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My gratitude goes out to Lud Hartung the Convention Chairman and the dozens of Knights and their families that made the meeting a success. To me, it was one of the top 5 in the state.

1 C North Carolina State Council June 2009 Volume 32 - No. 12 Tar Heel Knight U F My Brothers and Friends, June 2009 Volume 32 - No. 12 State Deputy Message The 89 th North Carolina State Convention is in the books. The comments were many, most were positive. My gratitude goes out to Lud Hartung the Convention Chairman and the dozens of Knights and their families that made the meeting a success. To me, it was one of the top 5 in the state. This is my last time to address you as your servant, the State Deputy. We have together accomplished much, both at a state level and down home in your council. We have followed the wisdom of Mahatma Gandhi We must be the change we wish to see in the world. Our state-wide commitment to Pro-Life and LAMB is well recognized and continues to grow. Locally, you have done everything from raising funds for the Wounded Warrior Campaign to providing a hyperbolic chamber for a child. We shared many fun things, golf, picnics, bocce contests to name a few. We have prayed and played together. We have built houses, built ramps, built friends. We have recognized those who succeeded, and have helped those who need our aid. We are truly a fraternity. Thank you. Now I am at the end of term of service to you as your State Deputy. For me it was an exciting, rewarding and tiring period. Your fraternity was so critical in making this time in my life one that was truly an experience of a lifetime. You honored me with your confidence and friendship. Yes, there were times that I felt that the whole world was on my shoulders, but you lightened my heart and spirit to make a difference. Everywhere in the state I met my brother Knights, the smile was there, the handshake was there, and your heartfelt thanks was there to make it all worthwhile. My thanks go out to your state officers and staff for a job well done. My special thanks go out to our State Chaplain, Padre Leon. His support for the Knights and me was so needed. And what a smile he had receiving his own Fourth Degree Sword! Would I do it again? Probably not, there are too many of you who can add your ideas, your conviction, and your commitment in making this state the best in the Order. Consider becoming a part of the team, it is so rewarding. Now I can retire, knowing that the work of the Order is in the capable hands of our newly elected officers, and especially David Jones who will provide leadership in continuing the vision that was started by Fr. McGivney through the 90 th anniversary of our State Council. Kathy and I wish you all well. May the road rise up to meet you May the wind be ever at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face And the rain fall softly on your fields. And until we meet again, May God hold you in the hollow of his hand. Please keep in your prayers all those who serve and protect us here and overseas. May they be given to opportunity to complete their mission, and come home to their families safe and with success. Vivat Jesus, John Gouldie, NC State Deputy 1 P

This staff will have one goal, and that will be to function as one body to uphold our vision for North Carolina.

2 I would like to express my sincere thanks for electing me as your new State Deputy. This is an honor that I will cherish for life. I accept this honor with gratitude and humility and will, to the best of my abilities, live up to your expectations. We will start the year with a full staff of RDD s, DD s, Directors and Chairmen. This staff will have one goal, and that will be to function as one body to uphold our vision for North Carolina. As we pursue our goals, you will notice many changes that will bring back tradition, respect, and leadership for this great Order. Being average means you are just as close to the bottom as you are to the top. We all know it is easier to backslide than it is to climb the hill. Under my watch, I expect everyone to be above average as we perform our duties. I am looking forward with great anticipation to working with every Council, the entire Staff and Officers in making the Knights of Columbus, one inclusive family that wraps itself around our order s principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism. Vivat Jesus, Dave Jones, NC State Secretary 2

Rev. Deacon Ben Roberts will be ordained on Saturday, June 6, at St. Patrick's Cathedral in Charlotte. Br. Ben was a convert as a teenager and joined our Order soon after he joined St.

