Knight Line Newsletter Knights of Columbus Council #6413 and Assembly #2781 Portland, Texas

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1 August 2018 OFFICER S COUNCIL #6413 MEETING Thursday 2nd RE Bldg. Conference Room 7:30 p.m. Knight Line Newsletter Knights of Columbus Council #6413 and Assembly #2781 Portland, Texas In service to One - In service to all MEETING REMINDERS MONTHLY COUNCIL #6413 MEETING Thursday 9th RE Bldg. Parish Hall Meal 7:15 p.m. Meeting 8:15 p.m. 4TH DEGREE ASSEMBLY #2781 MEETING Thursday 16th OLMC Parish Hall Meal 7:00 p.m. Meeting 8:00 p.m. KofC members are invited and encouraged to attend these meetings. You ll find out what s going on in our council and assembly and you will be able to take an active part by expressing your views and opinions on the issues. Grand Knights Comments Brother Knights, It is my pleasure to be serving as your Grand Knight. I also want to thank all the new officers for stepping up and accepting their positions. We are beginning a new fraternal year. With this in mind, our children will be beginning a new school year as well. Please remember to slow down around school zones. While we are the subjects of new beginnings, let us be aware of Christ s institution of Reconciliation. Jesus is allowing us to be freed from our sins and begin with a clean slate. What better way of getting a new start. Reconciliation gives you an opportunity. Take the time to receive this wonderful sacrament. Ramiro Ochoa I was fortunate enough to attend the State council in May. One of the themes was to be a light. Which coincidently was also the theme for the Teen ACTS retreat. We as brother Knights have every opportunity to be someone s light. There is always someone in need. It can be a small gesture such as opening the door for someone. There are many opportunities within this parish where we can volunteer. If you are active, great and if you have not been involved lately, you are always welcome. It would be great to see everyone participate in something throughout the year. As Mario mentioned last month we are in need of some fund raising to replace our BBQ pit. So we will need the help. Your Brother in Christ OLMC KofC Installation of Officers Ramiro Ochoa Que Viva Christo Rey! Meet our new KofC Officers. You ll be surprised as to who they are! Continued on PG 5

2 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 Officer's Meeting RE bldg. 7:30 p.m Birthdays! Donald Brauner-72 KC Breakfast Team D Butch Rowe 7 a.m. Venerable Michael McGivney-166 Rojelio Lucio-55 KC BBQ chicken & sausage sale Team A Alvin Saathoff Eusebio Munoz-70 Cyril Piazza-64 Exemplification: 1st Degree OLMC OLMC Parish Hall 6:30 p.m. 11 Harry Allen-65 Timothy Thorn-40 James Hatch-57 Joseph Burke-80 Rommel Daclan-55 Victor Guevara-64 Council Meeting Meal 7:15 p.m. Meeting 8:15 p.m. OLMC Parish Hall 4th Degree Assembly Meeting 7:00 p.m. OLMC Parish Hall Jose Farias-79 Ralph Melendez-58 Gilbert Hinojosa-75 Aaron Garcia KC Vigil Practice 5:30 p.m. Mass 6 p.m. Ladies Night Out Arturo Cantu-61 Raymond Hilario Garza-45 Matthew Perales-24 Aaron Romero-37 Reynaldo Chavez Dustin Wiatrek-43 Bobby Rodriguez-51 Rodolfo Lopez May God grant you success in all your endeavors. May He give you the grace to stand Page 2 Kevin Vrooman-31 up for what is right and courage to fight for the truth. On your special day, we just want to remind you that we are always and forever praying for you. And in the end, it s not the years in your life that count. It s the life in your years!

