8251 St. Albans Road, Richmond BC V6Y2L2 District 23 - BC and Yukon State GRAND KNIGHT S MESSAGE. Dear Brother Knights,

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1 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS ARCHBISHOP DUKE COUNCIL 6855 St. Paul Parish I n s e r v i c e t o O n e I n s e r v i c e t o a l l AND Inside this issue: 8251 St. Albans Road, Richmond BC V6Y2L2 District 23 - BC and Yukon State October 2015 Newsletter GRAND KNIGHT S MESSAGE Message of State Deputy 2 October Membership Blitz 3 CHAPLAIN FIELD AGENT DISTRICT DEPUTY MONSIGNOR DENNIS LUTERBACH JOSE P. CABALU FEDERICO (BING) DE CASTRO EXECUTIVE OFFICERS Grand Knight RELY A. DIEGO Deputy Grand Knight Chancellor Financial Secretary Treasurer Lecturer Advocate Recorder Warden 39th Anniversary and Awards 4 Photos: Anniversary / Awards 5-6 Photos: Anniversary / Awards 7-8 Photos: Anniversary / Awards 8-9 October Council Activities 10 Message of District Deputy 11 Family & Knight of the Month Bulletin Board 14 Field Agent s Corner 15 Calendar of Activities 16 Inside Guard 1 Inside Guard 2 Outside Guard 1 Outside Guard 2 Trustee 3 Year Trustee 2 Year Trustee 1 Year Immediate Past GK WEBSITE FELIX TAN JACK COURSOL ALBERTO NISPEROS ASHLEY CARDOZ DOMINGO (SUNDY) ARCA RICARDO ROZARIO REYNOLD LOBO KEN CHEW CATALINO ORILLANEDA MICHAEL LOH THOMAS HEENEY JOSEPH LO FRANCIS LEE EDGAR URSUA FRANCIS YONG LORENZO RANADA Dear Brother Knights, Greetings of Peace! Council 6855 has reason to celebrate, has reason to give thanks. The month of October is a special month for the Council. Our council was chartered 39 years ago. The membership should be proud of the accomplishments made within the span of 39 years of its existence. Having been around for that long, Council 6855 is the mother of most of the councils in the District. Beyond the numerous awards and recognition it has received, the council has made a name, a trademark. The mere mention of 6855 in conversations within the District or circles of K of C events evokes a sense of respect for being ahead of the other councils. Looking back, there were 15 Grand Knights that played different and important roles in developing this council, beginning with Charter Grand Knight Worthy Past Grand Knight Frank Kouwenhoven ending with my immediate predecessor Immediate Past Grand Knight Bro. Lorenzo Ranada. We recognize the council hasn t been spared of the challenges that accompany growth in breadth and depth and we are grateful for the council s firm determination to meet these challenges and work for better results. Our gratitude for the status and recognition we have thus far collectively achieved is tied with great expectations for growth in membership, acceptance of greater responsibilities towards our parish and the wider community. We embrace this mission knowing that we can never rest on our laurels. We continue to race on and keep our eyes on the finish line. In the Liturgical Year, October is the month of the Holy Rosary. One reason the Blessed Mother asked us to pray the rosary might be because it can benefit anyone at any stage of the spiritual life from beginners to advanced. The "Catechism of the Catholic Church" teaches about various types of prayer including vocal prayer, meditation and contemplation. The rosary is a vocal prayer, a meditation and can lead to contemplation as Pope John Paul II mentioned in his encyclical Rosary of the Virgin Mary. Here is a quote from that encyclical: "A path of contemplation... But the most important reason for strongly encouraging the practice of the Rosary is that it represents a most effective means of fostering among the faithful that commitment to the contemplation of the Christian mystery which I have proposed in the Apostolic Letter Novo Millenio Ineuente as a genuine 'training in holiness': 'What is needed is a Christian life distinguished above all in the art of prayer'. Inasmuch as contemporary culture, even amid so many indications to the contrary, has witnessed the flowering of a new call for spirituality, due also to the influence of other religions, it is more urgent than ever that our Christian communities should become 'genuine schools of prayer'. The Rosary belongs among the finest and most praiseworthy traditions of Christian contemplation." Fittingly, the council is engaged in a spiritual activity of daily recitation of the rosary in October. Finally, Thanksgiving is celebrated in the month of October. It is a designed co-incidence. Humans that we are, we can take our gifts for granted, and Thanksgiving is an opportunity to give thanks with a grateful heart to the Lord, our God for the many blessings received whether individually or as a collective. Happy 39 th Anniversary to Council 6855 and to one and all! God bless. Vivat Jesus! Rely A. Diego Grand K night Archbishop Duke Council kofc6855@gmail.com :Phone:

