Welcome to the St. Paul Catholic Newman Center Women’s Guild
Here I Am, Lord
The St. Paul Catholic Newman Center Women’s Guild is a welcoming community of women dedicated to growing in faith, serving others, and building meaningful friendships rooted in Christ.
Our theme for this ministry year is “Here I Am, Lord,” a reminder that each of us is called by God to serve with generous hearts and willing hands.
Our Mission
The mission of the St. Paul Catholic Newman Center Women’s Guild is to provide spiritual opportunities, promote fellowship and Christian service through projects that benefit our church, its members, and the surrounding community, while building lasting friendships through faith-filled activities.
Join Us!
We invite all women of the parish to attend our first meeting of the new ministry year on Thursday, September 10, at 6:00 p.m. Dinner will be provided by the New Board Members.
Whether you’re looking to deepen your faith, connect with other women, participate in parish life, or share your God-given gifts in service to others, you’ll find a warm welcome in our Women’s Guild.
Throughout the year, we gather for prayer, faith formation, fellowship, outreach projects, social events, and opportunities to support our parish and community.
No membership experience is necessary—simply come as you are. Membership fee is $20/year.
Answer God’s invitation with us as together we say:
“Here I Am, Lord.”
For more information, please contact the Women’s Guild or visit the parish office. We look forward to meeting you!
Barbara Gennaro 559-351-7304 Joanna Chambers 559-907-1922
*****We will be collecting school supplies for our Catholic college students
Meeting Dates and Times
We meet the second Thursday of the month, September through June, at Cardinal Newman Hall, Room 101, from 6:00 to 7:30pm.
2026-2027 WOMEN’S GUILD EVENT CALENDAR
(Tentative calendar, some dates/events are subject to change.)
August 22-23-Welcome Sunday (Volunteer to work at all masses for Guild table)
September 10-First Guild meeting @ 6:00pm CNH. Dinner provided by Board members. Please RSVP Jo Anna Chambers 559-907-1922 or Barbara Gennaro 559-351-7304 (collection of school supplies for College students.Pens, index cards and pantry snacks are requested by Edgar if you wish to donate.)
*October 15-Guild meeting @ 6:00 pm CNH (*Change in date due to volunteer appreciation on Oct.8.)
October 25-International Food Festival (Need members to bake and sell baked goods.)
*November 19-Guild meeting @ 6:00 pm CNH(*Change in date due to parish concert on Nov. 12.)
December 05-Christmas Caroling at Nazareth house @ 11am followed by lunch at Spaghetti Factory. Everyone buys their own lunch.
December 10-Guild Christmas potluck @ 6:00 pm CNH(Christmas PJ,s or Ugly sweater night, games and gift exchange.)
January 14-Guild meeting @ 6:00 pm CNH (Collection of winter Gloves, Knit hats, Socks for homeless Men or Women)
February 11-Guild meeting @ 6:00 pm CNH
February 13 & 14-Guild Cookie sale fundraiser at all masses(cookies to be dropped off by 3:00 on Saturday, Feb. 13. Volunteers needed for sales at each mass.)
March 11-Guild meeting @ 6:00 pm CNH (St. Patrick’s baked potato bar potluck)
April 08-Guild meeting @ 6:00 pm CNH (A night at the Kentucky Derby, Wear a fun and fancy hat)
May 13-Guild meeting @ 6:00 pm CNH (Fiesta potluck night,Board Election Day and final fund disbursement vote)
June 10-Final Guild meeting @6:00 pm (Luau potluck and end of the year party, wear Hawaiian attire and join the fun)
At Welcome Weekend/Ministry Fair
Guild members present Father David with his vestments for his first Mass.
Table and chairs for Campus Ministry Student Lounge were donated by the Guild.
TV's located in CNH - Guild donation to parish.
Community Garden - Recipient of Guild donation
The Women’s Guild hosted the Dessert Booth at the International Food and Craft Festival October 19, 2025, raising much needed funds for our parish.
The Women's Guild donated Bibles for OCIA. President Lucina Myers presented the Bibles to the catechumens.
Women's Guild hosted the Campus Ministry Dinner October 29. Full tummies make for happy faces.
The Women's Guild has cooked some delicious dishes for our students.
The Women's Guild has cooked some delicious dishes for our students.
Hosting Priests and Missionaries, December 2025.
Women’s Guild spent the day volunteering at Papa Mike’s Café, helping serve meals and showing care to the guests
Women’s Guild spent the day volunteering at Papa Mike’s Café, helping serve meals and showing care to the guests
Women’s Guild spent the day volunteering at Papa Mike’s Café, helping serve meals and showing care to the guests
Contact Information
Barbara Gennaro 559-351-7304 Joanna Chambers 559-907-1922
Officers for 2026-2027
Co-Presidents: Joanna Chambers and Barbara Gennaro
Vice President: Cathy Rodriguez
Treasurer: Mary Hill
Secretary: Patricia Finelli
Sunshine: Donna McCauley
Hospitality: Joan Lum
Prayer Network: Lucina Meyers