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1 en.org /knights-ofcolumbus.html CHARITY, UNITY, FRATERNITY & PATRIOTISM Father John Rossiter Council #9385 Holmen, Wisconsin Chartered July 13, 1986 Vol. 15 Issue 6 ROTARY LIGHTS and the HOLMEN KNIGHTS of COLUMBUS LOVE A PARADE! Rotary Lights is an annual gift to the Coulee Region as a cooperative effort among the area's Rotary Clubs, numerous other non-profit groups and volunteer organizations, sponsors, and last but not least - the amazing individuals that make up our Steering Committee and Board. VISIT THE ROTARY LIGHTS DISPLAY IN LA CROSSE! FREE ADMISSION Admission is FREE but visitors are encouraged to make voluntary contributions of cash and/or non-perishable food items as they exit the park via street or sidewalk.

IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER Dec. 8, Fri.. The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary Dec. 10, Sun.. No regular Council meeting due to Christmas party Dec. 25, Mon.

12, 2018 Fri. Knights Free Throw Contest at Prairie View Elementary School 6 p.m. Jan 14, Sun... Jan. 29, 2018 Regular Council meeting Council officers meeting at Pizza Corral Feb. 4, 2018 Sun.

Fred & Cheryl What s the difference between the Christmas alphabet and the ordinary alphabet? The Christmas alphabet has Noel. What do you call a singing elf with sideburns? Elfis.

Elizabeth s If you have moved or changed your mailing address or E-Mail address, please let us know so we can make the necessary corrections. E-Mail: holmenknights @yahoo.com.

html Knights of Columbus Mission Statement: To provide a means by which Catholic Men could support the Catholic Church, To provide Financial Protection to Protect their Families and To engage in

Dec-30 Dec-31 (If we have missed your birthday or have the wrong date please let us know at: holmenknights @yahoo.com) COUNCIL #9385 OFFICERS 2017-2018 Grand Knight Joe LaMere Deputy GK.

2 IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER Dec. 8, Fri.. The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary Dec. 10, Sun.. No regular Council meeting due to Christmas party Dec. 25, Mon.. Christmas Day (date to be determined ) Council officers meeting last week of the year Jan. 1, 2018 Mon. New Year s Day Jan. 5, 2018 Fri.. Designated day for Holmen KC s to help at Rotary Lights Jan. 12, 2018 Fri. Knights Free Throw Contest at Prairie View Elementary School 6 p.m. Jan 14, Sun... Jan. 29, 2018 Regular Council meeting Council officers meeting at Pizza Corral Feb. 4, 2018 Sun.. Super Bowl Sunday KC breakfast at St. Elizabeth s Merry Christmas * MIKE BRUHA Happy Birthdays Chris, Ryan, Shelly and Cody! Fred & Cheryl What s the difference between the Christmas alphabet and the ordinary alphabet? The Christmas alphabet has Noel. What do you call a singing elf with sideburns? Elfis. Why is Christmas just like your job? You do all the work and the fat guy with the suit gets all the credit. Feb. 11, 2018 regular Council meeting 7 p.m. at St. Elizabeth s If you have moved or changed your mailing address or address, please let us know so we can make the necessary corrections. COUNCIL MINUTES FROM OUR OFFICER S AND REGULAR MEETINGS ARE READ AT COUNCIL MEETINGS. NEWSLETTER CAN BE FOUND ONLINE ST. ELIZABETH S CHURCH WEBSITE. org/kc/kc-main.html Knights of Columbus Mission Statement: To provide a means by which Catholic Men could support the Catholic Church, To provide Financial Protection to Protect their Families and To engage in works of Charity to Benefit the Less Fortunate. HOLMEN KNIGHTS NEWSLETTER HAPPY DECEMBER BIRTHDAYS BROTHER KNIGHTS Eric Wink Michael Paremski John Shimota Joseph Antonie Michael Paoli Leonard Beranek Edwin Humpal Roger Foegen Charles Beers William Grelle Rod Clark Brian Clements Christopher Thelemann Patrick Barlow Thomas Garibaldi Terrance Hubert Dec-2 Dec-3 Dec-3 Dec-3 Dec-7 Dec-10 Dec-11 Dec-15 Dec-17 Dec-18 Dec-20 Dec-21 Dec-23 Dec-28 Dec-30 Dec-31 (If we have missed your birthday or have the wrong date please let us know at: COUNCIL #9385 OFFICERS Grand Knight Joe LaMere Deputy GK.. Brian Clements Chancellor Gary Dvoracek Recorder Jerry Glentz, Treasurer.. Mike Bruha Advocate Dan Nelson, Warden.. Matt Englerth, Inside Guard Greg Corcoran Outside Guard John Stubler, Financial Secretary... Jeff Reiter, Lecturer Mike Paoli Chaplain Father John Paar, Trustees.. Pat Barlow, Gregg Randall, and Dave Hawes. HOLMEN KNIGHTS of COLUMBUS Monthly meeting schedule : Officers meetings are held on the last Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the PIZZA CORRAL on Hwy 53. Regular Council meetings are held on the second Sunday of the month at 7 p.m. at St. Elizabeth s Church in the gathering space at entrance of church. All Knights of Columbus members in good standing are invited to attend all regular meetings and officers meetings. HOLMEN KNIGHTS NEWSLETTER is published monthly. Editor: Fred Lanzel. Send submissions or corrections to: holmenknights@yahoo.com Advertisements are accepted at the discretion of the editor. Rate is $50 per year. DECEMBER 2017 PAGE 2

