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News
From the News Desk
Congratulations to our members who celebrate a birthday in
July or August. Come to the Council in July or August on a Friday evening with
your spouse or friend, and receive a complimentary beverage.
Congratulations to Willie Cintron & wife Evelyn and their newborn son, Jonathan
Ramon, born on May 28.
Anniversary best wishes to Brian & Dolores O’Dowd celebrating their 22nd wedding
anniversary.
Congratulations to the first winners of our newly restarted Scholarship Award
Program…Alyssa Covino and Douglas Horn.
Congratulations to Tony Tulli, selected as our Council Knight of the Year. A
well deserved honor for Tony. GK Ivan presented a Certificate to Tony at our
last meeting.
Congratulations to Al Moriarty, Jill Moriarty, and their children Rhianna and
Trevor, selected as our Council Family of the Year. GK Ivan presented a
Certificate to Al at last meeting.
Prior to the June 7 meeting, several Past Grand Knights were treated to a
delicious dinner by GK Ivan Hannibal, served by his wife Donna, his daughter
Dayna and two of her friends. Attending were the following PGK’s: Bill
Bochicchio, Frank Messina, Joseph Matarazzo, Fred Jacobsen, John Dillon, Marty
Healy, Tom Trank, Geo. DiCostanzo, Phil Fredericks, Geo. Olszewski, Fr. John
Murray SMA, and from Florida Jim McFadden.
Thanks to SK Russell Petrocelli, PGK, PFN for his donation
to our Council of a new ONE NATION UNDER GOD flag. The next time you visit the
Council, see it flying below our national flag.
Our thanks to Frank Uvenio, who arranged to get a new national flag from Rep.
Scott Garrett that flew above the Capitol in the name of St. John’s Council
1345. Check out the flag and the certificate in the vestibule next time you
visit the Council.
Friday
Night Socials
Come on down! - To the council and enjoy with
other members and their friends, a refreshing drink and conversation. Pizza
nights are the first Friday of every month –our pizza chef Jerry Passano can
create the best pizza in NJ. Doors open at 8:00pm.
Call
ahead and let us know you’re coming…..201-387-2757.
Installation – 2008
Our Installation Mass will be held at the SMA Chapel
at 23 Bliss Avenue, Tenafly, NJ on July 19, 2008 at 5:00pm. I invite all my
brothers to attend this Mass as your initial showing of support for the Officers
that will lead us through the 2008-2009 Columbian Year.
A Reception will follow at 7:00pm at the Council and everyone is invited. There
is no charge for this dinner; therefore, early reservations are a must. Please
contact me if you wish to make a reservation for the Installation Dinner.
Brothers, Reservations will close on July 11, 2008.
Grand Knight
Steve Martin
Annual Council Retreat
This is a reminder to all our Brother Knights that NOW
IS THE TIME; it’s not too early, to make reservations to attend our annual
retreat at San Alfonso Retreat House, “Where God & Sea Come Together”.
But Hurry, Time is Running Out. The dates are August 15-17, Friday thru Sunday.
Cost is $160 per person and includes six (6) meals. A non-refundable deposit of
$25 is required with each reservation. If you’re interested, contact me
PGK George Olszewski
Retreat Chairman
Dumont Day - 2008
Dumont Day festivities will be held on September 13,
2008 and our Council sponsors a booth at Memorial Park at which we sell
hamburgers and drinks. This is a major fund raiser for our Council and I ask all
brothers who can help in working the booth that day to contact me or
PGK George DiCostanzo.
Because the event will run into the evening this year, we will need lots of help
setting up, managing the booth and breaking down.
Brothers, as I noted in my first Grand Knight’s address, we need your help for
events like these. Please consider helping us at this important event which also
keeps our Council in the forefront of the community.
Grand Knight
Steve Martin
Council Clam Bake & Picnic
The first Council Event this year will be on September
7, 2008. We are going to have a Clam Bake/ Cookout which will include a menu of
hamburgers, hot dogs, and salads. I chose September 7th because this is the
first “football weekend” of 2008 and it seems like a great time to get together
after our summer break.
