Submission for the Affiliate Happenings page can include a maximum of one photograph (not required) and a paragraph not to exceed 100 words. Please email to the NCCW office at nccw01@nccw.org. All submissions are subject to approval.
Note: This is not an area to submit an announcement of an upcoming program, rather, it is an area for affiliates to show the fabulous things our women have already done around the country.
Harrisburg DCCW- Harrisburg, PA
Last year, we began the Spiritual Adoption Program on Mother’s Day and celebrated the end of the program on February 4, 2023 with a baby shower at the Diocesan Center in Harrisburg. We celebrated the 52 babies that were saved! The HDCCW Community Concerns, Family and Legislative Commissions would like to thank those who participated in the program.
St Martin de Porres Rosary Altar Society/South Carolina (Charleston) DCCW
On Wednesday, February 15, 2023, women from across the state joined together to advocate at the State House. We toured the capitol, learned about the legislative process, met with Catholic legislators, including Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette, spoke with our elected officials, and watched the House debate H. 3447: the Human Life Protection Act, which was passed by the House on 2/16/23. Submitted by Yvonne Pygatt, Chair Service Commission NCCW
Holy Spirit Catholic Church (Macon, GA)
Holy Spirit CCW collected individually wrapped snacks. We made Valentines and Appreciation for service baskets for the Firestation and Police Precinct that serve our church.
St. Francis Xavier CCW, Brunswick GA
St. Francis Xavier CCW’s December Service Project was to help the Skylark Crisis Pregnancy Center. We used money raised from the Fall Crafter’s Bazaar to purchase big ticket items; 3 car seats, 4 pack and plays, and one movable crib all brand new. The members were asked to bring smaller baby items to the meeting as if attending a baby shower. We filled a truck bed with baby supplies like onesies, diapers, wipes, towels, lotions, baby bottles, etc. Skylark is so thankful that our parish is helping to support their missions to help women, men, and children in our community.
Greater Meriden Council of Catholic Women
The Greater Meriden Council of Catholic Women Knitting Club had a special visitor today. The Parish cat, King, came to visit and play with some yarn. He honored us with his presence and we gave him plenty of lovin’!! Submitted by Pat Stasiewski Co-President, Greater Meriden Council of Catholic Women
St. Bernard CCW (Tulsa, OK)
The Clairvaux Women’s Club of St. Bernard of Clairvaux Parish, affiliate of the Tulsa, Oklahoma Council of Catholic Women sponsored a family from St. Elizabeth Lodge for Christmas. St. Elizabeth Lodge is a program for single moms and their children who are experiencing a time of transition and need a soft place to fall. Residents at St. Elizabeth Lodge enjoy an apartment to call home, the safety of a secure facility, and the support of others in a similar situation.
Holy Redeemer CCW (Marshall, MN)
We hosted our 10th Annual Christmas Cookie Walk for the benefit of our Youth Programs. This has become a great Holiday Event to foster faith, family and fellowship. Picture is of Joyce Strootman and myself, Sheryl Kaiser. My daughter started this event when she was a senior in high school and eventually the CCW took over the event.
Sacred Heart PCCW
Sacred Heart PCCW Christmas Party in Bolivar MO in the diocese of Springfield-Cape Girardeau, Province of St. Louis. We had a wonderful evening of dinner, shared in the reading of the nativity story, exchanged gifts, and enjoyed everyone’s company along with dessert. Merry Christmas everyone!
Greater Meriden Council of Catholic Women
St. Veronica’s Visitors, associated with The Greater Meriden Council of Catholic Women, are visiting Nursing Homes to sing Christmas Carols, bringing cheer and happiness to Nursing Home residents.