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Christine Bohr Anderson Seminary Scholarship

CHRISTINE BOHR ANDERSON SEMINARY SCHOLARSHIP

At its March 13, 2010 meeting, the SWO Board of the NC Women of the ELCA voted to change the name of the Rainbow Scholarship to the "Christine Bohr Anderson Seminary Scholarship". Reverend Bohr Anderson was the first women pastor ordained in NC. She was ordained in 1979, at the Synod convention. he board felt that by changing the name, the purpose of the scholarship would be clearer. This was also a way to honor the first women pastor in North Carolina. The Service of Remembering will still be held a each conference fall gathering and contributions to the Christine Bohr Anderson Seminary Scholarship will be received. The Christine Bohr Anderson Seminary Scholarship assists women from North Carolina pursuing a seminary education. Contributions are to be given to the SWO board representative who will forward hem, along with the donation form, to the SWO treasurer. Acknowledgements for he donations received will be sent by the NC Women of he ELCA president, if requested.

What is the purpose of the Christine Bohr Anderson Seminary Scholarship? To assist Lutheran Women who wish to pursue a seminary education.

Who is eligible for a scholarship? Full-time seminary students who are residents of North Carolina.

How is the Scholarship funded? The Scholarship Fund is maintained through donations from congregational expressions and individual contributions.

How can a contribution be made? By writing a check to "NC Women of the ELCA" with "Christine Bohr Anderson Seminary Scholarship" in the memo line and mailing it to the NC Women of the ELCA Treasurer. You may also bring your donation to the Fall Gathering Service of Remembering.

Can contributions be made in honor of an event or in honor or memory of a person? Yes, they can. Just fill out the form and include the form with the donation.

The purpose of the Christine Bohr Anderson Seminary Scholarship is to assist women who wish to pursue a seminary education at Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary, Columbia, SC, or the Center for Lutheran Studies, Atlanta, GA.

The scholarship is not restricted as to age of applicant or church denomination.

The amount of the scholarship in 2005 is $750.00 each for two scholarships.

About the Name

The name "Rainbow" Scholarship reflects the commitment of the NC Women of the ELCA to inclusivity and their reliance on God's promises.

Funds

The Christine Bohr Anderson Seminary Scholarship Fund is maintained through the annual designation of dollars in the NC SWO budget, through designated offerings at specified events, and through congregational unit and individual contributions.

The fund is administered by the NC SWO Women of the ELCA through the Mission: Community Committee which annually appoints a three-member committee to oversee the application and selection process.

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