WELCA of St Mark's
Purpose Statement: 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.
Future events:
For 50 years, in a partnership of service, the Women of St Mark's have supported various agencies and services for the needy in our community and church wide. The list changes regularly as we learn of new needs. This year we have chosen to support the following:
Veterans Home of California / Chula Vista - Provides care to veterans.
Project Hand - Provides food for the needy.
Peace Center for the Blind, Jerusalem - Assists the blind in Jerusalem.
Lutheran World Relief - Engages in international relief.
Lutheran Social Services - Provides support for the most vulnerable
Lutheran Braille Workers Inc. - Provides Braille and large print materials to the blind and vision impaired.
Lutheran Border Concerns Ministry - Across our border, assists the needy.
Christie's Place - Haven for women/families with HIV/AIDS.
Caring Neighbor - Problem solves for the elderly.
Winner's Circle Equestrian Therapy - Provides therapeutic riding for children and adults diagnosed with mental, physical or emotional disabilities.
Home of Guiding Hands Foundation - Assists the disabled.
Navajo Evangelical Lutheran Mission - Assists the Navajo people.
Quilt Ministry - Sends quilts world wide where needed.
Prayer Quilt Ministry - A gift of a quilt, provides prayers of comfort.