Submission for the Affiliate Happenings page can include a maximum of one photograph (not required) and a paragraph not to exceed 100 words. Please email to the NCCW office at nccw01@nccw.org. All submissions are subject to approval.
Note: This is not an area to submit an announcement of an upcoming program, rather, it is an area for affiliates to show the fabulous things our women have already done around the country.
St. Michael’s CCW (Grand Prairie, TX)
The St. Michael’s Council of Catholic Women (CCW) opened their arms and time to feed the Grand Prairie Homeless on February 21, 2026, as part of our outreach program. We prepared 100 hot meals, meatballs and pasta, and over 200 sandwiches including their snacks, and water bottles for their weekend meals. To identify the sandwiches from the hot meals, we provided a special plastic bag with scriptures which the homeless appreciated very much that lifted their spirit. We appreciated the help from our husbands and families as we worked together for this special outreach and care to our community. We were blessed to serve others. Hebrews 13:16 “Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have for such sacrifices are pleasing to God.”
Springfield-IL DCCW (Springfield, IL)
The Springfield-IL Diocesan Council of Catholic Women held a board meeting on Feb 12th, at the Catholic Pastoral Center. The ladies wore red to celebrate St Valentine and Women’s Heart Month. Teresa Tomeo from EWTN will be the guest speaker for the SDCCW 97th Annual Convention, September 3rd, 2026 in Quincy, IL.
Our Lady of Fatima CCW (Alcoa, TN)
Our Lady of Fatima CCW provided a Lenten meal to its parishioners after the Stations of the Cross on Friday, March 20, 2026, which consisted of homemade soups, breads and salads. This year all free will offerings, from the Lenten meals at OLOF were sent to the Catholic Extension Society, which supports poor and remote Catholic Communities.
Smoky Mountain Deanery (Knoxville, TN)
On March 14, 2026, the Smoky Mountain Deanery CCW of Knoxville, TN recognized 4 ladies with the Golden Rose Award, who exemplify spirituality, leadership and service in her church and community. The Golden Rose recipients, representing 4 churches in the Smoky MT Deanery are Anna Kate Coatney from Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Katelyn Witkemper from Holy Ghost, Karen Amayo Castro from Our Lady of Fatima, and Violet Grace Rapien from St. Francis of Assisi in Townsend. Karen Castro will represent The Smoky MT Deanery at the Knoxville DCCW Event on April 18, 2026 at St. Mary in Athens, TN. Pictured left to right are the recipients accompanied by a family member or friend: Anna Kate Coatney, Katelyn Witkemper. Karen Amayo Castro, Violet Grace Rapien
Madison DCCW (Verona, WI)
On March 19, 2026, the Madison Diocesan Council of Catholic Women (Province of Milwaukee) held its executive board meeting in Verona, Wisconsin. A key item on the agenda was planning for the upcoming 71st Annual MDCCW Convention, scheduled for June 2 at the Green Lake Conference Center. The convention committee members are: Front row: Jane Grinde, Patty Spragg, Sue Koch, Carol Rogers, Ellen Martin, Coreen MarkleinBack row: Sue Barker, Linda Ripp, Carolyn Zentner, Janel Nickel, Mary Ann Bush, Barb Mehling
North Platte Deanery (North Platte, NE)
The North Platte Deanery of the Grand Island CCW met at Holy Spirit Catholic Church on Saturday, March 7. The attendees enjoyed a presentation by Deanery President Cindy Dunbar entitled, “Mary’s Garden and Praying with Poetry.” DCCW President Sandy Eggert and Omaha Province Director Patricia Ferguson presented “Building a Spiritual Garden.” Attendees placed flowers in a vase according to past and present roles at all levels of council. Both programs served as a prelude to the 2026 annual Spring Assembly, “Spring Spiritual Gala” at Holy Spirit Catholic Church April 20.
Oklahoma City ACCW (Oklahoma City, OK)
The Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women of OKC held a retreat and service project event on March 14th, “Working in the Vineyard of the Lord.” The day started with breakfast and a spiritual reflection titled “Communion With The Saints” and given by Fr. Carson Krittenbrink. Other speakers spoke about different ways to be leaders in women’s ministries in the church, like Well Read Mom Book Club, Catholic Daughters, Women’s Bible Studies, and American Heritage Girls. Around $2000 worth of donated non-perishable food and hygiene items was collected to make over 150 Walk in Bags for Catholic Charities to give to those facing hardship.
Nashville DCCW (Nashville, TN)
St. Michael Catholic Historic Church, is the oldest Catholic Church in continuous operation since 1842 committed to their community service to “Open Door Pregnancy Center” Chili Challenge Cook-off fundraiser. St. Michael came in 1st Place among surrounding counties. Congratulations!
Our Lady of Fatima CCW (Alcoa, TN)
On March 2, 2026, the Our Lady of Fatima CCW in Alcoa, TN hosted a Women’s Night of Reflection and Confession. Fr. Joe Austin led a Lenten reflection on humility and pride. Afterwards, Fr. Joe Austin and Fr. Bill McNeeley were available for Confession while participants prayed the Rosary and meditative prayers.