2008 The National CDA Biennial Convention Date
July 16-20, 2008, Albuquerque, NM
Regents, you should have received from National information, regarding the 2008 National Convention which will be held in Albuquerque, New Mexico July 16th thru July 20th, 2008. The convention will be held at the Hyatt Regency Albuqerque, 330 Tijeras N. W., Albuquerque, NM 87102. Call 1-800-233-1234 Toll Free to make your reservations. MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS EARLY, TO INSURE YOUR ACCOMODATIONS.
Registration Fee Information:
Advanced Registration Late Registration
Prior to June 1, 2008 After June 1, 2008
Non-Delegates $80.00 $110
Chaplains - No Charge No Charge
*Daily Registration $40.00
DO NOT SEND REGISTRATION FEES UNTIL DELEGATE
CARDS AND CREDENTIALS ARE SENT.
Hotel Room Rates - for Hyatt Regency Albuquerque, NM
are as Follows:
Single/Double Occupancy$129.00 + 12.875% Tax
Triple/Quad Occupancy$129.00 + 12.875% Tax
Suites$250.00 and up + 12.875% Tax
These rates CANNOT be guaranteed after MAY 30, 2008 OR ONCE THE ROOM BLOCK IS FULL
which ever comes first. Please have ONLY ONE person make reservations for you and your group. Any duplicate or non cancellations will be the responsibility of the person making the reservation. Due to strict attrition rules, National WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE for rooms booked and not used.
Please READ the data you received CAREFULLY. You must submit your delegate registration to National by MARCH 15, 2008.
The number of Delegates shall be determined by dues billed by the National Office as of November 15 of the preceding year. Court representation will be: One (1) delegate, THE REGENT IF SHE ATTENDS, and an additional delegate for each SEVENTY-FIVE (75) members or major fraction thereof. Local Courts may elect up to two (2) times the number of alternates for elected delegates. If you have a STATE officer in your court, DO NOT elect her as a delegate, as she is an automatic delegate as a State Officer. Please note: Forms for delegates and alternates to the convention have been sent to Local Court Regents ONLY. State Regents will receive delegate forms for State Officers. DO NOT include State Officers or Imm. Past Regent on local Court delegate forms as they are automatically designated as delegates of your state.
DO YOU PLAN TO RUN FOR A National office? If you are.... you must submit a statement of qualifications, a current photograph, a statement of endorsement by the State Board of the candidate, as well as consent to serve by the candidate. Seven (7) copies of the aforementioned shall be received by the Nominating Committee Chair no later than MARCH 1ST of the convention year. You are urged to refer to the Bylaws, Article XII, for additional information.
Pre and Post Convention Tours to areas of interest in Albuquerque have been planned. Pre-Convention Tours will be held on July 14 and 15.
The-post Convention Tour will be to Baja, Mexico. Arrangements have been made with ALL AMERICAN TRAVEL AGENCY to be the official CDA agency for the convention. You may contact them at 1-800-732-7075. Discounts have been negotiated with NORTH WEST and CONTINENTAL Airlines and they will be the official Airlines for this convention. A 10% discount will be applied on all tickets purchased 60 days prior to the convention. When making your reservations with All American Travel or your own Travel Agency, please use the following code for NORTHWEST FILE #NMC2W for CONTINENTAL AIRLINES FILE # ZD3A. Reservations may also be booked directly with Northwest at 1-800-328-1111 or Continental at 1-800-525-0280. By using these services you will help CDA earn travel credits towards future meetings and you are still credited with your frequent flyer miles and awards. The airport for Albuquerque is the ALBUQUERQUE INTERNATIONAL SUNPORT AIRPORT, which is approximately 15-20 minutes from the hotel depending on traffic. More information will follow in the March Convention Meeting
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CONVENTION PROGRAM BOOKLET
Courts who will not be attending the National Convention, can still be a, part of the Convention, by sending messages of appreciation to those women representing your local courts, state courts and our national order of Catholic Daughters of the Americas. The convention Program Booklet will also be used as a journal Ad Book. Hand written ads WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. All MUST be photo ready.