2 Page 2 Archbishop Duke Council 6855 Newsletter Christina, Chris, John, Scott, Lynne and Gerina on Divine Mercy Sunday Below: I am sure someone shouted, Mine! and had a clean swipe at the ball. The Knights wrapped up the game in tidy and gracious fashion. K-N-I -G-H-T-S, go KNIGHTS! Dear Brother Knights, On this special occasion of your 39th Anniversary, I offer you my heartfelt congratulations and wish you many more success in the years to come. As we look back and reminisce the past, let us dwell more time on the things that made this council stand proudly and stayed vibrant amidst the challenges that thwarted your path. Let us leave behind the things that brought COLUMBUS CHARITIES negative energy and nuisances and mark them as lesson learned to be relegated to a distant corner. Recognizing the people who have worked unselfishly and devoted their time to make a difference is a very noble thing to do. While awards cannot exactly mirror our genuine gratitude to these brother knights and their families, they bring awareness to others and help them be inspired to also do something. As Helen Keller said, The world is STATE COUNCIL WORKSHOP moved along, not only by the mighty shoves of its heroes, but also by the aggregate of tiny pushes of each honest worker. While every council is not immune to challenges and difficulties, don t let these make you lose sight of the hope given to us by God. Now is the time to focus not on where you ve come from or where you are at right now, but where you are heading. I admonish you to try very hard and persist to move forward. With faith and trust, He will strengthen what needs to be strengthened in you and His grace will move you to act with compassion and determination. As you continue marching forward in unison, may you be inspired by the following words of Mahatma Gandhi; A body of determined spirits fired by unquenchable faith in their mission can alter the course of history. My brother knights, our faith and our calling demands that we must do whatever we can and wherever we can. Now is the time to do the good things you can and keep your council a shining star to be followed by the rest. Vivat Jesus! Arcie J. Lim, State Deputy British Columbia and Yukon State Council

3 October 2015 Page 3 A great sunny morning greeted the October 4 th Membership Blitz. It was a good outdoor activity to meet and greet parishioners going to and coming from mass. The blitz actually started on October 3 rd, at the Saturday anticipated mass. And, it continued at all the masses the following day. Several brothers helped out at the Information Table. Some were assigned to give that important announcement inviting men of the parish to know what it is to be a knight. Brother Knights were on hand to answer questions from parishioners who were interested to know more about the Knights of Columbus. The Info Table was well prepared with lots of brochures, magazines and promotional materials about the KoC. It was attractive. The happy faces of the member welcomed parishioners to inquire about the knights. Some of those who came to inquire were the wives inquiring on behalf of their husbands. The membership Blitz for sure was productive. While not all of those who came to inquire immediately signed up, the seed of interest was planted. Someday soon, that seed will grow. However, there were four candidates that signed up and went for the first degree exemplification on October 7, There were actually 7 candidates expected but 3 didn t make it. Hopefully, we will see them soon at the next exemplification, Nov. 23, As a Knight you can choose the projects with which you wish to be involved in within your own community. What is more, the Order is dedicated to family life and the many benefits it offers. From insurance to scholarships to service and social activities and programs, all are open to the whole family.

4 Page 4 Archbishop Duke Council 6855 Newsletter October 24, 2015: 39 th Anniversary and Awards Night of Archbishop Duke Council 6855 The mood and atmosphere was warm and jovial. It was the 39 th Anniversary and Awards Night of Council 6855 graced by the presence of Worthy State Treasurer Koon Ming Lau with his lovely wife, Lady Marianne, as the keynote speaker. He spoke on the new thrust of zeroing in on young men of the parish to join the Knights. Ticket was oversold. Lively entertainment was provided by talented brothers and their families. The event s central part was the awarding of certificates of recognition and trophies to outstanding brothers who committed their time and effort to the cause of the Order. Archbishop Duke Council 6855 Council was granted its charter on October 19, LIST OF MAJOR AWARDEES Knight of the Year Family of the Year Couple of the Year Mother of the Year Lady of the Year Sportsman of the Year Francis Lee Family of John and Lynne Heathe Elio and Dianne Gaparetto Lynne Heathe Lurdes Pimentel Sundy Arca and Francis Yong Pro-Life Couple Edgar and Priscilla Ursua Ironman Kim Ng Unsung Hero Eddy Lim Membership Lorenzo Ranada Church & Community Service Alberto Nisperos and Americo Silva Congratulations to all the awardees!!!

