Lutheran Women's Missionary League

Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge Being And they realized they had been with Jesus. “For we cannot but speak the things which we have seen and heard.” Acts 4:13b, 20 (NKJV) Convention Goal Statement with Empowered by being with Jesus, I courageously speak of Him and live a life transformed by His love. Jesus Convention Objectives Convention attendees will: • Praise the Triune God Living • Encounter Him in His Word on • Live boldly as His children the Edge

Lutheran Women’s Missionary League P.O. Box 411993 St. Louis, MO 63141-1993 Phone: 1-800-252-5965 Lutheran Women’s Missionary League e-mail: [email protected] th www.lwml.org 34 Biennial Convention June 23-26, 2011 • Peoria, Illinois convention statistical highlights Wednesday, June 22, 2011 Saturday, June 25, 2011 report 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Registration 6:30 a.m.------Mission Pledge Walk/Exercise 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.------Camp BWJ Child Care/Youth Thursday, June 23, 2011 Districts (40) Number Number Number Estimated District Total Mite Goal 7a.m. – 7p.m.------Registration Activities of Zones of Units of Societies Membership Events Adopted 2010-2012 9 – 11a.m.------Servant Activities 8 – 9:30 a.m.------Exhibits Open 11a.m. – 1p.m.------Servant Activities 9:15 a.m.------Singing Atlantic 7 70 74 900 60 $75,000 1 – 3p.m.------Servant Activities 9:30 a.m.------Fifth Meeting; California-Nevada-Hawaii 19 122 122 1,545 71 $249,920 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.------Blood Donations Procession: Past LWML Presidents Carolinas 7 72 93 1,345 33 $65,000 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.------Exhibits Open Mission Flag Procession Central Illinois 12 134 146 2,264 9 $152,000 At a Glance 12:30 – 2:30 p.m.------Choir Rehearsal Bible study: Dr. Reed Lessing Chesapeake 10 110 117 2,075 42 $125,000 Report of the President: Janice M. Wendorf Eastern 9 92 92 1,250 60 $124,866 This Convention 3 – 4 p.m.------Delegate Orientation Highlights page is here 4 – 6 p.m.------District Caucuses/ Convention Offering #3 English 8 58 58 1,012 38 $62,000 to help you know at a District Photos Greetings: LCMS President Rev. Matthew Harrison Florida-Georgia 22 135 142 6,511 91 $163,000 glance where and when 6:45 p.m.------Pre-Service Music Report of the Nominating Committee Gulf States 6 57 59 963 23 $54,000 convention events are 7 p.m.------First Meeting Introduction of Candidates Indiana 21 230 230 7,411 91 $106,800 taking place. Please 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.------Exhibits Open Iowa East 12 97 108 2,349 52 $185,540 refer to the Convention Worship Service with Communion 12 Noon ------Special Interest Luncheons Iowa West 20 157 178 4,558 170 $153,416 Program on pages 10-15 Proclaimer: Dr. Ken Klaus; for more detailed de- Convention Offering #1: 2011-2013 LWML Mission Goal 2 p.m.------Singing Kansas 13 140 147 3,131 103 $135,000 scriptions of convention 2:15 p.m.------Sixth Meeting Louisiana-Mississippi 5 50 50 548 36 $55,000 meetings and activities Friday, June 24, 2011 Mission Address: Dr. David Birner Michigan 31 337 345 6,500 132 $230,000 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.------Camp BWJ (Being With Jesus); Missionary Guests: Andrea Herman, Rev. Todd Roeske Mid-South 10 100 100 1690 64 $157,000 Child Care/Youth Activities Balloting for Officers Minnesota North 17 155 162 3,194 100 $168,750 8 a.m.------Singing Installation of Nominating Committee Minnesota South 24 185 193 4,195 120 $240,000 8:15 a.m. ------Second Meeting; Invitation to Pittsburgh 2013 Missouri 21 240 270 5,381 70 $335,000 Banner Procession: District Presidents and YWRs Recognition of Executive Committee, Special Appointed Montana 6 51 55 850 30 $51,000 Bible study: Dr. Reed Lessing Personnel and LWML Committees, YWRs, Heart to Heart Nebraska North 10 92 104 1,689 29 $81,500 Convention Business Sisters Participants Nebraska South 12 128 130 2,900 26 $140,000 Financial Reports 7:30 p.m.------Seventh Meeting New England 5 52 52 360 32 $53,075 Adoption of Mission Goal 2011-2013 Entertainment: Sibling Harmony New Jersey 5 32 50 500 15 $20,000 Mites in Action Speakers: Dr. Paul and Becky Shaw North Dakota 6 73 75 1,600 25 $67,000 Lunch break Sunday, June 26, 2011 8:45 a.m.------Singing North Wisconsin 19 196 211 3,566 82 $92,500 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.------Exhibits Open Northern Illinois 28 214 216 5,000 119 $194,000 12 Noon------Info Gatherings 9 a.m.------Eighth Meeting Mites in Action Speaker: Mr. Paul Miller Ohio 13 161 161 3,482 74 $210,000 2 p.m.------Singing Oklahoma 8 73 77 1,352 41 $88,000 2:15 p.m.------Third Meeting Recognition of Peoria Host District Installation of Officers Oregon 9 93 94 900 200 $84,000 Keynote Address: Deb Burma Pacific Southwest 28 248 212 4,732 209 $323,150 Mission Grants Presentation Worship Service Proclaimer: Dr. Joe Meyer Rocky Mountain 11 103 103 1,858 76 $160,000 Balloting SELC 3 24 24 360 12 $18,000 Mites in Action Speaker: Rev. Jeff Johnson Gifts from the Heart Dedication Convention Offering #4 South Dakota 10 103 106 2292 46 $104,438 Convention Offering #2 South Wisconsin 21 170 175 2,245 117 $200,000 Dinner 11:30 a.m.------Adjournment Highlights Southern Illinois 7 74 84 1,702 46 $58,000 5 – 7 p.m.------Exhibits Open Texas 30 226 256 3,922 158 $328,280 7:30 p.m. ------Fourth Meeting Utah-Idaho 4 43 43 536 23 $21,000 Inspirational evening with Katie Stam, Washington-Alaska 11 96 102 1,241 66 $163,000 Miss America 2009 Wyoming 6 51 52 810 33 $76,150

Totals 526 4,844 5,068 98,719 2,824 $5,370,385

Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois Welcome to Peoria! We are thrilled to welcome you to the 34th Biennial Lutheran Women’s Missionary League (LWML) Convention. You are in for an exciting time as you experience the program planned and prepared by the 2011 LWML Conven- tion Programming Committee and hosted by the members of the 2011 Convention Host Committee from LWML Central Illinois District. It is our prayer that you will grow through the inspirational worship, singing, uplifting Bible study sessions, motivational mission speakers, opportunities to meet new people, and renew friendships and fellowship at meal times. Take the time to explore mission opportunities presented by the many informational exhibits and numerous other convention “extras” in this Midwest city by the river. We are sure you will enjoy this convention as we experience Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge. This convention manual provides most of the details you will need for your convention experience and will serve as a concise summary of the 2009-2011 biennium. Some have called this manual our LWML yearbook—you may want to save it for future reference. You will find other valuable items in your convention tote bag, including the first issue of the convention daily newspaper, Peoria Playbill, the convention space locator, and many items to review regarding LWML resources and products. Be sure to visit the exhibits where you will find many other informational resources. Need help or have a question?  The LWML Information Booth has two locations – one in the registration area in the Terrazzo Lobby and the other one above the escalator on the fourth level. They are staffed to answer any questions that you may have.  The Message Center will be nearby in the Great Hall, street level for you to post a note to contact someone. Again, welcome! We are glad you are here. The members of the LWML Convention Programming Committee and 2011 Convention Host Committee

Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois 1 contents Being Convention Highlights Inside Front Cover Reports of Standing Committees Welcome 1 Christian Life Committee 66 Convention Information 3 Christian Resources Editors 67 Convention Personalities 5 Information Technology Committee 68 Convention Rules 9 Official Publication Staff 69 with Program 10 Gospel Outreach Committee 70 Bible Study Day One 16 Mission Grants Committee 71 Bible Study Day Two 17 Human Care Committee 72 Jesus Proposed Bylaws Amendments 18 Leader Development Committee 73 Candidates for Office 23 Structure Committee 74 Candidate Voting Tally 31 Teams, Special Committees and Task Forces The Story of Mission Grants 32 Living Graphics Team 75 Proposed Mission Grants 33 Marketing Team 76 Mission Grant Resolutions 35 Friends Into Serving Him® (Teen LWML) 77 Grant Selection Tally 44 Heart to Heart Sisters Task Force 78 Progress Report on Mission Grants 45 on Mission-Ministry Vision Task Force 79 Word of Thanks 46 Mission-Ministry Vision Consultants 80 Reports of Elected Officers Mustard Seeds Task Force 81 President 47 Young Woman Representatives Task Force 82 Vice President of Christian Life 51 Convention Site Committee 83 the Vice President of Communication 52 Gift Planning Counselor 84 Vice President of Gospel Outreach 53 Endowment Committee 85 Vice President of Human Care 54 Nominating Committee 86 Edge Vice President of Servant Resources 55 Convention Host Committee 87 Recording Secretary 56 Executive Committee 88 Treasurer 57 District Presidents 89 Senior Counselor 58 New Member Societies 90 Junior Counselor 58 Presidents of the LWML 91 Reports of Appointed Officers LWML by Districts in Convention 92 Meeting Manager 59 Songs 93 Planner 60 Acknowledgments 99 Public Relations Director 61 Statistical Reports Inside Back Cover Business Administrator 62 Convention Logo, Back Cover Goal Statement, Reports of Special Appointed Personnel Objectives and LWML Archivist-Historian 63 Mission Statement Contracts Administrator 63 Convention Manager 64 Parliamentarian 65

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Announcements Only announcements of an emergency nature Exhibits and Displays (The Showcase) will be made during meetings. Other an- A variety of exhibits, including many nouncements may be posted in the message hands-on activities, are located in Exhibit center. The message center is located in the Hall D of the Peoria Civic Center. In- Great Hall on the street level, south side of cluded are displays sponsored by LWML Peoria Civic Center. committees featuring new LWML products and programs, as well as the banners Blood Donations from each district. The banners will be Donations are available by pre-registration only. displayed after the morning session on Information Desk If you are scheduled to be a blood donor, please Friday until 2 p.m. Saturday. Two locations in the go to Exhibit Hall A of the Peoria Civic Center Peoria Civic Center, one at the time of your donation on Thursday. The Showcase Exhibit Hall will be open as follows: in the Registration Area Child Care in the Terrazzo Lobby, Child Care and Youth Activities (Camp Thursday, June 23, 2011 the other on the fourth BWJ), available by pre-registration only, are 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. level above the escalator. located in Rooms 200, 201, 202, 203 of the The Message Center is Friday, June 24, 2011 Peoria Civic Center. available to post and 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. check messages in the Convention Charms and Tie Tac Pins 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Great Hall, street level. If you pre-ordered these on your convention Saturday, June 25, 2011 registration form, you may pick them up at the 8 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. table in the Registration Area located in the 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Terrazzo Lobby of the Peoria Civic Center. Convention Polo Shirts Identification You may purchase a convention logo shirt Your badge is your admission to all meetings (if supplies are available) at the table in the and all convention events. Please complete the Registration Area in the Terrazzo Lobby of the reverse side of your convention badge with Peoria Civic Center. your appropriate medical information. Delegates Information Desk All voting delegates must sign in at the del- Two locations in the Peoria Civic Center, one egate desk in the Registration Area. in the Registration Area in the Terrazzo Lobby, Emergencies the other on the fourth level above the escala- Contact an usher or hostess in case of accident tor. A message center is available to post and or illness while at the Peoria Civic Center. The check messages in the Great Hall, street level. first aid room, located just off the Great Hall Lost and Found & Wheelchairs on the street level, south side of Peoria Civic Lost and Found and wheelchair rental (with Center, will be open during the hours of con- prior arrangements) are located in Guaranteed vention meetings and activities. Ticket Offices, one located in the Great Hall and Gifts from the Heart Items the other located in the Triangle Lobby, street These may be brought to the collection and level of the Peoria Civic Center. packing area in Room 136 in the Terrazzo LWML Store Lobby when you register. Please bring all items The LWML Store is located in The Showcase by noon Friday, June 24, so they can be distrib- Exhibit Hall D. uted to local agencies.

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Meals For those who purchased catered meals, Registration Thursday box supper will be available to enjoy Confirmation of registration and general in the district caucus rooms. Friday box salad information has been mailed. Release forms lunch can be enjoyed at one of the various Info should have been completed and sent to Gatherings. Saturday special luncheons can Registrar prior to convention or must be be enjoyed in various locations in the Peoria completed on site at Registration. Badges Civic Center. Friday and Saturday dinner will and convention materials will be picked up be served in Exhibit Halls B and C, located off at the Registration Area located in Terrazzo the Skylight and Terrazzo Lobbies, street level, Lobby, street level, Peoria Civic Center. north side of the Peoria Civic Center. Conces- sions will be open beginning Wednesday in Registration will be open as follows: the Peoria Civic Center. Wednesday, June 22, 2011 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Mission Pledge Walk and Exercise The Mission in Motion Walk will begin at 6:30 Thursday, June 23, 2011 a.m. on Saturday, June 25, from the Peoria Civic 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. Center to the RiverFront. Gather on the east side Friday, June 24, 2011 of Peoria Civic Center to begin. Plan to begin 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. your walk prior to 7:30 a.m. The Mission in Mo- tion Exercise will begin at the Peoria Civic Cen- Saturday, June 25, 2011 ter, Exhibit Hall A, at 7 a.m. Saturday, June 25. 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Check in at the table in the Registration Area of the Peoria Civic Center to pick up your shirt and leave your pledge sheet and donations after Servant Activities you have registered for the convention. Servant Connections are on Thursday, June Peoria Convention DVD 23, in Exhibit Hall A of the Peoria Civic Center. All full registrants will receive a DVD mailed to Session times are 9 – 11 a.m., 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., their home address following the convention. It and 1 – 3 p.m. These activities are available by will contain convention highlights and the mis- pre-registration only. Please report and receive sion grant program for the 2011-2013 biennium. your memento at the check-in table marked There is no charge for it. Additional copies may Servant Connections in the Registration Area of be ordered for $7 through the LWML Store. the Peoria Civic Center. Prayer Chapel (Being with Jesus) Transportation A room for those who wish to have some quiet Hotel shuttles, which required the purchase of moments of prayer will be open at all times, ex- a pass on the convention registration form, will cept during worship services and evening pro- arrive and depart from the Jefferson Avenue grams. It is located in Room 134 in the Skylight entrance to the Peoria Civic Center. For infor- Lobby, street level, Peoria Civic Center. Pastors mation, routes, and schedules check with the are available for comfort and/or consultation as hotel hostess or at either of the Information needed. Speak to an usher or go to the Prayer Desks located in the Registration Area or above Chapel if you wish to speak with a pastor. the escalator in the Peoria Civic Center. District charter buses serving as convention shuttles Seating will arrive and depart from the Arena VIP Please follow the instructions of the ushers at entrance off Jefferson Avenue by the Great Hall all times. Special seating areas are designated of the Peoria Civic Center. for presenters and their families, special guests, physically and hearing impaired attendees.

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Worship Leader |Dr. Ken R. Klaus Dr. Ken R. Klaus, Speaker Emeritus of The Lutheran Hour®, is designer and proclaimer for the Thursday opening Communion Service. A parish pastor for 28 years in South Dakota, Minnesota, Illinois, and Texas, Pastor Klaus served as Lutheran Hour Ministries (LHM) International Pastoral Advisor and became The Lutheran Hour Speaker in 2002. Published works include Stories from The Lutheran Hour – A Changeless Christ in a Changing World, two prayer books for military personnel and their families, and daily devotions for LHM.

Worship Leader |Dr. Joe Meyer Dr. Joe Meyer, Senior Pastor of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Peoria, Illinois, is the proclaimer for the Sunday worship service. An LCMS pastor for 15 years, he has served congregations in Florida, Arizona, Oklahoma, and Illinois. Dr. Meyer has a passion for preaching and teaching, as well as training up strong disciples for Jesus through the power of God’s living and active Word.

Keynote Speaker |Deb Burma Deb Burma, noted speaker and author, will inspire and motivate convention attendees to live out the convention theme, Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge. An author of women’s Bible studies and devotions, many published by Concordia Publishing House, she has written several articles for theLutheran Woman’s Quarterly. Deb’s passion is sharing Christ’s love with women in a fun, creative, and engaging style, speaking to their hearts and challenging them in their everyday lives as Christians.

S ong Leader |Lana Gibbons Lana Gibbons started playing piano at the age of three and has enjoyed music all her life. As a teacher, Lana shared her love of music with her students. A gifted songwriter, with many of her songs published by Concordia Publishing House and Fellowship Ministries, Lana continues to write music and direct the music for community children’s musical theater. An enthusiastic “people person” with a heart and passion for music, worship, children, and ministry, she considers it an honor to play, sing, write His music, and share His joy!

Bil b e Study Leader |Dr. Reed Lessing Dr. Reed Lessing is an Associate Professor and Director of the Graduate School at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis. A noted author, he has written books, journal articles, sermon studies, and Bible studies. Dr. Lessing previously served as pastor of Christ the Servant Lutheran Church, West Monroe, Louisiana, and Trinity Lutheran Church, Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. He served the LCMS Oklahoma District as secretary, circuit counselor, and second vice-president.

Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois 5 convention personalities LWML Mites in Action Speaker |Rev. Jeff Johnson Rev. Jeff Johnson is Senior Pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Cleveland, Ohio. As Executive Director of Building Hope in the City, an independent urban mission organization, he is responsible for developing new mission opportunities, directing the organization’s missionaries, mentoring urban church workers and congregations, and developing new leaders for future work. Pastor Johnson planted five congregations in Colorado, Minnesota, Indiana, and Michigan. He was instrumental in planting churches in Cote d’Ivoire, West Africa, training and mentoring leaders during the Liberian civil war.

LWML Mites in Action Speaker |Paul Miller Paul Miller began his teaching career in Chicago Hope Lutheran School. He later served seven years as Principal of Zion Lutheran School in Staunton, Il- linois, where he was a volunteer participant of a district task force studying the feasibility of opening a Lutheran School in East St. Louis. Mr. Miller was called to be the first Principal of Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School where he continues to serve through the LCMS Southern Illinois District.

LWML Mites in Action SpeakerS |D r. Paul Shaw (Cheng-Hsien Hsiao) and Becky Shaw Dr. Paul Shaw (Cheng-Hsien Hsiao) and Becky Shaw are Pastor and Ministry Assistant at Light of Christ Lutheran Chinese Mission in Olivette, Missouri. Pastor Shaw served as pastor to Eternal Life Luther- an Church, Taiwan, and author for the China Lutheran Hour. Dr. Shaw also served as Dean of Counseling and teacher at a Christian university in Taiwan. Becky (Gimble) Shaw served the Lord as an Overseas Volunteer Youth Ministry, Hong Kong, and as director of the program in Taiwan. Becky has taught ESL for many years.

Missionary Speaker |Dr. David Birner Dr. David Birner has been the Associate Executive Director of the Internation- al Mission Team for LCMS World Relief since 2003. He joined the staff in St. Louis as Asia Area secretary in 1991. As secretary, he supervised the people and programs of LCMS World Mission throughout Asia. Dr. Birner has a personal goal to “serve with and on behalf of the World Mission leadership team to inspire, encourage, and work with Lutherans worldwide – through focused planning and action – to ignite a global Lutheran mission movement that will reach 100 million people with the Gospel by 2017, the 500th anniversary of the Reformation.” His responsibilities include the oversight and accountability of LCMS World Mis- sion regional directors and missionary teams deployed to international mission fields, as well as coordinating joint partner church mission strategies.

Missionary Speaker |Andrea Herman Andrea Herman serves the Lord and the LCMS as an evangelistic trainer to women in Guinea. Andrea first served in Guinea as the volunteer coordinator from 1999-2000 when she served as a long-term missionary through LCMS World Mission. It was during that time that God introduced her to the Manin- ka people, an unreached people group, among whom she now lives and works. Andrea completed a semester of French language training in Canada before arriving in Guinea where she began learning the local dialect. Andrea is currently working toward a master’s degree in Christian outreach from Concordia University, St. Paul, Minnesota.

6 Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois convention personalities Missionary Speaker |Rev. Todd Roeske Rev. Todd Roeske and his wife Kim are evangelistic missionaries and church planters serving in the Philippines since 1993. Preparing leaders to be God-dependent as they lead the Tagakaulo Lutheran Church of Christ in the Philippines, Todd provides continued training and encouragement. He also translates and edits a Tagakaulo language newsletter for the church. When not serving in the Philippines, Todd serves as a volunteer missionary with Alaska Mission for Christ in rural Alaska.

I nspirational Speaker |Katie Stam Katie Stam grew up in Seymour, Indiana, before becoming the first Miss America from that state in the pageant’s 88-year history. As Miss America 2009, she traveled over 250,000 miles, visited dozens of children’s hospitals, served as National Goodwill Ambassador for Children’s Miracle Network, and promoted her personal platform of community service and involvement across the country, working with numerous non-profit organizations and our military. She continues her work with organizations across the nation and is pursuing a career in broadcasting. lUNCHEON Speaker |Dr. Matthew C. Harrison Dr. Matthew C. Harrison, President of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, served as Executive Director of LCMS World Relief and Human Care prior to his election as president. Dr. Harrison also served as a parish pastor in Westgate, Iowa, and Fort Wayne, Indiana, and on the Board of Mission Service from 1998- 2001. He has authored several articles and books for Concordia Publishing House and most recently for Lutheran Legacy.

lUNCHEON Speaker |Dr. Kurt Senske Dr. Kurt Senske, a gifted speaker and author, is the Chief Executive Officer of Lutheran Social Services. Dr. Senske was Assistant to the President at Concordia University Texas, and practiced law in Chicago, Illinois. Currently serving as Chairman of the Board of Directors of Thrivent Financial, Dr. Senske also has served on the Board of Directors of the LCMS and chaired the LCMS Board of Human Care/World Relief.

lUNCHEON Speaker |Kristine Stout Kristine Stout is the handbell soloist of the traveling Joybell Theater, a ministry based in Nashville, Indiana. Kristine has been playing the piano since she was eight years old. Kristine’s handbell solos and digital keyboard orchestra- tions are her own creations, designed for and delivered with joy. As Kristine and her husband/business manager Kirt tour throughout the country, she delights audiences with her joy-filled performance.

Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois 7 convention personalities lUNCHEON Speaker |Phyllis Wallace Phyllis Wallace, the host of the Woman to Woman® radio talk show produced by Lutheran Hour Ministries, speaks nationwide on embracing stress, overcoming your past, and opening the gifts you have been given as she endorses the priceless value of humor to help in getting through life. Her awards include Governor’s Citation for Outstanding Service to Youth and Homemaker of the Year by Eagle Forum, State of Illinois, along with numerous broadcasting industry awards.

H umorous Interrupter |Heidi Floyd Heidi Floyd is the Development Ambassador for the Vera Bradley Foundation for Breast Cancer. Having lost her mother to breast cancer, she is honored to say her profession is that she is devoted to breast cancer research. Mrs. Floyd networks with survivors, professionals, corporations, and organizations with an interest in the cause. She is a member of the American Cancer Society’s Na- tional Grants Review Board and has won various nationwide awards. Heidi’s husband, Stuart, is the pastor at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Warsaw, Indi- ana. They have four children who keep them busy and happy all the time. E ntertainment |Sibling Harmony Sibling Harmony is Kim, Kurtis, and Kevin Bueltmann who perform creative and insightful original Christian songs for all ages. They use guitars, drums, vocal harmonies, and multi-media to engage and inspire audience members at their concerts geared for the whole family. Kim, their lead singer, has served as a Deaconess in Germany and Champaign, Illinois, and is currently serving as Campus Ministry Assistant at Concordia University Wisconsin. Kurtis, the comedian of the trio, plays drums standing up, and after years of directing Camp LuWi- SoMo in Wisconsin, is now a pastor in Belvidere, Illinois. Kevin writes VBS songs for CPH and has served Lutheran churches and camps in Montana, Illinois, and Nebraska as a DCE, and worked for LWML while recently attending Concordia Seminary. “Sibling Harmony” refers to not only being siblings, but to being brothers and sisters in Christ.

8 Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois 1. Credentials convention a. The Registration Chairman shall report to the Recording Secretary, di- rules rectly after the opening ceremonies, the number of delegates registered as present with proper credentials and the Recording Secretary shall make supplementary reports to the convention when required as a result of a change in the registration rolls. b. A member registered as an alternate may be transferred from alternate status to delegate at any time during the continuance of business meetings Bylaws Article IV by presenting the request to the Recording Secretary. Upon clearance, the Conventions and Representation Registration Chairman shall make the official adjustments to the voting Section 2 rolls and the newly certified delegate shall retain the position through the The voting assembly of the conven- remainder of the convention. tion shall be: c. Delegates must wear the identification badges issued by the registration a. one (1) certified delegate from committee for seating in the delegate section. each zone having ten (10) or fewer units and one (1) certified 2. Seating delegate for each additional a. Delegates shall be seated together in sections reserved for them. ten (10) units or major fraction b. Delegates are requested to be in their seats five minutes before the time set thereof, as of January 1 preced- for the opening of meetings. ing the convention; b. voting members of the Board 3. Conduct of Business a. The President shall appoint a committee of three members to approve the of Directors; convention minutes. c. past presidents of the LWML who are currently members b. Only registered delegates and other voting members of the convention of LWML. may introduce business, debate, and vote. c. A motion offered from the floor must be presented to the secretary in writ- Section 3 ing, signed by the maker. A member of the voting assembly shall vote in one (1) capacity only. d. Speakers from the floor must use one of the microphones and give name Proxy votes are prohibited. and title or district in order to be recognized. e. Discussion is limited to two (2) minutes for each speaker. No one may speak Section 4 more than twice on a question unless consent is granted by a two-thirds (2/3) d. In the event neither the del- vote of the delegates. egate nor the alternate is able to serve, a member of the same f. Voting by electronic ballot is authorized. zone may serve as delegate 4. Communications upon certification in writing a. All communications for officers and members of the assembly shall be deliv- by her LWML district president ered by pages. and presentation to the LWML Recording Secretary. b. At the chair’s discretion only urgent announcements will be made from the dais. Others will be posted at the Message Center. Section 5 A majority of the registered voting c. No convention discussion or decision may be released for publicity purpos- assembly shall constitute a quorum. es unless first approved by the President and the Public Relations Director. d. No literature may be distributed in the convention rooms or assembly hall without permission of the Executive Committee. e. All cell phones are to be turned off or turned to vibrate.

5. Photographs a. It is requested that no photos be taken during worship services and other devotional periods. b. Since the LWML will be taking pictures and videotaping gathering proceedings and activities, your registration for this event gives the LWML permission to use your image and comments in educational, informational, and promotional materials in a variety of media, including electronic media.

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Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 2011 LWML Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois

T hursday, June 23, 2011 9 a.m.–3 p.m...... Servant Connections 9 a.m.–6 p.m...... Exhibits Open 3 p.m.–4 p.m...... Delegate Orientation/Introduction of Candidates 4 p.m.–6 p.m...... District Caucuses 4 p.m.–6 p.m...... District Photos 6:45 p.m...... Pre-service music 7 p.m...... CONVENTION OPENING & FIRST MEETING Opening of Convention...... Janice Wendorf, President Lighting of the Convention Candle...... Naomi Joy Peterson Daughter of the President The LWML Processional Cross...... Rev. Nathan Wendorf Son of the President LWML Banner...... Krista L. Wendorf Daughter-in-law of the President Convention Offering #1 Banner of the Host LWML District...... Shelley Moeller, President LWML Mission Goal LWML Central Illinois District 2011-2013 LWML Executive Committee Procession As per the standing rules of the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League Bylaws, The LWML Processional Cross...... Daniel Wendorf which state that the offering received Son of the President at the convention Communion service Celebration Service with Communion shall be designated as a contribution Ecclesiastical Procession to the mission goal of the LWML. Proclaimer...... Dr. Ken Klaus $______Speaker of the Lutheran Hour 2002-2010

Convention Offering #1...... 2011-2013 LWML Mission Goal Recession...... LCMS Clergy and LWML Executive Committee

Friday, June 24, 2011 8 a.m.–5 p.m...... Camp BWJ (Being With Jesus) Child Care/Youth Activities Opens 8 a.m. Singing...... Lana Gibbons, Song Leader 8:15 a.m...... SECOND MEETING LWML Banner...... Janice Wendorf, President Banner Procession...... LWML District Presidents & Young Woman Representatives Presentation of Colors...... Honor Guard of the Richwoods High School JROTC Peoria, IL Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.

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Friday, June 24, 2011 The Star Spangled Banner...... District Presidents serving from 2008-2012 O say, can you see, by the dawn’s early light, Shelley Moeller, Central Illinois What so proudly we hail’d at the twilight’s last gleaming? Marilyn H. Treanor, Florida-Georgia Whose broad stripes and bright stars, thro’ the perilous fight, Betty Kruse, Kansas O’er the ramparts we watch’d, were so gallantly streaming? Emily Oliver, Louisiana-Mississippi And the rockets’ red glare, the bombs bursting in air, Cheri Fish, Michigan Gave proof thro’ the night that our flag was still there. Henrietta Gordon, Mid-South O say, does that star-spangled banner yet wave Cheryl Petersen, Minnesota North O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave? Shari Miller, Montana Sharon Goertzen, Nebraska South Lynn Batchelder, New England Sue Corwin, North Dakota Joy Dougherty, Ohio Bev England, Oklahoma Cynthia Behrens, Oregon Linda Koch, Pacific Southwest Sharon Roegge, SELC Elaine M. Hankel, South Dakota Jan Dankwardt, South Wisconsin Kathy Lowman, Texas Call to Order...... Janice Wendorf, President Opening Prayer...... Leslie Jaseph, Chairman Christian Resources Editors Committee Welcome...... Shelley Moeller, President LWML Central Illinois District Greetings...... Rev David J. Bueltmann, President LCMS Central Illinois District Voting Body Welcome to Peoria Board of Directors voting: ______Bible Study...... Dr. Reed Lessing Past Presidents voting: ______Introduced by Patti Ross, Vice President of Christian Life Delegates voting: ______Electronic Voting Review...... Barbara Volk, Parliamentarian Total Voting: ______Credentials Report...... Judy Carlson, Recording Secretary N on Voting Body Proposed Convention Rules...... Barbara Volk, Parliamentarian Appointed Personnel & Committee Members ______Presentation of Proposed Agenda...... Judy Carlson, Recording Secretary Other Registrants ______Appointment of Minutes Review Committee Singing...... Lana Gibbons, Song Leader Grand Total: ______Amendments to the Bylaws...... Carol Schmidt, Chairman Structure Committee Prayer...... Diann Higgins, Chairman MMV Task Force Electronic Voting—Bylaw Amendments Singing Report of the Treasurer...... Helen Miller, Treasurer Financial Report...... Harold T. Bohlmann, CPA LWML Financial Consultant Mission Goal 2011-2013...... Helen Miller, Treasurer

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Friday, June 24, 2011 Prayer ...... Nancy Graf Peters, Editor-in-Chief Official Publication Staff Electronic Voting—Mission Goal Mites in Action Speaker...... Dr. Paul and Becky Shaw Light of Christ Lutheran Chinese Ministry, Olivette, Missouri Introduced by Edie Norris, LWML Public Relations Director LWML “Gifts of Love”...... Pat Bilow LWML Gift Planning Counselor Greetings...... Mick Onnen, President International Lutheran Laymen’s League Greetings...... Judith Grande, President LWML Canada Announcements...... Pam Spilker, Chairman 2011 Host Committee Voting Body Closing Prayer...... Anne Hartman, Chairman Board of Directors voting: ______Young Woman Representatives Task Force Past Presidents voting: ______LUNCH RECESS-Exhibits Open 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m. Delegates voting: ______2 p.m. Singing...... Lana Gibbons, Song Leader Total Voting: ______2:15 p.m...... THIRD MEETING N on Voting Body Opening Prayer...... Nancy Bogenhagen, Chairman Information Technology Committee Appointed Personnel & Committee Members ______Keynote Address...... Deb Burma Other Registrants ______Introduced by Deaconess Sylvia Johnson, Vice President of Human Care Mission Grants Presentation...... Marilyn McClure, Vice President Grand Total: ______Gospel Outreach Credentials Report...... Judy Carlson, Recording Secretary Convention Offering #2 Prayer...... Anita Beyersdorf, Chairman Mission Grants Committee Three Mission Central Projects Electronic Voting—Mission Grants Mission Central, Mapleton, Iowa, supports LCMS mission projects that otherwise would Mites in Action Speaker...... Rev. Jeff Johnson not have funding. In Cambodia, funding will Hope in the City, Cleveland, Ohio help to continue the training of 12 pastors and Introduced by Linda Arnold, Vice President of Communication 25 ethnic minority church leaders currently receiving instruction from LCMS Missionary Convention Offering #2...... Three Mission Central Projects Dr. Funchautou Lo. In Borisgoglebsk, Russia, LCMS Missions, Mapleton, Iowa there is a village pastor, but the facilities are Announcements...... Pam Spilker, Chairman in desperate need of repair. Funds would 2011 Host Committee go to rebuild the church. In Uganda, East Closing Prayer...... Carol Fuys, Chairman Africa, funds will be used for completion of ® a training center for lay church planters and Friends Into Serving Him Task Force evangelists of the Lutheran Church of Uganda DINNER RECESS and will purchase needed library books. Exhibits Open 5 p.m.–7 p.m.

