4th Degree Awards Harris Teeter
Thursday, April 26 2012 @ 09:04 AM CDT
Harris Teeter Manager Chris Rivenburgh, 4th Degree Knights Joe Kinzer and John Mattel and Goeff Hirschmann, Harris Teeter co-manager
Fourth Degree Meeting Minutes, March 21, 2010
Monday, April 23 2012 @ 06:24 PM CDT
The meeting was called to order at 7 PM in Sacred Heart Church Social Hall by Our Faithful Navigator SK Rich Kunzier
The opening ceremony was conducted by the Officers
The opening Ode was sung by all
A prayer was offered by Faithful Friar Douglas Lawson
The roll call of officers was as follows:
Faithful Friar: Rev. Douglas Lawson present
Faithful Navigator: Richard Kunzier- Present
Faithful Captain: Tony Doria- Present
Faithful Pilot: John Astoske - Present
Faithful Comptroller: Richard Benson- Present
Faithful Scribe: John Mattel- Present
Faithful Purser: Charles Sunder –Present
Faithful Inner Sentinel: Wayne Townsend – Present
Faithful Outer Sentinel: Jon Roethke–Excused
Faithful Admiral: Gene Preziosi – Present
Faithful Trustee: Donald Meyer –Present
Faithful Trustee: John Long-Excused
Faithful Trustee: Bob Brown-Present
Faithful Commander: Bill Jankowski- Present
The Faithful Friar reported: - Father Doug talked about Gary Gutting, a Chair of Philosophy at Notre Dame. Mr. Gutting’s premise is that birth control is acceptable because many Catholics use it. This erroneous statement shows that he doesn’t have much wisdom. Just because the majority does something, doesn’t mean it follows God’s principles. We must follow the Church’s teachings- not majority rule.
The minutes of the preceding meeting were sent via e-mail and were approved.
The following bills were read and referred- no new bills
The Faithful Comptroller Reported: Budget: Rich Benson reported he has received $230 for dues and all are paid.
We will return dues to one of our brothers who is now a lifetime member.
The Faithful Purser reported: Charles Sunder stated we had $45.20 in expenses. We received $230 for dues. We now have $6278.94 in our checking account.
The committee reports: Tony Doria stated: Vets nursing home at Fayetteville: We will go to Fayetteville on May 10th. Tony will have a sign up sheet at our next meeting.
Camp Lejeune: Jack Buckingham has scheduled our visit for April 26th. There will be a sign up sheet at the next meeting.
Fort Bragg: Joe Kinzer stated October 19 is our scheduled date to visit Ft. Bragg. He estimated that our expenses will be approximately $850 for food and drinks. As in past visits, we will prepare food for approximately 125 Wounded Warriors.
Color Corps: Bill Jankowski stated we will participate in the celebration of Father Doug’s 50th anniversary when the Bishop comes to say Mass. We will wear regalia without swords.
Exemplification: The 4th Exemplification will take place in Greensboro this October. The exact date has not been specified yet by the District Master.
Nominating Committee: Gene Preziosi is the lead person on the committee. One of his objectives in nominating candidates is reestablish the order of succession. There is a desire to involve some of the new Sir Knights in the officer posts.
The Trustees reported as follows: The trustees discussed donating to the Order of the Purple Heart and
recommended a $100 donation. It was approved by a unanimous Assembly vote. (Action: C. Sunder – issue $100 Check)
New Business:
Men’s Retreat: It is next Wednesday, March 28, with Mass at 9AM. A continental breakfast will follow and then the Retreat will begin. The Retreat will probably last until 1PM.
LAMB: Joe Kinzer mentioned there is a need for more volunteers for Walmart and Lowes Foods on Holy Saturday April 7th. Please Contact Lee Burton (755 5275) if you can help out.
New Members: Tony Doria recommended that our Assembly make a pitch for new members at the next Council meeting. Joe Kinzer will assist him. We will get the video that promotes the Fourth Degree and use it at the presentation. Boyd Stanley said he knows 2 new Council members that may be candidates for the 4th Degree, however these candidates must complete their 3rd Degree by mid April. Tony mentioned knows of one Knight who wants to become a fourth degree member. (Actions: Tony Doria, Joe Kinzer – Obtain Mike Samide’s approval for the presentation at the Council meeting, and do the presentation)
Grill for Events: There was a discussion regarding the Church’s grill and the repairs that might be required. Although there was some concern over purchasing a replacement grill, it was decided that we should ask Paul Baker to determine what repairs are required. The result of the discussion was the recommendation that the Council address the grill repair and / or replacement rather than our Assembly. Oftentimes our Assembly rents a grill at Ft. Bragg or Camp LeJuene rather than cart the grill up to those locations. (Action: Rich Kunzier - Raise the repair issue with Paul Baker )
Shirts: The purchase of new shirts was again raised. Bob Brown stated the supplier he used needed a minimum order of 12. The Shirts will cost between 30 to 35 dollars. (Action: Dave Lurix – to pursue vendor for shirts.)
