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.
She is Called Women of the Bible, Volume 4
The eagerly awaited She is Called Women of the Bible, Volume 4 is coming soon! This Bible study is designed, written, and led by women and men, and all are welcome to join the journey through the stories of women in Volume 4 this summer with our virtual Master Class.
Each Thursday, from July 10th through September 4th, 7:00 – 8:30pm Eastern, we will meet for an interactive Bible study to explore the stories of biblical women, deepen our understanding of the Biblical texts and share personal inspiration and insights. A unique component of this series is that each chapter’s author or editor will lead their corresponding session!
Coming soon! To order your Volume 4 print edition (available in English and Spanish) or access the free digital chapters, visit https://www.faithward.org/women-of-the-bible-study-series to stay up to date on the launch.
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 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.
Annual Women’s Connection at General Synod 2025
All local leaders and General Synod guests are invited to join us for this special dinner!
When: Saturday, June 7, 5:00-6:45 p.m.
Where: The Westin La Paloma Resort and Spa, Sonoran Room
3800 East Sunrise Drive
Tucson, Arizona 85718
Come meet new friends and reunite with old ones as delegates gather from across the RCA and beyond. This event includes a lovely catered meal and is open to all those who celebrate gifts and leadership of women and flourishing ministry environments where everyone serves freely and fully together. We will also be honoring the 150th anniversary of the founding of the Woman’s Board of Foreign Missions and all women in mission, locally and globally. In addition, there will be a boutique featuring She is Called shirts, hand-made jewelry by our resident stained glass artist, and the newly released RCA Global Mission children’s book, “Ida and the Three Visitors.” Attire is resort festive.
All are welcome, but advance registration is required. Tickets are limited and cost $40. Payment can be sent via check in advance or paid at the door. Registration deadline is May 1.
Hosted by RCA Women’s Transformation and Leadership, the Center for Church Multiplication and Ministry.
Questions? Contact Rev. Liz Testa at Ltesta@rca.org.
How very good and pleasant it is when kindred live together in unity!
Psalm 133:1 NRSV
Our prayer gatherings continue to be on the second Tuesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. Eastern. We continue to go deeper into intercession and recommit to the important work of dismantling the sin of racism.
(If you have already joined us this season, a Zoom reminder will be sent to your registration email on Tuesday morning.)
She is Called Mescalero Sankofa
August 7 – 11, 2025
Mescalero, NM
Join us as we journey together to the Mescalero Apache Reservation in Mescalero, New Mexico, and learn from the experiences of our Mescalero Apache sisters and brothers.
Travel with others from varied contexts and receive the gift of relationship created through shared experience.
Explore–with your feet, eyes, heart, and imagination–the culture and circumstances experienced by the Mescalero Apache.
Share your personal reflections and responses to these stories, and how you plan to bring your learnings back to bless and transform your own community.
Want to organize an event in your region? Contact Rev. Liz at women@rca.org to explore the options!
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