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7:30 p.m...... FOURTH MEETING

An Inspirational Evening with Katie Stam, Miss America 2009 Introduction: Ruth Ann Johnson, LWML Contracts Administrator

S aturday, June 25, 2011 6:30 a.m.–8 a.m...... “Mission in Motion” Mission Walk/Exercise 8 a.m.–5 p.m...... Camp BWJ Child Care/Youth Activities Open 8 a.m.–9:30 a.m...... Exhibits Open 9:15 a.m. Singing...... Lana Gibbons, Song Leader 9:30 a.m...... FIFTH MEETING Opening Prayer...... Nicole Tyrell, Chairman Gospel Outreach Committee LWML Banner...... Kristine A. Wendorf Daughter-in-law of the President Procession...... Past LWML Presidents Mission Flag Presentation...... Young Woman Representatives Heart to Heart Sisters, Camp BWJ Kids and Child Care Workers Pledge to the Cross...... Led by Past LWML Presidents I pledge allegiance to the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ and to the faith for which it stands, one Savior, eternal, with grace and mercy for all. So help me God. Convention Offering #3 The League Pledge...... Led by Past LWML Presidents Amigos de Cristo In fervent gratitude for the Savior’s dying love and His blood-bought gift of redemption, we Mission Outreach Project dedicate ourselves to Him with all that we are and have; and in obedience to His call for workers in the harvest fields, we pledge Him our willing service wherever and whenever He Amigos de Cristo is a mission outreach has need of us. We consecrate to our Savior, our hands to work for Him, our feet to go on His chartered in 2009 in response to a huge errands, our voice to sing His praises, our lips to proclaim His redeeming love, our silver and influx of Hispanic workers in Sedalia, our gold to extend His kingdom, our will to do His will, and every power of our life to the Missouri. This mission church desires to great task of bringing the lost and the erring into eternal fellowship with Him. Amen. become financially independent and maintain their outreach programs. There “Lutheran Women One and All” page 96...... Lana Gibbons, Song Leader is minimal bus service in the area, and Bible Study #2...... Dr. Reed Lessing funds would help purchase a new van, support children’s programs, and make Singing available English as a Second Language Report of the President...... Janice Wendorf materials, all which will be used in Introduced by Eloise Kuhlmann, Vice President of Servant Resources their outreach to the community. Convention Offering #3...... Amigos de Cristo Mission Outreach Project $______Sedalia, Missouri Greetings...... Dr. Matthew C. Harrison, President The Lutheran Church―Missouri Synod Report of the Nominating Committee...... Dianne Diekmann, Chairman Nominating Committee

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S aturday, June 25, 2011 Introduction of Candidates Announcements...... Pam Spilker, Chairman 2011 Host Committee Closing Prayer...... Marilyn Stuckwisch, Chairman Christian Life Committee LUNCH RECESS Exhibits Open 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m. Special Interest Luncheons Voting Body Board of Directors voting: ______2 p.m. Singing...... Lana Gibbons, Song Leader Past Presidents voting: ______2:15 p.m...... SIXTH MEETING Delegates voting: ______Opening Prayer...... Barbara Huggins Total Voting: ______Archivist-Historian N on Voting Body Mission Address...... Dr. David Birner, LCMS International Mission Introduced by Marilyn McClure, Vice President of Gospel Outreach Appointed Personnel & Committee Members ______Special Missionary Guests...... Andrea Herman and Rev. Todd Roeske Other Registrants ______Singing

Grand Total: ______Credentials Report...... Judy Carlson, Recording Secretary Prayer...... Eden Keefe, Chairman Leader Development Committee Electronic Voting—Officers Installation of Nominating Committee 2011-2013...... Rev. Kristopher Whitby LWML Junior Pastoral Counselor Singing Invitation to 2013 LWML Convention...... Maureen Consiglio, Chairman 2013 Host Committee, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, June 27-30 Introductions and Recognitions...... Janice Wendorf, President Executive Committee, Special Appointed Personnel, LWML Committees, Young Woman Representatives, Heart to Heart Participants Announcements...... Pam Spilker, Chairman 2011 Host Committee Closing Prayer...... Deaconess Betty Knapp, Chairman Mustard Seeds Task Force DINNER RECESS 7:30 p.m...... SEVENTH MEETING Entertainment: Sibling Harmony Introduction: Marguerite Christman, Convention Manager

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S unday, June 26, 2011 8:45 a.m. Singing...... Lana Gibbons, Song Leader 9 a.m...... EIGHTH MEETING Voting Body Opening Prayer...... Melissa Salomón, Chairman Board of Directors voting: ______Heart to Heart Sisters Task Force Past Presidents voting: ______Final Credentials Report...... Judy Carlson, Recording Secretary Delegates voting: ______Mites in Action Speaker...... Mr. Paul Miller, Principal Total Voting: ______Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School, East St. Louis, Illinois N on Voting Body Introduced by Karen Soeken, LWML Planner Appointed Personnel & Recognition of Peoria Host District...... Pam Spilker, Chairman Committee Members ______2011 Host Committee Other Registrants ______Announcements...... Pam Spilker, Chairman 2011 Host Committee Grand Total: ______Closing Remarks...... Janice Wendorf, President Installation of Officers...... Rev. Kristopher Whitby LWML Junior Pastoral Counselor Presentation of the President’s Pin Convention Offering #4 Greetings...... LWML President 2011-2015 Specific Ministry Pastor Worship Service Program (SMP) Proclaimer...... Dr. Joe Meyer The Specific Ministry Pastor (SMP) Redeemer Lutheran Church, Peoria Program at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, Gifts from the Heart Dedication...... Donna Gruel, Chairman and Concordia Theological Seminary, Ft. Human Care Committee Wayne, forms men for pastoral ministry utilizing distance education. Students Convention Offering #4...... Specific Ministry Pastor Program (SMP) serve as vicars in congregations or mission Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, Missouri, and sites during their first two years of course Concordia Theological Seminary, Ft. Wayne, Indiana work. Upon successful completion of the Closing Remarks...... LWML President 2011-2015 first two years, students are ordained and serve as SMPs in the same contexts while Adjournment...... LWML President 2011-2015 completing two additional years of course Convention Highlights work. The offering will be divided based on the number of SMP students enrolled at each seminary and will assist these off-campus students with their course work and other educational expenses.

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Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois 15 Bible study day one Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge Dr. Reed Lessing

Dnay O e “For we cannot help 1. Being filled(piplemi/pleroo) with the Holy Spirit speaking about what The theme of Acts – Acts 1:1, 8 we have seen and heard” The Holy Spirit in Acts – Acts 2:4; 4:31; 13:52 (Acts 4:20) Pentecosts in Acts – Acts 2, 8, 10 1. Upon being filled(piplemi/ pleroo) with the Holy Spirit, How does this happen? What does this look like? Ephesians 5:18-21  2. we must (dei) Be filled  Speaking 3. speak with encouragement  Singing and making praise (parakleseos) and boldness  Giving thanks (paressias)  Submitting 4. against idolatry 2. We must (dei) 5. and this turns the world Jesus must (dei) – Luke 2:49; 9:22; (9:51); 17:25; 19:5; 24:7, 26, 44; Acts 2:23 upside down! Paul must (dei) – Acts 9:6, 16; 19:21; (21:13); 23:11; 27:24 We must (dei) – Luke 12:12; (9:23); Acts 5:29; 14:22 3a. Speak with encouragement (parakleseos) Parakleseos – Acts 4:36; 11:23; 14:22 How does this happen? (1 John 2:1; John 14:16; 15:26; 16:7). What does this look like?  People mashers – Acts 11:3; 15:1  People manipulators – Acts 8:18-19  People murderers – Acts 1:16  People movers – Acts 11:25  Stay in the Word  Tell it like it will be  Be honest and humble

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16 Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois Bible study day two Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge Dr. Reed Lessing DA Y TWO “For we cannot help 3b. Speak with boldness (paressias) speaking about what Paressias – Acts 2:29; 4:13, 29, 31; 9:27, 28; 13:46; 14:3; 18:26; 19:8; 26:26; 28:31 we have seen and heard” How does this happen? (Acts 2:25-28 = Psalm 16:8-11; Acts 4:25-26 = Psalm 2:1-2; (Acts 4:20) Acts 28:26-27 = Isaiah 6:9-10) What does this look like?  Hear – Deuteronomy 6:4 1. Upon being filled(piplemi/  pleroo) with the Holy Spirit, Read – Deuteronomy 17:19  Hagah – Joshua 1:8; Psalm 1:2 2. we must (dei)  Study – Acts 17:11 3. speak with encouragement  Do – James 1:22 (parakleseos) and boldness (paressias) 4. Against idolatry 4. against idolatry Stephen – Acts 7:48, 51-52 5. and this turns the world Paul – Acts 14:12; 16:16-18; 17:24; 19:29 upside down! How does this happen? What does it look like? 1 Thessalonians 1:9  There is a difference between valuable and supreme affection and adoration  There is also a difference between surface idols and deep idols 5.And this turns the world upside down! Acts 2:41, 47; 4:4; 6:7; 11:21; 13:49; 14:1; 17:6; 19:20 We know how this happens and we know what it looks like! “For we cannot help speaking about what we have seen and heard” (Acts 4:20) notes:

Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois 17 proposed amendments to LWML Bylaws If proposed amendments are adopted, the LWML Structure Committee requests permission to re-number and re-letter sections to account for deletions and insertions and make any necessary spelling and typographical corrections.

Articlestrict III–Di Organization PROPOSED AMENDMENT: IF ADOPTED WILL READ: Section 1 Insert new b: “have their bylaw article on Name b. have their bylaw article on Name Rationale: to require zones to (Lutheran Women’s Missionary League ___ (Lutheran Women’s Missionary League conform in “Name” in their bylaws District ___ Zone) conform to the respective ___ District ___ Zone) conform to the as they were required to conform in their financial accounts. article in the district bylaws and in the Articles respective article in the district bylaws of Incorporation and Bylaws of the LWML;” and in the Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws of the LWML;

Section 3 b. Strike “of the organization” and insert b. The articles on Name (of the organization Rationale: to clarify “Name” “Lutheran Women’s Missionary League ___ Lutheran Women’s Missionary League ___ in district bylaws. District” District), Object, Members, Representation (at national conventions), and Parliamentary Authority shall conform to the respective articles in the Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws of the LWML.

ARTICLE IV–CONVENTIONS AND REPRESENTATION PROPOSED AMENDMENT: IF ADOPTED WILL READ: Section 1 b. Strike “nine (9)” and insert “the number b. Districts shall extend invitations for hosting Rationale: to facilitate the of ”; add “designated in the Standing LWML conventions. Invitations shall be sent convention site selection process. Policies of the LWML Board of Directors” to the LWML President by October 15 in the even-numbered years, nine (9) the number of years prior to the proposed date of the convention designated in the Standing Poli- cies of the LWML Board of Directors.

e. Strike “eight (8)” and insert “the number e. The LWML Executive Committee shall pres- of”; add “designated in the Standing Poli- ent no more than three (3) invitations of ap- cies of the LWML Board of Directors” proved host sites for the LWML convention to the pre-convention Board of Directors’ meeting for selection eight (8) the number of years prior to the proposed date of the convention designated in the Standing Policies of the LWML Board of Directors. ARTICLE V–OFFICERS AND ELECTIONS PROPOSED AMENDMENT: IF ADOPTED WILL READ: Section 1 Strike “Human Care” and insert “Intentional President Rationale: to create positions that Ministries” Vice President of Christian Life more effectively carry out the LWML Strike “Servant” and insert “Organizational” Vice President of Communication mission and to clarify the purpose Vice President of Gospel Outreach of a position with a name change. Vice President of Human Care Intentional Ministries Vice President of Servant Organizational Resources Recording Secretary Treasurer

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ARTICLE V–OFFICERS AND ELECTIONS (continued) PROPOSED AMENDMENT: IF ADOPTED WILL READ: Section 2 b. (1) Strike “Human Care” and insert “Inten- b. (1) The President, the Vice President of Hu- Rationale: to create positions that tional Ministries” man Care Intentional Ministries, the Vice more effectively carry out the LWML Strike “Servant” and insert “Organizational” President of Servant Organizational Re- mission and to clarify the purpose sources, and the Treasurer shall be elected of a position with a name change. in one convention.

Section 3 a. Strike “Servant” and insert “Organizational” a. In the event of incapacity or other situation Rationale: to create positions that creating a vacancy in the office of President, more effectively carry out the LWML the Vice President of Servant Organizational mission and to clarify the purpose Resources shall fill the temporary vacancy of a position with a name change. until the President is able to resume her duties or until the Board of Directors meets to elect a new President (see Article VI, Section 6a).

c. Strike “Servant” and insert “Organizational” c. If there is no regularly scheduled meeting of the Board within thirty (30) days of a permanent vacancy in the office of Presi- dent, a special meeting shall be called by the Vice President of Servant Organizational Resources within thirty (30) days of such vacancy for the express purpose of electing a new President.

ARTICLE VI–DUTIES OF OFFICERS

PROPOSED AMENDMENT: IF ADOPTED WILL READ: Section 5 Strike “Human Care” and insert “Intentional The Vice President of Human Care Intentional Rationale: to create positions and Ministries” Ministries may perform the duties of the office of departments that more effectively the President in the absence of, or at the request carry out the LWML mission. of, the President and shall:

a. Strike “Human Care” and insert “Intentional a. be coordinator of the Human Care Intentional Ministries” Ministries Department;

Section 6 Strike “Servant” and insert “Organizational” The Vice President of Servant Organizational Rationale: to clarify the purpose Resources may perform the duties of the office of of a position and a department the President in the absence of, or at the request with a name change. of, the President and shall:

b. Strike “Servant” and insert “Organizational” b. be coordinator of the Servant Organizational Resources Department;

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ARTICLE XIII–DEPARTMENTS AND STANDING COMMITTEES PROPOSED AMENDMENT: IF ADOPTED WILL READ: Section 1 a. Strike “Human Care” and insert “Intentional a. The departments shall include Christian Rationale: to create depart- Ministries” Life, Communication, Gospel Outreach, ments that more effectively Strike “Servant” and insert “Organizational” Human Care Intentional Ministries, and carry out the LWML mission and to Servant Organizational Resources, with clarify the purpose of a depart- a Vice President serving as coordinator of ment with a name change. each department. The coordinator shall be an ex-officio member of the committees in the department.

Section 1 b. Strike “Media and Marketing” and “Human b. The standing committees may include Rationale: to identify and Care” Christian Life, Christian Resources Editors, name standing committees Insert “Mission Servants, Young Women, Information Technology, Official Publica- that will most effectively carry Heart to Heart Sisters” tion Staff,Media and Marketing, Gospel out the LWML mission. Outreach, Mission Grants, Human Care, Mission Servants, Young Women, Heart to Heart Sisters, Helping Organizations Par- ticipate Effectively (hereinafter referred to as the HOPE Committee), Leader Develop- ment, and Structure.

Section 3 Strike “the Media and Marketing Committee” The Communication Department may include Rationale: to conform to the Information Technology Committee, the present practice reassigning Media and Marketing Committee and the duties to the Public Relations Official Publication Staff. Director and the Information Technology Committee. b. Strike “The Media and Marketing Committee, b. The Media and Marketing Committee, con- consisting of three (3) or more members, shall: sisting of three (3) or more members, shall: (1) produce, for use within the organization, (1) produce, for use within the organization, publicity and promotional materials related publicity and promotional materials related to the program and work of the LWML; to the program and work of the LWML; (2) promote and market LWML products; (2) promote and market LWML products; (3) encourage and assist LWML districts to (3) encourage and assist LWML districts to publicize and promote their programs and publicize and promote their programs and events; events; (4) have its chairman report to each regular (4) have its chairman report to each regular meeting of the Board of Directors and to the meeting of the Board of Directors and to the convention. convention.”

Section 4 Strike “and”; add “and the Mission Servants The Gospel Outreach Department may include Rationale: to rename the Committee” the Gospel Outreach Committee,and the “Human Care” Committee Mission Grants Committee,and the Mission and to assign it to the Gospel Servants Committee. Outreach Department.

Section 4 b. Strike “Advocacy and” b. The Mission Advocacy and Grants Commit- Rationale: to be consistent. tee, consisting of three (3) or more members, shall:

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ARTICLE XIII–DEPARTMENTS AND STANDING COMMITTEES (continued) PROPOSED AMENDMENT: IF ADOPTED WILL READ: Section 4 Add new c. “The Mission Servants Committee, c. The Mission Servants Committee, consisting Rationale: to rename the “Human consisting of three (3) or more members, shall: of three (3) or more members, shall: Care” Committee and to assign it to (1) encourage sensitivity in women toward (1) encourage sensitivity in women toward the Gospel Outreach Department. those who are hurting and in need; those who are hurting and in need; (2) provide resources and encouragement to (2) provide resources and encouragement to enable knowledgeable and Biblical comfort enable knowledgeable and biblical comfort to to themselves and others; themselves and others; (3) have its chairman report to each regular (3) have its chairman report to each regular meeting of the Board of Directors and to the meeting of the Board of Directors and to the convention. convention.”

Section 5 Strike “The Human Care Department may The Human Care Department may include the Rationale: to eliminate the Human include the Human Care Committee. The Vice Human Care Committee. The Vice President Care Department, reassigning the President of Human Care shall be coordinator of of Human Care shall be coordinator of the duties of the Human Care Committee the department. The Human Care Committee, department. The Human Care Committee, to the Mission Servants Committee consisting of three (3) or more members, shall: under the Gospel Outreach Depart- consisting of three (3) or more members, shall: a. encourage sensitivity in women toward ment and to create the Intentional a. encourage sensitivity in women toward those Ministries Department and standing those who are hurting and in need; committees, to more effectively who are hurting and in need; b. provide resources and encouragement to carry out the LWML mission. b. provide resources and encouragement to enable knowledgeable and Biblical comfort to themselves and others; enable knowledgeable and Biblical comfort to c. have its chairman report to each regular themselves and others; meeting of the Board of Directors and to the c. have its chairman report to each regular convention. meeting of the Board of Directors and to the The Intentional Ministries Department may convention.” include the Committee on Young Women and the Heart to Heart Sisters Committee. The Vice Insert “The Intentional Ministries Department President of Intentional Ministries shall be the may include the Committee on Young Women coordinator of the department. and the Heart to Heart Sisters Committee. The Vice President of Intentional Ministries shall be the coordinator of the department.”

Section 5 Add new a. “The Committee on Young Women, a. The Committee on Young Women, consist- Rationale: to create new committees consisting of three (3) or more members, shall: ing of three (3) or more members, shall: responsive to the mission of LWML. (1) intentionally identify, encourage, and pro- (1) intentionally identify, encourage, and vide opportunities for young women to affirm provide opportunities for young women to their faith and develop their gifts in service to affirm their faith and develop their gifts in the Lord through learning about and partici- service to the Lord through learning about and participating in the mission of LWML at pating in the mission of LWML at every level; every level; (2) seek, develop, and support young women (2) seek, develop, and support young women leaders in the LWML; leaders in the LWML; (3) direct and promote the Young Woman Rep- (3) direct and promote the Young Woman resentative (hereinafter referred to as YWR) Representative (hereinafter referred to as program; YWR) program; (4) have its chairman report to each regular (4) have its chairman report to each regular meeting of the Board of Directors and to the meeting of the Board of Directors and to the convention.” convention.

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ARTICLE XIII–DEPARTMENTS AND STANDING COMMITTEES (continued) PROPOSED AMENDMENT: IF ADOPTED WILL READ: Section 5 (continued) Add new b. “The Heart to Heart Sisters b. The Heart to Heart Sisters Committee, con- Rationale: to create new committees Committee, consisting of three (3) or more sisting of three (3) or more members, shall: responsive to the mission of LWML. members, shall: (1) identify, develop, support, and encour- (1) identify, develop, support, and encourage age women leaders in ethnic ministries, women leaders in ethnic ministries, thus cel- thus celebrating the gifts God has given the ebrating the gifts God has given the church; church; (2) be intentional about giving these women, (2) be intentional about giving these women, through networking, training, support, and through networking, training, support, and resources, the opportunity to learn about resources, the opportunity to learn about and and participate in the mission of LWML at participate in the mission of LWML at every every level – society, zone, district, national; level – society, zone, district, national; (3) identify and encourage cross-cultural op- (3) identify and encourage cross-cultural opportunities within LWML, thus emphasiz- portunities within LWML, thus emphasizing ing the church’s rich diversity; the church’s rich diversity; (4) have its chairman report to each regular (4) have its chairman report to each regular meeting of the Board of Directors and to the meeting of the Board of Directors and to the convention. convention.”

Section 6 Strike “Servant” and insert “Organizational” The Servant Organizational Resources De- Rationale: to clarify the purpose partment may include the HOPE Committee, of a department and a posi- the Leader Development Committee, and the tion with a name change. Structure Committee. The Vice President of Servant Organizational Resources shall be coordinator of the department.

Section 6 b. (2) Strike “equip and encourage women by b. (2) equip and encourage women by creat- Rationale: to clarify and simplify. creating and developing ideas, techniques, ing and developing ideas, techniques, and and resources which will stimulate them” and resources which will stimulate them create insert “create and develop ideas, techniques, and develop ideas, techniques, and resourc- and resources that will equip and encourage es that will equip and encourage women to serve in leadership positions where God has women” placed them;

22 Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois candidates for office

P resident |Kay Kreklau, Drayton, North Dakota (North Dakota District) L WM (national) – Administrative Assistant to the President, Board of Directors, Recording Secretary, Executive Committee, Finance Committee, Personnel Polices Committee, Governance Committee, Planned Giving Council Chairman, Leader Development Committee, MMV Training, Interdepartmental Chairman, Assembly of Leaders. District – President, Vice President of Mission Grants, Recording Secretary, Leader Develop- ment Committee Chairman, Leader Development Committee, Bylaws Chairman. Zone – President, Vice President, Recording Secretary, Treasurer, Leader Development Committee/Chairman, Effective Society Planning Training, Nominating Committee. Local – President, Vice President, Recording Secretary, Treasurer, Leader Development Committee, Nominating Committee. Church – LCMS North Dakota District Board of Directors, LCMS Task Force – Promises Planning Group, Sunday school superintendent, Sunday school teacher, youth group leader. Community – 4-H leader. Education – Associate degree, Asker’s Business College; graduate of Dakota School of Banking. Occupation – Bank Vice President. Vision Statement – My vision for the LWML is that we encourage, inspire, and train women, of all ages, to be intentional in Bible study and prayer, active in missions, and joyful in serving our Lord.

P resident |Shari Miller, East Helena, Montana (Montana District) L WM (national) – Recording Secretary, Executive Committee, News Release/Bible Study/ Devotions Author, Bible Study Task Force, News Editor – Lutheran Woman’s Quarterly, Interde- partmental Chairman, Leadership for Tomorrow Committee, MMV Consultant Training, Christian Growth Chairman, Christian Resources Editors Chairman. District – President, Editor, Bible study/interest session leader, music leader, Young Woman Representatives Chairman, Christian Growth Chairman. Zone – Vice President, Christian Growth, retreat author. Local –Vice President, Christian Growth, publicity, Effective Society Planning. Church – Stephen Minister, choir, organist, contemporary worship pianist, Bible study leader, VBS/midweek/Sunday school teacher, altar guild, International LLL convention organist. Community – Chamber Singers, Symphony Chorale, Young Homemakers. Education – Parish Worker degree, St. John’s College, Winfield, Kansas; Continuing Education. Occupation – Administrative Secretary/Bookkeeper; former preschool teacher, Parish Worker, Director of Music. Vision Statement – My vision for the LWML is that it be a vibrant, caring, and vital organization of mission-minded women of every age whose primary goal is to reach out with the Good News of salvation in Jesus Christ into our homes, our communities, and the entire world. I see the LWML woman of the future as one who is enthusiastic about the work of the LWML and is dedicated to using her God-given gifts and abilities to accomplish that work.

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Vice President of Human Care |Pat Reichert, Hartford, South Dakota (South Dakota District) L WM (national) – Meeting Manager, 2007 LWML Convention Host Committee Chairman, MMV Consultant, Board of Directors, Nominating Committee, Gospel Outreach Committee. District – Meeting Manager, President, Vice President of Mission Projects, Co-chairman district retreat. Zone – President, Vice President. Local – Circle Chairman, LWML board, Secretary, President. Church – Assistant Sunday school teacher, altar committee, building committee co-chairman, evangelism committee, pre-confirmation instructor, VBS director, youth group advisor. Community – Sudan Khor Wakhol School, project volunteer, Parade of Lights, volunteer fundraiser, “Taste of Cultures” silent auction/dinner co-chairman, Lutheran Social Services Refugee and Immigration Center, volunteer coordinator and volunteer mentor, Parade of Cul- tures volunteer, zoning board. Education – B.A. degree in Sociology, South Dakota State University. Occupation – Arts Director, Sioux Empire Fair Association, Sioux Falls; substitute teacher. Vision Statement – My vision is that the LWML will keep God’s Word at its heart as we intentionally seek opportunities for all women to use their gifts to share the Gospel promise of salvation with all peoples of the world.

Vice President of Human Care |M elissa Salomón, Chula Vista, California (Pacific Southwest District) L WM (national) – Gospel Outreach Committee; Gospel Outreach Chairman; Heart to Heart Sisters Task Force Chairman; part of translation team making resources, Bible studies, and articles of the LWML and Lutheran Woman’s Quarterly available in Spanish. District – Heart to Heart Sisters Coordinator/Hispanic ministry. Zone – support zone events. Local – support ministry of local society. Church – Community Life Coordinator, mission planting team, LCMS District Board of Directors, Lutheran Community Foundation Board of Directors. Education – J.D., Loyola Law School; A.B. Occidental College. Occupation – Director of Lutheran Hour Ministries, Tijuana, Mexico; Community Life Coor- dinator of local congregation. Vision Statement – My vision for the LWML is that the diverse gifts of EACH woman of the LCMS, young and not so young and in every beautiful color and shade created by God, are unleashed in a great movement of the Holy Spirit so that the impact on the Harvest of the Lord is manifest in every corner of the world!!!

24 Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois candidates for office

Vice President of Servant Resources |C arolyn Blum, Hartford, Wisconsin (South Wisconsin District) L WM (national) – Lutheran Woman’s Quarterly Associate Editor and News Editor, Board of Directors, MMV Consultant. District – President, Planner, Renewal Chairman, Faith Talk presenter, convention co-chairman, Executive Committee, Board of Directors, Events PR Chairman, Endowment Fund. Zone/Local – Convention delegate, PR Chairman, speaker, officers’ mentor. Church – LCMS District Volunteer Coordinator, Parish Media Team Coordinator, Ablaze! presenter, choir, praise team, Evangelism Board, prayer tree coordinator, LCMS district convention delegate, Sunday school, VBS, Bible study leader, newsletter editor. Community – Wisconsin Lutherans for Life secretary, high school parents board president, LHM Living for Tomorrow Regional Coordinator, Milwaukee Lutheran radio choir, mission trips presenter. Education – B.B.A. (Personnel Management), University of Wisconsin-Whitewater; Bible Institute, Concordia University Wisconsin. Occupation – Full-time volunteer. Vision Statement – As joy-filled people who love God, digest His Word, grow in faith, pray, and exhibit servant hearts and attitudes, LWML women fulfill God’s purpose to share the Good News of Jesus in their homes, communities, and through world-wide mission support. I envision women using their delightfully diverse, God-given talents to intentionally develop relationships which are culturally-, ethnically-, and age-inclusive, embracing new ways of serving while respecting and learning from the past.

Vice President of Servant Resources |Claire Carlson, Hamburg, New York (Eastern District) L WM (national) – Nominating Committee, Christian Resources Editors Committee, Board of Directors, Public Relations Committee, MMV Consultant. District – Structure Committee Chairman, Nominating Committee member, President, First Vice President, Editor/Public Relations Director, ESP Facilitator, Mission Projects Committee Chairman, Member Development Committee Chairman. Zone – Public Relations Director, convention delegate, secretary, treasurer. Local – Secretary, treasurer, president. Church – Lay delegate to the 2010 LCMS Convention, church council secretary, Bylaws Com- mittee Chairman, call committee, altar committee, youth committee, lector, VBS teacher, Sunday school Christmas pageant costume assistant. Community – Girl Scout Leader, Helping Hands at elementary school. Education – B.S. degree in Biology and Chemistry, Valparaiso University. Occupation – Part-time preschool aide, church newsletter editor. Vision Statement – That the LWML would encourage, serve, mentor, equip, and empower all sisters in Christ in the LCMS to follow God’s plan and carry out the mission of proclaiming Christ crucified thereby giving all a hope and a future.

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T reasurer |Lois Anderson, Twin Falls, Idaho (Utah-Idaho District) L WM (national) – Portland convention Host Committee/Special Dress Chairman. District – Treasurer, Secretary, Meeting Manager, Convention Co-chairman. Zone – Treasurer, Secretary. Local – President, Vice President, Secretary, Christian Life Chairman, Leadership Development Committee. Church – Congregational treasurer, building committee member and treasurer, LLL secretary/treasurer, Board of Trustees member and secretary, voting body secretary, Bible study leader, Thrivent records director, Peace Quilters member. Community – Office on Aging volunteer driver, election board volunteer, Habitat for -Hu manity volunteer, March of Dimes volunteer, regional medical center foundation campaign committee member. Education – B.S. in Business Management, Lewis & Clark State College. Occupation – Retired after 33 years as office coordinator/payroll manager/accounting secretary for a regional medical center. Vision Statement – I see the strength of the LWML growing, blessed by God, open to new methods of ministry and education to women of all ages and backgrounds as it encourages women to be in God’s Word daily, to grow in His grace, to radiate His love to those around us, and to support His ministry in the world.

T reasurer |Bunnie Koelsch, West Melbourne, Florida (Florida-Georgia District) L WM (national) – Tampa convention Host Committee/Registration Chairman. District – Treasurer, Convention Chairman. Zone – President, Secretary/Treasurer, Nominating Committee. Local – President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary. Church – Congregational treasurer, finance chairman, church council secretary, Sunday school director and teacher, vacation Bible school director, teacher and song leader, church secretary/bookkeeper, choir member, Christmas pageant director. Community - City Council candidate’s campaign treasurer; city grant committee; Jaycees Women President, Membership Vice President, and award chairman; Beta Sigma Phi city council president, vice president and chapter president; Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts leader. Education – Accounting courses at University of South Florida and Brevard Community College. Occupation – Office manager/bookkeeper and bookkeeper for three businesses. Vision Statement – My vision is to encourage the women of the LWML to serve the Lord in all areas of their lives, and to use their God-given talents in this goal. That each of us will recognize these talents, no matter how small or mundane, and will put them to good use in the service of the Lord and LWML. “Whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” (1 Cor. 10:31b)

26 Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois candidates for office

P astoral Counselor |Rev. John Heckmann, Gatesville, Texas (Texas District) M t inis ry – St. Paul Lutheran Church, The Grove, Texas, 2003 – present; St. John Lutheran Church, Kramer, Nebraska, 1985-2003. Education – 1985 Master of Divinity, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, Missouri; 1981 B.A., Concordia University, Seward, Nebraska; 1979 A.A., Concordia College, Austin, Texas. LWML Counselor – Texas District, four years; Nebraska South District, five years; Zone Counselor, Texas, six years; Zone Counselor, Nebraska South eight years. Synod/District LCMS Activities – President of Jesus is Lord Mission Society; Board of Directors for Women for Life International; Circuit Counselor, two districts; Constitution and Bylaws Committee; Schumacher Institute for Rural Ministry; Bible study editor. Community Service – Crete Cares Program (feeding the hungry); Life Chain; worship services in low-income housing project and nursing homes; community outreach programs; Habitat for Humanity. Vision Statement – To equip each woman in The Lutheran Church―Missouri Synod to use her gifts in ministry as her eyes are opened wide to the ripe harvest fields, and through her faith is led to work in those fields so that more and more people may hear about Jesus Christ whether they are in her family, her church, her community, her state, her nation and/or her world.

