Divine Mercy Women’s
Guild - October 13, 2014
Michelle Urban called the meeting to order at 6:45 and began
with a prayer by Elaine Giacomo. 19 members of the Guild were present. Michelle introduced Mike Barrett from the
Knights of Columbus who gave us an overview of their mission which centers on
raising money for charity. He expressed the hope that the Knights and Guild
could have a working relationship in church related endeavors.
Reports:
Jean Frechette moved that the Secretary’s report be
accepted as written and posted on the Blog.
Joyce Schmidt seconded, and the motion passed. Corresponding Secretary Yvonne Murray read
thank you cards she received for the First Communion Reception, the Graduation
Breakfast, Msgr Gerry’s Birthday gift, Deacon Dennis’ Ordination gift, and
prayers for Edna Drasba’s son. There was no Treasurer’s report as Karen
Bannister was absent. A member asked why
she was absent again and discussion ensued as to whether we need a new
treasurer if it is getting to be too much for her. Michelle will inquire.
Old Business:
1. Holiday Stroll
– All chairmen reported that everything is on track and Michelle reported that
Karen as overall chairman has gone to the general meeting.
Crafts: In good shape overall and we will finish up the
recipe books at our next session.
Cafe: Beth reported they are all set with no big
changes. When asked about chowder, it
will be sold by the
pint as take out only. Connie Lebel volunteered to make a third soup,
especially if it cold.
Bake Table: Janice McKensie will have sign-up sheets at
the November Meeting asking for cookies for the
cookie trays made each year. Usually we
have 20-25 which sell very well. Six small ones go to the other churches.
Raffle
Baskets: Cheryl Lastrina reported she
and Linda Caracappa are working on the baskets.
The Gift Card
Tree and Homemade Food Basket are popular items. An apron was donated by Simone Legace for the
latter.
Set-up: Karen Bannister will coordinate times. They are usually 10:00 on Friday, and 8:00 on
Saturday. There will be more
discussion at the November meeting. We
need 10 sturdy card tables. Elaine
asked
if there was a list of do’s and don’ts that could be made available to the set
up people. A schematic
with outlets would be helpful. Yvonne asked where the shelving, etc. is kept
and Beth
will bring those from the parish garage on Friday.
Music: Denise Long will contact last year’s piano
players and set up a schedule. Karen talked to the Hancock Bell Ringers about
performing again. Their fee remains the
same at $125.00. Beth made a motion
to have them play again, with Yvonne. seconding. The motion passed.
2. Helping Hands
– Joyce Schmidt reported that it has been very quiet lately.
3. Community
Supper – It is scheduled for April 23rd. Helen Limina will chair
this activity. Since it is during school vacation, it was thought we could
prepare less food this year. It was
questioned why we do not sponsor a dinner in Bennington or Antrim. Antrim does not do Community Suppers, and we
have done suppers in Bennington in the past.
It was suggested that we consider doing one in Bennington next
year.
4. Event Committee
Chairs – Michelle asked for volunteers to head up our events with the
following responses:
Christmas
Potluck – Yvonne Murray and Elaine Giacomo
Mystery
Ride/Dinner – Connie Lebel and Rebecca Marcella
Discussion
ensued concerning this event. Everyone
seemed to like the idea of going back to House
of Hope though Connie said that if we
did that again, the menu would be much simpler.
The
biggest drawback to this venue is that attendance has to be limited. It was decided to bring this
up at the November meeting because the House of Hope would have to know by the
first of the
year. It would be held the second Monday
of March.
First
Communion – no chairman yet
Confirmation
– Karen Ayers and Yvonne Murray
Commencement
– No one volunteered and it was thought to be early to plan
anything. This will be discussed later
in the year when the date gets closer.
5. Secret Angels - There was little response at the last
meeting. Should we continue?
The meeting was suspended at this point for refreshments
which were provided by Edna Drasba, Rhea Taylor, and Sue Koziell and was resumed
following the break. Michelle announced that $94.00 had been collected for the
food pantry.
New Business
1. Make and Take
Crafts - This activity had its beginning in the evening craft group. Connie Lebel, Joan Buck and Grace Hartman have been working on
this. Connie explained the purpose and
plans, passing out flyers, and
encouraging anyone interested to attend the first meeting on October 22nd. It has been expanded
beyond the parish and will be held in the afternoons at the Peterborough
Community Center.
2. Michelle announced
that Linda Caracappa is asking members of the Guild to save Shaw’s Cuisinart
stamps and food labels for her. She
collects and uses them for charity.
3. Holiday Trees
in Peterborough - This event
sponsored by the Peterborough Rec Department was brought up by Lauren Martin. She thought this would be a good opportunity
to bring attention to our parish especially
if we chose a theme relating to “Christ in Christmas” and decorated our tree
with religious ornaments. Sue Koziell volunteered to help Lauren,
followed by Elaine Giacomo, Denise Long, Beth McGurty,
Ginny Chevlier, and Mary Ann Beard.
4. Simone Legace
suggested that we should give some money to the caregivers who bring
handicapped clients to Mass in
recognition of their service. However,
it was pointed out that this was part of their jobs, and they were not allowed to accept
gifts. Several suggestions including a
special reception or recognition by Msgr.
Gerry were made, but it was felt that the stairs present a problem and we
should wait until we are in the new
church.
5. Simone suggested
having a Card and Game Night, but this idea had been put forth by Jean
Frechette last year and the
response was discouraging.
6. Denise suggested
that we formally invite the Knights to our Christmas Potluck. Karen so moved, seconded by Beth, and the motion passed.
The meeting closed with a prayer by Elaine.
