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Special Event
Join us on Thursday, March 30th, 2023, at 6:30 pm as Marie Monville presents:
"The Transformative Power of Forgiveness"
About Marie:
“When all other lights go out, He still shines!” This became the anthem to Marie’s life when on October 2, 2006, her then-husband made a decision to hold an Amish schoolhouse hostage, forever changing life as she knew it. It is her testimony, forged while moving through unthinkable circumstances, into the unfathomable love of the Father. On her darkest day, Marie simply chose to believe that HE IS. Her act of faith radically propelled her into a future she could not have hoped for or imagined.
Marie Monville ministers the truth of God’s love: it is deep enough to heal any wound, strong enough to break all bondage and brings light to those in darkness. In the years since God continues to unfold his beautiful plan of redemption over her family. Marie tells a story of forgiveness, healing, and the restoration God has done in her life. She is living proof that God can bring beauty out of brokenness, and she loves to share that message with others. Her testimony will inspire your group to dive deep into a relationship with God, which will transform your life and impact all you encounter. She believes that God is real, he is alive, and his love brings us to life.
Marie and her husband, Dan, live in Lancaster County, PA, with their 6 children. They became grandparents in 2019, and love everything about this new season. They traveled to South Africa in July 2015, where they adopted their son. Marie is passionate about adoption and shares this through her ministry. She graduated from the School of Ministry (Christ Community Church, Camp Hill, PA) and holds a bachelors degree in Organizational Behavior from Immaculata University.Here’s the real Marie
Ok, that’s the bio, but here’s the real me. I’m a wife and mom of 6 kids. I have the sweetest grandson. He calls me “Lolli” (my term for grandma, and yes my husband is “Pop”). I’m passionate about my family and believe in the redemptive beauty of adoption. You’ll find me advocating for the older child.
Family dinners are a priority in our home. Sometimes that means a nice meal on my grandma’s special dishes; other days, that’s leftovers on paper plates! I’m a dreamer, a believer, and if you’re in my circle, I’ll champion you and your goals! I love real relationships, and that means living life with authenticity. So yeah, on any given day there might be 12+ pairs of my kids’ shoes between our living and dining room; I’m still working on that!
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About Gift
GIFT (Growing in Faith Together) is a ministry for the women of St. Mary's and their guests. Each year we host two speaker events, giving women the opportunity to share their faith in a fun and relaxed setting. Our guests enjoy wine, finger foods, coffee and desserts and have the opportunity to gather with old friends and make new ones.
Since 2012 GIFT events have offered a variety of speaker presentations designed to inspire our guests and build our community of faithful women.
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Our Planning Team
Michele Alexander
Joan Angiullo
Betty Baldo
Diane Barber
Kathy di Girolamo
Eileen Gaus
Joan Giles
Kathy McCord
Maggie McGuire
Mary Tigani
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Our Mission
To gather women together in a relaxing environment, as we listen, discuss, and share Christian topics that will enrich a greater love for Christ and the Catholic Church.
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Our Vision
The women of GIFT are a faith community bound together by a shared commitment to the teachings of Jesus Christ. We host powerful, faith filled speakers who touch the hearts and minds of women to ignite a greater love of God and sense of faith. We support one another emotionally through the bonds of Christian love. We connect socially through breaking bread and lively conversation in a safe, relaxing and beautiful environment. And we embolden each other to go forth and proclaim the Good News of the Gospel.
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Directions
GIFT events are held in the St. Mary Room at St. Mary of the Assumption Church, 7200 Lancaster Pike, Hockessin, Delaware. There is ample parking space available in our lot and signs are posted which direct you to the entrance to our event.
Directions
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A Special Thank You to our Sponors and Donors
The Columbiettes
Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza (Limestone Rd)
DiBenedetto Family Real Estate at Patterson Schwartz
Mexican Table Restaurant in Hockessin
Knights of Columbus at SMA
Redfire Grill (Lantana Square)
Friendly's (Lantana Square)
and All of our wonderful guests who make donations during our events.
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Support Us
Would you or someone you know like to sponsor an event or make a donation to help fund our speakers?
Mail checks payable to:
"St. Mary of the Assumption GIFT"
Betty Baldo, GIFT TreasurerSt. Mary of the Assumption Church
7200 Lancaster Pike
Hockessin, Delaware 19707or donate online HERE
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