So here we are on a snowy day in February. Some of us may be bored, missing our routines. But I think all of us are looking forward to the end of this “stay home” order. Let's hope February 11th brings us some renewed freedoms.
St. Valentine's Day is quickly approaching. In a “normal” year, we would be deep in preparations for our Annual Tea. But this year is different, very different – no physical contact with one another, no banging and clanging in the kitchen, no clattering of teacups and dishes. And perhaps worse of all, the loss of revenue for our CWL to help the parish and our other projects.
Still I think there is much for which to be thankful, and do. When I think Valentine's, I think of love, sweethearts, flowers but most of all, chocolate!! I'd like to propose a collection of our favourite recipes – just desserts and sweets; with or without chocolate. Depending on you for your recipes and eventual help, we could produce a book that we could sell in our parish and / or at our next Tea.
So please send me your favourite recipe/s (typed or photo). I'll start a binder (and electronic folder) and let's see where this project can take us!!
Thank you for your continued support! Stay strong, stay safe.
Mary, Mother of God and our Patroness, pray for us.
Sabina
Good day again my friends.
Thank you to all who responded to my previous CWL News. To date, we have processed 26 memberships. This does not include any that may have been dropped off at the church within the last week. Once again, should you require assistance, please do not hesitate to let me know - remondsa54@gmail.com
Bell Let's Talk Day, which is coming up this Thursday, January 28, 2021. Some of you may already be aware of this important initiative and given the world's current state, it is quite timely to reach out to one another. I encourage you to participate, we need this more now than ever! And let's try to make this a regular activity!! On that note, should you be aware of any member who has an email address but is not on our list, please let me know - I'll make sure to add her.
And finally - one of our members and dear friend, Sheila Shannon recently shared the attached link with me which I would like to share with all of you computer savvy ladies. Personally, I never read the (entire) bible; only bits and pieces. I have been listening to this podcast almost daily. I admit there are days when I have to play "catchup"! Connect in to Fr. Mike Schmitz - it only takes 20 minutes or so per day. He provides great interpretation and another great way to celebrate our faith. Lent and Easter are not far away. Enjoy
All Bible in a Year Episodes - Ascension Press Media
Stay safe and God Bless.
Mary, Mother of God and our Patroness, pray for us.
To our sisters in the CWL and all women of the St. Gerard Majella Parish – GREETINGS and a HAPPY NEW YEAR!
As we move further into 2021, we continue to experience the effects of Covid-19. Our lives
have certainly changed in the past 12 months. “How much longer?”, you ask. No doubt, we are in the hands of our dear Lord. So, let us continue to have faith and patience, and above all pray.
Like so many other organizations, the St. Gerard Majella CWL has not been spared. Meetings, workshops, other activities, especially our Valentine’s Tea, have all been curtailed. It is, however, important that we continue.
In this spirit, the past Executive recently proposed the following temporary leadership:
Sabina Remondi – President while maintaining Treasurer
Shirley Leonard – Secretary
Colleen Murphy – Diocesan Liaison
Memberships for 2021 remain at $25.00 and are now due. You can drop that off at the
parish office or can make pickup arrangements by emailing Sabina at remondsa54@gmail.com
These are indeed challenging times. Please continue to follow Covid-19 guidelines and other government directives. Stay strong, stay safe.
Mary, Mother of God, and our Patroness, pray for us.