Act Boldly. That's the challenge of the mission  statement of Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Here we share with you stories of bold women: women who are participants in the women's organization as well as women around the world who have taken a bold stance.

Tell us your story
We invite you to tell us about your bold woman story to be considered for posting to this site. Send us a note with information about the bold woman whose story you want to share, or submit your completed article for consideration. Include your name, address, and a phone number where you may be contacted. Photos are appreciated but cannot be returned. Please identify the person(s) and indicate what is taking place in the photo(s).

And now
Read the stories of Binh Rybacki, Caroline Ackerman, women in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), and others. Find out how one woman's bold passion for flying was reflected in bold ministry throughout her life. And learn how sexual violence led one woman to embolden many women for literacy in the DRC.