The Catholic Women’s League
The Catholic Women’s League (CWL) of Canada, founded June 17, 1920, is one of the largest
organizations of women in Canada with in excess of 88,000 members represented in every province and
territory and the military. The League is organized and pledged to serve all citizens and has often received
the commendation and a keen appreciation of federal, provincial and municipal authorities for the voluntary
services ably performed by its nationwide membership.
The CWL is a grassroots parish-based organization that is part of the largest national organization of Catholic women in
Canada.
Our Mission
“The Catholic Women’s League of Canada is a national organization rooted in gospel values calling its members to holiness
through service to the people of God.”
Objectives
Shall be to unite Catholic women of Canada:
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To achieve individual and collective spiritual development
To promote the teachings of the Catholic church
To exemplify the Christian ideal in home and family life
To protect the sanctity of human life
To enhance the role of women in church and society
To recognize the human dignity of all people everywhere
To uphold and defend Christian education and values in the modern world
To contribute to the understanding and growth of religious freedom, social justice, peace and harmony
Pro-Cathedral of the Assumption
The CWL welcomes all female members of the parish sixteen years and older. The League is affiliated with the provincial
and national groups bearing the same name. The CWL works to enhance the spiritual development and individual
development of its members. It is a vehicle for communication and development of Christian fellowship among Catholic
women everywhere. Guest speakers are frequently invited to assist in educating or involving members in community
resources. Service to the community involves support and participation in many activities including: Catholic Charities, the
Gathering Place, post-secondary student bursaries, breakfast programs at three schools and visits to a ward at the Regional
Mental Health Centre. Support is also provided to the North Bay Food Bank, VON Meals on Wheels, Right to Life and
Birthright. Financial support is given to several provincial and national programs. Our members serve in many areas of our
parish community, and their generosity and spirit lives out our mission statement. Meeting times and locations are advertised
in the parish bulletin. Along with the national organization, the CWL of the Pro-Cathedral of the Assumption celebrates its
95th year in 2015.
Women Helping Women Tea & Dessert Fundraiser
Saturday June 13 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Pro-Cathedral Parish Hall
$5 ticket can be purchased at the door or at the Parish Office. All proceeds will go towards The Ojibway Women’s Lodge,
Nipissing Transition House and Amelia Rising Sexual Assault Centre of Nipissing in support of women in crisis.
Tea & Dessert fundraiser information for volunteers: Baking donations (gluten free, diabetic and regular desserts) will be
accepted Friday, June 12 between 1-4 PM and Saturday, June 13 starting at 10 AM. Hall set up will be between 1-4 PM on
Friday June 12. Please contact Debbie Laframboise at 478-8353 or Lisa Henry at 493-4164 if you can help out or need more
information.
PRO-CATHEDRAL CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE CELEBRATES 95 YEARS!!
CWL June Dinner Meeting
Ceremony for the Presentation of Service Awards & 95th Anniversary Celebration!
DATE:
Wednesday June 3rd, 2015 ~ Pro-Cathedral Parish Hall
TIMINGS:
Gathering at 5:00 pm
Spiritual Program at 5:30 pm
Dinner at 6:00 pm
TICKETS:
$25.00 / PERSON (Includes taxes and gratuity)
 Available from Maudena Farnsworth (495-2532)
 Weather permitting; tickets will also be available for purchase Saturday, May 30th before and after the 4 pm Mass
and Sunday May 31st between 10:00 am – 11: 00 am outside the main entrance to the Pro-Cathedral.
 Tickets must be purchased in advance! Deadline to purchase: NOON Sunday May 31
 Cheques should be payable to: “CWL Pro-Cathedral Parish Council”
Delicious Catered Buffet Dinner by: Diane Esch
Come out and help us celebrate 95 Years of CWL at the Pro-Cathedral and enjoy an evening with your league sisters
before summer break! We are celebrating 95 years as a Council - one of the first Catholic Women’s League
Councils in our Diocese!!
PIN POEM
By Glenda Klein
At our June 3rd Dinner Meeting we also celebrate our Annual
Service Pins Awards Ceremony. Many special ladies will be
honoured for their many years of service – don’t miss our dinner
and this celebration!
June 12, 2015 6pm-Midnight at CFB North Bay track
is Relay for Life. The CWL has put together a team. We
are “One Heart, One Voice, One Mission” Pro-Cathedral of the
Assumption.
Please pray, cheer and
support our ladies who are
doing the relay for all those
have been affected by
cancer one way or another.
For more information contact Team Captain, Leah Pierce at 472-5687.
This pin is shining so bright
‘Cause you reflect Jesus’ light
You have worked with all your might
Long hours into the night.
This service pin which you wear
Makes others much more aware
Of God’s Good News that you bear
To show all others that you care.
We give you this pin today
‘Cause in your own special way
You’ve answered God’s call to pray
With League sisters here and away.
Source: Jeannie Coleman, Administration
Assistant, Spring 2015 issue of the Trillium
News and Views, Newsletter of the Ontario
Provincial Council of the Catholic Women’s
League of Canada
If anyone needs a ride to our General Meetings or if you know of someone who could use a ride,
please do not hesitate to contact President, Diane Carmichael, at 471-5096 to arrange for one.