3 Fellow Sir Knight Departs For Seminary! Prayer To Know My Vocation Lord, I want Matthew to be happy in this life and spend eternity with You in the life to come. From the first moment of his existence, You knew his vocation. Please help him discover Your plan for his life. Help him to know himself, Help him to overcome his fears. Help him to want what You want. Help him to trust You completely. Send Your Holy Spirit into his mind and heart so he can see the gifts You have given him and hear Your call to serve the Church. Increase his desire to bring others to You and help them reach heaven. Seminarians from left to right: Aaron Lugo, Luis Lozano, Matthew Perales and Michael Winterroth Mary Most Holy, Mother of God pray for Matthew, that he can discover his vocation and have the courage to respond in faith. Amen Matthew Perales was born in Corpus Christi, Texas on August 22, He was raised by his two aunts and attended Catholic schools from the age of four years old until he graduated from high school. After graduation, he attended Del Mar College and Texas A &M University. At the age of eighteen, he joined the Knights of Columbus and not only became a member but quickly moved to complete his 4th degree as well as becoming the youngest to serve the ofkicer position of Grand Knight at our Our Lady of Mount Carmel (OLMC) council at the age of twenty. Shortly after his First Communion, he volunteered as an Altar Server for 11 years and later was personally asked by Msgr. Mark Chamberlin if he could take charge of all new altar servers as well as be a mentor and leader in training newly appointed altar servers. Always being involved in parish activities and events Matthew signed up for the men s an A.C.T.S. Retreat when he was seventeen years of age. Matthew said, it was a wonderful experience for me. Since then, he has been very active and involved in the men and teen s A. C. T. S. retreats. Matthew is very energetic and assisted in facilitating the Teens Growing in Faith (TGIF) religion education program at OLMC and once a month, he assists with the Teens TGIF Mass on the Kirst Sunday of each month. Eager with wanting to be more involved in the parish other than just serving as an Altar Server, Matthew decided to become a Eucharist Minister and has now served faithfully in this ministry for several years. In November of 2018, Matthew decided to apply for the Seminary with the guidance and help of Father Romeo. Bishop Mulvey has accepted his application to go into the Seminary. Matthew will be attending St. Joseph Seminary in Louisiana on August 11, of this year. He says, I am looking forward to St. Joseph Seminary because of its focus on spirituality. Jesus still calls men to be priests just as He called the apostles. The ministerial priesthood is a call to share in the one priesthood of Jesus Christ so that his unique saving mission may continue in the world. It is through the priesthood that God continues the salvation of the world. This is accomplished through a number of means including pastoral work, proclamation of the Holy Word of God, and the celebration of the sacraments, especially the Eucharist and the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Matthew ask that we all keep him in our daily prayers and he will in-turn keep us in his. Sir Knight Matthew, your brother Knights bid you farewell and may you go confidently in the direction of your dreams and live the life you ve imagined! Page 3

4 SEPTEMBER 2018 CALENDAR EVENTS: Prayer to Mary Queen of the Knights Our Lady, Queen of the Knights, bless all the activities of our order. Keep us true to the pledge to extend the kingship of thy Divine Son on earth. Through Thine intercession, win for us the grace ever to exemplify in our public and private lives, the virtues, which should characterize those specially dedicated to the service of the heavenly court. Make us always aware that as your Knights we are constantly observed, our faith judged and our order appreciated. Accept O Mary, this renewed pledge of fealty and devotion of thy servants, the Knights MONTHLY MEETING (Thurs. 9th) Brother Knights, since our July meeting was an Open Meeting, featuring the installation of officers, our August meeting is a closed regular meeting. Grand Knight Ramiro Ochoa has appointed Service Program Directors for the year and will be briefly discussing program areas of interest and expectations. Make an effort to attend. Members, please invite your spouses/families for a delicious pre-meeting meal and fellowship starting at 7:15 p.m. Planned meal features fajita feast plus a variety of deserts and more! Our thanks to our ladies who continue to bring the yummy desserts. Invite a prospective candidate. Regular meeting at 8:15 p.m. KNIGHT'S CHOIR AND VIGIL MASS (Sat. 11th) The KofC choir will be singing at the Saturday evening (6:00 p.m.) Mass. Practice at the Daily Chapel at 5:30 p.m. After Mass all are invited to re-group for Ladies Night Out at after Mass at Peoples Restaurant, 9738 Up River Rd, Corpus Christi (361) KofC BREAKFAST (Sun. 12th) Parish hall after 8:30 a.m. mass. Butch Rowe (361) drowejr@outlook.com Team D : Team consist of: Ray Have, Tucker Copeland, Dan King, Ervey Martinez, Benny Mumme, Adrian Saldivar, Ram Ochoa, Paul Steen, David Howard and Larry Luehring. Team, it is very important that we all support our cooking team. If for any reason you can not help out, as a courtesy please let your Cooking Team Lead know! Our Guarantees Set Us Apart 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. That s peace of mind, and that s what we offer with every product in our portfolio. Our Order is among the highest rated life insurers in North America. AM Best has rated the Knights of Columbus A++, Superior for 39 consecutive years. It s a testament to our track record for excellence and security. Thomas Sutherland KofC Field Agent (361) tom.sutherland@kofc.org PRAYER FOR THE SICK: KEEP IN PRAYER Fr. Jerry Zurovetz Gilbert Hinojosa Richard Landry Edward Garcia Butch Rowe Bill Reeves Tom Cass Dear Jesus, Devine Physician and Healer of the sick, we turn to You in this time of illness. O dearest Comforter of the Troubled, alleviate our worry and sorrow with Your entle love, and grant us the grace and strength to accept this burden. Dear God, we place our worries in your hands. We ask that You restore Your servant to health again. Above all, grant us the grace to acknowledge Your holy will and know that whatsoever You do, You do for the love of us. Amen. Page 4