Grand Knights Report Dear Brothers, As we go thru the Advent Season, it is marked by a spirit of patience, expectation, anticipation, and preparation.

Advent is far more than simply marking a 2017 year old event in history.

This spirit of anticipation is very evident in people during the Christmas Season.

Thomas and Saturday, (December 2nd) at our "Keep Christ in Christmas" program and lighting of the Church Nativity, I watched the participating Brother Knights, their children

I saw people just beaming with excitement, a sense of alert, asking many questions while listening carefully to those around them looking for an insight into God in

May we support and pray for them on this journey as they continue through towards their goals.

A special thank you goes out to Father Parr for his beautiful blessing of the Church's nativity set, Gary and Janice Dvoracek for their donations, Kirsten La Mere, and Resa

3 Grand Knights Report Dear Brothers, As we go thru the Advent Season, it is marked by a spirit of patience, expectation, anticipation, and preparation. The word "Advent" means "coming" or "arrival". The focus of the entire season is celebration of the birth of Jesus. Advent is far more than simply marking a 2017 year old event in history. It is celebrating a truth about God and the revelation of God in Christ: whereby, all of creation might be reconciled to God. This spirit of anticipation is very evident in people during the Christmas Season. This past Friday (December 1st) with our visit to Saint John Vianney Seminary at the University of St. Thomas and Saturday, (December 2nd) at our "Keep Christ in Christmas" program and lighting of the Church Nativity, I watched the participating Brother Knights, their children and families. I saw people just beaming with excitement, a sense of alert, asking many questions while listening carefully to those around them looking for an insight into God in preparation for the celebration of Christmas. I want to thank Brian Clements, Fred Lanzel, Michael Bruha, and Patrick Barlow for accompanying me to meet the Seminarians at St. Thomas. We spent time praying, having dinner, and talking with these awesome gentleman as they journey in their education and development in their spiritual and educational work. May we support and pray for them on this journey as they continue through towards their goals. A thank you goes out to those the families that attended our Keep Christ in Christmas celebration. A special thank you goes out to Father Parr for his beautiful blessing of the Church's nativity set, Gary and Janice Dvoracek for their donations, Kirsten La Mere, and Resa Hawes, and the Barlow Family s help with the program. It was a very nice celebration. We will be looking for your assistance this coming January with our Rotary Lights Work Day (January 5th at 9:00-3:00) and our Knights of Columbus Free Throw Contest (January 12th at 6:00 pm at Prairie View Elementary). Please contact Joe La Mere or Brian Clements for details. I want to wish all my fellow KC Brothers and their families a very exciting and faithful Advent Journey. May your preparation and anticipation turn jubilant, like children on Christmas Morning. Have a very Merry and Blessed Christmas and Happy New Year! Vivat Jesus, Joe La Mere, GK Grand Knight Joe La Mere with Knight Jeff Hammes and Santa Claus at the Light Up For Christ party. Nativity Scene set-up, church donations, good food and a Christmas party start the 2017 Christmas Season! Please Support the ANNUAL DIOCESAN APPEAL https: diolc.org/donate-online/ Jeff Reiter In loving memory of George Hammes Happy Birthday Danielle Tom & Roz Peace on Earth, Good Will towards All! The Barlow Family Page 3 DECEMBER 2017

