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Women's Fellowship

The Women's Fellowship of Saint Anselm's mission is to build community among women through social, charitable, and spiritual activities. All women of the parish are welcome to attend any events with their guests; activities are announced through the parish bulletin and by email invitations. To be added to any Women's Fellowship contact list, please notify the Parish Office at 314.878.2120 or communications@stanselmstl.org, and make sure they have your current email and phone number on file!

Women's Fellowship Events (2022-2023 calendar!)

The Women's Fellowship meets regularly for a First Friday Rosary and Lunch, as well as monthly Evenings of Service, which usually include a fun activity paired with a charitable project of some kind. We're always open to new suggestions and ideas, and friends are always welcome! Events are announced in the bulletin and by email.

 

  • Planning Meeting - Monday, September 19 at 1 p.m. (Parish Center, room #3)
    • Share your ideas as we make arrangements for the Our Lady of Fatima Mass on Wednesday, October 12.
    • Contact Audrey Altepeter with any questions (314.608.3580 or audreyaltepeter@hotmail.com).

 

  • Bible Study for Women!
    • Our next "Walking with Purpose" study will be Discovering Our Dignity – A Study of Women in the Bible
    • The 22-lesson study focuses on women in the Old Testament and New Testament, and how the power of God worked in their lives. Through Scripture, “the life experiences of women from the Bible reach out to touch our ‘present’ in a tender, honest, and loving way.”
    • Location: Saint Anselm Parish Center
    • Will be offered on Monday mornings from 9:30-11:30 a.m., beginning September 18th OR Tuesday evenings from 6:30-8:30 p.m., beginning September 19th.
    • Book fee: $40.00 (www.walkingwithpurpose.com)
    • Contact Audrey Altepeter with your interest or any questions (314.608.3580 or audreyaltepeter@hotmail.com).

 

Book Club

Join us on the fourth Wednesday of each month during the school year for a lively discussion! All books selected are from the public library, and range through various genres. Please come as and when it suits your schedule. For more information, please contact Helaine at helaineb@ymail.com.

  • Who Is Maud Dixon? - Wednesday, September 28 at 6:30 p.m. (Parish House)
    • Our September selection is Who Is Maud Dixon? by Alexandra Andrews. "Florence, an aspiring writer, is an assistant to Helen, a best-selling author known publicly by pen name 'Maud Dixon'. Unfortunately, a car crash leaves Helen dead and Florence in the hospital. While Florence recovers, she considers commandeering Helen's pseudonymn. What could possibly go wrong??" (Goodreads)
    • Join us for snacks, drinks, anddiscussion! RSVP to Helaine Boland at helaineb@ymail.com.

 

Cultural Outings Group

Outings are organized a few times a year to a variety of local and regional points of interest. Art, music, history, and theater are just a few areas we explore! Events are announced in the bulletin and by email; RSVP responses are appreciated in order to plan a successful outing. For more information, please contact Audrey Altepeter at 314.608.3580 or at audreyaltepeter@hotmail.com.

  • Next event: To be announced

 

Dinner Club

Meets a few times a year at different restaurants, or hosted by one or a group of participants. Events are announced in the bulletin and by email; RSVP responses are appreciated in order to secure group reservations. For more information, please contact Linda Steiner at 314.304.3455 or at lsteiner_63141@yahoo.com.

  • Next event: To be announced

 

Gardening

Tends the plantings around the Parish House, Parish Center, and Our Lady of Grace grotto, adding flowers and plants as needed. For more information, please contact Audrey Altepeter at 314.608.3580 or at audreyaltepeter@hotmail.com.

 

Happy Hour

Meets a few times a year at different restaurants for appetizers and drinks. Events are announced in the bulletin and by email; RSVP responses are appreciated in order to secure group seating. For more information, please contact Nancy Flynn at 636.532.8910 or at 1nancyflynn@gmail.com.

  • Next event: To be announced

 

Pins & Needles

A group of craft and needlework enthusiasts who sew, crochet, knit, quilt, or embroider charitable projects for the parish and local community. Past projects have included helping St. Vincent de Paul, cutting altar cloths for parishioners' Faith at Home kits, as well as other charitable projects (baby caps, kennel quilts for dogs in shelters, reusable sanitary supplies for Haitian girls, etc). No experience necessary - there are jobs for every skill level, and we're happy to show beginners the ropes!

We meet at the Parish House on second Thursdays from 1:00-3:30 p.m. Drop in when you're able for as long as you can, or help from home instead - we will provide the directions and supplies! For more information, please contact Elsie Winstead at eepsers@gmail.com.

 

Prayer Chain

The members of the Women's Fellowship want to pray for you and your intentions! You're invited to send any prayer intentions to Helaine Boland at helaineb@ymail.com or 314.576.0876, or call the Parish Office at 314.576.0876. We will gladly keep your intention anonymous if you prefer.

If you would like to become a member of the Prayer Chain, please send an email to helaineb@ymail.com.