MANRESA REVUE OCTOBER 2015 Volume 105 Issue 10

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1 MANRESA REVUE OCTOBER 2015 Volume 105 Issue 10 COUNCIL OFFICERS District Deputy: Chip Mclean Chaplain: Rev. Pancrose Kalist Grand Knight: James Gonzalez Deputy Grand Knight: Eddie Thatcher Chancellor: James DeFrancesco Warden: Robert Dugan Recording Secretary: Angelo Fusaro Treasurer: Chris Marzullo Right to Life Chairman: John Donovan Guard: Greg Baxter Guard: Ray Wasson Guard: James Campbell Guard: John Zingales Financial Secretary: Robert Moumblow Trustee: James Neese, PGK Trustee: Frank Alessio, PGK Trustee: Robert Bauer, PGK Lecturer: Johnny Czirr Advocate: Daniel Ajello Youth Director: Mike McHugh, PGK C&B Chairman: Donald Thatcher Membership Director: Robert Bauer, PGK Retention Director: Peter J. Sacco Scholarship Chairman: Anthony Buzanca Scouting Director: Bill Muller Admissions Chairman: Frank Alessio, PGK Catholic Activities: Nicholas Macula Council Activities: Alphonse Berardis, PGK Collation Director: William Gialella Community Activities: Timothy Marshall Public Relations: Timothy Marshall Editor: Mark Curi Field Agent: John A. Carone, F.I.C.F CONTACT US Manresa Council James Gonzalez Grand Knight (917) Robert Bauer, Membership Director (917) Mark Curi, Manresa Revue Editor (718) Manresa Council 2147 on Facebook K of C Supreme NY State Council Staten Island Chapter FROM THE GRAND KNIGHT S DESK Dear Knights and Columbiettes, Whew! September was a busy month for Manresa Council. We had a beautiful combined Installation of Officers alongside our sister Columbiettes. Well over 110 people attended the Mass and breakfast. Thanks to the Columbian Club and volunteers for helping out with the breakfast. State Deputy Robert Weitzman and his lovely wife Connie attended, as well as Columbiette Supreme President Patricia Zellner and NYS President Dee Wych. This further illustrates the point that Manresa is an active and vibrant Council.thanks to your continued support and participation. We recently honored PGK Jim Neese at our 95 th Annual Dinner Dance at The Staaten. A great time was had by all, the food, the entertainment, and attendees all combined to create a wonderful night for all who attended. It was a fitting way to honor a great Past Grand Knight! I would like to thank all Committee members who were instrumental in the night s success. Personal thanks to Ed Thatcher DGK, Emcee James DeFrancesco for keeping the night and the speakers moving along, and for arranging the entertainment. Special thanks to Journal Chairmen Geoff Thatcher, Charles Cuomo as well as PGK Mike McHugh for their hard work on Journal ads. Thanks also to Connie DeFrancesco and my wife Cathy for handling the check in and flowers. In October we will be conducting membership drives at our three churches, so check your for dates and times. Pasta Knight for Oct 9 has been cancelled to accommodate the rescheduled Marshall Outing. On Oct 24 we will be hosting a Halloween Party from 8-12, Open Bar, Hot food, DJ, Dancing, Raffles, 50/50!!!!! Come in costume or not, whatever suits your fancy. Price is $35 pp and reservations need to be made by Oct 16 th. Call me at (917) or manresa2147@yahoo.com to reserve a table. Volunteers needed for Oct 29 th Light the Way with the NDB Civic Association, where we light the path to the beach for the NDB residents on the 3 rd Anniversary of Superstorm Sandy. Sadly, the month of September brought us the passing of four longtime Manresa Council members: Joe Doran Sr., Fred A. Campo, Michael Maffeo and Ralph Cagnetta. Please keep them and their families in your prayers. May God have mercy on their souls. Vivat Jesus, Jim Gonzalez Grand Knight

COLUMBIETTES PRESIDENT S MESSAGE Fall has arrived! The air is crisp and hopefully everyone feels like they are back into a routine after the lazy days of summer.

