Evangelical Lutheran Church in America

Welcome to the Registration for the Women of the

ELCA - 13th Triennial Gathering

July 16 - 19, 2026

At the Iowa Event Center Des Moines Convention Center, Des Moines Iowa

The Women of the ELCA Triennial Gathering takes place every three years and gathers 1500-3000 women leaders, participants, and newcomers for four days of worship, inspiring speakers, workshops, service projects, and more!

We invite you to join with our ministry as we seek to nourish women's faith and love and to inspire women to proclaim their identity, intent, and actions.

The theme for the 2026 Triennial Gathering is "I am Worthy" focusing on Psalm 139:14 “I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” Psalm 139:14

This proclamation reminds us of God’s promise to always be with us, even during times of devastation and division. Repeating the phrase “I am worthy” helps us recognize the Holy Spirit’s ongoing work in our lives. This practice of self-affirmation creates opportunities for healing and repair within ourselves, the church, society, and the world. When we declare, “I am worthy,” we align ourselves with God’s promises. There is great power in our resolve.

Registration Fees

All registration catagories include all gathering activities scheduled for July 16 - 19, 2026, except the optional activites and add'on's below:

REGISTRATION CATEGORIES	Early Bird Registration availble until January 5, 2026	Registration after January 6, 2026
Adult Registration	$475	$525
Adult - Registration - Friday Only	$250	$275
Adult Registration - Saturday Only	$250	$275
Girls 13-18	$125	$125
Child under 13	FREE	FREE

Thursday, July 16, 2026

Registration
Opportunities for walking tour of Des Moines and State Capitol
Opening Remarks
Welcome
Plenary Address
Worship Service with Bishop Amy Current preaching
Opening Reception
Free Time for Fellowship
Late Night with Boldcafe Event (after 8:00 p.m.)

Friday, July 17, 2026

First Time Attendee Breakfast
Plenary Bible Study with Rev. Martha Ambarangu
Mini-Learning & Information Sessions
Workshops on Storytelling, Leadership, Images of God,
Body Positivity, Supporting Women Clergy and more
Servant Leadership Opportunites
Exhibit Hall Open - 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m
Quilting Exhibit
Silent Auction
SWO Leaders Reception

Saturday, July 18, 2026

Run, Walk, and Roll 5K event for Raising up healthy women and girls
Plenary Address
Workshops on Fundraising, Gender Roles, Healthy Relationships, and More!
Servant Leadership Opportunities
Exhibit Hall Open - 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Quilting Exhibit
Silent Auction
MAWTH (Many Awesome Women Telling Her Stories!) Sharing Time

Sunday, July 19, 2026

Closing Worship
Optional Walking Tour of Des Moines
Quilting Exhibit and Silent Auction Pick-up.

Please register no later June 21, 2026

If you have any questions, contact - Gabriela Contreras - 773-380-2747 or via email @ Gabriela.Contreras@elca.org

Please note, a successful registration will result in an immediate confirmation email.

If you do not receive a confirmation email after completing your registration, you may need to register again.

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