P astoral Counselor | Rev. Tim Jenks, Bismarck, North Dakota (North Dakota District) M t inis ry – Bethel Lutheran Church, Bismarck, North Dakota, 1999 – present; St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Gresham, Nebraska, 1990-1999. Education – 1990 Master of Divinity, Concordia Theological Seminary, Ft. Wayne, Indiana; 1986 B.A. in History, Concordia College, St. Paul, Minnesota. LWML Counselor – North Dakota District, four years; zone counselor, North Dakota Dis- trict, three years. Synod/District LCMS Activities – North Bismarck Mission Action Committee – started mission congregation; LYF zone counselor; LLL zone counselor; Chairman, North Dakota District Division of Youth Ministry; PALS Facilitator. Community Service – Homeless Shelter Board of Directors and treasurer; Community Club member; Chaplain of the day for North Dakota Senate and House. Vision Statement – Continue to be “Jesus with skin on” by reaching, caring, and sharing Christ!

Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois 27 candidates for office

N ominating Committee |Marge Bruning, Ashland, Virginia (Chesapeake District) LWML (national) – MMV Task Force, MMV Consultant, HOPE Committee, Mission Grants Commit- tee Chairman, Board of Directors, ESP. District – Vice President of Human Care, Chairman of Friends Into Serving Him®, Director of Commu- nications, Vice President of Mission Grants, Mission Service Committee, Christian Life Chairman. Zone – President, Vice President, Christian Growth Committee. Local – President, Vice President, Christian Growth Chairman. Church – Ohio LCMS Mission Board, writer of Bible studies, retreat presenter, Evangelism Committee Chairman, Building Hope in the City, scholarship committee, Board of Education, youth board. Community – Friends of Library, Task Force on Senior Housing. Education – B.S., Concordia University, Seward, Nebraska; Masters in Educational Psychology, Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan. Occupation – Retired teacher, employed part-time in retail. Vision Statement – Being enthused about being servants of the Lord, I see the LWML continuing to be rooted in God’s Word and using the gifted women of the church to proclaim His love in all that they do. More women of all ages and nationalities will embrace the resources provided and grow in their faith together in Christ.

N ominating Committee |Karen Christner, Wauneta, Nebraska (Nebraska District South) LWML (national) – Board of Directors. District – President, Planner/Meeting Manager, Structure Committee, Nominating Committee. Zone – President, Christian Life Committee Chairman, Bylaws Committee Chairman. Local – President, Historian, banner coordinator, yearbook committee. Church – Catechism teacher, church anniversary committee, greeter coordinator, choir director, organist. Community – Theater volunteer, VFW and AM VET Auxiliaries, president of school board. Education – Associate of Arts Degree, McCook Junior College, McCook, Nebraska; attended Colorado State College, Greeley, Colorado. Occupation – Retired; former secretary/bookkeeper and bank teller. Vision Statement – The LWML will continue to be the means for each Lutheran woman to recognize our God-given talents, to train us, to build each other up, and to utilize our gifts in service to Him.

N ominating Committee |Beverly England, Tulsa, Oklahoma (Oklahoma District) LWML (national) – Board of Directors, Executive Committee, Public Relations Director, HOPE Com- mittee Chairman, Leader Development Committee, MMV Consultant, Convention Programming Commit- tee for Tampa and Sioux Falls conventions, Visioning Committee. District – President, Vice President of Servant Resources, Planner/Facilitator, YWR coordinator, Leader Development Chairman, Convention Planning Committee, Host Committee/Personnel Resources Coordi- nator for Oklahoma City convention. Zone – Vice President, Nominating Committee Chairman, Leader Development Chairman, keynote speaker, convention speaker, conducts leader workshops and retreats, YWR and teen events. Local – President, Vice President, committee chairman. Church – LCMS District Ablaze! representative, Seminary Candidates Committee, Theology and Wor- ship Committee, congregational Mission Board Director, Evangelism Committee, Bible study leader. Community – Volunteer coordinator for kids’ programs. Education – Associate Degree in Business, KU and Avila; Management and Officer Training, UMB in KC. Occupation – Retired; former bank vice president of mortgage loans. Vision Statement – LWML gives such a vast venue for true meaning and purpose in serving our Lord. LWML has great potential for loving, praying, giving and helping and proclaiming the love of Christ. My wish is to further enhance that potential with God’s guidance and grace!

28 Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois candidates for office

N ominating Committee |Sally Krueger, San Antonio, Texas (Texas District) LWML (national) – Authored Mustard Seeds and workshop materials. District – Vice President of Gospel Outreach, Scholarship Committee. Zone – Nominating Committee, Woman’s Day of Renewal Committee, Secretary/Treasurer, workshop leader, presenter; Christian Growth Committee. Local – President, Nominating Committee, began and mentored a college-age LWML society, Christian Growth Chairman, Bible study leader. Church – Bible study leader, various VBS positions, strategic planning, outreach team, International Student Ministry, campus ministry, variety of music ministries, youth director. Community – Community service: soup kitchen, Teens Encounter Christ, home Bible study for young adults, toy drive, community chorus. Education – B.S. in Education, Concordia University, Seward, Nebraska; graduate courses, Northeast- ern Oklahoma State University. Occupation – Former Lutheran school teacher and coach, homemaker. Vision Statement – To be Lutheran Women in Mission is to continue encouraging and empowering women of the LCMS to reach out with the saving love of Jesus Christ to our neighbors as well as those in other countries. We teach, train, and mentor women of all ages, so they may find joy in being a servant leader.

N ominating Committee |Sheila Lutz, Pekin, Illinois (Central Illinois District) LWML (national) – Human Care Committee Chairman, Christian Outreach Committee. District – Host Committee for Peoria convention, Publications Chairman/Editor, convention chairman, Leader Development Chairman, YWR Chairman, retreat leader. Zone – Vice President, rally chairman, ESP trainer. Local – Chairman, most society offices, Mother-Daughter Banquet Chair/MC, retreat leader. Church – Numerous music ministries, retreat leader and speaker, Stewardship Committee, Bible study writer/leader, church programs writer/leader, Teens for Christ counselor. Community – Civic chorus, folk dance teacher, school board officer, member and president of volunteer parent groups. Education – B.S. in Education, Illinois State University; graduate courses, Northern Illinois University and Illinois State University. Occupation – Lutheran school teacher, choir director. Vision Statement –Each woman in the LCMS would be excited — really excited — about finding a mission in which to be active. Overflowing with joy and praise, smiling and radiant, giving of herself and following Christ’s teaching to love God and others, each woman would continue to proclaim his Gospel and live his truth as she ministers to the world.

N ominating Committee |Gerry Neeriemer, Riverton, Wyoming (Wyoming District) LWML (national) – Board of Directors, MMV Consultant. District – President, Leader Development/HOPE Committee Chairman, convention chairman, Vice President of Inspiration, Newsletter Editor, Public Relations, Historian. Zone – President, Vice President, Secretary/Treasurer, Historian, Nominating Committee. Local – President, Leader Development/HOPE Committee Chairman, Secretary, Nominating Committee. Church – Coordinated evening cyber LWML, worship committee, choir director, organist. Community – Prayer team, contribute to military care packages, friendship meals, Angel Tree program. Education – CPS, Professional Secretaries International, Denver Chapter. Occupation – Retired secretary. Vision Statement – The LWML clings to the hope we have through Jesus Christ, our Savior. He has given us grace, faith, peace, and joy to share with others. As “Women in Mission,” we need to stay alert to the needs of all people through prayer, Bible study, Mite Box giving, and mission grants. We give God the glory in all that we do.

Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois 29 candidates for office

N ominating Committee |Cheryl Petersen, Elbow Lake, Minnesota (Minnesota North District) LWML (national) – Board of Directors, MMV Consultant, Convention Task Force, Christian Resources Editors Committee and Chairman. District – President, Executive Vice President/Christian Life Chairman, Young Woman Committee, YWR to Minneapolis convention. Zone – Attend and participate in events. Local – Attend and participate in events. Church – Organist, choir director, Evangelism Committee, Sunday school teacher. Community – Women of Today district director and chapter president, Girl Scouts leader, library board, National Military Family Association Representative for Minnesota, Family Readiness Liaison for USMC Reserves – Military Police Company, Wahpeton, North Dakota. Education – Attended Christ College, Irvine, California, and Concordia University, St Paul, Minnesota. Occupation – Paraprofessional at Christian school. Vision Statement – My vision for the LWML is that women will not only recognize their own unique God-given gifts and talents, but will also use them to continue the mission and ministry of the LWML.

N ominating Committee |Sherrie Smith, Justice, Illinois (Northern Illinois District) LWML (national) – Board of Directors, former MMV Consultant. District – President, Planner, Christian Life Committee. Zone – President, Secretary/Treasurer. Local – President, Christian Growth Chairman. Church – Mission team member, choir, hand bell choir, Sunday school teacher, worship service children’s talk leader. Community – High school booster club secretary, concessions volunteer, Feed My Starving Children, LBT Missionary Kid Scholarship Manager. Education – B.S. of Education, Concordia University, River Forest, Illinois. Occupation – Preschool teacher at Lutheran school. Vision Statement – Lutheran Women in Mission is a unique opportunity for women to grow in their faith by spending time in the Word, worshipping together, and sharing fellowship with sisters in Christ. Women of all ages and backgrounds are invited to reach out to our broken world through service and sharing of the Gospel.

N ominating Committee |Monique Wolske, Tilden, Nebraska (Nebraska North District) LWML (national) – Board of Directors. District – President, Treasurer. Local – President, Secretary. Church – Nebraska District LCMS Media Library, AAL Congregational Coordinator, Sunday school teacher and director, VBS teacher. Community – Community fundraisers, quilt shows. Education – B.S. of Education, Concordia University, Seward, Nebraska; Associate of Arts, St. John College, Winfield, Kansas. Occupation – Lutheran school teacher. Vision Statement – I see LWML continuing to focus on missions and servanthood. Basing these on Christ’s Word is essential to the vision of LWML for the future. Creatively sharing this leaves room for using new technology and members’ talents and gifts.

30 Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois candidates for office voting tally

President Votes Cast______Votes______Invalid______Necessary for Election Ballots Kay Kreklau Votes Received______Shari Miller Votes Received______

VP of Human Care Votes Cast______Votes______Invalid______Necessary for Election Ballots Pat Reichert Votes Received______Melissa Salomón Votes Received______

VP of Servant Resources Votes Cast______Votes______Invalid______Necessary for Election Ballots Carolyn Blum Votes Received______Claire Carlson Votes Received______

Treasurer Votes Cast______Votes______Invalid______Necessary for Election Ballots Lois Anderson Votes Received______Bunnie Koelsch Votes Received______

Pastoral Counselor Votes Cast______Votes______Invalid______Necessary for Election Ballots Rev. John Heckmann Votes Received______Rev. Tim Jenks Votes Received______

Nominating Committee Votes Cast______Votes______Invalid______plurality ranking Ballots Marge Bruning Votes Received______

Karen Christner Votes Received______

Beverly England Votes Received______

Sally Krueger Votes Received______

Sheila Lutz Votes Received______

Gerry Neeriemer Votes Received______

Cheryl Petersen Votes Received______

Sherrie Smith Votes Received______

Monique Wolske Votes Received______

Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois 31 the story of mission grants

When LWML women and LCMS personnel draft mission grant proposals they acquire the signatures necessary and send the proposals to the LWML Vice President of Gospel Outreach by September 30th of the year prior to convention. This biennium 81 grants were received by electronic mail, and nine copies of each were received by regular mail. The Vice President reviews each submission to make sure all of the components are present. She prepares the electronic copies to send to the Information Technology Committee for uploading to a secure site on the LWML website. These are made available to LCMS synod officials. She prepares a title page, assures the pages are in order, staples, collates, and then sends the proposals to each of the nine people who comprise the Mission Grant Selection Committee: the LWML President, the Vice President of Gospel Outreach, the two Pastoral Counselors, and the Mission Grants Committee. Prior to their selection meeting, each person reads the grants and fills out an evaluation form with notes about each grant. Questions are prepared for synod officials who attend a portion of the meeting to give input on the grants. Finally, grants are sorted into categories, and the selection is made. For a proposal to reach the ballot, the vote must be unanimous. Some grants are recommended for possible convention offerings. Some are added to the Grant Bank where they will be made available to the districts when they are choosing their grants. Prayer precedes each reading of the grants and is used throughout the selection process. Grants selected for the proposed ballot are presented to the LWML Board of Directors to be approved for the convention ballot. The ballot is prepared, and the voting takes place at convention by the delegates.

32 Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois 2011 proposed mission grants 1. Lutheran Bible Translators (LBT) Spread God’s Word Through Print and Audio...... $97,344 To provide Bibles, audio Scriptures, and literacy materials to people in Ghana, Botswana, Namibia, and Delegates will be Nigeria in their own languages. voting for eight (8) 2. Gospel Outreach Through Open Arms Child Care...... $65,000 grants. Grant requests To expand and nurture child care ministry programs in existing congregations and to support the development of Christian curriculum for full-time child care ministry. receiving the most votes (plurality) will be funded 3. Hospital Addition to Christian Welfare Centre – Malappuram, India...... $100,000 To add on to this hospital in India, enabling the continued love and compassion of Jesus Christ to show until the approved through word and deed to a growing hospital population that is 79% Muslim. mission goal is reached. 4. Developmental Disability Ministry Outreach – Louisville, Kentucky...... $63,700 To implement and sustain ongoing outreach and spiritual care ministry to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities, equipping local churches to share Christian friendship and nurture. 5. Project JOEL – Outreach to Youth – Central/South America...... $75,000 To reach out to children and young people in Argentina, Chile, Cuba, Guatemala, Panama, Mexico, Nicaragua, Paraguay, Uruguay, and Venezuela, with the message of salvation and equip them with practical information regarding drug and alcohol abuse, violence, and promiscuity. 6. Crow Indian Ministry – Montana...... $69,999.64 To continue the outreach of spreading the Gospel of Christ among the Crow Indians in Montana through Bible study, Sunday school, youth programs, and worship. 7. Outreach to At-Risk Children – Detroit, Michigan...... $55,000 To enable Lutheran City Ministries, Inc., to continue its outreach ministry of teaching God’s Word and showing His love to at-risk children and teens in Metro Detroit. 8. Guest House for Mission Workers – Haiti...... $100,000 To provide safe housing for the many volunteers who serve God by sharing help, hope, and healing along with the message of salvation in Jesus Christ with the people of Haiti. 9. Seminary Library Expansion – Kenya, East Africa...... $50,000 To help build a library that supports the education of pastors and deaconesses who will bring the love of Christ to the people of eastern Africa. 10. Exodus 2:6 Project: Spiritual Care in Disasters – Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma...... $50,000 To provide spiritual care through Lutheran Social Services of the South to children and youth who have experienced the devastation of natural disasters. 11. Two Graduate Scholarships for International/Minority Students – Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, Missouri...... $50,000 To bring the Gospel of Jesus to the nations by assisting international/minority students with the cost of tuition and living expenses while training to become pastors in international partner churches. 12. Sudanese Missions – United States...... $47,000 To support Gospel outreach to growing Sudanese immigrant populations in the Pacific Northwest and Des Moines, Iowa, with English teachers, VBS materials, and safe transportation alternatives. 13. Center for Hispanic Studies – Concordia Seminary – Tampa, Florida Satellite...... $100,000 To underwrite a financial aid fund restricted for use by poor and underrepresented Hispanic students applying for admission to the Concordia Seminary - Tampa, Florida Satellite. 14. Isaiah 49 Program: Interns Working with Vulnerable Youth – Concordia University – Texas...... $98,000 To continue providing students in the Concordia University System, especially those with a Behavioral Science major, the spiritual and vocational training, and educational experiences that will prepare them for future service to these vulnerable youth. 15. Support for Lutheran Orphanages – Haiti...... $70,000 To provide operational costs on a long-term basis for at least four Lutheran orphanages in Haiti that provide housing, food, medical, and spiritual care to the homeless and orphaned children of Haiti. 16. Deaconess Residential Education Program – South Africa...... $50,000 To provide residential education for deaconess ministries and caring programs for women and children who are victims of HIV, Aids, and substance and/or alcohol abuse through older adult ministries, prison ministries, and Sunday schools.

Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois 33 2011 proposed mission grants 17. Pregnancy Center: Newborn Protection – Malaysia, Southeast Asia...... $54,500 To provide and renovate a facility for counseling, care, and bringing the Gospel message to pregnant women as they make God-pleasing decisions to keep and nurture their babies. 18. Children’s Developmental Disabilities Group Home and Rehabilitation Center – Dominican Republic...... $100,000 To construct a group home and rehabilitation center and provide staffing and operational costs so that children and youth with developmental disabilities and their families can receive the spiritual and physical care they desperately need. 19. Grace Place for LCMS International Missionaries ...... $75,000 To pay for health and wellness retreats in three foreign locations in the next three years so that LCMS missionaries in the field can take advantage of these services benefiting their work, their families, and their lives of service. 20. The Lutheran Malaria Initiative – Kenya, East Africa...... $100,000 To support the Lutheran cooperative effort to educate, empower healthcare providers, treat the most vulnerable, children and pregnant mothers, and support Kenya’s commitment to eradicate malaria, all integrated with Word and Sacrament ministries. 21. Cancer Care Package Ministry...... $100,000 To fund care packages containing Bibles, spiritual tracts, and practical and personal items to be given to cancer victims here in the United States, and through this ministry to open doors to a relationship with Christ. 22. Pastoral Support for Outreach – Jamaica...... $61,500 To support Nigerian Pastor Rev. Obot Ite as he shares God’s love in Jamaica. Because of his cultural understanding, he is making remarkable progress in his outreach ministry to the Jamaican people. 23. Missionary Family Care and Education...... $100,000 To support LCMS “missionary kids” by meeting their educational needs in whatever form is deemed best for them, so that they may be lovingly nurtured to transition successfully between cultures with a well-prepared, positive, Christian education. 24. Children’s Nutrition and Care – Vietnam...... $72,255 To show Christ’s love for the people of Vietnam by providing English classes and humanitarian projects as LCMS World Mission builds and staffs an international school in Hanoi, under the permission recently granted for this school by the Vietnamese government. 25. Ministry Training and Program Development for Lutheran Inter-City Network Coalition (LINC) – Pasadena, Texas...... $75,000 To provide funding support for the newly acquired LINC Pasadena Mission Center that will offer leadership training, church services, and community programs as outreach to immigrants and other ethnic peoples. 26. Haskell Indian Nations University Lutheran Campus Ministry Expansion – Lawrence, Kansas...... $100,000 To fund the expanding Lutheran Campus Ministry at Haskell Indian Nations University to equip students who will be trained for professional church work vocations and others who will be witnesses to the Gospel as they return to their Native American communities. 27. Financial Support for LCMS Prison and Jail Ministry Conference...... $27,500 To help in underwriting the cost of the synodwide Prison and Jail Ministry Conference in 2012-13 to make it affordable to clergy and lay volunteers interested in all types of prison and jail ministry. 28. Hmong Pastoral Support – St. Paul, Minnesota...... $60,000 To provide financial support for a Hmong pastor to establish, lead, and develop a Hmong ministry in St. Paul, Minnesota, and identify and mentor new Hmong leaders for the continuation of the ministry. 29. Physical and Spiritual Nourishment for the Impoverished – United States/Mexico Border...... $51,373 To provide funds for Ysleta Lutheran Mission programs that feed those living in poverty along the US/ Mexico border while also ministering with Christ’s Word and love to their spiritual needs. 30. Lutheran Braille Workers Plate Embossing Device...... $100,000 To purchase a new plate embossing device to allow Lutheran Braille Workers to replace worn out zinc plates and create zinc plates for new Braille titles as they continue producing Braille Bibles and Chris- tian materials so often requested by those in worldwide ministry to the blind.

34 Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois 2011 proposed mission grant resolutions

1. Lutheran Bible Translators (LBT) Spread God’s where there was no hospital, and was further sup- Word Through Print and Audio...... $97,344 ported by an LWML grant in 1975, and it provides maternity, child welfare, tuberculosis, leprosy, and WHEREAS, Our Lord Jesus Christ has commanded us general community health services, such as home and to “make disciples of all nations” (Matt. 28:19); and environmental sanitation and protected water sup- WHEREAS, Lutheran Bible Translators (LBT) is the ply programs along with effective evangelism using only Lutheran organization whose purpose is to help Christian pamphlets, available Bibles, prayer meet- bring people to faith in Jesus Christ by making the ings, hymns, and devotions with staff, patients, and Word of God available to those who do not yet have it bystanders; and in the language of their hearts; and WHEREAS, The 2010 LCMS Convention encourages WHEREAS, Lutheran Bible Translators is a Recog- an outreach emphasis to Muslims, who comprise 79% nized Service Organization of The Lutheran Church— of this hospital’s population; and Missouri Synod; and WHEREAS, The Hospital Management Committee WHEREAS, LBT works in partnership with and under has decided to build a new addition with 44 single the sponsorship of Lutheran church bodies around rooms, six doctor’s consultation rooms, a waiting area, the world and especially with The Lutheran Church— a neonatal intensive care unit, a medical intensive care Missouri Synod; and unit, a laboratory, and a pharmacy; and WHEREAS, LBT desires to provide written and audio WHEREAS, The Christian Welfare Centre is finan- Scriptures and literacy materials to Bible-less people in cially self-supporting for its regular expenses and has Ghana, Botswana, Namibia, and Nigeria; therefore be it already initiated construction of this addition but can- RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Mission- not complete this effort without help; therefore be it ary League in convention vote the sum of $97,344 RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Mission- for Lutheran Bible Translators to spread God’s Word ary League in convention vote the sum of $100,000 through print and audio Bible translations. to facilitate the work at hand with building, furnish- 2. Gospel Outreach Through ings, and medical equipment at the Christian Welfare Open Arms Child Care...... $65,000 Centre in India. WHEREAS, Our Lord Jesus Christ said, “Let the little 4. Developmental Disability Ministry children come to me” (Luke 18:16), and He took them Outreach – Louisville, Kentucky...... $63,700 up in His arms and blessed them; and WHEREAS, Christ calls his followers to bring His WHEREAS, An opportunity exists to expand Gospel outreach to children and their families in the Savior’s Good News to all nations without regard to ability, name with personal contact to both churched and class, or status of any person, including persons who unchurched families in local communities through have intellectual and developmental disabilities; and Christ-centered child care ministries; and WHEREAS, There are an estimated 12,000 people with WHEREAS, The Open Arms Institute exists as a Rec- intellectual and development disabilities (in addition ognized Service Organization (RSO) of the LCMS to to their families) in the Louisville, Kentucky, region assist in planning, guiding, and assisting churches in who are often underserved and isolated from receiv- child care ministries and dealing with the regulatory ing consistent spiritual care; and complexities of inaugurating a new ministry; and WHEREAS, God has placed Cedar Lake Lodge and WHEREAS, The Open Arms Institute is hard-pressed Residences in a partnership with Lutheran Disability to meet requests for assistance and is, at the same time, Ministry of Indiana (a subsidiary of Bethesda Luther- preparing a Christian early childhood curriculum for an Communities) to facilitate the daily spiritual care full-time programs, available on the Internet; and needs of persons with intellectual and developmental WHEREAS, The Open Arms Institute needs substan- disabilities in the Louisville, Kentucky, region espe- tial support to meet the growing requests for guidance cially by equipping and supporting local churches so and to develop the resources and training programs that they might effectively share Christian friendship required to assure success; therefore be it and nurturing with this population; and RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Missionary WHEREAS, Such a program for spiritual care cannot League in convention vote the sum of $65,000 to help be fully financed through the resources available to establish new LCMS Word and Sacrament ministries Cedar Lake in partnership with Lutheran Disability in growing communities of our nation, to expand Ministries; therefore be it programs of outreach and nurture in existing congre- RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Missionary gations, and to support the development of Christian League in convention vote the sum of $63,700 to help curriculum for full-time child care ministry. fund the associated costs for staffing and program devel- 3. Hospital Addition to Christian Welfare opment with the purpose of implementing and sustaining the ongoing outreach and spiritual care ministry to Centre –Malappuram, India...... $100,000 persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities WHEREAS, The Christian Welfare Centre was who reside in the Louisville, Kentucky, region. founded in 1956 as part of LCMS mission outreach

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5. Project JOEL – Outreach to Youth – 7. Outreach to At-Risk Children – Central/South America...... $75,000 Detroit, Michigan...... $55,000 WHEREAS, Christ in His Holy Word has charged WHEREAS, The Lord calls us to build pathways to us to fulfill His mission of Bringing Christ to the Him for the churched and unchurched and expressed Nations—and the Nations to the Church, and Lu- His love for children, by saying, “Let the little children theran Hour Ministries’ (LHM) ministry centers in come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom Latin America were established to carry out Gospel of God belongs to such as these” (Luke 18:16); and outreach to the millions of people in the region in cul- WHEREAS, The Metro Detroit area is said to con- turally appropriate ways connecting them to existing tain more than 2.5 million persons who do not Christian churches; and know Christ as their Savior and presents us with a WHEREAS, LHM has developed Project JOEL as an tremendous opportunity to build pathways to the outreach ministry to children and youth and is autho- unchurched with a marvelous outreach to children rized by local governments to educate the students in through the teaching of God’s Word, as His Word the public schools; and challenges us to “Train up a child in the way he WHEREAS, The goal of Project JOEL is to equip should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it” hundreds of thousands of children and young people (Prov. 22:6); and with practical information, solidly based on biblical WHEREAS, Lutheran City Ministries has a track principles, regarding drug and alcohol abuse, violence, record of beginning and maintaining ministries in the and promiscuity; and city of Detroit; and WHEREAS, There is a need to expand the Project WHEREAS, These ministries continue to be viable, JOEL mission in order to reach many more youth with but there is a greater need to teach the children the the vital message of salvation, equipping them to way of the Lord, thereby helping them to have access confront their life’s challenges; therefore be it to the richness of God’s Word; therefore be it RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Mission- RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Mission- ary League in convention vote the sum of $75,000 to ary League in convention vote the sum of $55,000 to support the vital Project JOEL outreach in Argentina, enable Lutheran City Ministries, Inc., in its outreach Chile, Cuba, Guatemala, Panama, Mexico, Nicaragua, ministry to at-risk children and teens in Detroit. Paraguay, Uruguay, and Venezuela. 8. Guest House for Mission 6. Crow Indian Ministry – Montana...... $69,999.64 Workers – Haiti...... $100,000 WHEREAS, The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod WHEREAS, The Great Commission of our Lord Jesus desires to proclaim the Lord’s Law and Gospel to all Christ is “to make disciples of all nations” and Christ nations and began work among the Crow Indians in also calls His people to travel in the footsteps of Paul Montana in 1984; and the Apostle to foreign soil, “For so the Lord has com- WHEREAS, The Lord has blessed this Crow Lutheran manded us, saying, ‘I have made you a light for the Ministry for almost 25 years, but the members of Gentiles, that you may bring salvation to the ends of Crow Lutheran Ministry do not have the financial the earth’” (Acts 13:47); and resources to fully fund the work the Lord has given WHEREAS, The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod them; and (LCMS) partners with the Evangelical Lutheran WHEREAS, The Montana District of the LCMS, Church of Haiti, baptizing members in its congrega- though faithfully assisting by an annual subsidy, is tions; and new groups, including non-Christians facing financial shortages which limit its ability to and Voodoo priests, are being brought by God to be continue subsidizing Crow Lutheran Ministry; and redeemed in record numbers; and WHEREAS, Rather than placing his name on a call list WHEREAS, God has established the LCMS World as the district suggested, Rev. Dan Jacobs agreed to Relief and Human Care Lutheran Village construc- work for a reduced salary and stay to serve the needs tion project in Haiti for mercy and Gospel outreach of the Native American people in Montana, and the to Haitian Lutherans and unchurched citizens. “How Crow Indian Ministry has cut its budget to bare neces- will they call on him in whom they have not believed? sities; therefore be it And how are they to believe in him of whom they have RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Missionary never heard? And how are they to hear without some- League in convention vote the sum of $69,999.64 to one preaching? And how are they to preach unless they assist in the support of ongoing outreach programs of are sent? As it is written, how beautiful are the feet of the Crow Lutheran Ministry. those who preach good news!” (Rom.10: 14, 15); and WHEREAS, Royal Redeemer Lutheran Church in North Royalton, Ohio, with a strong, supporting LCMS Ohio District presence will continue to be a conduit to support and encourage missionaries to travel to Haiti for the purpose of building homes,

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facilitating medical and dental clinics, teaching and 10. Exodus 2:6 Project: Spiritual Care in Disasters – serving fellow Christians, and evangelizing, support Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma...... $50,000 is now needed to construct a guest house central to the Village that offers lodging to missionaries and WHEREAS, Children and youth affected by natural hope to the community connecting these people to the disasters such as floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, and Word of God; therefore be it other crises need comfort, strength, help, and hope, along with spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Missionary healing, and we, as Christians, are to have eyes of League in convention vote the sum of $100,000, so that compassion as Jesus did when He saw a great multi- this mission work may bring glory to God, help renew tude, including children and youth; and the ministries of many Lutheran congregations in Ohio and across America, strengthen Haitian/Ameri- WHEREAS, Whoever among our children and youth can bonds, and complete the Lutheran Village in Haiti are disadvantaged due to disasters and need spiritual providing a nurturing Lutheran community. nourishment that will positively impact their overall well-being, thereby enabling us to reach out in love and 9. Seminary Library Expansion – compassion, for 1 John 3:17 states, “If anyone has mate- Kenya, East Africa...... $50,000 rial possessions and sees his brother in need but has no pity on him, how can the love of God be in him?”; and WHEREAS, Our Lord Jesus instructs us to “Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into WHEREAS, Lutheran Social Services of the South and His harvest field” (Matt. 9:38), which is an invitation to its affiliated ministry, Lutheran Social Services Disaster be engaged not only in prayer, but also in the process of Response, works with Lutheran churches and other educating and preparing people for work in the church partners across the South Central United States to pro- to serve as pastors, teachers, and deaconesses; and vide disaster response, recovery, and crucial spiritual care to youth and children in the midst of trauma when WHEREAS, The Matongo Lutheran Theological Col- no other resources exist, and such treatment helps to lege of Kenya which educates and trains pastors and generate spiritual growth, improve therapeutic out- deaconesses for Lutheran church bodies of eastern comes, and enhance their overall well-being as they are Africa and especially for our sister church body, the better equipped for future success; and Evangelical Lutheran Church in Kenya (ELCK), and its neighboring institution, the Matongo Lutheran WHEREAS, Lutheran Social Services of the South and Teachers Training College, are working toward its affiliated ministry, Lutheran Social Services Disas- becoming a recognized university in the Republic of ter Response, is the official local affiliate for Lutheran Kenya by joining together as one institution (Neema Disaster Response in the targeted multi-state region of “Grace” Lutheran University of Kenya) for the purpose Texas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma; therefore be it of preparing workers for the harvest field in eastern RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Mission- Africa; and ary League in convention vote the sum of $50,000 to WHEREAS, To accomplish this and be recognized as Lutheran Social Services of the South to help fund a university there needs to be a library containing at expenses of volunteers and provide Christian materi- least 10,000 volumes for research and learning, but the als and activities for children negatively affected by current facilities are inadequate in providing necessary natural or other disasters. classroom and library space; and 11. Two Graduate Scholarships for International/ WHEREAS, The ELCK has requested $175,000 - only a Minority Students – Concordia Seminary, portion of the total cost of the project expected to cost over $200,000 - from the LCMS for building this library/ St. Louis, Missouri...... $50,000 classroom complex, and it has been approved as a “Fan WHEREAS, Jesus Christ gave His church the urgent into Flame” project of the LCMS; and command to bring His message of salvation to all the WHEREAS, There is a great need and desire to accom- world, the Graduate School at Concordia Seminary plish the project as soon as possible and provide better trains partner church and minority LCMS students facilities for the institution in preparing workers for who are sure to be future teachers and leaders; and the harvest field; therefore be it WHEREAS, The majority of international students RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Missionary come from third world countries and cannot afford League in convention vote the sum of $50,000 to help tuition and education-related expenses at Concordia build the library for Neema Lutheran University of Seminary, and many people in the home countries Kenya, an LCMS “Fan into Flame” project. of these students have not had the opportunity to hear the Gospel message in the context of their own language and culture; and WHEREAS, These partner churches, as well as underrepresented minorities in the United States, are in need of well-prepared pastors and leaders trained at the highest level of theological scholarship to share

