Columbiettes Auxiliary

St. Damien of Molokai Council 2600

Monongahela, Pennsylvania
Established March 15, 2003
NEWSLETTER

DECEMBER, 2016/ JANUARY, 2017

Presidents Corner:

SISTER COLUMBIETTES!
DECEMBER BIRTHDAYS:
Janice Trumpie Dec 4
Helena Glaneman Dec 5
Cora Apessos Dec 16
JANUARY BIRTHDAYS:
Elaine Dzimiera Jan 22
Mary Rothbauer Jan 31
FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS:
Sandy Geary Feb 5
Freda Rutherford Feb 16
You are an alleluia, a special, unique,
unrepeatable human being.
There has never been anyone like you
and never will be.
You are the joy of God's creation.

Dear Sister Columbiettes,

Its hard to believe that Christmas has come and gone. I
hope and pray everyone had a wonderful Christmas with family and
friends. Where did 2016 go??
I pray everyone has a blessed, happy and healthy New Year
and our organization prospers and grows with new ideas and new
members. Once again, you ladies did an amazing job in 2016 and I
know we will continue to do great things in the coming year.
I hope to see you at the 11:00 a.m. Mass on the 15th of this
month and that you can make it to our Christmas luncheon and party
to follow at Angelos II, 111 Third St, Monongahela. Be sure to bring
a wrapped gift for a gift exchange game and bring your 2017 dues.
God Bless,
Monica
REMINDER: Your 2017 Dues of $10.00 should be paid NOW.
Please bring cash or a check payable to: COLUMBIETTES
Auxiliary 2600 to our January meeting or mail your check to:
Ruth Blair, Financial Secretary, PO Box 322, New Eagle PA 15067.
THANK YOU!!!
To Start A New Year. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Anonymous
"A new year is unfoldinglike a blossom with petals curled tightly
concealing the beauty within.
Lord, let this year be filled with the things that are truly goodwith the
comfort of warmth in our relationships, with the strength to help those who
need our help and the humility and openness to accept help from others.
As we make our resolutions for the year ahead, let us go forward with great

Calendar of Events:
Our First Meeting of 2017
SUNDAY, January 15th
Mass 11:00 a.m.
Meeting/Party right after Mass at
Angelos II Monongahela PA

WEAR YOUR BLACK & GOLD!

MEET IN THE CHURCH PARKING LOT
AFTER MASS IF YOU WANT TO CARPOOL

Bring a $5 Gift for a Gift Exchange Game

The 44th Annual March for Life will be

held on Friday January 27, 2017 in
Washington, D.C. Every child deserves
to be born; every child deserves to
have a voice. Will you be the voice for
these most vulnerable children?
Please pray for an end to abortion.

Upcoming Meetings
Sunday, February 19th
Meeting right after the 11 a.m. Mass
at the Parish Center
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS
TO BRING SOME
REFRESHMENTS FOR
THE FEBRUARY SOCIAL

hope that all things can be possiblewith Your help and guidance."

DISCOVERING CHRIST
An exciting new ministry is coming to the Mid Mon
Valley! Beginning this January, the Parishes of the Mid Mon
Valley: Mary, Mother of the Church; Our Lady of the Valley; and
St. Damien of Molokai will be offering the Discovering Christ
course.
Discovering Christ is a seven week series for people who are
searching, seeking, or desiring to deepen their faith and
relationship with Jesus. Each week, participants gather for a meal,
a dynamic teaching, and small group reflection and sharing.
Because Discovering Christ is for everyone and there is no
religious affiliation required, please invite your friends,
neighbors, coworkers, etc.
The course begins January 31st and is offered at no charge to
participants. Registration can be completed online at
https://goo.gl/AudpzE, by completing a registration form in the
back of the church, or by contacting the parish office at
724-258-7742.
If you have information to share about you/your family, parish
family or upcoming events, please contact Monica Brooks,
Secretary. Phone: 724-258-2918 or 412-997-1162
E-mail: brooks092@verizon.net.
Please pray for Barb Franzs son Bill.
Thank you!