- Last Updated on Tuesday, 24 June 2014 23:47
The Catholic Women's College Club held their final meeting of the year with a banquet on May 5th at the Mon Valley Country Club in Monongahela. 'The Beauty in Devotion' was the club's theme that prevailed throughout the evening.
Dottie Bewick began the program by defining devotion as being dedicated, showing loyalty, and often needing to sacrifice for the love of another. The month of May is dedicated to women celebrating Mother's Day as well as The Blessed Mother. Cindy Williams placed a crown of flowers on the statue in Mary's honor."Ave Maria" was sung in Latin by Betsy D'Emidio, a member of the Pittsburgh Opera. Following the crowning, everyone present sang "Gentle Woman" led by Sharon Bellamy.
Chaplain, Fr. James Young, thanked and praised the women for their devotion to doing acts of charities throughout the year to our Mon Valley Communities. He then gave the invocation and dinner was served.
President Lenni Nedley called the business portion of the meeting to order. Vice President Lisa Foglia acknowledged members' devotion to the club through perfect attendance with photos of roses and fresh plants. Minutes of the last meeting were read by Secretary Jo Anna Stroh and approved. The financial report was given by Treasurer Sally Keeney and also approved. Correspondences were read by Stroh. Committee reports were given.
Margie Pankiewicz, chairwoman of the Ambassadors of Faith, reported that over 50 Easter baskets were distributed throughout the valley. "Through the club's devotion we have touched lots of hearts," stated Pankiewicz. Charitable Service chairwoman Noreen Fazzini reported on giving more lap afghans to people in the community. Scholarship committee member Mary Gene Delsandro suggested that our applications for the club's scholarship be extended to include the entire valley. The amount of the scholarship will also be increased. Both were accepted and approved by the club. Mary Ann Gallo, chairwoman of the handicapped adults, reported on their devoted visits to the special people who have touched the club's lives.
The installation of officers for the new club year was conducted by Dorothy Jozwiak. The officers and chaplain remain the same for the upcoming year.
The May committee included Bewick, D'Emidio, Williams, Marie Feick, Vicki Sento, Rosemary Bucchianeri, and Barbara Smith.
President Nedley adjourned the meeting and wished everyone a safe and happy summer.
