Council of Catholic Women

All women of the Parish over the age of 18 are already members of the Council of Catholic Women. There are no dues requirements, we simply ask that you attend one meeting per year and assist with activities when possible.

All of us have time/a talent/a strength that we can share. Please consider sharing yours!

SPIRITUALITY COMMISSION           

        CHURCH             Pat Loughran                                        717-263-8458

HDCCW Retreats/Days of Recollection                                  

Church Women United

​Growing In Faith Bulletin Insert

Special Parish Liturgies

               

SERVICE COMMISSION

      FAMILY CONCERNS

                                      Monica Crider

                                      717- 267-2174

Respect Life               

Baptismal Bibs & Baptismal Blankets

Baby Clothing Collection

 

COMMUNITY  &  INTERNATIONAL  CONCERNS                  Edna Banks                                       717- 264-8832

Nursing Home Gifts

Migrant/ Hispanic Ministry   

Catholic Relief Services and Fair Trade

St. Vincent De Paul

International Dinner

OFFICERS OF THE COUNCIL

PRESIDENT................ Angela Danko

     ccw.corpuschristi@gmail.com                       301.302.6511

VICE-PRESIDENT…….Angie Cortis    

REC. SECRETARY……Leslie Roesch  

TREASURER................Brenda Wolf        SPIRITUAL MODERATOR

                                 Fr. Luis Rodriguez

 

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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.

LEADERSHIP COMMISSION            

ORGANIZATION

Publicity                            Kathy Wingert

Time and Talent Fair       Monica Crider

CCW  Brunch                   Barb Trayer

Forty Hours Reception                                                         

LEGISLATIVE  

Voter Registration/Legislative Update  

                                          

STANDING COMMITTEES

  Holiday Fair                   Jane Wishard                                                717- 496-7987                                              Kathy Wingert                                                717-352-7354 

“Busy Fingers” Craft & Sewing Group

                                    Clementina Memmi                                                717-264-8177  Prayer Shawl Ministry 

                                        Theresa Ramsey                                               717-263-3034

                

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.

We conduct monthly meetings from September to May unless otherwise stated.

 

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.

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THE TASK AHEAD OF YOU IS NEVER AS GREAT AS THE POWER BEHIND YOU

CORPUS CHRISTI COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN PROGRAM 2019-2020

 

Monday, September 9, 2019            6:00 p.m.

• . Blessed Mother’s Birthday celebration: service and refreshments…Parish Center

 

Monday, September 9, 2019            7:00 p.m.

• CCW kickoff meeting .......Parish Center

 

Monday, October 21, 2019              6:30 p.m.

• Rosary.......... Parish Center

                                                           7:00 p.m.

• CCW meeting…...………………..Parish Center

 

Saturday, November 2, 2019

                                       8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

• Holiday Craft Fair/Local Vendors .Parish Center

Sunday, November 3, 2019    After AM                                                                      Masses

• Holiday Craft Fair & Parish Coffee…               Parish Center

 

Monday, November 18, 2019        6:30 p.m.

• Rosary  ………...........................Parish Center

                                                         7:00 p.m.

• CCW meeting ………...........…Parish Center

                     

December 2019 (TBD)         After AM Masses

• Cocoa & Cookies with Claus, Poinsettia Sale, “Busy Fingers” Crafts and Handmade Items & Refreshments………Parish Center

 

Monday, December 16, 2019          7:00  p.m.

• CCW Christmas Party………     Parish Center

 

Monday, January 20, 2020               6:30 p.m.

• Rosary  ………............................…Parish Center

                                                             7:00 p.m.

• CCW meeting..........................Parish Center

Donation of nonperishable food will be accepted at each CCW meeting for the St. Vincent De Paul Food Pantry

Please note that any changes or other unscheduled events will be published in the parish bulletin

Monday, February 17, 2020         6:30 p.m.

• Rosary                           

                                                        7:00 p.m.

• CCW meeting ......   .......…Parish Center

 

Saturday, February 29, 2020     12:30 p.m.

• Women’s Lenten Day of Reflection         

     Church and Parish Center

 

Monday, March 16, 2020             6:30 p.m.

• Rosary…Parish Center                                                                         7:00 p.m. 

• CCW meeting ...........      .Parish Center

 

April 4 & 5, 2020              After AM Masses

• Sale of Easter Flowers and “Busy Fingers” Crafts and Handmade items

• Refreshments after all Masses                                                    Parish Center

 

Monday April 20, 2020                                                                                      6:30 p.m.

• Rosary.............................. Parish Center                                                                                                                   7:00 p.m.

•  CCW meeting …………. …Parish Center

 

Monday, May 20, 2019                6:30 p.m.

• Rosary …...........................Parish Center                                                                                                            7:00 p.m.

• CCW meeting ..............…Parish Center

 

TBD 2020                       

• Harrisburg Diocesan CCW Convention

• Family Brunch ……………Parish Center

• International Dinne.………..Knight’s Hall

• Reception following Forty Hours closing Service         

• HDCCW Women’s Retreat                                                     Mt. St. Mary’s

• Totem Pole Evening Out                                    Contact Dorothy Phelanmalinowski 717.267.0667