Keep Christ in Christmas (Chuck Robertson) By John Freschi

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December 2012 Grand Knight s Report Brother Knights, It seems like I was just writing about the Luau and how great it was and all of a sudden, it is the Christmas Season!

!! Christmas is not only a time for all of our little rug rats to be looking up the chimney with glee but also a time where we can contemplate the reason for the season.

1 December 2012 Grand Knight s Report Brother Knights, It seems like I was just writing about the Luau and how great it was and all of a sudden, it is the Christmas Season! This time of year gives us time to reflect on how thankful we are for all of the fruits we share during Thanksgiving and preparing ourselves for the birth of our Lord!!! Christmas is not only a time for all of our little rug rats to be looking up the chimney with glee but also a time where we can contemplate the reason for the season. It has never been more important for us, as Knights of Columbus, to keep Christ in Christmas. We can do this each and every day through prayer and reflection. We can do it by attending our council Light up for Christ celebration on December 4. We can do it by sharing with our friends and relatives. And we can do it by counting our blessings. There are thousands of ways we can celebrate Christmas!! I was fortunate enough to spend a week in Disney World in Florida with my kids and grand kids in November. It was a magical time to watch cousins becoming closer with their cousins and enjoying a once in a lifetime opportunity to (Continued on page 3) Keep Christ in Christmas (Chuck Robertson) The The Knightly News News Knights of Columbus St. Joseph s Parish Council 9202 By John Freschi Division V, District 5 This years drive was a huge success considering almost 50% of potential revenue as compared to last year was lost due to a labor strike at Raley s. Even so, the final amount we collected was $4, This was only short of last year by $ Coming this close was made possible by the generous contributions from our fellow Knights who met the Paul Kiesel challenge which is to donate at least $50.00 to the drive, or $1.00 per week. These Knights all deserve a great big thank you from all of us. Those who met the challenge were Father Eric, Jim Cofer, Chris Moloney, Bob Emge, Bernie Hofmann, Bob White, John Freschi, Jack Mahan, Joe Delorio, Howard Stohlman, Ken Austin, Kevin Blake, Paul Kiesel, Phil Arnautou, Jerry Zimmerman, Steve Milo, Jerry Bradford, Joe Accurso and Jim Horan This was a record number of Knights who stepped up to meet this years challenge. Knights who volunteered to work the I.D. Drive, some of whom are pictured in this issue, are Jerry Bradford, Don Budde, Phil Arnautou, Richard Contreras, Frank Neves, R. Siewkiewicz, Frank Messina, Joe Accurso, Ed Korphage, Rich Lercari, Rich Conigliaro, Gene Scallon, Joe Delorio, ID DRIVE 2012 William Wimsatt, Tom Young, John Freschi, Bob Cernok, Fran Mahan, Ron Morin, Pat Gonzales, George Black, Steve Milo, Bob Emge, Kevin Blake, Gary Rivera, Billy Casino, Jim Lehman, Mike Delaney, Jack Henricks, Chris Moloney, Jerry Zimmerman, Paul Kiesel, Bill Pausch, George Coffos, Art Wehr, Sonny Solich, Jim Cofer, Ross Alessandro, Bob Benkowski, Vic Albertazzi, Margaret Wehr, Bruce Robinson, Bob & Chris Beasley, Roger & Elvie Espiritu. (Due to some last minute changes in schedule, some who worked may not be mentioned here and your editor apologizes for this.).hats Off to those Brother Knights who worked multiple shifts. If not for them we would not have been able to cover all the shifts. Also special thanks to Ken B a r r o n a n d H o w a r d Stohlman for helping during the set ups and for the use of their pick up trucks to delivery and return of the tables and chairs.

