Honor Catholic Charities Guild

Senate Resolution No. 1729 BY: Senator BRESLIN HONORING the Catholic Charities Guild upon the occasion of its designation for special recognition by Community Maternity Services on May 2, 2017 WHEREAS, In the course of the evolving development of this Empire State, if the ingredients of shared concern and responsive endeavor combine in the commitment to society, there have emerged among the distinguished citizens of the State of New York certain organizations which warrant special recognition; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend those illustrious organizations of the State of New York whose focus and intent have made a substantial impact on the quality of life in their communities; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor the Catholic Charities Guild upon the occasion of its designation for special recognition by Community Maternity Services at its 2nd Annual Celebration of Life on Tuesday, May 2, 2017, at Treviso by Mallozzi's, The Italian American Community Center, Albany, New York; and WHEREAS, The ladies of the Catholic Charities Guild are being recognized for their ongoing commitment to the Mission of Community Maternity Services and the work of Catholic Charities in the Diocese of Albany; and WHEREAS, The Catholic Charities Guild was established in 2009, by former members of the St. Clare's Hospital Auxiliary in Schenectady, New York, who were committed to maintaining friendships and continuing their mission of supporting Health Care and Education after the closing of the hospital in 2008; and WHEREAS, Since its inception, the Catholic Charities Guild has demonstrated an ongoing commitment to the mission of Community Maternity Services and the work of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany; and WHEREAS, Furthermore, through the years the members of the Catholic Charities Guild have organized numerous events including luncheons, fashion shows and vendor sales, raising significant funds to help support this vital work; and WHEREAS, Over its distinguished eight year history, the Catholic Charities Guild has demonstrated continuous service to the residents and communities which it serves; and WHEREAS, The success of the Catholic Charities Guild is in direct correlation to the efforts of its members, whose involvement is, and always has been, characterized by an impressive commitment, an unbridled enthusiasm, and an uncompromising standard of excellence in all endeavors on behalf of the organization and the community it serves; and WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion presents an opportunity for this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to the Catholic Charities Guild; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when organizations of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor the Catholic Charities Guild upon the occasion of its designation for special recognition by Community Maternity Services on May 2, 2017; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the Catholic Charities Guild.