Deputy Grand Knights Report Brother Knights! December is a very busy month.

Later that afternoon, a group of Knights joined me in a short pilgrimage to St.

Saturday Father Parr led many of our Parishioners in the annual Lighting and Blessing of our Nativity.

There is much to do in this busy time, but please make sure that Christ is always your focus!

Go to Church, participate in the sacrament of confession, and take a deep breath (and pray) before saying something you will regret.

Remember that there are twelve days of Christmas: from Christmas Day (Dec. 25), until Epiphany (or the Feast of the Three Kings).

Our Christmas tree is probably the last tree to be taken down in our neighborhood each year.

Celebrate the season with your family and council members in the manner it was intended, by Keeping Christ in Christmas!

(Long Live Christ the King) Brian Clements, Deputy Grand Knight Holmen Knights enjoyed a visit and some pizza with brother

4 Deputy Grand Knights Report Brother Knights! December is a very busy month. Many Knights and their families helped Sister Bridget with our annual Caring and Sharing event to help people in need on December 1st. Later that afternoon, a group of Knights joined me in a short pilgrimage to St. John Vianney s seminary to visit our young seminarians as they discern the calling of God. Saturday Father Parr led many of our Parishioners in the annual Lighting and Blessing of our Nativity. Sister Bridget joined us in our annual KC Christmas Party, and we completed the weekend, by lighting the first candle on our Church s Advent Wreath. Wow! How exciting to see so many Knights and their families participating in all of these events in keeping Christ in Christmas. There is much to do in this busy time, but please make sure that Christ is always your focus! Don t let the worries and concerns of this season bring you down. Go to Church, participate in the sacrament of confession, and take a deep breath (and pray) before saying something you will regret. These will help you deal with the stresses which make it difficult for some of us to celebrate Christmas in a joyful way each year. Remember that there are twelve days of Christmas: from Christmas Day (Dec. 25), until Epiphany (or the Feast of the Three Kings). By the time the twelfth day arrives, most of the secular world has forgotten Christmas, but we, as Christians, are still celebrating. Our Christmas tree is probably the last tree to be taken down in our neighborhood each year. The joy of Christmas is to be shared by all; the true joy comes from the birth of Jesus. Celebrate the season with your family and council members in the manner it was intended, by Keeping Christ in Christmas! iviva Cristo Ray! (Long Live Christ the King) Brian Clements, Deputy Grand Knight Holmen Knights enjoyed a visit and some pizza with brother Knights/Seminarians of the St. John Vianney Council in St. Paul, MN. INTERNATIONAL RELIGIOUS LEADERS URGE SUPPORT FOR VICTIMS OF GENOCIDE 11/29/2017 LEADERS URGED IMMEDIATE ACTION TO SUPPORT PERSECUTED CHRISTIANS IN IRAQ Our Holmen Council #9385 website is located through the following address. We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness. That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed. Dr. Anthony D Villare. Beth H. Villare, Daniel & Sarah

KNIGHT and FAMILY OF THE MONTH for November 2017 Jerry Glentz is our November Knight of the Month.

Thank you Jerry for your long-standing service! Larry and Kathy Warzynski. and daughter Marcella are our November Family of the Month.

Kathy is equally involved on the parish council, a chairperson for the recent parish Christmas Bazaar, and on the board for the Town of Holland making a very busy and involved couple.