3 Rev. Deacon Ben Roberts will be ordained on Saturday, June 6, at St. Patrick's Cathedral in Charlotte. Br. Ben was a convert as a teenager and joined our Order soon after he joined St. Philip's parish here in Statesville. Our council has supported him both financially and spiritually during his years at the seminary. Now we would like to invite all Brother Knights across the State to join with the St. James Council 7152 to celebrate Br. Ben's Ordination to the Priesthood. While all are welcome to attend the Ordination at St. Patrick's in Charlotte, soon to be Fr. Roberts has stated that he wants to celebrate Mass on Saturday, June 13, 2009, at 5 pm at St. Philip's here in Statesville in honor of the Knights of Columbus as an expression of his appreciation for our support. The will be a reception held by our council immediately following the Mass. For further information and details please feel free to contact Fred Myers at or fwmbam@hotmail.com. Best regards, Fred Myers Council 7152, Statesville Deacon Ben s First Baptism 3

District Master s Message Worthy Sir Knights and Brothers All, Vivat Jesus! We are once again at the threshold of a new fraternal year in just a few short weeks.

4 District Master s Message Worthy Sir Knights and Brothers All, Vivat Jesus! We are once again at the threshold of a new fraternal year in just a few short weeks. There are some housekeeping things that require the attention of the Assembly officers before the end of the current fraternal year, if you have not already done so. RSVP Application Civic Award Application To Be A Patriot Award Entry Form Report Of Officers Chosen For The Term The above are all due to Supreme June 30. If you participated in RSVP, notify the Supreme Office. Civic Award and To Be A Patriot Awards These should be filed by every single Assembly. The only reason for not filing is laziness on the part of the officers. Every Assembly performs in both of these areas. It s an injustice to your members not to file. Finally, The Report of Officers Chosen For The Term form is a MUST FILE form.. There is no option on this one. All form should be mailed to Supreme, even if filed on-line. There is still a problem with on-line filing. Look at the bottom of the form. The Master gets copies of all submissions as well as the Vice Supreme Master. If something goes awry, I can t help if I don t have a copy. Once again I thank you all for your participation in Labor Day events across the state, whether as observer or a member of the Honor Guard. Too many Americans celebrate Memorial Day as a day for cookouts and a day off from the job. They need to be reminded that the reason we are able to enjoy these things are due to the sacrifices that have been made by so many others in the name of freedom. Speaking of Honor Guards, I want to publicly thank the Color Guard of the Father Kenneth I. Parker Assembly No.1820, New Bern, for their participation at the North Carolina State Convention. The Colors had to be moved several times during the convention and the team from New Bern did so in a courteous, reverent and expeditious manner. Also thank you to all who brought their regalia to convention and participated in the Honor Guard for Bishop Burbidge and our clergy. Well Done Sir Knights and Brothers! Continue on Page 5 4

District Master s Report continued EXEMPLIFICATIONS By the time you read this we are less than a month away from the small Exemplification in Wilmington, June 27 th The Honoree for this

Recruit! Recruit. Fees for candidates remains at $70.00, I will advise the other costs as we get closer. The hotel room rate for this event is $119.00 per night, plus applicable taxes.

The Candidate Certificate is made from the information on the Form 4.

5 District Master s Report continued EXEMPLIFICATIONS By the time you read this we are less than a month away from the small Exemplification in Wilmington, June 27 th The Honoree for this Exemplification will be Dr. Denis Carter. The next Exemplification will be held on October 24 th at the Sheraton Imperial, Durham. More information will be coming in the July newsletter. Recruit! Recruit! Recruit. Fees for candidates remains at $70.00, I will advise the other costs as we get closer. The hotel room rate for this event is $ per night, plus applicable taxes. A note about Form 4 s: When submitting candidates, please complete the entire form, legibly, and send it to the Master with payment. The Candidate Certificate is made from the information on the Form 4. The form, all copies intact, is submitted to the Master so it can be signed and the proper sections forwarded to Supreme with my report. I will return the Assembly s portions after the exemplification, for your records. Worthy Assembly Officers, I am always looking for additional information on Sir Knights of the Month. Please take the time to honor that Sir Knight who is/are the unsung hero of your Assembly. Finally, I extend my sincere thank you to all of the Assembly Officers who have served during this past fraternal year for your support and continuing the outstanding record of the Fourth Degree in North Carolina. My congratulations to the new Assembly officers who will serve in the coming year and I look forward to working with you. God Bless you all and God Bless America. SK Robert J. Bob Grabasky, PSD, NC District Master It is never to early to raise money to help support our wounded warriors. These men and women have gone in harm s way to protect us, and our freedom, and we have a great opportunity of helping them. Support this program and send our military folks home for Christmas. 5

