Diocese of Allentown Knights of Columbus. Newsline. February 2013 THE MOST REVEREND JOHN O. BARRES, DD, STD, JCL FOURTH BISHOP OF ALLENTOWN.

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1 From the Diocese Diocese of Allentown Knights of Columbus Newsline February 2013 THE MOST REVEREND JOHN O. BARRES, DD, STD, JCL FOURTH BISHOP OF ALLENTOWN Lent 2013 My brothers and sisters in Christ, Most of us, every year since earliest childhood, have celebrated the season of Lent and every year we have probably asked ourselves the same question: What will I do for Lent this year? Almost always, what we have in mind is something we will give up for Lent, some sacrifice that we will make. Any time we make a sacrifice, it is far more than just the simple fact of "giving something up," because the ultimate purpose of sacrifice is always positive rather than negative. It's true purpose is to choose to let go of things, to express our trust in God and so to be more open to His greatest gifts. Sacrifice reminds us of how important certain things can become to us and how we always need to reevaluate the true meaning of life. We are likely to be content with

2 things too small. The greatest gift and what we need more than anything else is the love and the presence of God himself in our lives. Our Holy Father has proclaimed this year to be the Year of Faith, and the action of letting go of smaller things in order to make more room for God is itself a tremendous act of faith. It reminds us of the truth that no matter how important anything else is, the need for God is more important by far. Some time ago, as the Year of Faith began, I had asked that every active Catholic in the Diocese of Allentown make the effort to bring back to the Church at least one inactive or former Catholic. These inactive Catholics are quite literally our brothers and sisters, our children, our parents, our friends and neighbors, and we want them to enjoy the magnificent gift that is the Church. The effort to do this is really a simple one, and it can come about simply by extending to someone you know the invitation to return to Mass with you. To do this does require some sacrifice, even if it is only the sacrifice of overcoming our initial reluctance to do so. That small act of sacrifice has a large positive result if it brings back even one person to the joy of sharing the Sacraments and living actively in the life of the community of God's people. As I did before, I ask you once again to share with someone in need the wonderful gift that is your faith. I ask you to take advantage of this season of Lent to overcome whatever hesitation you may feel and to welcome someone to rejoice with you in the goodness of God. It is my prayer that all of us may be blessed during this Lenten season and that whatever blessings we are given may make us a source of blessing to others. May God grant His graces to all of you and bring you to rejoice in the fullness of His resurrection. Sincerely in Christ, Most Reverend John O. Barres Bishop of Allentown Chapter News Things with the Chapter are going well. At the next meeting scheduled for February 23, Kutztown University, Columbus Chapel 9:00AM, meeting to follow) we ll be taking up a few items including adoption of by-laws, upcoming Fortnight for Freedom, Quo Vadis Days, etc. While all seems to be moving forward, I want to ease many Council s worries concerning funding of the Chapter. Plainly put, member councils of the Chapter will NOT be assessed for funding any of the Chapter s activities. It s worth writing again, member councils will NOT be assessed period. When we take up the by-laws issue, you will note that there is no mention of assessing member Councils in said by-laws. I speak for the other Officers of the Chapter and the Worthy State Treasurer (who was instrumental in seeing the Chapter become a reality) that we are not in favor of charging councils to belong to the Allentown Diocese

3 Chapter. To build a modest treasury for our minimal expenses we have asked the six Assemblies that are within the Allentown Diocese for voluntary donations, and to date two have agreed to ONE TIME donations; hopefully the other four will make a one-time donation. The Northeast Board of District Deputies also generously contributed to our endeavor. So now the funding issue is put to rest, and so is a reason not to join the Chapter. I encourage all councils within the Diocese to join and help be a communication conduit for the Priests of the Diocese and Bishop Barres. I hope all will consider coming to the 2/23 meeting. Go with God, John Matulevich Diocesan Events

