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 web site opens with an .mas file extension. Some browsers and operating systems do not recognize this. If you have difficulty opening the web site, this may be why. I am able to open the web site using AOL's browser. If you would like to contact the PA State Regent, you can send Laraine McGinnis an Email.
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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 at 7:00 PM, with a social following the meeting.
If you are interested and would like to learn more, come in and be welcome ... join us at any of our scheduled meetings!
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September 14, 2009 October 12, 2009 November 9, 2009 December 14, 2009 No Meeting in January No Meeting in February March 8, 2010 April 12, 2010 |
May 10, 2010 June 14, 2010 July 12, 2010 August 9, 2010 September 13, 2010 October 11, 2010 November 8, 2010 December 13, 2010 |
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Dates to Remember
Past Devotions / Contributions / Events
August 22, 2009: Institution of Prince Gallitzin Court #2625, at Saint Rose of Lima during the 5:30 PM Mass, with dinner following; hosted by our Mother Court, Our Lady of the Alleghenies, Court #1755
October 17, 2009: C.R.O.S.S. Program, Saint Rose of Lima, 1:30 PM until 4:30 PM
October 31, 2009: C.R.O.S.S. Program, Saint Mary's - Altoona, 1:30 PM until 4:30 PM
November 28-29, 2009: Bake Sale after each Mass, Saint Therese the Child of Jesus
November 11, 2009: Altoona Junior High School, Donation to the Life Skills Group
December 11, 2009: Christmas Party at King's Family Restaurant, 5:30 PM until 8:00 PM
December 12, 2009: C.R.O.S.S. Program, Saint Mary's - Altoona, 1:30 PM until 4:30 PM
December 14, 2009: Donation to Saint Vincent DePaul Soup Kitchen
January 3, 2010: 12:00 Noon Mass, followed by a tour of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, 1:30 PM until 3:00 PM, with a social afterward
January 16, 2010: Protecting God's Children; Saint Rose of Lima, 9:00 AM until 12:00 Noon
February 7, 2010: the Catholic Daughters assisted with the Super Bowl party held at Saint Rose of Lima.
February 14, 2010: the Catholic Daughters District Deputies workshop was held at Saint Rose of Lima. Diane Hite and Judy Wood attended the meeting and served the luncheon.
Upcoming Devotions / Contributions / Events
Date To Be Announced: Donation to SOAR (Support Our Aging Religious) on behalf of our Chaplin, Father Timothy Grimme
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Newsletters
January 2010 Volume 1 ~ Issue 1
February 2010 Volume 1 ~ Issue 2
Catholic Daughters of the Americas, please submit any articles you have for the October Newsletter, by October 16, 2010.
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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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