Circles of Claddagh

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 the history of the Claddagh Ring.)

Mission Statement

With faith and fellowship,

we follow the traditions of

parish women before us.

 In their footsteps, we continue

 to honor the commitment to

women, family and community.

Through our efforts, we will

forge the bonds of love, friendship

  and loyalty, while strengthening

 our relationship with God.

INTRODUCTION

Circles of Claddagh is a women's ministry group designed to allow women of Saint Patrick's Church an opportunity to grow in their faith, foster friendships, and serve the church and community.  Circles of Claddagh is comprised of five individual circles, representing the general areas where the members reside: “Be” Attitudes, St. Angela, St. Bridget, Women of the Celtic Cross, and Mother Teresa (day circle).

Circles of Claddagh is governed by an Advisory Board comprised of officers elected annually by the women of the parish, and co-coordinators from each of the five circles.  With the approval of the Advisory Board, each Circle of Claddagh may sponsor community and/or church-wide events and reports to the Advisory Board on a quarterly basis.  The Advisory Board is responsible for sending a representative to report to the Parish Council on a quarterly basis, or as needed.  Each Circle of Claddagh may hold meetings and social gatherings among their members as often as they choose.

All women of the parish are welcome to join the Circles of Claddagh or just help out with an event.  They may join the circle closest to where they live or the one that meets their schedule or interests. 

For more information, please contact the parish office at 763-753-2011.

2008 Advisory Board Officers

Chair – Tammy Kasprowicz

Co-Chair – Marcia Sharp

Treasurer – Marie Chouinard

Secretary – Jan Sylvester

Spirituality Coordinator – Jean Schatz

Circle Coordinators

"Be" Attitudes – Jean Schatz and Carolyn Beckensten

Bethel / Burns / Cambridge / Isanti / Oak Grove / Ramsey / St. Francis

Meets 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 PM

St. Angela – Barb Frie and Bonnie Bernstrom

East Bethel / Ham Lake (east of 65) / Stacy / Wyoming

Meets 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7:00 PM

St. Bridget – Janese Crowley and Lori Hinkel

Anoka / Blaine / Coon Rapids / Shoreview

Meets 3rd Thursday of the month at 7:00 PM

Celtic Cross – Patsy Behrens

Andover / Ham Lake (west of 65)

Meets monthly on alternating days at 7:00 PM

Mother Teresa - Darlene Secord and Pat Marinan

Meets 9:00 AM at St. Patrick's Church

the 4th Wednesday of the month