4 Exemplifications On Sunday February 17 th there will be a Third Degree Exemplification held at Saint Benedict Council#14654 in the church hall. The degree will start at 1PM please have your candidates arrive at 12:30. The address is as follows: Saint Benedict Church 2020 Chestnut Hill Rd Mohnton, PA Keep in mind, that the last mass is at 11:15. Please make sure your Councils have their candidates escorted to the degree, the cost per candidate is $15 payable at registration. Cash or Checks, Payable to the Delaware Valley Board of District Deputies. Please let me know if you have any candidates that are coming. John John N. Cocco, FDD, PGK State Family Director District Deputy#27 Cell# Pennsylvania State Council Knights of Columbus jcocco@knightsofsaintbenedict.org Notice of Third Degree Ceremony on February 24 th, 2013 On Sunday, February 24 th, 2013, Trinity Council 313 of Bethlehem, Pa., will host an Exemplification of the 3 rd Degree at the Gymnasium of St. Francis Center for Renewal, 395 Bridle Path Road, Bethlehem, Pa The Center is located about one mile South of Route 22 at the Route 512, Center Street Exit. Going south on Center Street, you turn right on to Bridle Path Road. The Center is on the left about 1/4 th mile after you turn. All councils should escort candidates. During the new degree each candidate is given a Medallion to signify his standing as a 3 rd Degree member of the Order. The escort should provide the conferring officer with a medallion for each candidate. Please note that each council is responsible to purchase these medallions from Supreme Council

5 (Catalog # 30630, cost $5.00). A light meal will be served following the degree. A free will offering will be accepted at the Degree for the meal, all proceeds going to the Convent Sisters stationed at the Center. Councils need to submit their head count for candidates and observers for both the degree and the meal to their District Deputies by February 15 th. DD s should report their District s participation to me by February 18 th : jhoggkofc@ gmail.com or A current third degree membership card is necessary to enter the degree room. Before the degree, all dignitaries, officers and members must remove all name badges, jewels of office, excessive pins, items of apparel, or any other type of item that may denote that they are of high rank. Attending District Deputies should bring their robe and sword. The Degree is being offered in honor of Bishop Cullen s 50 years of priesthood. Vivat Jesus, James H. Hogg 111 District Deputy, District32 jhoggkofc@gmail.com Tel PS Candidates should arrive at 12noon as the program will start at 1:00 pm There will be a 3rd Degree held: Date: Sunday, March3, 2013 Time: 3:00 PM, Registration begins at 1:30 PM Location: St Joseph Marello Parish Hall, 237 Williams Street, Pittston, Pa Councils must provide 3rd degree Medallions for their candidates. There will also be a meal following the degree for $ 8.00 Please let us know how many will be coming. All candidates will be eligible for their 4th Degree in June. For more information, please contact: Joseph K. Jacobs, DD 45 or James A. Nardone, DD47 Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania Pittston, Pennsylvania fundir47@msn.com jnardone@pittstonknights.com

6 Council Activities Father Jacob W. Post Council Lenten Fish Dinners Eat-in or Take-out Fish Dinners include: Soup, Vegetables,Baked White Fish, Stewed Tomatoes Pasta and Marinara Sauce, Cole Slaw (or Apple Sauce),Macaroni and Cheese, Coffee / Tea / Iced Tea / Lemonade,Potato Puffs, Dessert Fridays: February 15, February 22, March 1 No Dinner, March 8, March 15, March 22 Time: 4:30pm to 7pm Location: Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish Auditorium 115 Washington Street Bath, PA Cost: Adults $8.00, Children 6 to 12 $4.00, Children under 6 Free Flounder Stuffed with Crabmeat Prepared to order! Adult Serving - $ BINGO Shenandoah Knights of Columbus Council 618 will have bingo at St. Stephen's Hall. Shenandoah. Doors open at noon, bingo starts at 2PM. Food and refreshments available for more information call or , DATES: Feb 10, Feb24, March 10, April 7. March 3rd will be Mega Bingo $ 1,000 JACKPOT Contact: Joe Boris Community Director Knights of Columbus, Shenandoah. Council Lenten Fish Bake Dinner Date: March 22, 2013 Time: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM Location: Cathedral Of St Catharine of Siena Parish Activity Center (church basement)