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9 October 2015 Page 9 MERIT AWARDS Rick and Lyce Rozario Mike and Doreen Riplinger John and Lolita Ty Ken and Rosalind Chew Tony Pimentel Michael and Josephine Loh Randy and Gaizel Aclan Tony and Lisa Rodriguez John and Roxanne Koop Helen Andow Catalino and Nilda Orillaneda Jack and Andrea Coursol Rely and Zaida Diego Mel and Lucy Ison Philip and Patricia Barnwell Charles and Doreen Sze Kevin and Bridget Mendonca Felix Tan CERTIFICATES OF APPRECIATIONS Ernesto Danoog Reynold and Clera Lobo Ashley and Daisy Cardoz Virgilio and Gloria Asuncion Lovell and Ana Godinho George and Carolina Po Lorenzo and Rosabel Crisologo Wayne and Aileen Mackay Greg and Mary Jean Bautista Scott Heathe David Chong Joseph Lo Conrado Mallonga IV Pol and Jean Garcia Butch and Rosita Mendoza Mike and Jeanine Stanley Manuel and Gloria Canita Paul and Ann Lau Fel and Carlota Espinosa Lawrence Belleza Dominic Fiore Jakob and Mariana Hauser CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE AWARDEES!!

10 Page 10 Archbishop Duke Council 6855 Newsletter WELCOME TO OUR New 1 St Degree Brothers L-R Rey Gonzales, Ted de Ocampo, Ron Rebullar, Reynante Soloria 1st Degree Exemplification - upper right group picture Archbishop Duke Council st & 2 nd Degree Exemplifications October 7 and 16, 2015 respectively 2nd Degree Exemplification October 16, 2015 : Welcome to our new 2nd Degree Brothers Brian Lam, Gary Lam, Ron Rebullar, Rolando Paldo and Roman Sandoval RIGHT PHOTOS: A FRIENDLY GAME WITH THE LIFE TEENS ON OCTOBER 18TH. THE SCORE WAS NOT THE MAIN GOAL. IT WAS THE FUN AND EXERCISE. BELOW: OCTOBER DAILY ROSARY. A SIMPLE GET- TOGETHER AT THE OCTOBER 31ST CULMINATION. OCTOBER DAILY ROSARY

11 October 2015 Page 11 Dear Brothers, Looking back over the past four (4) months, which has flown by oh so quickly, I have enjoyed the many challenges the office of District Deputy has afforded me. Was it always fun, no, but it was a big challenge and I accept it wholeheartedly. I thank all the Councils in the district for your support and confidence in me. For the past four (4) months, I have had the honour and indeed the privilege to serve District 23. I have enjoyed the friendship, camaraderie, hospitality and warmth of Brother Knights and their families. Your kindness, fraternity and friendship is very much appreciated. As you know, The Knights of Columbus is the largest Catholic lay order with a 1.9 million members worldwide. Because of our numbers, we have great strength and have been called the strong right arm of the catholic church. I, therefore ask you not to miss an opportunity to be an example of charity through our good works. This example of charity gives testimony to the moral values of our faith. We must serve as a beacon attracting catholic men who want to join us because of our example of good works and thus grow our membership. The two go hand in hand. Membership growth resulting from our works of charity and more works of charity resulting from our growth in membership. We need to increase our membership and not just for the sake of numbers, but for the sake of saving a catholic man and helping him to be a better catholic man for his family and his church. Again the more members we have, the more we can do, and the more effective we will be in doing what we are suppose to do as members of the Knights of Columbus. I am looking forward for the remaining period of this fraternal year as we all continue to try to increase our charitable footprint and grow the order here in our district. Hopefully, with the cooperation of all Councils, I expect even better things to come for the Knights of Columbus in District 23. So far for the first four months of this Fraternal Year, District 23 has already achieved 53% of our membership quota. This will not be possible without the support, dedication, cooperation and hard work of all the Worthy Grand Knights in District #23. I would like to take this opportunity to extend my sincerest gratitude to all Grand Knights, Executives and members for making this past four months so successful and again am asking your support to continue to build on this foundation. GOD BLESS Vivat Jesus Federico de Castro District Deputy#23

