WELCA

“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.”   

Claiming the purpose statement at each meeting. we try to live by this declaration and show it in our actions and in the projects that we try to complete for our church and community. Every woman at Sardis is a member of the Sardis Women of the ELCA, and we certainly appreciate the assistance ALL ladies in our congregation give for the projects that are planned. THANK YOU for helping continue to serve our church and community. Here are the activities from 2025:

Planned and presented Bold Women’s Sunday in February with Ashure Ministries Executive Director Kristal Manning as Speaker.

Collected food for ECCCM and our Blessings Box in conjunction with the Lenten Season.

Nena, Sylvia, and Robin attended the Catawba Conference Spring Gathering at Mt. Olive Lutheran.

Hosted the Daughters of God Banquet where women brought salads and the Lutheran Men served sundaes for dessert. Susan Jones led everyone to create a decoration for Trinity Ridge residents. 

Planned and served a Continental Breakfast for the Men on Father’s Day,

Sylvia served as delegate to the Annual Gathering of the NC Women of the ELCA at LRU June 20-22. Robin was elected to another 2-year term as Vice-President for the NC Board, while Nena continues her 2-year term as Treasurer.

Planned and served a meal for the Foard Football Team before their September 5 game.

Hosted the Catawba Conference of the NC Women of the ELCA for their fall gathering with Rev. Judy Drysdale leading the Bible Study.

Honored the Sardis Seniors at a Sunday luncheon with assistance from the youth as servers and waiters.

Celebrated the confirmands with a reception on Reformation Sunday, October 26.

Sponsored a canned food Christmas tree drive to supplement our Blessing Box.

Decorated our Christmas Tree with Chrismons with congregational help.

Offered poinsettias for sale to decorate the church and raise money ($148) for the Youth’s Christmas Project.

Planned and served refreshments after the Christmas Play.

Continued serving sandwich trays and fixings to our bereaved families.

Provided meals to shut-ins with the first and third Saturday Meal Delivery.

Again, we appreciate the support we get from all members of our Congregation. We couldn’t accomplish our projects without you. Come join us at a business and planning meeting on the first Sunday of alternating months, beginning in January. We would love to have you!    Respectfully submitted, Nena Babb, President