Council of Catholic Women

Mission Statement: The Saint Martha Council of Catholic Women (CCW) exists to unite the women of Saint Martha Parish for the spiritual, social, and educational enrichment of its members and for the welfare of the Parish community.

Membership: We would like to extend a warm invitation to all women of the Parish to participate in our activities and meetings this year. Any registered woman of Saint Martha Parish is already a member!

CCW Board Members (2022-2023)

• President: Christine Patton
• Vice President: Melody Werner
• Treasurer: Kathy Wood
• Recording Secretary: Germaine Kowatch
• Corresponding Secretary: Peg Valenti

CCW Chairs (2022-2023)

• Christmas Silent Auction: Nancy Bobinski
• Fish Fry: Kathy Wood and our Knights of Columbus
• Funeral Luncheons: Beth Buiochi and Kathy Wood
• Giving Tree: Kathy Wood
• High School Scholarship: Amanda Hammond
• Holiday Food Baskets: Beth Buiocchi and Murcia Robinson
• Prayer Quilt Ministry: Mary Hall
• Poinsettia Sale: Jean Morgan
• Shared Pregnancy: Liz Carls

Contact Us: For regular updates on the Saint Martha Council of Catholic Women and for spiritual encouragement, like us on Facebook or email us at stmarthaccw@gmail.com.

For more information about any of our CCW's ministries or events, please contact President Christine Patton at stmarthaccw@gmail.com.

Meetings: Our monthly meetings consist of a spiritual reflection and business agenda followed by a speaker, service activity, or social event. Join us on the third Wednesdays monthly as often as you can!
 

This Year's Meetings
at 6:45 pm in our Blessed Solanus Room
(unless otherwise indicated)

• Wednesday, September 21: We had a wonderful Welcome Back meeting with fellowship and yummy snacks to kick off another great meeting year!

• October 19: parishioner Laurel Hilliker, PhD presented “Processing Loss in a Pandemic: An Altered Grief" with a time for Q&A and socializing.

• November 9 (in Saint Elizabeth Hall): We made and hung the tags for our Christmas Giving Trees. As always, it was a great time for visiting and enjoying friends and fellowship! *Thank you to everyone who brought a dessert to share and new Christmas cards!*

• December 14 (in Saint Elizabeth Hall): We enjoyed some Christmas cheer and fun with the ladies of the CCW including socializing, great treats, door prizes, and a silent and live auction! Theresa Pruder and Melody Werner did a fantastic job chairing the live auction, as did Nancy Bobinski chairing the silent auction! *Thank you to everyone who donated toward both of the auctions, and to Theresa Pruder for beautifully coordinating that piece!*

• January 18: Game Night: We had a ton of fun, visiting, and enjoying great snacks starting the new year off right! *Thank you to everyone who brought a snack to share!*

• February 15: Due to the tragic events at Michigan State University on February 11, 2023, this meeting was cancelled. Join us in prayer for the victims, their loved ones, and all who were affected by this devistating event. If you are experiencing grief, anxiety, or fear of any kind due to this or another loss in your life, there are resources and support available. Contact IvyLynn Olson in our Parish Office for more information.

• March 15: Lenten Soup Supper: Our annual soup supper was a hit! We enjoyed a delightful assortment of all-you-can-eat delicious soups! Our guest speaker Hallie Card, our Director of Discipleship, shared with us the beauty and power behind the traditions of "House Blessings." Thank you to all who contributed a soup!

• April 19: Marian Talk
  • We will begin with a short business meeting.
  • Then, we will enjoy a special presentation by Paulette Burgess entitled "Mary, the Handmade of the Lord."
  • Please feel free to bring a friend and a treat to share!

• May 17: Spring Awards Celebration