Who We Are

group photo of 2021–2023 LWML Board of Directors

The Lutheran Women’s Missionary League (LWML) is an official auxiliary of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Since 1942, the LWML has focused on affirming each woman’s relationship with Christ, encouraging and equipping women to live out their Christian lives in active mission ministries and to support global missions.

Mission Statement

As Lutheran Women in Mission, we joyfully proclaim Christ, support missions, and equip women to honor God by serving others.

Mission Statement 8.5x11" poster — color
Mission Statement 8.5x11" poster — b/w

Vision Statement

The LWML is the leading group for LCMS women where each woman is welcomed and encouraged to use her unique God-given gifts as she supports global missions and serves the Lord with gladness.

2021–2023 Primary Focus

Proclaiming Christ
Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous works among all peoples! (Psalm 96:3).
Supporting Missions
And he said to them, “Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the whole creation (Mark 16:15).
Equipping Women
Now may the God of peace … equip you with everything good that you may do his will (Hebrews 13:20–21).
Serving Others
As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another (1 Peter 4:10a).

2021–2023 Primary Focus

Strategic Plan

Strategic Plan Goals and Objectives 2021–2023

Beliefs

As an auxiliary of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, our beliefs are in line with the statements found on the LCMS website at lcms.org/about/beliefs