CCW-ADW 's
Nightly Phone Rosary - 8 PM, 7 days a week
Dial (605) 468-8016 357090#
Since September 2018, the Council of Catholic Women (CCW) has been hosting a nightly Rosary call for the healing of the Church, healing from the COVID pandemic and for callers’ personal intentions. Everyone (men, women, children, non-CCW members) is welcome to join us any night of the week or every night of the week. How often is up to you. How about once a month on your birthdate?
Please join us at 8:00 p.m. as we read meditations on the Rosary’s mysteries and pray together.
Council of Catholic Women, Archdiocese of Washington
2nd Annual Meet and Greet and Installation of Officers
Saturday September 30th
9:00 am to 1 pm
CCW-ADW invites you to their 2nd Annual Meet and Greet. Let’s come together to give God the Praise, and hear how you can get involved. We need your voice!!

Council of Catholic Women, Archdiocese of Washington
Join Us! Become a member of CCW-ADW
Individual's membership form is here.
Questions? Email archdioceseccw@gmail.com
Council of Catholic Women, Archdiocese of Washington
ELECTIONS 2023
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2023 - 2025 EXECUTIVE BOARD
President: Cheryl Holley
Vice President: Carol Monaco
Secretary: Althea Holland
Treasurer: Elizabeth Mariani
THANKS TO THE NEW OFFICERS FOR THEIR SERVICE TO THE
COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN - ARCHDIOCESE OF WASHINGTON!




Shrine of St. Jude
Mass to Commemorate the Feast of St. Lorenzo Ruiz
Saturday September 23rd 10 am- 12 pm
You are invited to attend a Mass to Commemorate the Feast of Saint Lorenzo Ruiz Celebration of Faith and Culture at the Shrine of St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church, 12701 Viers Mill Rd Rockville. For more information, contact DC Filipino Catholic at DCFilipinoCatholic@gmail.com or the Office of Cultural Diversity and Outreach at (301) 853-5335 or culturaldiversity@adw.org.
Principle Celebrant: Bishop Evelio Menjívar-Ayala
St Mark the Evangelist, Hyattsville
MISA EN CONMEMORACIÓN DEL MES NACIONAL DE LA HERENCIA HISPANA
Domingo, 1 de octubre de 2023 12 pm
Celebrante principal: Monseñor Evelio Menjívar
Obispo Auxiliar de Washington
Para interpretación ASL, favor escribir a deafcatholic@adw.org con dos semanas de antelación.
Para obtener más información contactar la
Oficina de Diversidad Cultural y Enlace al (301) 853-5335 o escribir a culturaldiversity@adw.org
Southeast Deanery and Partnering Churches
East of the River Revival: Hold on Help is on the Way
2 - 4 October 2023 7 pm nightly
In person and virtual. See details in flyer
Basilica of National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception Washington
National Mass in Observance Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Tuesday, 20 October 2023 7pm
National Mass in Observance Domestic Violence Awareness Month, 4:30 PM Basilica of National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception Washington, D.C. Bishop Roy E. Campbell, Jr, Auxiliary Bishop, Archdiocese of Washington, Presider and Homilist Respect for Life Month; Domestic Violence Awareness Month Information and resources: Catholics For Family Peace http://www.catholicsforfamilypeace.org/.
St Andrew Apostle Women's Ministry
Women's Night of Reflection
Tuesday, 10 October 2023 7pm
All women are invited to a Women’s Night of Reflection on Tuesday, October 10 beginning at 7:00pm with prayer and Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament in the church. Father Mark Ivany, Director of Priest Vocations for the Archdiocese of Washington, DC, will provide the reflection entitled, “Mary, Mother of the Eucharist, Mother of Priests.” The opportunity for the Sacrament of Confession will be available. The evening will conclude with Benediction at 8:00 pm, No registration is required.
Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Ladies of Charity
"Miracle of Christmas"
December 12, 2023
Bus trip to Lancaster PA to see Sights and Sounds Theaters performance in Lancaster PA
Our Lady of Bethesda Retreat Center
Retreat Programs
Personal “Retreat” Day this Summer
September 29, October 13, November 17 and December 15, 2023
Are your days overcrowded, jam-packed, and busy, busy, busy? Take a break this summer and enjoy your very own personal retreat at Our Lady of Bethesda Retreat Center. During your personal retreat, from 9am-4pm, an experienced retreat director will guide you to a place of rest with Christ. The retreat schedule allows for one-on-one spiritual direction (optional), quiet reflection, Mass, Confession and Eucharistic Adoration, plus lunch; so you will be nourished and cared for while Our Lord speaks to your soul about the depths of His love for you. Cost is $100 per person. Advance Registration is required. We also have Mini-Retreats for Women and Evenings of Reflection for Men, each month.
Three to Get Married Marriage Prep
Sep 28-Oct 1, 2023 Nov 16-19 Dec 14-17, 2023
The Three to Get Married Marriage Preparation Program is a Catholic Pre-Cana program for seriously dating and engaged couples. This marriage preparation course is an intensive preparation experience true to the teachings of the Catholic Church. Convenient one-weekend schedule. FOCCUS administration is included. $375 per couple. Space will be limited and these weekends fill up quickly, so reserve your spot today!
Visit Our Lord in Eucharistic Adoration at Our Lady of Bethesda Retreat Center. The Most Blessed Sacrament will be exposed upon the altar in the chapel each Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Come for an hour, for a moment, or more. All are welcome. Find more information on the OLBRC website or call 301-365-0212. Our Lady of Bethesda Retreat Center, A Place to Encounter Christ! 7007 Bradley Blvd., Bethesda, MD 20817
Find more information on the OLBRC website or call 301-365-0612.
Our Lady of Bethesda Retreat Center, 7007 Bradley Blvd., Bethesda, MD 20817
NCCW's Resources to Pray for Our Clergy
Click here
Archdiocese of Washington's
Council of Catholic Women
Welcomes You
CCW - "Connecting Catholic Women"