My Dear Sisters in Christ,
We are fast approaching the end of 2007. Soon the sweet aroma of special baked foods we
traditionally prepare to share with family and friends will consume our homes.
As we enter the Holiest of Seasons, and await the coming of our Savior Jesus Christ. Let us share all our energy with Unity and Charity. Pictures showing strings of lights remind us that Christ is the "Light of the World." December is the month of our Advent and Christmas Seasons. Cards we receive proclaim Peace on Earth and acknowledges that the only Peace on Earth will come from Christ the King.
Let us pray for the unfortunate. Let us pray for the victims of War. Let us not forget prayers for members of our Armed Forces who are in harms way. Let us not forget our Catholic Daughter sisters an their families and friends who are sick and infirmed. Let us remember and pray for the souls of our beloved sisters who have been called home by our Father. Only the sharing of our Love for Mankind will allow us to live our Mission Statement.
I would like to express to each and everyone of you, my most sincere appreciation for all you do, as members of your respective courts, to promote projects which benefit our families, our parish communities, the aged, our youth and the less fortunate. We are truly blessed to have women who give to our Lord so unselfishly their time and effort. On behalf of the State Board and myself, Thanks for a "Job well done."
My most sincere, thanks to Susan, Bernadette, Maureen, and Marlyn, Fr. Abran Tadeo, for all they do as members of the State Board, I wish ALL and your families, a most joyous and Holy Christmas a Prosperous New Year, filled with Peace, Hope, Love and good Health.
Seasons Greetings and Gods Blessing
Delma Araiza, State Regent
January 22, 2008 will be the 36th Anniversary of Roe vs Wade, the Supreme Court Decision that Legalized abortion. During these 36 years an estimated 40 million babies have been aborted. We must do what we can, to overturn this decision and guarantee the sanctity of life.
Arizona State Catholic Daughters of the Americas, along with the Phoenix Diocesan Council of Catholic Women and other organizations are promoting prayer in our parish communities with the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament in reparation for the sin of abortion on Tuesday, January 22, 2008
You are asked to sponsor a Holy Hour at your Parish and encourage participation at other parishes, for healing those affected by abortions and for conversion of those who promote abortion.
When Pope John Paul II visited Denver, he stated,
"Abortion is the scourge of America." Referring to
abortion he said " America is in danger of losing
their soul." We are a world leader and are we are
setting terrible examples. The Pope repeatedly warned
of the gravity of this sin.
He said, "America, defend life so that you may live in peace
and harmony. Woe to you if you do not succeed in defending life."
For churches and schools in Arizona who have plans for this day, click here:.
Support the Arizona State Catholic Daughters resolution at the National CDA Convention in July.
WHEREAS:
The observance of January 22 (or January 23, when the 22nd falls on a Sunday) as a
"particular day of penance for violations to the dignity of the human person committed
through acts of abortion, and of prayer for the full restoration of the legal guarantee of
the right to life" has become particular law for all dioceses of the United States of
America,
Gail Quinn, Secretariat for Pro Life Activities, 3211 FOURTH STREET NE •
WASHINGTON DC 20017-1194.202-541-3070 • AX, January 9, 2003
http://www.usccb.org/prolife/pastoralplan.htm
www.usccb.org/prolife/index.htm—Prime resource for bishops' policy and
teaching statements on pro-life issues.
BE IT RESOLVED,
That Catholic Daughters of the Americas Courts who cannot join the National Walk
of Life in Washington D.C., should promote or participate in a day of Adoration of
the Blessed Sacrament in their local parishes to atone for the sins of abortion on the
date of the Roe vs. Wade decision, January (or January 23, when the 22nd falls on a
Sunday).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,
That our united presence in front of the Blessed Sacrament on the anniversary of
Roe vs. Wade become an example of leadership that will inspire others to join.
