Monday, December 7, 2009

Christmas Potluck 2009

Just a few notes:



 Our annual Christmas potluck will start on Tuesday 12/8 with the 5:30PM Mass for the Immaculate Conception. Please feel free to bring the dish you prepared downstairs prior to Mass.

 We have a member who is allergic to garlic. If you know that none of your ingredients contain garlic, please let us know. No need to change you recipe, just let us know.
 Please label any containers you want back with your name. It also would be helpful if you label what the dish is.
 Tickets for the Holiday Stroll raffle baskets will be available at the supper. The drawing will be after the dinner.
 If you have not RSVP’d please call Denise 878-4247 and leave a message with the number attending and what dish you will bring.


See you tomorrow!
Denise and Beth

Monday, November 23, 2009

Holiday Stroll final 2009

Hello Ladies,

You ladies never cease to amaze us. What a wonderful day we had. The room was beautiful and what a fantastic group of talented ladies! We had beautiful music and decor, a raffle to be proud of, plentiful baked goods, a terrific café and the crafted goods were beautiful. Thanks to everyone for your contributions to make this a successful day. Also, thanks to the men who made the setup and breakdown a lot easier. We appreciate you also! The numbers are trickling in and it looks like we did even better than last year. We will have more news on that after Thanksgiving. Check out the blog for pictures in the next week.

Helen is looking for some ladies to sell raffle tickets after the next two weekend Masses. If you think you could help out (it takes about 20 minutes or less) than email hlimina@ems.com If you would rather call, Beth 588-2076 can collect messages and forward to Helen.

Thank you and have a Happy Thanksgiving. If you are traveling for Thanksgiving, we wish you a safe trip.

Best Regards,
Denise & Beth

Friday, November 20, 2009

Holiday Stroll additional details 2009

Here is a wish list/reminders:
  • We need some large baskets with handles for the shoppers to use as a shopping basket.  Please label the bottom of it so we can make sure it gets back to you.
  • Jean - Don't forget the 2 card tables
  • Joan - small hole puncher
  • Tomorrow, at the fair you can sign up for the Christmas potluck.  Just see Denise and she will take care of it.
The hall is absolutely beautiful!  Thank you all for you hard work and creative touch.

See you at the fair!

Thursday, November 19, 2009

Holiday Stroll details 2009

Hi Ladies,

 

Here are the details so far for the fair.  Please check back frequently as there will be more information added as it becomes available. 
  • If you are one of the 6 ladies baking cookies that will sent to the other churches, you need to have your cookies at the St. Peter's church hall @ 8:30AM on Friday. 
  • If you are one of the 12 ladies baking the bars for the cookbook, they need to be 2x2 in size and there needs to be 60 bars per recipe.  They also need to be at the church hall by 8:30AM on Friday.
  • Bass Hall will be opened for us at 10:30AM on Friday for setup and we need to be out by 4PM on Friday.
  • Bass Hall will be opened on Saturday @7:30AM and we need to be cleaned up by 3:45PM.  The hall will be opened to the public from 9:30AM to 2:30PM.
  • If you have items for the bake table, you can drop them off at Bass Hall Friday from 12ish to about 3ish.  You also can drop them off Saturday morning-the earlier, the better. Friday is the best day , if possible.  PLEASE PUT YOUR NAME ON ANY CONTAINERS YOU NEED BACK.  Also, please label what the baked item is, even if it's obvious to you.
  • We will be recycling all cardboard.  If you need help breaking it down see Beth.
  • We still need a few ladies to help out after the 9:30 and 11AM Masses on Sunday with the "after the Christmas Fair" sale.  Helen is the "go to" person for this.
  • Please check back on the blog - new information will be added later this evening as it becomes available.
  • Remember to bring your aprons...and a smile.

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

City Reach project 2009/10


Minutes - 2009/10

Divine Mercy Women’s Guild
Business Meeting

October 5, 2009

6:35pm Opening prayer: led by Vi Despres

September 14, 2009 meeting minutes accepted as written.