7 Take Out Available 18 th and Turner Street Allentown, PA Advanced tickets after Masses in March, also tickets at the door Menu: Manhattan Clam Chowder (red), Baked Fish, Pierogies, Coleslaw, Desserts, Beverages (Mac and Cheese, Applesauce available for children) Cost: Adult $9, Ages 6-12 $5, under 6 free Contact: Tom Walsh at Northeast Regional Free Throw Date: March 10, 2013 Time: 1:00 PM Location: Bethlehem Catholic HS Gym 2133 Madison Ave Bethlehem, PA Regional Free Throw Contest for district winners in the Northeast Region. Boys & Girls, ages 10-14, will compete for a chance to move on to the state championship on March 16, Contact: Robert Gowell at Snack stand will be available Lenten Fish Bakes Our Lady of the Sacred Heart - Council # 4282 Date: February 15th, March 1st, March 8th and March 15th Time: 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM Location: Holy Family Club 515 West Mauch Chunk Street Nazareth, PA Menu: Breaded or Non-Breaded Fish, Chowder, Vegetables, Stewed Tomatoes, Macaroni and Cheese, Red Potatoes, Cole Slaw, Rolls, Dessert, Coffee, Tea Cost: $10.00 per person, Children 6 to 12 $5.00, Under 6 Free Contact: Edward Rossner Phone: (610)

8 Quo Vadis Date: 7/28/2013 8/1/2013 Time: 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM Location: DeSales University 2755 Station Ave, Center Valley, PA Quo Vadis is for high school students who might consider a vocation to the priesthood, as well as those who will consider a vocation to marriage, consecrated life, or dedicated single life in service to Christ and His Church. The Allentown Diocese will hold its very first Quo Vadis days at DeSales University from July 28 to August 1, The Diocese is reaching out to the Knights of Columbus to help make this a very successful event. How can the Knights help? There are a number of ways, such as offering to pay registration fees ($100) for some/all of the participants. Total cost is estimated at $200 per attendee. The high school students will have time for recreation, so there are needs for athletic equipment, t- shirts and water/gatorade containers. Any and all donations accepted (see above) Dioceses that hold Quo Vadis days have seen a sizable increase in vocations. When I was at a retreat in the Harrisburg Diocese five years ago, they displayed a board with pictures of their 32 seminarians, which is more than double the number we have in the Allentown Diocese. Their bishop at that time, Bishop Rhoades, stated that this increase was a direct result of their Quo Vadis program. Contact: John Fitzpatrick at Knights of Columbus Arc Breakfast Date: February 15, 2013 Time: 10:00 AM 11:30 AM Location: The Arc of Lehigh & Northampton Counties 2289 Avenue A Bethlehem, PA Kick off breakfast for the 2013 Measure Up Campaign. Attendees will have the opportunity to tour the facilities and see how the donations are used. In addition, award plaques are presented to the councils that exceed their quota during the last campaign. Great venue to share ideas and ask questions. Continental breakfast will be provided. RSVP by Feb 8. All are welcome.

9 Contact: Phone: , ext. 46 Lenten Fish Dinner - Council Date: March 22, 2013 Time: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Location: St Joseph the Worker Parish Center 1879 Applewood Dr Orefield, PA Lenten fish dinner that includes homemade New England & Manhattan clam chowders, homemade coleslaw, fries, fish, dessert, coffee and soda. Cost: $8.00 for adults, $5.00 for kids 6-12, under 6 free Contact: John Fitzpatrick at Children s Easter Egg Hunt - Council 4397 Date: March 23, 2013 Time: 10:00AM Location: St. Thomas More Church Grounds This event is for the children of St. Thomas More Parish. There is an appearance by the Easter bunny and a ham raffle will be held. Contact: Jerry Judge at Knights of Columbus Movie Recruitment Night Courageous - Council 4397 Date: April, 2013 Time: 6:00PM Location: Parish Center Movie Night hosted by the Knights of Columbus Council Showing movie Courageous about being a father to your family and showing strength in Faith, Courage, and Leadership. Designed as a recruitment night to attract younger men of the parish to come and share fraternity and learn about the Knights of Columbus.,

