KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS NH STATE COUNCIL NH State Council Summer Quarterly Meeting, July 24, 2016 NH State Website:

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1 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS NH STATE COUNCIL NH State Council Summer Quarterly Meeting, July 24, 2016 NH State Website: * ONE MEMBER * PER COUNCIL * PER MONTH * NH State Council Weekly Your NH Knights News: Prayer requests: Father Robert Smolley, Rev. Daniel Sinibaldi, Sav Gusti, Ivy Faith Bond ( ) Message from Supreme Director Scott Flood(Our guest at the last Convention) ( ) Request for assistance in a Meal Train for PSD Ed and Sandy McCann ( ) An Invitation from Gate of Heaven Parish, Lancaster, NH ( Knights Night with Nashua Silver Knights ( ) Knights Night at the NH Fisher Cats ( ) Protect the Order ( ) Camp Fatima Camporee ( ) David Thibault Appointed Superintendent Diocesan Schools ( ) Support the Conscience Protection Act of 2016 ( ) Knights of Columbus Urges Prayers for Healing ( Exemplary Knights of Columbus Programs ( ) Upcoming Degree Exemplifications ( ) Important Dates to Remember: July 16, 2916: Knights Night with the Nashua Silver Knights, Nashua, NH July22, 2016: Knights Nite at the NH Fisher Cats July 23, 2016: District Deputy Seminar, Manchester, NH July 24, 2016: NH State Council, Summer Quarterly Meeting Windham, NH Reward - to anyone who may have found a cross at the State Convention; approx.1.5in long, yellow metal, with x-shaped drape in white metal at center; also 3-ball design at each endpoint of the cross. The chain was returned to me at the front desk after inquiry upon check-out. Please contact DD #9 Bill Gehring (603) or spiritson3@gmail.com Vivat Jesus Editor s Note: I have assumed the duties of publishing this weekly briefing. Please submit your entries to me at raylemay@comcast.net. See page 13 for more information. Page 1 of 13

2 + PRAYER REQUESTS + Brothers: Please keep in your thoughts, all our brother Knights and their families, that need our prayers Update: Assistant State Chaplain Father Robert Smolley Mount Carmel Manchester, NH ( ) Fr. Smolley is currently at the Mount Carmel Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, 235 Myrtle St, Manchester, NH 03104, Room 404 and is receiving visitors. He is currently on an exercise program and is progressing as well as expected. Fr. Robert is planning for the Annual State Retreat. Fr. Robert expects to be out of Mount Carmel within the next two weeks, if not sooner. SW Raymond Lemay. Prayer request: Reverend Daniel J. Sinibaldi, St Mary s Parish, Rochester, NH, hospitalized ( ) Father Dan Sinibaldi is at home having terminated his work at the parishes. He has requested no visitors and is appreciative of continued prayers. Cards may be sent to Rev Dan Sinibaldi St Mary Church 71 Lowell St Rochester, NH DD#9 Bill Gehring Prayer Request: Former Vice Supreme Master Sav Guisti, Bishop James A. Healy Province ( ) Sav recently suffered a stroke and is in need of our prayers. PSD Joel Plante, DM Prayer Request: Ivy Faith Bond, Daughter of Brother Knight Chris Bond, Bedford Council ( ) My daughter's name is Ivy Faith Bond, age 2. She is having open heart surgery to repair her tricuspid valve at the Mayo Clinic this Wednesday, June 29th. My family appreciates your prayers and those of our brother knights and their families for Ivy's successful surgery and speedy recovery. Message from Supreme Director Scott A. Flood Worthy State Deputy and brother Wayne, I want to take this opportunity to say thank you for a great fraternal year. Your numbers as of June 30 was over 102 percent in membership growth. I know this was not an easy task but you, the state officers and state team have reached a great milestone. Again thank you. I wish you all the best this next year and looking forward to seeing you in Toronto. Fraternally, Scott A. Flood Supreme Director Knights of Columbus 142 Orchard St Ellington, CT (H) (C) Page 2 of 13