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the message of salvation in Christ with the world; and WHEREAS, The CHS, through the work of Rev. Benito WHEREAS, Minority LCMS students are often at a Perez, regional coordinator/educator in the Florida- tremendous financial disadvantage with respect to Georgia District, has identified, mentored, and pre- earning a theological degree; therefore be it pared at least 15 Hispanic students for church work in RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Missionary the LCMS with new cohorts added as needed, keeping League in convention vote the sum of $50,000 for the a minimum of 10-15 students studying at the satellite Graduate School at Concordia Seminary to help fund at any time; therefore be it the scholarship needs of two of its international partner RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Missionary church and/or minority LCMS students. League in convention vote the sum of $100,000 for an inaugural student financial aid fund restricted to stu- 12. Sudanese Missions – United States...... $47,000 dents enrolling in the new Concordia Seminary Center WHEREAS, Christ in His Holy Word has charged us for Hispanic Studies in Tampa, Florida, for the sake of to reach out to all nations (Matt. 28:18-20) and many passing on to future generations of Hispanics in the U.S. are now coming to the United States where there are the precious Gospel of Jesus Christ. successful ministries to Sudanese in the Pacific North- 14. Isaiah 49 Program: Interns west and in Iowa; and Working with Vulnerable Youth – WHEREAS, Many of these immigrants have faced severe religious persecution in their native land and Concordia University, Texas...... $98,000 are now finally safe to learn about Christ and share WHEREAS, Christ has called his church specifically to His truth with others; and love and care for the least of these among us (Matthew WHEREAS, The Sudanese in America are effectively 25) through a ministry of mercy to the needy (diakonia) evangelizing Nuer and other people speaking African (2 Corinthians 8 & 9, Galatians 6:10) and He reached out languages, beyond the Portland, Oregon, area but are to children in his ministry on the earth, proclaiming, unable to visit them due to lack of efficient, reliable “Let the little children come to me and do not hinder vehicles and other transportation expenses; and them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these” (Mark 10:14); and WHEREAS, Funds are also needed in the Des Moines, Iowa, area to provide instruction in necessary English WHEREAS, Youth transitioning from foster care to skills and vacation Bible schools where Sudanese and an independent status are an underserved and often other African immigrant children are reached by the forgotten population, with between 18,500 and 25,000 Gospel and then spread this Gospel message to their youth aging out of foster care each year, who are espe- families; therefore be it cially vulnerable to experiencing homelessness, early parenthood, and incarceration, and, thus, are in need RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Missionary of strong models and social support to help them navi- League in convention vote the sum of $47,000 to support gate this transition, prepare for independent living, the Sudanese ministry of Pastor Both in Portland, Or- and develop in positive and healthy directions; and egon, ($27,000) with safe transportation expenses for two (2) years, and Pastor Yiech in Des Moines, Iowa, ($20,000) WHEREAS, Concordia University Texas has a mission for part-time literacy teachers and materials, VBS ex- of developing Christian leaders to administer a Christ- penses, and a safe driver for evangelism visits. centered child welfare advocacy program, and many of the students enrolled in the institutions of the 13. Center for Hispanic Studies – Concordia Semi- Concordia University System have been blessed with nary – Tampa, Florida Satellite...... $100,000 strong Christian role models and mentors, equipping them to serve as effective mentors for youth and peers, WHEREAS, Hispanics are the largest and fastest- as has been shown by the LWML-supported first growing non-Anglo ethnic group in the United States, phase of the Isaiah 49 Program; and accounting for 25% of the total population by 2050 and 60% of the total population growth from now until WHEREAS, The BeREAL Program piloted by Bethle- 2050; and hem Transition Services of Lutheran Social Services of the South seeks to connect foster youth in New WHEREAS, Effective outreach and evangelism among Orleans, Louisiana, to young adults throughout the Hispanics in the U.S. will require that The Lutheran United States who can model a high standard of Church—Missouri Synod significantly increase the education, career, and social mentoring, and service number of Hispanic students for pastoral and deacon- mission opportunities involving mentoring and train- ess ministries; and ing for mentors may be made available to students WHEREAS, Concordia Seminary has assumed respon- throughout the Concordia University System and be sibility for the preparation of Hispanic pastors and dea- conducted in diverse locations; and conesses in the Spanish language through its Center WHEREAS, Child welfare agencies face difficulties in for Hispanic Studies (CHS), as a major component of hiring and retaining caseworkers, despite an increas- its charter to provide theological education and leading need for competent and dedicated workers in this ership to and on behalf of the LCMS; and area of practice, and students at Concordia University

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Texas, especially those with a Behavioral Sciences ma- 16. Deaconess Residential Education jor, are encouraged to grow in their faith and in their Program – South Africa...... $50,000 understanding of how to be God’s mask in the world through the living out of vocation; therefore be it WHEREAS, Mercy is goodness; goodness is love; and therefore, mercy is love, the great basic command for RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Missionary our life is: “Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful” League in convention vote the sum of $98,000 to Con- (Luke 6:36); and cordia University Texas for implementing Phase II of the Isaiah 49 Program: Serving Vulnerable Youth in the WHEREAS, LCMS World Relief and Human Care has Transition to Healthy Adulthood, to create opportuni- worked closely with the Lutheran Church in Southern ties for students from across the Concordia University Africa on a myriad of projects and desires to engage the System who have a passion for working in child wel- Lutheran Women’s Missionary League in the works of fare to participate in a program that will motivate and mercy as a partner in missions and ministry; and prepare them for future service to vulnerable children WHEREAS, The vocation to mercy is addressed to in public and private agencies, including those affili- the church at all levels, and LCMS World Relief and ated with The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Human Care and the Lutheran Church in Southern Africa reach out in Christ’s name to those in need 15. Support for Lutheran Orphanages – worldwide and prepare those to preach and admin- Haiti...... $70,000 ister sacraments rendering love to the needy through WHEREAS, The Great Commission of our Lord Jesus the deaconess training program at the Lutheran Theo- Christ is “to make disciples of all nations” (Matt. 28:18), logical Seminary in Tshwane, Pretoria, South Africa; and it calls His people to travel in the footsteps of Paul therefore be it the Apostle to foreign soil, “For this is what the Lord RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Missionary has commanded us: ‘I have made you a light for the League in convention vote the sum of $50,000 for pro- Gentiles, that you may bring salvation to the ends of viding residential education for deaconess ministries the earth’” (Acts 13:47); and (works of mercy) as they provide educational materials, WHEREAS, The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod love, and hope to women and children who suffer from (LCMS) partners with the Evangelical Lutheran physical abuse, HIV, substance and alcohol abuse. Church of Haiti (ELCH) baptizing members in its con- 17. Pregnancy Center: Newborn Protection – gregations; and new groups, including non-Christians and Voodoo priests, are being brought by God to be Malaysia, Southeast Asia...... $54,500 redeemed in record numbers; and WHEREAS, Psalm 139:13-14 says, “For you created my WHEREAS, God has established the LCMS World inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s Relief and Human Care Lutheran Village construc- womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and won- tion project in Haiti for mercy and Gospel outreach derfully made”; and to Haitian Lutherans and unchurched citizens, “How, WHEREAS, The current problem which is on the rise then, can they call on the one they have not believed in Malaysia among young pregnant women is that in? And how can they believe in the one of whom they often deliver their babies on their own without they have not heard? And how can they hear with- any medical assistance and continue to dump their ba- out someone preaching to them? And how can they bies in common trash receptacles or abort their babies preach unless they are sent? As it is written, ‘How due to cultural pressure; and beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!’” WHEREAS, With the support of LCMS World Relief (Rom. 10: 14, 15); and and Human Care, the Evangelical Lutheran Church WHEREAS, LCMS World Relief and Human Care in Malaysia (ELCM) established Women’s Care and Disaster Relief will continue to be a conduit to support Counseling Center to give counsel and offer support and encourage our Lutheran Haitian partners to oper- and medical care for these mothers; and ate a number of orphanages to provide housing, food, WHEREAS, The need to relocate the center and medical care, and education services on a long-term remodel another property has become necessary; basis, support is needed for the operational costs of at therefore be it least four orphanages connecting the orphans served RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Mission- with the love and mercy of Christ; therefore be it ary League in convention vote the sum of $54,500 to RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Mission- provide a new location and to renovate the ELCM ary League in convention vote the sum of $70,000 so Women’s Care and Counseling Center, so that it can that this mission work through the operation of these continue to provide pregnant women counseling, care, Lutheran orphanages may bring glory to God, help and the message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ as they renew the ministries of both the ELCH and the Haitian make God-pleasing decisions to keep and nurture Lutheran Church, strengthen our Lutheran Haitian/ their babies. American bonds, and allow for these services to be provided to the homeless and parentless children of Haiti.

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18. Children’s Developmental Disabilities Group ganization (RSO) of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Home and Rehabilitation Center – Synod, working in harmony with LCMS World Mis- sion, Commission on Ministerial Growth and Support, Dominican Republic...... $100,000 Congregational Health Ministries (World Relief and WHEREAS, St. Paul says in 1 Corinthians 16:9, “… a Human Care), Concordia Plan Services, and other enti- great door for effective work has opened to me …”, ties of Synod; and and the Lord has opened similar doors to Good WHEREAS, Mission work commitments, time, and Shepherd Lutheran Homes in the Dominican Republic distance prevent LCMS missionaries from attending to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ especially with a traditional Grace Place event in the United States; people with intellectual and developmental disabili- therefore be it ties and their families; and RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Mission- WHEREAS, These children currently receive very ary League in convention vote the sum of $75,000 to poor care, no educational or recreational opportuni- provide underwriting for three LCMS International ties, no rehabilitative care, and no spiritual care, or are Missionary Grace Place events in Asia (2012), Eurasia abandoned, and the Dominican government provides (2013), and Latin America (2014) to serve all LCMS no support or training for them and their parents; and missionaries in those regions. WHEREAS, Good Shepherd Lutheran Homes has the opportunity to extend Christ’s love and mercy to 20. The Lutheran Malaria Initiative – these families of children with developmental dis- Kenya, East Africa...... $100,000 abilities through the development of a rehabilitation WHEREAS, Luke 4:38-39 says, “Now Simon’s mother- center that will provide therapy, training, orientation, in-law was suffering from a high fever, and they asked and spiritual care; and Jesus to help her. So he bent over her and rebuked the WHEREAS, The financial resources of these individu- fever, and it left her. She got up at once and began to als are limited in this third-world nation making wait on them”; and the undertaking of this project impossible for them; WHEREAS, Malaria is preventable and treatable, yet therefore be it nearly 500 million people a year are infected and RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Missionary upwards of one million people a year die from the League in convention grant the sum of $100,000 to disease with pregnant women and children under the Good Shepherd Lutheran Homes in the Dominican age of five most vulnerable to malaria, resulting in the Republic to construct a group home and rehabilitation death of a child every 45 seconds; and center and provide for staffing and operational costs WHEREAS, The Lutheran Malaria Initiative (LMI) is so that children and youth with disabilities and their a collaborative effort to mobilize millions of Lutherans families can receive the spiritual and physical care in the United States to join in the battle against malaria, they so desperately need. and delegates to the 64th Regular Convention of The 19. Grace Place for LCMS Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) voted over- whelmingly to join the Lutheran Malaria Initiative to International Missionaries...... $75,000 restore health and inspire hope to communities plagued WHEREAS, Jesus Christ has called us to an abundant by malaria, and Lutheran World Relief (LWR) is also a life in which each of us can serve the Lord joyfully key partner in the Lutheran Malaria Initiative; and and vigorously with all the gifts and skills He has WHEREAS, Malaria is the leading cause of death in given us so that we may bring people to Christ and Kenya, and only eight percent of children infected with glorify God (Mark 12:30); and malaria receive appropriate treatment, resulting in the WHEREAS, Missionaries on the front lines of the Lutheran churches in Kenya seeking to support Kenya’s ministry of the Word often face extremely difficult national commitment to the eradication of malaria; and situations for themselves and the people they strive to WHEREAS, The LCMS and LWR are working with serve, while Grace Place is focused on keeping church Kenyan Lutheran church partners to mobilize com- workers healthy … physically, emotionally, relation- munities, empower healthcare providers and medical ally, fiscally, and spiritually; and facilities, and strengthen institutional capacity to WHEREAS, Grace Place has conducted more than contribute to the shared goal of ending malaria deaths 100 health and wellness training events for church in Africa, and the malaria work will be integrated workers in locations across the United States, where throughout the Word and Sacrament ministries of the objectives are met through a carefully-developed and churches; therefore be it systematically-presented curriculum focusing on pre- RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Missionary ventive health strategies and integrated wellness, with League in convention vote the sum of $100,000 to sup- training and resources presented in all areas of health port the continued implementation and expansion of and reinforced through the one-year post-retreat this anti-malaria work by Lutheran churches in Kenya, online learning module; and which will contribute to the global goal of containing WHEREAS, Grace Place is a Recognized Service Or- malaria deaths by 2015.

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21. Cancer Care Package Ministry...... $100,000 23. Missionary Family Care WHEREAS, Christ in His Holy Word has charged us and Education...... $100,000 to provide Christ-centered support and hope to those WHEREAS, Missionaries and their families are called who are ill and affected by cancer; and to serve God and His people around the world, but WHEREAS, Educated Christian volunteers are missionary parents cannot continue in their impor- prepared to share His Word with patients, families, tant called mission service without the reassurance and friends affected by cancer through care package of quality care and education for their school-aged delivery; and children; and WHEREAS, Hospitals, LCMS churches and schools, WHEREAS, There are currently 59 missionary children, and surrounding communities are a mission field; and commonly known as Missionary Kids (MKs), in school WHEREAS, The people of Phil’s Friends are unable to while their parents serve the church, and they range in finance fully the cost of assembling and delivering care age from elementary school through college; and packages full of hope and comfort rooted in the Gospel WHEREAS, MKs learn in a variety of settings, from to those affected by cancer; therefore be it home schooling to English-speaking international RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Missionary schools, to public schools in the local language, to League in convention vote the sum of $100,000 to help Christian boarding schools, and they often live in a fund delivery of cancer care packages through LCMS “third culture” that is made up of American ideas and churches across the United States. traditions in combination with the local culture; and WHEREAS, MKs need to be well prepared education- 22. Pastoral Support for Outreach – ally for entry or re-entry into an American school Jamaica...... $61,500 system and American culture; therefore be it WHEREAS, LCMS World Mission has had a mission RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Missionary presence in Jamaica since 1993, and has sent mission- League in convention vote the sum of $100,000 to pro- aries to work in the cities of Kingston and Portmore to vide Missionary Kids’ education where needed most raise up Jamaican church leaders, American mis- throughout the world. sionaries being often seen as outsiders who can never really understand the life of a Jamaican; and 24. Children’s Nutrition and Care – WHEREAS, Many Jamaicans feel a strong connec- Vietnam...... $72,255 tion to Africa, home of their ancestors, and identify WHEREAS, Vietnam has 79 language groups, but themselves as Africans, even though they have never Vietnamese is the common language, and English is left the island of Jamaica; and becoming a preferred second language; and WHEREAS, The Lutheran Church of Nigeria, an WHEREAS, Vietnam, a communist country usu- LCMS sister/partner church, worked with LCMS ally closed to religious organizations, welcomes the World Mission to send Rev. Obot Ite and his wife, Aba- support of LCMS World Mission personnel who work sifreke, to serve as missionaries to the men, women, closely with the Vietnam National Institute of Nutri- and children of Jamaica, and Rev. Ite is able to connect tion and reach out to the people of Vietnam through with Jamaicans, especially Rastafarians, because of education and humanitarian projects; and his African roots, and he lets them know with cer- WHEREAS, LCMS World Mission personnel teach tainty that Jesus came for all people; and better farming, fishing, and nutrition to the rural Viet- WHEREAS, Due to the overwhelming response to namese, so that more than 99 percent of the people Rev. Ite’s ministry, LCMS World Mission, the church involved know God’s love in action; and in Jamaica, and the Lutheran Church of Nigeria are WHEREAS, LCMS World Mission recently received praying for a second Nigerian Lutheran pastor and his permission to build and staff an international school family to join Rev. Ite and his wife to bring the Gospel in Hanoi, Vietnam, to serve a large and growing com- message to even more people; therefore be it munity of international students; therefore be it RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Missionary RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Mission- League in convention vote the sum of $61,500 to sup- ary League in convention vote the sum of $72,255 to port Rev. Obot Ite and the outreach ministry he does to show Christ’s love for the people of Vietnam through share God’s love and care with the people of Jamaica. English classes and humanitarian projects.

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25. Ministry Training and Program Development WHEREAS, LIGHT (Lutheran Indians Gathering for Lutheran Inter-City Network Coalition and Helping Together) Ministry offers a unique opportunity to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ to (LINC) – Pasadena, Texas...... $75,000 1000 HINU students representing over 145 federally WHEREAS, Christ in His Holy Word has charged us funded tribes from more than 40 states on the campus to reach out to all nations, and now the city of Hous- of HINU in Lawrence, Kansas, some of whom will ton and its surrounding areas, due to the sizeable be able to be recruited and trained for professional number of people relocating to this area, has a unique church work vocations in the Lutheran Church; and opportunity and responsibility to reach out to large WHEREAS, Many of the students who will be served numbers of current and future ethnic residents with by the Lutheran Campus Ministry will be able to the saving message of Jesus; and return to their communities as witnesses to the power WHEREAS, Lutheran Inter-City Network Coalition of the Gospel, and this program offers the possibility (LINC) Houston has developed, in partnership with of inspiring a resurgence of mission to Native Ameri- The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, a proven, cans; therefore, be it successful program to train and equip ethnic ministry RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Missionary leaders for service in their respective communities League in convention vote the sum of $100,000 to fund in Houston and in North America and is currently the expanding Lutheran Campus Ministry by provid- providing valuable programs and services to the coming additional staff and training, and transportation munities it serves; and for student Reaching Back Teams at Haskell Indian WHEREAS, LINC Houston has received the gift of Nations University in Lawrence, Kansas. property containing a church, school, gym, and land located in Pasadena, Texas, that will become LINC 27. Financial Support for LCMS Prison and Jail Pasadena Mission Center for the purpose of training Ministry Conference...... $27,500 new spiritual leaders, providing worship opportuni- WHEREAS, Christ in His Holy Word has charged us ties, and delivering programs and services to the to reach out to those in prison, “’I needed clothes and Pasadena and South Houston communities including you clothed me. I was sick and you looked after me. I families, women, and children; and was in prison and you came to visit me’ … ‘When did WHEREAS, LINC missionaries work to develop mis- we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?’ The sion congregations among their own ethnic people, King will reply, ‘I tell you the truth, whatever you did reaching out to many new immigrants and refugees for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did by welcoming, nurturing, sustaining, and serving for me’” (Matt. 25:36, 39-40); and ethnic congregations speaking a familiar language WHEREAS, We are told in Heb. 13:3, “Remember and practicing familiar customs and providing food, those in prison, as if you were their fellow prisoners, programs, classes, and services; therefore be it and those who are mistreated, as if you yourselves RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Mission- were suffering.”; and ary League in convention vote the sum of $75,000 to WHEREAS, Synod in Convention at Houston in July, provide funding support for LINC Pasadena Mission 2010, passed Resolution 6-05, which reads in part Center in Pasadena, Texas, over the next two years to “Resolved, That these resources and training events be help bring Christ to all nations through leadership made available to all clergy and lay volunteers inter- training, church services, and community programs. ested in all types of prison and jail ministry, and the 26. Haskell Indian Nations University synod sponsor another synodwide prison and jail ministry Lutheran Campus Ministry Expansion – conference prior to the next LCMS convention.”; and Lawrence, Kansas...... $100,000 WHEREAS, The Lutheran Women’s Missionary League funded the first Synodwide Prison and Jail WHEREAS, God has a purpose and plan for each one Ministry Conference in 2005 with a grant of $20,000, of us (Jer. 29:11) and has called the students at Haskell which included over 100 lay and clergy participants Indian Nations University (HINU) for “such a time as from 25 LCMS Districts; therefore be it this” (Esther 4:14) to be History Makers in impacting RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Missionary the lives of those in their communities; and League in convention vote the sum of $27,500 to help WHEREAS, The Lutheran Association of Missionaries in underwriting the cost of the synodwide Prison and and Pilots U.S., Inc., a Recognized Service Organiza- Jail Ministry Conference in 2012-13. tion (RSO) of the LCMS, is working in partnership with the LWML and LCMS districts; and WHEREAS, There has been little success over the last 200 years of Lutheran Missions to Native Americans in raising up Native pastors and teachers, and less than 5% of Native American people know Jesus Christ as their personal Savior; and

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28. Hmong Pastoral Support – WHEREAS, YLMHC touches lives nearby in its St. Paul, Minnesota...... $60,000 unique prison ministry program and fulfills the Great Commission by providing the hungry with their WHEREAS, God intends that His Word spreads physical daily bread as they share Christ’s Word with from Jerusalem to the ends of the earth, including them; therefore be it the neighborhood served by St. Stephanus Lutheran RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Mission- Church, a mostly Caucasian congregation in the ary League in convention vote the sum of $51,373 to Frogtown neighborhood of St. Paul, Minnesota, where provide sustaining funds for these programs that there is a unique opportunity to reach out to a large provide food to meet the physical needs of those community of Hmong; and living in poverty and allow YLMHC to minister and WHEREAS, The Minnesota South District of The bring Christ’s love and His saving Word to meet their Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod has been working in spiritual needs. Hmong ministry for many years, and is willing to partner with St. Stephanus prayerfully and financially; and 30. Lutheran Braille Workers Plate WHEREAS, St. Stephanus members have made numer- Embossing Device...... $100,000 ous connections with the Hmong community in their WHEREAS, 60 million people in the world are blind, neighborhood through numerous events in the past many living on the edge of their society and often several years, and members recognize that there is a relegated to positions of obscurity, hungry to read but need for a Hmong leader to be on staff at St. Stephanus unable to possess God’s Word in their hands; and since people usually relate best to people from their WHEREAS, Lutheran Braille Workers (LBW), the fifth own culture and ethnic group; and largest producer of free Braille Bibles and Christian WHEREAS, The members of St. Stephanus, while in materials in the world, produces and distributes over a stable financial situation, are not able at this time 11 million sheets of Braille material a year with the as- to move ahead in this Hmong ministry, although a sistance of over 5100 volunteers at 200 work centers; and Hmong pastor is available to fulfill this specific min- WHEREAS, LBW receives approximately 9000 re- istry position and he would also identify and mentor quests for materials a year and needs a Plate Emboss- new Hmong leaders for the continuation of the minis- ing Device (PED) to emboss the zinc plates used by try; therefore be it the work center volunteers to create each sheet of RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Missionary Christian materials and Bibles; and League in convention vote the sum of $60,000 for WHEREAS, The current PED is over 13 years old, hav- the financial support of a Hmong pastor to establish, ing long passed its normal life and no longer able to be lead, and develop a Hmong ministry in the Frog- serviced by the only company in the United States that town neighborhood around St. Stephanus Lutheran produces and maintains such a unique device; and Church, St. Paul, Minnesota. WHEREAS, LBW pledges to commit $50,000 toward 29. Physical and Spiritual Nourishment the $150,000 needed to purchase, ship and provide for the Impoverished – supplies for a new PED; therefore be it United States/Mexico Border...... $51,373 RESOLVED, That the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League in convention vote the sum of $100,000 for Lu- WHEREAS, Christ reminds us in Matthew 25 that theran Braille Workers for the purchase of a new Plate when we feed the hungry or give drink to the thirsty, Embossing Device to continue producing needed, re- we minister to our Lord himself through the least of quested Bibles and Christian materials to bring those our brothers; and living with blindness the comfort and light of God’s WHEREAS, Our neighbors in the Rio Grande Valley love through reading His Word. of El Paso/Juarez hunger and thirst for not just the food of the body, but the food of the Spirit, and Ysleta Lutheran Mission Human Care (YLMHC), a Recog- nized Service Organization of the LCMS, lives out the Great Commission in its daily work among the poor providing for these needs in various ways including: every Monday through Friday serving up to 100 hot lunches to the people of its community, the weekly King’s Table (“Mesa de Reyes”) nourishes up to 300 children each week with a hot lunch, Bible lesson, and engaging activities, and more than 125 families receive food baskets each week, and, most importantly, YLMHC also feeds the spiritual hunger of those in need by teaching Bible lessons and distributing tracts and Bibles through these same programs; and

Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois 43 mission grant selection tally Delegates will be voting for eight grants. Grant requests receiving the most votes (plurality) will be funded, until the approved mission goal is reached. votes plurality received ranking As he looked up, Jesus saw the rich . 1 ______1. Lutheran Bible Translators Spread God’s Word Through Print and Audio - $97,344 putting their gifts 2. ______2. Gospel Outreach Through Open Arms Child Care - $65,000 into the temple 3. ______3. Hospital Addition to Christian Welfare Centre – Malappuram, India - $100,000 treasury. He also 4. ______4. Developmental Disability Ministry Outreach – Louisville, Kentucky - $63,700 saw a poor widow put in two very 5. ______5. Project JOEL – Outreach to Youth – Central/South America - $75,000 small copper coins. 6. ______6. Crow Indian Ministry – Montana - $69,999.64 ”I tell you the truth,” 7. ______7. Outreach to At-Risk Children – Detroit, Michigan - $55,000 he said, “this poor widow has put 8. ______8. Guest House for Mission Workers – Haiti - $100,000 in more than all 9. ______9. Seminary Library Expansion – Kenya, East Africa - $50,000 the others. All 10. ______10. Exodus 2:6 Project: Spiritual Care in Disasters – Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma - $50,000 these people gave their gifts out of 11. ______11. Two Graduate Scholarships for International/Minority Students – Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, Missouri - $50,000 their wealth; but she out of her 12. ______12. Sudanese Missions – United States - $47,000 poverty put in all 13. ______13. Center for Hispanic Studies – Concordia Seminary - she had to live on.” Tampa, Florida Satellite - $100,000 Luke 21: 1-4 14. ______14. Isaiah 49 Program: Interns Working with Vulnerable Youth – Concordia University, Texas - $98,000 15. ______15. Support for Lutheran Orphanages – Haiti - $70,000 16. ______16. Deaconess Residential Education Program – South Africa - $50,000 17. ______17. Pregnancy Center: Newborn Protection – Malaysia, Southeast Asia - $54,500 18. ______18. Children’s Developmental Disabilities Group Home and Rehabilitation Center – Dominican Republic - $100,000 19. ______19. Grace Place for LCMS International Missionaries - $75,000 20. ______20. The Lutheran Malaria Initiative – Kenya, East Africa - $100,000 21. ______21. Cancer Care Package Ministry - $100,000 22. ______22. Pastoral Support for Outreach – Jamaica - $61,500 23. ______23. Missionary Family Care and Education - $100,000 24. ______24. Children’s Nutrition and Care – Vietnam - $72,255 25. ______25. Ministry Training and Program Development for Lutheran Inter-City Network Coalition (LINC) – Pasadena, Texas - $75,000 26. ______26. Haskell Indian Nations University Lutheran Campus Ministry Expansion – Lawrence, Kansas - $100,000 27. ______27. Financial Support for LCMS Prison and Jail Ministry Conference - $27,500 28. ______28. Hmong Pastoral Support – St. Paul, Minnesota - $60,000 29. ______29. Physical and Spiritual Nourishment for the Impoverished – United States/Mexico Border - $51,373 30. ______30. Lutheran Braille Workers Plate Embossing Device - $100,000

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Remaining Mission 1. Building Ten Churches in India...... $100,000 - Completed Grants from the 2. Circuit Rider for Rural Northwest South Dakota...... $65,000 - Completed 2007-2009 Biennium Paid during the 3. Female Missionary to Africa for Human Relief...... $100,000 - Completed 2009-2011 Biennium 4. Isaiah 49 Program - Preparing for Service in Child Welfare - Concordia University Texas...... $80,000 - Completed 5. Outreach Ministry to the Homeless and Addicted - Detroit...... $49,000 - Completed

Mission Grants 1. Defray the Cost of Shipping Quilts by Lutheran World Relief...... $80,000 - Paid: $58,108 from the 2009-2011 *Balance: $21,892 Biennium 2. Concordia Seminary, St. Louis Food Bank Relocation...... $50,000 - Completed 3. The Carpenter’s Hands - Youth Refurbish Homes in Florida...... $26,000 - Completed 4. Ps. 69:14 Project - Emergency Disaster Aid in Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana...... $50,000 - Completed 5. Digitize Classes for Specific Ministry Pastor Program - Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne...... $36,000 - Completed 6. 10 Chapels, Transportation, and Pastoral Training in Tanzania...... $88,000 - Completed 7. Body and Soul Care for Children in India...... $50,000 - Completed 8. LCMS Prison Ministry Provides Devotional Materials...... $50,000 - Completed 9. Lutheran Braille Workers Provide English Braille Bibles - Africa...... $100,000 - Completed 10. Kyrgyzstan Locals Trained for Evangelism...... $100,000 - Completed 11. The Hope Center for Refugees and Immigrants - Ohio...... $90,000 - Paid: $70,000 *Balance: $20,000 12. Human Care and Pastoral Ministries Developed in Latvia and Lithuania...... $87,500 - Completed 13. Mission Support to Disabled Children - Dominican Republic...... $50,000 - Completed 14. Native Leadership Scholarships for Students Enrolled in Ethnic Immigrant Institute of Theology (EIIT)...... $100,000 - Completed 15. Humanitarian Care Outreach in Kazakhstan...... $90,000 - Completed 16. International Student Ministry Provides Bibles and Christ- Oriented Resources...... $30,000 - Completed 17. Earthquake Relief Aid and Church Plants in Peru...... $100,000 - Completed 18. Light of Christ Chinese Lutheran Mission - St. Louis...... $75,000 - Completed 19. Humanitarian Aid Opens Mission Field in North Korea...... $82,482 - Completed

Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois 45 a word of thanks for faithful service

The following servant leaders of LWML answered God’s call to serve in the LWML and are now completing four years of service as elected officers of LWML. We thank God for each one for the commitment shown to the organization as they have served as volunteer executives. President Janice M. Wendorf Vice President of Human Care Deaconess Sylvia Johnson Vice President of Servant Resources Eloise Kuhlmann Treasurer Helen Miller Pastoral Counselor Rev. Michael Mattil Appreciation and thanks to those who have completed a two-year appointment in the following offices on the Executive Committee: Meeting Manager Pat Reichert Planner Karen Soeken Public Relations Director Edie Norris We are grateful for the years of faithful service of Contracts Administrator Ruth Ann Johnson, who is retiring from this position at the close of this convention. Ruth Ann was appointed in 2001. On behalf of the Lutheran Women’s Mission- ary League, sincere thanks to each elected officer, - pastoral counselor, appointed officer, special ap T p:o Helen Miller, Karen Soeken, Rev. Mike Mattil pointed personnel, committee member, task force Center: Deaconess Sylvia Johnson, RuthA nn Johnson, member, and all who have so faithfully served. God Janice M. Wendorf has richly blessed the LWML with a tremendous Edie Norris Bottom: Pat Reichert, Eloise Kuhlmann, volunteer force who have chosen to serve through LWML. Each of these people represents the heart and identity of the LWML; they are the face of the LWML. May we never grow weary in sharing the message of saving faith in Jesus Christ. All glory be to God alone. Serving Him and His with you,

Janice M. Wendorf, LWML President 2007-2011

46 Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois report of the president

P resident |Janice Wendorf In the later years of her life my mother often said, “The days are long, but the years go fast.” This officer certainly experienced that in her four years as the 16th president of the LWML. As an elected officer, the general activities and duties of the office were performed as required: responded to all correspondence, emails, phone calls, and faxes; wrote thank you notes and letters for gifts to the LWML; reviewed and approved materials for publications, including the LWML website www.lwml.org; signed vouchers and contracts; prepared official calls and agendas for Executive Committee and Board of Directors; presided over meetings of the Executive Committee and Board of Directors, including an electronic meeting held February 2- March 2, 2011, following cancellation of the board meeting due to severe weather over much of the country. A sampling of specific activities related to the primary targets for the biennium: For this reason I bow my knees before the Father, Growing in the Lord Sharing the Heart and Identity of LWML from whom every family  Spent daily quiet time in God’s Word fol-  Represented the LWML and brought greet- lowing Today’s Light® devotional guide, ings to major gatherings including: in heaven and on earth ® is named, that according using The Lutheran Study Bible ;  the 5th Convention of LWML Canada to the riches of his glory  Provided weekly interview/devotional in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada; he may grant you to thoughts on KFUO radio, programs are ar-  92nd Annual Lutheran Laymen’s be strengthened with chived on LWML website, under News, KFUO; League Convention in Greensboro, power through his Spirit  Prayed for the LWML, its members, leaders, North Carolina; in your inner being, so and advocates on all levels;  3rd LCMS Hispanic Convention in that Christ may dwell  Shared spiritual insights and applications Orlando, Florida; in your hearts through on president’s blog, website home page  LCMS Convention, Houston, Texas; faith—that you, being approximately once per month, and Presi-  93rd Annual Lutheran Laymen’s League rooted and grounded in dent’s Page Lutheran Woman’s Quarterly; Convention in Omaha, Nebraska; love, may have strength  Joined with sisters and brothers in Christ, to comprehend with gathering in Word and Sacrament, and wor-  Offeredencouragement to LWML district all the saints what is shiping our Triune God at LWML district presidents in their roles and leadership; the breadth and length events and LCMS meetings and convention.  Made personal phone calls with each of the 21 new LWML district presidents following and height and depth, Embracing Our Diversity and to know the love the 2010 LWML district conventions;  of Christ that surpasses Thanked God for the diversity represented  Presented to the LCMS Task Force on Har- on the national level of LWML; knowledge, that you mony and Unity in the Synod; may be filled with all  Attended Third LCMS Hispanic Conven-  Presented grant checks to several of the re- the fullness of God. Now tion as a minority; cipients of LWML grants for the biennium; to him who is able to  Made initial contacts for LWML-sponsored  Taped video greetings from the president do far more abundantly event for deaconess and pastoral students in for use on LWML Sunday 2009 and 2010; than all that we ask or the Center for Hispanic Studies, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, Missouri, May 2011;  Represented the LWML and brought greet- think, according to the ings at the funeral services of Helen Morris, power at work within  Had several meetings with Dr. Arthur Just 8th president of the LWML, Mankato, Min- us, to him be glory in and Dr. Cynthia Lumley, Deaconess Pro- nesota, and Mabel Schmidt , past president the church and in Christ gram Directors at Concordia Theological of the LWML Iowa East District, Cedar Jesus throughout all Seminary (CTS), Fort Wayne, Indiana, re- Rapids, Iowa. generations, forever and garding closer ties with deaconess students and formation of LWML society at CTS; ever. Amen.  Supported and encouraged LWML districts Ephesians 3: 14-21 (ESV) to participate in Heart to Heart Training for district leaders, pre-convention June 2011.