Corresponding Secretary: Joan Buck read many Thank You cards sent to the Guild for funeral support and for the birthday gift to Fr. Gerry.

Treasurers Report: Cheryl Lastrina provided a proposed budget for 2009-2010. The budget was accepted as written. A new projector was purchased for the Church. Christmas ornaments from the 3 churches are still available for sale. If you have not paid your yearly dues of $5 please see Cheryl.

Helping Hands: Joyce Schmidt reported she now has 32 members who she can count on to bake or give of their time to help out when called on. There were 2 funerals the Guild supported this past month.

Parish Outreach: Gail Caron informed us that this program will determine at a later date what they are planning for the upcoming year. She has suggested the Guild send cards to the nursing home residents.

Comfort Food: Jean Frechette has 37 names on her list to provide meals for those in need. 13 new signatures were obtained at the Outreach and Ministries Fair.

Sue Koziell continues to sell Women’s Guild aprons for $10. Please see Sue if you are interested in ordering one. We wear the aprons at all Women’s Guild supported functions.

New Business:  The attendance sheet was passed around. It included a column asking if you would like to participate in the Prayer Chain. It also asked if you would make calls. Please call Beth McGurty if you wish to be part of the Prayer Chain and were not at the meeting to sign up.

Holiday Stroll: Bass Hall is reserved for November 21st. Sign up sheets for various helping needs will be at the next business meeting. Call Helen Limina if you have any card tables you can lend out. Linda Caracappa requested donations of gift cards for the raffle basket. Helen will arrange with Jim from Plants Alive for a wreath making and kissing ball demonstration. There was a question if the Guild will be extending the Fair to Sunday after the Mass as we have done in the past. This year the hall is being used at that time. Helen will look into the possibility of after Mass sales and has also offered to sit in the hall after the Masses.

Blood Drive: Kathy Sullivan will provide sign up sheets at the November meeting for baking and helping out at the annual blood drive in December.

  • DMWG has entered the technology age with its own blog (a chronological log of the Guild). Maribeth Sullivan has created a blog on the internet for the Women’s Guild.
  • Go to: http://dmwomensguild.blogspot.com/ for meeting minutes and information regarding the Guild. We also have a new email address: dmwomensguild@gmail.com
*Gail Laviollette and Sue Kosiell have volunteered to help out on October 18th for Priesthood Sunday  after the 11am Mass.
*More sign ups for Secret Angels took place.
*Simone Lagace suggested the Guild offer carnations to the parish mothers on Mother’s day.
*Thank You to all who brought in warm coats and clothing for the Boston City Reach program.
*Thank You to Helen Limina and Jackie Colaneri for hosting our meeting.
*Cathy Buffum and Simone Lagace volunteered to host the November meeting.
Closing prayer: led by Vi Despres
Meeting adjourned at 7:33pm

