Mission Statement
Taken from the Catholic Daughters of the Americas: The purposes of the organization are to participate in the religious, charitable and educational Apostolates of the Church. Catholic Daughters of the Americas engages in creative and spiritual programs which provide its members with the opportunity to develop their God-given talents in meaningful ways that positively influence the welfare of the Church and all people throughout the world.
Catholic Daughters of the Americas strives to embrace the principal of faith through love in the promotion of justice, equality and the advancement of human rights and human dignity for all.
Our Patroness
Mary, Mother of God
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Hail Mary, full of grace The Lord is with you Blessed are you, amoung women And blessed is the fruit of your womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God Pray for us sinners, Now and at the hour of our death, Amen. |
"In dangers, in doubts, in difficulties, think of Mary, call upon Mary.
Let not her name depart from your lips, never suffer it to leave your heart.
And to more surely obtain the assistance of her prayer,
neglect not to walk in her footsteps!"
St. Bernard of Clairvaux
Motto
The Catholic Daughters of the Americas motto is "Charity and Unity."
Founded over 100 years ago, in 1903 by the Knights of Columbus, Catholic Daughters of the Americas is one of the oldest and largest Catholic organizations for women today.
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About Catholic Daughters of the Americas (CDA)
Catholic Daughters of the Americas provides its members with updated programs to serve the current needs of church and country.
The programs cover a vast scope of activities beginning at the parish level and expanding into all concerns of today's church and society.
Regular meetings of the local courts are held once a month, with a minimum of 10 meetings a year.
We encourage all Catholic women 18 years and older to join the Catholic Daughters of the Americas to share their responsibility.
On the National Level, if you have an interest in forming a Court and/or obtaining more information, visit Catholic Daughters of the Americas Who / Why / What page.
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Contact National CDA
Catholic Daughters of the Americas Home Page
Catholic Daughters of the Americas National Office
10 West 71st Street
New York, NY 10023
212-877-3041
E-mail: CDofANatl@aol.com
National Executive Director
Peggy O'Brien 212-877-3041
E-mail: CDofANatl@aol.com
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Home Court
Prince Gallitzin Court #2625
The institution of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Prince Gallitzin Court #2625, took place at Saint Rose of Lima Parish, at the 5:30 PM Mass, on Saturday, August 22, 2009, on the day of the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Catholic Daughters of the Americas Patroness.
The Lord God called and Abraham answered: 'Here I am!' Genesis 22:1
Seated: Nancy Collins, Treasurer; Dianne Hite, Vice Regent; Judy Wood, Regent; Father Timothy Grimme, Chaplin; Jennifer Brezler, Financial Secretary; Marian Airhart, Secretary
Center: Darlene Crum, Julia Scarfone; Sally Lockard; Victoria Montanaro; Beth Sanders; Diana Macharola; Regina Friedenberger; Jenn Hofer; Annette Ajay
Back: Karen Castagnola; Mary Kowalski; Jennifer Crum; Theresa DeAngelis; Donna Daley; Patricia Fromknecht; Mary Stoy
Absent: E. Rae Kapfhammer
We welcome any ladies, ages 18 and over, interested in furthering their spiritual and social life in our community to come and join us on the second Monday of the month. Please, refer to the Meeting Dates and Times or Contact Us sections for more information.
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State Court
Our State Court's Website has been redesigned and has a new address! Please, stop by and visit and be sure to check out the Calendar and Photo Gallery sections!
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Mother Court
Our Lady of the Alleghenies Court #1755
In 2007 Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Our Lady of the Alleghenies Court #1755 celebrated its 50th anniversary at Saint Catherine of Siena Parish, Duncansville, with a Mass celebrated by Father John Slovikovski, pastor, assisted by Deacon Dan O’Dowd. Concelebrants were Monsignor Roy F. Kline and Father Anthony J. Legarski. From the Catholic Register
We are grateful to have such experience guide us along our journey, as we serve the people of God, near and far. Thank you, Our Lady of the Alleghenies Court #1755, for making the time and having the endless energy in guiding us along our journey.
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Our Patron ~ Servant of God ~ Prince Demetrius Gallitzin
"Apostle of the Alleghenies"
Prince Gallitzin was born December 22, 1770 at The Hague and died in Loretto, Pennsylvania on May 6, 1840. His life is one of service to God and His people. It is written that Prince Gallitzin was the first priest to receive all of his orders in preparation for the priesthood in the United States. Today, the Altoona-Johnstown Diocese has taken steps toward the Canonization of Prince Gallitzin.