10 Cost: Donated by Council Contact: Jerry Judge at Lenten Fish Bakes - Council 4050 Dates: February 22nd, March 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM, take-outs available Location: Holy Trinity Church Basement 4102 S. Church Street Whitehall, PA Menu: Baked Haddock Fish, red bliss potatoes, Home baked desserts, coffee, tea, iced tea, complimentary wine Cost: $9.00 Adults, $4.00 Children Contact: Bruce Wermann DGK at (H), (C) Council Upcoming Dinners Fr. Henry W. Baker council will have a dinner on March 24, then another dinner on April 28th. Location: Our Council Hall 200 Miner Street Coaldale PA Contact: Glenn Mummey at Monthly Parish Breakfast - Council Dates: 3 rd Sunday through May Time: After 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM Masses Location: St Joseph the Worker Parish Center 1879 Applewood Dr Orefield, PA Monthly parish breakfast that includes scrambled eggs, quiche, bacon, sausage, ham, French toast, pancakes, potatoes, bagels & toast, coffee, tea, orange and apple juice. We feature a stand-alone omelet station with made to order omelets. Cost: $6.00 for adults, $3.00 for kids 6-12, under 6 free

11 Contact: John Fitzpatrick Knights of Columbus Communion Breakfast - Council 4397 Date: April Time: 9:00AM mass Location: St. Thomas More Church This is a Communion breakfast to be held to honor the Father/Sons, Father/Daughters of the parish. All parish members along with the Knights of Columbus are welcome at this Communion Breakfast. Cost: Paid by participants. Approximately $ 9.00 per person Contact: Jerry Judge at Days for Life Dates: 2/13/2013 3/24/2013 Time: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Location: Allentown Women s Clinic 31 S Commerce Way Bethlehem, PA Days for Life is a focused pro-life campaign with a vision to access God s power through prayer, fasting, and peaceful vigil to end abortion. The mission of the campaign is to bring together the body of Christ in a spirit of unity during a focused 40 day campaign of prayer, fasting, and peaceful activism, with the purpose of repentance, to seek God s favor to turn hearts and minds from a culture of death to a culture of life, thus bringing an end to abortion. The campaign this coming Lent will be held near the Allentown Women s Clinic, a known abortion provider. Knights can sign up for any day at any time. Local Lehigh Valley Knights of Columbus Councils & Assemblies will be asked to commit to covering one day during the last 7 days of the campaign. This is a peaceful, prayerful event. Contact: Mary Vigilante at

12 Soup and Stations during LENT at St. Thomas More - Council 4397 Dates: 2/15/2013 thru 3/22/2013 Time: 6:30PM Location: Parish Family Center This is a simple meal offered up by the Knights of Columbus Council 4397 of soup, bread, coffee, tea, etc. Held at 6:30PM on Fridays during Lent and right before Stations of the Cross. Donations being collected to aid the poor and needy. Cost: Donated by fellow brothers of the Parish Knights of Columbus Council Contact: Jerry Judge at St. Benedict s Council #14654 Tim Lindley Memorial Golf Outing St Benedict Council s 2 nd Annual Golf Outing A contribution from the proceeds will be made for Cancer Research in Tim s name Saturday, June 15 4 Person Scramble, Shotgun Start at 2:00pm Hawk Valley Golf Club 1309 Crestview Drive, Denver, Pa Phone Proper Golf Attire Required, including soft spikes $15, Hole in One Prize Putting Contest, Longest Drive, Raffle Prizes Registration - $70.00/Golfer includes green fees, cart, BBQ Chicken Dinner, unlimited drinks, free golf club certificates.

13 Golfer Name Phone Make Checks Payable to: St. Benedict s Council #14654 Mail to: Michael Mider, 1360 Clearview Drive, Denver, Pa Dinner Only Reservation - $20.00, vegetarian meals available Sponsor Form Gold Sponsor - $500 Includes: Four greens fees, beverage cart sponsorship, exclusive sponsorship of one hole, pavilion banner, recognition at dinner. Silver Sponsor - $375 Includes: Four greens fees, putting green sponsorship, pavilion banner, recognition at dinner. Bronze Sponsor - $250 Includes: Two greens fees, choice of tee to sponsor, recognition at dinner. Hole Sponsor - $100 Includes: Sponsor sign at tee or green, recognition at dinner. Sponsor Type: Gold Silver Bronze Hole Sponsor Name: Sponsor Company: ( Name to appear on banner) Contact Name and Phone or

