Episcopal Church Women (ECW)
In 1871, General Convention authorized the first Women’s Auxiliary to the Board of Missions and in 1874 the first ECW Triennial in NY was held. The mission empowers the women of ECW to become a vibrant blend of all ages, coming together as a peacemaking, healing part of the Church - to be a “Godspark” - shining and sharing the love of Christ.
As ECW has evolved here at Grace St. Paul’s, we have become a strong supporter of GFS and often combine activities for a mutual benefit. Many of our GFS leaders are now active members of our ECW Chapter. ECW is a parent group for United Thank Offering (UTO) providing grants around the world to help women and children, the Church Periodical Club-sending textbooks to seminarians and providing bibles, books of Common Prayer and hymnals to churches unable to provide for themselves. Miles of Pennies is an ongoing collection that funds a children’s book ministry and the Diocesan Altar Guild helps supply altar linens as well as vestments and stoles for new Deacons and Priests.
At Grace-St. Paul’s we work to also provide our college students with a Student Service Award each year for their service to church and community. We would love to have you join us - feel free to contact Lydia Kugler at kuglerll@aol.com.
