She Is Called • Ella es Llamada
Women on the move, in the movement of the Spirit.
This is who we are and this is what our ministry is all about. Women’s Transformation and Leadership is a ministry with a strong legacy, rooted in RCA women’s ministries and mission work, lay leadership, and 5 decades of women’s ordination as Elders, Deacons and Ministers of Word and sacrament. To God be the glory!
Women on the move, in the movement of the Spirit.
From Michigan to New York, from California to Canada, and well beyond—we are God’s beloved daughters seeking God’s will for our lives and embracing our gloriously diverse callings. We are stepping up with courage and holy boldness to be equipped for ministry, alongside each other and our brothers, in a world that longs to experience Christ’s love, peace, and liberation. Learn more about creating welcoming spaces of belonging with our Equity-Based Hospitality study.
Women on the move, in the movement of the Spirit.
Faithful, fearless women and girls called by God for just such a time as this, walking in the footsteps of Esther, Deborah, and Rahab, of Sarah and Hagar, Ruth and Naomi, and Mary and Elizabeth, of Phoebe, Junia, and Lydia.
It is in this spirit of purpose and joyful expectancy that we celebrate how RCA women continue this legacy today through the #sheiscalled campaign. The #sheiscalled campaign raises up the ways in which RCA women, and in fact all sisters in Christ, are living out their callings today, honors the legacy they follow, and looks forward to the ways women and girls will continue to lead us in the future.
Celebrating 5 Decades!
The RCA is celebrating five decades of women’s ordination as elders, deacons, and ministers of Word and sacrament.
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Resources and opportunities for growth and support
About Women's Transformation and Leadership
History of women in the RCA
Women have made vital contributions to the Reformed Church in America (RCA) throughout its nearly 400-year history.
Theological resources
Resources by, for, and about women in the church
Voices of women
A space for RCA Women and our ecumenical sisters to share our stories, wisdom and inspiration.
Women in Ministry
A collection of articles on Faithward.org
Events
Women in Ministry Sunday
The third Sunday in May (May 19 (Pentecost) this year) has been set aside as an annual denomination-wide special Sunday. Resources are available as we encourage you to celebrate the women of all generations in your congregation by inviting them to preach, lead worship and live into the leadership role God has called them into.
“Honoring our Stories” Women’s Fall Gathering
Saturday, November 16, 2024
Flatlands Reformed Church
Brooklyn, New York
All Tri-State-area women are warmly invited to connect with God and other sisters in Christ through worship, prayer, exploration of Scripture, sharing stories, and finding strength and refreshment for your spiritual journey. We are excited for this time of encouragement and experiencing God’s love and care for us, before the busy holiday season is upon us! Ms. Lesley Mazzotta, certified Spiritual Director and beloved former Women’s T&L staff member, will be our workshop facilitator. Hosted by the Classis of Brooklyn, Flatlands Reformed Church, and RCA Women’s Transformation and Leadership.
This event is free and open to all women of all ages, stages and backgrounds! Please spread the word and invite your friends, family, and church members to join us.
Register NowAny questions, contact Rev. Liz Testa at ltesta@rca.org or Elder Jillien Torres-Glover at jill@flatlandsreformed.org.