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Executive Committee (EC) Board of Directors  Held eight meetings; convention program-  Held two “in person” meetings: February ming committee met one time without an 2010 in St. Louis, Missouri; June 2011 in associated EC meeting (March 15-17, 2011, Peoria, Illinois; Peoria, Illinois);  Held one electronic meeting: February  Attended by 15 people-the eight elected 2-March 2, 2011, following provisions in officers, two pastoral counselors, meeting LWML Bylaws and necessitated by the can- manager, planner, public relations director, cellation of the scheduled meeting because LWML business administrator, and liaison of severe weather over much of the country; to the office of the president of the LCMS;  Attended an optional tour of the LCMS  Participated in and/or prepared Bible International Center, and Historic Trinity studies, worship services, devotions, and Lutheran Church, February 2010, St. Louis, prayers; Missouri;  Served on subcommittees of the EC;  Participated in presentations and President  Assisted with appointing personnel to to President sessions; LWML committees and task forces, ap-  Chose six nominees for pastoral counselor proved appointments; which were submitted to the Nominating  Represented the LWML to each of the 40 Committee for their selection of two for the LWML district conventions; convention ballot;  Presented to the Board of Directors for  Considered recommendations and resolu- approval all programs requiring financial tions, discussing as necessary; support from the district;  Approved recommendations and resolutions  Evaluated, promoted, and coordinated all for presentation to the convention body; activities and products, based on the LWML  Approved mite goal work program; mission statement and primary targets for the biennium;  Chose recipients for the convention offerings;  Had female members of the EC serve as  Considered and approved amendments to personal contacts with each of the district the bylaws to the convention voting body; presidents to improve communication  Assisted with development and approval of which became very helpful after the can- primary targets for the 2011-2013 biennium. celled board meeting;  Recommended resolutions to the Board of Representing the LWML Directors for their approval; 2009  Developed goals and objectives for two In-  June 28: LWML Executive Committee Meet- terdepartmental meetings, and 2011 LWML ing #1, Portland, OR convention;  July 9-12: LWML Canada Triennial Conven-  Reviewed, developed, and recommended tion, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada primary targets for the 2011-2013 biennium;  July 14-19: International Lutheran Laymen’s  Approved amendments to the bylaws for League Convention, Greensboro, NC presentation to the voting body of this  July 21-24: LCMS Hispanic Convention, convention; Orlando, FL  Approved mission grants for the conven-  August 18-22: LWML Executive Committee tion ballot; Meeting #2, St. Louis, MO  Approved insurance coverage;  September 9-12: PRAY 2009, St. Louis, MO  Supervised the program of work and budget for this biennium;  Accepted many assignments in addition to the responsibilities of their positions.

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 September 23: Lutheran Association of Mis- 2010 sionaries and Pilots U.S. Staff Meeting; Grant  January 10-11: LCMS South Wisconsin #14 Native Leadership Scholarships for Stu- District Pastors/Wives Pre-Lent Retreat, Dr. dents Enrolled in Ethnic Immigrant Institute Reed Lessing, presenter, Manitowoc, WI of Theology (EIIT), Brookfield, WI  January 31: Worship and Greetings; Grant  September 26: Zone #8 Rally, LWML South #18 Light of Christ Chinese Lutheran Mis- Wisconsin District, Grafton, WI sion, Olivette, MO  September 30: Meeting with Brenda Meier,  January 31-Febraury 2: LWML Convention Lutheran World Relief, Glendale, WI Programming Committee, St. Louis, MO  October 3: LWML Reception, Concordia  February 2-4: LWML Executive Committee Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, IN Meeting #4, St. Louis, MO  October 5-8: Governance and Executive  February 5: LWML Board of Directors tour Training, Pastoral Leadership Institute, Ses- of LCMS International Center and Trinity sion #3, Saint Charles, IL Lutheran Church, St. Louis, MO  October 10: Visited Grant #2, Concordia  February 5-7: LWML Board of Directors Seminary, St. Louis Food Bank Relocation, Meeting #1, St. Louis, MO St. Louis, MO  March 20-21: LWML Assembly of Leaders  October 10: LWML Reception, Concordia Event, LWML Iowa East District, keynote Seminary, St. Louis, MO speaker, Cedar Rapids, IA  October 11-13: LWML Convention Program-  March 22-24: LWML Convention Program- ming Committee, St. Louis, MO ming Committee, Peoria, IL  October 13-15: LWML Executive Committee  March 24-26: LWML Executive Committee Meeting #3, St. Louis, MO Meeting #5, Peoria, IL  October 15-18: LWML Interdepartmental  April 13-15: LCMS Board for Mission Ser- Meeting, St. Louis, MO vices meeting, St. Louis, MO  October 20: Living Grace Luncheon, Con-  April 16-18: LWML Montana District Con- cordia University Wisconsin, Deb Burma vention, Helena, MT speaker, Mequon, WI  April 23-25: LWML Atlantic District Conven-  October 26-28: LCMS Women’s Ministry tion, Suffern, NY Roundtable Discussion, St. Louis, MO  April 29-May 2: LWML Utah-Idaho District  October 29: Presentation to the Convention, Pocatello, ID LCMS President’s Task Force on Harmony,  May 10-13: Governance and Executive Train- St. Louis, MO ing, Pastoral Leadership Institute, Session #4,  November 13-14: LWML Peoria Host Com- Carefree, AZ mittee Meeting #1, Peoria, IL  May 20: Video Tape Greetings for LWML  November 16-18: LCMS Board for Mission Sunday, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, MO Services meeting, Tampa, FL  June 4-6: LWML Central Illinois District  November 18-20: LCMS Mission Partners Convention, Quincy, IL Conference, Tampa, FL  June 10-13: Missouri District LWML Conven-  November 20: LCMS Foundation Annual tion, Springfield, MO Meeting, Tampa, FL  June 16: Presented Mission Grant check to  November 22: Worship service and pre- Grant #4 Psalm 69:14 Project – Emergency sentation of grant check to Grant #3 The Disaster Aid in Texas, Oklahoma, and Loui- Carpenter’s Hands – Youth Refurbish siana; Lutheran Social Services of the South; Homes in Florida, Grace Lutheran Church, Austin, TX St. Petersburg, FL  June 16-20 LWML Texas District Convention,  November 20-23 Lutheran Church Extension Austin, TX Fund Fall Leadership Conference, Tampa, FL;  June 24-27 LWML Indiana District Conven- tion, Indianapolis, IN  July 7-11: LWML Michigan District Conven- tion, Dearborn, MI

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 July 11-16: LCMS Triennial Convention, 2011 Houston, TX  January 4-6: LWML Grant Selection  July 21-25: International Lutheran Laymen’s Meeting,St. Louis, MO League Convention, Omaha, NE  January 9-11: LCMS South Wisconsin District  August 17-18: Funeral for Helen Morris, 8th Pastors/Wives Pre-Lent Retreat, Dr. Reed President of the LWML, Mankato, MN Lessing, presenter, Manitowoc, WI  September 11: Installation Service LCMS  January 17-19: LWML Planned Giving Advo- President Dr. Matthew C. Harrison, Vice cates Training, St. Louis, MO Presidents, and Board Members, Concordia  January 30: Worshiped at Trinity Lutheran Seminary, St. Louis, MO Church, Peoria, IL (Host Congregation for  September 14: LCMS Lutheran Malaria Ini- 2011 Convention Communion Service) tiative Meeting, Grafton, WI  January 30-February 1: LWML Convention  September 22: Spoke to students at St. Paul Programming Committee, Peoria, IL Lutheran School, Sheboygan, WI; Children’s  February 1-5: LWML Executive Committee Mission Adventure participants Meeting #7, Peoria, IL  September 22-23: Mission Central;  February 4- March 2: LWML Board of Direc- Mapleton, IA tors Meeting #2; held via electronic means,  September 24-25: LWML Nebraska South due to cancellation of February 4-6 meeting Convention, Kearney, NE in Peoria, IL, because of severe weather over  October 3: Celebrated LWML Sunday at much of the United States. Trinity Lutheran Church, Menasha, WI  March 15-17: LWML Convention Program-  October 4-6: Donation Day Speaker, Concor- ming Committee, Peoria, IL dia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, IN  March 17-18: LWML Host Committee Meet-  October 6: Visited Grant #5 Digitize Classes ing, Peoria, IL for Specific Ministry Pastor Program – Con-  May 5: LWML Reception, Center for Hispanic cordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, IN Studies, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, MO  October 9: LWML Reception, Concordia  June 19-21: LWML Executive Committee Seminary, St. Louis, MO Meeting #8, Peoria, IL  October 17: Worshiped at Light of Christ  June 21-23: LWML Board of Directors Meet- Chinese Lutheran Mission, Olivette, MO ing #3, Peoria, IL  October 17-19: LWML Convention Program-  June 23-26: LWML 34th Biennial Convention, ming Committee, St. Louis, MO Peoria, IL.  October 19-21: LWML Executive Committee Meeting, St. Louis, MO  October 21-24: LWML Interdepartmental Meeting #6, St. Louis, MO  October 25-27: LCMS Women’s Ministry Roundtable Discussions; St. Louis, MO  November 18: Greetings to LCMS Council of Presidents, Nashville, TN  November 19: LCMS Foundation Annual Meeting, Nashville, TN  November 19-22: LCMS Lutheran Church Extension Fund Fall Leadership Conference, Nashville, TN  December 7-9: Lutheran Immigration Lead- ership Summit, Washington, D.C.  December 16-17: Funeral for Mabel Schmidt, past president Iowa East District LWML, Cedar Rapids, IA;

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Vice President of Christian Life |Patti Ross Serving as your Vice President of Christian Life the past biennium has been a challenge and a beautiful growing experience for me! I give glory to God for leading me and inspiring me in service to Him and to the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League as I also thank you for giving me your trust and the opportunity to work with so many gifted and dedicated women in our organization. As coordinator of the Christian Life Department, I supervised the work of the department’s two committees, the Christian Life Committee and the Christian Resources Editors as well as the Mustard Seeds Task Force. I reviewed countless materials submitted for publication and am amazed at the women who are so able to put their faith into words to share with us all! God has richly blessed us with writers who inspire us to carry out the mission of the LWML. As an elected officer, I attended meetings of the Executive Committee, Board of Directors and Interde- Let the peace of partmental meetings. General activities of this office were performed regarding correspondence, emails, Christ rule in your telephone calls, and other assignments from the President. hearts, since as Activities of this Vice President as they relate to the primary targets are as follows. members of one body you were Growing in the Lord Sharing the Heart and Identity of LWML called to peace.  Spent time with the Lord in prayer, Bible  Served on Finance/Endowment Committee, And be thankful. study, and worship; Interdepartmental 2010 Committee, Vision- Let the word of  Prepared devotions and prayers for meeting Committee, Planned Giving Council, Christ dwell in ings, reviewed many devotions, Bible stud- and Convention Task Force; you richly … ies, and prayers for Christian Life publica-  Represented LWML at Women’s Leadership Colossians 3:15-16a tions, and wrote for Impressions and the Institute Roundtable and with Lutheran website home page. Hour Ministries; Embracing our Diversity  Represented the LWML at the New Eng- land, South Dakota, Iowa West District, and  Encouraged young women to participate Southern Illinois district conventions; in LWML and met with many at district conventions;  Reminded LWML women that they are each chosen and each an important part  Promoted written materials for older wom- of the work of the LWML in spreading the en, singles and young women for Christian Gospel message to the world. Life resources;  Worked with LWML members and others during M.O.S.T. Ministries’ trip to Latvia to teach ESL.

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Vice President of Communication |Linda Arnold Responding to the call of God always promises to be an adventure. Serving as Vice President of Communica- tion has fulfilled that expectation. From the early months of learning the ropes to the day to day challenges of merging people and technology, God has provided exciting opportunities to apply the skills he has provided me. It is with great joy that I anticipate serving Him and my beloved LWML in the coming biennium. As an elected officer, I attended all called meetings and represented the Executive Committee at Women’s Leadership Institute and three district LWML conventions. I responded to website, email, and telephone communications; completed assignments and tasks as assigned by the President. It was my privilege to provide leadership for the Editor-in-Chief of the Lutheran Woman’s Quarterly and Official Publication Staff, and the Information Technology Committee, and their Chairman. The creation of the Graphics Team required team-leading skills and stretched my understanding of design. It has been a O Lord, you have very special honor to lead these teams of gifted, dedicated women. searched me and Specific activities as they related to the primary targets: you know me … All the days Growing in the Lord ordained for me  Actively worshipped, communed, and  Worked with PR Director to redistribute were written in served; duties of former Media and Marketing your book before  Read The Daily Bible: In Chronological Order; Committee between the new Graphics and one of them journaled God’s whispered words to me; Marketing Teams; came to be.   Read and shared daily Mustard Seeds elec- Reviewed and proofed content of Cyber Scoop; Psalm 139:1, 16b tronic devotions;  Developed LWML account on ABLAZE!  Provided prayer support for others and website to enable LWML members to record experienced that same support from them. their faith-sharing stories. Sharing the Heart and Identity of LWML Embracing Our Diversity   Proofread eight issues of the Lutheran Engaged professional graphic designers Woman’s Quarterly; and developed Graphics Team to support the design needs of LWML;  Reviewed and proofed content and infor-  mation for website; Assigned graphic designers to departments and committees; provided oversight to flow  Collaborated with PR Director to develop of graphics projects; three LWML features for LCMS home page;  Arranged for Portland convention photos to  Encouraged and facilitated development of be catalogued; LWML Facebook page; provided oversight  for postings; Wrote devotion for Friends Into Serving Him® Task Force;  Served on LWML Convention Program-  ming Committee as secretary; Since Lois Hudak will retire as graphic designer for the Lutheran Woman’s Quarterly  Recruited editor for Peoria convention daily following the Winter 2011 issue, facilitated re- paper; cruitment of graphic designer, Amy Gill, who  Chaired LWML Governance Committee; will assume this position with the Spring  Served on LWML Visioning Committee; 2012 issue.   Surveyed e-News readership, compiled results Encouraged women to complete a Person- for use in planning future issues of e-News; nel Profile form to be considered for appointments to use their gifts in serving on LWML committees.

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Vice President of Gospel Outreach |Marilyn McClure Serving as LWML Vice President of Gospel Outreach this past biennium has truly been an honor and a privilege. As a former missionary, it has given me great joy to be able to work with LCMS missions and missionaries and share their stories with the women of the LWML. God has richly blessed the work of the Gospel Outreach Department as the gifted committee members provided a variety of resources to help women grow in their faith and witness to people from all cultures and in a variety of settings. As an elected officer, I attended all meetings of the Executive Committee and Board of Directors, attended two Interdepartmental meetings, and performed general activities of the office including writing, editing, correspondence, emails, faxes, and telephone calls.

Growing in the Lord  Prepared agenda, made assignments, and Therefore go and  Read Today’s Light Bible®; invited LCMS executives to grant selection meeting; make disciples of  Used daily Mustard Seed devotions;  Notified submitters of grant proposals, EC, all nations ... And  Prayed for leaders and members of the and BOD of results; surely I am with you LWML, including special prayer requests; always, to the very  Prepared mission grants ballot for convention;  Prepared devotions for meetings as end of the age. requested;  Edited mite calendars, Prayer Guides, mis- Matthew 28:19-20 sion stories, devotions, and PowerPak;  Helped prepare program and materials for LWML Pacific Southwest retreat and served  Prepared Mission Grants Bank for 2009- as song leader; 2011 biennium and emailed to District Presidents; Embracing Our Diversity  Prepared updated Mission Grants Résumé;  Edited Spanish Bible studies for the Lutheran  Represented LWML at Gulf States, New Jer- Woman’s Quarterly; sey, Carolinas, and Florida-Georgia District  Supplied an article and pictures for the Conventions; Lutheran Woman’s Quarterly;  Gave presentations/workshops on Heart to  Prepared and facilitated workshop in Heart Sisters and other LWML topics; Spanish for Sunday school teachers;  Prepared feature articles for LWML website  Served as speaker/presenter on Hispanic and articles for committee newsletters; ministry;  Served as member of LWML English Dis-  Taught Sunday school and facilitated VBS at trict Nominating Committee; Hispanic mission congregation;  Served as MMV Consultant and Parliamen-  Helped organize/distribute food boxes and tarian for LWML English District; Christmas gifts for Hispanic congregation;  Served as President of LWML society.  Helped organize a Posada for Hispanic congregation. Special Assignments  Member, Convention Programming Sharing the Heart and Identity of LWML Committee;  Processed paperwork, wrote letters, and  Secretary, Development/Advancement distributed checks for mission grants; Committee;  Received and processed 82 mission grant  Member, Visioning Committee; proposals;  Represented LWML at Association of Luther-  Prepared electronic copies of 82 mission an Mission Agencies (ALMA) Conference; grant proposals for posting on secure site on LWML website;  Member, Convention Offerings Committee.

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Vice President of Human Care |Deaconess Sylvia Johnson What a true joy and privilege it has been to serve the Lord and you, the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League, as Vice President of Human Care these past four years. Thank you for giving me this wonderful and humbling opportunity. I have been blessed to team with the gifted members of the Executive Com- mittee, the Human Care Committee, the Friends Into Serving Him® Task Force, and the Young Woman Representatives Task Force in mission and ministry. I look forward to the new doors I know the Lord will open for me as I continue to serve Him through the LWML in other capacities. As an elected officer, I attended all of the called meetings of the Executive Committee and the Board of- Di rectors. I also attended two Interdepartmental meetings and Assembly of Leaders. As Coordinator of the Human Care Department, I supervised the work of the department committee and task forces and proofread and edited their materials and products for publication. General activities of In all your ways the office were performed including responding to correspondence, emails, phone calls, faxes, and signing acknowledge vouchers as required. Him and He Activities of this officer as they relate to the primary targets include the following: shall direct your paths. Growing in the Lord Sharing the Heart and Identity of LWML Proverbs 3:6 (NKJV)  Prepared devotions and prayers for meet-  Finalized Gifts from the Heart for the 2011 ings as requested; Peoria Convention;  Prayed for members of the LWML as in-  Worked with Human Care Committee, formed and requested; Chairman on Gifts from the Heart for In-  Joined together with rest of Executive Com- terdepartmental, Assembly of Leaders, and mittee in personal daily devotions inToday’s Board of Directors meetings; Light Bible®;  Served as MMV consultant for women re-  Co-led small group Bible study with my establishing LWML in local congregation husband on bi-weekly basis; and represented LWML on their LWML Sunday;  Participated in Together in Prayer Monday at noon.  Wrote articles for LWML website home page;  Represented the LWML at Kansas, Oregon, Embracing Our Diversity Washington-Alaska, and Chesapeake dis-  Worked with Friends into Serving Him® trict conventions; Task Force on gathering for teen leaders in  Served as interest session leader and speak- Peoria; er at district conventions as requested;  Worked with Young Woman Representa-  Communicated with committee and task tives Task Force in preparing program for force chairmen regarding Assembly of Peoria; Leaders.  Sponsored family from inner-city Lutheran school in Milwaukee; Special Assignments  Met with and spoke to YWRs and teens at  Chairman, Interdepartmental 2010; Kansas and Oregon District conventions;  Member, Governance Committee.  Represented the LWML at the Women’s Leadership Institute Roundtable Discussion in October 2009.

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Vice President of Servant Resources |Eloise Kuhlmann Thank you for the honor and joy of serving my Lord by serving the women of the LWML during the last four years. Truly the Lord has led and I have grown from my fellowship with my sisters in Christ. The Servant Resources Department assists societies in developing viable groups, encourages and equips women in leadership roles and examines and evaluates bylaws. It is a privilege and joy to serve the women of the LWML and our Lord through this office. This opportunity has been a blessing and continues to encourage me to joyfully live for Christ and serve Him. We do this in the LWML in response to God’s love for we have truly been with Jesus! As an elected officer, I attended all meetings of the Executive Committee, all meetings of the Board of Direc- tors and two Interdepartmental meetings. General duties of this office were performed as required, including responding to emails, faxes, and phone calls. Now there are As Coordinator of the Servant Resources Department I supervised work of the department committees, varieties of gifts, but reviewed all department materials for the LWML website and Quarterly publications, reviewed proposed the same Spirit; and 2011 LWML Bylaw amendments, proofread and edited newsletters and products for publication, and there are varieties reviewed and updated 2009 edition of the Leaders Manual and forwarded to the website. of service, but the The activities of this Vice President as they relate to the primary targets are summarized below: same Lord; and there are varieties Growing in the Lord  Wrote articles for department publications of activities, but it is  Participated in Bible study; and website home page; the same God who   Served as LWML national representative empowers them all Prepared devotions and prayers for meetings as requested. for the following district conventions: Okla- in everyone. homa, Nebraska North, Rocky Mountain, 1 Corinthians 12:4-6 (ESV) Embracing our Diversity Minnesota South and Minnesota North;  Communicated with committee chairmen  Reviewed and proofed the updated Guide- regarding programs of the biennium; lines for Nominating Committee, President,  Communicated with committee chairmen Vice President, Secretary, and Leader Devel- regarding convention exhibit plans; opment Committee and the new Guidelines for E-societies and Electronic Voting.  Supervised MMV Task Force in visioning for the revision of the MMV program;  Reviewed, proofed, and distributed Follow the Leader, MMV Connection, and one edition  Represented the LWML at the meeting of of Impressions; the LCMS Board for Mission Services, July 8-9, 2010, in Houston, Texas. Special Assignments Sharing the Heart and Identity of LWML  Chairman, Convention Programming Committee;  Gave the national report and served as interest session leader at district conventions  Member, Development/Advancement as requested; Committee;  Member, Visioning Committee.

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R ecording Secretary |Judy Carlson Serving as Recording Secretary for the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League has brought much joy and many blessings to me these past two years. God enables women of the LWML to do great things, using their gifts and talents in service to and in praise of Him. I have been blessed by working with these leaders. As we celebrate being with Jesus at this gathering, I pray that each person here will be empowered to live boldly and to courageously speak of Him. As an elected officer, I attended and prepared minutes for eight meetings of the Executive Committee, three meetings of the Board of Directors, and résumé of EC meetings for the BOD; updated Executive Committee Operating Policies and Board of Directors Standing Policies and sent them to the Information Technology Committee for posting on the website; served on Governance Committee; compiled and edited the convention manual for layout; received and processed certifications of all delegates, Board of Directors, LWML committees, district counselors, and Young Woman Representatives for the 2011 LWML Convention; Do not be anxious served on the 2009 and 2010 Interdepartmental meeting committees, prepared devotions and prayers for about anything, but meetings as requested, performed general activities of this office regarding correspondence, in everything, by emails, telephone calls, and other assignments from the President. prayer and petition, The activities of this officer as they relate to the primary targets are summarized below: with thanksgiving, present your Growing In The Lord Sharing The Heart And Identity of Lwml requests to God.  Used Today’s Light Bible® for personal Bible  Represented LWML at Louisiana-Mississippi Philippians 4:6 study; and North Dakota District 2010 conventions;  Prepared and led weekly group Bible study;  Served on Interdepartmental Committee in  Used daily Mustard Seed devotions and 2009 and as Vice-chairman in 2010; prayer;  Served as LWML assistant Archivist-Histo-  Prayed for mission grants and special rian in Kansas District. prayer requests in Together in Prayer each Monday at noon. Embracing Our Diversity  Met with Young Woman Representatives at North Dakota District convention;  Encouraged YWRs and teens in their interest and service in LWML.

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T reasurer |Helen Miller What a privilege it has been for me to serve as the Treasurer of the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League this past four years. It has been an awesome task, one that I could not have accomplished without the encouragement of my sisters in Christ, and most of all, God Himself. Thank you for the opportunity to serve in this way. During this biennium my activities have included:

 Attended all called meetings of the Execu-  Prepared district invoicing for insurance pre- tive Committee and Board of Directors, miums and travel equalization for the LWML Interdepartmental 2010, and Planned Giv- representatives to district conventions; ing Council;  Served as Chairman of the 2011 Convention  Acknowledged all bequests and special Offering Committee; I can do all things gifts;  Served as Chairman of the 2010 Interde- through Christ who  Prepared reports for all Executive Commit- partmental Committee; strengthens me. tee and Board of Directors meetings;  Gave assistance to the Convention Host Philippians 4:13 (NKJV)  Served as Chairman of the Finance/Endow- Committee Treasurer; ment Committee, meeting with the accoun-  Represented the LWML at SELC and Iowa tant, and preparing budgets; East District 2010 conventions;  Monitored biennium approved budget;  Prepared devotions and prayers for meet-  Reviewed and monitored deposits of orga- ings as requested; nization accounts;  Prayed for members and leaders of the  Monitored organization investments; LWML as informed and requested;  Reviewed Financial Consultant reports;  Continued in the daily study of God’s Word  Prepared mite reports for President and and in a weekly Bible study group. updating to the LWML website;

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S enior Pastoral Counselor |Rev. Michael Mattil Serving as Pastoral Counselor for this organization has given me challenges and blessings. I have had the privilege of serving with women of faith, integrity, and commitment. I have been stretched in my think- ing and views. I have grown in my spiritual life and service. I have witnessed how LWML is willing to be out there on the edge in order to proclaim Jesus Christ as Savior to people all over the world. It has been a pleasure and privilege to serve our Lord with you. I made the observation years ago that one of the most beautiful things to me is seeing a woman who is in love with her Savior. In the LWML, I have been surrounded with such beautiful women on every level of this organization. It has been an honor to serve the Lord through the LWML on the national level, and I plan to continue to do so through my local society.

The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and I am helped. My heart leaps for joy and I will give thanks to him in song. Psalm 28:7

j unior Pastoral Counselor |Rev. Kristopher Whitby What a humbling honor it has been to serve the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League these past two years as the Junior Pastoral Counselor. At the first meeting of the Executive Committee that I attended following the convention in Portland, I could tell why the Lord had brought all the other leaders to their positions. They were bright and organized. They knew what they were doing to serve Christ and the LWML. I honestly wondered why He brought me to serve in this way. Yet, the Lord has answered that question wonderfully. Whether attending Executive Committee or Board of Directors meetings, leading worship services or Bible studies, advising various committees, or providing doctrinal review for publications and products, it has all been a great learning and faith-deepening experience for me. I only pray that I have been as much a blessing to LWML as you all have been for me, and that our next biennium is as filled with God’s grace as the last. Thank you for allowing me to serve the Lord with gladness as your Junior Pastoral Counselor. The LORD is my light and my salva- May Christ’s grace and peace attend you as we spend time with our Savior at this convention. May His tion − whom shall Gospel go to the very edges of our world to bring the lost to Him, and may it be done through us. I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life − of whom shall I be afraid? Psalm 27:1

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Meeting Manager |Pat Reichert The LWML Meeting Manager plans and coordinates travel, lodging, catering, and meeting support for all LWML events held during the biennium. It has been a privilege and a joy to serve our Lord in this way for the past four years. I have been blessed to meet and serve with many faithful Christian men and women. General activities of the office were performed as required, including responding to and filing correspondence, faxes, email, and telephone calls.

Growing in the Lord  Assisted Human Care Committee in editing  Daily study in Today’s Light Bible®; and completing their materials, October 2010 – February 2011;  Serve as Chairman of Lydia Circle and member of LWML Board of Directors in my  Presented information for district presi- Be still, and know that congregation; dents during District President/EC meeting, I am God; I will be June 2011;  Kept a prayer journal; exalted among the  Initiated planning for 2012 meetings;  Prepared and presented Executive Commit- nations, I will be  Arranged travel, lodging, catering, and exalted in the earth. tee, Interdepartmental, and Board of Direc- tors devotions as assigned. meeting support for: Psalm 46:10  Seven Executive Committee (EC) meet- Embracing Our Diversity ings in St. Louis, Missouri, and Peoria,  Attended LWML English District Conven- Illinois; tion, Detroit, Michigan, April 2010;  Three Board of Directors meetings in  Attended LWML Eastern District Conven- St. Louis, Missouri, and Peoria, Illinois; tion, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, June 2010;  Six Convention Programing Commit-  Attended local, zone, and district LWML tee meetings in St. Louis, Missouri, and events. Peoria, Illinois; Sharing the Heart and Identity of LWML  Nominating Committee meeting in St. Louis, Missouri;  Worked in cooperation with The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod Meeting Planner;  Seminary Events in St. Louis, Missouri and Ft. Wayne, Indiana;  Wrote thank you notes and staff appreciation notes to meeting site hotels;  Assembly of Leaders in St. Louis, Missouri;  Reviewed, approved, and forwarded vouchers to President for payment of all meeting  Two Interdepartmental meetings in billing; St. Louis, Missouri;  Monitored travel and meeting expenses;  Mission Grant Selection Committee meeting in St. Louis, Missouri;  Chaired Convention Site Committee;  Planned Giving Advocate Training  Served as a member of the 2010 Interdepart- meeting in St. Louis, Missouri; mental Committee;  LWML attendees at Association of  Served as a member of the Development/ Lutheran Development Executives Advancement Committee; meeting in Portland, Oregon;  Managed Travel Memo and Acknowledg-  2011 LWML Convention, Peoria, ment/Release forms for all meetings; Illinois.

