Contrast Gruhot s experiences to those of current SOWC President, Anna Marie Huston. Powered by unbeatable optimism and innovation, she challenges members to meet the ever-changing needs of our downtown parish. Membership is on the decline. The club s membership is steady despite the number of members dying. As one angel exits, another gracefully replaces her.
Nothing is obligatory.
The benefits of membership are too small to measure. He stated, 1. Women s Club became a vehicle for generating and sustaining lifelong friendships. SOWC became the first St. Olaf structure to officially respond to Vatican II s call for lay involvement in the life of the church. SOWC generated raw impetus into transforming the basement space to the present Cowley Hall.