St. Patrick Women's Guild
History of Our Guild
The Guild was organized on October 10, 1976, by a nucleus of former members of St. Katherine's Auxiliary. Since its humble beginning 39 years ago, the organization has sponsored, supported and actively participated in parish and community events. Some of the annual events include the Seder Meal, Vacation Bible School, a Senior Citizens' Brunch, and the annual Woman's Guild Fundraising Tea. Members of the Guild serve as Lectors, Eucharistic Ministers, and all are members of all church committees and commissions. The Guild is an affiliate of the National Council of Catholic Women (NCCW), the South Carolina Council of Catholic Women (SCCCW); and the Charleston Deanery Council of Catholic Women. Guild members serve as leaders on all levels of Council. For additional information about the Women's Guild, please contact President Angelica Colwell at acolwell@nexsenpruet.com.
2024 Guild Officers and Commission Co-Chairs
President-Angelica Colwell
Vice-President-Bernice Nesmith
Secretary-Marcella Holmes
Financial Secretary-Stephanie Walker
Treasurer-Allison Stoney
Spirituality
Church-Beverly Buford/Marcella Holmes
Legislative-Norma Davis/Patricia Mack
Church:
The aim of the Church Commission is to create a community that is educated and dynamic. Catholic women called to discipleship and holiness respond with personal witness and service to the Church and to the world. The commission reinforces faith and assists in meaningful ecumenical dialogue. It offers means to enhance public and private prayer, promotes sound liturgical practice that is sensitive to the cultural diversity of the church, and provides resources for spiritual nourishment and development of the faith community.
Legislation:
The Legislation Commission encourages legislative advocacy among all members. Guided by Catholic Social Teaching, it assists women in understanding the legislative process, provides the skill to analyze current and proposed laws, and promotes activities that will bring about greater social and economic justice in our society at the local, state and national level.
Service
Family Commission-Deborah Joseph/Daisey Ferrette
Community Commission-Francena Rogers/Veronica McDaniel
International Commission-Arnell Grant/Wilhelmina Holmes-Jones
Family Commission:
The aim of the Family Commission is to support and enhance the importance of family life within the church and society. The commission works to assist families in achieving a truly Christian life, and to carry out its responsibilities within the Church, the civic community, and the world.
Community Commission:
The Community Commission engages the members and all people in working to address the needs and concerns of their individual communities. It is focused on action that affects the life, growth, productivity and well being of all people, especially women and children and the communities in which they live.
International Commission:
The International Commission promotes responsibility for the world community through the conviction that our wealth and resources must be shared with all peoples. In response to this call for global solidarity, the commission creates awareness and educates to the needs of women and children throughout the world. The commission encourages members to generously support the Works of Peace amd Works of Reconciliation programs implemented in partnership with Catholic Relief Services.
Leadership
Organization - Elease Amos-Goodwin/Kimberly Jones-White
Organization:
The Organization Commission provides organizational development, opportunities for leadership training, public relations resources, and publications to assure the successful organization and management of Council and its programs. It serves to strengthen the leadership team at every ring of council.
