NW MN Synodical Women's Organization
What is SWO?
The Northwestern Minnesota Synodical Women’s Organization is part of the 8,596 active congregational units that are the heart of Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (WELCA).
About WELCA
WELCA carries out its partnership with this church through three mission areas-Growth, Community, and Action-providing for leadership development, growth in faith and witness, support of one another in community, and service and development projects and programs, locally and globally.
Our Mission
To mobilize women to act boldly on their faith in Jesus Christ.
2026 Women of the ELCA Convention Actions
Read a summary of the memorials and resolution adopted at the 2026 Women of the ELCA Thirteenth Triennial Convention. Use this resource to start a conversation about how you or your local Women of the ELCA group might respond.
Lutheran World Relief Quilt Fall Pick Up Locations
1. Wadena: December 7th-12th
8AM - 5 PM, M-F
Polman Transfer
63425 Hwy 10
Wadena MN 56482
2. Fargo: October 19-23rd
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Midwest Motors Express
314 27th St N
Fargo ND 58102
3. Grand Forks: October 22nd-23rd
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Midwest Motors Express
2215 N. Washington
Grand Forks ND 58203
4. Roseau: November 6th
Noon - 2:30
In parking lot east of the Post Office
USPS-114 Center St E
Roseau MN 56751
5. TRF:November 7th
8:00 - Noon
604 Atlantic Ave N
Thief River Falls MN 56701
6. Osakis: October 28th
8 AM -10 AM
Hensley’s Pallet Shop
3811 MN 27th SE
Osakis MN 56360
Phone: 320-859-2297
NW MN SWO Leadership
SWO Forms
Leadership & Communication Resources
Resources for congregational leaders, presidents, and communication planning.
Scholarships, Grants & Financial Assistance
Applications and information related to scholarships and participation support.
Congregational & Treasurer Forms
Forms used by congregations and local unit leadership.
Nominations & Recognition
Forms related to leadership nominations and awards.
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