KERNERSVILLE — The Holy Cross Columbiettes Auxiliary 8509 of Kernersville celebrated their 25th anniversary Oct. 13 with Mass celebrated by Father Noah Carter followed by a memorial service for all the deceased Columbiettes.
A candle was lit by the Auxiliary President Diane Frankenfield and Sentinel Rosemary Vasko, as a bell was rung for each lady by Financial Secretary Sandra Kempka and Committee Head Verna Kellum. To finish up the special day, the ladies attended a brunch at a local restaurant.
Charter Members were presented with a certificate, congratulatory speeches were given by Ginny Grant, N.C. State President, Megan Hauser, the 1st NC State President, and Maggie Herbstritt, Western Chapter President. The Holy Cross Worthy Grand Knight, Ed Christian, Worthy Deputy Grand Knight, Dave Kempka, and Columbiette liaison, Dennis Muelker, were also in attendance and performed the opening blessing, the presentation of roses to the charter members and a closing blessing, In addition, the Knights presented a check to the auxiliary to donate to their favorite charity.’
— Photo provided by Patricia Dmuchowski
CHARLOTTE — The Diocese of Charlotte was recognized at the 2019 International Catholic Stewardship Conference in Chicago for Total Planned Giving Effort.
Each year ICSC recognizes dioceses and archdioceses that best promote the theology of stewardship and best practices of Catholic philanthropy throughout the year.
More than 130 dioceses and archdioceses from around the world offered submissions for various awards in 2019.
Jim Kelley, diocesan director of development, and Gina Rhodes, diocesan director of planned giving, were present to accept the award on behalf of the diocese at the conference in early October.