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 Lutheran
Counseling Network
is an extension of the church's
ministry to the community. They provide therapy for individuals,
couples, families and groups addressing such areas as
depression, anxiety, recovery from trauma, behavioral problems,
parenting, sexuality, and spirituality.
Domestic Abuse
Women's Network DAWN has a 27-year history of providing
services to survivors of domestic violence in South King County.
It is the voices of survivors, their struggles and experiences,
which guide their work and give meaning to their mission.
Federal Way EX3 Ron
Sandwith Teen Center
EX3 Teen Center is a place where teens
6th - 12th grades can attend daily during designated hours.
Activities range from indoor basketball, volleyball, badminton,
and tons more!
Lutheran
World Relief
seeks lasting
solutions to poverty and injustice and in doing so, compels U.S.
Lutherans to put their faith into action.
ELCA
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. "Living in
God's Amazing Grace."
Within the ELCA, Calvary is a
part of the
Southwestern Synod.
The
Women of
the ELCA have their own organization.
Women of the ELCA Triennial
Gathering
“Come to the Waters”
July 10-13
Salt Lake City, Utah
The Gathering features worship, Bible study, inspiring speakers,
and workshops. Visit www.womenoftheelca.org/tg08 to learn more
and register online.
COMMUNITY OF LAY MINISTERS
Our SWW Synod periodically offers two-year training programs
designed to enhance the ministry of lay people who are already
serving their congregations in effective ways. These are people
who have specific skills that are useful to the church and a
strong commitment to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The goal is
provide a solid background in biblical studies, Lutheran
confessions, church history and practical theology. Upon
satisfactory completion of the program, participants are
certified by the Bishop, become part of the Community of Lay
Ministers, and are eligible to be commissioned to serve in their
congregations or in a special setting. The Community of Lay
Ministers is now actively organizing the Olympia Study group.
The CLM Mentor will be Marcia Riggers of the Lutheran Church of
the Good Shepherd in Olympia. She will convene the group and be
the general coordinator of this study group. She was the FIRST
to be commissioned in this program about 20 years ago, and has
been a leading lay minister in our synod. She chairs the Synod
Leadership Board.
The CLM Pastor Mentor will be the Rev. Linda Nou. Pastor Nou
will be the spiritual guide and companion throughout the two
years. Pastor Nou is a pastor with a wealth of experience as a
professional lay worker and ordained pastor. She is also a
Spiritual Director, Intentional Interim Pastor and is currently
finishing her credentials as a Mediator. Other pastors and lay
leaders will be engaged as instructors as soon as the calendar
is set.
It is now important for everyone interested to make a decision
about their participation, acquire the application materials
from Allison in the synod office (253-535-8300), secure the
support of your pastor and church council, and return the
completed forms to the SYNOD OFFICE as soon as possible.
NOW!! For those who may want to refer people into this fantastic
lay ministry opportunity, then please forward this information
to those you know are interested in your congregation, etc. The
time for encouragement is now!
If you would like to speak directly to Marcia Riggers, CLM,
please contact her at riggersmk@comcast.net. You may also
contact Pastor Jan Otto with questions at revjan@hotmail.com or
simply contact our own
Jan Olson
City
of Federal Way
Official City website.
Federal Way Multi-Service Center is a comprehensive
resource for those in need, working with other groups in its
service area to maximize their resources. They offer assistance
and guidance in education, energy assistance, employment and
housing. They also have a food and clothing bank and offer
information on a long-term care ombudsman program.
LATCH
(Lutheran Alliance to Create Housing) LATCH is a coalition of
Lutheran congregations whose mission is to build safe and
nurturing communities that recognize the right to affordable
housing, the importance of self-determination, and the value of
mutual respect.
Lutheran Marriage
Encounter
This site provides resources for
nurturing healthy marriages.
Compass Center
The Compass Center is located at 77
South Washington St. in Seattle, WA and serves homeless and
low-income men and women over 18 years of age.
Seattle Beginning
Experience
Seattle Beginning Experience is an
international support program for divorced, separated and widowed
individuals, and their families. The programs are designed to
facilitate the resolution of the grief surrounding the end of a
marriage/relationship and to promote healing.
Lutheran
Community Services Northwest
 The South Puget Sound office
of this organization can provide you with information on Senior &
Independent Living Services such as Meals on Wheels, HomeHelpers
Homecare and many other services for seniors and also has
information on Family Support Services such as Domestic Violence
Family Services and Foster Care and Adoption Information.
 Thrivent
Financial Thrivent Financial for Lutherans exists to help
its members achieve financial security and give back to their
congregations, institutions and the broader community.
The organization and its affiliates offer a broad range of
financial products and services including life insurance,
annuities, mutual funds, disability income insurance, bank
products and more.
 FUSION
(Friends United to Shelter the Indigent, Oppressed, and Needy
Providing Transitional Housing for
Homeless Women with Children
Providing women in need with hope and a future.
These funds will be invested in transitional housing and support
services for women and children in the Federal Way community.
FUSION currently maintains and operates nine fully furnished
housing units and contracts case management services through the
South King County YWCA.
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