MARCH 2025 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
March 8, 2025
Nativity Church Hall
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Mateja Brown, Regent
Rose Amaral, Vice Regent
Cathy Moerman, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
The minutes were read and approved with one correction: Mina Lloyd’s name is spelled with an “i,” not an “e.” Amy Baptiste made the motion we approve the minutes. Judy Ruiz seconded the motion.
TREASURER REPORT:
Cathy Moerman reported a balance of $8,501.90. Cathy Moerman presented the CDA members with a spreadsheet showing how our money is allocated throughout the year. Nancy Page suggested we include all income monies, especially dues because the remittances to State and National CDA are listed as outgoing expenses on the spreadsheet. If there are other suggestions about what should be included on the spreadsheet, please let Cathy Moerman know.
OLD BUSINESS
Mateja Brown presented Nancy Page with her 20-year membership pin. It was also announced that Andrea Seastrand is now a 50-year CDA member. A big thank you to both of our CDA members!
Patty Mueller reported that the next Adoration is Friday, April 4, from 8:00am to 8:00pm. Patty Mueller announced that Judy Ruiz and Jessica Merino will be taking over the responsibility of scheduling volunteers for Adoration beginning in May. Mina Lloyd announced that Adoration will be held every Friday from 1:00pm to 6:00pm throughout the Lenten season. Mina is asking for volunteers for these newly added Fridays. The following members volunteered:
Patty Mueller, 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Jessica Merino, 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Zena Atiya, 3:00pm to 4:00pm
Mina Lloyd, 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Eusebia Lopez, 5:00pm to 6:00pm
Stations of the Cross will follow at 6:30pm
Please call Rhonda Garris at (805) 801-5151 with prayer requests. Rhonda has asked that you let her know if the prayer request should include the person’s last name.
The Reconciliation retreat sponsored by the Santa Maria Court will be held March 22, 2025, from 9:00am to 2:00pm at St. Joseph’s Seminary. The address is 180 Patterson Road, Santa Maria. The cost is $50 per court. Please bring a salad/side dish to share. The schedule is as follows:
9:00am to 10:00am Confessions
10:00am to 11:00am Mass
11:30am to 12:30pm Lunch
12:45pm to 1:45pm Deacon Bob Maciel will speak
1:45pm Closing Prayer
Rose Amaral passed around a signup sheet for those who would like to carpool to the retreat.
Judy Ruiz will be attending the dinner and installation of new officers at this year’s CDA Convention. The convention will be held April 25 to April 27, 2025, in Merced, California. Nancy Page made the motion that we pay the $100 fee for Judy Ruiz to attend. Amy Baptiste seconded the motion. Nancy Page also made the motion that we pay $20 to purchase a medallion for Yolanda Ramos, our District Deputy, and $100 to purchase a medallion for each of our officers. Cathy Moerman seconded the motion, the motion was voted on and passed.
NEW BUSINESS
Mateja Brown passed around a signup sheet asking for volunteers for the two following committees:
Mass Committee: this committee will reach out to Mission/Nativity churches and appropriate clergy members to reserve the 11:00am Masses for our 95th Anniversary, scheduled for October 5, 2025, as well as the annual CDA Memorial Mass to be hosted by our Court. Mateja also asked the members if they would be interested in a CDA Mass on the months that have a fifth Sunday, alternating between the Mission and Nativity.
Fundraising Committee: this committee will come up with ideas to bring to the CDA members for fundraisers. The committee will communicate with other organizations as needed for the fundraiser.
Andrea Seastrand suggested we contact a speaker from 40 Days for Life to speak at one of our CDA meetings. Mina Lloyd stated that Dr. Haywood Robinson will speak at Old Mission Church on March 11, 2025, at 6:00pm. Dr Robinson will also speak at Planned Parenthood at 4:00pm. Jane Baker suggested that we ask Cami Statler, Director of Pregnancy and Parenting Support (PPS) to be a guest speaker.
Nancy Page read a wonderful and moving passage from the book All God’s Creatures, Daily Devotions for Animal Lovers, 2025.
Our next meeting is April 12, 2025. PLEASE NOTE: There is a chance that Nativity Church Hall will not be available for our April meeting. If this is the case, we will hold our meeting at the Elks Lodge at 222 Elks Lane, San Luis Obispo at 11:00am. Kathleen Clifton, Secretary, will keep the CDA members informed.
The meeting was adjourned with the members saying the Memorare.
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
March 8, 2025
Nativity Church Hall
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Mateja Brown, Regent
Rose Amaral, Vice Regent
Cathy Moerman, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
The minutes were read and approved with one correction: Mina Lloyd’s name is spelled with an “i,” not an “e.” Amy Baptiste made the motion we approve the minutes. Judy Ruiz seconded the motion.
TREASURER REPORT:
Cathy Moerman reported a balance of $8,501.90. Cathy Moerman presented the CDA members with a spreadsheet showing how our money is allocated throughout the year. Nancy Page suggested we include all income monies, especially dues because the remittances to State and National CDA are listed as outgoing expenses on the spreadsheet. If there are other suggestions about what should be included on the spreadsheet, please let Cathy Moerman know.
OLD BUSINESS
Mateja Brown presented Nancy Page with her 20-year membership pin. It was also announced that Andrea Seastrand is now a 50-year CDA member. A big thank you to both of our CDA members!
Patty Mueller reported that the next Adoration is Friday, April 4, from 8:00am to 8:00pm. Patty Mueller announced that Judy Ruiz and Jessica Merino will be taking over the responsibility of scheduling volunteers for Adoration beginning in May. Mina Lloyd announced that Adoration will be held every Friday from 1:00pm to 6:00pm throughout the Lenten season. Mina is asking for volunteers for these newly added Fridays. The following members volunteered:
Patty Mueller, 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Jessica Merino, 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Zena Atiya, 3:00pm to 4:00pm
Mina Lloyd, 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Eusebia Lopez, 5:00pm to 6:00pm
Stations of the Cross will follow at 6:30pm
Please call Rhonda Garris at (805) 801-5151 with prayer requests. Rhonda has asked that you let her know if the prayer request should include the person’s last name.
The Reconciliation retreat sponsored by the Santa Maria Court will be held March 22, 2025, from 9:00am to 2:00pm at St. Joseph’s Seminary. The address is 180 Patterson Road, Santa Maria. The cost is $50 per court. Please bring a salad/side dish to share. The schedule is as follows:
9:00am to 10:00am Confessions
10:00am to 11:00am Mass
11:30am to 12:30pm Lunch
12:45pm to 1:45pm Deacon Bob Maciel will speak
1:45pm Closing Prayer
Rose Amaral passed around a signup sheet for those who would like to carpool to the retreat.
Judy Ruiz will be attending the dinner and installation of new officers at this year’s CDA Convention. The convention will be held April 25 to April 27, 2025, in Merced, California. Nancy Page made the motion that we pay the $100 fee for Judy Ruiz to attend. Amy Baptiste seconded the motion. Nancy Page also made the motion that we pay $20 to purchase a medallion for Yolanda Ramos, our District Deputy, and $100 to purchase a medallion for each of our officers. Cathy Moerman seconded the motion, the motion was voted on and passed.
NEW BUSINESS
Mateja Brown passed around a signup sheet asking for volunteers for the two following committees:
Mass Committee: this committee will reach out to Mission/Nativity churches and appropriate clergy members to reserve the 11:00am Masses for our 95th Anniversary, scheduled for October 5, 2025, as well as the annual CDA Memorial Mass to be hosted by our Court. Mateja also asked the members if they would be interested in a CDA Mass on the months that have a fifth Sunday, alternating between the Mission and Nativity.
Fundraising Committee: this committee will come up with ideas to bring to the CDA members for fundraisers. The committee will communicate with other organizations as needed for the fundraiser.
Andrea Seastrand suggested we contact a speaker from 40 Days for Life to speak at one of our CDA meetings. Mina Lloyd stated that Dr. Haywood Robinson will speak at Old Mission Church on March 11, 2025, at 6:00pm. Dr Robinson will also speak at Planned Parenthood at 4:00pm. Jane Baker suggested that we ask Cami Statler, Director of Pregnancy and Parenting Support (PPS) to be a guest speaker.
Nancy Page read a wonderful and moving passage from the book All God’s Creatures, Daily Devotions for Animal Lovers, 2025.
Our next meeting is April 12, 2025. PLEASE NOTE: There is a chance that Nativity Church Hall will not be available for our April meeting. If this is the case, we will hold our meeting at the Elks Lodge at 222 Elks Lane, San Luis Obispo at 11:00am. Kathleen Clifton, Secretary, will keep the CDA members informed.
The meeting was adjourned with the members saying the Memorare.
FEBRUARY 2025 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
February 8, 2025
Nativity Church Hall
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Vice Regent
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Cathy Moerman, Treasurer
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
Mateja Brown, Regent Excused Absence
The minutes were read and approved with one correction. Regarding the incident that happened during the January Adoration, the woman approached the altar but did not open the Luna and touch the Host.
TREASURER REPORT:
Cathy Moerman reported a balance of $8,460.75. Cathy also reported the quarterly donation of $100.00 was paid to St. Vincent de Paul. Nancy Page asked how many members have paid their dues. Cathy answered sixteen members have paid their dues.
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported February 7th Adoration was canceled at 1:30pm due to a gas leak at the Mission Church. The next Adoration will be Friday, March 7, 2025,from 7:00am to 7:00pm. Patty is asking for a volunteer to take over her position starting in May. Please let Mateja Brown, our Regent, know if you are interested.
Please call Rhonda Garris at (805) 801-5151 with prayer requests. Rhonda has asked that you let her know if the prayer request should include the person’s last name.
Annual dues of $30.00 are now due.
Rose Amaral reported the new medallions should be ordered as soon as possible if we would like to give them to Yolanda Ramos to have them blessed at the April State CDA Convention. The question was asked whether the Court or each officer should purchase the medallions and should a medallion for Yolanda Ramos, our District Deputy, be included. Nancy Page suggested we table this discussion until our March meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
Mateja Brown is asking for suggestions for guest speakers. The following suggestions were made:
Sister Ellen,
Fr. Stephen Coffey, Monastery of the Risen Christ.
Fr. Jim Nisbet, Diocese of Monterey
Mena Lloyd asked the members if we have thought of ways to raise money for our Court. At our last meeting it was suggested we staff a second precinct. Jane Baker informed the members that in order to staff another precinct, two people are required to attend all the classes given to teach the rules and regulations on how to run the election precinct. Those two people are required to be in attendance from the beginning to the very end of the voting period. Kathleen Clifton stated she didn’t think we have the manpower to staff another precinct. Nancy Page suggested we call the County and ask when the next election is. It was also suggested that we call the Knights of Columbus to see if we could co-host one of their fundraisers and share some of the profit. Nancy Page brought up the suggestion of raffling off a garden statue. Kathleen Clifton said she would look into the price of a garden statue.
Gloria Caine asked if Cathy Moerman could make a spreadsheet that shows how we budget the money from our dues collection. Cathy Moerman said she would be happy to do that. Nancy Page stated that our $30.00 individual dues covers the collective required amount paid to National CDA and State CDA for each member.
Eusebia Lopez announced she is selling tickets for a benefit to support the Thomas Hernandez family. The benefit will be held on February 22, 2025. The cost is $20.00 per plate. The plate includes chicken, rice, beans, salsa and salad. You can pick up the dinner at 1527 Galleon Way, San Luis Obispo, between the hours of 11:00am to 2:00pm. For more information please contact Eusebia.
CORRESPONDENCE
A letter from CAPSLO was received thanking us for the gift of 25 pairs of socks.
The meeting was adjourned with the members saying the Memorare.
Jane Baker was our guest speaker. Jane gave a very interesting talk on Elder Warriors.
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
February 8, 2025
Nativity Church Hall
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Vice Regent
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Cathy Moerman, Treasurer
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
Mateja Brown, Regent Excused Absence
The minutes were read and approved with one correction. Regarding the incident that happened during the January Adoration, the woman approached the altar but did not open the Luna and touch the Host.
TREASURER REPORT:
Cathy Moerman reported a balance of $8,460.75. Cathy also reported the quarterly donation of $100.00 was paid to St. Vincent de Paul. Nancy Page asked how many members have paid their dues. Cathy answered sixteen members have paid their dues.
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported February 7th Adoration was canceled at 1:30pm due to a gas leak at the Mission Church. The next Adoration will be Friday, March 7, 2025,from 7:00am to 7:00pm. Patty is asking for a volunteer to take over her position starting in May. Please let Mateja Brown, our Regent, know if you are interested.
Please call Rhonda Garris at (805) 801-5151 with prayer requests. Rhonda has asked that you let her know if the prayer request should include the person’s last name.
Annual dues of $30.00 are now due.
Rose Amaral reported the new medallions should be ordered as soon as possible if we would like to give them to Yolanda Ramos to have them blessed at the April State CDA Convention. The question was asked whether the Court or each officer should purchase the medallions and should a medallion for Yolanda Ramos, our District Deputy, be included. Nancy Page suggested we table this discussion until our March meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
Mateja Brown is asking for suggestions for guest speakers. The following suggestions were made:
Sister Ellen,
Fr. Stephen Coffey, Monastery of the Risen Christ.