5 SEPTEMBER 2018 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Thursday July 12th marked the installation of officers for the new year at Council The ceremony was conducted under the direction of District Deputy Ervey Martinez and Diocesan Deputy Humbert Martinez. The symbolic ceremony was followed by a Night of Celebration with family and friends. The evening served a twofold purpose: to recognize and encourage the new Council Officers and also to show our appreciation to our volunteer members who in some way, big or small, and have contributed to the success of the Council during the past year. The officer wives were given the honor of placing the officer jewels on their husband. Many to congrats to our new Grand Knight Ramiro Ochoa. We all wish you success this fraternal year. The Knights of Columbus are Catholic gentlemen committed to the exemplification of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, Patriotism, and Defense of the Priesthood. DiVivat Jesus!! View all Council Event pictures and more on: OLMC Flicker: OLMC Facebook: Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church, Portland, TX Page 5

6 SEPTEMBER 2018 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Saturday July 29th marked the 4th Degree Installation of all the officers in the Corpus Christi Diocese at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Corpus Christi. The Color Corps is an ELECTIVE division of the Fourth Degree, whose distinctive presence in parades, wreath-laying ceremonies, confirmations and other Catholic functions is a visible reminder of our service to the community. The tuxedo, chapeau, cape and sword worn by the Color Corps were inspired by 19th century naval uniforms, with different cape colors representing nine different program ranks. The ceremonial sword symbolizes Christian Knighthood, and is carried to signify reverence to Church, Eucharist, country and freedom. Color Corps members wear the colors with pride, knowing they represent the very best of the Knights of Columbus. Thank you to all who attended the installation on Sunday July 30, 2018 at St Patrick's. Our 4th degree is the Patriotic degree of the Knights of Columbus. If you would like to become a 4th degree Knight submit your completed Form 4 to the Faithful Navigator John Panek. View all Council Event pictures and more on: OLMC Flicker: OLMC Facebook: Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church, Portland, TX Page 6

