Court Holy Rosary #1476 Catholic Daughters of the Americas

 Ho! Ho! Ho! From the Regent

As we enter the Advent season we are reminded of the coming celebration of the birth of Jesus, the Son of God.  During this season we have the opportunity to prepare ourselves for this important event.

We can look at Mary as our model for charity during Advent.  Although she was with child, Mary visited her cousin Elizabeth who was also with child.  By this act Mary shared the good news of the coming of Christ.  Similarly, we can perform acts of charity to our brothers and sisters in Christ by visiting the sick and those in the nursing homes, comforting the lonely and the homebound, giving rides to the elderly to CDA meetings and for church services.  Participation in the various Church Ministries is also an important act of charity.   

In these days of a fast-paced materialistic culture let us not forget that Christ is first on Christ-mas.  We pray to our Patroness, the Virgin Mary,  that she may help us discern what the Holy Spirit inspires us to do to share the good news of Christmas. 

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and yours.

Norma N. Locker

Worthy Regent

Local News 

Update on Christmas Party

Deadline for accepting reservations is extended to November 25.  Send checks payable to “Court Holy Rosary # 1476” to Jeanette Rehak, 2624 Allwright St, Rosenberg, TX 77471. Bring your favorite appetizers or desserts.  Come and enjoy some fun with your CDA family.

A Pat on the Back!  Thank you!    Muchas gracias!  Merci beaucoup

To the following who helped in distributing ribbons and getting signatures for the WRAP campaign: Frances Michulka, Flora Pawlak, Ruth Kendziora, Jo Short, Bernice Freudensprung, Pat Haley, Jeanette Rehak, Rose Pederson, Jeannette Hudec, Mary Ann Olive, Pat Schimara, Alma Slawinski, Janie Schumacher, Beverly Waddle, Helen Torres, Sharon Kristynik and Norma Locker.

To those who helped in our

• Leader:  Cathy Bittner
• Readers:  Rose Pederson, Dorothy Pospisil, and Ruth Kendziora
• Offerors:  Pat Schimara, Jeanette Rehak, Beverly Waddle and Norma Locker
• Cantor:  Trichelle Lev

To those who provided the refreshments for the Memorial Service and November Meeting:

• Sandwiches - Amelia Burke, Adele Mensik, & Norma Locker
• Fritos – Virginia Gurecky, GeorgiaMaroul, & Irene Cervenka
• Drinks - Betty Gaas
• Cookies -  Earline Hollas & Joan Rhemann

Thank you ladies for the nourishing food!!!!!!

To Grace Guidry for helping the committee on

(Ed’s note:  Grace’s name was inadvertently omitted as one of the committee members in the November Newsletter.  Sorry, Grace)

Fund Raising for Scholarship

Christmas Bake Sale

When:  December 13 & 14, 2008   (All weekend masses)

Chairs:  Mary Beth Haas and Gloria Zdunkewicz

All members are encouraged to donate cakes, pies, and other pastries.  All proceeds will benefit the scholarship fund.

Second Call for Scholarship for Graduating Seniors

Forms for Scholarship contest may be obtained from Doris Gurecky at Gurecky Manufacturing,

2420 Third St., Rosenberg, TX 77471 (tel no. 281-342-5926).  Deadline for submission is January 31, 2009.

Financial Report on CDA Sunday

Expenses:                                              $ 193.43

Decorations - flower arrangement, roses for honorees, table covers   …… $90.35

Food (Kolaches, Punch, etc.)…………..  $103.08

Mini Jumbo Raffle……………………….$111.50

Total Money spent by the Court: …… $71.93

Engraved Brick Pavers

The Court Members have agreed to support the new Parish Building by buying a 12 x 12 “ brick ($300) which will be placed at the entrance hall.  The CDA Logo will be used with the following inscriptions underneath:                      

             “Court Holy Rosary No. 1476 Instituted on June 6, 1948”

“Everyday is a miracle,  Every moment is grace,  Every heartbeat is a blessing,  and Every breath is from the Lord!  God Bless Everyone”

Standing Rules

The committee distributed a copy of the proposed revisions to the 2004 Standing Rules.  Everyone is encouraged to study the revisions very well and note any items for clarification.  This will expedite our discussions in the January meeting.

A Polish Joke (with apologies to any Polish Reader)

A Polish man moved to the USA and married an American girl. Although his English was far from perfect, they got along very well until one day he rushed into a lawyer's office and asked him if he could arrange a divorce.

Have you any grounds?  Yes, an acre and a half, a nice little home.

No, I mean what is the foundation of this case?  It is made of concrete.

I don't think you understand. Does either of you have a grudge?  No, we have a carport, and not need one.

I mean, what are your relations like?  All my relations still in Poland.