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Pl anner |Karen Soeken The Planner is responsible for the planning process of the LWML including gathering data to assess the needs of the organization and facilitating the development of primary targets, organizational goals, and committee and task force purpose statements. It has been a privilege and joy to serve with and learn from the talented and dedicated women and pastors on the Executive Committee and in appointed positions during this past biennium. General activities of the office were performed as required. Growing in the Lord Sharing the Heart and Identity of LWML  Did daily devotional Bible reading in  Reviewed and proofread the following: Faith Today’s Light Bible® and God Sightings; Talk DVD and booklets; Monthly mission Teach me your  Attended Wednesday evening and bi- calendar, story, and devotion; news releases; way, O Lord. monthly Bible study groups; Power Pak 2009-2011; LWML Sunday materials; Mission Grant Guidelines; and conven- Psalm 86:11  Prayed for members of the EC and commit- tion insert for Lutheran Woman’s Quarterly; tees and Together in Prayer on Mondays at noon;  Analyzed 2009 convention evaluations;  Reviewed materials from Christian Life  Chaired Visioning Committee. and Christian Resources committees and Meetings Attended Mustard Seed Task Force.  Executive Committee Meetings (August Embracing Our Diversity 2009, March 2010);  Served on 2009 and 2010 Interdepartmental  Executive Committee and Interdepartmen- Committees; tal Meetings (October 2009, October 2010);  Reviewed Follow the Leader and Impressions  Executive Committee and Board of Direc- newsletters; tors Meetings (February 2010, February  Met with YWRs at Pacific Southwest and 2011, June 2011); Chesapeake District conventions;  Chesapeake District Christian Growth  Reviewed items for Teen Starter Kit and Retreat, Ocean City, Maryland (November teen Webpage. 2009);  Pacific Southwest District Convention and Board Meeting, Tempe, Arizona (June 2010);  Chesapeake District Convention, Rich- mond, Virginia (September 2010).

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Pl ub ic Relations Director |Edie Norris What a joy-filled privilege it has been to serve my Lord and Savior as Public Relations Director. I will always cherish the honor and immense blessing of walking alongside each of you, the dedicated, gifted women and men who are The Face of LWML, as together we share the work of Lutheran Women’s Missionary League wherever the Lord sends us. General Activities of the office were performed as required, including communications by mail, email, fax, and telephone, and shipped materials.

Growing in the Lord  Secured photographer for LWML meetings  Daily studied God’s Word, joyfully wor- and 2011 convention; shiped, and attended Bible studies;  Supervised Marketing Team’s development The Lord has  Prepared devotions and led prayers as of materials for 2010 President’s Thanksgiv- done great assigned for meetings; ing Appeal letter; things for us,  Authored devotion for 2011 Meeting and  Prepared PR packets and products for dis- and we are filled Event Planner; tribution at meetings and events; with joy.  Shared information and prayer on KFUO as  Arranged for exhibit at 2010 Women’s Lead- Psalm 126:3 requested by LWML President. ership Institute Conference;  Prepared materials with VP Linda Arnold for Embracing Our Diversity LWML Report for 2010 district conventions;  Brought greetings at ordination of Rev.  Attended 2010 LCMS and LLL conventions Matthew Both, Pastor to Sudanese, Renton, and arranged for exhibits and LWML store; Washington;  Hosted 2009 and 2010 LWML Reception,  Coordinated LWML Sunday 2010 and 2011 Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort with authors: Rev. Kent Wendorf and Rev. Na- Wayne, Indiana; than Wendorf, and Dr. Ken Klaus respectively;  Prepared exhibit materials for LWML Do-  Visited Light of Christ Chinese Lutheran nation Day, Concordia Theological Semi- Mission, Olivette, Missouri; nary, Fort Wayne, Indiana;  Coordinated exhibit and attended National  Hosted 2009 LWML Reception, and arranged Youth Gathering, New Orleans, Louisiana. for 2010 Reception hosted by President Wen- Sharing the Heart and Identity of LWML dorf, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, Missouri;  Served as coordinator of Marketing Team,  Prepared exhibits and attended Beautiful overseeing development and implemen- Feet Conference, Concordia University, tation of The Face of LWML campaign, Chicago, Illinois, in 2009 and Concordia LWML Children’s Mission Adventure for University, Austin, Texas in 2010; Lutheran schools, and Mite Marathon …  Represented LWML at 2010 LWML district Race to the Finish campaign; convention for North Wisconsin in Hough-  Submitted materials for LCMS Feature; ton, Michigan and Northern Illinois in Mount Prospect, Illinois;  Represented and brought greetings at installation of LCMS Northwest District  Attended meetings of Convention Program- President, Rev. Paul Linnemann; ming Committee, Executive Committee, Board of Directors and Interdepartmental;  Wrote and compiled materials for 2010 and 2011 Pocket Calendars;  Completed PR responsibilities for 2011 LWML Convention;  Issued LWML News releases and e-News;  Facilitated teleconference meetings of Mar-  Promoted LWML through Lutheran Woman’s keting Team; Quarterly “Product Depot” page and website;  Chaired Development/Advancement  Supplied materials for articles for the Reporter; Committee.  Authored LWML website home page articles; Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois 61 business administrator report

Business Administrator |Norine Stumpf The LWML Business Office in St. Louis, Missouri, exists to facilitate the business of the Lutheran Wom- en’s Missionary League and to serve you, the women of the LWML. We are available via email, phone, fax, and mail to serve you. We offer a variety of products and services as well as assistance and information. The staff of the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League Office is dedicated to the mission and ministry of the LWML. We are pleased to serve, and look forward to another biennium.

These activities were part of our work in the These are our goals for the next biennium 2009 – 2011 biennium  Meet all regulatory standards and manage  Handle all business paperwork to assure compliance; the ongoing work of the organization;  Continue to produce the Quarterly and For I know the plans  Meet new federal regulatory standards; improve subscription base; I have for you ...   Support and assist the president; plans to prosper Monitor technological changes and implement as applicable to the LWML Office; you and not  Manage changing technologies; to harm you,  Fulfill, ship, and bill all orders;  Continue ongoing work on databases; plans to give you  Manage the production and distribution of  Continue to provide products that meet the hope and a future. the Lutheran Woman’s Quarterly; needs of the women of the LWML; Jeremiah 29:11  Encourage Quarterly circulation;  Control costs;  Handle issues of insurance;  Continue to operate the office on a “break  Produce LWML Sunday materials, mail- even” basis. ings, and order fulfillment;  Provide materials and information as required throughout the LWML and the LCMS;  Maintain mailing lists and databases;  Provide adequate stock and keep all appropriate records;  Provide accounting and billing for services performing;  Manage all mailings;  Work with national, districts, zones, and societies, assisting them as necessary;  Offer assistance through mail, email, fax, and phone, forwarding information and directing queries;  Provide catalogs and informational materials for our members.

62 Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois special appointed personnel reports A rchivist-Historian |Barbara Huggins “I remember the days of old; I meditate on all that Thou hast done” (Ps. 143:5). Scripture reminds us about the importance of remembering. The LWML collection is maintained at Concordia Historical Institute, and it is my responsibility to arrange and manage the materials depicting what the LWML has done over its last 70 years. My goal over this biennium has been to file materials as they are received. My goal for the new biennium is to organize the districts’ files. I was appointed to this office in summer 2009 and since that time have done the following:  Led the LWML section of Conference of Ar-  Organized and filed the materials received chives that was held at Concordia Historical from the previous LWML Archivist; Institute October 1-3, 2009:  Sent archival guidelines to district archi- I remember the  Attended the Interdepartmental meeting, vists; days of old; I October 2009;  Answered requests for information; meditate on all that  Prepared a report for the Board of Directors  Attended St. Louis zone meetings request- Thou hast done. meeting, February 2010; ing volunteers; Psalm 143:5 (RSV)  Attended the Board of Directors meeting in  Prepared a report for the Board of Direc- St. Louis, February 5-7, 2010; tors meeting, February 4-6, 2011.  Filed reports from the Board of Directors meetings; Contracts Administrator |Ruth Ann Johnson What a joy and privilege it has been for me to serve as the Contracts Administrator for the LWML! I have met many dedicated sisters and brothers in Christ through the work in LWML and I thank God for this blessing. During the past 24 months, I have focused my energies on contract administration for our 2011 biennial convention in Peoria, Illinois. May God bless those who are at work as we speak, planning and preparing, and those who will attend. As the Contracts Administrator Peoria convention contracts initiated,  Served as liaison with LWML legal counsel negotiated and completed: as necessary for LWML matters;  HOTELS: Best Western Ashland, Hotel Père  Served as resource person when requested Marquette, Embassy Suites, Holiday Inn, by the president; Fairfield Inn, Mark Twain Hotel, Grand Hotel, Jameson Inn & Suites, Hampton Inn, Let all things  Served on convention site committee and at- Spring Hill Suites, Staybridge Suites, Stoney be done tended all meetings of the committee; decently Creek Inn, Wingate Hotel & Suites;  Served as member of Planned Giving Coun- and in order.  PROGRAM CONTRACTS: Caption First, cil and attended PGC meetings via Skype; 1 Corinthians 14:40 (KJV) Sibling Harmony, Katie Stam;  Attended fact-finding site committee meet-  SERVICE CONTRACTS: Peoria Tours, golf ing in Peoria in March 2009; outing, PCC Arena, convention decorator,  Reviewed, completed negotiations and pro- Mill Neck Foundation, convention pho- cessed all other agreements which commit tographer, AV, executive producer, McNeil LWML monies and resources to transactions; Pottery Company.  Initiated, reviewed and managed vital records for LWML, including federal and Missouri tax exempt and not-for-profit registrations;  Negotiated Parabolic Productions contract for production of LWML’s Faith Talk DVD evangelism project.

Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois 63 special appointed personnel reports C onvention Manager |Marguerite Christman It has been a joy and privilege to serve the LWML this biennium as the Convention Manager. As a special appointed officer, I have focused my work on this convention, Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge. May God bless all who attend this 34th Biennial LWML Convention. May they return home reassured, confident, and -em powered by being with Jesus, and courageously speak of Him and live a life transformed by His love. It is hoped they will continue to praise the Triune God, encounter Him in His Word, and live boldly as His children. As an Appointed Officer:  Carried out all convention contracts following  Attended and reported to all meetings of negotiation by the Contracts Administrator; the Board of Directors;  Was responsible for convention registration  Attended and reported to all meetings of and the work of the registrar; the Convention Programming Committee  Assembled the information and materials Pray that God as an advisory member; for the convention insert in the Lutheran will give us an  Woman’s Quarterly; opportunity to Served as the liaison with the Peoria Host Committee attending all their meetings and  Coordinated the District Charter Buses speak the word working closely with the Host Committee Housing Block with Peoria Housing Bureau; so that we may Chairman Pam Spilker; tell the mystery  Assisted speakers, special guests and staff  about Christ. Served on the 2019 Convention Site Com- with their convention arrangements; mittee as an advisory member;  Coordinated the LWML room block with Colossians 4:3 (GWN)  Served as a member of the special appoint- the Meeting Manager; ed Convention Task Force;  Prepared expense vouchers for all conven-  Updated the LWML Convention Guidelines tion invoices to be paid; for use by the Host Committee and the  Maintain membership in the Religious Executive Committee; Conference Management Association, and  Served as the LWML contact with the Peoria attended two annual conferences; Civic Center and the Peoria Housing Bureau;  Served as a Mission-Ministry Vision Con-  Prepared the convention budget for sultant in the Oklahoma District. presentation to the Finance Committee;

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Pra a li mentarian |Barbara Volk The purpose of the Parliamentarian is to advise on parliamentary procedure on request and to serve as an “ex officio” member of the Structure Committee. Serving as Parliamentarian for the LWML has been a joy and an honor. I thank God for this opportunity and for the many women and men I have had the pleasure of working with throughout the biennium. General activities of the office were performed as required, including responding to/filing correspondence, email, and telephone calls.

Specific activities included: Meetings attended: For we are the temple  Presenting prayers and devotions at meet-  Interdepartmental Meeting, October 15–18, of the living God. ings as assigned; 2009, St. Louis, Missouri; 2 Corinthians 6:16  C ontinuing to keep LWML members in  Board of Directors, February 4–5, 2010, St. prayer; Louis, Missouri;  Participating in weekly Bible study in home  LWML Carolinas District Convention, Sep- congregation; tember 17–18, 2010, Cary, North Carolina;  Serving as parliamentarian for meetings of  Interdepartmental Meeting, October 21–24, the board of directors and convention; 2010, St. Louis, Missouri;  A dvising on parliamentary questions from  Board of Directors, February 4–6, 2011, LWML officers and districts; Peoria, Illinois;  R eviewing LWML publications on Presi-  Board of Directors, June 21–23, 2011, Peoria, dent, Vice President, Secretary, and Nomi- Illinois; nating Committee;  LWML Convention, June 23–26, 2011, Peoria,  R eviewing Structure Committee pages on Illinois. LWML website;  Preparing guidelines for voting by email;  Serving as a member of the Convention Task Force;  Serving as advisory member of the LWML Structure Committee;  R eviewing the LWML Bylaws for amendment at the 2011 convention;  R eviewing the LWML Handbook;  Proofreading the convention manual;  A ssisting Structure Committee with booth at Peoria convention;  R eviewing proposed district bylaws amendments;  Serving as parliamentarian of the Caroli- nas District LWML.

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C hristian Life Committee |Marilyn Stuckwisch, Chairman The purpose of the Christian Life Committee is to provide materials for spiritual growth to enable women to find guidance and encouragement in their walk with the Lord. Each one We are grateful for the continuing assistance, guidance and encouragement from the Department Coordi- should use nator Patti Ross and the Pastoral Counselor Rev. Michael Mattil. Special thanks to the graphic artists for their expertise and patience. We were truly blessed to serve on the Christian Life Committee and thank our whatever Lord for the opportunity. gift he has received to Objectives which were met in this biennium: Other activities of the committee: serve others.  To provide Scriptural resources to help  R eviewed devotions for a standup, desktop 1 Peter 4:10a women grow in their faith; devotional for young women, tentatively  To provide resources in various formats for titled Text Messages from God, in conjunction women of all ages and stages of life; with the Young Woman Representatives Task Force, to be completed this summer;  A nd to invite women to write resources which help others grow spiritually.  R eviewed submitted manuscripts not published; Resources completed by the committee:  A ttended Interdepartmental meetings in  The 2010 Prayer Service, Beautiful Feet, October 2009 and 2010; authored by Rev. Philip Esala;  A ssisted in the preparation of the conven-  The 2011 Prayer Service, Being with Jesus – tion booth with the other committees of the Living on the Edge, authored by Rev. Carl Christian Life Department. Gnewuch, available in print form and downloadable at www.lwml.org;  A six-part Bible study, Ever, Only, All for Thee based on the hymn Take My Life and Let It Be, authored by Holly Wietfeldt, with both leaders and participant’s guides;  A Seasoned Woman’s Praying Heart, a prayer book for older women written by women from many churches;  A Single Woman’s Praying Heart, written by never-married or single-again women, third in a series of A Woman’s Praying Marilyn Stuckwisch, Chairman, Jennifer Huecker, Karen Duprey Heart prayer books.

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C hristian Resources Editors |Leslie Jaseph, Chairman The purpose of the Christian Resources Editors Committee is to review current program helps, solicit authors to produce additional program helps, and produce a two-year meeting planner. Therefore The chairman is very thankful for this committee who devoted their time and Spirit-given abilities to fulfill their tasks with grace, patience, and cooperation. We are also grateful to Department Coordinator Patti encourage one Ross, Planner Karen Soeken, and Pastoral Counselor Mike Mattil for all their help and encouragement. another and Above all, thanks be to God who provided the opportunity to serve on this committee. build each other up, Objectives to meet the purpose stated are: Meeting and Event Planner: just as in fact  Women will be provided with Scriptural re-  A new Meeting and Event Planner has been you are doing. sources to enrich their meetings and events; completed. There is a theme for each month, 1 Thessalonians 5:11  Women will be provided resources in vari- with devotions, Bible studies, sketches, and ous formats to encourage growth in the ideas for Human Care activities and Friends ® Lord for themselves and others; Into Serving Him activities that all coordinate with the theme. A new addition is four  Women will be provided with resources extra themes that address concerns women that relate to diverse needs and experiences, are facing on a daily basis. The Meeting and yet unite them as sisters in faith; Event Planner is user friendly and a wonder-  Women will be encouraged to write resourc- ful resource to have available. es that will provide spiritual growth for all. Other Activities of the Committee Included: Program Helps:  Attending the Interdepartmental meetings  More than 60 manuscripts in a variety of in October 2009 and 2010, and Board of formats were submitted by gifted, willing Directors meeting in 2011; writers, which were then reviewed by this  Preparing materials for the Board of Direc- committee’s dedicated members, and then tors meeting and Peoria convention; sent to LCMS doctrinal review. Many of them are being published, are available for  Working with other LWML committees to download through the LWML website, or complete the work assigned; are included in the 2011-2013 Meeting and  Reviewing previously published program Event Planner. helps and Bible studies.

Leslie Jaseph, Chairman, Susan Wang , Judy Lessman,

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INR FO MAtion TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE |Nancy Bogenhagen, Chairman The purpose of the Information Technology Committee is to develop, review, and maintain the website and to disseminate electronically the news of LWML.

“For I know the Develop, review, and maintain LWML website  Added images for new products in Shop plans I have for  Mustard Seed e-devotions debuted on LWML as requested; you,” declares April 12, 2010; HTML (color) version on  Received and compiled Board of Directors the LORD, “plans December 3, 2010; (BOD) and district president reports and to prosper you  2010 Design for www.lwml.org went live posted to BOD section of Member Login; and not to harm on June 2, 2010, via the home page; gradu-  Provided helps via bi-monthly newsletter, you, plans to ally converting internal pages to the 2010 Cyber Scoop for Committees and Cyber Scoop give you hope Design; for Webmasters; and a future.”  New Shop LWML design/software went  Responded to [email protected] emails, Jeremiah 29:11 live on July 2, 2010; troubleshooting various questions regard-  LWML’s presence on Facebook became a re- ing the website on a regular basis. ality on August 27, 2010; created guidelines Disseminate electronically the news of LWML for districts for creating Facebook pages;  With the 2010 Design, new information  Began offering a shorter Member Login reg- posted to the website is pushed, via an RSS istration option, particularly for Mustard feed, to the “What’s New” tab, thus keeping Seed e-devotions, October 2010; viewers updated with current news/updates;  Developed plans for cyber café at Peoria, as  Created a bulletin insert for disseminating well as electronic communication options information regarding LWML on Facebook; for convention coverage;  Sent out a memo regarding the new look to  Changed server provider to enhance ef- the Mustard Seed e-devotions and the two ficiency and increase capacity; format options (HTML/color and plain Text);  Updated all applicable website pages with  Added twice-daily posts on www.face- the correct district names; book.com/TheLWML;  Behind the scenes: programmers continu-  Received, uploaded, and linked commit- ally working to improve custom-written tee, task force, and special team materials, Member Login program; BOD information, news releases, and KFUO  Worked to make the website/shopping cart links on a regular basis. compliant with PCI Security Standards;

Jenifer Robert, Lori Lewis, Nancy Koschmann Seemann, Nancy Bogenhagen, Chairman, Allison Baltzersen, Wendy Greiner

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Off l icial Pub ication Staff-Lutheran Woman’s Quarterly |N ancy Graf Peters, Editor-in-Chief The purpose of the Official Publication Staff is to produce the Lutheran Woman’s Quarterly, inform women of LWML activities, provide topics for study and discussion, and promote the mission of the LWML. Many, LORD my God, are Heartfelt gratitude is expressed to Department Coordinator Linda Arnold and Pastoral Counselor Rev. the wonders Kris Whitby for their invaluable encouragement, counsel, and support. you have done, Thanks be to the living God for His sure promises and never-ending guidance, the peace and joy that comes the things you from knowing Jesus as Lord and Savior, and the Spirit-led gifts with which He graced the creative, dedi- have planned cated, and enthusiastic LWQ staff. for us. None We acknowledge the immense contribution LWQ Graphic Designer Lois Hudak has made over the past can compare 15 years in designing the Quarterly with sensitivity, innovation, and dynamic artistry. We wish her an with you; were inspired retirement. I to speak and tell of your LWQ themes this biennium: N ew recurring columns this biennium: deeds, they  “Faith Talk | Faith Walk” [Spring 2010];  Faith Talk Tips; would be  “The Simple Life” [Summer 2010];  Exclusively for You on the Web; too many to  “The Pressure’s Off — A Better You”  Special features of the Quarterly online at declare. [Fall 2010]; www.lwml.org; Psalm 40:5  “21st Century Family” [Winter 2010];  Bible study guides and leader helps;  “Taking a Stand” [Spring 2011];  Translations into Spanish;  “Overcoming Fear: Being with Jesus”  Expanded archives of past issues and Bible [Summer 2011]; studies;  “What I Love about Life … and Heaven”  Free music downloads and selected articles; [Fall 2011];  The LWQ staff serve together as report-  “Going Overboard” [Winter 2011]. ers for the daily newspaper of the Peoria LWML Convention.

Cheryl Mattil, Lois Hudak, Diane Gebhardt, Carolyn Blum, Nancy Graf Peters, Editor-in-Chief, Beth Foreman (not pictured)

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G ospel Outreach Committee |Nikki Tyrrell, Chairman The committee thanks department coordinator Vice President Marilyn McClure, and Pastoral Counselor Rev. Michael Mattil for their prayers, patience, and guidance as we “reinvented” the Gospel Outreach Committee without the Heart to Heart Sisters Program. We are blessed to serve and to share the hope that But in your we have in Christ! hearts set apart The purpose of the Gospel Outreach Committee for this biennium is to inspire and equip women to share Christ as Lord. their faith in Jesus Christ, their loving Savior, with people of their communities and the world. We strived Always be to use the Word of God to motivate and inspire women of the LWML and the church at large into action prepared to give and sharing, and to show and teach these women to use God’s Word and their personal faith stories to share an answer to their faith. We felt the need to provide tools and encouragement to assist them. With this in mind, the com- everyone who mittee completed the following activities: asks you to give the reason for  Updated the Sharing the Gospel link on the  Prepared a booth for the convention with the hope that LWML website to include Faith Talk Tips, the Mission Grants Committee; you have. But Gospel Outreach resources, and website  Challenged and encouraged one another do this with links to assist women in sharing their Sav- within our committee as we shared our own gentleness ior and faith story with others; faith stories with the women in our lives; ® and respect.  Produced Leader’s Guide for Faith Talk ;  Prayed for the continued spread of the Gospel 1 Peter 3:15  Communicated with and encouraged in our communities, nation, and the world; ® presenters of Faith Talk ;  Attended and participated in the Interde-  Wrote Faith Talk Tips for each edition of the partmental meetings; Lutheran Woman’s Quarterly;  Attended and reported to Board of Direc-  Completed Serving tors meetings (chairman only). Up the Gospel, a resource for gatherings that encourages the intentional use of the Gospel as we prepare to serve together;

kkiN i Tyrrell, Chairman, Joan Berquist, Kaye Wolff, Teryl Putnam

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M Ission GRANTS COMMITTEE |Anita Beyersdorf, Chairman The purpose of the Mission Grants Committee is to review and select mission grant proposals for the Mis- sion Grants Ballot and to inform, encourage, and motivate women to support mission grant recipients. Many, LORD The committee members individually and collectively praise God for the opportunity to serve Him and His my God, are people through the selection and support of mission grants. We pray that His love and compassion for the the wonders entire world shine forth brightly as people receive and are blessed by the gifts supported through LWML mites. To God be all the glory. you have done, the things you The objectives of this committee are to create excitement for sharing the Gospel, motivation for supporting have planned the mission grants, and an awareness of the impact of the LWML grants on spreading the Gospel through- for us. None out the world. The committee has enjoyed working together, joyfully serving our Lord, to fulfill these objectives through the following activities to raise awareness and support of the mission grants: can compare with you; were  Prepared a children’s mission awareness I to speak and The committee also grew in sisterhood, united DVD available from the website; tell of your in God’s love through the following activities: deeds, they  Produced monthly mission devotions, sto-  Met together for two Interdepartmental would be ries, and prayer guides featuring a different Meetings, St. Louis; grant each month for the Mission Grants too many to  Contacted each other through frequent section of the website; declare. emails;  Encouraged Monday Together in Prayer at  As members of the Grant Selection Com- Psalm 40:5 Noon through items on the monthly Prayer mittee, reviewed all the submitted grant Guide; proposals and met in January 2011 to evalu-  Revised and made available the PowerPak, ate and select grants that appear on the mis- which is downloadable from the website; sion grants ballot;  Wrote two devotions for Meeting and  Together with the Gospel Outreach Com- Events Planner; mittee planned and prepared an exhibit for  Created Grant Selection and Evaluation the 2011 LWML Convention in Peoria; Form for use by the Grant Selection Com-  Prayerfully supported the chairman as mittee; she attended and reported to three LWML  Wrote a synopsis of each proposed mission Board of Directors meetings. grant and prepared grant resolution pages for this manual;  Compiled and made available the 2010–2012 District Grants Statistical Report;  Selected mission grants for the Grants Bank for use by the districts.

Lillian Biddle, Martha Burke, Anita Beyersdorf, Chairman, Janice Rose, Jean Jaskierny (not pictured)

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H uman Care Committee |Donna Gruel, Chairman The purpose of the Human Care Committee is to provide resources to assist women in caring for the hurting and those in need by sharing their love and the Gospel of Christ and coordinate Gifts from the Heart ingatherings for the LWML convention and national meetings. She opens her arms to We thank our loving Lord for allowing us the opportunity to serve on the Human Care Committee and opening us to be Human Care in Action. We thank our Department Coordinator Deaconess Sylvia Johnson, the poor and Pastoral Counselor Kris Whitby, and Meeting Manager Pat Reichert for their prayers, guidance and support. extends her hands to the Tasks Accomplished Gifts from the Heart needy.  Added Human Care in Action button to the  Interdepartmental Meetings Proverbs 31:20 website, featuring women and groups in  2009 - Collected art supplies for Unity Lord, open LWML who are truly in action; Lutheran Christian Elementary School, my eyes, ears  Submitted 28 Human Care ideas for the 2011- East Saint Louis; and heart 2013 LWML Meeting and Event Planner;  2010 - Nurses for Newborns, Saint Louis; to reach out  Updated the Human Care website every  Board of Directors Meetings with care and two months; compassion to  2010 - Food Bank for Concordia  Worked with the three Peoria ministries re- Seminary, Saint Louis, and Hot Soup the needs you ceiving Gifts from the Heart at convention; place in my Outreach Program for Trinity Lutheran  Worked with graphic design team to design Church, Saint Louis; path. Amen. the flyer (in three user-friendly formats)  2011 - Collected hats, mittens, gloves, and which provided the information for conven- scarves for ministries in the Peoria area; tion Gifts from the Heart;  Convention  Communicated with district leaders to share Human Care information;  Worked with three agencies in the Peo- ria area to determine their needs and  Developed “Human Care in Action - how Gifts from the Heart would help Christ’s Care-bearers” as the theme for the fill those needs; committee exhibit;  Publicized Gifts from the Heart;  Worked with Counselor Kris Whitby and others to prepare a visual presentation dur-  Developed a plan for the pick-up or ing the Litany for Gifts from the Heart at delivery of items and quilts given at the the convention. convention;  Developed schedules and task lists for workers receiving and organizing Gifts from the Heart for shipment.

Ann Marie Bollas, Donna Gruel, Chairman, Sandra Haugner.

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Leader Development Committee |Eden Keefe, Chairman The purpose of the Leader Development Committee is to support and encourage present and future leaders. We are a committee who seeks to follow The Leader, our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We serve with con- Guide me in fidence knowing He will lead and guide us as we read in Psalm 25:5a: “Guide me in your truth and teach your truth me, for you are my God and Savior.” and teach The objectives chosen by the Leader Development Committee this past biennium: Women are aware of me, for you available user-friendly resources through LWML and are able to easily access them to support their leader- are God ship development and mentoring relationships. my Savior. Thanks to Department Coordinator Eloise Kuhlmann, Pastoral Counselor Kris Whitby, and the Executive Psalm 25:5a Committee for their insights, reviews, and care. We are humbled and honored to serve on this committee and have sought to use our gifts to support and encourage leaders as together we Serve the Lord with Gladness.

To accomplish this, our committee:  Studied books written by John Maxwell to  SubmittedFollow the Leader newsletters further educate ourselves about leadership under Resources>Leader Helps on the qualities, practical leadership advice, and LWML website with timely information on mentoring strategies; a variety of topics;  Prepared and presented reports for Interde-  Responded to requests for Leader Develop- partmental and Board of Directors meetings; ment resources from LWML women seek-  Updated Leader Development resources ing additional help; currently offered in the catalog and submit-  Solicited ideas and insights from LWML ted them as free downloadable resources on leaders to share through the Follow the the LWML website as well as updated print Leader newsletter and LWML Facebook; copies from the LWML Office;  Planned an interactive display at the 34th  Submitted information to theLutheran Wom- Biennial LWML Convention to engage attend- an’s Quarterly and LWML news releases; ees, highlight the updated leadership resourc-  Provided updates and additional informa- es, and promote mentoring relationships; tion under Resources>Leader Helps on the  Designed and distributed a business card LWML website; to promote the Leader Helps page on the  Produced a Mentoring Resource Kit, includ- LWML website. ing previously published and new material, and a PowerPoint® presentation;

Arlene Price, Eden Keefe, Chairman, Marie Chow

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S tructure Committee |Carol Schmidt, Chairman The purpose of the Structure Committee is to keep the bylaws and related resources flexible, while maintaining the legal status of the organization. The committee reviews and provides guidance for proposed district bylaw amendments, keeps the LWML Bylaws and Handbook current, and provides current resources But everything and information on bylaws and parliamentary procedure. should be The committee has worked together with pleasure, sharing common goals and interacting with many dis- done in a trict structure chairmen and their proposed bylaw amendments. Many thanks to Department Coordinator fitting and Eloise Kuhlmann and Pastoral Counselor Kris Whitby for their prayers, encouragement, and support. Be- orderly way. ing a part of the structure of LWML as it fulfills its mission of personal Christian growth, service to others, I Corinthians 14:40 and sharing the Gospel so that we and others may “be with Jesus” has indeed been a privilege. During the biennium, the Structure Committee served in the following ways:

 Communicated with district structure/  Revamped the Structure part of the LWML bylaws chairmen regarding details of the website, now titled “Meetings, Bylaws, and bylaw review process and those approved More,” and increased the number of LWML 2009 LWML bylaw amendments of particu- publications available for reading or down- lar interest; loading;  Reviewed bylaws amendments for 30 districts;  Responded to queries to the committee with  Filed copies of newly-approved district input from the Parliamentarian and depart- bylaws upon receipt; ment coordinator, as appropriate;  Maintained the Bylaws Status Chart track-  Updated the district Structure Committee ing the status of district bylaws; chairmen list, as needed;  Reviewed and revised, where appropriate,  Attended 2009 and 2010 Interdepartmental the LWML Handbook; meetings in St. Louis, Missouri;  Updated the LWML Bylaws reflecting the  Planned and created our booth, ”Meetings, 2009 convention amendments and drafted Bylaws, and More,” for the 2011 convention; proposed amendments for this convention;  Were represented by the chairman at the  Reviewed and revised the publications on 2010 and 2011 Board of Directors meetings. President, Vice President, Secre- tary, and Nominating Committee from the Guideline series as well as You Are the Convention Delegate;  Surveyed district presidents con- cerning the presence of e-societies in their district, which revealed few in existence;  Prepared a document on Voting by Email (written by Parliamen- tarian Barbara Volk);

Mary Ann Waldon, Marilyn Schroeder, Carol Schmidt, Chairman, Barbara Volk, Parliamentarian

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G raphics team |Linda Arnold, Coordinator New in 2009-2011, this team was created by the division of the Media and Marketing Committee into the Graphics Team and Marketing Team to better serve the needs of the organization. The purpose of the Graphics Team is to provide graphic arts support for products and promote professional look of organization. And God is able to make all The Graphics Team has joyfully offered their God-given design skills to meet the needs of LWML, including all of the committees and task forces. It has indeed been a privilege to serve Him in this way and we are grace abound thankful for the opportunity. to you, so that in all things Providing graphic arts support for products Promoting professional look of organization at all times,   having all that Assigned a designer to each LWML Provided dedicated designer for Marketing committee and task force; Team; you need, you will abound  Provided design for 75+ one-time projects  Offered expert guidance in design of in every and 12+ recurring newsletters, calendars, website update, including home page good work. and devotions; “favorites” slides;  Developed new look for Mustard Seed  Developed Executive Committee bio 2 Corinthians 9:8 e-devotion; sketches;  Met with committees and task forces at  Created district convention report Interdepartmental meetings 2009 and 2010 PowerPoint®; for consultations on product development;  Updated LWML Style Sheet and promoted  Designed convention daily newspaper, consistent alignment with the LCMS and Peoria Playbill; AP Stylebooks.  Provided graphic arts for God Gave the Increase.