Fr. Jim Nisbet, Diocese of Monterey
Mena Lloyd asked the members if we have thought of ways to raise money for our Court. At our last meeting it was suggested we staff a second precinct. Jane Baker informed the members that in order to staff another precinct, two people are required to attend all the classes given to teach the rules and regulations on how to run the election precinct. Those two people are required to be in attendance from the beginning to the very end of the voting period. Kathleen Clifton stated she didn’t think we have the manpower to staff another precinct. Nancy Page suggested we call the County and ask when the next election is. It was also suggested that we call the Knights of Columbus to see if we could co-host one of their fundraisers and share some of the profit. Nancy Page brought up the suggestion of raffling off a garden statue. Kathleen Clifton said she would look into the price of a garden statue.
Gloria Caine asked if Cathy Moerman could make a spreadsheet that shows how we budget the money from our dues collection. Cathy Moerman said she would be happy to do that. Nancy Page stated that our $30.00 individual dues covers the collective required amount paid to National CDA and State CDA for each member.
Eusebia Lopez announced she is selling tickets for a benefit to support the Thomas Hernandez family. The benefit will be held on February 22, 2025. The cost is $20.00 per plate. The plate includes chicken, rice, beans, salsa and salad. You can pick up the dinner at 1527 Galleon Way, San Luis Obispo, between the hours of 11:00am to 2:00pm. For more information please contact Eusebia.
CORRESPONDENCE
A letter from CAPSLO was received thanking us for the gift of 25 pairs of socks.
The meeting was adjourned with the members saying the Memorare.
Jane Baker was our guest speaker. Jane gave a very interesting talk on Elder Warriors.
JANUARY 2025 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
January 10, 2025
Nativity Church Hall
Mateja Brown welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Mateja Brown, Regent
Rose Amaral, Vice Regent
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Cathy Moerman, Treasurer
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
The minutes were read and approved.
CORRESPONDENCE:
Thank you letter from St. Vincent de Paul thanking us for our fourth gift of 2024.
Thank you letter from CAPSLO thanking us for the $20.00 we sent supporting their homeless fund.
A letter from the Center for Restorative Justice Works (CRJW) asking us for a donation.
TREASURER REPORT:
Cathy Moerman reported a balance of $7576.31. Cathy Moerman made the motion that we continue to support St. Vincent de Paul with $100.00 quarterly. Nancy Page seconded the motion. The motion passed. Cathy Moerman also reported that we received a check for $665.00 from San Luis Obispo County paying us for working the November 5, 2024 general election. Mina Lloyd asked if we could staff a second precinct in an election year to raise more money for our court. The members joined in a discussion making suggestions on how to raise money. The suggestions were as follows:
a.We work a second election.
b.We purchase a garden statue and have a raffle.
c.We ask the Knights of Columbus if we could join in their annual dinner and auction.
Mateja Brown suggested we discuss this at a future meeting.
OLD BUSINESS
Rhonda Garris reported that she had received a text about an incident that happened during the January adoration. A woman visiting the chapel approached the altar, touched the monstrance, opened the luna inside the monstrance, and then touched the host. Rhonda asked what the protocol is if this should happen again. The court was informed that there is a pamphlet in the back of the chapel giving us directions on what we should do as monitors. After some discussion, it was suggested that we approach the person as they are headed to the altar and let them know that it is not appropriate to approach the altar. The next adoration is Friday, February 7th, 2025, from 8:00am to 8:00pm. Please call Patti Mueller if you have any questions.
Mateja Brown reported that she has talked to Yolanda Ramos about the court applying for a debit/credit card. Yolanda told her that the officers of the court usually pay with their own card and then get reimbursed, but that it was up to us if we wanted a card. After some discussion, it was decided not to get a card and to keep financial reimbursements the way they are.
CDA convention is April 24th - 27th in Visalia, California. Our standing rules state that one person per year is to receive $500.00 to attend. Judy Ruiz made the motion we raise the amount to $700. 00. Amy Baptiste seconded the motion and the motion passed.
CDA members voted for the officers to wear black pants and white blouses when attending CDA functions.
Annual membership dues of $30.00 are now due.
Jane Baker will be our February guest speaker. Are there any suggestions for our March speaker?
NEW BUSINESS
Kathleen Clifton offered to call the Old Mission Church office and other neighboring Catholic churches to request that a notice of our CDA meetings be placed in their bulletins.
The meeting was adjourned with the members saying the Memorare.
Rev. Joshua Clifton was our guest speaker.
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
January 10, 2025
Nativity Church Hall
Mateja Brown welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Mateja Brown, Regent
Rose Amaral, Vice Regent
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Cathy Moerman, Treasurer
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
The minutes were read and approved.
CORRESPONDENCE:
Thank you letter from St. Vincent de Paul thanking us for our fourth gift of 2024.
Thank you letter from CAPSLO thanking us for the $20.00 we sent supporting their homeless fund.
A letter from the Center for Restorative Justice Works (CRJW) asking us for a donation.
TREASURER REPORT:
Cathy Moerman reported a balance of $7576.31. Cathy Moerman made the motion that we continue to support St. Vincent de Paul with $100.00 quarterly. Nancy Page seconded the motion. The motion passed. Cathy Moerman also reported that we received a check for $665.00 from San Luis Obispo County paying us for working the November 5, 2024 general election. Mina Lloyd asked if we could staff a second precinct in an election year to raise more money for our court. The members joined in a discussion making suggestions on how to raise money. The suggestions were as follows:
a.We work a second election.
b.We purchase a garden statue and have a raffle.
c.We ask the Knights of Columbus if we could join in their annual dinner and auction.
Mateja Brown suggested we discuss this at a future meeting.
OLD BUSINESS
Rhonda Garris reported that she had received a text about an incident that happened during the January adoration. A woman visiting the chapel approached the altar, touched the monstrance, opened the luna inside the monstrance, and then touched the host. Rhonda asked what the protocol is if this should happen again. The court was informed that there is a pamphlet in the back of the chapel giving us directions on what we should do as monitors. After some discussion, it was suggested that we approach the person as they are headed to the altar and let them know that it is not appropriate to approach the altar. The next adoration is Friday, February 7th, 2025, from 8:00am to 8:00pm. Please call Patti Mueller if you have any questions.
Mateja Brown reported that she has talked to Yolanda Ramos about the court applying for a debit/credit card. Yolanda told her that the officers of the court usually pay with their own card and then get reimbursed, but that it was up to us if we wanted a card. After some discussion, it was decided not to get a card and to keep financial reimbursements the way they are.
CDA convention is April 24th - 27th in Visalia, California. Our standing rules state that one person per year is to receive $500.00 to attend. Judy Ruiz made the motion we raise the amount to $700. 00. Amy Baptiste seconded the motion and the motion passed.
CDA members voted for the officers to wear black pants and white blouses when attending CDA functions.
Annual membership dues of $30.00 are now due.
Jane Baker will be our February guest speaker. Are there any suggestions for our March speaker?
NEW BUSINESS
Kathleen Clifton offered to call the Old Mission Church office and other neighboring Catholic churches to request that a notice of our CDA meetings be placed in their bulletins.
The meeting was adjourned with the members saying the Memorare.
Rev. Joshua Clifton was our guest speaker.
DECEMBER 2024 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
December 14, 2024
Nativity Church Hall
Mateja Brown welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Mateja Brown, Regent
Rose Amaral, Vice Regent
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Cathy Moerman, Treasurer
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
The minutes were read and approved.
TREASURER REPORT:
Cathy Moerman reported a balance of $7,557.14.
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported that the next Adoration is Friday, January 3, 2025, 8:00am to 8:00pm. Kathleen Clifton announced that she will not be able to attend Adoration in January. Gloria Caine volunteered to take her 3:00pm to 4:00pm spot. If there are any other changes or cancellations, please call Patty at (805) 400-7766.
Please call Rhonda Garris at (805) 801-5151 for prayer requests. Rhonda asked that you let her know if the last name of the person should be used or not.
NEW BUSINESS
Dues are due next month. $30 per member.
Nancy Page asked if a new roster would be handed out with the new members’ names and addresses. Mateja Brown said due to privacy issues, a new roster would not be handed out, but that if you need a number to please call one of the officers and the officer will call that member and ask them to return your call. Mateja Brown asked the members to be mindful of the time when calling or texting CDA members. Mateja Brown also stated if any CDA member is in need of assistance to please call the St. Vincent de Paul office.
The new dress code for officers is:
White Dress Blouse – No visible cleavage or sheer fabric. No sleeveless blouses. No tank tops. No crop tops. No t-shirts.
Dress skirt – Simple, all black, to the knee or longer.
Dress Pants – All black dress pants. No Capri pants. No exercise pants. No leggings. No black jeans.
Shoes – All black shoes. No flip flops. No boots.
Jewelry – Officer medallions or ribbons are to be worn at all ceremonials (to be ordered from CDA store). All jewelry should be small and simple. Andrea Seastrand made the motion our Court pay for the medallions. Amy Baptiste seconded the motion. Mina Lloyd suggested if the Medallion is lost or broken, that the member be responsible for replacing the medallion. Motion passed.
Mateja Brown asked the members if a debit/credit card should be opened for purchases that the court might need. Cathy Moerman suggested we talk to Yolanda Ramos to get her advice. It was decided to discuss this at the next meeting.
CDA State convention is in Visalia, California, April 23-27, 2025. There will be more discussion about the convention at our next meeting. If you are interested in attending, please contact our Regent Mateja Brown.
CORRESPONDENCE
We received a card and check for $50 in memory of Christine LaBuda from Nancy Doody. We also received a letter from CAPSLO thanking us for the socks they received November 11, 2024.
The meeting came to a close with the members saying the Memorare.
Debbie Allen was our guest speaker. Ms. Allen spoke on the Eucharistic Congress that she and her husband attended in Indianapolis, Indiana, in the summer of 2024, and the Pilgrimage they made from San Francisco preceding the Congress.
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
December 14, 2024
Nativity Church Hall
Mateja Brown welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Mateja Brown, Regent
Rose Amaral, Vice Regent
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Cathy Moerman, Treasurer
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
The minutes were read and approved.
TREASURER REPORT:
Cathy Moerman reported a balance of $7,557.14.
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported that the next Adoration is Friday, January 3, 2025, 8:00am to 8:00pm. Kathleen Clifton announced that she will not be able to attend Adoration in January. Gloria Caine volunteered to take her 3:00pm to 4:00pm spot. If there are any other changes or cancellations, please call Patty at (805) 400-7766.
Please call Rhonda Garris at (805) 801-5151 for prayer requests. Rhonda asked that you let her know if the last name of the person should be used or not.
NEW BUSINESS
Dues are due next month. $30 per member.
Nancy Page asked if a new roster would be handed out with the new members’ names and addresses. Mateja Brown said due to privacy issues, a new roster would not be handed out, but that if you need a number to please call one of the officers and the officer will call that member and ask them to return your call. Mateja Brown asked the members to be mindful of the time when calling or texting CDA members. Mateja Brown also stated if any CDA member is in need of assistance to please call the St. Vincent de Paul office.
The new dress code for officers is:
White Dress Blouse – No visible cleavage or sheer fabric. No sleeveless blouses. No tank tops. No crop tops. No t-shirts.
Dress skirt – Simple, all black, to the knee or longer.
Dress Pants – All black dress pants. No Capri pants. No exercise pants. No leggings. No black jeans.
Shoes – All black shoes. No flip flops. No boots.
Jewelry – Officer medallions or ribbons are to be worn at all ceremonials (to be ordered from CDA store). All jewelry should be small and simple. Andrea Seastrand made the motion our Court pay for the medallions. Amy Baptiste seconded the motion. Mina Lloyd suggested if the Medallion is lost or broken, that the member be responsible for replacing the medallion. Motion passed.
Mateja Brown asked the members if a debit/credit card should be opened for purchases that the court might need. Cathy Moerman suggested we talk to Yolanda Ramos to get her advice. It was decided to discuss this at the next meeting.
CDA State convention is in Visalia, California, April 23-27, 2025. There will be more discussion about the convention at our next meeting. If you are interested in attending, please contact our Regent Mateja Brown.
CORRESPONDENCE
We received a card and check for $50 in memory of Christine LaBuda from Nancy Doody. We also received a letter from CAPSLO thanking us for the socks they received November 11, 2024.
The meeting came to a close with the members saying the Memorare.
Debbie Allen was our guest speaker. Ms. Allen spoke on the Eucharistic Congress that she and her husband attended in Indianapolis, Indiana, in the summer of 2024, and the Pilgrimage they made from San Francisco preceding the Congress.
NOVEMBER 2024 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
November 9, 2024
Nativity Church Hall
Mateja Brown welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Mateja Brown, Regent
Rose Amaral, Vice Regent
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Cathy Moerman, Treasurer
The minutes were read and approved with 2 corrections. Correct spelling of Rhonda’s name is Rhonda Garris and the correct spelling of Maggie’s name is Maggie Tomascia.
TREASURER REPORT:
Cathy Moerman reported a balance of $8,128.94.