6 Duane Russell Newsletter Awards Announced by THK Editor Greg Ciesielski 1st Place 9847 Fayetteville GK Ernesto Chapa Editor Ernesto Chapa 2nd Place 2546 Raleigh GK Edward M. Rogosich Editor PGK Rich Ferraro 3rd Place 7406 Mooresville GK Gary Tadvick Editor Mark Daly Council Web Sites Awards Announced by Technology Chairman Brian Koomen 1st Place 2546 Raleigh GK Edward M. Rogosich 2nd Place Winston-Salem GK Timothy E. Kute 3rd Place 7450 Concord GK James J. Breslin 6

7 Scrapbook Winners Announced by Immediate Past State Deputy Bob Grabasky Division II 1st Place Kannapolis GK Jon M. Jessup 2nd Place Durham GK Peter T. Marino Division III 1st Place 7186 Apex GK Patrick Caporale 2nd Place 9080 Raleigh GK Joseph S. Smith Division IV 1st Place Southport GK Richard Chickillo 2nd Place 9039 Shallotte GK Norman R. Melanson Ladies Division 1st Place 9499 Clemmons GK Robert H. Smith 2nd Place Pinehurst GK Robert E. Wirick 7

8 Membership Awards Based on Quota (Based on April 1, 2008 through March 31, 2009) Membership Quota of 100% 1074 Wilmington - GK Edward V. Grace 3498 Burlington - GK Mark A. Bailey 4660 Wilson - GK John A. Mezera 6451 Hickory - GK James W. Rand 6600 Greenville - GK David Zalonis 7186 Apex - GK Patrick Caporale 9249 Thomasville - GK James R. Boyd, III 9499 Clemmons - GK Robert H. Smith 9579 Morganton - GK John H. Lefeber 9746 Newton - GK Scott L. Benton, Sr Raleigh - GK Joseph S. Smith Albemarle - GK Thomas Horten Winston-Salem - GK Timothy E. Kute Asheboro - GK Thomas A. Murphy Wendell - GK Jeffrey A. Maas Belmont - GK James A. Dent Roxboro - GK James R. Flowers Asheville - GK Thomas Kotz Southport - GK Richard Chickillo Mocksville - GK Alexander Mondlak Huntersville - GK William Pugh Wallace - GK Thomas Wide Butner - GK Timothy Romocki 8

9 Membership Awards Based on Quota (Based on April 1, 2008 through March 31, 2009) Membership Quota of 125% to 150% 2838 Fayetteville - GK Mark M. Falcon 3303 New Bern - GK Maurice P. Casem 6717 Sanford - GK Robert T. Bridwell King - GK Richard Stoher Durham - GK Peter T. Marino Membership Quota of 150% and Above 4600 Rocky Mount - GK Paul Gemberling 7024 Swansboro - GK Daniel Shipko 7406 Mooresville - GK Gary Tadvick 8857 Hope Mills - GK John W. Butler 9039 Shallotte - GK Norman R. Melanson 9847 Fayetteville - GK Ernesto Chapa Chapel Hill - GK James B. Boyd Greensboro - GK Glenn J. Marino Smithfield - GK James F. Snyder Whiteville - GK John A. Castillo Wilmington - GK J. Patrick Lilienthal Fuquay-Varina - GK Bruce Meyer Raleigh - GK Terry Whalen Maggie Valley - GK Anthony J. Minniti Mint Hill GK Timothy L. Starnes Camp Lejeune - GK Leonard Quemuel Raleigh - GK Anthony J. McWilliams Highest % of Quota Raleigh (383.3% of Quota) GK Terry Whalen 9