Ct. Queen of Peace No. 2359 - Green Valley
Regent, Maureen O'Reilly/O'Shea (State Treasurer) and the ladies of her court welcome three new members this year. They are Anita Venezuela, Eleanor Pompi, and Ellen Sheehan. Ct. 2359 held their annual Rosary Sunday. Carol Neuburg, Joyce Hubacek, Audry Miller coordinated with Judy Sender the event. Following Father Maldonado's Holily, CDA members presented rosary's to all the children in attendance. Thanks to Bill O'Shea, honorary Catholic Daughter made all the rosaries. Ellie Brysacz and Joyce Hubaceck, Vice Regent , did a spectacular job putting together pamphlets given at all masses bringing attention to Pornography in Media. Ellie intensely researched the subject and included important information in the pamphlets. Judy Sender, coordinated this event for CDA and the Parish Family. Ct. 2359 had the following guest Speakers since September: State Chaplain, Fr. Abran Tadeo, Lunn Wray who spoke about RCIA program in their parish and invited the court to pray for candidates and catechumens presently in the RCIA program. Three court members, Ellen Sheehan, Joyce Hubacek and Carol Scarlise are sponsors. Five (5) court members attended the State Workshop held in Tempe on Nov. 3. They were Ellen Sheehan, Joyce Hubacek, Vice Regent, Frances Garcia, Carol Scarlise, Treasurer and Regent, (State Treasurer) Maureen O'Reilly/O'Shea. Florence Mills, Court Sunshine Chair, is busy spreading sunshine to the sick and members in need, paying special attention to our Seminarians and Commander Paul Wright, (husband of Katie Wright, Vice Regent from Ct. St. Germaine in Prescott Valley) who is stationed in Iraq. The year was rounded off with their annual Christmas Party, held at La Posada, December 6th. Much fun was had with the help of Bernie Lawrence and Trudi Cisco (auctioneers) at the auction held after lunch. In attendance were State Regent Delma Araiza, State Secretary, Marilyn Witte, District Deputies, Trudi Cisco and Delicia Reynolds and Ct. Chaplain Matt Prom.
Ct. Our Lady of Guadalupe No. 2250 - Phoenix
Regent, Mary: Ann Wanslee, and her ladies continue to do a great job with their Prison Ministry. They continue to seek donations of yarn, or funds to purchase yarn to provide inmates with yarn for crocheting. Funds are also needed to provide material for the purpose of making rosaries. Special thanks were given to the court for their efforts. Special thanks went to Charlotte, Char, Mary Ellen and Janice and her crew for their efforts at the Federal Prison Camp. The Court will have a Reception of New Members at their January 2008 meeting. Plans are also in the making for the Courts 25th Anniversary which is in May. Starting in December, their courts history will be written by guest writers. The first account will be by our "God Mother" past State Regent, Louise Bates. This should be a very interesting project. Members of the court attended the State Workshop after having gone to our 1st Saturday Adoration obligation.
Ct. Our Lady of the Desert 2164 - Mesa
Agnes Miller, Regent reports that they welcomed four new court members in October, they are: Judy Rimbey, Marie Freudinger, Elaine Hughes and Marie Blanda. Ct 2164 actively participated in All Saints, Holy Cross, and St. George ministry fair, after masses and distributed CDA materials for member recruitment. On Nov. 8th, Susan Mone, 1st State Vice Regent and Eileen Esch, State Education and Youth Chair and Agnes Miller,,Regent attended cermonies presenting $50.00 award to Manny Estrella , winner of CDA National Computer Art Contest. Fund raising project Apache Gold, has been very successful and much fun. Trips are made the second Wednesday of the month. On December 17, the court Christmas Party was held, entertainment and music by court members Edith and Genny were enjoyed by all. Program Chair Genny Leggett is busy lining up very interesting presentator's and presentations for up coming meetings.
Ct. St. Mark No. 312 - Window
Regent Pat Bailon, and the ladies from her court have been busy doing works of Charity. In November they started a Giving Tree, and over 200 gifts were donated for Christmas Gifts, which were given to people in Nursing Homes, and to persons who are homebound. They also had a Christmas Basket Raffle to raise fm Js. In addition, Pat and her ladies have welcomed 16 new members to their court. Kudos to you all for a job well done!
