 Spafford also served as president of the National Council of Women from 1968 to 1972, traveling and speaking both nationally and internationally in that position.She served the LDS Church in a variety of other positions and capacities, including as editor of the "Relief Society Magazine", founder of the church's social services program, and board of trustees member of the LDS school system.In all of her activities, Spafford consistently spoke of the rights and responsibilities of women.