10 Council Recognition Awards FRATERNITY Announced by State Treasurer Greg Kent Division I 7152 Statesville - GK Kenneth Jewell 9579 Morganton - GK John H. Lefeber Lexington - GK James D. Day Williamston - GK Russell Tranberger Andrews - GK Richard E. Steinbronn Raeford - GK Christopher Nawotniak Division II 7232 Roanoke Rapids - GK Edwin P. Nealis 8886 Brevard - GK Thomas L. Fortener 9746 Newton - GK Scott L. Benton, Sr Asheboro - GK Thomas A. Murphy Forest City - GK Ronald Dangelo Wrightsville Beach - GK Edward Basso Division III 1695 Asheville - GK John E. Kabel 4660 Wilson - GK John A. Mezera 6600 Greenville - GK David Zalonis 7184 Hendersonville - GK Edward I. Suarez 7450 Concord - GK James L. Breslin 9880 Raleigh - GK Joseph S. Smith Chapel Hill - GK James B. Boyd Camp Lejeune - GK Leonard Quemuel Division IV 939 Greensboro - GK John A. Devera Wake Forest - GK William Schirf 10

11 Council Recognition Awards UNITY Announced by State Treasurer Greg Kent Division I Hamlet - GK Wilbur C. Stovall, III Maggie Valley - GK Anthony J. Minniti Fayetteville - GK Ron Foster Division II 8684 Greensboro - GK Anthony Maturo 9570 Lenoir - GK Ronald J. Carney, Sr Edenton - GK Colin Caron Fayetteville - GK Riley R. Williams, Sr. Division III 6717 Sanford - GK Robert T. Birdwell 7024 Swansboro - GK Daniel Shipko 7547 Elizabeth City - GK James L. Riley 8923 Arden - GK James L. Ellis Division IV 2546 Raleigh - GK Edward M. Rogosich 6648 Havelock - GK Wayne N. Koga 8857 Hope Mills - GK John W. Butler Charlotte - GK Robert J. Rilly Charlotte - GK Richard M. White Pinehurst - GK Robert E. Wirick 11

12 Council Recognition Awards - CHARITY Announced by State Secretary David Jones Division I 6970 Eden/Reidsville - GK Christopher J. Neubauer Albemarle - GK Thomas Horton Whiteville - GK John A. Castillo Castle Hayne - GK Larry Seese Wallace - GK Thomas Wilde Division II 7225 Lumberton - GK David D. Rich 7259 Newton Grove - GK William L. Barefoot 9030 Laurinburg - GK Robert J. Salemme 9365 Henderson - GK Shelton Williams Kannapolis - GK Jon M. Jessup Hampstead - GK John P. Horvatt, Jr MCAS New River - GK Kenneth S. Fischler Durham - GK Peter T. Marino Division III 1074 Wilmington - GK Edward V. Grace 3498 Burlington - GK Mark A. Bailey 3574 Jacksonville - GK Dale E. Graf 6528 Southern Pines - GK Rickie A. Luc 7186 Apex - GK Patrick Caporale 7406 Mooresville - GK Gary Tadvick 8680 Salisbury - GK James Sabo 8759 Kill Devil Hills - GK Timothy Gregory 9847 Fayetteville - GK Ernesto Chapa Wilmington - GK J. Patrick Lilienthal Raleigh - GK Terry Whalen Division IV 3303 New Bern - GK Maurice P. Casem 4507 High Point - GK Francis E. Skinner, Jr Gastonia - GK Roger D. Shepard, Jr Shallotte - GK Norman R. Melanson 9499 Clemmons - GK Robert H. Smith 9709 Raleigh - GK Thomas W. Dupree Southport - GK Richard Chickillo Mint Hill - GK Timothy L. Starnes 12

