Our Mission:
Empower.
We provide Catholic women the tools to become strong leaders, faithful witnesses, and sound, moral citizens in the church and modern society.
Who We Are
The St. Paul and Minneapolis Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women (ACCW) unites women of this Archdiocese with news, information, programming, networking, and support under the umbrella of the ACCW and the National Council of Catholic Women (NCCW). We present a unified voice for all Catholic Women to support, empower, and educate women in their spirituality, leadership, and service to Christ, His Church, and modern society.
“ACCW provide women with a voice for their Catholic Faith.”
Our Impact
ACCW will enrich your spirituality, bond you with women of faith, provide opportunities to develop leadership skills, and serve your community. We provide a channel for your voice to be heard.
2,000+
Members
2,660 recorded Council of Catholic Women members within the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis.
187
parishes
Archdiocesan parishes including 74 affiliated councils.
50K+
funds accrued
Over $25,000 received from Catholic Services Appeal. An additional $16,400 collected from CCW for Madonna Fund, and over $50,000 for the Kitui, Kenya women’s dormitory.
Commissions
ACCW is guided by a Board of Directors and is comprised of six commissions under the areas of Leadership, Spirituality, and Service.
Organization
The Organization Commission serves to strengthen and assist the entire organization in communicating their concerns and furthering the development of leadership among women through training and mentoring.
Legislation
The Legislation Commission works to educate members on legislative issues and encourages advocacy on local, state, and national levels, in accordance with Catholic social teachings.
Church
The Church Commission aims to create an educated and dynamic community of God’s people through programs of study, prayer, worship and action.
Family
The Family Concerns Commission works to assist members in achieving truly Christian family living, in order to preserve Christian principles in areas pertaining to the welfare of all families.
Community
The Community Commission aims to increase awareness of human rights, basic needs and justice within communities.
International
The International Concerns Commission that strives to meet the needs of people universally, in creating a conviction of responsibilities for the international society to alleviate suffering brought on by poverty, injustice and oppression.
Get Involved
Join a vibrant group of Catholic Women in the Archdiocese of Minneapolis and St Paul, individually or as a parish to Support, Empower, and Educate current and future Catholic Women!
Become a member
Become an individual member or an affiliated parish.
opportunities
Get involved at your parish, deanery or archdiocesan level.
Make a Donation
Support our programs of ministry and education.