Please make your reservations early for our first Council event of the year. I
have been told that a Clam Bake was successful in the past and I want to try a
“little something different” for our Annual Council Picnic. (The price of this
affair may be a little higher). Again, reservations are needed to get an
accurate headcount. Contact me for reservations. “Spread the Word.”
Grand Knight
Steve Martin
Centennial Committee Report
Chairman: Please return your journal ads quickly so you will be sure to get a
spot in this historical document. Don’t forget to get your reservations in for
the Gala Dinner Dance, time is going quickly. Tables and individual reservations
are still available as of this printing.
Transportation: the response to our offer of a bus has been zero. We need to
know now if anyone is interested in using this service to go and return from the
Gala Dinner. Call PGK G. Olszewski. Cost would be $20.00 per person.
Fundraising: Raffle #6 will be drawn at the Open House. You have received the
offering for Anniversary Golf Shirts & Hats. Get your orders in so that a volume
order can be placed. If you’re planning to take a journal ad, mail it quickly,
closing date is July 7.
Gala Dinner: as mentioned in our Chairman’s report, time for the Gala is quickly
closing in on us. Get your reservations in to Bob Dondero before it’s too late.
George DiCostanzo, PGK, PFN.
Hungry & Homeless
If anyone has a turkey they are not going
to use, please contact Bill Horn or Bob
Dondero. and we will be glad to pick it up. Thank you all,
Bill Horn
Retention Committee
Dues payments for 2008 were due the end of March.
Did you remember to mail your dues? If not, act now and mail your payment
quickly. The retention committee will be calling all delinquent members sometime
late April, early May.
Contact
Tom Ciotti,
Chairman with any questions about your dues.
Membership
David Benson,
Chairman
Columbian Club Report
Our hall is available for rentals to members and
their extended families for parties, special celebrations, and funeral repasts.
We’re taking reservations now. Contact our Reservations Chairman John
Orsino and find out how he can help you with your party plans.
Bob Dondero,
President
Church Activities Report
Thanks to everyone for coming to the NJ Veteran’s Home
on Sat, June 14 FLAG DAY to assist the Catholic veteran’s and making it possible
for them to attend Sunday Mass. Special thanks to Fr. John Murray SMA for coming
to celebrate the Mass there as he has done so many times before. And thanks to
the 4th Degree Sir Knights of Bishop O’Connor Assembly #647 for joining us and
participating in the Liturgy.
When we FLY THE FLAG, we remind ourselves of all the sacrifices these brave men
and women made so that we can remain free. When we go to the Home, we make it
possible for our Catholic Veteran’s to celebrate Sunday Mass.
When we come out to socialize with and aid the veteran’s to attend Mass, Our
Order is appreciated by the Veteran’s, their family, and others who see us. We
are like visible banners. Much like the American Flag flying, we appear to
others as a symbol of being proud Americans and Fine Catholics.
Please remember for the summer, Jesus doesn’t go on vacation from us. Make it a
good habit to come out as often as possible especially over the summer on the
2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month to help at the Vets Masses in Paramus.
Thank you and God bless you. Let’s everyone have a safe and happy summer.
SK John E. McGill
Columbiettes News & Report
On Wednesday, June 18 we had our final meeting of the
year. That night we installed the new officers for the 2008-2009 year.
Immediate Past President: Jill Moriarty
President: Donna Hannibal
Vice-President: Roberta Elwell
Secretary: Donna Fredericks
Financial Secretary: Joan Winant
Treasurer: Nina DiCostanzo
Sentinel: Connie Reilly
Congratulations to all, and we look forward to the start of a new year. May you
all have a blessed and happy summer.
Nina DiCostanzo, Publicity
Insurance Agent Report
Complimentary insurance analysis. Do you know how much
life insurance you need? How much would you wife sue for, if you were killed by
a drunk driver?