Is there any infidelity in your marriage?  We have hi-fidelity stereo and good DVD player.

Does your wife beat you up? No, I always up before her.

Why do you want this divorce?  She is going to kill me.

What makes you think that?  I got proof.
What kind of proof? She is going to poison me. She bought a bottle at a drugstore and put it on shelf in bathroom. I can read, and it says 'Polish Remover'.

(Ed’s Note:  Jokes are included in this issue to lighten the reader’s spirit during this hectic and tumultuous Christmas season.)

Fiesta Fund Raiser

At the November Meeting, a Fiesta Dinner Fundraising was decided to be held on February 17, 2009.  Details will be discussed in the January meeting.

State Convention in McAllen, Texas

It is not too early to be thinking of attending the State Convention in April, 2009.  Officially, we are allowed 10 delegates (including Regent) and 20 alternates based on a membership of 219.  Father Bill is encouraging members to attend this convention.  A monetary donation was approved by the members as a gift for the convention raffle which was sent to Peggy Rosales, State Secretary.

A Tired Dog

An older, tired-looking dog wandered into my yard; I could tell from his collar and well-fed belly that he had a home and was well taken care of.

He calmly came over to me, I gave him a few pats on his head; he then followed me into my house, slowly walked down the hall, curled up in the corner and fell asleep.

An hour later, he went to the door, and I let him out.

The next day he was back, greeted me in my yard, walked inside and resumed his spot in the hall and again slept for about an hour. This continued off and on for several weeks.

Curious I pinned a note to his collar: 'I would like to find out who the owner of this wonderful sweet dog is and ask if you are aware that almost every afternoon your dog comes to my house for a nap.'

The next day he arrived for his nap, with a different note pinned to his collar: 'He lives in a home with 6 children, 2 under the age of 3 - he's trying to catch up on his sleep. Can I come with him tomorrow?'

Member News

December Birthdays:

Merry Christmas and a Joyous New Year

Next Meeting

Tuesday, January 6, 2009

Marian Hall

6:30 pm  Refreshments

7:15 pm  Meeting

Rosaries

3rd Saturday, 7:00 am

December - Joyce Bartos

Combined Memorial Mass for Deceased Members for Knights of Columbus, District 1, Fourth Degree and Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Galveston-Houston Archdiocese, November 15, 2008, St Helen Catholic Church, Pearland, TX

Carolyn Bachman, TX State Regent with Local Court Officers and members Rose Pederson and Helen Torres.

Libby Ramirez, National Regent with members who attended the Memorial Mass.

Court Holy Rosary #1476 Officers who attended the Memorial Mass: Norma Locker, Regent; Beverly Waddle, Vice Regent; Jeanette Rehak, Recording Secretary; and Pat Schimara, Treasurer. 

 L-R Gil Tristan, State Education Chairman; Eunice Perusic, Past State Regent, and guest.

Norma Locker, Regent of Court Holy Rosary #1476 and Ginger Shea, National Projects State Chairman and Regent of Court St. Helen, #2330.  Ginger Shea coordinated this celebration.

L-r  Ducess Collins, National Director; Libby Ramirez, National Regent; Jim Collins, KC Treasurer; Rev Rodolfo Cal-Ortiz; Ginger Shea, Regent, Ct St Helen #2330; and Msgr George Sheltz.

Libby Ramirez, National Regent delivered a short speech to remember the deceased members.

"I am the Resurrection and the Life" glass window at the foyer of St. Helen's Church.

 St Helen's dedication marker.

80th Anniversary of Court St. Bernadette #1108, East Bernard, TX, November 15, 2008.

Terri Vacek, Master of Ceremonies and Past Court Regent of St. Bernadette No. 1108.  She is also the State Public Relations/Scrapbook Chairman.

Terri Beltran, State JCDA Chairperson

Carolyn Rapsilver, District Deputy of District No.28 accepted the new members to the Court.

Duchess Collins, National Director gave some inspirational talk

Carolyn Bachman, State Regent is giving Henriette Jalowy, Regent of Court St Bernadette a congratulatory certificate on the occasion of the Courts' 80th anniversary.

Alma Slawinski, District Deputy #10 and member of Court Holy Rosary #1476; and Adella Segura, Regent of Court Sister Mary Walter #2401.

Libby Ramirez, National Director delivered some "Challenges in the Future" for CDA.

Father Donald Rupert, Chaplain of Court St. Bernadette and State Chaplain & National Clergy Consultant delivered some CDA History and humorous jokes at the celebration.

Court Holy Rosary #1476 members with H. Jalowy: L-R  Pat Schimara, Treasurer; Norma Locker, Regent; Henriette Jalowy, Regent, Court St. Bernadette #1108; and Alma Slawinski, District Deputy #10.