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported the next Adoration is Friday, December 6, 2024, 8am to 8pm. Zena Atiya suggested that when the person coming to Adoration for their shift, that they let the person know that they are there. After some discussion, it was decided, the person doing their shift at Adoration, they should sit in the back row on the left side of the alter. Please call Patty Mueller at (905) 400-7766 if you have any questions concerning Adoration.
Please call Rhonda Garris at (805) 801-5151 for prayer requests. Rhonda asked that you let her know if the last name of the person should be used or not.
There will be a work party November 11, 2024 at 1:00pm to clean up the Catholic Daughters closet at the Mission. The closet is just off of the Serra room. If you have time, come join the party.
Our 95th Anniversary is October 5, 2025. There will be a meeting in March and April to discuss menu, Mass planning, decorations, etc. Invites will be sent to Santa Maria, Lompoc, and Santa Barbara Courts. The cost will be around $25.00.
NEW BUSINESS
Our next meeting is December 14, 2024. Mateja Brown asked the members if we should have a Christmas celebration at our next meeting. Kathleen Clifton made the motion we make a donation to the Tree of Life. Nancy Page second the motion. Voted and approved. Nicole Johnson made the motion we have a caterer provide lunch for our members, suggesting sandwiches, green salad, chips, and a cookie, with the cost being $10.00 from each member. The motion was discussed, Nancy Page second the motion. The members voted and passed the motion.
We presented Carly Baker with the Lilian scholarship.
The meeting came to a close with the members saying the Memorare.
Our guest speaker today is Fr. Mike Bezruchka.
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
November 9, 2024
Nativity Church Hall
Mateja Brown welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Mateja Brown, Regent
Rose Amaral, Vice Regent
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Cathy Moerman, Treasurer
The minutes were read and approved with 2 corrections. Correct spelling of Rhonda’s name is Rhonda Garris and the correct spelling of Maggie’s name is Maggie Tomascia.
TREASURER REPORT:
Cathy Moerman reported a balance of $8,128.94.
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported the next Adoration is Friday, December 6, 2024, 8am to 8pm. Zena Atiya suggested that when the person coming to Adoration for their shift, that they let the person know that they are there. After some discussion, it was decided, the person doing their shift at Adoration, they should sit in the back row on the left side of the alter. Please call Patty Mueller at (905) 400-7766 if you have any questions concerning Adoration.
Please call Rhonda Garris at (805) 801-5151 for prayer requests. Rhonda asked that you let her know if the last name of the person should be used or not.
There will be a work party November 11, 2024 at 1:00pm to clean up the Catholic Daughters closet at the Mission. The closet is just off of the Serra room. If you have time, come join the party.
Our 95th Anniversary is October 5, 2025. There will be a meeting in March and April to discuss menu, Mass planning, decorations, etc. Invites will be sent to Santa Maria, Lompoc, and Santa Barbara Courts. The cost will be around $25.00.
NEW BUSINESS
Our next meeting is December 14, 2024. Mateja Brown asked the members if we should have a Christmas celebration at our next meeting. Kathleen Clifton made the motion we make a donation to the Tree of Life. Nancy Page second the motion. Voted and approved. Nicole Johnson made the motion we have a caterer provide lunch for our members, suggesting sandwiches, green salad, chips, and a cookie, with the cost being $10.00 from each member. The motion was discussed, Nancy Page second the motion. The members voted and passed the motion.
We presented Carly Baker with the Lilian scholarship.
The meeting came to a close with the members saying the Memorare.
Our guest speaker today is Fr. Mike Bezruchka.
OCTOBER 2024 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
October 12, 2024
Nativity Church Hall
Mateja Brown welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Mateja Brown, Regent
Rose Amaral, Vice Regent
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary, absent
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Cathy Moerman, Treasurer
Minutes were read and approved as read.
TREASURER REPORT
Cathy Moerman reported a balance of $8205.65
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported on Adoration. She went over the procedures of having to check the white binder in back to see the contact numbers for a volunteer shift following yours. Patty Mueller and Rose Amaral are the contact people if they cannot get in touch with assigned following shift person. Our next Adoration is November 1, 2024.
Contact Rhonda Garris at 805 801-5151 for prayer requests.
A decision was made to meet November 11th at 1:00pm to help clean out and organize our closet that is located at Old Mission SLO. Rose passed around a sign up sheet. Maggie Tonascia and Nicole Johnson suggested labeling perhaps using a labeling machine.
Mina Lloyd made a request for donations of rosaries as she would take them to the patients she sees at the hospitals when taking them communion. She also made a plea for volunteers to pray the rosary and stand outside Planned Parenthood Monday - Friday 8:00-5:00. 40 Days for Life.
Rose Amaral reported all the shifts for our biggest fund raiser, manning the polls this year at Nazarene Church Precinct #310 are full. Four of our members will be working the whole day. She handed out the schedules to all those involved.
Mateja Brown let us know our court has been invited to the CDA Memorial Mass from CDA Lompoc Court #1267. It will take place at La Purisma Concepcion Church, 213 West Olive Ave. Lompoc on Sunday, November 3rd at 10:00am. followed by a lunch at Mama’s Cafe at a cost of $25.00 RSVP by October 25th. 805 717-6450.
NEW BUSINESS
Mateja Brown asked for suggestions for guest speakers.
Scheduled Guest Speakers are:
November_Father Mike Bezruchka from St. Anne’s Byzantine Church
December_Andy Allen sharing his trip to the Eucharist Convention
January_ Jane Baker sharing her work with Elder Warriors
Continued conversation for ideas for the upcoming 95th anniversary celebration taking place on October 5, 2025 with High Tea party theme at the Elks Lodge in SLO.
Scholarship presentation for Carly Baker has been postponed as she was not able to make October meeting.
Our next meeting is November 9th at the Nativity Hall at 10:00am.
The meeting came to a close with the members saying the Memorare.
OCTOBER 2024 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
October 12, 2024
Nativity Church Hall
Mateja Brown welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Mateja Brown, Regent
Rose Amaral, Vice Regent
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary, absent
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Cathy Moerman, Treasurer
Minutes were read and approved as read.
TREASURER REPORT
Cathy Moerman reported a balance of $8205.65
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported on Adoration. She went over the procedures of having to check the white binder in back to see the contact numbers for a volunteer shift following yours. Patty Mueller and Rose Amaral are the contact people if they cannot get in touch with assigned following shift person. Our next Adoration is November 1, 2024.
Contact Rhonda Garris at 805 801-5151 for prayer requests.
A decision was made to meet November 11th at 1:00pm to help clean out and organize our closet that is located at Old Mission SLO. Rose passed around a sign up sheet. Maggie Tonascia and Nicole Johnson suggested labeling perhaps using a labeling machine.
Mina Lloyd made a request for donations of rosaries as she would take them to the patients she sees at the hospitals when taking them communion. She also made a plea for volunteers to pray the rosary and stand outside Planned Parenthood Monday - Friday 8:00-5:00. 40 Days for Life.
Rose Amaral reported all the shifts for our biggest fund raiser, manning the polls this year at Nazarene Church Precinct #310 are full. Four of our members will be working the whole day. She handed out the schedules to all those involved.
Mateja Brown let us know our court has been invited to the CDA Memorial Mass from CDA Lompoc Court #1267. It will take place at La Purisma Concepcion Church, 213 West Olive Ave. Lompoc on Sunday, November 3rd at 10:00am. followed by a lunch at Mama’s Cafe at a cost of $25.00 RSVP by October 25th. 805 717-6450.
NEW BUSINESS
Mateja Brown asked for suggestions for guest speakers.
Scheduled Guest Speakers are:
November_Father Mike Bezruchka from St. Anne’s Byzantine Church
December_Andy Allen sharing his trip to the Eucharist Convention
January_ Jane Baker sharing her work with Elder Warriors
Continued conversation for ideas for the upcoming 95th anniversary celebration taking place on October 5, 2025 with High Tea party theme at the Elks Lodge in SLO.
Scholarship presentation for Carly Baker has been postponed as she was not able to make October meeting.
Our next meeting is November 9th at the Nativity Hall at 10:00am.
The meeting came to a close with the members saying the Memorare.
SEPTEMBER 2024 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
September 21, 2024
Nativity Church Hall
Mateja Brown, Regent, welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Mateja Brown, Regent
Rose Amaral, Vice Regent
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Cathy Moerman, Treasurer
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
The minutes were read and approved.
TREASURER REPORT:
Cathy Moerman reported a balance of $8,248.16 in the checking account.
CORRESPONENCE
A thank you note was received from Mary Wilson, thanking us for our thoughtfulness during the time of her mother’s (Marie Wilson) death.
A thank you note was received from Seth Orozco thanking us for his scholarship.
Old Mission School sent us a thank you letter thanking us for our School Scholarship Program.
CAPSLO sent us a letter thanking us for the socks that we donated for the homeless.
A letter was received from Bishop Daniel Garcia thanking us for the invitation to our 95th Anniversary celebration. Sadly, he is unable to attend.
OLD BUSINESS
Rhonda Farris-Garris will now be taking any and all prayer requests. Rhonda’s phone number is (805)801-5151. Also, due to privacy issues, please let Rhonda know if she should use the last name of the person the prayer request is made for.
Our next Adoration is scheduled for October 4, 2024. Please check your schedule and let Patti Mueller know if you are not able to attend. Patti’s number is (805)400-7766 (cell), or (805)544-5648 (home).
Cathy Moerman reported on the Old Mission Parish BBQ. An anonymous donation of $1,000 was made to help with the cost for next year’s BBQ. Rose Amaral suggested that next year a sign be put up stating that the lemonade has been donated by Catholic Daughters.
The committee met during the summer to discuss the 95th Anniversary celebration. It was decided to hold the celebration at the Elks Lodge on October 5, 2025, due to the fact that the Lodge was not available on October 12. Mateja Brown suggested a High Tea party theme. If anyone has other suggestions, please let the committee know.
NEW BUSINESS
Catholic Daughters Memorial Mass will be held in Lompoc this year. We have not been given the exact date. Next year we will hold the Memorial Mass on November 2, 2025.
The Reconciliation Mass in Santa Maria is scheduled for March 22, 2025. The cost of the reception that follows is $50 per court and each member is to bring a salad to share.
It was decided at the National Convention to do away with the Catholic Daughter’s robes. The dress code, starting January 1, 2025, will be black pants, black shoes and white shirts.
Rose Amaral passed around a signup sheet for those who would like to work the Election on November 5, 2024.
The meeting came to a close with members saying the Memorare.
“Prayer is when you talk to God, Meditation is when God talks to you.”
JUNE 2024 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
June 8, 2024
Nativity Church Hall
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Cathy Moerman, Vice Regent
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
The minutes were read and approved.
TREASURER REPORT:
Christine LaBuda reported that due to the holiday a current statement was not available. The balance remains the same as our May meeting: $8,523.56.
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported that the next Adoration is Friday, July 5, 2024, from 8:00am to 8:00pm. Patty Mueller also stated that she was pleased to see how many people attend Adoration, including our oldest CDA member, Marie Wilson. Marie will soon be celebrating her 101st birthday.
Remember to please call Christine LaBuda at (805) 235-7332 with prayer requests.
Mateja Brown passed around a signup sheet for members who would like to be on the committee to plan our 95th anniversary celebration.
NEW BUSINESS
The Old Mission Church Picnic is August 25, 2024. The meeting schedule is below. All meetings will take place in the Serra Room in the parish office building. If you have any questions, please call Robbie at (805) 801-0601 or Corina at (805) 781-8220.
June 26, 2024, from 4:00-5:30pm
July 17, 2024, from 4:00-5:30pm
August 7, 2024, from 4:00-5:30pm
The Rose Amaral Scholarship was presented to Seth Orozco. Carly Baker was unable to attend the presentation to receive her scholarship so it will be given to her at our September meeting.
CDA members participated in our new officer’s ceremony. Our new officers are as follows:
Mateja Brown, Regent
Rose Amaral, Vice Regent
Cathy Moerman, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Officer
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
Rose Amaral presented CDA anniversary pins to the following members:
Amy Baptiste – 10 years
Patty Mueller – 15 years
Susan Carleton – 15 years
Eusebia Lopez – 15 years
Kathy Serby --10 years
Kathy Serby presented Rose with a cake and flowers for being our Regent and a member for 22 years!
We received a wonderful thank you letter from Seth Orozco thanking us for his scholarship and supporting his educational track.
Yolanda Ramos briefly explained the Ceremonial Dress Codes. She suggested that if we are in need of new robes we wait until after the convention to order them. The dress code may be changing. Also, if the current dress code is maintained, it might be possible to buy used robes from courts that have dispersed.
Our next meeting is Saturday, September 14, 2024, at 10:00am at Nativity Church Hall.
The meeting came to a close with members saying the Memorare.
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
June 8, 2024
Nativity Church Hall
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Cathy Moerman, Vice Regent
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
The minutes were read and approved.
TREASURER REPORT:
Christine LaBuda reported that due to the holiday a current statement was not available. The balance remains the same as our May meeting: $8,523.56.