2 2 Knightly News December 2012 Knights of Columbus St. Joseph s Parish Council 9202 Grand Knight Joseph David Accurso Luci Chaplain Rev. Eric Lofgren Deputy Grand Knight Joseph Jerry Bradford Accurso Chancellor Ted Dickard Recorder Kevin Blake Treasurer Chuck Robertson Financial Secretary Ken Austin Lecturer Victor Roger Albertazzi Espiritu Warden Edward Gary Korphage Rivera Advocate Manuel Cabacungan Inside Guard Renald Ouimet Outside Guard December 2012 Peter Boyle Victor Gomez Trustees Robert White Trustees Gerald Ron Zimmerman Smit Robert David White Luci Ron Smit The Knightly News is the monthly publication The Knightly of the News Knights is the of monthly Columbus publication Council of the All Knights news, of feature Columbus and Council opinion articles All submitted news, feature must and be signed opinion by the articles author submitted and are must subject be to space signed available by the author and copyright and are subject laws. No to space article available printed and herein copyright should laws. be No construed article printed to represent herein anyone should but be the construed views to represent of the author. anyone but the Editorial views Staff - of Vic the Albertazzi, author. Mike Editorial Delaney, Staff - Roger Vic Albertazzi, Espiritu Mike (916) Delaney, Roger vicalb@starstream.net Espiritu (916) vicalb@starstream.net Feature & Opinion Message From Your Field Agent.Are You Ready For Your Insurance Check-up for 2012? The Holidays Are Fast Approaching!! Now that the holidays are fast approaching! Can you believe it will soon be 2013? I hope that 2012 has been a healthy, prosperous year for you and your family. It s said that time flies, and the older we get, the more that statement seems true. As we review the past year and prepare to welcome a new one, we wonder where the time goes. You re like most people, you ve made some resolutions for If I may, I d like to make two suggestions regarding your resolutions. First, write them down. A resolution is really a goal for the year and, until you commit a goal to writing, it s nothing more than a wish. Writing a resolution down is the first step towards achieving it. Whether your goal is to lose weight, contribute more time and money to charity, read more or watch less television, you re more likely to accomplish it if you write it down. Second, schedule some time to visit with me, your professional Knights of Columbus insurance agent. The insurance check-up that I ll provide (free of charge, by the way!) will quickly identify any gaps in your family s life insurance program. And you ll want to fill those gaps now, not later. Because unlike many other products, you need more than money to obtain life insurance. You also need good health, and no one will ring a bell warning you when your health is about to change. Knights of Columbus life insurance offers something precious few other financial products can guarantees. As long as you pay your premiums, the policy proceeds will be there for your beneficiaries should something happen to you. We call that peace of mind, and that s (as they say in the credit card commercials) priceless. This Holiday Season, keep in mind the real meaning of CHRISTmas. Keeping CHRIST in CHRISTmas. Take time to enjoy your family and friends. Think of those things God has given us. Remember that you are the one who your family counts on for tomorrow s support. The Knights of Columbus is here to help assure that mission is met. May you and your family have a very Merry Christmas and a safe and Happy New Year!!!!! Fraternally, Your Brother and Field Agent, Scott J Peters scott.peters@kofc.org ============================================================= 2nd Knights of Columbus 2012 New Years Eve Party. By Gerold Voigt The Knights of Columbus are inviting Brother Knights, their wives, and widows, and St. Josephs Parishioners to their second New Years Eve Party. The event takes place on December 31 st at the Parish Hall on Sixth Street; starting at 8:00 PM. Participants are encouraged to bring their favorite games and party mood. Finger food is provided by Herb Pickell and crew; the beverages are served by Patrick Gonzales. Chuck Roberson in keeping with the musical tradition of giving everybody the opportunity to dance into the New Year. The entrance fee is $10 per person, there is no need to bring any food! We will only be able to accommodate 130 persons, it therefore important to make reservations a.s.a.p. by calling Kevin Blake at This is not a fundraising event

