CGL Banner

Catholic Girls League

Home
CGL Dates
Executive Roles
CGL Logo
Membership
Registration
Highlights

March 2025 Poster

CGL Meeting Highlights – March 27, 2025

The CGL girls met on March 27, 2025, for an evening filled with reflection, creativity, and community-building.  Below are the highlights from the meeting:

  1. Attendance: 
  • The meeting was extremely well attended by 19 girls
  • Members were reminded to arrive on time and bring their CGL items to each meeting.
  • Emphasis was placed on showing respect for the executive team, adults, and fellow members to maintain a supportive and respectful environment. 
  1. Land Acknowledgement:
  • The group took a moment to express gratitude for the Indigenous peoples' stewardship of the land, fostering a sense of respect and awareness for the land we gather. 
  1.  St. Francis Presentation:
  • A presentation by a GGL girl and her mentor about St. Francis, the Patron Saint of the Environment, inspired reflection on the importance of caring for creation.
  • The group recited the Prayer of St. Francis, and each member received a bookmark featuring St. Francis to serve as a reminder of his teachings.
  1.  Earth Day Presentation: 
  •  A CGL girl and her mentor shared the history and significance of Earth Day.  Members were encouraged to reflect on their environmental impact and consider small actions to contribute to sustainability in their daily lives. 
  • the discussion sparked thoughtful conversation among the group, with many sharing personal ways they aim to reduce their environmental footprint.
  1. Workshops:
  • Cursive Writing: Members practiced cursive writing as they created personalized name tags, adding a personal touch to the meeting. 
  • Communion Bracelets: Members worked together to assemble beautiful bracelets for children preparing for their First Communion.  The sense of accomplishment was evident as they proudly completed 29 bracelets for the children. 
  • Planting Activity: Members planted vegetables and herbs in small pots, learning about the importance of sustainability and connecting with nature in a hand-on way.  It was a joyful experience, as each member left with a plant to care for. 
  1. Snack Time: 
  • The group enjoyed a variety of snacks and socialized, creating an opportunity for members to bond and reflect on the activities
  1. Evening Debrief: 
  • Members shared their thoughts and discussed ideas for the next meeting:
  • Theme: Easter
  • Colours: Pastels and floral patterns
  • Activities: Bingo, bracelet-making, and egg decorating.
  1. Closing Prayer: 
  • The meeting concluded with the recitation of the Hail Mary prayer, sending off with a sense of peace and purpose

 

Looking forward to seeing the girls at the next CGL meeting:            Thursday, April 24, 2025 - 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm.  

For new members, registration is available online on the CGL website.

February 2025 Highlights

Thursday, February 27, 2025

  1. Successful Attendance

The first CGL meeting of the year was a great success, with 14 enthusiastic CGL girls and volunteers attending, marking a strong start to the program

  1. Special Blessings

The meeting opened with a special blessing, setting a positive and reflective tone for the day.  Monsignor Patrick gave a special blessing to the girls and shared the story of the pilgrimage Jubilee Mass held on February 25, 2025. He also blessed the red rosaries, giving each girl one as a special gift. It was a meaningful moment that reminded everyone of the program’s core values of Faith, Friendship, Fun and Formation

  1. Creative Activities

Members participated in a variety of fun, hands-on activities designed to promote creativity and teamwork.  Activities included:

 - Handwriting Practice: Members engaged in an activity focused on improving their handwriting, fostering patience and attention to detail

- Origami:  Members enjoyed learning the art of paper folding, creating beautiful origami pieces while practicing focus and precision.

- Friendship Bracelet Making: Members worked together to create personalized friendship bracelets, symbolizing the bonds formed within the group

  1. Building Connections

Through these activities, girls were able to strengthen their friendships and connect with both peers and mentors, setting the foundation for a supportive and collaborative community.

  1. Looking forward to Future Meetings

The meeting concluded with excitement and anticipation for the upcoming CGL events and activities, encouraging everyone to stay involved and continue building on the friendships and skills developed during this session. 

Tuesday, February 25, 2025

  • As part of the Jubilee Milestone at St. Edwards, CGL Executive Girls proudly participated in the Jubilee celebration at St. Edward the Confessor.