NEWSLETTER Snows Women s Auxiliary November 2018 Snows Women s Auxiliary Formed November of 2012 We are a service and social organization existing so that the women of Our Lady of Snows Catholic Church can be involved with assisting others while enjoying social activities. SWA November, 2018 Newsletter President s Article Officers Effective July 1, 2018: President: Susann Boley Vice Pres: Shari Ford Rec. Sec: Barbara Reyes Treasurer: Cindy McLaughlin Corr. Sec: Anna Schuessler Sgt at Arms: Betty Mullins Newsletter Editor: Barbara Reyes Snows Women's Auxiliary Mission Statement: Promote sociability among members and fellowship among the church s congregation. Promote charitable service to the church with activities each year, such as but not limited to, money for Christmas cheer, scholarships, help to needy families, donation of clothing, food for the poor and needy, and any other such activity approved by the members. Assist in promoting and supporting the members of Snows Women s Auxiliary and the Knights of Columbus, Council Number 4997. Hi ladies, This is a perfect time to GIVE THANKS; I d like to take this opportunity to thank those of our ladies who contributed much in the way of time, talent and treasure to recent parish events. Our Craft Fair and Bake Sale happened this last weekend in October. The event had a lot of vendors, all vendor spots were sold. A huge thanks to Cindy McLaughlin who chaired this event and to the ladies who volunteered to work. Cindy will have a financial report on the event at our next meeting. Fr. Bob Chorey s installation Mass and reception on Sunday, October 28th, were indeed special. Many members of the Church s Finance Council, Parish Council, and Staff were present to celebrate the liturgy. Afterward, there was a luncheon outside the north end of the school and the weather could not have been nicer. Thank you to all who helped set up, serve, and take down everything necessary for this event. Leftovers were sent to Catholic Charities by way of our parishioner Marie Baxter, who is the new CEO of Catholic Charities. I have invited her to become part of SWA as well! The Fall Festival on September 14th, involved an effort primarily of school parents and teachers, Knights of Columbus, and some SWA ladies who pitched in where needed. That fund raising and community building event was very successful on both counts. The funds raised at that event supports many parish, school and needy programs here at SNOWS. A huge thanks goes out to the many people who participated in order to make this event so successful. Bingo events continue to be very popular. Thank you to all of the Knights and SWA ladies for your commitment to this ongoing event. Our last Bingo event of the season, our November Bingo will be held on November 21st, is a joint K of C and SWA Bingo event, at which we will be awarding grocery store gift cards instead of cash. Invite your friends to come enjoy the fun!
Calendar of Upcoming Events On-going The SWA Knit and Crochet group meets every other Tuesday in the Parish Center from 10:00 am -1:00 pm. Upcoming gatherings are on Nov. 13 and 27. For more information, contact Pat at 786-5066. Tuesday, Nov. 6 - SWA Meeting - bring a sweet or savory treat to share. Social Half Hour is 6:00 6:30 pm; meeting is 6:30-7:30 pm. Deacon Brian Callister will be speaking on Aging. Tuesday, Dec. 4 In lieu of the Dec. meeting, SWA Christmas Party at the Macaroni Grill on S. Virginia St. Details to follow. Fri., 12/14 - Parish Christmas Dinner Dance at the Peppermill Casino at 6 pm. Tickets are $40 per person; purchase at the Parish Office before it s too late! President s Article ~ Continued ~ I could go on and on, but alas, I m out of room! I am so very grateful for all the support we get simply for the asking. If you were unable to help at any of these activities, please step forward next time you are asked. Making new friends and enhancing existing friendships is just a bonus when we work together. God s blessing be with all of you and your families. Have a blessed Thanksgiving. Love & Peace, Susann Megan McKenna Saturday, November 3, 2018 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Our Lady of the Snows Parish Center God is great! God is good! God lives in our neighborhood. And you are welcome here! Megan McKenna. Theologian, Storyteller, Spiritual Writer and Lecturer Free event and lunch! But please bring donation for the food pantry barrel. All are welcome to this day of reflection on compassion, hunger and peace. Sponsored by the Life, Peace & Justice Commission of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Reno and the St. Francis Food Pantry Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/meganmckenna-retreat-day-tickets-49816382140 Information at (775) 849-1653
Add Excitement to Your Life - Join a SWA Committee! Chairwomen listed in Bold above member names. Funeral Service Committee Ongoing Sandra Gerhardt-Carroll & Cindy McLaughlin 772-2103 or 826-3689 750-7867 Ann Steckline Anna Schuessler Barrie McKay Barbara Clark Barbara Reyes Betty Mullins Diana Perez Ellie Lawson-Gilgovan Jean Sokol Lorie Johnson Lottie Wilson Madeline Zunino Marie Sanchez Nancy Piercy Nelda McGee Sandy McClure Susannah Lee Bingo Committee Ongoing Mary Francis 691-1697 or 329-5802 Anna Schuessler Barbara Reyes Betty Mullins Cindy McLaughlin Debbie Sotero Delores Harvey Ginny Motola Gayle Carlson Lorie Johnson Lottie Wilson Madeleine Zunino Sandy McClure Sharon Cortez Theresa Kristynik Raffle Committee for Snows Parish Christmas Dinner Dance @ the Peppermill Casino Friday, Dec. 14 Sandy McClure 233-5359 Chili Cook-Off Committee Needed? Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019 Cindy McLaughlin 750-7867 Spring Fashion Show Committee Saturday, May 4, 2019 Denise Topoian 544-4191 Betty Mullins Brucie Ingram Mary Francis Melissa Meetze Shari Ford Terry Norman
SWA Holiday Craft Fair and Bake Sale a Phenomenal Success! The first ever SWA Holiday Craft Fair and Bake Sale was a big success! We had over 40 vendors filling every available space in the Parish Center, from the big gathering room to the chapel, hallways and smaller meeting rooms. A wide variety of colorful and appealing handmade crafts were on sale along with tasty treats from the SWA, displayed and sold from a charming French bakery stand made by Lorie Johnson and her husband just for the craft fair. Fr. Bob and Fr. Mike stopped by, along with many parishioners and neighbors. Congrats to Chairperson Cindy McLaughlin and her hardworking Committee on a job well done! SWA Pine Cone Christmas Trees Lottie Wilson with her floral offerings Pat Brochtrup with her colorful knit goods From L: Ginny Keenan, Susann Boley & Lorie Johnson with SWA treats
The SWA baked goods were a crowd favorite and profitable best sellers! SWA offerings included splendid home-baked goods and very special Christmas ornaments from Snows Church & Fr. Tony SWA ladies selling our fall and holiday wreaths
Notable Homes on the 2018 Harvest of Homes Tour A group of SWA ladies attended the 2018 Harvest of Homes Tour sponsored by the Historic Reno Preservation Society. This annual event was held on September 29 th this year and featured 6 historic homes ranging in age from 125 years old to 58 years young. A fun time was had by the SWA ladies, who loved seeing all the interesting features of these old but well-maintained Reno homes. The tour raises funds for the organization s Neighborhood Preservation Fund. Donations can be made on the HRPS website: www.historicreno.org. Enjoying some lunchtime fellowship together Back row from L: Sharon Cortez, guest, Mary Francis, Marie Sanchez, Jean Sokol, Piroska Jowett, guest Front row from L: Lorie Johnson; Ellie Lawson-Gilgovan; Anna Schuessler
One of the six lovely Reno historic homes on the tour, as shown in the program brochure