Divine Mercy Women’s Guild October 5, 2015
Our annual Pot Luck dinner began with Mass. Msgr. Gerry
blessed the Blessed Mother Statue given to the parish by the Women’s Guild.
After Mass all in attendance gathered in the new parish hall for dinner.
President Sue Koziell welcomed the Guild members and then
introduced new members: Ann Veverka,
Patty Long, Claudette Levesque, Olga Murphy Maureen Petro, Kathy Wasserloos,
Barbara Goodwin and guest Rene Rabideau; We proceeded to enjoy a wonderful
dinner.
Business Meeting
Sue called the meeting to order at 7:50pm; 48 members were
in attendance. Sue began the meeting by
thanking all who participated in Divine Mercy Reception Opening on September 26th,
especially to Denise Long who coordinated the event and a special Thank you to
all the ladies who assisted Denise in making this such a memorable event for
Divine Mercy.
Corresponding Secretary
Yvonne Murray read Thank you notes from Joyce Schmidt
thanking the Women’s Guild for the Ethel Cavanaugh Award she was given at the
May banquet, two notes from Deacon Dennis, for his birthday gift and the
invitation for him and his wife to attend our May Banquet and from Donna Coty regarding
the Hancock Community Dinner that was provided by the Guild and organized by
Helen Limina.
Treasury Report
Beth McGurty distributed a proposed budge for 7/1/2015 –
6/30/2016. She is still awaiting last
year’s budget numbers because there has been no official audit. Beth used many
of the same money amounts as last year for the new budget items, on the premise
that most numbers would stay the same (Christmas Fair costs: chowder, Bass Hall
rental space, Bell Ringers) the $400 Anniversary Present for Msgr. Gerry. She
assured everyone that by our November meeting she would have the audit results.
She indicated that the Blessed Mother Statue was shipped expeditiously and free
with the help of Diane Castonguay A motion to approve the proposed budget was
made by Yvonne and to accept by Jean Frechette, the motion passed.
Generations Together
Lauren Martin explained Generations Together has become a
special family tradition during the Advent season. Families gather together and make an advent wreath
and share dinner. This event is supported by the Guild. For more information or if you want to help,
contact Lauren or Linda Caracappa.
Helping Hands
Joyce Schmidt asked that the Guild consider making two
Helping Hand groups. Each group would
have a team leader; having two groups will help balance the responsibility for
receptions and functions.
Hostess Chairman Cathy Buffum distributed a
sign up list for monthly refreshments
Anniversary Party October 25, 2015
Linda C addressed Msgr. Gerry’s 40 Year Anniversary Party,
which she is co-chairing with Lauren Martin. She described the menu and
explained that this was a parish event and that all Divine Mercy groups would
be involved and participating. An
Italian buffet, Msgr. Gerry’s favorite, will be served There is a need for food
items and help to prepare, serve and clean up. Contact the ladies listed above if you can be
of assistance in any capacity.
Secret Angels
Kathy Sullivan distributed Secret Angel forms. She explained
again that she was hoping for a large participation among Guild members and
that Angels will be revealed at the June banquet. Two new angels forgot to pull names from the Secret Angel basket so
please remember to do so at the November meeting.
Miscellaneous
Kathy Wasserloos has landscaping concerns and explained to
the Guild that she would like to take up some of the old plants from the old
church and re-plant them in the back of the new church. She has a to-do list and will need help.
Jane Meneghini announced that the Pastoral Council will have
speakers pertaining to the Pope’s Encyclical Letter on climate change and the
environment, an interfaith event. For
more information refer to the Parish Bulletin or contact Jane.
Continued Business
Sue addressed changes to the By Laws that were made to
clarify some points, mostly to laws that didn’t apply any longer. She will go over everything at the next
meeting and a vote will be taken. Sue will email changes to everyone and have
copies for those who don’t have email.
Sue thanked Denise and Cheryl for their work in organizing
the Pot Luck Dinner; it was a huge success and greatly enjoyed by everyone.
The meeting closed at 8:25pm
Respectfully submitted by,
Gracie Hartman, Secretary