13 STATE OFFICER S AWARD Announced by State Warden Mike Durbin 9570 Lenoir - GK Ronald J. Carney, Sr Edenton - GK Colin Caron SUPREME SERVICE PROGRAM AWARDS Announced by State Advocate & General Program Director Jack Murray and Supreme Directors Ron White & John Harrison CHURCH Greensboro - GK Anthony Maturo COMMUNITY New Bern - GK Maurice P. Casem COUNCIL Albemarle - GK Thomas Horton FAMILY Burlington - GK Mark A. Bailey YOUTH Apex - GK Patrick Caporale MEMBERSHIP Salisbury - GK James Sabo 13

14 STATE DEPUTY AWARD WINNERS Announced by State Secretary Dave Jones DIVISION II Durham - GK Peter T. Marino DIVISION III 3498 Burlington - GK Mark A. Bailey 7186 Apex - GK Patrick Caporale 9847 Fayetteville - GK Ernesto Chapa DIVISION IV 9039 Shallotte - GK Norman R. Melanson 9499 Clemmons - GK Robert H. Smith Southport - GK Richard Chickillo Mint Hill - GK Timothy L. Starnes SUZANNE B. WAHL LAMB FOUNDATION AWARD Announced by State Treasurer Greg Kent GK Richard M. White from Council STATE CHAPLAINS AWARD Announced by State Chaplain Padre Leon Council GK James M. Mertson ROOKIE KNIGHT OF THE YEAR Announced by State Warden Mike Durbin Dave Adams from Council 9499 FAMILY OF THE YEAR Announced by State Advocate Jack Murray Harris Family from Council GOLDEN KNIGHT OF THE YEAR Announced by Immediate Past State Deputy Bob Grabasky Vincent Cerullo, PGK, FDD from Council KNIGHT OF THE YEAR Announced and GK Robert H. Smith from Council

Thank you to those Councils that responded to my presentation at the State Convention. We now have commitments to help from thirteen councils. We need only eight more to completely fill the schedule.

15 Thank you to those Councils that responded to my presentation at the State Convention. We now have commitments to help from thirteen councils. We need only eight more to completely fill the schedule. The Silver Rose Run is an International event. The Silver Rose started from London, Ontario, on May 20. It is now traveling across New York and will reach North Carolina, coming from Virginia, on August 16. It will leave to Georgia on September 6. It will end its travels in Monterrey, Mexico, on December 12. We would like to have 21 councils each host the Rose for one day and hold a prayer service the evening that it is with the council. Booklets are provided for the prayer service. This program is to honor Our Lady of Guadalupe and is a good Pro Life activity. Ultimately, the Rose would be carried from one council to the next by runners, taking turns as they went, supported by a Safety Guard and support vehicles. But I know that this can not happen in many locations. It is quite acceptable to transport the Rose by car. But the run is a great opportunity for publicity for your council, the Church and Our Lady. I would encourage carrying the Rose by foot the last short distance to the next council. I hope to get participating councils in all areas of the State. The current list includes no council in the Raleigh area. I would like to have two or three services there. The Greensboro area is not represented either. Please prayerfully consider having your council join this great International Program of The Knights of Columbus. If you would like additional information, please call me at or send an to trgkaj@charter.net. I look forward to hearing from you and working with you to make this an outstanding and meaningful event here in North Carolina. Tom Greenlee, State Silver Rose Run Chairman STATE DIRECTORY Brother Knights: Vivat Jesus! Yes, another year has passed, and we re working on the edition of the State Directory. If you have not already done so, please go to our state web site and submit your respective input. As of May 31 st we have received input from only 10 councils. Looking forward to receiving your input. Deadline for inputs is July 6 th. Final change for Page 7, Membership Retention East Vince Lombardo Change to kofcvince@carolina.rr.com Fraternally, Gene Tortone Administrative Assistant tortone@roadrunner.com We plan on getting the directory to the printer by end July and publishing by mid-august. 15

Knights of Columbus Annual Golf Tournament Superball Format Proceeds benefit Special Olympics Pine Hollow Golf Club

..includes Greens Fees and Lunch (Hot Dogs & Burgers) DATE: JUNE 12, 2009 SHOTGUN START 9:00AM Contact Tim

Red Tee $5.00 / each Team Putting Contest $5.

