This
is probably the longest continuing ministry of our parish, having begun
its work in 1964. The ministry has seen changes over the years but
that signifies the group's willingness to serve our Church however it is
needed.
Among
the ministry's best known activities are the bake sales, which are held
annually the first weekend in December, on Palm Sunday and on the Day of
Recollection. The Ladies of St. Patrick have provided significant
financial support to St. Patrick School Library and the parish PREP.
Monies donated by Ladies of St. Patrick also assist with tuition at our
school.
Membership
is approximately 35 individuals. Meetings begin at 1:30 p.m. in the
parish office building on the third
Tuesday of each month from September through April, except for December. Business
involves planning activities, as well as some informative programs.
Membership is open to all women of the parish and dues are only $5 per
year.
All
activities of the Ladies of St. Patrick exemplify the ministry's stated
purpose, which is to assist in the spiritual well being of all women in
the parish by way of devotion and social activities and caring for the
special needs of the school library, rectory, Church and community.
When
asked to comment about the Ladies of St. Patrick, president Natalie
D'Angelo noted that over the years, the members of this ministry have
initiated many activities that have been the basis for other ministries to
start, and that this ministry has enjoyed working for our parish.
While pleased with past efforts, the members of the ministry are always
ready to assist the parish when called upon today.
For
further information about how you can share the stewardship of time and
talent of the Ladies of St. Patrick, please contact Natalie D'Angelo at
(610) 793-1452.