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The Lincoln Diocesan Council of Catholic Women (LDCCW) is a lay organization supported by the Bishop of Lincoln, Nebraska. We are called to live the gospel mandate to serve Christ by serving others, especially the poor, sick and marginalized. Our focus is the sanctification of our members, Let us walk with you on your journey of holiness.
Mission Statement: The Lincoln Diocesan Council of Catholic Women, under the authority of the Bishop, seeks to grow in holiness and to live out our faith through the Spiritual and Corporal Works of Mercy in the service of God and His Church.
President's Message 
Dear Sisters in Christ,
Over the past 30 days, I have had the privilege of attending three deanery meetings—in Falls City, Lincoln, and Fairbury. It is always a joy to be invited and welcomed with such loving sisterhood. There is something truly heartwarming about gathering with faith-filled Catholics who serve Christ with such love and devotion.
These deanery meetings shared several meaningful elements. First, each began and ended with prayer. Calling upon our Lord Jesus to be present among us and to guide and lead us is always a beautiful way to begin and conclude our time together. Second, each meeting included a printed agenda for every member. The presidents are to be commended for taking the time to prepare and distribute these agendas, which helped everyone remain focused and engaged. Finally, each group showed a strong commitment to helping the parishes within its deanery thrive.
The Fairbury Deanery meeting was especially blessed by the presence of the host parish priest, Fr. Grell, and the dean, Fr. Major. God bless these men for supporting the women of the deanery by attending their meeting. I also attended a Magnificat Prayer Meal and the Diocesan Communications Workshop. Although these events were quite different from one another, both brought together people filled with the Holy Spirit and a sincere desire to do God’s will.
Elections will take place soon after you receive this newsletter. As you vote, please allow your faith to guide you. Our country needs our prayers. The following prayer appeared in our parish bulletin:
Lord God, as the election approaches, we seek to better understand
the issues and concerns that confront our city, state, and country, and
how the Gospel compels us to respond as faithful citizens. Grant us
eyes free from blindness, so we may see one another as brothers and
sisters, equal in dignity; ears to hear the cries of the vulnerable; and
minds and hearts open to leaders who will bring us closer to Your
Kingdom. Give us discernment to choose those who hear Your Word,
live Your love, and keep Your truth. May Your will be done, and may
Your peace rest upon our land. In the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.
Peace Be with You,
Valerie Able, 2026-2028 President
Lincoln Diocesan Council of Catholic Women