3 Request for assistance for a Meal Train for PSD Rd and Sandy McCann As you probably know, Sandy McCann had knee replacement surgery last week and everything went well and she was scheduled to be released from the hospital last Thursday. She is currently in a rehab center. Her daughter has set up a meal train for her and Ed. Below is the link. Could you maybe pass it around to the Knights at the State level and see if anyone might be interested in helping out? Meal Train Link: Thanks. Jim Lockwood An Invitation from Gate of Heaven Parish, Lancaster, NH Gate of Heaven Parish will be hosting Gate of Mercy, a day-long celebration of faith on Sunday August 7, 2016 from 11:30am-7:30pm at All Saints Church, 163 Main Street in Lancaster, NH. This major event will include fun activities for all ages, inspiring talks, a bouncy house and games for kids, a bagged lunch, BBQ dinner, ice cream social, live music, and prayer. Chris Padgett, a nationally known Catholic speaker, musician, and evangelist, will be headlining the event. Gate of Mercy is part of the world-wide celebration of the "Year of Mercy" proclaimed by Pope Francis for The Pope has asked all Christians to reflect and celebrate God's forgiveness and mercy in a special way this year. All Saints Church was chosen to house the "holy door" for the north country of New Hampshire, a sign that God welcomes all, especially those who are imperfect, into his house. The holy door is open daily from 10am-6pm throughout the year. Fr. Matthew Mason, pastor of Gate of Heaven Parish, says, "I encourage all Catholics in the north country and all people of good will to walk through the holy door this year as a prayerful reminder of God's great love for us. The Gate of Mercy celebration on August 7 is a perfect opportunity to visit the church and celebrate with believers from across the state." All are welcome to Gate of Mercy. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required by July 25. To register or for more information please visit the parish website at gateofheavennh.org < Mark M. E. Frank Member Gate of Heaven Parish and Knights of Columbus Council , All Saints Office Phone Number Page 3 of 13

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6 .Protect the order Brothers: As with any enterprise that wants to maintain its individuality and personality it is important to protect those signs, names and symbols that set them apart from all others. This is done through the acquisition of a registration mark from the government in which the entity exists. In the US and most of the western world this is referred to as a trademark, marcus registrad or (enlarged for clarity). You may have noticed that the Emblem of our Order, the names K of C and Knights of Columbus all bear this significant mark. The names and the emblem should always be displayed with the mark. The Fourth Degree Emblem is similarly registered and protected. This is a signal to all that the use is restricted to the holder of the registration. In our instance the holder is the Supreme Council, not the individual Councils or the State Council. In short O N L Y the Supreme Council can say who can use those registered items. A blanket permissive use by a Council for a Council/Assembly function only (dinner dance, food drive, degree exemplification and the like) has been granted by Supreme. However, or more to the point HOWEVER, the names or the emblem may not be used in a business enterprise without the explicit written permission of Supreme. Gaming operations by a Council are, by New Hampshire law, a not-for-profit business venture and neither the Emblems of the Order, the names K of C or Knights of Columbus are to be used in identifying the operation of such enterprises with the Order. Gaming operations need to be registered with the Secretary of State and received a license/permit from the lottery agency. The volunteer work by Members of a council at such events may be a Council function, but the organization and operation of the enterprise is not a Council function. Thus Council # is supporting a poker night at (where ever) and Members can, and should identify themselves. The Council cannot register themselves as the operator of the gaming night with the Secretary of State, a separate associated entity can. Once registered with the Secretary of State the Council then becomes, even if only for gaming, a business enterprise regulated by the State. We are a fraternity, a 501(c) 8, not a standalone charity under IRS law. There are very significant legal ramifications for violating this stricture. We are, however, a charity under the very broad definition of a charity under NH law. If your Council has a gaming operation, immediately file a change of name with the Secretary of State that removes the phrase Knights of Columbus of K of C from the name of the registered enterprise. The name of the separate entity can be Council NH Bingo (or whatever), just avoid the registered names or the Emblem of the Order. Set up separate books (a requirement of State law anyway), rules, officers (can be the same a Council Officers), etc. as if a Home Association, for the gaming operation. Keep all finances, records of the gaming operation separate from those of the Council. Do not discuss the business of the separate gaming operation during regular business meetings of the Council. Continue to accept donations from that separate business enterprise into your charitable accounts, but treat them as an outside source of revenue, not as internal Council funds. Yes, this is a bit of extra work, but it protects the Order from any untoward incidents that may arise. Oh yes, while BINGO is often a trademark of the Catholic Church for fund raising, gaming operations are frowned upon by the Church in general and the diocese in particular. We need to be about our work of helping people, not having state or federal agencies dictating how or what we do as an Order, that is the bottom line. Page 6 of 13