Under good of the Order: Please keep the following Knights and relatives in your prayers:
Jim Harrington is in pain and is allergic to some pain meds.
Denny Matteotti is fighting an infection in his lungs.
Vic Tarantini is in an assisted living with his wife.
Gene Martin’s son passed away this week. Gene has Non-Hodgkin lymphoma which is treatable. His wife has Alzheimer’s.
Jim Mc David is sick.
The Closing Ceremony was conducted.
The Closing Prayer was said by: Faithful Friar Douglas Lawson
The closing Ode was sung by all.
Attested by: SK John Mattel
Scribe
Fourth Degree Meeting Minutes February 28, 2012
Wednesday, March 07 2012 @ 01:03 PM CSTThe meeting was called to order at 7 PM in Sacred Heart Church Social Hall by Our Faithful Navigator Rich Kunzier
The opening ceremony was conducted by the Officers
The opening Ode was sung by all
A prayer was offered by Faithful Navigator Richard Kunzier
The roll call of officers was as follows:
Faithful Friar: Rev. Douglas Lawson- Excused
Faithful Navigator: Richard Kunzier- Present
Faithful Captain: Tony Doria
Faithful Pilot: John Astoske - Present
Faithful Comptroller: Richard Benson- Present
Faithful Scribe: John Mattel- Present
Faithful Purser: Charles Sunder –Present
Faithful Inner Sentinel: Wayne Townsend – Present
Faithful Outer Sentinel: Jon Roethke–Present
Faithful Admiral: Gene Preziosi – Present
Faithful Trustee: Donald Meyer –Excused
Faithful Trustee: John Long-Present
Faithful Trustee: Bob Brown-Present
Faithful Commander: Bill Jankowski- Present
The Faithful friar reported- There was no report Father Doug was excused.
The minutes of the preceding meeting were approved after one correction in the comptrollers report. We had received $120.00 in dues.
The following bills were read and referred- no new bills
The Faithful Comptroller Reported: Richard Benson stated we received $790 in dues this month and Charlie Sunder donated back $50 to the assembly from his football pool winnings. We have a total of $840 in income for the month.
The Faithful Purser reported: Charles Sunder stated we have $6094.14 in our checking account.
The committee reports:
Vets nursing home at Fayetteville: On May 10th, 17th or 24th the band will be available. We must decide on a date.
Camp Lejeune: Charlie Sunder asked for a volunteer to help run the affair. Jack Buckingham (a new transfer) has volunteered to set up the visit.
Fort Bragg: Joe Kinzer stated October 19 is our scheduled date. It is a Friday.
Color Corps:
Bill Jankowsky stated we will have Color Guard for Father Doug’s celebration at the church hall when the Bishop arrives. We will not carry swords.
Trip to the Seymour Johnson Air Force Base: Bill Jankowsky reported that nine knights went and it was a great time. He had been there 51 years ago and could not recognize the base. There was much less grass and many more barracks. They saw refueling of a tanker, a military dog exhibition, and saw F115 loading ammunition. They toured the flight line and could take pictures. They had lunch and left about 2:15. Then base has about 95 aircraft in the squadron. They fly all over the world and will take retired military on flights if they have room.
Communion Breakfast with wives: It will be on March 11th after the 11 o’ clock Mass. Gene Preziosi stated we will go to the Boathouse Restaurant and order anything we want off the menu and pay on our own. We will have a private room. Cost could be from $3.00 for breakfast to $18.00 for lunch. So far we have 20 knights and wives going. Dress is informal just wear your badge.
Men’s Retreat: Father Conroy will conduct the retreat on March 28th, a Wednesday. Chuck Krambuhl was able to line him up again this year. Faithful Navigator Rich Kunzier said he needs help to set up for coffee and cake. The retreat will start at 9 am and finish about 1:30. There will be confessions in the afternoon.
