Women in Gabriel's Spirit (WINGS)
WINGS is a fellowship of women 18 and older gathered together to build community, generate friendships, enrich spiritual growth, and to put to good use the varied gifts God has given to each of us. In this way we act in Gabriel's Spirit to serve our community, our Church, our families, and ourselves.
WINGS organizes new events as well as enhances already existing programs that are scheduled in our parish. We also establish outreach programs to our community in the Cave Creek area.
WINGS goal is to foster friendships and to develop healthy relationships among the women of our parish. This will enable them to use their gifts to meet individual, parish, and community needs.
WINGS Activities
You may already know WINGS by the activities we plan and execute for the parish:
- Newborn Rosaries beaded for the infants in our parish who are Baptized
- Christmas Party where WINGS members and friends/significant others enjoy an evening of fun and food
- Giving Tree at Christmas which supports families in need of the basics of life
- Christmas Stockings for local children who would otherwise not receive one
- Easter Baskets for clients of Foothills Food Bank to put a smile on a small child’s face
2026-2027 Schedule of Events
| Date | Time | Event | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Aug 26 | 4:00-5:30pm | Board Meeting | Tobias Room |
| Wed, Sep 9 | 4:00-5:30pm | Board Meeting | Tobias Room |
| Sat, Sep 12 & Sun, Sep 13 | 10:30-11:30am | WINGS Membership Drive at 10:30am Mass | Courtyard after Masses |
| Thu, Sep 17 | 4:00-8:30pm | Kickoff Party | Parish Hall |
| Thu, Oct 8 | 4:00-5:30pm | Board Meeting | Tobias Room |
| Thu, Oct 15 | 4:30-8:30pm | General Meeting | St Gabriel Room |
| Sat, Oct 24 & Sun, Oct 25 | After All Masses | Fall Bake Sale | Parish Hall/Courtyard/North Side |
| Wed, Nov 11 | 4:00-5:30pm | Board Meeting | Tobias Room |
| Sat, Nov 28 | All Day | Giving Tree/Christmas Stockings Display Goes Up | Narthex |
| Sat, Nov 28 & Sun, Nov 29 | After All Masses | Giving Tree/Christmas Stocking Tags Handed Out | Narthex |
| Sat, Dec 5 & Sun, Dec 6 | After All Masses | Giving Tree/Christmas Stocking Tags Handed Out | Narthex |
| Sat, Dec 5 | After Mass | WINGS Christmas Party | Parish Hall |
| Wed, Dec 9 | 4:00-5:30pm | Board Meeting | Tobias Room |
| Sat, Dec 12 & Sun, Dec 13 | After All Masses | Giving Tree/Christmas Stocking Tags Handed Out | Narthex |
| Fri, Dec 18 & Sat, Dec 19 | All Day | Giving Tree Sorting and Gift Pick up | Parish Hall |
| Wed, Jan 13 | 4:00-5:30pm | Board Meeting | Tobias Room |
| Thu, Jan 21 | 4:30 - 8:30pm | General Meeting | St Gabriel Room |
| Sat, Feb 6 & Sun, Feb 7 | After All Masses | Spring Bake Sale (Mardi Gras) | Parish Hall/Courtyard/North Side |
| Wed, Feb 10 | 4:00-5:30pm | Board Meeting | Tobias Room |
| Sat, Feb 20 | All Day | Lenten Retreat | Parish Hall |
| Wed, Mar 10 | 4:00-5:30pm | Board Meeting | Tobias Room |
| Sat, Mar 6 & Sun, Mar 7 | After All Masses | Easter Basket Tags Distributed | Narthex |
| Thu, Mar 18 | 4:30-8:30pm | General Meeting | St Gabriel Room |
| TBD | 4:00-6:00pm | Stations of the Cross | Church |
| Sat, Mar 13 & Sun, Mar 14 | After All Masses | Easter Basket Tags Distributed | Narthex |
| Sat, Mar 20 & Sun, Mar21 | After All Masses | Easter Basket Tags Returned/Distributed | Narthex |
| Wed, Apr 14 | 4:00-5:30pm | Board Meeting | Tobias Room |
| Sat, Apr 10 & Sun Apr 11 | After All Masses | Roses for Mary | Courtyard/North Side |
| Sat, Apr 24 | 9:00am-12:00pm | Spring Luncheon | TBD |
| Sat, Apr 17 & Sun, Apr 18 | After All Masses | Roses for Mary | Courtyard/North Side |
| Sat, Apr 24 & Sun, Apr 25 | After All Masses | Roses for Mary | Courtyard/North Side |
| Sat, May 1 & Sun, May 2 | After All Masses | Roses for Mary | Courtyard/North Side |
| Fri, May 7 & Sat, May 8 | After All Masses | Roses for Mary Set Up | Parish Hall/ Church |
| Wed, May 12 | 4:00-5:30pm | Board Meeting | Tobias Room |
| TBD | Roses for Mary Clean Up | Parish Hall/Church |
Just Wingin' It — A Wings Social Initiative
This year we are launching a new social program called Just Wingin' It. Each month a WINGS member will host a new social event open to all members. The calendar will be out in September (if not before) but just to give you a sneak preview of some of the events already planned for you…
- Wine Tasting Extraordinaire (Enjoy an introduction to select wines and their best food pairings)
- Charcuterie for the Holidays (Learn to design amazing charcuterie boards for entertaining)
- Christmas Ornament Party and Exchange (Getting everyone in the holiday spirit)
- Take Me Out to the Theatre (Giggle or cry as you are entertained by local talent)
- Happy Hour event (No explanation needed here)
- Bangles and Baubles (A WINGS legacy event everyone loves)
- Museum Tour and Lunch (Enjoy an educational walk through a museum followed by lunch with friends)
All volunteers must complete the Safe Environment Training (SET) requirements through the Diocese. For more information on these requirements, please contact Deb Vinci at set@stgacc.org or in the parish office at 480-595-0883.
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