7 NO COUNCIL SHOULD HAVE ITSELF REGISTERED WITH THE SECRETARY OF STATE! If your Council is otherwise registered with the Secretary of State, unregistered immediately. If a bank says that you have to be registered with the Secretary of State, tell them they are misinformed. Your State Officers can assist you in this educational process. If they will not budge, there are several banks in NH that know the Order very well and who are happy to hold council funds. Jordan Ulery, State Advocate CAMP FATIMA CAMPOREE Announcement All forms for the Camp Fatima Camporee are on line. Please note that some changes have been made. We know have to have a lifeguard on duty at the beach area for swimming. So the beach will be limited to those times. If anyone is a certified lifeguard, and would be available for Camporee, please contact Ron Metevier. Due to the cost of the lifeguards, we have changed the cost of the cabins, campers and tents to all except those who participated at Fatima Workday. Please check the changes, and read all rules and waterfront and boating regulations! Your compliance with all regulations is sincerely appreciated. Anyone not in compliance will be asked to leave. All GK's, DD's and state officers please pass on this message to all councils. Thanks you, Ron Metevier, Chairman All paperwork due August 15th, 2016!!! The 2016 Keep Christ in Christmas Program The 2016 KCIC program documents are available on the NH State Council Web Site. There are eight (8) KCIC documents available to provide you all of the information needed to begin your 2016 KCIC Program in your council. NOTE: In order to read and download the KCIC documents you must create an account with a password on the NH State Council web site. Click on blue tab at top left "Main Menu" Click on "Forms Directory" Click on "Keep Christ in Christmas" Note: Please keep in mind that the nomination form and order forms must always be ed to me in MS Word and not a pdf. A reminder that the 2016 KCIC Assortment Kits are discounted until September 25, 2016, so don't delay, order your kit as soon as possible! Only one discounted kit per council. Contact me if you still need assistance! KEEP CHRIST IN CHRISTMAS! Dave Wilson Knights of Columbus NH State Council KCIC Chairman tknightnow@aol.com Page 7 of 13