Catholicism Series: Frank Rafalko stated the first meeting was an introduction. Father Barton did the introduction. There was a video and then people discussed the topics. There was no controversy. One hundred sixty five people signed up and there were about 110 for the first meeting.
The Trustees reported as follows: No trustee report.
New Business
Father Doug’s Golden Jubilee: Paul Robinson stated that Father Trent wanted the Knights to get together with the Ladies guild and set something up. Father Trent was going to give $3000 for refreshments. The bishop was contacted and he will come here on June 22 for an upscale reception. Father Doug’s actual golden Jubilee date is May 26. We decided to have the color Guard at the reception with the Bishop. We originally wanted to take Father Doug to dinner at the Stone Chimney but since the bishop was coming a church reception was decided on. Our Assembly voted to also do something on our own for Father Doug. It was suggested taking him to the City Club.
Mike Samide had suggested we go in with the Third Degree for something to honor Father Doug.
The consensus last night was there may be 3 functions for Father Doug. One at the church reception hall for all church members, a second reception or dinner by all of the Knights of Columbus, and a Third dinner for Father Doug from the Fourth Degree.
Under good of the Order.
The closing ceremony was held
The closing prayer was said by: Faithful Navigator Richard Kunzier
The closing Ode was sung by all.
Attested by: John Mattel
Scribe
Council Donate To UNCW Catholic Student Chapel in Memory of Deceased Knight Robert Kleid
Friday, March 02 2012 @ 10:50 AM CST
Knights of Columbus Council #12537 Sacred Heart Church, Southport, donated $1,500 to the Catholic Students' Chapel at UNCW in memory of deceased Knight Robert Kleid at their February Business Meeting. The Chapel was the last design that Bob did before he passed away last November.
Present to accept the donation were Sister Rosemary McNamara and Mary Kate Young of UNCW and Diane Kleid (Bob's wife) and her daughter Laurie.
Council Meeting Minutes of February 8, 2011
Friday, February 24 2012 @ 07:41 PM CST• The Council meeting was called to order by Grand Knight Mike Samide at 7:00 p.m. He led fellow knights in the Lord’s Prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance.
• The Warden reported to the GK that fellow knights attending the meeting presented current membership cards – about 85 knights and guests attended the meeting. The Recorder conducted the Roll Call of Officers and the Warden reported that all were present at the meeting.
• Brother Jerry Kusky was recognized by the GK and Jerry introduced candidates for Knights as well as new Knights.
• The Grand Knight temporarily suspended business portion of the meeting to have Lecturer Dan Cundiff introduce Sister Rosemary McNamara and Diane and Laurie Kleid, wife and daughter of recently departed brother Bob Kleid. Sister Rose expressed the gratitude of the Catholic UNCW students, Father Al Dash and herself for the generous gift of $1,000 the Council contributed in the memory of Brother Bob Kleid.
Grand Knight Report
• The GK extended his appreciation to fellow Knights for making January a “great month of Knight participation.” He recognized the Christmas decoration takedown crew, the March for Life participants, the volunteers for the Pancake Breakfast, members attending the Eastern Region Mid-Year Conference (multiple Council awards received), the Bishop’s parish visit and the needed setup and takedown activities, and the support of the Sam Smithers wake and funeral.
• Mike award “Knight of the Month” certificates of recognition to Knights Ed Baldzicki and Lysle Hollenbeck for their outstanding efforts regarding social events for the Council.
• The GK introduced Brother Barry Ryan to discuss a new DVD series the Council purchased on Catholicism. He encouraged members to attend a series of meetings that will be held every Thursday over the next 10 weeks at church beginning at 7 p.m.
Council Service Program Committee Reports
• Deputy Grand Knight Boyd Stanley lead off the committee reports with a reminder up upcoming First Degree ceremonies for three new members to our Council.
• Church Director and SK Richard Kunzier encouraged members to attend the Stations of the Cross on February 24 and he was still in need of volunteers for the stations and kitchen help for the preparation of soups. He also asked members to attend the special 8:30 a.m. mass for deceased Knights on Sunday, February 12, and to consider participation in the Parish Men’s Retreat scheduled for March 28.
• Membership Director Jerry Kusky requested that members to seek out practical Catholic men to join the Knights.
• Community Director Jim Barkowski alerted members to the scheduled Special Olympics coming up this spring and the need for 48 volunteers, including spouses to help at the event.