14 Golfer Name Phone Make Checks Payable to: St. Benedict s Council #14654 Mail to: Michael Mider, 1360 Clearview Drive, Denver, Pa This Worked Council 4282 Donation to the Nazareth Food Bank Grand Knight William Tanzosh, Council 4282 and District Deputy of District 34,(right), presents Jim Byrnes Director of the Nazareth Food Bank with a check donation of $ Mr. Byrnes thanked the council for the donation and for the time volunteered by council members. He added, "The Nazareth Area Food Bank has been providing food for families in the Nazareth, PA., area for about 25 years. Currently, approximately 250 families and individuals a total numbering more than 300 people, including more than 100 children are served monthly.

15 Unfortunately, because of lingering economic and employment problems in our region, the need remains great. We re seeing more young families who say they never envisioned having to turn to a food bank for food." District 34 Free Throw Winners 34th District Deputy, William Tanzosh, (left), and Stephen McKinney, Free Throw Chairman, (right) with the winners of the District 34 Free Throw playoffs held at Holy Family Gym on Saturday, February 2nd. The shooters are now advanced to the Regional Free Throw playoffs at Bethlehem Catholic on March10th. Good luck to all participants.

16 In Closing Dear Brothers, I found it incredulous that the major news outlets (again) ignored the March for Life. Even among the pro-lifers, there were some doubts about how the March would turn out with Nellie Gray s passing. A poor turnout would be downplayed due to recent organizational changes. Despite the gloomy forecast, the crowd was huge. It seemed bigger than some of the recent ones where the weather conditions were much more favorable. The number of youth participating in the March is truly amazing. We are told that our youth is the future of the Pro-Life Movement; in reality, our youth is the Pro-Life Movement. I think the pro-choice side has vastly underestimated their resolve and collective power. In many ways, so have we as brother Knights. We have neglected a precious resource, namely our Catholic young men. We do a lot of posturing and talking during meetings; it is time now to encourage our youth to join our ranks and soon! The reality is we are getting older. Just take a quick glance at our rosters. While we cannot discount the invaluable service of our older members, we cannot wait till the council is on its last legs to address a declining, aging council. By then, it is almost too late. Now is the time to bring in younger men, so we can tap into their energy and to also mentor them. They say charity begins at home and so does membership growth. We all have sons and nephews. Ask them to join (if you can t ask them, then who can you ask?) How can a baby boomer or someone from the greatest generation relate to the younger crowd? He gets his grandsons, sons and nephews to do the talking. They know the social media that can be used to attract Catholic young men that are looking to get involved. They have seen their fathers, uncles and grandfathers give back to their church and community from the time they were children. You could not ask for better credentials to invigorate a council. Fraternally, John Fitzpatrick PA State Treasurer From Field Agent Steven P. Sofranko Brothers All, From time to time each of you have heard me detail the free benefits (beyond estate planning and insurance I handle etc.) we Knights offer our members. The attached includes payments to fellow Knights or our children who are uninsurable in the commercial for profit insurance world.

17 How Many Insurance Companies Have Paid Out Over $12 Million in Free Family Benefits? United we support the gift of life at conception by paying free benefits for stillborns and way too early deaths of our Catholic babies. Fraternal Benefits Paid (Since Program was Initiated on September 1, 1994) Year Member/Spouse Stillborn Infants $727, $32, $45, $646, $21, $42, $701, $21, $34, $670, $22, $21, $608, $26, $43, $662, $17, $36, $640, $17, $33, $669, $18, $22, $673, $12, $40, $625, $8, $27, $674, $18, $30, $678, $20, $30,000

18 $599, $21, $30, , , ,000 Totals Paid 7,349 $11,786, $397, $640,500 $12,824,615 of FREE Benefits Paid to 8,298 Families of Knights. How Many Insurance Companies When YOU do Business with The Knights of Columbus, How Many Insurance Companies

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