We know you have questions. We have the answers. Call Don Stappenbeck at
551-265-3489 to set up your life insurance analysis. All we ask is that you give
us an opportunity to speak with you for 30 minutes.
Don Stappenbeck, Your Insurance Agent
Other
News
Latin Mass - Archbishop Myers has authorized the
celebration of a Latin Mass at Our
Lady of Victories Church, in Harrington Park. The mass will be
celebrated every third (3rd) Sunday and begin at 2:30pm.
Protocol
One of the things that set the Knights of Columbus
apart from other organizations is our Protocol. Many of the Rules of Protocol
that we follow were explained when we took our First Degree. Sometimes, we
forget the way that we should conduct ourselves during a meeting.
The Grand Knight is the presiding officer during the meeting and he must keep
control of the meeting. With the cooperation of the members, the meetings can
flow quickly and efficiently.
If a member wishes to speak, he does so by rising from his seat, addressing the
chair with “Worthy Grand Knight” and saluting at the same time. The GK will
return the salute and acknowledge the member. At our Council we also observe
saluting the Deputy Grand Knight. After saluting the GK, the member turns and
salutes the Deputy GK. All questions and speech are directed through the GK.
There is never any direct talk between members.
There may be other situations that arise that are not covered by a rule. But by
applying common courtesy to each other, we cannot go wrong. Finally, we should
show proper consideration for the office represented by the person.
Helpful Hints Trivia
Did you know……….
Rainy day cure for dog odor: next time your dog comes in from the rain, simply
wipe down the animal with Bounce or any dryer sheet, instantly making your dog
smell springtime fresh.
Headache Pain: drinking two glasses of Gatorade can relieve headache pain almost
immediately, without the unpleasant side effects caused by traditional pain
relievers.
Burns: Colgate toothpaste makes an excellent salve for burns.
Stuffed Nose: try chewing on a couple of curiously strong Altoids peppermints.
They’ll clear up your stuffed nose.
Sore Throat: mix ¼ cup of vinegar with ¼ cup of honey and take 1 tablespoon six
times a day. The vinegar kills the bacteria.
Employment Referral Service
“Brother Knights helping Brother Knights”
The NJ State Council K of C provides an
employment referral service for its members. The contact is John F. O’Brien
PGK, PFN, P. O. Box 295, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922. Phone is 908-647-6484, and
email is: KofCSummit783@aol.com.
Brother Knights seeking employee’s must submit
a Help Wanted listing.
Brother Knights seeking employment should send a
brief description (2 lines) of qualifications and experience, plus name,
address, telephone and Council number.
Call John for the latest listing of Positions
Wanted and Positions Available.
Email Notifications
This is an easy and efficient method of notifying
members of important events in a timely manner. Such events as Wake Service
Calls, reminders of upcoming events. To get on the list, send an email message
to papagdc@aol.com.
Thank
the Troops
If you did not get a chance to send a card in
December, do it now in January……it’s never too late!
www.letssaythanks.com
is a website that gives you the opportunity to send a FREE postcard to U.S.
military personnel stationed in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Show your support and appreciation for their
service and sacrifice for our country. Your postcard will lift their spirits.
According to Xerox, the sponsors of this program,
they have received millions of greeting cards for the troops, far exceeding
their expectations.
It’s 3 simple steps. Pick a card design (drawn
by children), pick a greeting, print your name and town, and send. That’s it.
When you’re in the website, check the links for
Photos, and Messages from the Troops. You will see and read what effect these
cards have on the troops. Don’t miss the opportunity.
George DiCostanzo, PFN, PGK
Remember
our troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. FREE cards and greetings are offered at
The whole process takes less than 5 minutes. Try it and reach out to a service
man or woman. Let them know we care.
Upcoming Degree Dates
For
all degree dates, we meet at our Council at 7pm and carpool to the degree
location.
First Degree: TBD
Second Degree: TBD
Third Degree: TBD
Fourth Degree: TBD
Sick and
Wake Report
If you have questions, changes or
additions to the Knight News or this website in general, please contact Tom
Ciotti.
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