We are ordinary Catholic ladies who are proud of reaching out and helping those less fortunate by meeting the needs of the people in their community and around the world. We are also committed to the preservation of family life. The Columbiettes are an organization that addresses the religious needs of the church and community where we live, worship, work and socialize. Our patronesses are: the Blessed Virgin Mary, St. Therese (The Little Flower) and St. Joan of Arc. The benefits of membership are many including spiritual, moral, charitable, educational and social. We pray for each other and build lasting friendships.
A Columbiette must be at least 18 years of age in full communion with the Catholic Church. You need not be married to, nor related to a Knight to join.
The Events we host or help with each year include:
Apple Wagon- Selling our famous apple desserts at the Walworth County Fair and Craft Fair (our biggest fundraiser!)
St. Patrick's Dinner- Coordinating a corned beef and cabbage dinner with entertainment for the parish and community
Snack in a Backpack- Working with the Elkhorn School District to fill bags of food for low income school children so they have something to eat over the weekend
Coat Drive- Collecting donated coats and winter gear to give to the less fortunate
Christmas Card Sale- Selling Christmas cards after masses as a fundraiser
Seasonal Card Making- Sending homemade cards to the homebound and those in nursing homes from our Parish
Spring Tea Impressionist- A fun filled event with homemade treats and entertainment (Fundraiser for the Safe Haven Baby Box)
Soup and Stations- Providing soup before Stations of the Cross during Lent
1st Communion Packets- Creating religious packets filled with items for the 1st Communion students
Turkey Dinner- Assisting the parish where help is needed
Thanksgiving/Christmas Card Donations- Donating money to community families in need
Brat Hut- Working at the Hansen's IGA Brat Hut as a fundraiser
Pizza Ranch- Bussing tables and selling discount Pizza Ranch cards as a fundraising evening
Hospitality Weekend- Providing treats for our parishioners after mass
Homeless Meals- Cooking and providing a meal once a month during the winter for the homeless men in our community.
All of our fundraising money goes toward the parish and local organizations to help the needs of our community. We hope you will consider joining our enthusiastic group of women who have a passion for community service and growing their faith!
For more information please contact the parish office at 262-723-5565