16 Knights of Columbus Annual Golf Tournament Superball Format Proceeds benefit Special Olympics Pine Hollow Golf Club 3300 East Garner Road Clayton, NC $65 per person...includes Greens Fees and Lunch (Hot Dogs & Burgers) DATE: JUNE 12, 2009 SHOTGUN START 9:00AM Contact Tim Kilpatrick Premium Hole Sponsorships Available $100 / Hole Door Prizes & Fun Optional Mulligan's and Red Tee $5.00 / each Team Putting Contest $5.00 / Team Optional extra 9 holes after lunch Course Pro picks teams, cost and prizes determined by number of entrants Knights of Columbus is 1 of 3 Champion Sponsors guaranteeing $100, per year to Special Olympics. Team Player Handicap

Winners Posters/Poems and Essays Worthy Grand Knights and Brothers all.

For the Posters, it was What Does the Baby Jesus Mean to Me and for the Poems and Essays, How I Can Respect Human Life.

The Art Work and Writings Amazing, it blew my mind away at the skills and mindset that our Youth have.

Poster Pre School : Aldric McMahan of Council 8923 Arden Poster K-1 : Jack Romero of Council 770 Charlotte Poster 2-3

Council 6528 Southern Pines Essay : Will Comire Council 2546 Raleigh If you would like to see more of what is

17 Winners Posters/Poems and Essays Worthy Grand Knights and Brothers all. The Poster/Poems and Essay Contest encompassed two distinct subjects. For the Posters, it was What Does the Baby Jesus Mean to Me and for the Poems and Essays, How I Can Respect Human Life. There were hundreds of entries for each group and they all were wonderful. The Art Work and Writings Amazing, it blew my mind away at the skills and mindset that our Youth have. So with that being said, here are this year s North Carolina State Winners. Poster Pre School : Aldric McMahan of Council 8923 Arden Poster K-1 : Jack Romero of Council 770 Charlotte Poster 2-3 : Fallon Strictland of Council 2546 Raleigh Poster 4-5 : Aylish Smith of Council 5487 Goldsboro Poem : Jinny Jackson Council 6528 Southern Pines Essay : Will Comire Council 2546 Raleigh If you would like to see more of what is published here, review the winning Posters/Poems and Essays and pictures of the awards going out in there entirely at the NC State Web Site It is all great stuff! Have a Blessed Day, Christian Podgurski Youth Director By - Jack Romero By - Aylish Smith By - Aldric McMahan By - Fallon Strickland 17

Youth Director Chris Podgurski and Matt Learnhard with Miss Fallon

Youth Director Chris Podgurski and Matt Learnhard flank Master Will

State Treasurer Greg Kent, members of Council 770 Charlotte with Master

18 Youth Director Chris Podgurski and Matt Learnhard with Miss Fallon Strickland and her mom at Sacred Heart Cathedral School. Youth Director Chris Podgurski and Matt Learnhard flank Master Will Comire and his parents at Sacred Heart Cathedral School. State Treasurer Greg Kent, members of Council 770 Charlotte with Master Jack Romeo and family. Jack received his plaque for his winning entry in the K-1 division of the State Poster Contest 18

Miss Aylish Smith, representing Council 5487 Goldsboro, received her plaque for her State

L-R Jim Meyers, GK Harold Breindel, Aylish Smith

Jinny received her plaque for the best Poem and represented Council 6528 Southern Pines.