The Council of Catholic Women- Archdiocese of Washington
responds to the needs of the Church and society through a focus on spirituality, leadership, and service. The CCW-ADW hosts service events, liturgies, educational conferences and more
President: Cheryl Holley
Vice-President: Carol Monaco
email: archdioceseccw@gmail.com
Resources to learn more about the Council of Catholic Women and it's history
From our national organization (NCCW):
Download PDF Document "NCCW Who We Are"
Watch the "We Are NCCW" video to find out about Council of Catholic Women and our National organization
Volunteer with Catholic Charities D.C.
Catholic Charities seeks community-oriented, enthusiastic volunteers to work with us across our various programs. We have positions appropriate for recent grads looking to gain experience, retirees who want to keep their skills sharp, stay-at-home parents looking to set a good example for their kids, and everyone else in between. Volunteers support us in our efforts to give help that empowers and hope that lasts. They bring the love and support that makes our programs so successful!
You can learn more on Catholic Charities Volunteer Homepage: here
2023 Fall Call for Volunteers
Announcing Catholic Charities Fall Call for Volunteers recruitment campaign!
We are seeking kind, knowledgeable, and committed people to bring hope that lasts to people who are receiving help from Catholic Charities.
Volunteers enhance Catholic Charities services through their consistent presence and dedication.
During Fiscal Year 2023 (July 1, 2022-June 30, 2023) 3640 people volunteered with Catholic charities. The volunteer doctors, nurses, attorneys, mentors, ESOL instructors, food distributors, farmers, food packagers, financial services professionals, people sharing their faith, and so much more, contributed 75,141 hours of service.
Thank you!
Information and applications are here: Fall Call for Volunteers!.
Catholic Charities Washington, DC
Volunteer to serve at St. Maria's Meals
Wednesdays, 5-6 pm Hickey Center, 924 G Street NW, Washington DC
Details can be found here
Donation requests for those in need
Catholic Charities Care Packages
Care packs are a meaningful and flexible volunteer project for groups or individuals that want to support Catholic Charities clients and programs. Our programs have developed wish lists of care packs they hope to give each client that enters their program.
Find more information here
The Little Sisters of the Poor at the Jeanne Jugan Residence
serves the elderly poor of every race and religion in the Washington D.C. area. Businesses and individuals can donate needed items such as food, personal care items and office supplies. Donations can be dropped off at the front desk
The list of currently needed supplies is here
phone: 202-269-1831
email: mswashington@littlesistersofthepoor.org
Little Sisters of the Poor/Jeanne Jugan Residence, 4200 Harewood Road, NE, Washington, DC 20017