summer2007

Arizona CDA Reflections

Father Abran, and My dear Sisters in Christ,

On behalf of my fellow State Board members and

myself, I extend to you all our "Thanks" for your

support and re-election as State Board Members.

We truly appreciate the vote of confidence. It is

YOU who are the beacon of light, supported by

Our Blessed Mother's love that sustains and

supports us in ALL our endeavors. Our State

convention contributed an opportunity to

rededicate ourselves to living our Catholic Daughter's Motto of Unity and Charity. We pray that our resolve to live by our Motto will assure that we continue to do our Lords work as an organization. You all clearly demonstrate your faith and commitment by caring for members of our Church, community, as family advocates and for your respect for life.

I want express my heartfelt thanks to Kathy Oplaski, Regent of Ct. Padre Kino and the members of her Court for hosting our Convention. and Agnes Miller, Regent of Ct. Our Lady of the Desert and members of her Court for Co-Hosting. Ladies, what can I say except, "You out did yourselves!"

To Theresa Malik, how can we repay you for the beautiful Mass booklets you prepared for our Convention services? To Eileen Esch, for the beautiful CDA stole she so lovingly made with out pattern for our State Chaplain Fr. Abran Tadeo, a million thanks. I wish I could thank ALL of you individually for all you did before, during and after the convention, ....know that I and the members of the State Board truly appreciate all your efforts.

To Father Abran, and Emmanuel Alday for the Beautiful shrine and water fall they set up for our Blessed Mother. You are the best.

The long hot days of summer are upon us. As most of you have planned your summer vacations. Many of you will be going "back home" for the summer, I wish you and yours a great summer and a safe trip. To those of you who will stick it out here in Arizona, turn down the air conditioner, reports are that we are in for a HOT summer.

We look forward to seeing and visiting your courts come September when we resume our regular schedules.

May Gods Blessings Always be Upon You, I remain,

Respectfully, Yours in Christ,

Delma Araiza, State Regent

Dear Catholic Daughters,

I hope and pray that all is going well and that the summer is off to a great, relaxing and peaceful start.

In reflecting on this time that we call Ordinary in the Church, I tend to think that we can sit back and move with the groove. The truth is, that after the time that we celebrate Easter, the Lord has sent us out to continue His mission and offer His love not to fall into the groove.

The Bi-Annual Convention that we participated in Mesa, Arizona was a great example of what it means to continue the mission of Christ. We gathered together to fellowship and work. The Catholic Daughters of Arizona give great hope to the Resurrection of Christ with all of the positive work- and influence you have shown throughout the country, but especially in the State of Arizona.

Thank you for all the great work from supporting vocations to the priesthood and religious life, to Habitat for Humanity. I challenge you to continue this work and to look for more opportunities to minister to the people of God to promote the Catholic Daughters.

On my part, I have pledged to visit every court in the State. Delma will be in contact with every court to schedule a time and date for she & I to visit. I look forward to seeing all of you soon.

May God Bless you, your ministry

Ct. Padre Kino No. 1932 - Phoenix

Regent, Kathy Oplaski, reports that court member ELIZABETH WILCOX, was awarded "WOMAN OF THE YEAR", by the Phoenix Diocesan Council of Catholic Women. Our congratulations to Elizabeth from the State Board and fellow Catholic Daughters! This court has been blessed with six of their members receiving this prestigious award over the past few years. Ct. Padre Kino was well represented at the Phoenix Cathedral for the ordination of six new priests. June 13th, 2007 marks the date of the Courts Priest Appreciation Dinner to be held at a Local restaurant. The fall will bring new challenges to the court, including Adoration Projects, joint projects with the Knights of Columbus, Apache Gold Trips, and ideas to capture younger members

St. Rose of Lima - Safford

Margarita Wulftangre, Regent, and her court had a busy Father's Day Planned. The court will sponsor a FREE breakfast for all Dad's after masses, with a menu of eggs, choriso, potatoes, beans. tortillas, coffee and juice. ( Yummie)! Plans are have been made to have two fundraisers to help pay for member attendance to the National Convention which will be held in New Mexico in July of 2008. One will be a 50/50 raffle and a bus trip to Apache Gold with dates to be announced at a later date. During a mass to be held in September, Fr. Ariel will be installed as Court Chaplain, installation of new members, memorialization of court deceased members, and awarding of Charter Member and 10 year Service Pins.