3 3 Knightly News December 2012 GK Report (Continued from page 1) watch love grow! Disney was decorated to the tees with Christmas trees, toy soldiers, magical characters, etc. The one thing that stood out to me was that I was unable to find a Nativity scene anywhere?? Maybe it was there and I simply didn't see it and I'm hoping that is the answer. I'll be sure and check with my grand kids... I would like to welcome all of our new Knights and all of those who have recently transferred. You have become a member of a great council and I know that you will make it even better! Go to our c o u n c i l w e b s i t e a t and take a look at all of the things that you can get involved with. Spend some time there, there are numerous things to look at and become more informed. It is worth a couple of clicks to try it out! News, Feature & Opinion THANKSGIVING FEAST 2012 On November 18, a great Thanksgiving Feast was held in the parish hall. Hundreds of dinners were served in the hall and many also to go. Many thanks to Altar Society, Squires, KC families and others for your help. Gonzales, Raynal, Bradford GUESTS Herb Pickell, Lloyd Prather, Chris Avery, Richard McGough, Jerry Bradford, Fran Mahan Steve Milo, Herb Pickell, Robert Tagorda, Patrick Gonzales Finally, many thanks to all of you who contributed to a very successful Thanksgiving Dinner and ID Drive. Those kinds of major events don't just happen. You spend countless hours upon hours helping others make their life just a little bit better. Each and every year, I am impressed more and more by your generosity, caring and giving spirit. God bless you! Wishing all of you and your families and friends a very Merry Christmas!! Joe Accurso Grand Knight Herb Pickell, Tom Young David Kauhaahaa, Jerry Bradford Phil Arnautou, Steve Milo Elaheh Denzler & Friend SQUIRES Patrick Gonzales, Allan Raynal Dorothy & Gerold Voigt Richard Conigliaro, Herb Pickell

4 WELCOME & CONGRATULATIONSN Chris Avery Third Degree Kevin Edwards 1st Degree Frank Messina 1st Degree Harold Ericksen 1st Degree

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6 6 Knightly News December 2012 RENDERING THANKS HAPPY BIRTHDAYS! SAVE THE DATE Dec 1 Knight s Rosary Dec 2 Knight s Mass Dec 4 Light up for Christ Dec 5 Knight s Meeting Dec 8 4th Degree Christmas Party Dec 16 Pancake Breakfast Dec 22 Children s Christmas Party Dec 26 Officers Meeting Dec 31 New Year s Eve Party Jan 12 Crab Feed Jan 26 Super Bowl Party REMEMBER Pray for the repose of the soul of our departed Brothers And for the healing of John Besseling L-r Gary Rivera, Gerold Voigt, David Kauhaahaa, Tom Young, Richard Scozzari, Herb Pickell, Kevin Blake, Manny Cabacungan, Scott Peters The winner of the November Raffle Price was Richard Scozzari, who purchased the right number. Richard won $105, of which he donated $20 to St.Vincent de Paul. Rendering Thanks netted $35, the grocery collection amounted to 30 pounds. CURTIS BALKO 6-Dec ERIC COULTER 11-Dec DICK BRIGGS 13-Dec HERBERT PICKELL 14-Dec KENNETH BARRON 20-Dec ART DIAS 23-Dec CHUCK ROBERTSON 27-Dec IGNACIO L LAZARO 28-Dec RICHARD ARCHULETA 9-Dec RAY REINMILLER 2-Dec MATTHEW HERB 26-Dec BARRY QUINTARELLI 14-Dec STEVE MILO 27-Dec DOMINIC CAZARES 12-Dec FRANK MESSINA 12/21 ============================ Dec MEETINGS ARE FUN! Knights of Columbus Saint Joseph s Parish Council 9202 P.O. Box 842 Lincoln, CA ============================ E-CHAPEL A reminder to check out the E- Chapel on kofcsj.com And, by the way, pray the Rosary regularly to keep your spirituality updated. Try it it works! Brother Gerold ======================= CREDITS Photos in this issue of the Knightly News are courtesy of Mike Delaney & Vic Albertazzi ============================ WEAR NAME TAGS AT ALL SUNDAY MASSES Placer county veterans standdown L-r Scott Peters, Chaplin, Chuck Robertson, Jim Cofer, Richard Lercari, Ed Korphage, Chaplin Terry presents GK Joe Accurso with Certificate of Appreciation for the Knights of Columbus participation in the Veteran Stand Down

"A man's errors are his portals of discovery." (James Joyce)

"A man's errors are his portals of discovery." (James Joyce) The Knightly News Knights of Columbus St. Joseph s Parish Council 9202 Division II, District 4 August 2011 Grand Knight s Report Brother Knights,