19 Miss Aylish Smith, representing Council 5487 Goldsboro, received her plaque for her State Council Poster Contest Entry. Aylish was selected as the best entry for Grades 4-5 in the state. L-R Jim Meyers, GK Harold Breindel, Aylish Smith and Mr. Smith. State Deputy John Gouldie with Miss Jinny Jackson and her parents. Jinny received her plaque for the best Poem and represented Council 6528 Southern Pines. State Deputy John Gouldie with Master Aldric McMahan and his family. Aldric received his plaque for the best Poster (Pre-School) and was representing Council 8923 Arden. 19

News from the Chorale Chorale Sings for Convention in Historic New Bern The KOC Chorale was grateful to SK Keith

Director Joe Dick was recovering from a severe pulmonary problem and needed an assist.

accompaniment, a military tribute and Auld Lang Syne to honor DM Bob Grabasky, PSD, in the finale for the evening.

The wives who attended the Convention had a great opportunity to tour the historic towns of New Bern, nearby Beaufort

The tour of Beaufort included a sighting of the historic home of Blackbeard The Pirate along the picturesque

20 News from the Chorale Chorale Sings for Convention in Historic New Bern The KOC Chorale was grateful to SK Keith Barker, Chorale member, for stepping in as director for the May State Convention Mass and Banquet program. Director Joe Dick was recovering from a severe pulmonary problem and needed an assist. After not singing together for 6 months, they perfected their music and provided a beautiful Prelude and Mass accompaniment, a military tribute and Auld Lang Syne to honor DM Bob Grabasky, PSD, in the finale for the evening. The Chorale welcomed a new member to their group, SK Bill Echevarria, from Blessed Sacrament Church in Burlington. The wives who attended the Convention had a great opportunity to tour the historic towns of New Bern, nearby Beaufort and Swansboro and The Tryon Palace. The tour of Beaufort included a sighting of the historic home of Blackbeard The Pirate along the picturesque waterfront. For the first time in 17 years, the Chorale reluctantly cancelled their June engagement at Maggie Valley to give Director Joe a bit more recovery time. The next engagement is at the Organizational Meeting at the Charlotte Marriott Executive Park on July

Brothers All, June 2009 Volume 32 - No. 12 Another successful, active year comes to a close - in another month!! Let's not forget that our terms end on June 30, 2009, not at the Convention!

21 Brothers All, June 2009 Volume 32 - No. 12 Another successful, active year comes to a close - in another month!! Let's not forget that our terms end on June 30, 2009, not at the Convention! There is still work to be done and some very important work! Let me start by saying "thank you" for your support at the Convention and for having the confidence to place me in the position of State Treasurer. I will do my best to uphold the values that have been placed on that office, and working with the other State Officers to insure compliance with the wishes of the State Council and you, its Delegates. Congratulations to all the award winners at the Convention. The hard work of our Brothers at the Council level was recognized and rewarded! The programs were numerous and varied and one could hear the murmurs, as the reason for the awards were read off, one could get the drift that others were listening. We must all thank the Program Directors for their work with a difficult task of selecting the placements for all the awards. They have all commented that this was a tough year as the program submissions were great! For all those Grand Knights and District Deputies whose terms in office are ending - many thanks for your help and support. Just remember you are now the "elder statesman" and in a good position to advise those coming up the ranks. Remember a few years back, as you rose through the Council chairs, and those that were there to advise you. To those new Grand Knights and District Deputies - welcome! We look forward to working with you and for you for the success of your Councils. Please - Please, never be afraid to ask a question. If we don't know it - we will find the answer. You will have an excellent General Program Director in Mike Durbin and he has already hit the ground running with some ideas for the Program Area. Your State Officers met this past weekend to discuss our plans and direction for the coming year and we are all excited to get going. We welcome the new State Warden, Colin Jorsch, and know he will jump right in and continue to work hard for us all. Remember there is still a month to go in your term and you CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Vivat Jesus! Jack Murray, NC State Advocate 21

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C North Carolina State Council Tar Heel Knight U F Brothers, Vivat Jesus! From The State Deputy The 88 th annual North Carolina State Convention is in the record books. The success of the convention is