St. Michael's Women's Association (SMWA)
In memory of Veronica “Roni” Schmitz.
Founder of the St. Michael Women’s Association and so much more.
For over thirty years the SMWA has organized, sponsored and contributed to many of the social events that have taken place in the parish… and throughout the years, Roni has led
the charge. Organizing, recruiting volunteers, welcoming new and existing parishioners with a kind smile and a sincere voice. A dear friend to many. Roni will be missed but never forgotten.
Click here for the homily that Fr. Paul delivered at Roni’s funeral Mass.
In memory of Veronica “Roni” Schmitz.
The mission of the SMWA is:
- To have a diverse community of women members.
- To enrich the social and spiritual life of our members as we strive to live
- the beliefs and values of our Catholic faith.
- To provide socials and spiritual programs and community service activities.
- To provide scholarship assistance to our young parishioners whenever possible.
Throughout the season, we offer social, spiritual and educational events,
along with service opportunity, to the parishioners of our Parish. Please join us!
2025-2026 Events:
- Sunday, September 21st - Parish Jubilee Picnic
- Sunday, September 28th - Parish Ministry Fair, after 8:30, 9:45am and 12pm Masses
- Wednesday, October 1st - 9:00am Mass - Special Blessing for the Women of the Parish followed by breakfast & fellowship
- Tuesday, October 21st - BINGO Night 7:00 - 9:00PM
- Saturday, November 1st - Parish Jubilee Celebration
- Wednesday, December 10th - SMWA Annual Holiday Get-Together, Guinan Hall
- Date to be confirmed- SMWA hosting coffee after 9:45am Mass
- Wednesday, Feb 18th - Ash Wednesday Soup and Bread Supper
- June Date to be confirmed - SMWA SPRING SOCIAL
Events throughout the Year:
- Sandwich Making for New Covenant House
- Shawl Ministry
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GENERAL INFORMATION
SMWA Prayer Shawl Ministry: A blessed Prayer Shawl is available to any person experiencing difficulty in their life and may be picked up at the Parish Office
Parish Programs supported by the SMWA:
After Mass Coffees
Parish Picnic
Christmas & Easter Flowers
Pasta Supper
Parish Wine & Cheese
We welcome any woman who would like to become a member of the SMWA. For more information on our association, or to join, please email Co-Presidents Eileen Ceci and Diane Pignataro at: smwa.stmichael469@gmail.com. May God keep you in His warm & comforting embrace. Please come back soon! Our page is regularly updated!
December 2024 - Annual December Luncheon
was held on Wednesday, December 11th
in Guinan Hall. A lovely time was had by all with a Christmas carol sing along, friendship, fellowship & fun!! Please enjoy our pics from that day!
October 2024 - Bingo Night
The SMWA sponsored a BINGO NIGHT for all Women & Men of Greenwich Parishes. Father Paul was our caller for a laugh-filled, fun event. Winners selected from a number of surprise gift bags and our 36 guests in attendance enjoyed light snacks and sweets! We would like to thank all that attended BINGO NIGHT and look forward to seeing you at future SMWA Events.
September 2024 - SMWA Mass and Blessing
The SMWA sponsored a Mass & Blessing for all Women of the Parish. Father Paul called the 20+ Women in attendance to the altar for a blessing. After Mass, a coffee hour & light breakfast was held in Guinan Hall. Friendship & fellowship was enjoyed by everyone!
Parish Wine & Cheese 2024
June - 2025
The SMWA together with the Welcome Committee hosted a Spring Social in June for our long standing parishioners and those who have recently joined our parish. It was an evening filledin June with fellowship, friendship and fun!
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2025-2026 Board of Directors:
Executive Board Members:
Eileen Hawthorn Ceci– Co-President
Diane Pignataro – Co-President
Roberta Warburton - Secretary
Carol Sabia – Treasurer
Board Members
Marigle Barragan
Joanne Cavaliere
Anne Marie Hynes
Dawn Imbrogno
Micaela McCann
Mary Rolla
AND a very warm welcome to our newest board member Mary Elizabeth FitzRoy.
AND many thanks for her many years of dedicated service, to our retiring, founding member Dorothy Riera.
News
- St. Michael Women's Association is making sandwiches for the New Covenant Center in Stamford. They hope to make it a monthly event. If you are interested in participating, please contact Marigle Barragan at
mavb.alarcon21@gmail.com.
August 2024 - Back to School Supply Collection
The St Michael’s Women’s Association concluded their school supply drive for the benefit the people served by the Bridgeport Rescue Mission. This is only a sample of what we collected! Thank you to all who made the drive so successful by contributing via the Amazon Wish List and the collection box at the church. All families were very appreciative!
News - October 2023
St. Michael Women’s Association (SMWA) and Faith In Action Together (FIAT) conducted a drive for backpacks, rain ponchos, warm socks, and snacks for the benefit of the homeless served by the Bridgeport Rescue Mission.
Click here to read about our great success!
For more information or to learn how to get involved:
We welcome woman who would like to become a member of the SMWA. For information about our events or to inquire about getting involved,
and to join our membership list, please email
Eileen Ceci and Diane Pignataro at: smwa.stmichael469@gmail.com.