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported that the next Adoration is Friday, July 5, 2024, from 8:00am to 8:00pm. Patty Mueller also stated that she was pleased to see how many people attend Adoration, including our oldest CDA member, Marie Wilson. Marie will soon be celebrating her 101st birthday.
Remember to please call Christine LaBuda at (805) 235-7332 with prayer requests.
Mateja Brown passed around a signup sheet for members who would like to be on the committee to plan our 95th anniversary celebration.
NEW BUSINESS
The Old Mission Church Picnic is August 25, 2024. The meeting schedule is below. All meetings will take place in the Serra Room in the parish office building. If you have any questions, please call Robbie at (805) 801-0601 or Corina at (805) 781-8220.
June 26, 2024, from 4:00-5:30pm
July 17, 2024, from 4:00-5:30pm
August 7, 2024, from 4:00-5:30pm
The Rose Amaral Scholarship was presented to Seth Orozco. Carly Baker was unable to attend the presentation to receive her scholarship so it will be given to her at our September meeting.
CDA members participated in our new officer’s ceremony. Our new officers are as follows:
Mateja Brown, Regent
Rose Amaral, Vice Regent
Cathy Moerman, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Officer
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
Rose Amaral presented CDA anniversary pins to the following members:
Amy Baptiste – 10 years
Patty Mueller – 15 years
Susan Carleton – 15 years
Eusebia Lopez – 15 years
Kathy Serby --10 years
Kathy Serby presented Rose with a cake and flowers for being our Regent and a member for 22 years!
We received a wonderful thank you letter from Seth Orozco thanking us for his scholarship and supporting his educational track.
Yolanda Ramos briefly explained the Ceremonial Dress Codes. She suggested that if we are in need of new robes we wait until after the convention to order them. The dress code may be changing. Also, if the current dress code is maintained, it might be possible to buy used robes from courts that have dispersed.
Our next meeting is Saturday, September 14, 2024, at 10:00am at Nativity Church Hall.
The meeting came to a close with members saying the Memorare.
MAY 2024 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
May 11, 2024
Nativity Church Hall
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Cathy Moerman, Excused Absence
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
The minutes were read and approved.
TREASURER REPORT
Christine LaBuda reported a balance of $8,523.56.
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported that the next Adoration is Friday, June 7, 2024, from 8am to 8pm. Amy Baptiste will not be able to attend the June Adoration but will return in July. Also, we have a new volunteer: Brooke.
Patty also reported that she received a “thank you” from Pam Morris to our members for the Mass that will be said for her daughter, Katie. The Mass will take place Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 12:10pm at Old Mission Church.
Mina Lloyd commented on the beautiful flower arrangement in the Old Mission Chapel. From speaking to the ladies that are doing the flower arrangements she learned that they could use some more foam to arrange the flowers. Kathleen Clifton made the motion that we spend $40 to purchase foam from Amazon. Amy Baptiste seconded the motion. The members voted and the motion passed.
Rose Amaral reported that we received an election check in the amount of $508.00. We will be helping with the November election, hopefully at the same precinct. As a reminder, we receive $20 per person that attends the training sessions.
NEW BUSINESS
Patty Mueller, Nominating Chairman, presented the new slate of officers:
Mateja Brown, Regent
Rose Amaral, Vice Regent
Cathy Moerman, Treasurer
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
With no new names from the floor the new officers were accepted by all present. The ceremony for new officers will be held at our June 8, 2024 meeting. Christine LaBuda explained that new signatures and addresses will be needed for the checking account. Mateja Brown suggested we have three names on the new signature cards.
Rose Amaral announced that the scholarship presentation will be at our June meeting.
Mateja Brown stated that she talked to the Elks Club about having our 95th Anniversary Celebration at their facility. After a brief discussion, it was decided that it was too expensive. Yolanda Ramos suggested that we start a committee as soon as possible to find a location to hold the celebration. Once we have our new officers sworn in, we will make a committee.
The State Board is looking to our courts for help in putting together a Spiritual Bouquet for Regent Maria Santos Silva. Rose Amaral passed around a signup sheet to our members.
Our next meeting is Saturday, June 8, 2024, at Nativity Church Hall. Deacon Chuck Roeder was slated to speak at our June meeting but has been rescheduled for our September meeting.
The meeting came to a close with the members saying the Memorare.
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
May 11, 2024
Nativity Church Hall
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Cathy Moerman, Excused Absence
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
The minutes were read and approved.
TREASURER REPORT
Christine LaBuda reported a balance of $8,523.56.
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported that the next Adoration is Friday, June 7, 2024, from 8am to 8pm. Amy Baptiste will not be able to attend the June Adoration but will return in July. Also, we have a new volunteer: Brooke.
Patty also reported that she received a “thank you” from Pam Morris to our members for the Mass that will be said for her daughter, Katie. The Mass will take place Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 12:10pm at Old Mission Church.
Mina Lloyd commented on the beautiful flower arrangement in the Old Mission Chapel. From speaking to the ladies that are doing the flower arrangements she learned that they could use some more foam to arrange the flowers. Kathleen Clifton made the motion that we spend $40 to purchase foam from Amazon. Amy Baptiste seconded the motion. The members voted and the motion passed.
Rose Amaral reported that we received an election check in the amount of $508.00. We will be helping with the November election, hopefully at the same precinct. As a reminder, we receive $20 per person that attends the training sessions.
NEW BUSINESS
Patty Mueller, Nominating Chairman, presented the new slate of officers:
Mateja Brown, Regent
Rose Amaral, Vice Regent
Cathy Moerman, Treasurer
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
With no new names from the floor the new officers were accepted by all present. The ceremony for new officers will be held at our June 8, 2024 meeting. Christine LaBuda explained that new signatures and addresses will be needed for the checking account. Mateja Brown suggested we have three names on the new signature cards.
Rose Amaral announced that the scholarship presentation will be at our June meeting.
Mateja Brown stated that she talked to the Elks Club about having our 95th Anniversary Celebration at their facility. After a brief discussion, it was decided that it was too expensive. Yolanda Ramos suggested that we start a committee as soon as possible to find a location to hold the celebration. Once we have our new officers sworn in, we will make a committee.
The State Board is looking to our courts for help in putting together a Spiritual Bouquet for Regent Maria Santos Silva. Rose Amaral passed around a signup sheet to our members.
Our next meeting is Saturday, June 8, 2024, at Nativity Church Hall. Deacon Chuck Roeder was slated to speak at our June meeting but has been rescheduled for our September meeting.
The meeting came to a close with the members saying the Memorare.
APRIL 2024 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
April 11, 2024
Nativity Church Hall
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Cathy Moerman, Vice Regent
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
The minutes were read and approved with one correction: the spelling of Eusebia Lopez’s first name.
TREASURER REPORT:
Christine LaBuda reported a balance of $8,531.41.
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported that the next Adoration is Friday, May 3, 2024, 8:00am to 8:00pm. Kathleen Clifton asked if anyone would be willing to change their time slot with her. Rose Amaral said she would change with Kathleen. Rose Amaral will do the 9:00am to 10:00am shift and Kathleen Clifton will do the 3:00pm to 4:00pm shift.
Patty also announced that Pam, one of our Adoration volunteers, recently lost her daughter Katie. Patty made the motion that we have a Mass said in Katie’s honor. Nancy Page seconded the motion. Our members voted and passed the motion.
Rose Amaral asked if we should talk to the priests at Old Mission Church to request an announcement be made about Adoration. Mena Lloyd stated that the priests will not make the announcement at Mass because there is already an announcement in the bulletin.
Remember to call Christine LaBuda, (805) 235-7332 for prayer requests.
Reminder: dues are due.
CORRESPONDENCE
We received two thank-you notes from CAPSLO thanking us for the socks that we donated to their organization. We also received a thank-you note from Eusebia Lopez thanking us for helping her celebrate her 60th birthday.
Yvonne Connolly, CDA State Secretary, sent us a note saying she saw Marie Wilson’s 100th birthday picture in Share Magazine. Yvonne stated that Marie looked amazing.
NEW BUSINESS
We will have our scholarship presentation – Lillian Eckerman for $250 and Rose Amaral $500 – at our June meeting.
Catholic Daughters, Court 1162, is scheduled to work at the November election.
We will have our financial review after our May meeting.
October 12, 2025 is our 95th anniversary. Please think about a desirable location to hold our celebration that we can discuss at our next meeting.
Ceremony for our new officers will be held at our June meeting. Please join us in welcoming our new officers.
Catherine Moerman shared with CDA members information on the retreat given by Court Santa Maria #1079 at the Josephite Seminary. Sr. Ellen McCabe was the guest speaker and she spoke about having faith in God – that He will handle all our difficulties.
Our next meeting is Saturday, May 11, 2024 at Nativity Hall at 10.00am. Hopefully, Deacon Chuck Roeder will be our guest speaker telling us about his trip to Lourdes.
The meeting came to a close with the members saying the Memorare.
Kathleen Clifton, our guest speaker, spoke about her recent trip to Asia.
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
April 11, 2024
Nativity Church Hall
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Cathy Moerman, Vice Regent
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
The minutes were read and approved with one correction: the spelling of Eusebia Lopez’s first name.
TREASURER REPORT:
Christine LaBuda reported a balance of $8,531.41.
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported that the next Adoration is Friday, May 3, 2024, 8:00am to 8:00pm. Kathleen Clifton asked if anyone would be willing to change their time slot with her. Rose Amaral said she would change with Kathleen. Rose Amaral will do the 9:00am to 10:00am shift and Kathleen Clifton will do the 3:00pm to 4:00pm shift.
Patty also announced that Pam, one of our Adoration volunteers, recently lost her daughter Katie. Patty made the motion that we have a Mass said in Katie’s honor. Nancy Page seconded the motion. Our members voted and passed the motion.
Rose Amaral asked if we should talk to the priests at Old Mission Church to request an announcement be made about Adoration. Mena Lloyd stated that the priests will not make the announcement at Mass because there is already an announcement in the bulletin.
Remember to call Christine LaBuda, (805) 235-7332 for prayer requests.
Reminder: dues are due.
CORRESPONDENCE
We received two thank-you notes from CAPSLO thanking us for the socks that we donated to their organization. We also received a thank-you note from Eusebia Lopez thanking us for helping her celebrate her 60th birthday.
Yvonne Connolly, CDA State Secretary, sent us a note saying she saw Marie Wilson’s 100th birthday picture in Share Magazine. Yvonne stated that Marie looked amazing.
NEW BUSINESS
We will have our scholarship presentation – Lillian Eckerman for $250 and Rose Amaral $500 – at our June meeting.
Catholic Daughters, Court 1162, is scheduled to work at the November election.
We will have our financial review after our May meeting.
October 12, 2025 is our 95th anniversary. Please think about a desirable location to hold our celebration that we can discuss at our next meeting.
Ceremony for our new officers will be held at our June meeting. Please join us in welcoming our new officers.
Catherine Moerman shared with CDA members information on the retreat given by Court Santa Maria #1079 at the Josephite Seminary. Sr. Ellen McCabe was the guest speaker and she spoke about having faith in God – that He will handle all our difficulties.
Our next meeting is Saturday, May 11, 2024 at Nativity Hall at 10.00am. Hopefully, Deacon Chuck Roeder will be our guest speaker telling us about his trip to Lourdes.
The meeting came to a close with the members saying the Memorare.
Kathleen Clifton, our guest speaker, spoke about her recent trip to Asia.
MARCH 2024 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
March 9, 2024
Nativity Church Hall
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Cathy Moerman, Vice Regent
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary, absent
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary, absent
Minutes were read and approved as read.
CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
TREASURER REPORT
Christine LaBuda reported a balance of $8634.72.
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported that Adoration went well, shifts were able to be covered with the help of Francis and Jesusa.
Rose Amaral reported our $30 dues are now due. Seven people have dues outstanding and notices were being sent.
Rose thanked all those who helped with the polling and is hoping that for the November elections to have the same spot
We still need guest speakers and Josh Clifton will not be able to make it for April.
New officers’ elections are on the way as Patti Mueller is going to be the nominating chair.
NEW BUSINESS
March 23rd is the Santa Maria recollection retreat: Many of the members went least year and it was enjoyed by all who attended. Its $50 per court and includes Mass, lunch and guest speakers. Pot luck salad is needed from those who attend. We have quite a few who are wanting to attend and Rose Amaral will figure out the carpooling as many people who have gone in years past were not in attendance at the meeting.
Deacon Juan was our guest speaker and talked about practicing being one with our contemplative self.
Eusabia’s 60th birthday!
Our next meeting is April 13th at the Nativity Hall at 10am.
The meeting came to a close with the members saying the Memorare.
FEBRUARY 2024 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
February 17, 2024
Nativity Church Hall
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Cathy Moerman, Vice Regent
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary, absent
Minutes were read and approved with minor spelling corrections to names.
CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer,
Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
TREASURER REPORT
Christine LaBuda reported a balance of $8555.62.
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported that Adoration went well, and that her (Patty) and another member would for switch spots for March’s because of previously made appointment.
Rose Amaral reported our $30 dues are now due. It was asked if anyone has thought of setting up a scholarship in their name. Members were encouraged to think about it.
