Corpus Christi Church COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN

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1 Corpus Christi Church COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN CHAMBERSBURG, PA Every Woman in the Parish is a member of the Council of Catholic Women OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL PRAY FOR US MISSION STATEMENT To support, empower and educate all Catholic Women in spirituality, leadership and service; to inspire and promote Gospel values in a constantly changing world. The organization conducts monthly meetings from September to May unless otherwise stated.

2 WHY SHOULD I BECOME ACTIVE IN THE COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN? Church Community The Church Commission will assist women in their spiritual journey enabling them to grow in faith and holiness to help build up the Kingdom of God. Family Concerns To assist families in achieving a true Christian life and to preserve Christian principles in the areas that pertain to the welfare of all families. The future of humanity passes by way of the family - Pope John Paul II International Concerns To promote a personal responsibility for international society and to create unity and respect for all peoples. Community Concerns To encourage, educate and support the members of Council to respond and answer the needs of the community. Organization To work together as one body united in our efforts to meet the needs of our parish and community. Legislation To provide members with the information needed to influence legislation in their respective areas. Encourage communication with our legislative representatives at the local, state and national levels, guided by Catholic social teaching. GENERAL ACTIVITIES Annual Parish Picnic Christmas Giving Tree Participation in Special Parish Liturgies Flower Sales Ladies Brunch International Dinner Migrant/Hispanic Support Support for St. Vincent De Paul Food Pantry Harrisburg Diocesan CCW Convention and Annual Retreat Seton District CCW Quarterly Meetings Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebration (sponsored by Harrisburg Diocesan CCW) Marian Day Pilgrimages and Retreats (sponsored by Harrisburg Diocesan CCW) Totem Pole Playhouse Evening Out Ministries Awareness Weekend Busy Fingers Sewing & Craft Group Holiday Craft Fair Church Women United

3 CORPUS CHRISTI COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN Thursday, September 6, :00 p.m. Blessed Mother s Birthday celebration in Church; refreshments to follow in the Parish Center. Monday, September 17, :00 p.m CCW meeting... Parish Center Monday, September 24, :00 p.m. Kickoff Potluck Dinner...Parish Center Speaker from Women In Need Monday, October 15, :00 p.m CCW meeting... Parish Center Saturday, November 3, :00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Holiday Craft Fair/Local Vendors..Parish Center Sunday, November 4, 2012 After all Masses Holiday Craft Fair & Parish Coffee Parish Center Monday, November 19, :00 p.m CCW meeting... Parish Center December 1 & 2, 2012 After all Masses Sale of Poinsettias, Greens, and Busy Fingers Crafts and Handmade Items Refreshments after all Masses. Parish Center Monday, December 10, :00 p.m. CCW Christmas Party.Parish Center Please note that any changes or other unscheduled events will be published in the parish bulletin Donation of nonperishable food will be accepted at each CCW meeting for the St. Vincent De Paul Food Pantry

4 CORPUS CHRISTI COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN Monday, January 21, :00 p.m CCW meeting... Parish Center Saturday, February 16, :00 a.m. Women s Lenten Day of Recollection Located in the Church and Parish Center Monday, February 18, :00 p.m CCW meeting... Parish Center Sunday, March 10, :00 p.m. International Dinner..Parish Center Monday, March 19, :00 p.m CCW meeting...parish Center March 23rd and 24th, 2013 After All Masses Sale of Easter Flowers and Busy Fingers Crafts and Handmade items Refreshments after all Masses Parish Center Monday, April 15, :00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Harrisburg Diocesan CCW Convention at the Harrisburg Diocesan Center Monday April 22, :00 p.m CCW meeting... Parish Center Sunday, May 19, After 9:00 a.m. Mass Ladies Brunch Parish Center Monday, May 20, :00 p.m CCW meeting... Parish Center Totem Pole Evening Out... TBA Totem Pole Playhouse Please note that any changes or other unscheduled events will be published in the parish bulletin Donation of nonperishable food will be accepted at each CCW meeting for St. Vincent De Paul Food Pantry THE TASK AHEAD OF YOU IS NEVER AS GREAT AS THE POWER BEHIND YOU

5 OFFICERS OF THE COUNCIL PRESIDENT Kathy Wingert VICE-PRESIDENT.Brenda Wolf RECORDING SECRETARY...Mary Holland CORRESPONDING SECRETARY..Cynthia Whalen TREASURER...Jane Wishard CRAFT FAIR TREASURER.. Brenda Wolf SPIRITUAL MODERATOR..Fr. James O Brien Spirituality, Service and Leadership. These are the principles that guide our Council and unify us with the District, Diocesan and National Councils of Catholic Women. COMMISSION CHAIRPERSONS SPIRITUALITY COMMISSION CHURCH...Pat Loughran HDCCW Retreats/Days of Recollection Growing In Faith Bulletin Insert Church Women United Special Parish Liturgies Ministries Awareness Weekend SERVICE COMMISSION FAMILY CONCERNS...Monica Crider Respect Life Baptismal Bibs & Baptismal Blankets Baby Clothing Collection COMMUNITY & INTERNATIONAL CONCERNS Nursing Home Gifts.. Edna Banks Migrant/ Hispanic Ministry Catholic Relief Services and Fair Trade St. Vincent De Paul International Dinner LEADERSHIP COMMISSION ORGANIZATION...Kitty Kosoloski Publicity......Mary Holland Hospitality...Joan Hiester, Bernie Brandt Parish Information Sunday Ladies Brunch LEGISLATIVE Voter Registration & Legislative Update Michele Jansen Behta STANDING COMMITTEES Holiday Fair..Heather O Shea Kathy Wingert Busy Fingers Craft & Sewing Group Anna Neglia Prayer Shawl Ministry - Theresa Ramsey Giving Tree.. Carole Gallagher Jean Griffith