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About us: The Columbiettes are formed with the approval of the Knights of Columbus Council with which it is affiliated. We stand ready at all times to assist them when needed. We are ordinary ladies who are proud of reaching out and helping those less fortunate by meeting the needs of the people in our communities and around the world. We are committed to the preservation of family life. We enjoy the challenges and satisfaction of making a difference. Our Auxillary was formed in June of 2010 and we service the Parishes of OLPH-St. Agnes in Atlantic Highlands, and St. Mary's Mother of God Church in Middletown. We meet on the first Wednesday of each month at 8pm except for January and July. Deep religious convictions are evident: Mass attendance & Corporate Communions Retreats Eucharistic Ministers and Lectors Religious Education Teachers and Aides Supporting Unwed Mothers Helping the Needy Helping the Mentally & Physically challenged. The Columbiettes are a growing and vibrant service organization of Catholic Ladies who are willing to make a difference in today's society. We boldly choose to take a strong stand on issues that are devastating to human life: Abortion Pornography Substance Abuse Euthanasia Child Abuse By Conducting a variety of programs, we are bringing Columbiettes together as they can strengthen their bond of friendship within the Order. The benefits from membership are many - spiritual, moral, educational and social. As a Columbiette, you can allocate your time as your daily schedule permits. To maximize your enjoyment and personal contributions, there are no specific requirements or amounts of time to spend within the Organization. Everyone in the Organization participates at whatever level of commitment that makes her comfortable. With your time, special skills or talent, we offer you the opportunity to give back something to your Community as well as your Parish. Discover activities that involve the entire family, thereby building spirit from within. Be a more effective Catholic by actively working toward goals of unity and understanding. Set the example through works of charity, devotion and promotion of Catholic values. Join others in programs that brighten the lives of the less fortunate - the sick, the handicapped, the elderly and the young, Strengthen the community from within. Have fun - make friends, and join others in events that bear fruit. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * For more information, please email: Louise Welch at: [email protected] or call: 732-397-5601 (leave a message) * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * |
Our Emblem:
The BLUE CIRCLE
represents the World. The WHITE CROSS represents Christ's love for us, by His Crucifixion He redeemed the World. The RAYS represent our zeal to serve God through the Mediums of Faith, Hope, and Charity ,symbolized by the THREE WHITE STARS. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Things we've done: *Collected Toys & pet supplies for victims of Hurricane Sandy *Held Birthright Baby Showers *Participates in Ministry Fairs, Corpus Christi Procession, and Rosary Rallys at St. Mary's and St. Agnes *Provides individual Scholarships to 3 local Catholic schools: MTRS, Mater Dei, and St. Mary's, as well as to a girl from OLPH-St Agnes to attend a Catholic High School *Support one child to attend CCD at OLPH-St. Agnes *Raised $10,053.44 for the MTRS Thomas Moore Scholarship fund by hosting an Italian Night & Gift Auction with the Knights in 4 years. *Provides bread and soup after Stations of the Cross at OLPH during Lent *Helps the Rev. Joseph J Donnelly Knights with Free Breakfasts, Sinatra Night and Italian Nights *Helped the VTL Knights with a Christmas Party for the Earle Navy personnel being deployed Distributes toys with Santa at the Pediatric Ward in Monmouth Medical Center and the VTL Knights *Helped the VTL Knights with a BBQ for the King James/Care One Nursing Home *Held Princess and Pirate Breakfasts with VTL Knights *Helps with Hospitality tables after Masses at St. Mary's Church * Participates in Memorial Day Parade * Held an Elvis Show and dinner for Scholarship Fund *Helped the community raise over $75,000 to support a young mom left raising 2 small children whose father was killed in a motorcycle accident while trying to raise funds in a March of Dimes fundraiser. Helps our brother Knights man a Water Station for the NJ Marathon in Deal, NJ. Volunteers with VTL Knights at the St. Mary's Fair Served meals for the Charismatic rallys at St. Marys. *Help our brother Knights with various dinner/dances * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Things we Collect: School Supplies for Backpack Collection (grades 1-4) Tab Tops for Ronald McDonald House Toiletries for the Homeless Non-perishable food items for the Barn for the Poorest of the Poor which helps supply local Soup Kitchens Pennies for Seminarians and Postulants Rosaries, medals & prayer cards for Missions * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * |