
Our Lady of the Assumption
FOUNDED A.D. 1905
Diocese of Fall River
The dedicated women of Our Lady’s Guild fund raise and give back to our sisters and
brothers in need whether it will be homeless, food insecure, mentally ill, incarcerated or
disabled. It is through God’s hands that we give of ourselves wholeheartedly and with
compassion. Catholic women, eighteen years of age or over who are interested in the
objectives of the Guild, may become members.
Mary-Jo Pierpont, Marilyn Lariviere, Co-Presidents
Some of the recipients we help are:
- Homeless not Helpless
- St. Joseph’s House
- Capabilities
- St. Vincent DePaul and
- Scholarships for our high school seniors for children and/or grandchildren of members of our parishes, to an institution of higher learning.
Officers of the Guild and Executive Board 2025-2026
- Co-Presidents: Mary Jo Pierpont and Marilyn Lariviere
- Vice President: Peggy Kilroy
- Recording Secretary: Rosemary Shinnick
- Corresponding Secretary: Rose-Marie Sylva
- Treasurer: Carolyn Tinsley
- Assistant Treasurer: Mary Grady
- Membership: Jessie Sullivan
- Hotline Committee & Friendship: Cheryl Smith
- Hospitality: Not filled this year. - Advisor: Joan Coon
- Christmas Fair Co-Chairs: Mary Jo Pierpont and Marilyn Lariviere
- Ex Officio: Paula Power-Spirlet
The Board meets on the 1st Thursday of the month at 10:00 A.M. September through
May at Our Lady of The Assumption Annex.
At this time, Member gatherings are held on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 1:00 P.M.
September through May at Our Lady of Victory Hall (unless otherwise indicated).
Transportation is available for all meetings…call any Board Member to arrange.​