Court Queen of Peace met at DIvine Mercy Hall on Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026 at 5:30 with 24 members and one guest present. After a salad supper Regent Jill McCord called the meeting to order followed by prayer and flag pledge. No secretary’s report was given in the absence of Secretary Pam Marshall. Treasurer Betty Palmer gave her report. A motion was made by Joyce Risacher and seconded to remove previous members from the signature card at MNWest Bank and new ones put onto the signature card. In absence of Jeaneen Nelson Financial Secretary, Jill reported no additional information.
Jill read an appreciation card from Judy Carlson.
Lee Crowley agreed to take on the position of SOS currently held by Jill McCord. The donations collected will be sent to the Handmaids of the Heart of Jesus Christ nuns in New Ulm. Cards for SOS and various occasions are made and donated by Barb Neilson.
Jan Bryan’s update from the legislature was a message from Governor campaigner Amy Klobuchar and Attorney General campaigner Ron Schutz. She reminded us to ignore the negative ads when searching for information on candidates.
Spirituality chair Joyce Risacher gave the history of the Mission Rosary, a 5 colored rosary indicating the 5 areas of the globe developed by Bishop Sheen in 1951. The Courier has info on the beautification of Bishop Sheen in St. Louis in the near future.
Youth chair Judy Carlson will collaborate with Diann Timmerman with the youth activities.
The unfinished business included passing a sheet to donate cookies for CDA Sunday reception. There will be volunteers to fulfill the Liturgical and setup and cleanup duties on October 18. Regent Jill thanked those who helped with Bingo at the 3 nursing homes during the summer.
New business : A new Schedule of Meeting and Events was passed out. Extras are in the slots at church for those not attending the meeting, A soup/ dessert fund raiser was discussed with no action taken. Jill asked for additional suggestions. Treasurer Betty indicated a fund raiser is necessary. The November 24th meeting will include a Memorial Service which Joyce Risacher has agreed to plan and set up. .
After adjournment Barb Minnehan gave a history of the 7 boxes and totes of quilts that were donated by Nancy Bambenek, National Director. Some of the quilts have been given away already. Several members volunteered suggestions as to where the quilts could be distributed and agreed to contact them.
The October 20th meeting will be at Stonegate Orchard at 2 PM with Jan Bryan’s committee in charge.