Ct. Padre Kino No. 1932 - Tempe
Cathy Oplaski, Regent and her court celebrated their Annual Christmas Potluck at Resurrection Church on December 5. Members provide delicious homemade specialties and desserts. The Court provided ham. At their January meeting they will discuss plans for the upcoming Court's 43rd Anniversary. Rori Levario and Ramona Kiesecker will be hostesses for the Anniversary celebration, which will be on February 6. The court is working on putting together friendship bags which will be distributed and sent off in March. Plans are being made for attending the National Convention in New Mexico in July. The court members may rent a van and drive if a sufficient numbers of ladies plan to attend. (Ed. Note: I urge you to take this opportunity to attend the national convention due to it's location. I am sure you will enjoy the convention and come home with many new things learned by presentations made at the convention.) New Newsletter Column - Editor Melanie Collinsworth, will have a new item in the Court Newsletter. She will feature the three (3) surviving Padre Kino Charter members. Her first column featured, "Catholic Daughter of the Year" Mary Robison. The piece was excellent. Great job Melanie!
Ct. Madonna No. 2067 - Sun City
Regent, Mary Yaskowitz and the members of Court 2067 have a busy schedule for the 2007-2008 calendar year. Mary is the newly elected Regent and brings much energy to her newly elected position. October featured their Annual Spaghetti Dinner, where the K of C members did the cooking, was a great success. On December 17, they will have their court Christmas activities. Plans are being made for their Fashion Show and Luncheon on February 4, Angela Genova will chair the Fashion Show. $2,510.00 was raised for the courts annual contributions to Charities, both National and Local. (Ed: I Commend you all for a job well done) Plans are now being formulated for the courts 35th Anniversary. Tentatively the date the court is considering is April 28, 2008. Ct. Madonna is contributing to the "Moses Project" which is a huge statute of the Ten Commandments, which will be placed in the Courtyard at St. Clement's Church. In December also, court members will take toys to the West Valley Food Bank in Youngtown and will visit sister members who are confined to Nursing and assisted living facilities. Prayers are asked for the souls of Alice Ladewski and Julia Chestna and Hoyt Lathan. Also pray for Pat Darling and Angela Genova who are recovering from surgery. Also, please, pray for Louise Bates, Past State Regent who recently fractured a bone in her leg and is recovering.
Ct. St. Francis of Assisi No. 2221 - Tucson
Regent Phyllis Hall, and court members celebrated their courts Christmas Potluck on December 3rd, with a cookie exchange and gift exchanges. Attending were State Regent Delma Araiza, State Secretary Marilyn Witte. The court held one of their mini Bazaar's on December 8--9, selling many hand made crafts, (which they worked on all year) and homemade food stuffs. The bazaar was a great success. Plans are being made by members to attend the "New Beginnings" retreat.
Ct. Our Lady of Fatima No. 2136 - Yuma
Regent Dee Sussman, reports on what she and the members of her court's Circle of Love activities have been to date. They have been busy! Spiritual Enhancement activities, include, A Priest Appreciation luncheon for all local priests and also sent spiritual bouquet cards to all Priests in Yuma County. (Ed Note: This is a great idea). Dressed in white they participated as a group for CDA Day, and also held a mass for deceased members in November. At the November meeting, they drew Kris Kingle names. They will emphasize prayer as gifts for those whose names they drew. At their December meeting they will reveal the names they picked. The Court continues to support a seminarian. The court purchased a much needed pall for St. Francis of Assisi Parish. Quality of Life projects include: Continue to provide layettes to three local social service organizations. At their December meeting, instead of exchanging gifts, they will contribute layette items. Education: They provide $300.00 scholarship to a Catholic Student and will be participating in CDA's National essay contest. Kay Kerwin, has done an excellent job as their Chair person for several years. Legislation: In October the court participated with other concerned groups in LIFE CHAIN for one hour along one of the busiest street in town. For WRAP week, white ribbons were distributed to parishioners after masses. Ways and Means: Raffle tickets are sold for a quilt which is made by one of their devoted members, Karen Maude. Recently they voted to sponsor a club called Little Flowers Catholic Girls Club of Yuma. This a Catholic organization for young girls interested in learning Catholic virtues through lives of Catholic Saints, Scripture and the catechism of the Catholic Church. (Ed Note: Could this lead to the formation to a junior Catholic Daughters Court, as the same virtues are practiced ??) Financially the court support the Five National Projects recommended by National.(I commend Regent Sussman for her excellent report on their courts activities to date.)
