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August 14, 2025The Catholic Daughters of the Americas (CDA) held its 50th Biennial State Convention on May 2-4, at the Catholic Pastoral Center in Oklahoma City.
The theme: “Come Share Your Light, Be a Beacon of Hope.”
The Keynote Speaker, Larann Wilson, associate director for the department of evangelization and discipleship at the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City, emphasized how lighthouses have played a key role in maritime safety and navigation throughout history, providing a guiding light amid the darkness of the seas. Lighthouses are beacons of hope. She used the lighthouse as an analogy to our faith, stating, “God is our Beacon. He guides our life.”
Wilson led the attendees through a special “Visio Divina” meditation. Visio Divina is translated as “divine seeing,” related to the prayer form Lectio Divina (divine reading), using visual elements to help set the mind on prayer.
An installation Mass was held for the newly elected 2025-2027 state officers: State Regent Jo Ella Newberry; 1st State Vice Regent Debbie Brzozowski; 2nd State Vice Regent Karla Ludwig; State Treasurer Laura Hamilton; and State Secretary Alyson Kopycinski. Also, the 2025-2027 district deputies were installed.
The Sacrament of Reconciliation was available to all, as was Eucharistic Adoration. A memorial service was also held to remember the 17 deceased CDA members who passed away over the past two years.
There was fun, too, including a “Fabulous 50s” celebration, featuring 50s attire, including poodle skirts and bobby socks, and even a “Lucy” from “I Love Lucy.” There were games, dancing and karaoke singing of the 50s music.
Photo: (Above) The Catholic Daughters of the Americas held its 50th Biennial State Convention on May 2-4 at the Catholic Pastoral Center in Oklahoma City. Pictured are the state officers for 2025-2027. Photos provided.