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The Catholic Daughters National Board
Front row, left to right, National Director Peggy Guckin, Second Vice National Regent Nancy Bambenek, National Regent-Elect Essie Walker, National Regent Susan Moné, First Vice National Regent Connie Dronette and National Secretary-Treasurer Brenda Anderson. Back row, left to right, National Directors Karin Dudash, Rita Carlson, Rosie Stockwell, Mary Ann Kizer, Yvette Griego, Brenda West, Barb Wiechmann and Susan Killian.Support the Catholic Daughters
Click Here to Donate Directly to the Catholic Daughters
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How to set up a Paypal or Venmo AccountClick here for "step by step" explanation of procedure
Divine Mercy Chaplet on Facebook
The Divine Mercy Chaplet is prayed every weekday on the CDA Facebook Page.
Click here for a Video Invitation from Second Vice National Regent Connie DronetteRegister for National Regent's Pilgrimage to Greece and Turkey
There are still a few slots left!
Click here for flyer with all detailsThis Pilgrimage is by L.P. Pilgrimages. Here is a link to their website.
EWTN Interview of Susan Monè and Essie Walker at March for Life
For Facebook Users: Here is a link to video interview on EWTN
More to By-Laws Than Meets the Eye!
If you're not on Facebook, click here for video.CDA Bylaws play an important role in your Catholic Daughter Experience. National Secretary-Treasurer and National Bylaws Chairman Brenda Anderson explains the role of bylaws and what they mean to you: Click here for Brenda's explanation.
2024 By-Laws Available for Purchase in CDA Store
Click on image below to purchase.
Recent Resolutions
Resolutions from the National Board meeting in February and the Biennial National Convention in August 2024 are available. Click here to view.
Reminder: Medallions on Sale in CDA StoreLocal and state medallions are available for purchase. Click on photo below to buy. (The Silver with purple ribbon is the State Court set and the Bronze with blue ribbon is the Local Court set.)
Insurance Certificate Request Form Available -- (To be filled out by Regent)
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Updates and Reminders
Let Us Keep the Holy Father In Our Prayers
We learned the sad news that Pope Francis passed away. A message from our National Regent Susan Monè:
"It is with deep sadness that we learned this morning of the passing of Pope Francis at 7:35 am in Rome. He shepherded his flock to the very end as he came to the window yesterday and his final Easter message ("Urbi et Orbi") to the world was given.
Then Pope Francis was driven around the Vatican to wave and greet the people. He will continue to be remembered as we walk this Jubilee Year as Pilgrims of Hope. Let us all keep the Holy Father in our prayers, let his memory remain close to our hearts, and pray for a smooth and holy transition to our next Pope. "
Pope Francis' Final Hours and Gratitude for Returning to the Square
Below is a link to a story about the Pope's final hours from a trusted source -- the Vatican.Link to story on Vatican Website
"Fun D" Winners!
March 17, 2025 -March 21, 2025 Could you be the $100 St. Patrick's Day winner? Click here to find out!
Membership Drive Contest In In Gear
“CDA Membership in Action!”Members are the lifeblood of our organization. We need them and we need you to recruit them.
National Membership Chairman and National Regent-Elect Essie Walker explains: “Now is the perfect time for all members to come together in support of increasing membership within your local court. Remember, every local court member is a member of the Membership Team.”
You can expand your court AND win prize money. Click on the icon below for the full-size flyer with all the details.
Contest Winning Tips
Try placing an ad in your Parish Bulletin! Click here for suggestions.
For help "re-recruiting" and an inspirational membership prayer:
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National Regent & National Chaplain SHARE and National Quarterly
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National Chaplain Father Erick Villa
In this Year of Mission of the National Eucharistic Revival, I rally all members of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas to be at the forefront of this initiative of our US Catholic Bishops - to be united once again around the source and summit of our faith in the celebration of the Holy Eucharist. As one, we reaffirm that through the Holy Eucharist, God desires to heal, renew, and unify the Church and the world.
Providentially, our National Regent’s chosen theme for her term: “Be a Beacon of Hope, a Light in the Darkness”, calls to mind our shared responsibility to carry on CDA’s unique gift to the mission of the Church - to bring the Light of Christ - in many ways we are able, starting with our own homes, the church communities we are part of, the workplaces, and even to the peripheries where encounter with Jesus is made possible through our collaboration.
With the new term under Susan’s leadership of our National Board, and together with the support of the State Boards and the local Courts across the United States, we serve as beacons of hope, particularly as we welcome next year as the Jubilee of Hope called for by Pope Francis himself.
I feel so BLESSED to be part of CDA in this capacity as National Chaplain to continue sharing the light of Christ, and I find hope even in the darkness we experience in the world today. I am confident that as one CDA in the US - with our gaze on Jesus as we pronounce our battle cry: “Unity and Charity”! - we will continue to inspire each other to not only excel in leadership, but as importantly, in our service.
Rooted in love of Jesus in the Holy Eucharist, let us then unite with one another. Let us inspire more women, especially our junior members (in JCDA) to find their hearts ablaze with Jesus who offered His very life to love and serve the Church. May they, through our witnessing, take on active roles in making impactful steps that will pave the way for the bright future of CDA.
We are always stronger together!
In Unity and Charity,
Father Erick
(click here to read Father Villa's biography)NATIONAL REGENT MESSAGE
National Regent Susan Monè
Oh, how time has flown by! It seems just yesterday when I became a Catholic Daughter almost 48 years ago and now, I look forward to serving you as your National Regent.
There is much to anticipate and a great deal to do in the two years ahead. The term of the new National Board formally begins September 17th, but we have been assiduously preparing since we were installed at the 60th Biennial Convention a month ago.Last week the National Officers met at Headquarters for 4 days to discuss how to productively serve the membership, and the National Board will gather the week of September 23 in Mesa, Arizona, for meetings at which assignments will be given for your state supervisors and the new committee chairmen.
We will complete the week on September 28th with the Mass of Thanksgiving.
As we begin our new chapter, I wish to express my appreciation to Immediate Past National Regent Emily Guilherme. Emily and I worked so well together, and I am grateful that she kept me close by her side throughout and offered sound guidance that has helped me prepare for my responsibilities as National Regent. She did a wonderful job, and I am grateful.
I am also grateful that Father Erick Villa from California has accepted my invitation to be our National Chaplain! Father Erick has joined us at many CDA events and has served as Local and State Chaplain and he knows the Catholic Daughters well. His deep spirituality and understanding of scripture will be a great support to all of us. Plus, Father Erick is a warm and friendly individual that will encourage and build a joyful spirit as he travels this road with the board! Welcome Fr. Erick.
The next two years will go by quickly and there is much to be done. My theme is “Be A Beacon of Hope, A Light in the Darkness" and I do envision our organization bringing hope and light to others through our spirituality and charity. My theme works along with the declaration of Pope Francis calling for the Jubilee year 2025 to be the Year of Hope!
Click here for remainder of National Regent's Message.
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SHARE Winter 2024-2025
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If Not Receiving SHARE OR if you want to Opt Out of Receiving Printed Copy Call CDA Headquarters at: 212-877-3041.National Quarterly
January 2025
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January 2025 National Quarterly In Spanish
Boletín Trimestral Nacional
January 2025 (Click on image below)
National Quarterly in
Spanish Archives
Trimestral Nacional en Archivos Españoles
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