Respectfully submitted,
Janice McKenzie
Recording Secretary

Next meeting is November 9, 2009 at 6:30pm

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Minutes - 2009/09

Divine Mercy Women’s Guild
Membership Banquet
September 14, 2009


  • 6:00pm Mass celebrated by Father Gerry
  • New and returning members met in the parish hall for a pot luck banquet dinner.
  • 6:45pm: Opening prayer lead by Vi Despres
  • Father Gerry said Grace and blessed the fabulous array of food.
  • An ice breaker involving Skittles candy was lots of fun. Each member chose a colored piece of candy and depending on your color choice members revealed interesting facts about themselves.
  • An Introduction of Officers was given by Co-Presidents Denise Long and Beth McGurty. They include the Corresponding Secretary: Joan Buck, Treasurer: Cheryl Lastrina, Recording Secretary: Janice McKenzie, Prayer Advisor: Vi Despres, Directors: Helen L. & Jackie C, Advisors: Sue K. & Simone L. Committee Chairs were introduced. Prayer chain: Rose-Anna M, Comfort Foods: Jean F, Helping Hands: Joyce S, Morning crafts: Norma W, Evening Crafts: Helen L, Fair Coordinators: Gail L & Helen L.
  • Aprons: “Women’s Guild” aprons (modeled by Joan Buck) are available for sale. The aprons are worn at various Women’s Guild sponsored events to alert the parish community to the role of the Guild. If you are interested in purchasing your own apron please call Sue Koziell @ 525-4934 to place an order. Cost is $10.
  • Host for October meeting: If you are interested in hosting the October meeting please sign-up or notify Beth or Denise.
  • Craft meeting: The morning and evening groups are busy completing projects to sell at the November Holiday Stroll fundraiser. If you are interested in joining the ladies craft group please feel free to show up at the Parish Hall on Tuesday mornings at 9am or at 6:30pm on Monday nights. All are welcomed.
  • Helping Hands: Joyce S is updating her list for women available to help out with funerals. She is looking for bakers and or those willing to give of their time to help out with receptions. Any amount of participation will be appreciated.
  • Coat Drive: We will be collecting winter coats at the next Guild meeting on October 5th. The donated coats will be given to Helen Limina and the Divine Mercy Parish Confirmation class. They will take your donated coats to Boston and participate in the City Reach program. This supervised program offers the students an opportunity to help the less fortunate who are homeless.
  • Outreach and Ministries Fair: The Women’s Guild is providing the baked goods for this event and we will have an information table to inform and recruit the parish of our activities. Janice M is putting together a display with pictures and Gail L will bring in her display. There is a signup sheet for baking.
  • Raffle: 10 lucky members won table centerpieces and Guild member Kathy Sullivan won a free dinner at the March 8th Mystery Ride for bringing a potential new member to the meeting.
  • Our Lady of Hope: Pamphlets are available at the back of the room. The new schedule is listed. Please see Beverly S if you would like more information.
  • Are you over 80? If so, you no longer need to pay dues. If you did pay dues this evening, you are entitled to a refund. Please see Cheryl L.
  • Secret Angels were revealed!
  • Closing prayer: Vi Despres
  • Thank you to all members who brought in a wonderful variety of delicious food. Desserts of apple crisp and brownies were provided by the Guild officers.
  • Our next business meeting is scheduled for October 5th at 6:30pm in the Divine Mercy Parish hall.
Respectfully submitted,
Janice McKenzie
Recording Secretary

Saturday, October 3, 2009

CALENDAR 2009-2010

October 5                     Business Meeting - 6:30PM

November 9                  Business Meeting- 6:30PM
November 21                Christmas Fair
December 4??                Blood Drive
December 8                  5:30 Mass; Christmas Party 2010
January 11                    Business Meeting- 6:30PM
February 8                    Business Meeting- 6:30PM
March 8                        Mystery Ride
March 16                      Confirmation
April 12                        Business Meeting- 6:30PM
May 2 (tentative)         1st communion
May 10 (tentative)        May Banquet
May (TBA)                    Plant Sale
June (TBA)                   Commencement Breakfast

Guild Officers 2009-2010

Co President               Denise Long             878-4247
Co President               Beth McGurty          588-2076
Treasurer                   Cheryl Lastrina         924-7603
Recording Sec            Janice McKenzie      588-2356
Corresponding Sec      Joan Buck                924-1930
Prayer Advisor            Vi Despres               924-6210
Guild Advisor              Simone Lagace         827-2996
Guild Advisor              Sue Koziell               525-4934
Director                      Helen Limina            924-5088
Director                     Jackie Colaneri          563-7060

Our Fundraisers

  • Holiday Stroll – handmade items, baked goods and a raffle – our primary fundraiser
  • Spring Plant Sale

 

Our Services

  • Parish picnic – Ice cream sundaes
  • Poinsettias to local nursing home and homebound parishioners
  • Annual blood drive sponsor
  • Helping Hands - Receptions after funeral liturgy
  • Provide refreshments for 1st Communion and Confirmation
  • Commencement breakfast for parish high school seniors
  • Meals for parishioners and families recovering from illness
  • Prayer chain

Our Meetings and Socials

  • Monthly meetings at 6:30pm
  • Morning and Evening craft groups
  • “Mystery Dinner”
  • Fall Membership Pot Luck
  • Spring Banquet