Ct. St. Augustine No 1227 - Tucson

Regent, Anita Mendoza reports, that several Court Members, including State Regent, Delma Araiza, attended the ordination of Fr. Mark Long on June 2nd, 2007. Fr. Long was ordained by Bishop Gerald Kicanas at St. Augustine Cathedral. Members attended the reception following the ordination. Fr. Long has been assigned to St. Elizabeth Ann Seaton Church in Tucson. During the summer break, plans will being formulated to have a Tea and Fashion Show, Apache Gold Trips, and a Labor Day Raffle. On June 1st Court Officers Alice Cavaletto, Delma Araiza, State Regent, District Deputy, Delicia Reynolds, and Mary Trujillo represented Ct. St Augustine at the presentation of a check for $7,00.00 to Bishop Kicanas and to Fr. Miguel Mariano, Vocations Director. The money presented was the fruits of efforts and work by the three CDA courts in Tucson and our Green Valley Court, who are all dedicated to supporting our Seminarians. ( Kudos to all you Ladies for a Job Well Done !)

Ct. St. Francis of Assisi No. 2221 - Tucson

Regent, Phyllis Hall, and members of her court hosted their Priest Appreciation Day Potluck by attending a special Mass Con-Celebrated by Fr. John Alit and Fr. Tony Ruiz, on June 4th at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Members provided excellent and delicious array of salads, main dishes and dessert. (ed note: There culinary efforts as usual, were outstanding..da). Priests in attendance were: Fr. Alit, Fr. Ruiz, Fr. Bill Kohler, Fr. Issac Flynn and Fr. Charles Knapp. Members were very pleased with their attendance, especially that of Fr. Knapp, who was Ct. 2221's first court

Ct. Queen of Peace No. 2359--Green Valley

Regent, Maureen O'Reilly/O'Shea, and court Officers will be working over the summer to put together programs for 2007-2008. Betty Grogan, Past National Director, Regent, Maureen O'Reilly/O'Shea, Vice Regent Joyce Hubacek, Florence Mills and Catherine attended the presentation of a check to Bishop Gerald Kicanas of $7000,00, for the Vocations to the Priesthood. State Treasurer & Regent, O'Reilly/O'Shea attended the presentation in Nogales of a Scholarship check to Stephanie Rivas, a student at Lourdes School, who will be moving on to a Catholic High School in the fall. At their first meeting after the summer break, they are hoping Deacon Rudy Norgiea, will be their speaker. His topic being the importance of the Rosary and the prayers of the Rosary, in preparation for Rosary Sunday.

Ct. St. Monica No. 1987 - Tucson

Regent Mary Campbell, reports that Ct. St Monica had a luncheon on June 7th, 2007 at the Silver Saddle Steakhouse as their courts breaks for the summer. Mary says that the luncheon was very well attended by court members, guests and enjoyed by those in attendance. Regent Campbell, attended the ordination of Rev. Mark Long at St. Augustine Cathedral on June 2nd and attended his first mass, a mass of Thanksgiving on Sunday, June 3rd. Regent Campbell attended the presentation of the joint presentation of monies to Bishop Gerald Kicanas and Vocation's Director Fr. Miguel Mariano, for the Diocesan Seminarian Fund. A Apache Gold fundraiser is being planned for June.

Ct. Madonna No. 2067 - Sun City

Acting Regent Marie Keating, and the members of her court had a years end celebration at Union Hills Country Club and ended up at her home for dessert and refreshments. The celebration was combined with Priest Appreciation Day and presented Fr. William Waldron, Past State Chaplain Emeritus, with a gift certificate for him to enjoy at his convenience. Acting Regent Keating announces that at their September meeting they will vote on a permanent Regent. Mary Yascowitz a wonderful and talented lady has agreed to run for the office of Regent. Court members are heading for cooler climates and visits with families so summer will be quiet until they resume their activities in September..

EVANGELIZATION ORNAMENTS

Ladies, you had the opportunity to view the beautiful Evangelization Ornaments being offered for sale by National, at our State Convention. Did you order YOUR SET? National is making an offer, Purchase a set of the ornaments, and you will receive a copy of the CDA History Book, (a $40.00 value) FREE. Many Courts are purchasing the ornaments, for fundraising, for raffle's and the ornaments make a great Christmas gift. Call National and submit your Order today.

STATE OFFICERS CONFERENCE

The National State Officers Conference was held in Belleview, IL, at the beautiful Shrine of Our Lady of Snows, July 19th thru July 22nd. Every State Regent is required to attend this conference. State Regent, Delma Araiza, 1st State Vice Regent, Susan Mone and State Chaplain, Fr. Abran Tadeo, attended the conference. (ed. note: The conference was very informational. Really wish that ALL State Board Members could attend).

SHARE

National is asking that ALL Local Courts review and update their membership lists and addresses, because the cost of returning SHARE magazine is escalating due to the increase in postage. It costs $.75 for returned postage and another $.41 for National to correspond with State and Local Regents to determine what the correct address is, or if the name should be removed, because of death, moving, resignations, transfers and forfeiture.