Your son could be someone s priest. IN MEMORY OF SANDRA BERANEK WHAT DO YOU THINK? Some people think Santa Claus is a woman...i hate to be the one to defy a sacred myth, but I believe he's a she.

5 KNIGHT and FAMILY OF THE MONTH for November 2017 Jerry Glentz is our November Knight of the Month. Jerry again ran several highway clean-ups this year and continues to provide computer tech support to our church, as well as serving as the council recorder at meetings. Thank you Jerry for your long-standing service! Larry and Kathy Warzynski. and daughter Marcella are our November Family of the Month. Larry sits on the parish Finance Council and presents quarterly budget updates at Mass. He is a member of St Elizabeth s Huberters and is helping plan the February 2018 Wild Game Feed. Kathy is equally involved on the parish council, a chairperson for the recent parish Christmas Bazaar, and on the board for the Town of Holland making a very busy and involved couple. Thank you Larry and Kathy for your service to the parish and community! IN MEMORY OF WILLIAM and EMMA DVORACEK MONSIGNOR DELBERT J. MALIN our priest is someone s son. Your son could be someone s priest. IN MEMORY OF SANDRA BERANEK WHAT DO YOU THINK? Some people think Santa Claus is a woman...i hate to be the one to defy a sacred myth, but I believe he's a she. Think about it. Christmas is a big, organized, warm, fuzzy, nurturing social deal, and I have a tough time believing a guy could possibly pull it all off! For starters, the vast majority of men don't even think about selecting gifts until Christmas Eve. Once at the mall, they always seem surprised to find only Ronco products, socket wrench sets, and mood rings left on the shelves. On this count alone, I'm convinced Santa is a woman. Surely, if he were a man, everyone in the universe would wake up Christmas morning to find a rotating musical Chia Pet under the tree, still in the bag. Another problem for a he-santa would be getting there. First of all, there would be no reindeer because they would all be dead, gutted and strapped to the rear bumper of the sleigh amid wide-eyed, desperate claims that buck season had been extended. Blitzen's rack would already be on the way to the taxidermist. Even if the male Santa DID have reindeer, he'd still have transportation problems because he would inevitably get lost up there in the snow and clouds and then refuse to stop and ask for directions. Other reasons why Santa can't possibly be a man: - Men can't pack a bag. / - Men would rather be dead than caught wearing red velvet. / - Men don't answer their mail. / - Men would refuse to allow their physique to be described even in jest as anything remotely resembling a "bowlful of jelly." - Finally, being responsible for Christmas would require a commitment. (Editor s note this is supposed to be a joke. Please address all PC notes to Jeff.) What would you get if you ate the Christmas decorations? Tinselitis. DECEMBER 2017

Life of a Seminarian Last month we talked about the 3rd Pillar of formation which is Intellectual Formation, which includes 1) Language Studies, 2) Degree Programs, and 3) Studies Outside of

Pastoral Formation is the culmination of the rest of the pillars. Each of the previous pillars are vital in preparing each seminarian to work through virtues of pastoral formation.

of the elderly or handicapped to church functions / Ecumenical outreach Prison ministry College campus ministry / Teach religious education. Now, the preaching side of the Pastoral Formation.

Once in theology (major seminary), they will be assigned to a parish to participate in an internship lead by the pastor of that parish. I hope this information is interesting to you!

John Vianney Council in St. Paul, MN. on Dec. 1st. KNIGHTS IN ACTION! Members of the Holmen KC s and their families set up the Christmas Nativity Scene at St.

