Dear Women of the Guild,

The arrival of May brings with it the anticipation of First Communions, Mother's Day and graduations along with a summer filled with vacations, camps and covid-free activities!

But before we spill into June and days get longer, please mark your calendar for the Guild's last event of the season: The Spring Garden Prayer Walk. This special hour long meditative program, led by Pam Coster, will take place on Tuesday, May 24th at the Chicago Botanic Garden. All are welcome! Please scroll down for more information and registration.

Finally, the Guild continues to plan for its 2022-23 season and is always looking for volunteers! If you're interested in learning how you can get involved, please read below for further details! We'd love to have you on board!

Stay well & God Bless!

Click Here To Register & Pay for the Spring Garden Prayer Walk

CALLING NEW BOARD MEMBERS & VOLUNTEERS!

It is hard to believe we are at the time of year when thoughts turn to filling the Guild Board Slate for 2022-23. The Guild Board is a a dynamic group of women who come together to create the Calendar of Events enjoyed by Guild Members throughout the year. Each year, there are always positions to be filled by new members.

If you or anyone you know might be interested in joining the Guild Board, please reach out to Terri Weaver (therese.weaver@icloud.com) or Maureen Kolada (maureen.kolada@comcast.net). We are happy to answer any questions!

Knitting & Crocheting For Charity

All parishioners are invited to join the Women's Guild Knitting (& Crocheting) group for charity. All beginner, intermediate and experienced knitters are invited!

Location/Time - Thursday Mornings, FHC Parish Center Living Room, 9:30am - 11am

Choose a project -** Prayer shawls for struggling parishioners, baby or youth hats and scarves or cowls for the underserved or lap blankets for veterans or bring suggestions for other projects.

Registration is required - To register, please email Cindy Brady at cbrady615@comcast.net or call her at (847) 501-2788. We look forward to seeing you as we work together to help others.

Bridal Assistants Needed

The Bridal Assistance Committee is looking for ladies to assist the bride and groom families at the rehearsal as well as the day of the wedding. To learn more details about this special committee and/or sign up as a volunteer, please contact Anita Worthington by email:
anita_worthington@yahoo.com

Save the Date ... A Little Something for Everyone!

2022

MAY
24 - Spring Garden Prayer Walk @ Chicago Botanic Garden
JUNE
6 - Women's Guild Executive Board's End of Year Celebration

Connect With Us!

Check out our homepage on the FHC Website

faithhope.org/womens-guild

Visit us on Instagram

@faithhopewomensguild

Email us questions & ideas

faithhopewomensguild@gmail.com

April Recap

The Spring Luncheon on April 6th at Exmoor Country Club celebrated the gift of service with guest speaker Peggy Forbes, Executive Director of Madonna Mission. Peggy shared how this non profit organization has been supporting refugee families in the Chicago area for 10 years.

A wonderful gathering for all who attended and a big thank you to everyone who made this event possible!