DUES NATIONAL & LOCAL

State and Local Courts, are reminded to submit their National Per-Capita and State Dues as soon as possible, after you receive your billing. Paying the Dues upon receipt, would eliminate National Director's and State Regent's from having to remind courts of their delinquency. Is your Court current? Your co-operation is Appreciated.

Members of Ct. St. Francis of Assisi #2221 - Tucson, Ct. St. Monica #1987 - Tucson, Ct. Queen of Peace #2359 - Green Valley and Ct. St. Augustine #1227 - Tucson, were proud to present Bishop Gerald F. Kicanas and Vocations Director, Fr. Miguel Mariano, from the Diocese of Tucson, a check for $7,000.00 in support of Seminariansand Vocations. Monies for this combined donation came from the Court's Apache Gold Project, Rummage sales, Raffles, Family Bingo's and Card Parties, Bake sales etc.

Amoung the members making the presentation were State Officers Regent, Delma Araiza, StateTreasurer Maureen O'Reilly/O'Shea, State Secretary, Marilyn Witte. Court Regents, Mary Campbell and Phyllis Hall. Past National Director Betty Grogan, District Deputies, Betty Salgado, Delicia Reynolds and Trudi Cisco.

Row 1 — Lillian I [all, Joyce Hubacek, Naomi Figueroa

Row 2 — Catherine Stevenson, Mary Trujillo, Betty Grogan

Row 3 — Delicia Reynolds, Betty Salgado

Row 4 — Bishop Kicanas, Delma Araiza, Fr. Miguel

Row 5 — Alice Cavaletto, Maureen O'Shea, Phyllis Hall

Row 6 —Florence Mills, Trudi Cisco, Mary Campbell

Ct. Our Lady of Lourdes No 2278

Sun City

Besides continuing to do their good works for charity and serving their church community and the community at Large, Regent Ann Valencia and Theresa Malik, court Newsletter Chair, have again brought National recognition to Ct. Our Lady of Lourdes. Congratulations! and Hats off to them!. Their Newsletter was selected as the 1st Place Blue Ribbon winner in their respective category. Competition was extremely tough, but Theresa's talents prevailed over all the other states who submitted entries. I might add, this not the first time that their newsletter has been selected as a winner. WE ARE PROUD OF YOU LADIES.... KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!

WE DID IT AGAIN !

Ladies, thanks to all the Court Regents and their Newsletter editors, for all your impute, to the Arizona State Board Newsletter "Arizona CDA Reflections". It was also the 1st Place Blue Ribbon winner in our category. This is the 4th time we have achieved this award, and I must tell you I am proud of you all. Your courts make our newsletter coverage successful. Without your assistance, I could NOT do the job of editor. So, let's give ouselves a pat on the back, at the same time I would like to encourage ALL courts to start their own newsletter if you don't already have one. I receive newsletters from many courts which are great newsletters, but you did NOT submit your newsletters for the competition. I actually reviewed many of the newsletter winners that were selected Nationally, and I have to tell you that I feel your court newsletters would have placed as winners. Let us Resolve to give all those other states competing a run for the Blue Ribbons.

On the Lite side

Epitaphs on Old Tombstones

In a Thuemont, Maryland cemetry:

Here lies an Attheist, all dressed up and no place to go.

In London, England cemetary:

Here lies Ann Mann, Who lived an old maid but died an

old Mann.

In Uniontown, Pennsylvania cemetary:

Here lies the body of Johnathan Blake. Stepped on the gas

instead of the brake.

Harry Edsel Smith of Albany, New York:

!Born 1903 - Died 1942. Looked up the elevator shaft to

see if the car was on the way down. It was!

The 2007 Ann Dardis Educational Scholarship's were awarded in the Tucson and Phoenix Dioceses' to four young ladies who had completed elementary school at a Catholic School and who will enter a Catholic High School. Monies for the scholarship's were donated by Ann Dardis, a dedicated Catholic Daughter, who was a member of Ct. St. Augustine No. 1227.

Recipients of the $500.00 scholarships were: Stephanie Rivas from Lourdes Catholic School in Nogales; and Angelina Alderete from Saint's Peter and Paul Catholic School in Tucson; In Phoenix, Jennifer Alaniz and Selina Avitia both from St. Catherine's Catholic School, and they will be attending Bourgade Catholic High School.

Selection of recipients was made by the respective school instructors who believe that students exhibit high academic excellence and are

committed to their Catholic faith.

Ct. Padre Kino Presents

Scholarship

Ct Padre Kino No. 1932, Regent Cathy Oplaski, presented a $300.00 Scholarship to Sidney Hawes who will be attending Xavier High School in Phoenix. The scholarship is to recognize the excellent ideals that a Catholic education provides, and is awarded to a student who excels and is deserving.