6 Life of a Seminarian Last month we talked about the 3rd Pillar of formation which is Intellectual Formation, which includes 1) Language Studies, 2) Degree Programs, and 3) Studies Outside of Seminary. Here in December we will focus on the final of the four Pillars of Formation called Pastoral Formation. Pastoral Formation consists of Pastoral Education and Preaching. Pastoral Formation is the culmination of the rest of the pillars. Each of the previous pillars are vital in preparing each seminarian to work through virtues of pastoral formation. Every year at the seminary, the seminarians will join together and work on the pastoral education including the following ministries: Work in a facility to aid the poor and needy e.g. Soup Kitchen, shelter, St. Vincent de Paul Society, etc. / Visit the handicapped, shut-ins, elderly, sick in the parish / Visit the hospitalized / Work with young adult groups, divorced/remarried Catholics, senior citizen s groups / Transportation of the elderly or handicapped to church functions / Ecumenical outreach Prison ministry College campus ministry / Teach religious education. Now, the preaching side of the Pastoral Formation... During the minor seminarian years, the men are encouraged to give vocation talks on how they received God s call to become a seminarian and participate in the Mass as much as they can. Once in theology (major seminary), they will be assigned to a parish to participate in an internship lead by the pastor of that parish. I hope this information is interesting to you! Until next time. iviva Cristo Ray! (Long Live Christ the King) Brian Clements, Deputy Grand Knight Pictures from our visit to brother Knights / Seminarians at the St. John Vianney Council in St. Paul, MN. on Dec. 1st. KNIGHTS IN ACTION! Members of the Holmen KC s and their families set up the Christmas Nativity Scene at St. Elizabeth's Church, participated in the La Crosse Rotary Lights Parade, held a Light Up For Christ Christmas party, and made a visit to brother Knights/seminarians at St. John Vianney Seminary at St. Thomas University in St. Paul, MN. A busy start to the month of December. Bowling, Basketball, Breakfasts all coming up. Want to stay busy? Be active in our council! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2018! Pete Tabor

Council #9385 Chairman Jerry Glentz A lady lost her handbag in the

It was found by an honest little boy and returned to her.

When I lost my bag there was a $20 bill in it.

7 From the St. Elizabeth s Church Bulletin 102nd WISCONSIN STATE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BOWLING TOURNAMENT / FEB 3 THRU MAR. 24, 2018 If Council members are interested in participating contact Council #9385 Chairman Jerry Glentz A lady lost her handbag in the bustle of Christmas shopping. It was found by an honest little boy and returned to her. Looking in her purse, she commented, "Hmmm... That's funny. When I lost my bag there was a $20 bill in it. Now there are twenty $1 bills." The boy quickly replied, "That's right, lady. The last time I found a lady's purse, she didn't have any change for a reward." KofC INSURANCE NOTICE: Steven Books N th St Plum City, WI steven.books@kofc.org

There is no regular council meeting in December due to our annual Light Up For Christ Christmas party. KC Free Throw Contest!

In order for this event to be a success we need to find many sharp shooters.

8 THE HOLMEN KNIGHTS of COLUMBUS FATHER JOHN ROSSITER COUNCIL # N. MAIN STREET P.O. BOX 492 HOLMEN, WISCONSIN ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED HOLMEN KNIGHTS NEWSLETTER DECEMBER 2017 The next Council meeting of the Holmen Knights of Columbus is Sunday, JANUARY 14, 2018 at St. Elizabeth s Church starting at 7 P.M. There is no regular council meeting in December due to our annual Light Up For Christ Christmas party. KC Free Throw Contest! Basketball, Basketball, Basketball... It is that time of the year to bring your kids to the annual KC Free Throw Contest. In order for this event to be a success we need to find many sharp shooters. Unfortunately, there is an age limitation, so only boy s and girl s ages of 9-14 can participate. Also, to make this event a success again, I will need some help judging and scoring the sharp shooters. NOTE: WIAA has changed their ruling on Girls\Boys participation. This means all girls and boys ages 9-14 can participate without impacting eligibility to play JV, VR, and Varsity high school programs. Date/Time: Friday, January 12, 2018 Registration/Warm-up: 6:00 6:30 pm Contest Starts: 6:30 pm Location: Prairie View Elementary / Cost: FREE Contact: Brian Clements ( ) P.S. Looking for a co-chair, let me know if you are interested.

Holmen Knights of Columbus Newsletter

Holmen Knights of Columbus Newsletter Volume 16 Issue 3 September 2018 Father John Rossiter Council #9385 Holmen, Wisconsin 54636 Chartered July 13, 1986 Vision and Mission For Our Council Our meeting