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Circle of Love
The Circle of Love is a National Program, focusing on: Leadership; Spiritual Enhancement; Quality of Life; Youth/JCDA (Junior Catholic Daughters of the Americas); Education; Legislation; and Charitable Projects.
Our Local Court's Circle of Love is just beginning and already, we have contributed our time to children and have made contributions to children in our community with special needs, made contributions to those less fortunate, and have toured our Local Cathedral, the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament. To learn more about our various activites, please read our Newsletters.
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Altoona Parishes
Our group of 22 active members are from all over the Altoona area, including: The Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, Holy Rosary, Our Lady of Fatima, Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Saint Therese the Child of Jesus, Saint Mary's - Altoona, and Saint Rose of Lima.
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Meeting Schedule
Membership Meetings are held the second Monday of the month, in the Saint Rose of Lima Social Hall, 5519 Sixth Avenue, Altoona, PA, beginning with a social at 6:30 PM, with the meeting beginning at 7:00 PM.
If you are interested and would like to learn more, come in and be welcome ... join us at any of our scheduled meetings!
| No Meeting in January No Meeting in February March 12, 2012 April 9, 2012 May 14, 2012 June 11, 2012 |
July 9, 2012 August 13, 2012 September 10, 2012 October 8, 2012 November 12, 2012 December 10, 2012 |
Newsletters
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January 2010 Volume 1 ~ Issue 1
February 2010 Volume 1 ~ Issue 2
October 2010 Volume 1 ~ Issue 5
January 2011 Volume 2 ~ Issue 1
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Cash Card Rebate Program
♥ May 2, 2010, after a few planning and preparation months, our Court placed its first Cash Card Rebate Program order!
♥ At our monthly meeting, you can purchase cash (gift) cards for the items we stock: Giant Eagle ($25 or $100), Martin’s Food/Pharmacy ($25 or $100), Weis Markets ($25 or $100), Sheetz ($25), King’s ($10), Hoss’s/Marzoni’s ($10 or $25), The Dream ($10), Lands’ End (redeemable at Sears, Kmart, and landsend. com $25), Rite Aid ($25), and Walmart ($25.)
♥ You can also submit a paid Order Form order, for items we do not stock, twice a month. Please see the Order Form (linked below) for our ordering schedule.
♥ Many patrons regularly use Lands' End Gift Cards at Kmart and Sears to purchase appliances, bedding, clothing, shoes, cosmetics, tools, electronics, games, toys, prescriptions, toiletries … Kmart also sells gift cards such as: TGI Friday's, Outback, Olive Garden, Red Lobster, Chili's, Applebee's, Cracker Barrel, iTunes, Barnes and Noble, Phone Cards, the Marriott ... and many more ... all with the great rebate of 16%! That’s a $16.00 rebate for every $100.00 purchase! However, you cannot purchase Visa/MC/ American Express gift cards at Kmart with a gift card.
It's easy ... It's profitable ... It's doable!
♥ We only accept checks or money orders made payable to: CDA #2625 Cash Cards, from patrons who have a completed Participation Agreement on file. Cash is not accepted.
♥ If this is your first time purchasing, please remember to include your completed Participation Agreement (form below). This Program can benefit these Catholic Daughters of the Americas Courts: Prince Gallitzin #2625; Our Lady of the Alleghenies #1755; Joan of Arc #716; Seven Dolars #2645; and, the PA State Court!
♥ If your Court isn't listed above and they would like to be added to our list of beneficiaries or if your Court would like to learn how operate its own Program, let us know. We'd be happy add your Court or show you how your Court can do it themselves!
♥ Visit Great Lakes Scrip Center for current participating retailers, current values, rebates, bonus rebates, and guidelines.
Cash Card Rebate Program Forms
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Effective Beginning January 1, 2012: 2012 Participation Agreement
Updated January 3, 2012: Cash Card Rebate Program Order Form
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Join Prince Gallitzin Court #2625
Contact Us Locally
If you are interested in joining Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Prince Gallitzin Court #2625, or have any questions, please contact:
Judy Wood, Regent
5239 Colclesser Avenue
Altoona PA 16601
814-942-8666
judy@cda2625.com
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns regarding this Web Site or a Newsletter, please contact either Judy Wood, above or:
Pattie Fromknecht, Web Designer / Editor
203 31st Street
Altoona PA 16602
814-949-9130
pattie@cda2625.com
Thank you for visiting!
In Peace and Unity With Christ and One Another ...
We Bid You a Great Day!
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