All slots for the March 5th election Adopt a poll have been filled and schedule has been passed out to those working the election!
We are still looking for ideas on guest speakers and it was suggested either Deacon Chuck or Deacon Juan and how one of them was chosen to go to Lourdes. Mina shared her trip adventures and we suggested that she should also fill a slot as guest speaker. In April we will be welcoming back guest speaker Josh Clifton along with the return of Kathleen Clifton from her travels.
Our Court will be having our election for board members in the near future. In March current officers will state whether or not they want to stay in their current positions.
In April the nominating committee (2 people who are willing to call or reach out to members) will present the nominees for officers. In May we will vote if more than one candidate is selected for a slot. In June new officers will take over.
NEW BUSINESS
March 23rd is the Santa Maria recollection retreat: Many of the members went last year and it was enjoyed by all who attended. Its $50 per court and includes Mass, lunch and guest speakers. Pot luck salad for those who attend.
Every Friday at the Old Mission at 6:30 there is a Bilingual Rosary and soup afterwards. Spots available to make/ serve soup.
Jim Brabeck was able to join us as our guest speaker. He spoke about his life and how he found his faith. He works with the homebound ministry and serving at Juvenile centers. Jim reminded us that we all have our own stories of faith.
Nativity Church may have setup for Easter/Lent going on March 9th for now our next meeting is still slated for 10 am at Nativity Hall.
The meeting came to a close with the members saying the Memorare.
JANUARY 2024 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
January 13, 2024
Nativity Church Hall
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Cathy Moerman, Vice Regent
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
Minutes were read and approved.
CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
TREASURER REPORT
Christine LaBuda reported a balance of $8,337.82. We have one outstanding check made out to Yolanda Ramirez. Christine also reported that our guest speaker, Jim Brabeck, is unable to attend our meeting today due to an illness.
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported that Adoration went well, but the Chapel was very cold. After some discussion Patty made the motion that we purchase a space heater for the chapel. Amy Baptiste seconded the motion. The members voted and the motion was passed. Nancy Page made the motion that we spend $65 plus tax to purchase. Patty Muller seconded the motion. Motion voted on and passed. Mena Lloyd will purchase from Costco. Mena Lloyd will ask the priests to announce Adoration at every Mass. Our next Adoration will be February 2, 2024, 8:00am to 8:00pm.
Cathy Moerman reported that people are need for the ministries. If you are interested, please let her know.
Christine LaBuda stated because of HIPAA regulations, prayer requests must be requested directly to her. Nancy Page asked for prayers for her sister, Michelle, that she have a speedy recovery from her surgery.
NEW BUSINESS
Rose Amaral reported our $30 dues are now due. It was asked if anyone has thought of setting up a scholarship in their name. Members were encouraged to think about it.
If you are interested in working at the March 5th election, please sign the signup sheet that is being passed around. This is our big fundraiser, so please think about working part of the day. We will be working the polls at the Church of the Nazarene on Johnson Avenue. More information will be available at our next meeting.
Nativity Church is having a retreat on February 10, 2024, and their hall is unavailable for our next meeting. Nancy Page made the motion we have our next meeting February 17, 2024, at Nativity Church Hall. Cathy Selby seconded the motion. Motion voted on and passed. Rose Amaral asked Kathleen Clifton to ask if we can put an announcement about the meeting in the February 3rd and February 10th bulletins. She was also asked to mention that our guest speaker will be Jim Brabeck.
Our Court will be having our election for board members in the near future. If you are interested in serving on the board, please let the nominating committee know.
The meeting came to a close with the members saying the Memorare.
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
January 13, 2024
Nativity Church Hall
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Cathy Moerman, Vice Regent
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
Minutes were read and approved.
CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
TREASURER REPORT
Christine LaBuda reported a balance of $8,337.82. We have one outstanding check made out to Yolanda Ramirez. Christine also reported that our guest speaker, Jim Brabeck, is unable to attend our meeting today due to an illness.
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported that Adoration went well, but the Chapel was very cold. After some discussion Patty made the motion that we purchase a space heater for the chapel. Amy Baptiste seconded the motion. The members voted and the motion was passed. Nancy Page made the motion that we spend $65 plus tax to purchase. Patty Muller seconded the motion. Motion voted on and passed. Mena Lloyd will purchase from Costco. Mena Lloyd will ask the priests to announce Adoration at every Mass. Our next Adoration will be February 2, 2024, 8:00am to 8:00pm.
Cathy Moerman reported that people are need for the ministries. If you are interested, please let her know.
Christine LaBuda stated because of HIPAA regulations, prayer requests must be requested directly to her. Nancy Page asked for prayers for her sister, Michelle, that she have a speedy recovery from her surgery.
NEW BUSINESS
Rose Amaral reported our $30 dues are now due. It was asked if anyone has thought of setting up a scholarship in their name. Members were encouraged to think about it.
If you are interested in working at the March 5th election, please sign the signup sheet that is being passed around. This is our big fundraiser, so please think about working part of the day. We will be working the polls at the Church of the Nazarene on Johnson Avenue. More information will be available at our next meeting.
Nativity Church is having a retreat on February 10, 2024, and their hall is unavailable for our next meeting. Nancy Page made the motion we have our next meeting February 17, 2024, at Nativity Church Hall. Cathy Selby seconded the motion. Motion voted on and passed. Rose Amaral asked Kathleen Clifton to ask if we can put an announcement about the meeting in the February 3rd and February 10th bulletins. She was also asked to mention that our guest speaker will be Jim Brabeck.
Our Court will be having our election for board members in the near future. If you are interested in serving on the board, please let the nominating committee know.
The meeting came to a close with the members saying the Memorare.
DECEMBER 2023 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
December 9, 2023
Nativity Church Hall
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Cathy Moerman, Vice Regent
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary, absent
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary, absent
The minutes were read and approved.
- Nicole started the meeting off with a 5 minute quiz of pictures depicting Christmas carols and we had to guess them. The two people had the most correct got to take a poinsettia home. First place (Mateja Brown) guessed 22 correct and the second place (Christine LaBuda) got 10 correct. See last page for quiz.
- Rose did a drawing for a third poinsettia and that was won by Elsa.
TREASURER REPORT
- Christine LaBuda reported a balance of $8,500.22. 2 checks for CDA state dues, a check for Nativity, a check for St. Vincent’s,and a check CDA national dues were negotiated. Yolanda’s gas check and Pregnancy and Parent Support guest speaker check are still outstanding.
OLD BUSINESS
- Adoration- had to close early due to the time change, one person couldn’t make their shift and it was hard to find someone to get ahold of to cover….Adoration volunteers don’t have to come from us nor will we get assistance from Mission office staff in case of emergency.
- Remember to call Christine LaBuda at (805) 235-7332 for prayer requests.
- March 5th we will be hosting another Adopt a poll polling place for the primaries. Deedle and Rose will be looking for volunteers to help out during the day.
- Scholarships- we are currently down to 2 scholarships that are given out in June. If interested in creating a scholarship let Rose or Christina LaBuda know.
- Looking for more guest speakers.
- Nicole lead us in many Christmas carols and read to us a beautiful book called The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey by Susan Wojciechowski.
- The next Mass at Old Mission Cemetery is Saturday, January 6th at 10:00am.
- Our next meeting is Saturday, January 13, 2023, at the Nativity Church Hall at 10:00am.
The meeting came to a close with the members saying the Memorare.
NOVEMBER 2023 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
November 11, 2023
Nativity Church Hall
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Cathy Moerman, Vice Regent
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
The minutes were read and approved.
CORRESPONDENCE
We received a thank-you note from Linda Hall’s family.
TREASURER REPORT
Christine LaBuda reported a balance of $9,252.22
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller was not in attendance, but Rose Amaral reported that the next Adoration is Friday, December 1, 2023, 8:00am to 8:00pm. It was suggested we ask the priests to announce Adoration after all the Sunday Masses. Mena volunteered to talk to the priests.
Remember to call Christine LaBuda at (805) 235-7332 for prayer requests.
Cathy Moerman reported that the Santa Maria Memorial Mass/lunch was very moving. Fr. Tom gave a very long, but meaningful and beautiful homily.
Christine LaBuda reported that she met with Deacon Tom from Nativity Church asking if Catholic Daughters should be paying rent fees for using their hall once a month. Deacon Tom gave an adamant “NO!” Christine told the CDA members that Nativity Church has an account called “Capital Campaign” that is used for remodeling the church. She has one of their special envelopes that could be used for a donation to that account. After a long discussion, Amy Baptiste made the motion that we donate $100 every Fall and Spring to the capital campaign. Cathy Serby seconded the motion. The members voted and the motion passed. The first check will be written today and delivered at the Sunday Mass, November 12, 2023. The second check will be given in May.
Christine LaBuda reported she met with the St. Vincent de Paul members. Because we will not have any seminarians for the next four years, it was discussed if local CDA would want to make a donation to our St. Vincent de Paul organization. Nancy Page made the motion we donate $50 every three months. After some discussion, Nicole Johnson made the motion we give $100 every three months for the next year and then revisit the matter later. Amy Baptiste seconded the motion. CDA members voted and passed the motion.
NEW BUSINESS
A committee of Catholic Daughters from many parts of our nation has been appointed by the National Board to study the use of our ceremonial robes. A brief survey was handed out to our members. Please fill out the survey and deliver to Rose Amaral at our next meeting.
Rose asked the members for any suggestions for a speaker for our December meeting. Fr. Gabriel was one of the suggestions. Rose will call and ask if he is available.
We have received an invitation from the Lompoc Court for their Christmas auction and luncheon on Saturday, December 2, 2023. If interested, please contact Rose Amaral.
We received an invitation from the Santa Barbara Court inviting us to their 107th anniversary to be held Saturday, December 9th, 2023. Because that is the date of our next meeting, Rose will RSVP for our Court saying we are unable to attend..
The next Mass at Old Mission Cemetery is Saturday, December 2nd at 10:00am.
Our next meeting is Saturday, December 9, 2023, at the Nativity Church Hall at 10:00am. If you would like to bring a $5 to $10 dollar donation in lieu of a Christmas gift exchange for The Tree of Life, please bring to our next meeting.
The meeting came to a close with the members saying the Memorare.
After the meeting our guest speaker Cami Statler, Executive Director, Pregnancy and Parenting Support, formally known as ALPHA, gave a very interesting and informative talk on exactly what Pregnancy and Parenting Support of San Luis Obispo County provides for families in our area.
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
November 11, 2023
Nativity Church Hall
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Cathy Moerman, Vice Regent
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
The minutes were read and approved.
CORRESPONDENCE
We received a thank-you note from Linda Hall’s family.
TREASURER REPORT
Christine LaBuda reported a balance of $9,252.22
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller was not in attendance, but Rose Amaral reported that the next Adoration is Friday, December 1, 2023, 8:00am to 8:00pm. It was suggested we ask the priests to announce Adoration after all the Sunday Masses. Mena volunteered to talk to the priests.
Remember to call Christine LaBuda at (805) 235-7332 for prayer requests.
Cathy Moerman reported that the Santa Maria Memorial Mass/lunch was very moving. Fr. Tom gave a very long, but meaningful and beautiful homily.
Christine LaBuda reported that she met with Deacon Tom from Nativity Church asking if Catholic Daughters should be paying rent fees for using their hall once a month. Deacon Tom gave an adamant “NO!” Christine told the CDA members that Nativity Church has an account called “Capital Campaign” that is used for remodeling the church. She has one of their special envelopes that could be used for a donation to that account. After a long discussion, Amy Baptiste made the motion that we donate $100 every Fall and Spring to the capital campaign. Cathy Serby seconded the motion. The members voted and the motion passed. The first check will be written today and delivered at the Sunday Mass, November 12, 2023. The second check will be given in May.
Christine LaBuda reported she met with the St. Vincent de Paul members. Because we will not have any seminarians for the next four years, it was discussed if local CDA would want to make a donation to our St. Vincent de Paul organization. Nancy Page made the motion we donate $50 every three months. After some discussion, Nicole Johnson made the motion we give $100 every three months for the next year and then revisit the matter later. Amy Baptiste seconded the motion. CDA members voted and passed the motion.
NEW BUSINESS
A committee of Catholic Daughters from many parts of our nation has been appointed by the National Board to study the use of our ceremonial robes. A brief survey was handed out to our members. Please fill out the survey and deliver to Rose Amaral at our next meeting.
Rose asked the members for any suggestions for a speaker for our December meeting. Fr. Gabriel was one of the suggestions. Rose will call and ask if he is available.
We have received an invitation from the Lompoc Court for their Christmas auction and luncheon on Saturday, December 2, 2023. If interested, please contact Rose Amaral.
We received an invitation from the Santa Barbara Court inviting us to their 107th anniversary to be held Saturday, December 9th, 2023. Because that is the date of our next meeting, Rose will RSVP for our Court saying we are unable to attend..
The next Mass at Old Mission Cemetery is Saturday, December 2nd at 10:00am.
Our next meeting is Saturday, December 9, 2023, at the Nativity Church Hall at 10:00am. If you would like to bring a $5 to $10 dollar donation in lieu of a Christmas gift exchange for The Tree of Life, please bring to our next meeting.