• Family Director Ed Baldzicki reminded members to support the last Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, February 12, and that volunteers were needed for set up. He also updated members on St. Pat’s Day party.
• Council Director Vinny Annecharico reported that volunteers were needed to collect trash on the Council’s section of Route 211 near the church on Saturday, February 18.
• Youth Director Chuck Krambuhl updated members on the Youth Spaghetti Dinner and the Dixie Youth baseball team sponsorship for this year.
• Faithful Navigator Richard Kunzier reported that the Assembly was working with other parish groups to host an event honoring Father Doug’s celebration of 50 years in the priesthood.
• A Golf Tournament update was provided by Kevin O’Connor and Tom Maher concerning foursome sign-ups, sponsorships, and the need for volunteers.
• Two 50-50 winners were announced.
• The GK announced to members that fellow knights were facing health issues and needed members’ prayers. He also noted the passing of Sam Smither, infant son of brother Eric Smither. He then led fellow Knights in a closing prayer and the reciting of a decade of the rosary.
• The GK adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Dave Poeppelmeier, Recorder
Christmas Card Salesmen of the Year
Tuesday, February 14 2012 @ 11:25 AM CSTThe purpose of the Christmas Card Sales is twofold. The first is that it is the primary fund raising vehicle of the Columbian Squires of North Carolina. Second is that it emphasizes our campaign of “Keeping Christ in Christmas”.
This year we had a special card depicting Sacred Heart Church with a message chosen by Father Trent. The card sold out almost immediately with requests for more. So we may have to revisit this next Christmas Season.
Our top salemen were Bob Terwilliger and Ray Alonso. Thanks also to all the Knights who helped in our two weekends of sales!
LAMB Report
Tuesday, February 14 2012 @ 11:24 AM CSTBrother Knights,
During CY 2011, we collected $16,268.12 for Operation LAMB including a $500 grant from Wal Mart. We had expenses of $862.50 for the tootsie rolls leaving us net income of$15,405.62. The LAMB Foundation takes 15% of the collections to use for State-Wide charities. 85% or $13,094.78 is distributed within Brunswick County.
Our trustees have approved the following distributions:
Special Olympics $4,000
Communities in Schools $2,000
Brunswick Inter Agency $4,000
Brunswick County Schools—Exceptional Children’s Program $3,094.78
A special thanks to the 83 brothers and 9 spouses, sons, and grandchildren who took a shift at a store collecting funds. This year our collection efforts start on Saturday, April 7th. We have ordered the candy, and sent the letters requesting our store collection dates. We will have sign up sheets available for all the dates at next month’s meeting.
Lee Burton
LAMB Director
4th Degree Mass and Communion Breakfast
Tuesday, February 14 2012 @ 11:19 AM CSTOur annual 4th Degree Mass and Communion Breakfast are scheduled for the 11AM Mass on Sunday March 11. The breakfast will be at the Boathouse on Howe Street in Southport. Gene Preziosi is organizing this event and would appreciate an e-mail to determine if you and your wife plan on attending. He has scheduled a separate room for us. His e-mail is Imp@atmc.com
Council Road Crew
Tuesday, February 14 2012 @ 11:16 AM CSTQuarterly the Knights Road Crew head out and cleanup Route 211 from Long Beach Road to Gogas in Southport. On February 11, the road crew had a great turnout and collected 31 bags of trash for the DOT. Coffee, doughnuts and biscuits were enjoyed by all.
Participants:
Vinnie Annecchiarico
Boyd Stanley
T. Seery
Barry Ryan
Bob Hilinski
Michael Flattery
Joe Jarocki
Ray Alonso
Joe Grelish
John Mattel
Pat McIntyre
Jim Rogadino
Larry Gibbons
Bill Malvey
Tom Murray
Walter Ryan
Tom Florip
Frank Poplars
John Palakovitch
Rich Kinser
Jim McNamara
Coats 4 Kids
Monday, January 16 2012 @ 10:13 AM CSTKnights Donate Winter Coats to Four Brunswick County Elementary Schools
This is the second year for the Sacred Heart Knights of Columbus "Coats 4 Kids" program. Knights donate the coats in keeping with the Spirit of Christmas and helping those in need. Last year over 60 coats were donated with four Brunswick County Elementary schools receiving them. This year the Knights donated an additional 65 coats. Deliveries started two weeks before Christmas this year.