Sarah Hulsey, Kristy Knapp, Amy Gill, Rae Ann Spitzenberger, Melissa Merker (ex officio)

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MR A KEting TEAM |Edie Norris, Coordinator The purpose of the Marketing Team is to provide support through intentional promotion of the organization and connect the programs, products, and services to the target audiences. Be sure to The Marketing Team Coordinator is grateful to the faith-filled members of this team for their diligence, dedication, and attention to many details on each task. The Marketing Team is thankful for the leadership fear the LORD and guidance provided by members of the Executive Committee. We praise God for the constant love and and serve him direction shown in helping meet each challenge; for providing strength for the work set before us; for giving faithfully with us the joy of working together; and for the blood-bought gift of salvation provided by His Son, Jesus, that all your heart; we, through faith in Him, may live eternally. consider what great things Activities of Marketing Team for he has done the 2009-2011 biennium: D esigned update for LWML PR brochure; for you. Planned and implemented strategic plan for R esponded to committee requests for mar- 1 Samuel 12:24 The Face of LWML, including development keting support; of resources to support the campaign; W rote promotional items of LWML materials C reated multifaceted LWML Children’s Mis- and products in e-News; sion Adventure project to promote awareness C reated “Mite Marathon … Race to the Fin- and support of the mission of Lutheran ish” promotion to encourage increased mite Women’s Missionary League in Lutheran donations; schools; Participated in Marketing Team teleconfer- D eveloped advertisements for LWML ences; e-News, Lutheran Woman’s Quarterly, Mustard Seed Devotions, and Shop LWML for use in Prepared materials, design, and set-up for an LWML publications and websites; exhibit booth at the 2011 LWML convention; A ssisted with the marketing for 2010 LWML A ttended the 2009 and 2010 Interdepart- Sunday; mental meetings.

Barb Collins, Kristy Carter, Amy Gill, Graphic Design Support (not pictured),

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Friends Into Serving Him® task force |Carol Fuys, Chairman The Friends Into Serving Him® Task Force recognizes no greater place than to be with Jesus and acknowledges that working with teens is real life testimony to living on the edge. For I am the We praise God for the work that is being done in and through LWML teen groups across the nation and Lord, your give thanks to the many teen leaders who serve to help raise up “faith-filled teens.” Teen leaders have a two-fold opportunity. The first is to model the grace, compassion, and love of Jesus to this complex and God, who vulnerable age group. The second is to encourage teenagers to impact their world with the gifts, talents, and takes hold opportunities with which God has equipped them. of your right ® hand and The purpose of the Friends Into Serving Him Task Force is to develop resources for teen and pre-teen girls supporting their involvement in the mission of the LWML and work with districts to encourage, educate, says to you, and support teen leaders and groups. It is our sincere desire that the following activities and provisions Do not fear; I have served to inspire and support teen leaders in their quest to honor the call to serve. will help you. Isaiah 41:13  Helped design and staff the LWML booth  Produced and submitted two Friends Into at the National Youth Gathering in New Serving Him® documents for the Leaders Orleans; Manual;  Created a Teen Leader distribution list for  Recruited teen groups to produce Teen Mite communication and networking purposes; Calendars;  Produced a Teen Devotional Series based  Engaged devotional writers for the teen on the LWML Pledge; page on the LWML website and the Lutheran  Developed the new Teen LWML theme: Woman’s Quarterly. “Teens: Empowered for Impact”;  Updated the LWML teen website design and theme;  Submitted monthly teen devotions, mite calendars, and features for the teen page on the LWML website;  Submitted devotions and teen group features for publication on the teen page of Lutheran Woman’s Quarterly;  Produced a new Friends Into Serving Him® Starter Kit;  Collaborated with Information Technology Committee, the Official Publication Staff, and Graphics Team to produce photo submission guidelines; Mary Jo Steir, Carol Fuys, Chairman  Drafted new Guidelines as well as Policies and Procedures documents for Friends Into Serving Him® groups;

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HEARt TO HEART SISTERS TASK FORCE |Melissa Salomón, Chairman The purpose of the Heart to Heart Sisters Task Force is to motivate, equip, and ensure opportunities for women of diverse ethnic groups to serve the church and witness to the world. This year in addition to our Heart to Heart Sisters Program that brings a group of diverse women leaders from the Midwest area to convention After this I looked to learn about the life and work of the LWML, we have written a new training program that will support the and there before efforts of Heart to Heart Sisters programs within the LWML districts. This training program will help those me was a great trained seek out ethnic women leaders and ministries in their districts and find ways to celebrate their work multitude that no and discover they can meet and support each other, learn about the ministry of the LWML, and find ways to one could count, help each woman use and develop her gifts and skills in the work of building God’s Kingdom. from every nation, We have been privileged to meet and work with many gifted women of the church–both among those who tribe, people have served the church all of their lives, as well as those who have just entered the family of God and are be- and language, ginning to learn about the ministry of the LCMS and the LWML. We see how wonderfully God has gifted standing before His church in the rich diversity of His people, and it has been our pleasure to see how the mosaic of God’s the throne and in creation can come together as one family to accomplish the one mission of God–to share His heart and love front of the Lamb. with the world. Revelation 7:9 We wish to extend our heartfelt thanks and gratitude to Vice President of Gospel Outreach, Marilyn Mc- Clure and the pastoral counselors for their loving guidance, wisdom, support, and encouragement.

The following is a list of activities completed  Prepared and facilitated the “Heart to Heart by members of this committee: Sisters District Leader Training Program”  Attended and participated in the Interde- for women leaders selected by their districts partmental and Board of Directors meetings; to begin and/or develop a Heart to Heart Sisters Program in their own districts;  Translated articles into Spanish for each edition of the Lutheran Woman’s Quarterly;  Prepared and facilitated a “Heart to Heart Sisters Luncheon” for past and current  Served as a resource for LWML districts participants; as they formed Heart to Heart Sisters Committees;  Assisted the Mustard Seeds Task Force in translating materials;  Prepared and facilitated the “Heart to Heart Sisters Pre-Convention Gathering 2011” for  Served as keynote speakers, workshop lead- ethnic women; ers, and organizers at district events.

Sharon Rapp, Mary Smith, Angelina Gomez, Abeba Tzeggai, Melissa Salomón, Chairman

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Mission–Ministry Vision Task Force (MMV) |Diann Higgins, Chairman The purpose of the Mission-Ministry Vision Task Force is to evaluate, reformat and refresh the MMV program as well as to revitalize active MMVs by initiating a continuing education plan and developing an LWML specific training program for future MMV candidates. … Stand at the crossroads Task Force objectives: Task Force activities: and look; …  Encourage the integration of MMVs and the  Produced a promotional piece for LWML rep- ask where MMV program into district structures; resentatives to share at district conventions; the good way is, and walk in it …  Review and evaluate the criteria for the  Surveyed new and returning district presi- selection of and the skill sets needed for dents regarding utilization and promotion Jeremiah 6:16 future MMV candidates; of MMVs in their districts;  Develop a continuing education program  Produced the MMV Connection newsletter; for future MMV candidates;  Planned an MMV continuing education and  Develop a continuing education program fellowship opportunity at this convention; for active MMVs;  Planned MMV programs for continuing  Maintain the MMV Connection newsletter to education designed to inclusively connect share ideas and strategies to assist MMVs with LWML groups; as they inspire women to actively pursue  Explored the content of a new curriculum service opportunities; and potential candidates for the training  Evaluate the relevancy of the MMV pro- positions; gram to the woman in the pew and develop  Explored the delivery, logistical, and bud- promotional materials and campaigns to getary aspects of producing and presenting engage more women of the LCMS to share the new MMV curriculum; their gifts in service to others.  Explored the administrative procedures for recruiting, selecting, and training new MMVs;  Explored the administrative procedures for recruiting and selecting current and future trainers;  Discussed accountability systems to provide structure for active and new MMVs;  Planned promotional materials and brand- ing for the new face of the MMV program.

Diann Higgins, Chairman, Emily Rogers, Marge Bruning

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Mission–Ministry Vision Consultants (MMV) The Mission-Ministry Vision (MMV) program is designed to assist women in LCMS congregations to involve women in meaningful mission opportunities. Our trained consultants can offer: For I know the  Guidance and support in exploring various structures  plans I have for Assistance in sharpening group focus  Expertise in redefining women’s groups to meet challenges facing today’s women you, ... plans to prosper you They are trained to be: and not to harm  Sensitive to the needs of each congregation you, plans to  Creative and flexible give you hope  Visionary and a future. Contact your district president for the MMV Consultant available to you. The consultants are listed by Jeremiah 29:11 region and their district is indicated at the end of each name. EASTERN REGION NORTHERN REGION SOUTHERN REGION WESTERN REGION Judy Barnes-NJ Carolyn Blum-S WI Sally Aschinger-MO Jan Beck-NE S Marge Bruning-CHES Pauline Brunke-N IL Terri Blasingame-S IL Karen Clark-OR Claire Carlson-EST Mari Ann Colburn-S WI Marguerite Christman-OK Gloria Edwards-CNH Barbara Collins-MI Julie Coy- IA W Beverly England-OK Sharon Goertzen-NE S Nancy Graf Peters-AT Vivian Ernst-IA W Pat Funk-MID S Le Kauth-PSW Jacqueline Green-EST Susan Hartley-ND Diane Garber-GS June Lewis-CNH Sandy Hardies-MI Sharon Herried-S WI Mary Gray-S IL Kathie Lindquist-CNH Barbara Hoffmeier-MI Margaret Hesemann-MN S Robin Haynes-FL/GA Mary Marten-R MTN Janis McDaniels-CAR Dcs. Sylvia Johnson-ENG Diann Higgins-TX Marilyn McClure-ENG Dorothy Pettit Weise-New E Nancy Kohrs-MN S Jennifer Huecker-MO Becky Mustard-NE S Emily Rogers-IN Kay Kreklau-ND Eden Keefe-KS Gerry Neeriemer-WY Jan Rueter-CHES Leah Lehman-N WI Eloise Kuhlmann-TX Edie Norris-WA-AK Alice Schuman-AT Kalia Lo-MN S Esther Mahnken-MID S Linda Reiser-NE S Irene Tatti-AT Cheryl Petersen-MN N Lucinda Mosley-GS Julia Riess-OR Abeba Tzeggai- CHES Debra Rouse-IA W Betty Reichert-OK Melissa Salomón-PSW Barbara Volk-CAR Kathy Schweer-IA E Elaine Stuckemeyer-C IL Barbara Schaer-WY Elsa Webb-AT Karol Selle-N WI Marilyn Treanor-FL-GA Patricia Schutte-PSW Carol Zehnder-CHES Joyce Swedean-MN S Marcia Wittenburg-LA-MS Barb Virus-PSW Darlyne Watts-N IL Virginia Von Seggern-NE N Jan Wendorf-S WI Maricarmen Wells-PSW Frances Wittnebel-MN N Carol Zemke-MN S

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Mustard Seeds Task Force |Deaconess Betty Knapp, Chairman For nearly 40 years, the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League has produced packets of Mustard Seeds as a source for personal Bible study, individual devotion readings, and a means to witness to others. Our long history of utilizing this method of providing God’s message of salvation to the world continued this bien- He [Jesus] replied, nium with the first ever electronically sent daily devotions, the first large print edition, and the develop- “Because you have ment of new devotion sets. so little faith. I tell The Mustard Seeds Task Force considers it great joy to have served the LWML in this capacity. We wish to you the truth, if you express our thanks and appreciation to Department Coordinator Patti Ross, Counselor Mike Mattil, and have faith as small Planner Karen Soeken for their encouragement and guidance. as a mustard seed, you can say to this Mustard Seeds Task Force Purpose Statement: LWML sisters of varied backgrounds will utilize mountain, ‘Move The purpose of the Mustards Seeds Task Force Mustard Seeds which embrace our oneness in from here to there’ is to develop and produce additional Mustard Christ. and it will move. Seeds packets.  Nothing will be A large print edition of Comfort from the Psalms Mustard Seeds was produced for those impossible for you.” Committee Objectives and Activities: with vision impairment. Matthew 17:20 Women will use Mustard Seeds as a supplement to their study of God’s Word. Four new sets of Mustard Seeds Devotions were produced during this biennium: M ustard Seeds devotions have been made available through the LWML website on a  The Joy of Christmas Mustard Seeds, by subscription basis as a daily devotion. Patricia Mitchell, focuses on the Ad- vent, Christmas, and Epiphany seasons A Mustard Seed logo was developed for use of the church year and is suitable for with the online devotion to aid in identifying both personal devotions and as mes- this outreach and personal growth opportu- sages shared with others to help them nity available through Mustard Seeds devotions. know the reason for our Savior’s birth. Guided by the Spirit women will utilize  How, Lord? Mustard Seeds, by Marcia Mustard Seeds to embrace God’s love. Gomulka and Myrna Lou Meyer, M essages are received frequently from the answers some of the tough questions in LWML website on how these devotions have life by looking at God’s Word. impacted individual lives. Many report how  Simple Trust Mustard Seeds, by Elaine they personally have been blessed or encour- Bickel, provides a fresh look at God’s aged by a specific message and how they gifts and daily reminders of the bless- have forwarded the devotion to someone else ing of trusting in Him. they feel will also appreciate the message.  Joyful, Joyful Mustard Seeds, by Rev. Larry and Shari Miller, utilizes the thoughts and phrases contained in commonly known hymns to enrich these messages of hope, joy, and peace.

Myrna Lou Meyer, Marcia Gomulka, Deaconess Betty Knapp, Chairman

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YOUNGN WOMA REPRESENTATIVE TASK FORCE |Anne Hartman, Chairman The purpose of the Young Woman Representative Task Force is to develop resources for young women supporting their involvement in the mission of the LWML on the district and national levels and to produce the YWR program for the national convention. He has showed you, O man, It has been a true joy to serve as the chairman of this new task force. As a former LWML YWR, I know how important this program was for me and how the Lord has blessed me through my involvement in what is good. LWML. I have been blessed to be the chairman of this task force. May God continue to work in the hearts of And what does young women who desire to serve Him. the Lord require of you? To act Committee Objectives Projects and activities that justly and to  Young women will be provided with were continued included: love mercy and resources that are easily accessible and cur-  to walk humbly Impressions, a newsletter for all young rent to their needs. women, was published quarterly on the with your God.  Young women will grow in their knowl- LWML website; Micah 6:8 edge of the LWML and be equipped to  Submissions were made to the Lutheran serve through their experience at the Woman’s Quarterly for the Young Woman LWML Convention in Peoria. Pages including devotions and a spotlight on a young woman; During this biennium we completed the following:  A list of district YWR coordinators was ob- tained for the use of staying connected with  Joyfully United, a resource for district YWR each district and their YWR program; programming, was reformatted and is now available as a downloadable resource on the  Young women writers were sought to con- LWML website; tribute to Impressions, the Lutheran Woman’s Quarterly, and a project done in conjunction  The Young Woman Representative program with the Christian Life Committee. was planned and implemented at this convention;  A Young Woman Representative Handbook was created for convention YWRs as a resource for them to take home with them after the convention;  With the help of the Informa- tion Technology Committee, updates to the existing Young Women page on the LWML website were made. Brandi Bucholz, Anne Hartman, Chairman, Caroline Hayes

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CON VEntion SITE (2019) COMMITTEE |Pat Reichert, Chairman The Convention Site Committee’s assignment is to encourage and help districts in eligible regions to bid to host the convention, evaluate proposals, meet with the bidding convention bureaus, report approved sites to the Executive Committee, and prepare materials for the Board of Directors. The committee  Received letters from two districts stating that they were willing to host the 2019 convention;  Assisted districts in submitting proposal forms;  Reviewed materials submitted by the convention and visitors bureaus (CVB) from two sites. The Convention Site Committee sincerely appreciates the work of the inviting districts and presidents; Texas and Florida-Georgia. Marguerite Christman Ruth Ann Johnson Rev. William Engfehr, Advisory Pat Reichert, Chairman

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LWML Gift Planning Counselor |Pat Bilow LWML has entered into a new phase of the Gifts of Love (GOL) planned giving initiative. A two-day training session was held at the LCMS International Center for six volunteer Gift Planning Advocates to serve as gift planning encouragers in their districts. Assuming the new role are: Dottie Sincebaugh, North Dakota District; Sandy Hardies, Michigan District; Glenda Schuft and Mary Kay Mages, Minnesota South District; Ruth Ann Arbeiter, Southern Illinois District; and Cheryl Keithly, Pacific Southwest District. Ongoing training is being provided through webcam video conferencing. Special thanks to our Planned Giving Council this biennium who met on a regular basis via web telecon- ferencing: Kay Kreklau, Chair; Patti Ross, Linda Reiser, Virginia VonSeggern; and advisory members Jan Wendorf, Rev. Mike Mattil, Ruth Ann Johnson, Helen Miller, Norine Stumpf, and Harold Bohlmann. Following are the results of the Gifts of Love initiative since its inception through October 2010. Rejoice in the Lord always; and again I will say, Rejoice. LWMLO G L Dollars Received Summary — 2007–2010 undesignated designated Philippians 4:4 (ESV) $119,265 – LWML National ,100 – LWML Endowment 10,245 – LWML Districts 710,602 – Gifts of Love initiative $129,510 – Total plus 25% annual income $710,702 – Sub total from an endowment fund $840,212 – Grand Total Dollars Received

2007 – 2010 Deferred and Direct Gifts Grand total breakdown $2,002,808 – 2007 $2,999,889 – National LWML 1,685,738 – 2008 3,870,767 – LWML Gifts of Love initiative 2,424,864 – 2009 ,969,070 – LWML Districts 1,744,394 – 2010 17,978 – LWML A Light that Endures $7,857,804 – Grand Total 100 – LWML Endowment

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E mndow ent Committee |Helen Miller, Chairman In 2000, LWML received a matching gift from a charitable foundation enabling it to establish, in February 2001, the 60th Anniversary Endowment. The endowment was initially funded with the 60th Anniver- sary Thankoffering on Sunday, July 8, at the LWML San Jose convention. LWML districts continued the Thankoffering through the 2002 district conventions. Funding after the Thankoffering came through gener- ous and ongoing gifts. The 60th Anniversary Endowment was dedicated at the 2003 LWML convention in Oklahoma City, thereafter to be called the LWML Endowment Fund. The Board of Directors at the January 2008 meeting approved the recommendation of the Executive Com- mittee “… that the unrestricted dividends and interest earned from the Endowment from April 1, 2006, to March 31, 2008, be set aside for the 2008 Assembly of Leaders, for on-site expenses and production of program materials.” Rejoice in the Lord In 2009 and 2010 the Board of Directors approved that the disposition of the unrestricted dividends and always; again interest earned from the LWML Endowment from April 1, 2009, through December 31, 2010, be postponed I will say, Rejoice. to the February 2011 Board of Directors meeting. Philippians 4:4 (ESV) Total contributions to the Endowment as of December 31, 2010, total $1,533,527 and interest earned is $120,168 (net of earning previously allocated) for a balance of $1,866,849. Praise God! Helen Miller, Chairman Ruth Ann Johnson, Vice-Chairman, Advisory Patti Ross Karen Soeken Norine Stumpf, Advisory Harold T. Bohlmann, C.P.A, Advisory Rev. Mike Mattil, Pastoral Counselor

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N ominating Committee |Dianne Diekmann, Chairman The 2009-2011 Nominating Committee was elected at the 2009 convention in Portland, Oregon for the purpose of preparing a slate of qualified candidates for the 2011 convention in Peoria, Illinois. What an awesome experience this was, as we saw God leading us through the whole process! We are thankful for all those LWML members who submitted nominations for each of the positions to be filled. Modern technology was used for interviewing nominees, as the interviews were conducted with the Inter- net — this was a first. In October 2010 the committee met in St. Louis, Missouri, along with our Pastoral Counselor Rev. Mike Mattil. Nominations were carefully reviewed and prayerfully considered in order to select those who would appear on the ballot. The slate of candidates with brief biographical information was prepared for the spring 2011 issue of the Lutheran Woman’s Quarterly. The list of candidates with more detailed biographies begins on page 23 of this manual. The members of the Nominating Committee thank all of the women and pastors who were willing to have their names placed into nomination. We gratefully acknowledge the prayers, support, and encouragement that we received from our fellow members of the LWML. We are honored to have had this opportunity to serve God and the LWML. We pray that God bless the convention delegates and guide them through the election process. To those elected, may He bless you richly as you serve Him through the LWML’s mission. To those not elected, may He guide you to other ways He has chosen for you to serve.

Pam Kercher, Marcia Wittenburg, Lois Ford Rev. Mike Mattil, Counselor, Dianne Diekmann, Chairman, Melody Rosenwinkel

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2011 Convention Host Committee Back row: Rev. Larry Troxel, Donna Troxel, Cheryl Long, Marlene Schultz, Charlotte Bueltmann, Rosie Meyer, Carmen Foster, Sheila Lutz, Rev. Terry Strom Third row: Susan Suggs, Libbie South, Cheryl Garlisch, Betty Dietrich, Liz Neumann Second row: Marilyn Winter, Kimberly Janssen, Susie Boomgarden, Pat Wetzel, Sandy Linse Front row: Shelley Moeller, DP, Karen Ruhlig, Jan Bundy, Pam Spilker, HCC, Joyce Dodge, Linda Soltwedel, Sue Mc Guire Not pictured: Lana Huber, Eloise Kuhlmann, Marguerite Christman, Janice Wendorf, Edie Norris, Rev. Bill Engferhr

Host Committee Treasurer Convention Manager LWML President Public Relations Director Chairman Cheryl Long, Loami, IL Marguerite Christman, Janice Wendorf, Grafton, WI Edie Norris, Gig Harbor, WA Pam Spilker, Edinburg, IL Convention Program Midwest City, OK Audio-Visual Director Committee Chairman Rev. Bill Engfehr, Collinsville, IL Eloise Kuhlmann, Amarillo, TX

C ommunications C reative Enhancements Facility Management G uest Services P ersonnel Resources Department Department Department Department Department Communications Creative Enhancements Facility Management Guest Services Personnel Resources Coordinator Coordinator Coordinator Coordinator Coordinator Sue McGuire, Springfield, IL Jan Bundy, Champaign, IL Linda Soltwedel, Shumway, IL Joyce Dodge, Geneseo, IL Karen Ruhlig, Athens, IL Prayer Chairman Activities Chairman Properties Chairman Child Care Chairman Counselor Lana Huber, Quincy,IL Kim Janssen, Rochester, IL Betty Dietrich, Morton, IL Carmen Foster, Annawan, IL Rev. Terry Strom, Champaign, IL Publicity Chairman Decorations Chairman Ushers Chairman Food Services Chairman Counselor Sue Boomgarden, Watseka, IL Rosie Meyer, Quincy, IL Marlene Schultz, Wellington,IL Charlotte Bueltmann, Buffalo, IL Rev. Larry Troxel, Quincy IL Secretary Music Chairman Worship Support Chairman Packet Materials/Registra- Hospitality Chairman Libbie South, Rochester, IL Susan Suggs, Taylorville, IL Donna Troxel, Quincy IL tion Chairman Pat Wetzel, Mattoon, IL Staff Services Liz Neumann, Genesseo, IL Special Dress Chairman Sandy Linse, Germantown Hills, IL Tours Chairman Marilyn Winter, Altamont, IL Sheila Lutz, Pekin, IL District President Transportation Chairman Shelley Moeller, Rock Island, IL Cheryl Garlisch, San Jose, IL

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The Executive Committee Front row, left to right: Rev. Mike Mattil, Senior Pastoral Counselor; Karen Soeken, Planner; Eloise Kuhlmann, Vice President of Servant Resources; Patti Ross, Vice President of Christian Life; Judy Carlson, Recording Secretary; Norine Stumpf, Business Administrator Back row, left to right: Pat Reichert, Meeting Manager; Edie Norris, Public Relations Director; Dcs. Sylvia Johnson, Vice President of Human Care; Linda Arnold, Vice President of Communication; Janice Wendorf, President; Helen Miller, Treasurer; Marilyn McClure, Vice President of Servant Resources; Rev. Kris Whitby, Junior Pastoral Counselor

Special Appointed Personnel, Standing Committee Chairmen, and Other Personnel who meet with the Board of Directors are pictured with their committees in the Reports of Officers and Committees section of this manual. Barbara Huggins, Archivist-Historian Carol Schmidt, Structure Committee Chairman Ruth Ann Johnson, Contracts Administrator Carol Fuys, Friends Into Serving Him®Task Force Chairman Marguerite Christman, Convention Manager Melissa Salomón, Heart To Heart Sisters Task Force Chairman Barbara Volk, Parliamentarian Diann Higgins, Mission-Ministry Vision Task Force Chairman Marilyn Stuckwisch, Christian Life Committee Chairman Deaconess Betty Knapp, Mustard Seeds Task Force Chairman Leslie Jaseph, Christian Resources Editors Chairman Anne Hartman, Young Woman Representatives Task Force Nancy Bogenhagen, Information Technology Committee Chairman Chairman Dianne Diekmann, Nominating Committee Chairman Nancy Graf-Peters, Lutheran Woman’s Quarterly, Helen Miller, Interdepartmental Chairman Editor-in-Chief and Endowment Committee Chairman Nikki Tyrrell, Gospel Outreach Committee Chairman Pat Reichert, Convention Site Committee Chairman Anita Beyersdorf, Mission Grants Committee Chairman Pam Spilker, 2011 Convention Host Committee Chairman Donna Gruel, Human Care Committee Chairman Maureen Consiglio, 2013 Convention Host Committee Chairman Eden Keefe, Leader Development Chairman Harold T. Bohlmann, Financial Consultant Pat Bilow, Gift Planning Counselor

88 Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois board of directors district presidents 2008-2012 2010-2014 Shelley Moeller – Central Illinois Deborah Graybosch – Atlantic Debra Poese – Chesapeake (2010-12) Marcia Houseworth – California-Nevada-Hawaii Marilyn H. Treanor – Florida-Georgia Debbie Roseman – Carolinas Betty Kruse – Kansas Rebecca Bessell – Eastern Emily Oliver – Louisiana-Mississippi Shirley Holle – English Cheri Fish – Michigan Jacqueline Morris – Gulf States Henrietta Gordon – Mid-South Margaret Wickert – Indiana Cheryl Petersen – Minnesota North Janice Johnston – Iowa East Shari Miller – Montana Adeline Gutz – Iowa West Sharon Goertzen – Nebraska South Darleen Harens – Minnesota South Lynn Batchelder – New England Karen Drury – Missouri Sue Corwin – North Dakota Marianne Slama – Nebraska North Joy Dougherty – Ohio Ginger Starrett – New Jersey Bev England – Oklahoma Linda Pelot – North Wisconsin Cynthia Behrens – Oregon Janet Mauer – Northern Illinois Linda Koch – Pacific Southwest Carol von Soosten – Rocky Mountain Sharon Roegge – SELC Helen Mayer – Southern Illinois Elaine M. Hankel – South Dakota Elizabeth Reimann – Utah-Idaho Jan Dankwardt – South Wisconsin MaryLynn Huntwork – Washington- Alaska Kathy Lowman – Texas Carolyn Brumbaugh – Wyoming

Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois 89 new LWML member Welcome to the following new societies that have been accepted as members of the Lutheran Women’s Mis- societies sionary League during the 2009-2011 biennium.