The meeting came to a close with the members saying the Memorare.
After the meeting our guest speaker Cami Statler, Executive Director, Pregnancy and Parenting Support, formally known as ALPHA, gave a very interesting and informative talk on exactly what Pregnancy and Parenting Support of San Luis Obispo County provides for families in our area.
OCTOBER 2023 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
October 14, 2023
Nativity Church Hall
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Cathy Moerman, Vice Regent
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary Excused Absent
Two Guests were in attendance.
Rhonda Farris Garris
Yolanda Ramos, CDA District Deputy
The minutes were read and corrected….”Mass for Marie Wilson will be held at Our Lady of Nativity Church” not Old Mission Church. Approved as corrected.
TREASURER REPORT:
Christine LaBuda reported as of 9/23/23 a balance of $9,253.22.
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported October’s First Friday Adoration went very well. The next months adoration will be November 3rd 8:00am to 7:00pm with a ‘Healing Mass’ to follow.
Remember to call Christine LaBuda at (805) 235-7332 if you know of someone who needs to be placed on the prayer chain.
NEW BUSINESS
Yolanda Ramos explained the tradition of the annual Memorial Mass on the 1st Sunday of November. Each of four courts taking turns hosting it. This year the Memorial Mass will be held at St. Mary’s Church in Santa Maria at 9:30am. Brunch will follow at Crumbles restaurant in Santa Maria.
Discussion about how we as a court would like to ‘give back’ to Our Lady of Nativity for use of their church hall. Jane & Patty suggested perhaps paying $100.00 every 6 months. Christine LaBuda volunteered to speak with Father Pennington, Kayla or Deacon Tom to find out if there is a need we could fill i.e. reception after their 8:00am Sunday mass
or any other ways we could help out.
Rose Amaral asked if there are any new seminarians we could help support. No one present knew of any new seminarians.
A motion was made by Jane Baker to Pay $25.00 for gas to help pay for gas to our CDA District Deputy Yolanda Ramos who has to travel from Santa Maria to help us out. The motion was seconded by Amy Baptiste.
Financial Review will take place after this meeting. We will need 3 book officers and 3 members.
Maggie Tonascia & Cathy Moerman had birthdays in October!
Prayer mass sympathy cards have been sent to Linda Hall’s family and Loretta Bonjour for loss of Granddaughter from Catholic Daughters.
Cathy Moerman mentioned CA CDA prays a Rosary every 2nd Thursday of the month at 6:00pm PST via Zoom.
Zoom log in information
Meeting ID: 884 6902 9376
Passcode: CACCDA
Our next meeting is Saturday, November 11, 2023, 10:00am at Nativity Church Hall.
The meeting came to a close with our members reciting the Memorare.
SEPTEMBER 2023 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
September 9, 2023
Chapel of the Risen Christ
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Cathy Moreman, Vice Regent
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
The minutes were read and approved. Rose Amaral suggested the word “court” be used instead of “chapter” when referring to our CDA group.
TREASURER REPORT:
Christine LaBuda reported a balance of $9,506.34.
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported that the next Adoration is Friday, October 6, 2023, 8:00am to 8:00pm.
Eusebia Lopez reported that the Healing Mass was well attended, and that the Hispanic community is playing a big role in its success.
Rose Amaral announced that the plaque has been placed on the back of the new kneeler that our CDA court donated. Zena Atiya asked what happened to the kneeler chairs in the chapel. Mena Lloyd said she will ask where they went and if possible, if can we have them back.
Remember to call Christine LaBuda for prayer requests.
Rose Amaral reported that the Old Mission Parish BBQ was busy but went well. Also, she talked to Liz Clark and a suggestion was made that we have tubs for water at two different locations. It was also suggested that we have two people serving up ice, one for the iced tea and one for the lemonade. Eusebia told our group that many of the stations will be moved around to different locations for the next BBQ. Rose thanked Amy Baptiste, Patty Mueller, Kathleen Clifton and Nance Page for serving up drinks during the BBQ. Also, a big thank you to Cathy Moreman and Mateja Brown for working the ministry table the whole afternoon.
NEW BUSINESS
Rose Amaral reported that she received a flyer about the leadership meeting from Yvonne Connolly that will be held September 23, 2023, at Nativity Hall. Unfortunately, the flyer was not very clear and Rose has a few questions to follow up on. Rose will call Yvonne and get back to Kathleen Clifton who will send an email out to our members by September 15, 2023 with all the correct information.
Eusebia Lopez announced that a birthday Mass for Marie Wilson will be held September 30, 2023, at 4:00pm at Old Mission Church. Happy 100th Birthday to Marie Wilson! Eusebia will ask if the mission hall is available for a small reception after the Mass. If the hall is not available, the reception will be held at Marie’s home. Kathleen will send out an email to let our members know where the reception will be held.
Our next meeting will be held on October 14, 2023 at Nativity Church Hall, starting at 10:00am.
The meeting came to a close with the members saying the Memorare. After the meeting, many of our members attended the 11:00am Mass in the Chapel of the Risen Christ.
JUNE 2023 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
June 10, 2023
Nativity Church Hall
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Christine LaBuda, Excused Absence
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Cathy Moerman, Excused Absence
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
The minutes were read and approved with two corrections: corrected spelling of correspondence and changed the year from 2022 to 2023.
TREASURER REPORT:
Due to the absence of Christine LaBuda, there is no financial report.
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported that the next Adoration is Friday, July 7th, 8am to 8pm. Thank you to the following members for stepping in and helping with the June 2nd, 2023 Adoration: Amy Baptiste, Cathy Moerman, Francis Meehan, and Nancy Page. Eusebia Lopez and Mena Lloyd will get volunteers for the 4pm to 8pm shifts. Because of the low attendance, Rose Amaral suggested we ask the priests to announce Adoration after the Sunday Masses. Mena volunteered to talk to the priests.
Rose Amaral announced that the new kneeler for the chapel has arrived. The priests have expressed a concern over the kneeler being left out, which could cause someone to trip over it. They have asked us to please put the kneeler out only for Adoration.
Mateja Brown announced that the plaque for the kneeler has arrived and shared it with the chapter members.
Mena Lloyd reported that the dues have been turned over to the State.
A prayer request went out to all the members to pray for a speedy recovery for Christine LaBuda.
NEW BUSINESS
For those who would like to attend, there is a Mission Parish BBQ meeting on Wednesday, June 14th, 2023, at 4pm. The picnic is Sunday, August 20th, 2023. Our chapter will provide lemonade for the event.
Mass at the Mission cemetery is Saturday, July 1st, 2023, at 10am.
We received an invitation for the 95th Anniversary celebration from Santa Maria Court. Sadly, the celebration is on the same day as our first meeting in September. After a brief discussion, it was decided that Rose will call St. Mary’s Church and have a Mass said for them.
Mena Lloyd reported to the chapter members that the gay community will be attending the Dodgers baseball game on June 17th, 2023. If you would like to march and pray in protest, please meet at the Los Angeles Cathedral at 4pm.
We have no CDA meetings in the months of July and August. We hope to see everyone at our next meeting on Saturday, September 9th, 2023, 10am, Nativity Church Hall.
The meeting came to a close with the chapter joining in saying a prayer to St. Jude followed by the Memorare.
After our meeting we presented the following students with these scholarships:
Lillian Eckerman … Addison Enamorado
Katherine Stieger … Fiona Sweeney
Rose Amaral … Mariposa Morrisey
May 2023 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
Nativity Church Hall
May 13, 2023
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA membersjoined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Cathy Moerman, Vice Regent
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
Mena Lloyd, Excused Absent
The minutes were read and approved with one correction. The kneeler will be donated to the Mission, but placed in the Chapel.
TREASURER REPORT:
Christine LaBuda reported a balance of $9,517.34.
OLD BUSINESS
Rose Amaral presented information about the Prayer Kneeler we are interested in purchasing from Amazon. Nichole Johnson made the motion that we purchase the kneeler. Amy Baptiste 2nd the motion. The motion was passed by the members. Mateja Brown suggested we purchase a plaque to be placed on the kneeler saying “Gifted by Catholic Daughters Court 1162, May 2023. “ Amy Baptiste made the motion we purchase the plaque Nancy Page 2nd the motion. The motion was passed by the members.
Patty Mueller announced the next Adoration will be Friday June 2nd from 8:00am to 8:00pm. Patty has 3 slots that need to be filled, 12pm-1:00pm, l:00pm-2:00pm, and 2:00-3:00pm.
Remember to call Christine LaBuda at (805) 235-7332 if you know of someone who needs to be placed on the prayer chain.
Eusebia Lopez reported 70 priests attended the Priest Dinner. The dinner was catered by The Bridge. The dinner was excellent and well done. Cathy Moerman said there was a beautiful sense of community. Frances suggested we do a St. Patrick’s Day dinner as a fund raiser. Cathy Moerman reported the Old Mission Parish will be having a BBQ August 20, 2023.
Rose Amaral received an invitation from the Santa Maria Court inviting us to their 95th anniversary celebration. Sadly the anniversary celebration is on the same day as our September meeting. Nancy Page motioned we keep our meeting as scheduled, Amy Baptiste 2nd the motion, motion passed. Patty Mueller made the motion we have a Mass said for the Santa Maria 95th anniversary, Nichole Johnson 2nd the motion, motion passed.
Mateja Brown announced she will be ordering new name badges for us. If you would like to purchase one, please order at our June meeting.
There will be a financial review with Maria Santos following our meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
Three scholarships will be given out at our June meeting.
Katherine Stieger $283.00
Lillian Eckerman $250.00
Rose Amaral $500.00
Eusebia Lopez suggested we pass around a signup sheet for our June meeting potluck.
St. Vincent De Paul is in desperate need of volunteers. If you would like to volunteer please contact Linda Garcia Inchausti at (805) 440-8972.
Cathy Moerman reported Old Mission Parish will be having a BBQ August 20, 2023. There will be a meeting on May 17th at 4:00pm in the Parish Hall if you would like to help organize the event.
Mass at Old Mission Cemetery is Saturday, June 3, 2023
CORRESPONDSE
We received a thank you note from Marie Wilson thanking us for our prayers and helping her through the sadness of losing her husband of 77 years, Paul.
Kathleen Clifton did not read her thank you note, but instead said a personal thank you for all the love, support, prayers and masses she received after losing her husband of 50 years, Steve.
Our next meeting is June 10, 2022, Nativity Church Hall, at 10:00am. The meeting came to a close with our members reciting the Memorare.
April 2023 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
April 15, 2023 at Nativity Church Hall
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance (No Quorum):
Rose Amaral, Regent
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Treasurer’s report: Christine LaBuda reported our account had $9654.22. We had a deposit of $60 from dues and two checks were cashed one by Rose Amaral ($32.53 Prado Donations) and the other by Fr. Martin Cain ($50.00 guest speaker)
Old Business:
- Patty Mueller- First Friday Adoration: April 7th was canceled due to Holy Week events. New signup sheets with contact info will be there at the chapel. It now closes at 8 pm and will resume May 5th
- Prayer request: if you have request remember to reach out Christine LaBuda at (805)235-7332 and if leaving a message to leave your name, your phone number, and the first name of who needs the request.
- Financial review is postponed until next month (May 13 at 1:00 PM) (3 members and 3 book officers)
- Mateja
- Nancy
- Amy
- Mateja Brown- Badges- Please see me or reach out to me by the meeting on May 13th if you want to order a badge or have one as a spare. Options are a purple background with white engraved letters ($9.80) or a white background with black letters and our logo ($6.00). Both are magnetic backing. Both fees include tax and shipping.
- Jane Baker- Retreat- it was a lovely event. Jane said that the seminary was the perfect venue as it was able to accommodate everyone. It was great to be able to attend reconciliation. There was attendees from Santa Maria, Lompoc, Fresno and San Luis Obispo. The potluck had a lot of food and was enjoyed by all!
New Business:
- Welcome to Gloria and Lynn, new Catholic Daughter members.
- Rose/ Christine- Kneeler for adoration. Fr Martin Cain did give us the go ahead on getting one. Rose and Christine have found a couple of websites that have kneelers for sale with little to no shipping costs and are foldable that way if it needs it to be moved out of the way it can be. Rose and Christine are wanting us to consider gifting it to the mission and get a small engraved plaque to put on it saying it was the Catholic Daughters who gifted it (Mateja might be able to help with this). The group will most likely vote on one at our May 13th meeting.
- Reminder: Steve Clifton’s Services
- Thursday April 20th: viewing 4-6pm at Reis Mortuary, rosary at 6pm
- Friday April 21st funeral at 10 am at Old Mission and reception to follow at Madonna inn
- Paul Wilson’s Funeral service are forthcoming: however, Marie is home from the hospital.
- Discussion on guest speakers for the future. Some suggestions were Tree of Life, Women Aide and Deacon Tom O’Brien from Nativity.
- Mass at old Mission cemetery is May 6th at 10 am.
- Meeting was concluded with members saying the Memorare.
March 2023 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
March 11, 2023 at Nativity Church Hall
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Cathy Moerman, Vice Regent
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary- excused
The minutes were read and approved.
