supports and challenges women in their daily ministries at home and around the world.

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