12 Page 12 Archbishop Duke Council 6855 Newsletter FAMILY OF THE MONTH Family of Brother Greg and Mary Jean Bautista According to Brother Greg, First, since our childhood me & my wife were raised and formed in a very religious way, with clear and great understanding of our Catholic faith. Second: I had my 1st degree last April 2015, 2nd Degree May 2015, 3rd Degree in June2015. Third: I joined the Knights of Columbus for the purpose of sharing my time and service to our church and our community. His short and brief statements are as simple and firm as his conviction to be of service to the community. He has proven this in his early months as A member of the Knights. He chairs the Food Bank Committee of the council and he has regularly delivered to the Food Bank every end of the month. Recently, together with his wife, Mary Jean, they went to Food Bank and prepared the empty bags to be distributed to the homes in Richmond. These bags were to be filled-up with food stuff and be collected at a later date. Together with some brothers, they were successful in distributing empty bags with flyers on what to put inside the bag in a designated part of the City. They went back to collect these bags after a few days and were successful in collecting more than 700 lbs of food stuff for the Food for Families Program. He is also the chairs the Vocations Committee. He is very familiar about this having been a seminarian before. He has plans on this vocation program and had the opportunity to meet with the Vocations Director of the Diocese of Vancouver to discuss his plans. The council admires his commitment and involving his wife, Mary Jean and family in his apostolate with regards to the Food Bank. He showed us how a family can work together with ease and joy in their hearts. Brother Greg and Mary Jean are awarded the Family of the Month Award for September 2015 in recognition for their efforts with the Food for Families Program. GOOD JOB, CONGRATULATIONS AND KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!!!

13 October 2015 Page 13 KNIGHT OF THE MONTH Brother Francis Yong The name of Brother Francis Yong has become a byword in the Knights of Columbus, Archbishop Duke Council He started in Thirteen years after he was exemplified as a 1 st Degree knight, he never stopped in his quest to true knighthood. He is now a 4 th Degree Knight. But more than that, he is living the life of a true knight; active and willing to sacrifice his time. He held several positions in the Executive. He is currently a Trustee. He uses his gift of music by singing at the 12 noon mass as a member of the choir. He isn t shy volunteering to participate in the entertainment parts of council events like the most recent 39 th Anniversary and Awards Night, and the Joint Council Picnic, H e serves as an alternate music man during 1 st and 2 nd degree exemplifications. He became part of the 4 th Degree Team as a music man. He volunteers for Pancake Breakfast, Food for Families Program, Seniors Christmas Luncheon, etc. He was at one time the chair for the Pennies for Heaven for three years, he helped in Charity Appeal mall sales, and continues to participate in many activities of the council. He volunteered as assistant chair for the Liturgical Committee for the BC and Yukon State Convention for three years until he was tasked to Chair the committee for the 104 th BC and Yukon State Convention held in April, He was awarded the Shining Armor Award in and the Family of the Year Award in Brother Francis is an example of a knight who is always willing and available to help whenever his help is requested. He is awarded the Knight of the Month for September THANK YOU. CONGRATULATIONS AND KEEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!

14 Page 14 Noteworthy Archbishop Duke Council 6855 Newsletter BULLETIN BOARD for the Un November 6, 2015 DANCERCISE 8 PM St. Paul Parish Center Gym November 8, 2015 Pennies for Heaven at all masses. Starts Nov PM mass November 10, 2015 Family Rosary at 8PM Residence of Brother Reynold & Clera Lobo November 14, rd Degree Exem. at Canadian Martyr. 2 PM Registration November 15, 2015 Pancake Breakfast and SARAH November 23, st Degree Exemplification St. Paul Parish Center 7:30 PM PRAY FOR THE SICK AND DISTRESSED May the Lord s healing hands bring our beloved Brother Knights and their family members a speedy recovery, alleviate their suffering, and deliver peace and comfort to their loved ones. We ask in Jesus name. Amen Bro. Charles Sze, Bro. Marcel Schellekens, Bro. Tony Biro, Bro. Pat Rooney, Bro. Cris Asis, Bro. Roger Cabrera, Bro. Rudy Chamberland. K.C. Chong and Family, father and family of Bro. David Chong respectively. Mariana Hauser (wife of Bro. Jakob), Sarah Floro (mother of Sister Mary John Paul) Lyce Rozario (wife of Bro Rick), Lourdes de la Cruz (wife of Bro. Roger), Norman Mendonça (father of FDD PGK Kevin Mendonça), Henrique Silva (cousin of PGK Americo Silva). May the souls of our faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen. Lilia Diego, sister-in-law of Bro. Rely, Enriquita Reyes, Betty Reyes-Magnaye, grandmother and aunt respectively, of Gaizel Aclan, wife of Bro. Randy Aclan, Ofelia Lauro-Diaz, sister-in-law of Bro. Catalino Orillaneda, Annabella Ramos, sister-in-law of WDD Bro. Bing de Castro, Aunt Odette of Worthy FDM Tony Pimentel. PRAY FOR THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED Please kofc6855@gmail.com or call GK RELY A for prayer request updates, additions and corrections.