Atlantic District Louisiana-Mississippi District Pacific Southwest District The Mite-y Angels First Lutheran LWML LWML-Esther Chinese Ministry St. Timothy Lutheran Church First Lutheran Church Loving Savior Lutheran Church Hyde Park, New York Natchez, Mississippi Chino Hills, California St. Mark’s Women on a Mission Redeemer LWML Naomi and Ruth LWML St. Mark’s Lutheran Church Redeemer Lutheran Church Our Faith Lutheran Church Yonkers, New York Mandeville, Louisiana Irvine, California Willing Group Village Church Villagers Women’s Life Group Immanuel Lutheran Church Village Church Lutheran Church Light of Light Lutheran Church Delhi, New York Lacombe, Louisiana Bermuda Dunes, California Central Illinois District Michigan District South Wisconsin District Concordia LWML Family of Christ LWML Concordia Lutheran Church LWML/Women’s Guild Messiah Lutheran Church Springfield, Illinois Family of Christ Lutheran Church Beloit, Wisconsin Women in Mission Imlay City, Michigan St. Paul Lutheran Church Prince of Peace Ladies Quest Texas District Woodworth, Illinois Prince of Peace Lutheran Church Faith Circle Quincy, Michigan Point of Grace Lutheran Church English District Pflugerville, Texas Ladies of Trinity Guild; Mid-South District Faith Lutheran Ladies; Trinity Lutheran Church, Friends in Christ LWML Faith Lutheran Church; Ocala, Florida Friends in Christ Lutheran Church Graham, Texas Bryant, Arkansas Mount Olive Women’s Group Forney Lutheran Outreach Women; Mount Olive Lutheran Church Missouri District Water of Life Lutheran Church; Tucson, Arizona Ruth’s Servants Forney Texas New Beginnings Women’s Group Immanuel Lutheran Church, Lutheran Women of Missions New Beginnings Lutheran Church Boonville, Missouri Redeemer Lutheran Church of Joy West Branch, Michigan Grace LWML Odessa, Texas Indiana District Grace Lutheran Church LWML Emmanuel Leesville De Soto, Missouri Holy Shepherd Lutheran Church Haslet, Texas Mission Society N ebraska North District Emmanuel Lutheran Church LWML Ruth Circle Bedford, Indiana Hope Lutheran Church Golgotha Lutheran Church Corinth, Texas Epiphany LWML Wausa, Nebraska Epiphany Lutheran Church Zion Women’s Organization West Point, Indiana N orth Dakota District Zion Lutheran Church Risen Lord LWML LWML of Holy Cross Victoria, Texas Risen Lord Lutheran Church Holy Cross Lutheran Church Utah-Idaho District Fisherville, Kentucky Bismarck, North Dakota Light of the Valley LWML Iowa West District N orth Wisconsin District Light of the Valley Lutheran Church Mary and Martha Guild Hmong Kajsiab St. Matthew Riverton, Utah St. John Lutheran Church Hmong Kajsiab S. Matthew Washington-Alaska District Storm Lake, Iowa Lutheran Church Eau Claire, Wisconsin Sarah Circle St. Peter’s LWML Grace Lutheran Church St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Oklahoma District Blaine, Washington Newell, Iowa Night Lighters LWML Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Edmond, Oklahoma

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Helen Irene Morris, who served as the eighth From Left: president of the Lutheran Women’s Mission- Gloria Edwards ary League from 1975-1979, died August 14, Linda Reiser 2010, in Albert Lea, Minnesota. Her funeral Ida Mall service was held August 18 at Our Savior’s Janice Wendorf Lutheran Church in Mankato, Minnesota. She Virginia Von Seggern is survived by her son, three grandchildren, Betty Duda and six great grandchildren. Front: Helen Gienapp Alberta Barnes (not pictured)

Clara Schmitt* 1942–1947 Eula Hankel* 1963–1967 Betty Duda 1987–1991 Aug. 31–Sept. 1, 1943 | Fort Wayne, IN July 20–21, 1965 | San Diego, CA June 26–29, 1989 | Rapid City, SD Serve the Lord with Gladness The Lord is My Light Seek His Face Always 1945 – cancelled due to the war July 18–20, 1967 | Washington, D.C. June 27–30, 1991 | Cleveland, OH July 18–19, 1947 | Chicago, IL Beautiful Savior, Lord of the Nations Celebrate the Jubilee – Glorify His Name Serve the Lord with Gladness Evelyn Hartman* 1967–1971 Ida Mall 1991–1995 Sadie Fulk Roehrs* 1947–1953 July 20–22, 1969 | Houston, TX June 17–20, 1993 | Edmonton, July 27–28, 1949 | Cleveland, OH Thrust with Trust Alberta, Canada Thy Kingdom Come June 22–24, 1971 | Louisville, KY One in Spirit – One in Purpose July 25–26, 1951 | New York, NY Declare His Glory June 22–25, 1995 | Kansas City, MO Live by God’s Design For Such a Time as This Florence Montz* 1971–1975 July 28-29, 1953 | Portland, OR June 25–28, 1973 | Mobile, AL Gloria Edwards 1995–1999 Saved to Serve Together in Christ June 26–29, 1997 | Charlotte, NC Lillian Preisinger* 1953–1959 July 21–24, 1975 | St. Paul, MN Hold Up the Light 1955 – Cancelled due to segregation poli- Saints Arise! July 1–4, 1999 | Minneapolis, MN Let Freedom Ring cies in New Orleans, LA Helen Morris* 1975–1979 April 20–21, 1956 | Denver, CO Aug. 8–11, 1977 | Laramie, WY Virginia Von Seggern 1999–2003 Occupy ‘til I Come Lift Thine Eyes July 5–8, 2001 | San Jose, CA July 31–Aug. 1, 1957 | Minneapolis, MN July 16–19, 1979 | Omaha, NE Because He First Loved Me Talk Ye of All His Wondrous Works Sow the Seed June 19–22, 2003 | Oklahoma City, OK July 22–23, 1959 | Toronto, Ontario, Lord of my heart ... our Hope Canada -Labour with More Love Helen Gienapp 1979–1983 June 22–25, 1981 | Milwaukee, WI Linda Reiser 2003–2007 Emma Hoppe* 1959–1963 Come to the Living Waters June 16–19, 2005 | Tampa, FL July 26–27, 1961 | Pittsburgh, PA June 20–23, 1983 | Detroit, MI Live Joyfully as Salt and Light Living with My Lord Reach Out with Christ June 21–24, 2007 | Sioux Falls, SD July 17–18, 1963 | Kansas City, MO Rest On Christ the King The Harvest is Great Alberta Barnes 1983–1987 July 22–25, 1985 | Ames, IA Janice Wendorf 2007-2011 Give God Glory – Praise His Name! June 25-28, 2009 | Portland, OR June 22–25, 1987 | Ft. Worth, TX Look to the Hills ... God Reigns Radiant with God’s Love June 23-26, 2011 | Peoria, IL *resting in the arms of Jesus Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge

Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois 91 the Lutheran Women’s The LWML holds their biennial convention on a rotation basis, with the regions named as follows: EAST NORTH WEST SOUTH Missionary Atlantic Iowa East California-Nevada-Hawaii Florida-Georgia Carolinas Iowa West Montana Gulf States League Chesapeake Minnesota North Nebraska North Central Illinois by district Eastern Minnesota South Nebraska South Southern Illinois Indiana Northern Illinois Oregon Kansas Michigan North Dakota Pacific Southwest Louisiana-Mississippi New England South Dakota Rocky Mountain Mid-South New Jersey North Wisconsin Utah-Idaho Missouri Ohio South Wisconsin Washington-Alaska Oklahoma Wyoming Texas

The rotation calendar is as follows:

2011-south 2023-north 2013-east 2025-west 2015-north 2027-south 2017-west 2029-east 2019-south 2031-north 2021-east 2033-west

LWMLtrc Dis i t Websites-2012 convention dates will be listed at www.lwml.org. See individual district websites for details. Atlantic−www.adlwml.org Nebraska North−www.ndnlwml.org California-Nevada-Hawaii−www.cnhlwml.org Nebraska South−www.lwmlnesouth.homestead.com Carolinas−www.lutheransonline.com/servlet/lo_ProcServ/dbpage=page New England−www.lwml-ned.org &mode=display&gid=00029000001078282572200914 New Jersey−www.lwmlnj.org Central Illinois−www.lwmlcid.org North Dakota−www.ndlwml.org Chesapeake−www.chesapeakedistrictlwml.org North Wisconsin−www.nwdlwml.org Eastern−www.east-dist-lwml.org Northern Illinois−www.nidlwml.homestead.com English−www.englishdistrictlwml.org Ohio−www.lutheransonline.com/servlet/lo_ProcServ/dbpage= Florida-Georgia−www.flgalwml.com page&mode=display&gid=20071943433810988901111555 Gulf States−www.lwmlgulfstates.org Oklahoma−www.oklwml.org Indiana−www.lwmlindiana.org Oregon−www.orlwml.org Iowa East−www.ide-lwml.org Pacific Southwest−www.members.tripod.com/lwmlpswd Iowa West−www.idwlcms.org/ministry_partners/lwml/index.htm Rocky Mountain−www.rmdlwml.org Kansas−www.kansaslwml.homestead.com SELC−www.lwml-selc.org Louisiana-Mississippi−www.lamslwml.org South Dakota−www.sdlwml.org Michigan−www.mi-lwml.org South Wisconsin−www.swd-lwml.org Mid-South−www.midsouthlwml.org Southern Illinois−www.sidlwml.org Minnesota North−www.lwmlmnn.org Texas−www.lwmltxdist.org Minnesota South−www.mnslwml.org Utah-Idaho−www.utahidaholwml.com Missouri−www.missourilwml.org Washington-Alaska−www.wa-aklwml.org Montana−www.mtdistrictlwml.org Wyoming−http://wy.lcms.org/Pres/LWML/lwml.htm

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#1 Lift High the Cross #4 More Love, More Power (Refrain) Lift high the cross, the love of Christ pro- More love, more power, more of You in my life. claim Till all the world adore His sacred name. More love, more power, more of You in my life. Come, Christians, follow where our Captain trod, Our And I will worship You with all of my heart, king victorious, Christ, the Son of God. (Refrain) And I will worship You with all of my mind; And I will worship You with all of my strength, Led on their way by this triumphant sign, The hosts You are my Lord, You are my Lord, You are my Lord. of God in conqu’ring ranks combine. (Refrain) Jude Del Hierro ©1987 Mercy Publishing. CCLI #927254. All newborn soldiers of the Crucified Bear on their brows the seal of Him who died. (Refrain) #5 Lord, Keep Us Steadfast in Your Word O Lord once lifted on the glorious tree, As Thou hast Lord, keep us steadfast in Your Word; promised, draw us all to Thee. (Refrain) Curb those who by deceit or sword Would wrest the kingdom from Your Son Let ev’ry race and ev’ry language tell of Him And bring to naught all He has done. who saves our lives from death and hell. (Refrain) Lord Jesus Christ, Your pow’r make known, So shall our song of triumph ever be: For You are Lord of lords alone; Praise to the Crucified for victory! (Refrain) Defend Your holy Church that we LSB837. Text and Tune ©1997 Hope Publishing Co. CCLI #927254 May sing Your praise eternally. #2 Make Me Like You LSB655. Public domain. Jesus, Jesus, make me like You. Make me to walk and #6 In Christ Alone to talk like You do. Make my ears listen and make my In Christ alone my hope is found; He is my light, my heart new. Jesus make me be more like You. strength, my song. This cornerstone, this solid ground, Jesus, Jesus, make me like You. Make me to touch and firm through the fiercest drought and storm. What to care like You do. Make me reach out with Your heights of love, what depths of peace When fears are arms that forgive. Jesus, make me live like You live. stilled, when strivings cease! My Comforter, my All in Jesus, Jesus, make me like You. Make me to love and All, here in the love of Christ I stand. to help like You do. Make my eyes open so others can In Christ alone, who took on flesh, Fullness of God see; Jesus, make Your love seen through me. in helpless Babe! This gift of love and righteousness, Jesus, Jesus, make me like You. Make me to think and Scorned by the ones He came to save. Till on that cross to do what You do. Make me to serve You, give thanks as Jesus died, the wrath of God was satisfied. For ev’ry and obey; Jesus, make me like You today. sin on Him was laid; Here in the death of Christ I live. Lana Gibbons ©1999 Marengo, IL. Used by permission. There in the ground His body lay, Light of the world by darkness slain. Then bursting forth in glorious day, Up #3 As the Deer from the grave He rose again! And as He stands in vic- As the deer panteth for the water, so my soul longeth tory, sin’s curse has lost its grip on me, For I am His and after Thee. You alone are my heart’s desire, and I long He is mine, bought with the precious blood of Christ. to worship Thee. No guilt in life, no fear in death; This is the pow’r of (Chorus) You alone are my strength, my shield; To Christ in me. From life’s first cry to final breath, Jesus You alone may my spirit yield. You alone are my commands my destiny. No pow’r of hell, no scheme of heart’s desire, and I long to worship Thee. man, can ever pluck me from His hand. Till He returns or calls me home, here in the pow’r of Christ I’ll stand. You’re my friend and You are my brother, Keith Getty & Stuart Townend ©2002 Thankyou Music CCLI#927254 even though You are a King. I love You more than any other, So much more than anything. (Chorus) I want You more than gold or silver, only You can satisfy. You alone are the real joy-giver and the apple of my eye. (Chorus) Martin Nystrom ©1986 by Maranatha! Music. CCLI #927254

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#7 You Are My King #10 What A Friend We Have in Jesus I’m forgiven because You were forsaken. I’m accepted; What a friend we have in Jesus, All our sins and griefs You were condemned. I’m alive and well, Your Spirit is to bear! What a privilege to carry everything to God in within me Because You died and rose again. prayer! Oh what peace we often forfeit, Oh what need- Amazing love, how can it be That You, my King, would less pain we bear, All because we do not carry every- die for me? Amazing love, I know it’s true; It’s my joy thing to God in prayer! to honor You. Have we trials and temptations? Is there trouble any- You are my King, You are my King. Jesus, You are my where? We should never be discouraged, Take it to the King. Jesus, You are my King. Lord in prayer. Can we find a Friend so faithful Who will all our sorrow share? Jesus knows our every Billy James Foote ©1997 worshiptogether.com songs CCLI #927254 weakness, Take it to the Lord in prayer. #8 Shout to the Lord Are we weak and heavy laden, Cumbered with a load My Jesus, my Savior, Lord, there is none like You, all of of care? Precious Savior, still our refuge, Take it to the my days I want to praise the wonders of Your mighty Lord in prayer. Do thy friends despise, forsake thee? love; My Comfort, my Shelter, Tower of refuge and Take it to the Lord in prayer. In His arms He’ll take strength; Let every breath, all that I am never cease to and shield thee; Thou wilt find a solace there. worship You. LSB 770. Public domain. (Chorus) #11 How Great is Our God Shout to the Lord, all the earth let us sing, power and majesty, praise to the King; Mountains bow down The splendor of a King, clothed in majesty. Let all the and the seas will roar at the sound of Your name. I earth rejoice, all the earth rejoice. He wraps Himself sing for joy at the work of Your hands, forever I’ll in light, and darkness tries to hide. It trembles at His love You, forever I’ll stand; Nothing compares to the voice, trembles at His voice. promise I have in You. (Chorus) How great is our God! Sing with me: How Darlene Zschech ©1993 Hillsongs. CCLI#927254 great is our God! And all will see how great, how great, is our God! #9 Holy, Holy, Holy And age to age He stands, and time is in His hands. Holy, holy, holy! Lord God Almighty! Early in the morn- Beginning and the End, Beginning and the End. The ing our song shall rise to Thee. Holy, holy, holy, merciful Godhead, Three in One, Father, Spirit, Son, The Lion and mighty! God in three persons, blessed Trinity. and the Lamb, Lion and the Lamb. (Chorus) Holy, holy, holy! All the saints adore Thee, Casting Name above all names, Worthy of all praise. My heart down their golden crowns around the glassy sea; will sing: How great is our God! Name above all Cherubim and seraphim falling down before Thee, names, Worthy of all praise. My heart will sing: How Which wert and art, and evermore shalt be. great is our God! (Chorus) Holy, holy, holy! Though the darkness hide Thee, Chris Tomlin, Jesse Reeves and Ed Cash ©2004 worshiptogether. com songs CCLI #927254 Though the eye of sinful man Thy glory may not see, Only Thou art holy; there is none beside Thee, Perfect in pow’r, in love, and purity. Holy, holy, holy! Lord God Almighty! All Thy works shall praise Thy name, in earth and sky and sea. Holy, holy, holy! Merciful and mighty! God in three persons, blessed Trinity! LSB 507. Public domain.

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#12 How Great Thou Art #14 Above All O Lord my God, when I in awesome wonder, Above all powers, above all kings, Above all nature Consider all the works Thy hands have made and all created things; Above all wisdom and all the I see the stars, I hear the rolling thunder, ways of man, You were here before the world began. Thy pow’r throughout the universe displayed. Above all kingdoms, above all thrones, Above all won- (Chorus) Then sings my soul, my Savior, God to Thee, ders the world has ever known; Above all wealth and How great Thou art! How great Thou art! treasures of the earth, There’s no way to measure what Then sings my soul, my Savior God, to Thee, You’re worth, How great Thou art! How great Thou art! (Chorus) Crucified, laid behind the stone; You lived When through the woods and forest glades I wander, to die, rejected and alone. Like a rose trampled on I hear the birds sing sweetly in the trees. the ground, You took the fall, And thought of me, When I look down from lofty mountain grandeur And above all. hear the brook and feel the gentle breeze. (Chorus) Lenny LeBlanc & Paul Baloche ©1999 Integrity’s Music. CCLI #927254 But when I think that God, His Son not sparing, Sent Him to die, I scarce can take it in, #15 Just a Closer Walk With Thee That on the cross my burden gladly bearing (Chorus) Just a closer walk with Thee, Grant it Jesus, He bled and died to take away my sin. (Chorus) if You please; Daily walking close to Thee, Let it be, When Christ shall come with shout of acclamation dear Lord, let it be. And take me home, what joy shall fill my heart! I am weak but Thou art strong, Jesus, keep me from Then I shall bow in humble adoration And there pro- all wrong. I’ll be satisfied as long as I walk, dear Lord, claim: “My God how great Thou art!” (Chorus) close to Thee. (Chorus) LSB 801. Public domain. Thru this world of toil and snares, If I falter, Lord, who cares? Who with me my burden shares? None but Thee, #13 Feed My Lambs dear Lord, none but Thee. (Chorus) (Chorus) “Feed My lambs, feed My lambs”. That’s When my feeble life is o’er. Time for me will be no what Jesus did say. “Feed My lambs, feed My lambs, more; On that bright eternal shore I will walk, dear Feed them My love today. Feed them hope, feed them Lord, close to Thee. (Chorus) joy, Feed them wisdom from above. If you love Me, Public domain. feed My lambs with My love.” Teach them all that He’s done to give them life. #16 O Word of God Incarnate Teach them Jesus in all you do. Teach them how they O Word of God incarnate, O Wisdom from on high, are loved And how they should live. Teach them Jesus O Truth unchanged, unchanging, O Light of our dark loves me And He loves you. (Chorus) sky: We praise You for the radiance That from the hal- Show them all that He does to care for them. lowed page, A lantern to our footsteps, Shines on from Show them Jesus so they can see. Show them how they age to age. must love and worship His name. Show them how He The Church from You, dear Master, Received the gift first loved you and me. (Chorus) divine; And still that light is lifted O’er all the earth to Tell them how He’s their Friend And holds their hands. shine. It is the chart and compass That, all life’s voyage Tell them He’s there in day and night. Tell them He through, Mid mists and rocks and quicksands Still lights their way and shows what to do. Tell them shine guides, O Christ, to You. for Him, little Gospel light. (Chorus) O make Your Church, dear Savior, A lamp of bur- Feed them all they will need to grow up strong. Feed nished gold To bear before the nations Your true light them food that our Shepherd does give. Feed them as of old! O teach Your wand’ring pilgrims By this God’s saving grace and wisdom for life. Feed His their path to trace Till, clouds and darkness ended, lambs so in heaven they will live. (Chorus) They see You face to face! Lana Gibbons ©1992. Marengo, IL. Used by permission. LSB 523. Public domain.

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#17 Serve the Lord With Gladness In league with the Spirit, who moved o’er the waters Serve the Lord with gladness! It is He alone who When time was beginning, help us now, we pray. As redeemed us sinners, Guides us as His own. To enjoy we venture into the future, remind us Of baptismal the blessings of His love and grace. Will at last in glory grace that we live in each day. (Refrain) meet us face to face. So let us all tell of His dying and rising; Give honor (Refrain) Onward then for Jesus! Let this be our aim: and praise to Lord Jesus our King. Who reigns with “Serve the Lord with gladness!” Glorify His name!” the Father and Spirit forever, In league with our Lord with one voice we will sing. (Refrain) Serve the Lord with gladness! He gave us command to Text & music ©Jeffrey E. Burkart. Used by permission. Copyright proclaim His Gospel Now in every land So that fellow secured through the LWML Office. All rights reserved. sinners may, like us, be blest; Leading them to Jesus, We can serve Him best.(Refrain) #20 I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light “Serve the Lord with gladness!” There’s no greater joy I want to walk as a child of the light. I want to follow than to serve the Master, Work in His employ as we Jesus. God set the stars to give light to the world. The build His kingdom Angels, too, rejoice over every sin- star of my life is Jesus. ner Brought to hear His voice. (Refrain) (Refrain) In Him there is no darkness at all. The night Tune: LSB662. Public domain. Text: LWML and the day are both alike. The Lamb is the light of the city of God. Shine in my heart, Lord Jesus. #18 Lutheran Women, One And All I want to see the brightness of God. I want to look at Lutheran women, one and all. We have heard the Gos- Jesus. Clear Sun of Righteousness, shine on my path, pel call. We by faith have seen our Lord Crucified and And show me the way to the Father. (Refrain) then restored. We have seen Him pay the price, For our sins a sacrifice. Him we Lord and Christ acclaim And I’m looking for the coming of Christ. I want to be with unite to praise His name. Jesus. When we have run with patience the race, We shall know the joy of Jesus. (Refrain). Lutheran women, young and old, Well we know His Kathleen Thomerson ©1970, 1975 Celebration. LSB411. CCLI#927254 challenge bold: Help to take the Gospel light To a world in darkest night, By example in the home, By #21 Mighty to Save inviting those who roam, By our prayers for sinners lost, By our gifts for missions’ cost. Everyone needs compassion, Love that’s never failing. Let mercy fall on me. Everyone needs forgiveness, The Lutheran women, coast to coast, In the Lord a mighty kindness of a Saviour. The Hope of nations. host. Let us all united be in the Holy Trinity. One in faith, in hope, and love, Working for the Lord above, Till, (Chorus) Saviour, He can move the mountains My our earthly labors done, We in heaven shall all be one. God is mighty to save, He is mighty to save. Forever, Author of Salvation, He rose and conquered the Text: Elmer A. Kettner, Tune: LSB 892 Public domain grave. Jesus conquered the grave. #19 In League with Our Lord So take me as You find me, all my fears and failures. In league with the Father; creative and caring, We Fill my life again. I give my life to follow, Everything I broadcast good news to all people in need. We offer believe in. Now I surrender. (Chorus) our service, our gifts and our talents, Be with us, dear Shine your light, and let the whole world see. We’re Father, as we sow the seed. singing for the glory of the risen King, Jesus. Shine (Refrain) With care and compassion for all of God’s your light, and let the whole world see. We’re singing people We’re servants in mission who heed the com- for the glory of the risen King. (Chorus) mand To tell of Christ Jesus and make new disciples Shine your light, and let the whole world see. We’re In earth’s farthest corners, throughout ev’ry land. singing for the glory of the risen King, Jesus. Shine In league with the Son who was born in a manger; Who your light, and let the whole world see. We’re singing opened His arms to the world on the tree. for the glory of the risen King. (Chorus) O, Risen One, help us to reach out and comfort Reuben Morgan & Ben Fielding ©2005 Hillsong Publishing. CCLI#927254 All those who are yearning from sin to be free. (Refrain)

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#22 We Are Marching in the Light of God We are marching in the light of God, We are marching in the light of God. We are marching in the light of God, We are marching in the light of God. We are marching, marching, we are marching, Marching, we are marching in the light of God. We are marching, marching, we are marching, Marching, we are marching in the light of God. We are singing… We are dancing… We are praying… Anders Nyberg, Andrew Maries ©1987, 1991 Sovereign Music UK. CCLI#927154 #23 Let Us Ever Walk with Jesus #24 Christ the Eternal Lord Let us ever walk with Jesus, Follow His example pure, Through a world that would deceive us And to sin our Christ the eternal Lord, Whose promise here we claim, spirits lure. Onward in His footsteps treading, Pil- Whose gifts of grace are freely poured On all who grims here, our home above, Full of faith and hope and name Your name; With thankfulness and praise We love, Let us do the Father’s bidding, Faithful Lord, with stand before Your throne, Intent to serve You all our me abide; I shall follow where You guide. days And make Your glory known. Let us suffer here with Jesus And with patience bear Christ the unchanging Word To ev’ry passing age, our cross. Joy will follow all our sadness; Where He Whose timeless teachings still are heard Set forth on is, there is no loss. Though today we sow no laughter, Scripture’s page; Transform our throught and mind, We shall reap celestial joy; All discomforts that annoy Enlighten all who read, Within our Word by faith to Shall give way to mirth hereafter. Jesus, here I share find The bread of life indeed. Your woe; Help me there Your joy to know. Christ the redeeming Son, Who shares our human Let us gladly die with Jesus. Since by death He con- birth, And by His death salvation won For ev’ry child quered death, He will free us from destruction, Give of earth; Inspire our hearts, we pray, To tell Your love to us immortal breath. Let us mortify all passion That abroad, That all may honor Christ today And follow would lead us into sin; And the grave that shuts us Him as Lord. in Shall but prove the gate to heaven. Jesus, here with Christ the unfading Light Of everlasting day, Our You I die, There to live with You on high. Morning Star in splendor bright, The Life, the Truth, Let us also live with Jesus. He has risen from the dead the Way; That light of truth You give To servants as to That to life we may awaken. Jesus, You are now our friends, Your way to walk, Your life to live, Till earth’s head. We are Your own living members. Where You brief journey ends. live, there we shall be In Your presence constantly, Christ the ascended King Exalted high above, Whose Living there with You forever. Jesus, let me faithful be, praise unending ages sing, Whom yet unseen we love; Life eternal grant to me. When mortal life is past Your voice from heaven’s Text: ©1978 Lutheran Book of Worship. Tune: Public domain. LSB 685 throne Shall call Your children home at last To know as we are known. Text: ©1999 Hope Publishing Co. CCLI#927254 Tune: Public domain. LSB829

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BEI NG WITH JESUS Written to the glory of God for the Lutheran’s Women’s Missionary League 34th Biennial Convention, Peoria, Illinois And they realized that they had been Chorus: with Jesus. For we Being with Jesus; His Word is alive! cannot but speak Being with Jesus; renewed and revived! the things which Being with Jesus; His Word makes me bold we have seen to speak of Jesus ‘till ev’ryone’s told! and heard. Acts 4:13b, 20 (NKJV) When I’m with Him, His love I can’t hide. When I’m with Him, I’m healed by His grace. When I’m with Him, revised from inside. When I’m with Him, in each holy place. When I’m with Him, my heart’s clean and new. When I’m with Him, the Truth sets me free. Changing my life as I share Life with you! Living with Jesus is how life should be! (Chorus) (Chorus)

When I’m with Him, transformed by His When I’m with Him, my fears are at rest. touch. When I’m with Him, my life is so blessed. When I’m with Him, I speak of Him much. When I’m with Him, in faith’s daily walk. When I’m with Him, His Word makes me Growing in Him as my life is His talk! strong. (Chorus) Sharing the Good News of Him all day long! (Chorus) When I’m with Him, forever I’ll be. When I’m with Him, victoriously. When I’m with Him, His Word is the Way. When I’m with Him, my God, Three in One, When I’m with Him, He guides me all day. Praising the Father, the Spirit, the Son! When I’m with Him, engaged in His Word. (Chorus) Speaking of all that I’ve seen & I’ve heard! Lana Gibbons ©2010, Marengo, IL. Used by permission. (Chorus)

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T he Lutheran Women’s Missionary League gratefully acknowledges: Thrivent Financial for Lutherans for its full underwriting of the reproduction and mailing costs of the Convention DVD to be sent to all registrants following the convention; Lutheran Braille Workers for providing sight-saving convention manuals; Church Organ Network of Effingham for providing the Allen Quantum Renais- sance Organ (217) 343-1795; Samuel Music of Effingham, Springfield, and Champaign for providing the Yamaha Conservatory Concert Artist Grand Piano; Lutheran Hour Ministries for sponsoring Phyllis Wallace’s participation at the convention as a Saturday luncheon speaker; Concordia Publishing House for sponsoring Dr. Kurt Senske’s participation at the convention as a Saturday luncheon speaker; The Mill Neck Foundation for its support of the closed captioning of the convention proceedings and interpreter service for the convention. The Mill Neck Foun- dation, Inc., Dr. Mark Prowatzke, Executive Director, was incorporated in 1979 to gather funds to assist in a variety of ministries to the deaf; The LCMS Central Illinois District Lutheran Church Extension Fund and the 2011 LWML Host Committee for their gifts of the 35 communion sets – crafted by Jerry McNeil, McNeil Pottery, Peoria, Illinois; LCMS World Mission, Kurt Bucholz, Interim Director; Rev. Dr. David Birner, Associate Executive Director for missionary support and support of pre-convention Heart To Heart Sisters cross-cultural training and gathering; The Lutheran Church Extension Fund (LCEF) St. Louis, Missouri, for its financial gift in support of convention programming; Members of Trinity Lutheran, Edinburg, Illinois for their gift of the communion wafers Concordia Publishing House and the Peoria Area Convention and Visitors Bureau for providing gift items for the presenters; Thrivent Financial for Lutherans for providing convention tote bags and notepads; The Peoria Area Convention and Visitors Bureau for providing support for convention programming; Iglesia Luterana San Pablo for translation equipment and Alex Merlo, Jr. for translation during the convention; Grateful thanks to all the “TEE UP 4 MITES” golf outing sponsors, hole sponsors and participants in making this a success in gathering funds for LWML mites.

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100 Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois convention statistical highlights Wednesday, June 22, 2011 Saturday, June 25, 2011 report 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Registration 6:30 a.m.------Mission Pledge Walk/Exercise 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.------Camp BWJ Child Care/Youth Thursday, June 23, 2011 Districts (40) Number Number Number Estimated District Total Mite Goal 7a.m. – 7p.m.------Registration Activities of Zones of Units of Societies Membership Events Adopted 2010-2012 9 – 11a.m.------Servant Activities 8 – 9:30 a.m.------Exhibits Open 11a.m. – 1p.m.------Servant Activities 9:15 a.m.------Singing Atlantic 7 70 74 900 60 $75,000 1 – 3p.m.------Servant Activities 9:30 a.m.------Fifth Meeting; California-Nevada-Hawaii 19 122 122 1,545 71 $249,920 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.------Blood Donations Procession: Past LWML Presidents Carolinas 7 72 93 1,345 33 $65,000 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.------Exhibits Open Mission Flag Procession Central Illinois 12 134 146 2,264 9 $152,000 At a Glance 12:30 – 2:30 p.m.------Choir Rehearsal Bible study: Dr. Reed Lessing Chesapeake 10 110 117 2,075 42 $125,000 Report of the President: Janice M. Wendorf Eastern 9 92 92 1,250 60 $124,866 This Convention 3 – 4 p.m.------Delegate Orientation Highlights page is here 4 – 6 p.m.------District Caucuses/ Convention Offering #3 English 8 58 58 1,012 38 $62,000 to help you know at a District Photos Greetings: LCMS President Rev. Matthew Harrison Florida-Georgia 22 135 142 6,511 91 $163,000 glance where and when 6:45 p.m.------Pre-Service Music Report of the Nominating Committee Gulf States 6 57 59 963 23 $54,000 convention events are 7 p.m.------First Meeting Introduction of Candidates Indiana 21 230 230 7,411 91 $106,800 taking place. Please 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.------Exhibits Open Iowa East 12 97 108 2,349 52 $185,540 refer to the Convention Worship Service with Communion 12 Noon ------Special Interest Luncheons Iowa West 20 157 178 4,558 170 $153,416 Program on pages 10-15 Proclaimer: Dr. Ken Klaus; for more detailed de- Convention Offering #1: 2011-2013 LWML Mission Goal 2 p.m.------Singing Kansas 13 140 147 3,131 103 $135,000 scriptions of convention 2:15 p.m.------Sixth Meeting Louisiana-Mississippi 5 50 50 548 36 $55,000 meetings and activities Friday, June 24, 2011 Mission Address: Dr. David Birner Michigan 31 337 345 6,500 132 $230,000 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.------Camp BWJ (Being With Jesus); Missionary Guests: Andrea Herman, Rev. Todd Roeske Mid-South 10 100 100 1690 64 $157,000 Child Care/Youth Activities Balloting for Officers Minnesota North 17 155 162 3,194 100 $168,750 8 a.m.------Singing Installation of Nominating Committee Minnesota South 24 185 193 4,195 120 $240,000 8:15 a.m. ------Second Meeting; Invitation to Pittsburgh 2013 Missouri 21 240 270 5,381 70 $335,000 Banner Procession: District Presidents and YWRs Recognition of Executive Committee, Special Appointed Montana 6 51 55 850 30 $51,000 Bible study: Dr. Reed Lessing Personnel and LWML Committees, YWRs, Heart to Heart Nebraska North 10 92 104 1,689 29 $81,500 Convention Business Sisters Participants Nebraska South 12 128 130 2,900 26 $140,000 Financial Reports 7:30 p.m.------Seventh Meeting New England 5 52 52 360 32 $53,075 Adoption of Mission Goal 2011-2013 Entertainment: Sibling Harmony New Jersey 5 32 50 500 15 $20,000 Mites in Action Speakers: Dr. Paul and Becky Shaw North Dakota 6 73 75 1,600 25 $67,000 Lunch break Sunday, June 26, 2011 8:45 a.m.------Singing North Wisconsin 19 196 211 3,566 82 $92,500 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.------Exhibits Open Northern Illinois 28 214 216 5,000 119 $194,000 12 Noon------Info Gatherings 9 a.m.------Eighth Meeting Mites in Action Speaker: Mr. Paul Miller Ohio 13 161 161 3,482 74 $210,000 2 p.m.------Singing Oklahoma 8 73 77 1,352 41 $88,000 2:15 p.m.------Third Meeting Recognition of Peoria Host District Installation of Officers Oregon 9 93 94 900 200 $84,000 Keynote Address: Deb Burma Pacific Southwest 28 248 212 4,732 209 $323,150 Mission Grants Presentation Worship Service Proclaimer: Dr. Joe Meyer Rocky Mountain 11 103 103 1,858 76 $160,000 Balloting SELC 3 24 24 360 12 $18,000 Mites in Action Speaker: Rev. Jeff Johnson Gifts from the Heart Dedication Convention Offering #4 South Dakota 10 103 106 2292 46 $104,438 Convention Offering #2 South Wisconsin 21 170 175 2,245 117 $200,000 Dinner 11:30 a.m.------Adjournment Highlights Southern Illinois 7 74 84 1,702 46 $58,000 5 – 7 p.m.------Exhibits Open Texas 30 226 256 3,922 158 $328,280 7:30 p.m. ------Fourth Meeting Utah-Idaho 4 43 43 536 23 $21,000 Inspirational evening with Katie Stam, Washington-Alaska 11 96 102 1,241 66 $163,000 Miss America 2009 Wyoming 6 51 52 810 33 $76,150

Totals 526 4,844 5,068 98,719 2,824 $5,370,385

Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge 34th Biennial Convention  June 23-26, 2011  Peoria, Illinois Being with Jesus – Living on the Edge Being And they realized they had been with Jesus. “For we cannot but speak the things which we have seen and heard.” Acts 4:13b, 20 (NKJV) Convention Goal Statement with Empowered by being with Jesus, I courageously speak of Him and live a life transformed by His love. Jesus Convention Objectives Convention attendees will: • Praise the Triune God Living • Encounter Him in His Word on • Live boldly as His children the Edge