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NCCW Annual Convention, September 25-28 2013, at the Marriot Harbor Beach Resort & Spa in Ft. Lauderdale, FL.
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Register before June 30th and be entered into a raffle for a fantastic prize.
WUCWO North American Regional Meeting, September 29-30 following the NCCW Annual Convention. Click here for information and registration materials.
Call for Volunteers
NCCW President Rebecca Woodhull has issued her call for volunteers for the 2013-2015 term. All members are invited to submit their names for consideration. There is a minimum of 42 At Large positions available for NCCW members. The Application Form is due by mail or email July 30, 2013, to the NCCW Office at 200 N Glebe Rd., Suite 725, Arlington, VA22203 (or via email to nccw01@nccw.org). See program descriptions to help determine your interest areas.
NCCW Elections
The Nominating Committee is pleased to present the following slate of candidates for the 2013 NCCW election. The election will take place between July 24th and August 23rd. All individual and supporting members and affiliate presidents on record as of July 1st and in good standing will receive a login and a unique password for voting. This information will be sent via email immediately prior to the opening of the election. Members who wish to vote via paper ballot will need to contact NCCW's voting call line. This number will be available in July. Click on each candidate's name for their bio and/or statement.
Click here for the Election Guidelines.
| President-Elect: | Nominating Committee: |
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| Karen Hurley | Diane Andraska | Suzanne Erpenbach |
| Secretary: | Helene Beauregard | Mary Rausch |
| Carolyn Morrison | Jacqueline Brandon | Teresa Sarzynski |
| Anne Wharton | Sue Bregel | Joan Weber |
Join a broader Call to Prayer and receive short, new resources each week!
The bishops issued the Call to Prayer at the end of last year, inviting Catholics to pray for rebuilding a culture favorable to life and marriage and for increased protections of religious liberty. It continues through Christ the King Sunday (November 24).
There are several ways you can participate, some of which are praying a daily rosary, participating in the upcoming Fortnight for Freedom (June 21 - July 4), and signing the pledge to fast and abstain from meat on Fridays.
Your prayer and action is continually needed as we work to transform our culture.
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NCCW Prayer for Pope Francis
Anne Wharton--Province Director, Louisville^^ click the link for the full text of the prayer for our new Holy Father
NCCW Prayers for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI and the Papal Conclave
Patty Johnson-- Immediate Past President
^^ click the link for the full text of the prayer for the Papal Conclave
Rebecca Woodhull- President
^^ click the link for the full text of the prayer
Patty Johnson-- Immediate Past President
^^ click the link for the full text of the prayer
Pat Hall- Province Director, Galveston-Houston
^^ click the link for the full text of the prayer
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Spiritual Reflections and Monthly Reflections on Mary by NCCW Spiritual Advisors
June Spiritual by Msgr. Xavier Mankel, Knoxville DCCW Spiritual Advisor
As early as the 1830s the troubles about slavery, secession, and civil liberties began. Indeed the American Civil War was called the “present troubles” by some who viewed the war as more than just political furor. More...
May Reflection by Most Reverend James V. Johnston, Jr., Bishop of Springfield-Cape Girardeau, NCCW Episcopal Liaison
Mary’s maternal role in the life of each Christian is to assist us in finding and following her Son so that we may arrive at heaven when our lives come to an end. She does this by interceding for us, giving us confidence through her love and example, and by being proactive in our lives in other ways we do not realize. More...
April Reflection by Fr. Miguel Gonzalez, DCCW Spiritual Advisor, Diocese of Orlando, FL
Filled with the gift of Easter joy, the Church celebrates the fulfillment of a promise God made long ago to Abraham and His children forever. Our Blessed Mother was chosen by God to be the first one among us to see, hear, and touch, the Word made flesh. More...
The Voice - NCCW Policy and Advocacy
NCCW Position Papers and Issue Briefs
Global Poverty
Reducing Poverty in America
Reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act
Human Life & Dignity
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Opportunities to Support NCCW!
Join the NCCW Legacy Circle and the 100th Birthday Club today
Join the NCCW Legacy Circle and the 100th Birthday Club today
Supporting NCCW financially is a demonstration of support and commitment and we appreciate all of the members who have contributed over the years. The Legacy Circle represents an opportunity to provide sustained support to NCCW over a decade. With a pledge of $10,000 over 10 years and an annual contribution of at least $1,000, a member can contribute significantly to the mission of NCCW. Click here for the Legacy Circle Pledge Form.
In addition, in honor of NCCW’s upcoming 100th birthday in 2020, members who contribute $1,000 from now through 2020, will become members of the 100th Birthday Club. [Those joining the Club in 2013 will need to complete their total $1,000 pledge by 2020.] Later they will also receive pins designating these special giving levels. Click here for the 100th Birthday Club Pledge Form.
You can contribute to either the Legacy Circle or the 100th Birthday Club online! You can also send a check to the NCCW office with your pledge form.
In addition, bequests to NCCW represent another important component of our overall planned giving efforts. In the past, NCCW benefited directly from substantial bequests. However, in recent years, this giving opportunity has not received as much emphasis. We want to encourage members to consider recognizing NCCW in their wills. If you have already identified NCCW in your will, please let us know so we can thank you and acknowledge this important contribution. If you have not yet recognized NCCW, we encourage you to consider naming NCCW in your will.
Giving clearly demonstrates your faith and your commitment to NCCW and will ensure that NCCW continues to thrive today and in the future. Click here to read the Planned Giving brochure.
View the 2012 NCCW Resolutions here.
NCCW and Cross Catholic Outreach’s Women Helping Women Campaign
NCCW and Cross Catholic Outreach’s Women Helping Women Campaign
NCCW is excited to announce a new partnership with Cross Catholic Outreach. NCCW invites all individual and affiliate members to join in the “Women Helping Women Campaign.” This new series of programs directly address NCCW’s Campaign for Human Dignity and puts into action the resolutions recently passed during the 2010 Annual Convention. Members now have a new opportunity to end human trafficking, build homes and provide maternity care for the desperately poor in Vietnam, Ethiopia and Kenya. Click here for more information.
Catholic Relief Services and NCCW Partner Together
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NCCW continues to work with CRS to support the Works of Peace and Reconciliation. Click here to go to CRS website.
Catholic Relief Services and NCCW Partner Together
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NCCW continues to work with CRS to support the Works of Peace and Reconciliation. Click here to go to CRS website.
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