The 19th annual Women’s Day of Reflection will be held 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Saturday, April 27 at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, 210 Greentree Road, Munhall, Pa.
Our lives are like stained glass windows. Many parts make a whole. Created in the image and likeness of God, our mind, body and spirit are intimately connected. “You formed me in my inmost being; you knit me in my mother’s womb. I praise you, so wonderfully you made me; wonderful are your works.”(Psalm 139:13-14)
Three gifted presenters will share experiences and wisdom in how trauma and challenges can be a source of new meaning in life. Their example of acceptance and perseverance will help us see that life is always a series of new beginnings. Each day is an opportunity for growth and awareness in renewing mind, body and spirit.
Presenters include:
Pam Surano currently works for the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh as an assignment editor and producer of Communications and Community Relations. She has extensive experience as a TV anchor for WYTVYoungstown, Ohio, WTOV-TV in Steubenville, Ohio and WJET-TV in Erie, PA. Her professional experience also includes working with Catholic Charities and Mercy’s Operation Safety Net in helping refugees, homeless, the abused and addicts. In 2020, at age thirteen, her daughter Mary, suffered a rare spinal stroke as the result of a freak accident. Pam will talk about her journey in helping her daughter recover and how her faith encourages her to persevere in this life changing experience.
Susan Koeppen has more than 25 years of experience in the television industry and presently is a news anchor for WPXI-TV. A journalist with a passion for telling stories and talking with people, Susan will tell her own story of being a cardiac arrest survivor. Her tenacity in remaining positive and confidence in the medical field contributed greatlyto her recovery. In addition, she will share her own personal encounters with others in life-death situations. As an advocate forwomen’s health she’s a self proclaimed, “Let’s not waste any moment of any day” type of person. Her passion is to help women actively and intentionally remain healthy in mind, body and spirit.
Lee Goldman Kikel earned a BS in Psychology, a Masters Degree in Education at the University of Pittsburgh and worked in the mental health field as a rehabilitation counselor. She grew up in the Squirrel Hill neighborhood of Pittsburgh and her early years revolved around school and the family jewelry business. Her father, Melvin Goldman, a jewelry designer was a Holocaust survivor. Lee wrote a book about his experience entitled, “Perseverance: One Holocaust Survivor’s Journey from Poland to America.” She will share the fascinating story of how she learned about her father’s secret life and the way in which his faith sustained him during his terrible ordeal.
The event is sponsored by the Byzantine Catholic Archeparchial Office of Religious Education.
The event is sponsored by the Byzantine Catholic Archeparchial Office of Religious Education.
A dedicated committee meets throughout the year to plan and coordinate the day, working with a theme of interest to women to help them grow in their spirituality. The springtime event also features a luncheon, vendors and a bountiful basket auction with proceeds donated to women and children in Ukraine.
Cost of $40 includes lunch. No refunds. Registration is required. Deadline is April 20.
If you wish to donate a basket for the Benefit Auction, please contact Marjorie Glaid at 412-835-3873.
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The 2019 Women’s Day of Reflection was held Saturday, May 11, 2019 at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist,
Title: “God Speaks: Do We Listen?”
Presenters include:
Lillian Leonardi – “My Spiritual Homecoming”
Jennifer Miele – “God Speaks to All Generations”
Joni Sturgill – “Healthy Body: Peaceful Soul”