2 COLUMBIETTES PRESIDENT S MESSAGE Fall has arrived! The air is crisp and hopefully everyone feels like they are back into a routine after the lazy days of summer. Our Installation of Officers went very well on September 13; it was nice to attend Mass with the Knights and to share the day with them. A special thank you to Connie DeFrancesco and Annette Fusaro for filling in for our officers who were unable to attend the Installation, and also to Janet Cuomo and Anna Marie Violetta for acting as our Guides for the ceremony. It was an honor to welcome both the Supreme President, Patricia Zellner and New York State President Dee Wych to Manresa that day as well. The Knights will be having a Halloween Party on Saturday, October 24, $35 per person includes hot buffet, open bar, and DJ. Costumes are optional. This is always a great party -- please try to come and lend your support to our Knights! The SI Chapter Columbiettes will be having a Comedy Night on Friday, November 20 at the Looney Bin, $20 per person. This is the first fundraiser of the year for Chapter and it would be great to see a nice turnout from our auxiliary. Think about putting a table together of friends, all are welcome! I hope everyone is having success selling the C&B chance books! As requested, I have more that I will bring to our next meeting. Please remember to return any sold books and money at our next meeting to the C&B Committee Chairladies -- Annette Fusaro and Jean Gray. Our next meeting will be Wednesday, October 14 at 8pm. Please note that there will be a 1st Degree prior to the meeting. If you have anyone who is interested in joining us, please let me, MaryAnne Alessio or Nancy Curtin know, it would be great to get any new members in at this Degree. We will also be looking for volunteers to participate in a membership drive at St. Christopher 's Church and St. Charles Church in the coming weeks. The Knights will be represented as well. If you attend Mass at either church, please consider volunteering to work the membership drive before or after Mass. I will have firm dates at our meeting. Hope everyone has a great week and I look forward to seeing you at our meeting. Warm regards, Cathy Gonzalez President (917) cathygonz9565@aol.com UPCOMING CALENDAR OF EVENTS Wednesday, October 14th Columbiettes Meeting and 1st Degree, 8pm Thursday, October 15th Board of Directors Meeting, 8pm Sunday, October 18th St. Margaret Mary s Breakfast, Following 10am Mass Monday, October 19th Chapter Meeting, Staten Island Council Tuesday, October 20th First and Second Drumgoole Council Thursday, October 22nd Council Meeting, 8:15pm Saturday, October 24th Council Halloween Party, 8pm Thursday, October 29th New Dorp Beach Light the Way 6:30pm Saturday, November 7th Ralph Valente / Carl Demant Memorial Blood Drive, 8:30am 2:30pm Saturday, November 14th Notre Dame Game Watch, 2:30pm Saturday, November 21st Food Drive, 8:30am Shop Rite and Stop & Shop

Your Shield of Strength As the economy begins to shake off a half-decade of turbulent times, the Knights of Columbus is celebrating 14 consecutive years of insurance business growth.

We ve weathered the storm when others made costly mistakes, because we don t take on unnecessary risk. Our strength is undeniable.

3 Your Shield of Strength As the economy begins to shake off a half-decade of turbulent times, the Knights of Columbus is celebrating 14 consecutive years of insurance business growth. We ve weathered the storm when others haven t, because it s not our first. We ve weathered the storm when others couldn t, because we know how to navigate. We ve weathered the storm when others made costly mistakes, because we don t take on unnecessary risk. Our strength is undeniable. More members than ever before see it, and are using our shield to protect their families. Are you? If you need life insurance and chances are you do why would you look anywhere else? Let us be your shield. Did you know that the Knights of Columbus is one of the largest life insurers in North America? The Knights of Columbus has surpassed $96 billion of insurance in force, and is a member of the Fortune Did you know that the Knights of Columbus consistently earns the highest possible ratings for its ethical business practices and sound investment strategies? A.M. Best, a global leader in the rating and analysis of insurance companies, has given the Knights of Columbus their highest financial strength rating (A++, Superior) for 39 consecutive years. There is simply no more highly rated insurance company in North American than your Knights of Columbus. And, last year, the Knights of Columbus was named a World s Most Ethical Company by the Ethisphere Institute. Did you know that providing financial benefits for members was the reason that Venerable Father Michael McGivney founded the Knights of Columbus? Our founding charter from 1882 makes it clear, the Knights of Columbus primary goal is to render financial aid to its members and the beneficiaries of members. Did you know that the Knights of Columbus offers a full, top-quality product line of life insurance, disability income insurance, long-term care insurance, and retirement annuities? We have products and solutions to fit your family s needs and budgets. I am available to provide a complementary, comprehensive analysis to assess your situation. Did you know that there are a number of products and services that you may be eligible for, just for being a Knight? Whether it s our family fraternal benefits program, our survivor benefits, or our Personal Planning workbook, there are a lot of ways that the Knights of Columbus Insurance program can benefit you and your family. There might be quite a bit that you don t know about Knights of Columbus Insurance and about the fraternal and financial benefits of your membership. Join the hundreds of thousands of your brother knights who use our shield as their protection. John A. Carone, FICF (718) john.carone@kofc.org FREEZIN FOR A REASON 2015 POLAR PLUNGE Today is beautiful, sunny, and 70 degrees so this will sound like a great idea now - join Team Manresa for the annual Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics. On Sunday, Dec 6th, we will be 'Freezin for a Reason' as we take the plunge into the sea at South Beach, SI. This is a great fundraiser for a great organization and a great time is had by the participants and our supporters. Join Team Manresa today! The team as grown from 1 plunger to 5 to 13 last year - can we get 20 this year? Help us make it happen by visiting the link below and join the team. Not able to take the plunge? No problem - become a supporter and make a donation to the team or an individual plunger - remember this is all about CHARITY. The link below will take you to the team page where you can donate. Also if you like, donations will be accepted at the Council. Thank you in advance for your support.

