MOUNT CARMEL - Our Lady of Mount Carmel Council of Catholic Women and Rosary Altar Society held their monthly meeting Nov. 8 in the parish hall.
President Theresa Conniff brought the meeting to order and began with the council prayers and the Pledge of Allegiance. The secretary and treasurer's reports were then given.
The council's annual Christmas party will be held today in the church hall.
Maria Bridy gave the Rosary Altar news. The Council of Catholic Women will provide Christmas gifts for two children and the Rosary Society for one child for the Lutheran Angelican and Roman Catholic Covenant.
The Rev. Frank Karwacki informed members about the ecumenical Thanksgiving prayer service, which was held at the church Nov. 18. Also, at 7 p.m. Dec. 9, there will be a Lift Your Spirits Christmas concert in the church. All are welcome.
Lois Sejuit moved to adjourn the meeting, and Elsie Bresadula seconded the motion. The meeting was closed with prayers for the active, sick and deceased members and for the Hurricane Sandy victims.
Refreshments were served, followed by bingo games.