Ct. Santa Cruz No. 1341 - Nogales
Ct. Regent Mari Parra, and the members of the court have a busy schedule for the month of December. On December 8, they celebrated their 66th Anniversary, at Mr. "C's" Supper club. Two of their founding members are still able to join them on special occasions. Madeleine Van Hulse remembers that one of the first activities the court participated in, was rolling bandages to be sent to our troops after the attack on Pearl Harbor. State Regent Delma Araiza, presented Regent Parra, a plaque commemorating their 66 years of faithful acts of Charity. Attending the dinner also were State Treasurer, Maureen O'Reilly/O'Shea, her husband Bill, Past National Director, Betty Grogan, District Deputy Trudi Cisco, and Florence Mills GV member. From December 4—12, they participated in a Novena of Processions (Celebrating our Lady of Guadalupe) ending with a mass. On December the 8, they purchased floral arrangements and joined the procession with their CDA Banner. On December 9, they held their Annual Christmas Cookie Sale. Homemade cookies and munchies which are put in baskets, gaily wrapped in Christmas colored cellophane. Cookies and baskets are sold after masses. In addition members work on the Bookstore project selling Holy Books, and Gift Certificates, especially during the holiday season. On December 13, they will have their annual Christmas Dinner at Mr. "Cs" Supper Club. Christmas gifts , are brought to the dinner for Boys and Girls to be given to a ProLife Group, for their Present-give-away to needy Children. On December 17—19 they were busy decorating the Church and setting up what was needed for a Christmas Concert December 20 to benefit their Parish's much needed renewal and building restoration fund. The St. Ambrose Latin Mass Choir from Tucson, for a traditional Latin Music and Chant and Christmas Carols, with a Wine and Cheese intermission. Court members manned the refreshment tables. Busy as bees!
Ct. St. Cecilia No. 1473
Regent Peggy Boelke, and the members of their court are tentatively planning for their 60th Anniversary on March 8, 2008. Details will be passed along when a decision is made.- Regent Boelke, Darleen Phelen, Elaine Markus and Marie Eggers attended the State Workshop held at Resurrection Church.in Tempe on November 3. Members Elaine Markus, Maria Kieffer and Clara Chavez were the audit committee for the courts Semi Annual audit. A memorial mass was held for Rachel Scott at St. Thomas the Apostle Church on October 12. Several members attended the mass and reception following the service. You are asked to remember Rachel in your prayers. Ct. 1473 held their Christmas Pot Luck on December 8. Mary Ann Pinski wias Committe Chair coordinating the menu
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Ct. Our Lady of Lourdes No. 2278 -. Sun City West
Regent, Ann Valencia, reports that their Spaghetti Dinner was a "sold out" success , Thanks to Co-Chairs Joan Cosson and Connie Sherrard. December 8, marked the day of the courts Cookie Walk and Bake Sale. Cookies, breads and candies were sold after Mass. The court's Advent Brunch was held on December 19, after the regular December monthly meeting. The ladies shared professional entertainment at the Brunch. On January 13, court members will attend Mass at Prince of Peace for Right to Life. On January 22, they will attend adoration in Prince of Peace Chapel, on the anniversary of Roe vs Wade, and pray for the end of aborations. On October 29, 92 Baby Quilts, 33 Receiving Blankets, 114 Baby Gowns, 21 Crocheted Baby Afghans, 5' Mattress Pads, 8 Burp Cloths, 7 Crocheted Caps, 7 pairs of Crocheted Booties, 1 Bedspread, 14 Baby Bibs, and 3 new Diaper Bags were delivered to the Crisis Pregnancy Center in Phoenix. Margaret Huelskamp and Joan Cosson spearhead the Sewing Ladies Project, they and court volunteers who diligently give of their time, love and care to make these most needed items are commended. for a job well done! (Kudos to your Ladies). The Court also donated 275 pairs of Sweat Pants (Cost of $1,706_46,) to the Pappas School Children.