Join the University of Notre Dame Alumni Club of Staten Island & Manresa Council #2147 Knights of Columbus For the 14 th Annual Game Watch for St. Peter s St.

beer, soda, and food Kids and Family are Welcome...See PGK Mike McHugh for more Info Food Fun Raffles.

4 Join the University of Notre Dame Alumni Club of Staten Island & Manresa Council #2147 Knights of Columbus For the 14 th Annual Game Watch for St. Peter s St. Paul School Saturday, November 14, the Manresa Council Doors Open at 2:30, 3:30 Kick-Off Free Admission with canned or boxed food donation for Project Hospitality Admission includes draft beer, soda, and food Kids and Family are Welcome...See PGK Mike McHugh for more Info Food Fun Raffles...Box Pool IN OUR PRAYERS PRAY THE ROSARY Please keep the following members and friends in your prayers: Anne Pizzuto, Brother John Tiplady, Lucille Bauer, Brother Jim McCue, Christine Viso, Brother Bill Smith, Brother Jack Driscoll, Dolores Sclafani, Brother Tim Marshall, and Richard Grogan VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Saturday, November 21st is our 7th Annual Food Drive. We will be collecting food items and donations at Stop & Shop and Shop Rite on Hylan Blvd. from 9am-4pm. Contact Eddie Thatcher after 6pm to volunteer at: (347) This is a great opportunity to practice charity and fraternity. You CAN make a difference!! October is the month of the Holy Rosary. Listen to St. John Paul II's words of wisdom, and pray the rosary as a family today!

5 2015 INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS & ANNUAL DINNER DANCE

Ciro Fiore Michael R Waters Thomas J Pisano William A Scarlino Jr Dr Edward C Dolci David Jorsling John T Tiplady Jr Dennis R Murphy Sr Peter J Sclafani Richard M Tuite Richard J Meli Stephen S Rice

7 Ciro Fiore Michael R Waters Thomas J Pisano William A Scarlino Jr Dr Edward C Dolci David Jorsling John T Tiplady Jr Dennis R Murphy Sr Peter J Sclafani Richard M Tuite Richard J Meli Stephen S Rice John M Donovan Christopher M Peteley William A Gialella Peter Sacco Rev Peter J West Christopher A Nargi Joseph Manfredini Gregory Baxter Peter M Leone Raymond Wasson Robert M Schlaeger Peter J Bellantoni Jr William G D'Arbanville Peter A Mcgovern Harry D Rice III Dylan J Matons Sean H.T. Waters John W Welborn Daniel Iammatteo Joseph V Muhlon Michael A Pecoraro Guido M Sclafani Steven O Brien Rev Eric D Rapaglia

MANRESA REVUE NOVEMBER 2015 Volume 105 Issue 11

MANRESA REVUE NOVEMBER 2015 Volume 105 Issue 11 COUNCIL OFFICERS 2015-2016 District Deputy: Chip Mclean Chaplain: Rev. Pancrose Kalist Grand Knight: James Gonzalez Deputy Grand Knight: Eddie Thatcher Chancellor: