Ladies Guild Coordinator: Sue Gruebnau, President
Phone:
E-mail: ladiesguild@stpatrickmchenry.org
Goals and Purpose: Promotes the spiritual and social enrichment of the women of the parish. We serve the Lord by participating in many charitable activities and fundraisers to benefit St. Patrick Church, our community, our diocese and beyond.
Responsibilities: Many volunteer committees within the Ladies Guild that serve St. Patrick Church. These include: Library, Sunshine Birthday and Get Well, Woman of Inspiration Campaign, Honor Guard, Prayer Chain, Spirituality, Bunko, Membership, Program, Friendship Tea, Bake Sale, Member Meetings and Parish Hospitality, Caring Friends, Operation Rice Bowl, PADS lunch making, School Supply Drive and Two by Two. The committees are headed by a chairperson, who is responsible for running the committee and recruiting volunteers.
Helpful Attributes: All women 18+ and older are welcome to join the Ladies Guild
Time Commitment: Varies, dependent on Board position and committee
Training Required: Varies, dependent on Board position and committee
Meeting Schedule: Four general meetings a year that include Mass followed by refreshments. Christmas and June Luncheon held at local restaurants, preceded by Mass. Other events include trips to shrines, plays, Bunko parties, Wine Tasting Party, Spiritual evenings with guest speaker and Friendship Tea