7 August Calendar events contd. from pg. 4 SEPTEMBER 2018 CALENDAR EVENTS: Michael J. McGivney (Sun. 12th) Born to Irish immigrants in Waterbury, Connecticut, on August 12, The eldest of 13 children (seven of whom survived to adulthood), he studied for the priesthood and was ordained on Dec. 22, 1877, and was assigned to St. Mary s Church in New Haven, where he founded the Knights of Columbus in By his holy life, exemplary virtue, piety and priestly character, he was recognized by many as a saint in the making. He was also a priest of great vision and foresight who anticipated the Second Vatican s Council proclamation of the Universal Call to Holiness by empowering laypersons to take leadership positions. Never robust in health, Father Michael McGivney fell sick with pneumonia in January 1890 while serving as pastor of St. Thomas Church in Thomaston, Conn. After months of attempted cures and laboring to carry on his pastoral duties, he died on Aug. 14, two days past his 38th birthday. His funeral in his home parish in Waterbury was attended by throngs of faithful who recognized his virtue and sanctity. Through the Knights, Father McGivney sought to form Catholic men into good spouses and fathers. He has become known as Apostle to the Young and Defender of Christian Family Life. He saw strong families as the foundation of his parish, of the Church and of society at large. He was convinced that the Catholic layman had a unique role in influencing society and promoting the values found in what Pope John Paul II has since named the Culture of Life and the Civilization of Love. The Knights of Columbus has grown from several members in one council to more than 14,000 councils and 1.8 million members throughout the United States, Canada, the Philippines, Mexico, Poland, the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Panama, the Bahamas, the Virgin Islands, Cuba, Guatemala, Guam and Saipan. FIRST DEGREE CEREMONY (Tues. 14th) At Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish Hall. Registration at 6:30 p.m. The Portland Degree Team regularly administers the First Degree monthly on. Help our council continue to grow by recruiting. Submit completed Form 100 (application) at our regular monthly meeting for consideration.invite your Catholic relative, friend, or acquaintance to join. Membership is open to Catholic men, 18 years or older, who are practical Catholics. CHICKEN & SAUSAGE SALE (Sun. 19th 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Masses) The monthly BBQ chicken and sausage is being offered at 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. noon. Cost: 1/2 chicken $4.00, whole chicken $8.00, sausage $6.00 per link. Team A Alvin Saathoff (361) Team consist of: Arnold Castillo, Dalton Choiniere, Harvey Ruder, Randy Lauhoff, Roy Menchaca, Valente Olivares, Benny Polasek, David Stanlee, Fred Ruiz, Stephen Thomas and Gus Soliz. Team, it is very important that we all support our cooking team. If for any reason you can not help out, as a courtesy please let your Cooking Team Lead know! Membership in the Knights of Columbus is open to any practicing Catholic man in union with the Holy See who is not less than 18 years of age. A practicing Catholic is one who lives up to the Commandments of God and the Precepts of the Catholic Church. Please contact any OLMC Knight or call Grand Knight Ram Ochoa (361) to sign up. We re looking for a few good men! Page 7

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10 KofC 2018 TEAMS NO BBQ NO BBQ NO NO BBQ BBQ D Butch Butch Rowe Rowe D Team A NO BBQ NO BBQ C for Daniel Estrada B Daniel Estrada B Estrada C Daniel Greg Young D Butch Rowe A Al Saathoff B Daniel Estrada C Greg Young Brother Knightʼs, please review the monthly 2018 yearly calendars for your planning purpose(s). If you are a Team Lead and you change with someone, it is your responsibility for the month you have been assigned in ensuring your event is covered. If you are on a cooking team and will be unable to help cook, as a courtesy please let the Team Lead know!swapping assigned day(s) requires prior approval from Grand Knight or Deputy Grand Knight. PLEASE SUPPORT YOUR COOKING TEAM!! Page 10

11 OLMC Knights of Columbus Fr. Pitor Koziel Council No Austin Portland, TX AFFIX S T A M P HERE Return Service Requested Scan with your smart phone to visit OLMC Council #6413 Website COUNCIL/CONTACT INFORMATION Physical Address / Mailing Address: 1008 Austin Portland, TX kofc@olmcportland.com Regular Officer Meetings: 1st Thursday of the month at 7:15 p.m. OLMC Religious Ed building. Regular Business Meetings: 2nd Thursday of the month at 8:15 p.m. OLMC parish hall. Newsletter Editor: Ervey Martinez: kofc@olmcportland.com COUNCIL OFFICERS Grand Knight Ramiro Ochoa Deputy Grand Knight.. Tom Yardley Chaplain Fr. Pitor Koziel Chancellor Dempsy Butch Rowe Recorder... Arnold Castillo Treasure... Donald Warner Financial Secretary. Alvin Saathoff Advocate.. William Bill Reeves Warden.. Greg Young Faithful Friar.. Fr. Pitor Koziel Inside Guard Eddie Rojas Outside Guard. Gerardo Jerry Ochoa Jr. Trustee for 1 year... Mario Solis Trustee for 2 years.. Al Arguijo Trustee for 3 years.. Edward Garcia Lecturer.. Kyle Nohavitza Assistant Editors: Al Saathoff: Alvin.Saathoff@elementis-na.com Leo Farias: leofar@earthlink.net Page 11