15 October 2015 Page 15 FIELD AGENT S CORNER Jose P. Cabalu, FIC, CHS Field Agent Protecting Widows A Founding Goal As a member of this council, you know how important spouses can be to the charitable works of the Order. If you re married, your wife is probably involved in a few of the many events that happen each fraternal year. This support adds great value and impact to what a council can achieve. When the Order was founded in 1882, Father Michael J. McGivney and the other brave men were setting out to protect Catholic families, but especially wives and children. Today, we remain committed to this mission by offering insurance products and fraternal benefits designed with that goal in mind. One specific policy rider that you may not know about is called Spousal Waiver of Premium. This rider is unique to the Knights of Columbus philosophy of helping our widows. This rider is available on most permanent and Discoverer plans purchased at standard rates by a member and his wife on the same day. When both spouses apply, the rider provides for waiver of premiums on the spouse s contract in the event of the insured s death. Best of all, for members and spouses ages 18 to 60, this waiver can be added for no charge. The rider stays in effect until the spouse attains age 65 or certain other triggering events occur. Our products are designed with your needs and budget in mind. With a solid portfolio of life insurance, long-term care, disability income and retirement products, the Knights of Columbus can help you meet all of your financial goals. To learn more about these solutions, contact me today. I m at or jose.cabalu@kofc.org.

16 October November 2015 December Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Executive Parish Pastoral 4 th Degree Executive 7:30P Rm1+2 Council Meeting at PM 7PM Pennies for Heaven General in all Masses 7:30PM Rm 1+2 Charity Appeal Mall Charity Appeal Mall Sales 10 AM-6:30PM Sales 10 AM 6:30PM 10Monthly Family 11 Remembrance Day Rosary -Bro. Reynold- Charity Appeal Mall Clera Lobo s Res. 8PM Sales 10 AM 6:30PM Charity Appeal Mall Sales 10 AM 6:30PM 6Dancercise 8 PM 7Columbus Charities At St. Paul Parish Gym Ass. 5oth Anniversary Charity Appeal Mall Charity Appeal Mall Sales 10AM-9PM Sales 10AM 9PM Pennies for Heaven Pancake Breakfast Blood Pressure Check -SARAH 4th Degree General Meeting 7:30PM St. Joseph the Worker Dancercise 8 PM At St. Paul Parish Center Room 1+2 Parish Hall First Degree Exemplification Rm 1+2 at 7:30PM Setup for Pancake Breakfast 11 AM 3rd Degree Exem. Canadian Martyr 2PM Registration 29 Food Bank 30 Notes: Please to kofc6855@gmail.com any question about the calendar of activities. Printed copies only upon request. November December 2015 January Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 6 7Executive Meeting at 7:30PM Room 4 1 World AIDS Day th Degree Exec. Meeting St Joseph the Worker 7:30PM 4 Dancercise at 8PM at GYM Human Rights Day Pancake Breakfast and SARAH BP Test Gen. Meeting at 7:30PM Room 1+2 Soccer Challenge Report Form Due th Degree Meeting St. Joseph the Worker 7:30PM 18 Christmas Poster Report Form Due 19 Pancake Setup Setup time TBA Christmas 26 Boxing Day 27 Food Bank 28 First Degree Exemplification 7:30PM Room 1+4 (to be confirmed) Note: Any change to the calendar of activities will be ed accordingly.