WOMEN OF ROCKFORD DIOCESE: This day is for you! “Moving Forward with Confidence, Hope and Joy” is the theme of the Rockford Diocesan Council of Catholic women (RFCCW) convention on April 5,2014. Speaker of the day is Rebecca Woodhull, PhD, President of the National Council of Catholic Women. Her dedication and passion inspire the ladies in the pew. It is being held at St. Patrick, 244 Kelly Dr., Rochelle, IL. The day starts with 8-9 a.m. gathering and sign-in, a short business meeting and Meet and Greet the speaker, 11 a.m. Mass and installation of officers. Dr. Woodhull will speak after lunch, followed by a purse auction, raffle and silent auction. Registration is $25 and includes lunch. Send check payable to RDCCW to Cathy Vendemia, 107 Wetachee Way, Poplar Grove, IL 61065. cathyvendemia@gmail.com. 815-765-3384by March 20. Registration forms & more information can be found on the tables in the lobby.