St. Marks No 312 - WINSLOW

Present Scholarship

Court Regent, Pat Bailon, presented Alicia Flores, a young lady graduating from Catholic Elementary School and who will attend a Catholic High School, a $500.00 Scholarship. Pictured below are Regent Bailon and recipient Alicia Flores. Court members are proud of this occasion, as this is their first scholarship presentation.

Determination of a Catholic Daughter

Martha Vielma, from Ct. St. Monica 1987 -Tucson, has been on dialysis for sometime and is on a waiting list for a new Kidney. On May 4, 2007, she was preparing to leave Tucson to attend our State Convention with fellow court members, when her phone rang .... the hospital informed her they had a kidney, and she was to get to the hospital as soon as possible. Naturally she rushed to the hospital. She informed court members, and the members proceeded to leave for the convention. Well unfortunately, the kidney was NOT a good match. Martha went home, still determined to attend the convention. She called an airport shuttle, and boarded to go to the Phoenix airport, once there, how would she get to Mesa? She got in a cab and proceeded to the Convention site, in time for registration. Is this determination or what? Know what I would have done? Disappointment would have overwhelmed me. I am sure that I would have stayed home and would have had the "Why" question in mind. I applaud Martha's determination. May God Bless her, and may the next call from the hospital be one that will be a match. (Ed: da)

Susan Mone', 1st State Vice Regent

"Hopefully everyone has enjoyed a wonderful and relaxing summer and were able to keep cool enough. My thanks to all of you for your support in many ways to make our convention a success and your vote of confidence in my re-election to your Arizona State Board. I look forward to a great term ahead as we all work to build up the body of Christ through the Catholic Daughters of America." God Bless!

Bernadette Shaw Nabity, 2nd State Vice Regent

"I would like to thank the Delegates to the State Convention in Mesa, who voted to support my second term on the State Board. My report at the State Convention included visits to various courts within the valley and up to Prescott. I look forward to visiting courts at their invitation--or mine--to enjoy some of their court activities. I'm looking forward to the State CDA Retreat in September, hosted by Ct. Our Lady of Guadalupe".

Marilyn Witte, State Secretary

"I wish to thank the members who voted me back in as State Secretary. The last two years have been a real learning experience for me. I think I can get by the next two years, now that I have two years experience and am more aware of all that has to be done. I hope you recovered from our busy convention. I hope you have all received your copies of the Convention Minutes. God Bless You All."

Maureen O'Reilly/O'Shea, State Treasurer

"It has been a privilege to serve as your State Treasurer for the past 2 years, and I look forward to continuing the next two years.

Having an outstanding State Regent and fellow Board Members makes the work so much easier and enjoyable. Thank you all for your continuing support. I hope all your endeavors will be successful and bring satisfaction to each of you. May God Bless You All"

Members of the State Board would like to express our thanks and gratitude to all the Ladies who assisted at Convention Registration from Courts Padre Kino and Our Lady of the Desert. (I am sorry I cannot name you all, as I failed to get the names of those involved ... ed)

SPECIAL THANKS to Cathy Oplaski, Convention Chair and Agnes Miller, Co-Chair, don't know how we can thank you enough!

Our Thanks to Delicia Reynolds, Ct. St Augustine, Tucson Convention Chair for our Raffle, she did a great job.

Thanks to the Ladies who Judged the Scrap Book contest. Pat Bailon - Winslow and Peggy Boelke,- Phoenix, both attending a CDA convention for the first time.

Thanks to Ann Valencia, from Ct. Our Lady of Lourdes and the ladies who assisted her on the Credentials Committee, Thanks to Mari Parra for resuming the Chair for the Election Committee, when Betty Grogan was nominated to run for a position on the Nominating Committee for 2009.

A great job by Katie Wright - Prescott Valley, who was our Nominating Committee Chair and the members of her committee. Malena Peraza, Chair of our Catholic Daughter of the Year Committee. She and her committee had a tough decision to make, and they did it well. CONGRATULATIONS, to Mary Robison - Ct. Padre Kino for her dedication to God, Church, Family, Country and CDA.

Thanks to Mary Robison for keeping us on the right track, as our Parliamentarian.

Thanks to Mary Ann Wanslee, Charlotte Williams - Ct. Our Lady of Guadalupe - Phoenix for assisting Dorthy Westfall with setting up the "Family Rosary" recording.

I am sure, that I have left out the names of many in giving thanks, please know that the members of the State Board are grateful for all the help and assistance afforded us during the convention. You are appreciated... God Bless You All!

A Personal Note, from Myself and my Sister Peggy, we want to thank each and everyone of you for the cards of condolences for the recent death in my family, but more especially God bless you for all the prayers, Mass Cards and call's concerning our mother Lillie's health. We truly appreciate your well wishes ... (ed da)