Carolann DiMuzio
Carolann DiMuzio
Regent
A Letter from our Regent
A personal message from our Regent, sharing encouragement, upcoming plans, and a reflection on our court’s mission.
Carolann DiMuzio
Regent
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Dear Sisters in Christ,
Dear Sisters in Christ,
As we prepare ourselves for the celebration of Christ’s Resurrection at Easter, let us begin on Ash Wednesday with prayer, repentance and almsgiving. Let us deepen our faith and grow closer to God during these forty days through scripture and reflection. It is a time to share our love, kindness, and prayers with our family, friends and the people we meet on a daily basis. Be kind to one another! Be patient!
I wish you all a blessed Lenten Season and a Happy Easter.
In unity and charity,
Carolann DiMuzio
Regent
“Above all, let your love for one another be intense, because love covers a multitude of sins.”
— 1 Peter 4:8
A Letter from Our Chaplain
Our Chaplain offers a spiritual reflection, guiding our members to deepen their faith and service through the example of St. Anthony and the Blessed Mother.
Dear Members and Friends,
We wish to inform you that our Court’s Chaplain is currently on personal leave. During this time, we ask for your prayers as we await the appointment of a new Chaplain to guide and support us in our spiritual journey.
Let us continue to lift up our Court in prayer and trust that God will soon bless us with a devoted spiritual advisor to walk alongside us in faith and service.
With gratitude and hope,
Daughters of St. Anthony Court #2651
Catholic Daughters of the Americas
Grace and peace to you in Christ Jesus
🌸 Court Newsletter –
Preparing for Lent 2026
Daughters of St. Anthony Court #2651
"With Mary as our exemplar, we continue to make a difference — in our parishes, our communities, and our world."
💜 Court Highlights
Bingo Schedule Update:
In observance of the Lenten season, Thursday, February 12th will be our final Bingo night until after Easter. Bingo will resume on Thursday, April 9th. We invite everyone to use this sacred season as a time for prayer, reflection, and preparation for the celebration of Easter.
🙏 Committee & Ministry Updates
Packages from Home
Co-Chairs Betty Zambrano and Diane Penner delivered 585 pounds of donated items to the Phoenix Packages from Home organization. These included hygiene supplies, food, socks/underwear, entertainment items, and even treats for the canine companions.
Thank you to everyone who contributed—your generosity made this a powerful outreach effort for our troops.
💒 New Business & Announcements
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National CDA Convention – 2026
The National Catholic Daughters of the Americas Convention will be held July 22–26, 2026, in Coralville, Iowa. Our Court may send two delegates and four alternates. Decisions on attendance are needed as soon as possible. Members interested in attending or requesting additional information are asked to contact the Regent by February. -
Late Night Catechism – February 13, 2026
The St. Anthony of Padua School Foundation is hosting Late Night Catechism on Thursday, February 13, 2026. Tickets are $60 and include: -
Social Hour & Silent Auction at 5:00 p.m.
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One drink and appetizers
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Show begins at 7:00 p.m.
Tickets may be purchased from Jody or after Mass. -
Walk for Life – February 14, 2026
The annual Walk for Life will take place on Friday, February 14, 2026, beginning at 8:30 a.m. at Peart Park. Donations of baby and children’s clothing, diapers, and wipes are greatly needed and appreciated. -
Lenten Books
Following discussion, the Court agreed to purchase 150 Lenten books for Court use this year. This decision reflects lessons learned from prior years and helps ensure resources are distributed thoughtfully.
🎟️ Old Business & Raffles
Education Contest Follow-Up
Diane Penner reported on the progress of the National Education Contest. In mid-December, 70 applications were distributed to students in grades 4–8. Student submissions were due at the end of January, with projects collected on February 2nd. Two retired teachers will judge the entries. First-place winners will be submitted to the State CDA by March 1st. Adult members are also eligible to participate and may contact Diane Penner for details.
Circle of Love Submissions
Jody Travis reported that this year the Court is submitting four Circle of Love spokes:
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Quality of Love – Laundry Love
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Spiritual Enhancement – Mary Untier of Knots and 12 Days of Christmas
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Education – Advent by Candlelight
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Leadership – Court Website
Finance Committee Decisions
The Court approved two funding requests:
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A $2,000 donation to the 8th Grade Class of St. Anthony to support their educational trip to Washington, D.C. (motion passed unanimously).
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A $300 donation to Great Shapes, supporting individuals traveling to Jamaica to deliver school supplies and uniforms (motion passed unanimously).
🗓️ Upcoming Events
Late Night Catechism
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Friday, February 13, 2026
Hosted by the St. Anthony of Padua School Foundation -
5:00 p.m. – Social Hour & Silent Auction
(Includes one drink and appetizers) -
7:00 p.m. – Show begins
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Tickets are $60 and may be purchased from Jody or after Mass.
Walk for Life
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Saturday, February 14, 2026 | 8:30 a.m.
Begins at Peart Park -
Donations are requested for baby and children’s clothing, diapers, and wipes.
All members are encouraged to participate and support this important pro-life event.
Lenten & Easter Season Dates
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Ash Wednesday – Beginning of Lent
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 -
Easter Sunday
Sunday, April 5, 2026 -
In observance of the Lenten season, Bingo will pause following our final game on Thursday, February 12th, and will resume after Easter on Thursday, April 9th.
💜 Looking Ahead
As we enter the Lenten season, our Court looks forward to continued opportunities for prayer, service, and fellowship. In the coming months, members can expect:
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Ongoing Lenten spiritual enrichment and parish involvement
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Preparation for Easter celebrations
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Continued community service projects and outreach
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Planning for upcoming Court activities and events
We encourage all members to remain engaged and watch for additional updates as details become available.