TREASURER REPORT:
- Christine Labuda reported a balance of $9,586.75. A deposit of $360 from dues was made and 2 checks were cashed one by Rose Amaral (Prado reimbursement) and the other a guest speaker check for Fr. Clifton.
OLD BUSINESS
- Patty Mueller reported March’s First Friday Adoration went well. And that it was closing at 6:15 for Stations of the Cross… 8pm closure will resume next month.
- Remember to call Christine LaBuda at (805) 235-7332 if you know of someone who needs to be placed on the prayer chain.
- Prayer texts from Pope Francis – flyers given out to those who didn’t get one last time.
- April 15- Financial review (3 members and 3 officers needed)
- Santa Maria Court will have a retreat of recollection on March 25th
NEW BUSINESS
- Dues- Dues were collected in February. Please pay now if you haven’t.
- Prayer chain (Christine LaBuda)- Remember to call or text Christine LaBuda at (805) 235-7332 if you know of someone who needs to be placed on the prayer chain. If leaving a message please include your name, your phone number and the first name of who needs the prayers.
- Cathy Moerman- talked about the new calendar that will be at the meeting and how it will have birthdays and other activities that Catholic Daughters are doing aside from our meetings. It was mentioned that we do take a hiatus during the months of July and August. Mateja will help set up and add things to the calendar as needed.
- September 9th meeting- Rose asked for us to think about the meeting on September 9th as the Santa Maria court is celebrating their 95th anniversary that day with mass and a celebration to follow at the Santa Maria inn. We can choose to have our meeting on September 2nd (Labor Day weekend) or try September 16th which might fall on Nativity’s jubilee weekend.
- Santa Maria Court has invited us to Day of Recollection Retreat on March 25, 2023 from 10:00am to 3:00pm.If going bring a salad for 8 to share (donation to seminary is optional). Beverages and dessert will be provided. Please RSVP by March 17, 2023 to Regent Yolanda Ramos at (805) 878-3913.
- Adoration chapel Kneeler- Found a few on the web that we would like to invest in. Christine and others are concerned that with possible renovations for insulation and air duct work to bring in heat would make the job more cumbersome with the kneelers in the way and to hold off for now.
- Rose presented us with a lovely thank you note from Principle Tess Barket and staff thanking us for the opportunity to have her come as well as the donation of pencils. Rose swore in new Members: Mateja, Martha, Jane and Jessica with membership pledge, prayer card, rosary pouch, and prayer card.
- Rose also had a donation of socks for the Prado center which the money for the donations comes out our operational account for catholic daughters. We have a separate accounts of our scholarships.
- Christine LaBuda was able to secure six scarves and those who expressed interest were and able to buy them at $10 each and if making a check please make it out to Christine LaBuda.
- Catholic Daughter’s Closet- Things have been inventoried and organized but now we need to bring them over to use at our meetings. Name badges in a box from previous years might be there. Work day is Tuesday March 14th 1pm at the Mission.
- Badges- Some already have a badge and feel to continuing using it if you want to. If you want a spare or don’t have one and would like to have one made Mateja has found two options:
- Option 1: A white 2in by 3in with black letters, our emblem and court name and # under your name. $6 (local business in Atascadero- Recognition works)
- Option 2: A purple 1in by 3in with white engraved letters with court name and number below your name – $9.80 (Etsy)
- Please reach out to Mateja (text 805-610-4894, email [email protected] or in person) by our meeting in May if you would like to order a badge, have questions, or would like to the see a visual of the 2 design options. Prices include all tax and fees associated with making the badge. Mateja will collect funds when she receives badges (most likely the June meeting).
- Mass at Old Mission Cemetery is Saturday, April 1, 2023 at 10:00am.
- Our next meeting will be moved to Saturday, April 15 at 10 am due to Holy week events. With the financial review to take place after lunch. For the Financial review we need 3 members and 3 officers.
- Fr. Martin Cain was our guest speaker.
- The meeting came to a close with a blessing from Fr Martin Cain.
February 2023 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America Court #1162
February 11, 2023
Nativity Church Hall
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Cathy Moerman, Vice Regent
Kathleen Clifton, Secretary
Two Guests were in attendance.
Jessica Olivos
Martha Lanbacoer
The minutes were read and approved.
TREASURER REPORT:
Christine Labuda reported a balance of $9,320.75.
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported February’s First Friday Adoration went well. Francis Meehan’s friend came and helped out. Eusebia Lopez reported that there was a good showing of people with the extended hours to 8:00pm. Moira suggested we put Adoration information in the Nativity Church bulletin. Thank you to all the volunteers and our next Adoration will be March 3, 2023 with extended hours to 8:00pm.
Remember to call Christine LaBuda at (805) 235-7332 if you know of someone who needs to be placed on the prayer chain.
NEW BUSINESS
Our January meeting was cancelled due to rain. Our dues are now due.
Cathy Moerman explained how to receive a daily message from the Pope. She also shared with us the website to receive Scripture & Prayer Reflections from Pontifical Mission Societies in the United States. The website is missio.lpages.co/advice-from-pope-francis-every-day/
Santa Maria Court has invited us to Day of Recollection Retreat on March 25, 2023 from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Please bring a salad to share for a potluck lunch. Beverages will be provided. Please RSVP a head count by March 17, 2023 to Regent Yolanda Ramos at (805) 878-3913.
Rose announced that she is looking into a kneeler for the chapel. Kathy Clifton suggested we look at what Amazon has to offer. Rose said that she would talk to Fr. Martin Cain to see if he would approve the purchase.
Christine LaBuda asked if anyone would like to purchase a CDA scarf.
Financial Review will take place April 15, 2023. We will need 3 book officers and 3 members.
Elsa Jerusalem has a birthday in February!
Mass at Old Mission Cemetery is Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 10:00am.
Our next meeting is Saturday, March 11, 2023, 10:00am at Nativity Church Hall.
The meeting came to a close with our members reciting the Memorare.
DECEMBER 2022 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America
Court #1162
catholicdaughtersslo.com
December 10, 2022
Nativity Church Hall
Elsa Jerusalem led the CDA members in the Rosary.
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Cathy Moerman, Vice Regent
Kathleen Clifton, Excused Absent
Rev. Father Raphael Reniva joined us in praying the rosary and was our guest speaker.
OLD BUSINESS
The minutes were read and approved.
Christine Labuda reported a balance of $9,208.82. We have one outstanding check to Fr.Travis.
We took up a collection for a donation to The Tree of Life.
We will be collecting dues ($30.00) for next years membership later as membership fees are due in January.
Patty Mueller reported Novembers’ First Friday Adoration went well, yet she could still use more volunteers. Please call Patty at (805) 400-7766 if you wish to help. Next First Friday Adoration will be Friday, January 6, 2023 8:00am-4:00pm begin closing at 3:30pm held in the Chapel at Old Mission SLO. There was discussion of trying to extend the hours eventually so people that work during the day can attend Adoration in the evening. Also Rose reported they have found a kneeler in the attic that could be used in the chapel.
Remember to call Christine LaBuda at (805) 235-7332 if you know of someone who needs to be placed on the prayer chain.
Rose reported we will continue making donations in the form of socks (over 150 pairs of socks), detergent and other needed supplies to Prado even though they have received a huge five million dollar monetary donation, from a large organization.
NEW BUSINESS
Rose Amaral, Christine La Buda, Mina Lloyd and Cathy Moerman met at Old Mission SLO to go through and organize the closet of necessary Catholic Daughters supplies and history items.
Christine La Buda told us she is looking into purchasing CDA scarves and made an inquiry into how many people would be interested in purchasing one. Rose announced that our court #1162 turned 92 years old this past October 12th.
We enjoyed a lovely Christmas luncheon catered by Olive Garden. Along with a raffle for a beautiful Poinsettia.
Correspondence…we received:
Thank you from Lauren Watson for the scholarship.
Thank you from CDA Santa Barbara Court for our gift of masses.
Lompoc CDA court asking for prayers.
Note from County of San Luis Obispo regarding ‘Adopt a poll’.
Invitation to attend CDA La Purisma Court 85th Birthday Celebration.
Rose will take 15 pairs of socks to Prado Center.
Next Mass at the Old Mission Cemetery will be Saturday, January 7, 2023 at 10:00am.
January’s guest speaker to be Mrs. Tess Barket, Principal of Old Mission School.
Our next meeting is Saturday, January 14, 2023 at 10:00am.
Nativity Church Hall.
The meeting came to a close with our members reciting the Memorare.
Catholic Daughters of America
Court #1162
catholicdaughtersslo.com
December 10, 2022
Nativity Church Hall
Elsa Jerusalem led the CDA members in the Rosary.
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Cathy Moerman, Vice Regent
Kathleen Clifton, Excused Absent
Rev. Father Raphael Reniva joined us in praying the rosary and was our guest speaker.
OLD BUSINESS
The minutes were read and approved.
Christine Labuda reported a balance of $9,208.82. We have one outstanding check to Fr.Travis.
We took up a collection for a donation to The Tree of Life.
We will be collecting dues ($30.00) for next years membership later as membership fees are due in January.
Patty Mueller reported Novembers’ First Friday Adoration went well, yet she could still use more volunteers. Please call Patty at (805) 400-7766 if you wish to help. Next First Friday Adoration will be Friday, January 6, 2023 8:00am-4:00pm begin closing at 3:30pm held in the Chapel at Old Mission SLO. There was discussion of trying to extend the hours eventually so people that work during the day can attend Adoration in the evening. Also Rose reported they have found a kneeler in the attic that could be used in the chapel.
Remember to call Christine LaBuda at (805) 235-7332 if you know of someone who needs to be placed on the prayer chain.
Rose reported we will continue making donations in the form of socks (over 150 pairs of socks), detergent and other needed supplies to Prado even though they have received a huge five million dollar monetary donation, from a large organization.
NEW BUSINESS
Rose Amaral, Christine La Buda, Mina Lloyd and Cathy Moerman met at Old Mission SLO to go through and organize the closet of necessary Catholic Daughters supplies and history items.
Christine La Buda told us she is looking into purchasing CDA scarves and made an inquiry into how many people would be interested in purchasing one. Rose announced that our court #1162 turned 92 years old this past October 12th.
We enjoyed a lovely Christmas luncheon catered by Olive Garden. Along with a raffle for a beautiful Poinsettia.
Correspondence…we received:
Thank you from Lauren Watson for the scholarship.
Thank you from CDA Santa Barbara Court for our gift of masses.
Lompoc CDA court asking for prayers.
Note from County of San Luis Obispo regarding ‘Adopt a poll’.
Invitation to attend CDA La Purisma Court 85th Birthday Celebration.
Rose will take 15 pairs of socks to Prado Center.
Next Mass at the Old Mission Cemetery will be Saturday, January 7, 2023 at 10:00am.
January’s guest speaker to be Mrs. Tess Barket, Principal of Old Mission School.
Our next meeting is Saturday, January 14, 2023 at 10:00am.
Nativity Church Hall.
The meeting came to a close with our members reciting the Memorare.
NOVEMBER 2022 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America
Court #1162
catholicdaughtersslo.com
November 12, 2022
Nativity Church Hall
Elsa Jerusalem led the CDA members in the Rosary.
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Cathy Moerman, Vice Regent
Kathleen Clifton, Excused Absent
The minutes were read and approved.
Christine Labuda reported a balance of $9,203.92. We have one outstanding check to Fr.Travis. She informed us regarding the Memorial Mass luncheon took in $310.00 and the sandwiches alone cost 276.00.
We will be collecting dues ($30.00) for next years membership later as membership fees are due in January.
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported Septembers’ First Friday Adoration went well, yet she could still use more volunteers. Please call Patty at (805) 400-7766 if you wish to help. Next First Friday Adoration will be Friday, December 2nd, 8:00am-4:00pm begin closing at 3:30pm held in the Chapel at Old Mission SLO.
Remember to call Christine LaBuda at (805) 235-7332 if you know of someone who needs to be placed on the prayer chain.
We reported that the All Souls’ mass and luncheon went well. Thank you Rose for the beautiful job decorating tables and providing beverages and thank you to Kathy Serby for picking up the sandwiches. She presented a beautiful bouquet of flowers to Rose for all her hard work. A big thank you to all who worked the election. Everything went smoothly. It was not easy working with a school situation getting access etc.
NEW BUSINESS
Rose Amaral welcomed Jane coming as a first time guest.
Rose announced that our court #1162 turned 92 years old this past October 12th. We celebrated two birthdays this month, Amy Baptiste and Mina Lloyd.
Discussion followed regarding our Christmas luncheon to be held at next months meeting. We will have it catered from Nucci’s in SLO. Rose will speak to Father Martin Cain to see if he will be our next guest speaker. Nicole Johnson volunteered to read us delightful Christmas stories.
Rose will take bottles of detergent and socks to Prado Center.
Maria Santos-Silva sent us a CDA Pulpit Talk (attached to the Nov. agenda)
Kathy Serby let us know that Saint Patricks is doing a Patriotic Rosary Nov.19th at their chapel.
Next Mass at the Old Mission Cemetery will be Saturday, December 3rd at 10:00am.
