Minutes From St Anne’s Christian Women’s Meeting – 10/13/2026
St Anne’s Christian Women met on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 in Mary Hall beginning with fellowship at 6:30 p.m. President Kathy Watrin called the business meeting to order at 6:45 p.m. with opening prayer and pledge of allegiance. 16 members were present and one guest from SMHOC.
Motion was made to dispense reading the previous meeting minutes as they were published in the newsletter. Correction to members of the bylaw committee were noted, removing presidents Kathy Watrin and Rebecca Peterson and adding SMHOC member Stacy Gallegas. With said corrections, motion was made and seconded to accept the minutes.
The treasurers’ report showed a balance $979.22 in checking and $1692.10 in savings for a total of $2671.32. Motion was made to approve treasures report, motion was seconded and passed.
OLD BUSINESS
1.October Rosary: A Thank you was extended to all for leading the rosary on Tuesday and before Sunday masses.
2.St. Wendelin’s School Donation: $250.00 was given to the school to purchase bibles for the students.
3.November Remembrance mass: President Kathy noted the date for the of November 2 at 6:30 p.m. SMHOC Christian women’s group is seeking help with the gathering after for families. Five members volunteered to bring bars and four members volunteered to assist with serving. Kathy Watrin will be lead from St. Wendelin’s Christian Women and Eileen Annis from SMHOC will be the lead contact for any questions or volunteer opportunities.
NEW BUSINESS
1.FALL DEANERY MEETING: President Kathy noted the meeting will be October 22 at St. Martin Church. Registration to begin at 5:30 p.m. Kathy Watrin put together a basket for the silent auction fund raiser at the conference, as requested from the Deanery president. President Kathy noted to registration deadline of Friday, October 16. Due to the short notice deadline, President Kathy will post a flyer in the back of church for any members wanting to attend.
2.ST. ANNE’S CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S GROUP FUTURE: With over 80 years of St. Wendelin’s St. Anne’s Christian women’s group there was a great deal of discussion regarding the joining the all parishes in our ACC. It was proposed to bring a vote by all members of the St. Wendelin’s St. Anne’s group regarding the joining with SMHOC group. Many members thought this was a good idea, with possibilities of handing out ballots at the November breakfast, due to the great attendance. It was proposed to give Father Erik notice of this being done. President Kathy also noted the she received word from the SMHOC Christian Women’s president that they have formed committees and we should encourage our members to join these committees to have our voices heard in the planning process.
3.CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S NOVEMBER BREAKFAST: Plans were discussed for the November 22 breakfast. Worker’s list has been established by Pat Salzbrun. Collections for the raffle are underway by Char Volkmuth. President Kathy will take care of advertising. Discussion followed regarding food items. Judy Walter will take care of Ham. Jolene Brang will take care of sausage.
Vicky Kolhorst will order rolls. Lisa Lichte was volunteered to buy groceries. Jean Schabel will head the craft/Bake sale. Those present voted to keep breakfast serving from 8:00 a.m. to noon and the menu the same as the last year. Final details tabled to November meeting.
4.SHARING TREE: Mary Neidermeir noted the Kelly Knier will head up the sharing tree again this year.
5.COMMISSION REPORTS:
40 DAYS OF LIFE: Char Volkmuth gave an update regarding the new local leader. She noted there have been many positive comments as of late, while out walking. Char also encouraged everyone to be educated on the campaign candidate and to VOTE VOTE VOTE!
6.SISTER MARIUS MEMORIAL: Linda Kaiser brought a motion to make a $100.00 donation to the St. Benedict’s Monastery in memory of Sister Marius who spent many years at St. Wendelin’s and touched countless lives while here . Char Volkmuth seconded, the motion passed.
7.NEXT MEETING: November 10, 2026 Fellowship at 6:30 p.m. and meeting at 6:45 p.m.
8.ADJOURNMENT: Meeting was adjourned at 8:15 p.m. with closing prayer. Meeting Adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
Submitted by,
Marla Honer
Secretary