Presentation of Kathryn Stieger Scholarship to Lauren Watson went beautifully with her mom being present. She will continue her studies and has major interest in Dance and may pursue Dance as a major.
Our next meeting is December 10, 2022, Nativity Church Hall, at 10:00am.
The meeting came to a close with our members reciting the Memorare.
Catholic Daughters of America
Court #1162
catholicdaughtersslo.com
November 12, 2022
Nativity Church Hall
Elsa Jerusalem led the CDA members in the Rosary.
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Cathy Moerman, Vice Regent
Kathleen Clifton, Excused Absent
The minutes were read and approved.
Christine Labuda reported a balance of $9,203.92. We have one outstanding check to Fr.Travis. She informed us regarding the Memorial Mass luncheon took in $310.00 and the sandwiches alone cost 276.00.
We will be collecting dues ($30.00) for next years membership later as membership fees are due in January.
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported Septembers’ First Friday Adoration went well, yet she could still use more volunteers. Please call Patty at (805) 400-7766 if you wish to help. Next First Friday Adoration will be Friday, December 2nd, 8:00am-4:00pm begin closing at 3:30pm held in the Chapel at Old Mission SLO.
Remember to call Christine LaBuda at (805) 235-7332 if you know of someone who needs to be placed on the prayer chain.
We reported that the All Souls’ mass and luncheon went well. Thank you Rose for the beautiful job decorating tables and providing beverages and thank you to Kathy Serby for picking up the sandwiches. She presented a beautiful bouquet of flowers to Rose for all her hard work. A big thank you to all who worked the election. Everything went smoothly. It was not easy working with a school situation getting access etc.
NEW BUSINESS
Rose Amaral welcomed Jane coming as a first time guest.
Rose announced that our court #1162 turned 92 years old this past October 12th. We celebrated two birthdays this month, Amy Baptiste and Mina Lloyd.
Discussion followed regarding our Christmas luncheon to be held at next months meeting. We will have it catered from Nucci’s in SLO. Rose will speak to Father Martin Cain to see if he will be our next guest speaker. Nicole Johnson volunteered to read us delightful Christmas stories.
Rose will take bottles of detergent and socks to Prado Center.
Maria Santos-Silva sent us a CDA Pulpit Talk (attached to the Nov. agenda)
Kathy Serby let us know that Saint Patricks is doing a Patriotic Rosary Nov.19th at their chapel.
Next Mass at the Old Mission Cemetery will be Saturday, December 3rd at 10:00am.
Presentation of Kathryn Stieger Scholarship to Lauren Watson went beautifully with her mom being present. She will continue her studies and has major interest in Dance and may pursue Dance as a major.
Our next meeting is December 10, 2022, Nativity Church Hall, at 10:00am.
The meeting came to a close with our members reciting the Memorare.
OCTOBER 2022 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of Americas
Court #1162
October 15, 2022
Nativity Church Hall
‘Draft Minutes’
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Cathy Moerman, Vice Regent
Kathleen Clifton, Excused Absent
The minutes were read. Christine Labuda noted that the correct amount of expense for donation to the Seraphic Mass Association should be $40.00 vs the $30.00 written.
This is because we included the Santa Barbara CDA court.
TREASURER REPORT
Christine Labuda reported a balance of $9,458.18. We have two outstanding checks one to Fr.Travis along with one to Maria Santos-Silva, $100.00 for the workshop.
OLD BUSINESS
Next First Friday Adoration will be November 4, 2022 8:00am-4:00pm (close at 3:30).
Rose let us know that she will send the check for the Kathryn Stieger scholarship to Lauren Watson as she is not able to attend the current meeting.
Reminder to call Christine LaBuda 805 235-7332 if you know of someone who needs to be placed on the prayer chain.
Attendees reported on the success of the ‘Alive in the Hive’ California State Officer Workshop.
Remember to call Christine LaBuda at (805) 235-7332 if you know of someone who needs to be placed on the prayer chain.
NEW BUSINESS
Welcome to Mateja coming as a first time guest.
Rose Amaral shared we received an invitation from the St. Mary Margaret Court #1450 in Pittsburg,CA to celebrate their 75th Anniversary.
Rose suggested we ask Father Martin Cain if he would like to be our next speaker.
She is meeting with him October 20th to plan the Memorial Mass we are to host on Sunday, November 6th, 2022. All Soul’s Day. We plan to have lunch catered to the Serra Room at a cost of $14.00 per person and invite Santa Maria court, Lompoc court along with Santa Barbara court.
There is also an opportunity to help at the People’s Kitchen on Prado. Email [email protected] for details if you would like to help out making food for the Shelter. Rose will be dropping off 15 large bottles of laundry supplies to Prado Center.
Rose asked for volunteers to sign up to help with the Election taking place on
Tuesday, November 8th at CL Smith school in SLO.
Nicole Johnson shared that Saint Williams up in Atascadero has started a special Saturday per month including Confession, Mass and Rosary for Peace.
Reminder there is a mass at Old Mission Cemetery the first
Saturday of every month, next mass Saturday, November 5th at 10:00am.
Our next meeting is November 12th, 2022, Nativity Church Hall, at 10:00am.
The meeting came to a close with our members reciting the Memorare.
Catholic Daughters of Americas
Court #1162
October 15, 2022
Nativity Church Hall
‘Draft Minutes’
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Cathy Moerman, Vice Regent
Kathleen Clifton, Excused Absent
The minutes were read. Christine Labuda noted that the correct amount of expense for donation to the Seraphic Mass Association should be $40.00 vs the $30.00 written.
This is because we included the Santa Barbara CDA court.
TREASURER REPORT
Christine Labuda reported a balance of $9,458.18. We have two outstanding checks one to Fr.Travis along with one to Maria Santos-Silva, $100.00 for the workshop.
OLD BUSINESS
Next First Friday Adoration will be November 4, 2022 8:00am-4:00pm (close at 3:30).
Rose let us know that she will send the check for the Kathryn Stieger scholarship to Lauren Watson as she is not able to attend the current meeting.
Reminder to call Christine LaBuda 805 235-7332 if you know of someone who needs to be placed on the prayer chain.
Attendees reported on the success of the ‘Alive in the Hive’ California State Officer Workshop.
Remember to call Christine LaBuda at (805) 235-7332 if you know of someone who needs to be placed on the prayer chain.
NEW BUSINESS
Welcome to Mateja coming as a first time guest.
Rose Amaral shared we received an invitation from the St. Mary Margaret Court #1450 in Pittsburg,CA to celebrate their 75th Anniversary.
Rose suggested we ask Father Martin Cain if he would like to be our next speaker.
She is meeting with him October 20th to plan the Memorial Mass we are to host on Sunday, November 6th, 2022. All Soul’s Day. We plan to have lunch catered to the Serra Room at a cost of $14.00 per person and invite Santa Maria court, Lompoc court along with Santa Barbara court.
There is also an opportunity to help at the People’s Kitchen on Prado. Email [email protected] for details if you would like to help out making food for the Shelter. Rose will be dropping off 15 large bottles of laundry supplies to Prado Center.
Rose asked for volunteers to sign up to help with the Election taking place on
Tuesday, November 8th at CL Smith school in SLO.
Nicole Johnson shared that Saint Williams up in Atascadero has started a special Saturday per month including Confession, Mass and Rosary for Peace.
Reminder there is a mass at Old Mission Cemetery the first
Saturday of every month, next mass Saturday, November 5th at 10:00am.
Our next meeting is November 12th, 2022, Nativity Church Hall, at 10:00am.
The meeting came to a close with our members reciting the Memorare.
SEPTEMBER 2022 Minutes
Catholic Daughters of America
Court #1162
September 17, 2022
Nativity Church Hall‘Final and Corrected’ see red text
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Cathy Moerman, Vice Regent
Kathleen Clifton, Excused Absent
The minutes were read and approved. A Thank You letter was read that was received from Father Russ.
TREASURER REPORT
Christine Labuda reported a balance of $8954.24. We have one outstanding check to Fr.Travis. Regarding our work at the last election we finally received the check from the county for deposit.
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported September First Friday Adoration went well. Thank you to all the volunteers. We are checking into reinstalling some of the kneelers for some of the chairs used for adoration. Suggestion from Nicole Johnson the possibility of a keypad being installed on the door to the chapel.
Mina Lloyd and Cathy Moerman will check into retrieving the key to the chapel that was left with the Old Mission SLO office staff.
Our next Adoration will be October 7, 2022.
Remember to call Christine LaBuda at (805) 235-7332 if you know of someone who needs to be placed on the prayer chain.
Rose Amaral received an invitation from the Santa Barbara Court #1079 inviting us to a CDA Garden Party in Santa Barbara on Saturday, October 15, 2022. Rose responded saying we are having a CDA meeting that day and will not be able to attend.
NEW BUSINESS
Kathy Serby shared that our planned guest speaker, Father Jerry Robinson will not be here today as we had to change our meeting date to today from the regularly schedule second Saturday which was September 10th and that this date September 17th would not work with his schedule.
Rose announced that there will be a California “Live in the Hive” Officer Workshop that everyone is invited to attend. It will be held October 8, 2022 10:00am - 4:00pm at Our Lady of the Nativity Catholic Church. All are welcome to attend Mass at the church following the workshop. Cost will be $100.00 per court.
Regarding our court hosting Santa Maria and Lompoc courts for mass and lunch on Sunday, November 6, 2022, All Souls Day. We discussed the different possibilities. We will check into having mass at Old Mission SLO and perhaps being able to use the parish hall for the luncheon. Rose also suggested having 500 hundred masses for the courts through the Seraphic Mass Assoc. with a donation of $30.00. Correction to the minutes the correct amount is $40.00 (to include 4 courts)Kathy Serby and Patty Mueller seconded the motion.
County election will be on November 8, 2022 at CL Smith School. We will be asking for volunteers to help with the election, `
Presentation of the Katherine Stieger Scholarship to Lauren Watson will have to be put off to a later date as Lauren was not able to attend today.
Presentation of Rose Amaral Scholarship to Charlotte Karcher went beautifully with her mom, dad and twin brother present.
Our next meeting is October 15, 2022, Nativity Church Hall, at 10:00am.
The meeting came to a close with our members reciting the Memorare.
Catholic Daughters of America
Court #1162
September 17, 2022
Nativity Church Hall‘Final and Corrected’ see red text
Rose Amaral welcomed our CDA members and called the meeting to order. CDA members joined in saying the CDA prayer, Salute to the Cross and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The following officers were in attendance:
Rose Amaral, Regent
Christine LaBuda, Treasurer
Mina Lloyd, Financial Secretary
Cathy Moerman, Vice Regent
Kathleen Clifton, Excused Absent
The minutes were read and approved. A Thank You letter was read that was received from Father Russ.
TREASURER REPORT
Christine Labuda reported a balance of $8954.24. We have one outstanding check to Fr.Travis. Regarding our work at the last election we finally received the check from the county for deposit.
OLD BUSINESS
Patty Mueller reported September First Friday Adoration went well. Thank you to all the volunteers. We are checking into reinstalling some of the kneelers for some of the chairs used for adoration. Suggestion from Nicole Johnson the possibility of a keypad being installed on the door to the chapel.
Mina Lloyd and Cathy Moerman will check into retrieving the key to the chapel that was left with the Old Mission SLO office staff.
Our next Adoration will be October 7, 2022.
Remember to call Christine LaBuda at (805) 235-7332 if you know of someone who needs to be placed on the prayer chain.
Rose Amaral received an invitation from the Santa Barbara Court #1079 inviting us to a CDA Garden Party in Santa Barbara on Saturday, October 15, 2022. Rose responded saying we are having a CDA meeting that day and will not be able to attend.
NEW BUSINESS
Kathy Serby shared that our planned guest speaker, Father Jerry Robinson will not be here today as we had to change our meeting date to today from the regularly schedule second Saturday which was September 10th and that this date September 17th would not work with his schedule.
Rose announced that there will be a California “Live in the Hive” Officer Workshop that everyone is invited to attend. It will be held October 8, 2022 10:00am - 4:00pm at Our Lady of the Nativity Catholic Church. All are welcome to attend Mass at the church following the workshop. Cost will be $100.00 per court.
Regarding our court hosting Santa Maria and Lompoc courts for mass and lunch on Sunday, November 6, 2022, All Souls Day. We discussed the different possibilities. We will check into having mass at Old Mission SLO and perhaps being able to use the parish hall for the luncheon. Rose also suggested having 500 hundred masses for the courts through the Seraphic Mass Assoc. with a donation of $30.00. Correction to the minutes the correct amount is $40.00 (to include 4 courts)Kathy Serby and Patty Mueller seconded the motion.
County election will be on November 8, 2022 at CL Smith School. We will be asking for volunteers to help with the election, `
Presentation of the Katherine Stieger Scholarship to Lauren Watson will have to be put off to a later date as Lauren was not able to attend today.
Presentation of Rose Amaral Scholarship to Charlotte Karcher went beautifully with her mom, dad and twin brother present.
Our next meeting is October 15, 2022, Nativity Church Hall, at 10:00am.
The meeting came to a close with our members reciting the Memorare.