8 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 28, 2016 FOR MORE INFORMATION: OFFICE OF COMMUNICATION DAVID A. THIBAULT APPOINTED SUPERINTENDENT OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS FOR THE DIOCESE OF MANCHESTER (MANCHESTER, NH) The Most Reverend Peter A. Libasci, Bishop of Manchester, announced today the appointment of David A. Thibault as the Superintendent of Schools for the Diocese of Manchester. Dave has a proven record of being able to think outside the box, build relationships, and ensure the Catholic identity of the organizations he has overseen, said Bishop Libasci. I am impressed by his bold and innovative approach, and I look forward to working with him in the months and years ahead. As Superintendent, Mr. Thibault will be responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and administration of innovative plans, programs, and policies to support and grow the ministry of Catholic school education. In addition, he will oversee the work of the Executive Director of Diocesan Camps and will serve as the Chair of their Boards of Directors. Mr. Thibault will join the diocesan staff on Monday, July 1, Mr. Thibault graduated from Franciscan University of Steubenville in Steubenville, OH, with a degree in education, and earned his Masters of Education from Northeastern University in Boston. He served as a teacher at Holy Name School in West Roxbury, MA and Marshall Simonds Middle School in Burlington, MA. He was then Associate Principal at Newport Middle School, Newport, NH and the Headmaster of Mount Royal Academy in Sunapee, NH before he was named as Executive Director of Diocesan Camps for the Diocese of Manchester. Mr. Thibault lives in Newport, NH with his wife and nine children; they are parishioners at St. Patrick Parish in Newport. Mr. Thibault will replace Fr. John Fortin, O.S.B., who has served as Superintendent since June of 2013 and who is being recalled by his religious superior to return to teaching at Saint Anselm College. Fr. John s accomplishments in the three years he served as Superintendent are many, and his achievements will long be valued and remembered, said Bishop Libasci, but most of all I am going to miss his enthusiasm, collegiality, and tremendous sense of humor. Page 8 of 13

9 Support the Conscience Protection Act of 2016 Dear Brother Knight, Your action is needed to urge Congress to protect the rights of healthcare professionals, Catholic hospitals, and all people of goodwill who object to participating in abortion. The Conscience Protection Act of 2016 (HR 4828) gives these conscientious objectors a means for protecting their conscience rights through legal action. A vote on this critical legislation in the House of Representatives is imminent. Contact your member of Congress today and ask them to support this important legislation. Immediate action is necessary. Right now, Catholic schools, churches, and other faith-based organizations are being forced to cover abortion even late-term abortion in their health plans. Right now, Catholic health professionals are being forced to provide and participate in abortions. Contact your elected representatives today and ask them to support the Conscience Protection Act. Thank you for doing your part to protect conscience rights and to build a Culture of Life. Fraternally, Carl A. Anderson Supreme Knight Knights of Columbus 1 Columbus Plaza New Haven, CT (203) Page 9 of 13

10 Following a week of violence across the United States, the Knights of Columbus has called for a novena of prayer to heal the wounds and divisions afflicting this country. Knights, their families and all people of good will are encouraged to join in the novena (nine days of prayer) that will run from July by praying St. Francis of Assisi s Prayer for Peace: Lord, make me an instrument of your peace, Where there is hatred, let me sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; where there is sadness, joy; O Divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console; to be understood as to understand; to be loved as to love. For it is in giving that we receive; it is in pardoning that we are pardoned; and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. The violent episodes of the past week have shocked the conscience of our country, said Supreme Knight Carl Anderson. Through this prayer, each of us has the opportunity to help transcend hatred and violence by personally committing to the concepts of love of neighbor, peace and forgiveness that are central to an authentic embrace of Christianity. It is our hope that, from coast to coast, those who pray this prayer will become true instruments of peace. Supreme Chaplain Archbishop William Lori of Baltimore also urged people to join this prayer campaign: During this Year of Mercy, let us pray for an end to violence and senseless killings, he said. Through our prayers and good works, may we help build a society that is merciful, just and peaceful. Knights of Columbus 1 Columbus Plaza New Haven, CT (203) Page 10 of 13

11 Exemplary Knights of Columbus Programs Worthy State Deputies, As we begin a new fraternal year and embark on a new chapter in the Order's history, the Supreme Council's communications team and Columbia editors are looking forward to hearing about the many great charitable programs and activities in your jurisdictions. Please note that the standard means of submission of photos and reports of council activities will remain the Knights in Action address knightinaction@kofc.org and online form. And to better assist your councils in this regard, we recently updated the Knights in Action website to include Frequently Asked Questions and Photo Tips. See: kofc.org/knightsinaction In addition, if you are aware of any exemplary charitable works that go above and beyond, or other K of C- related stories in your jurisdiction that may be worth telling, please let us know, so that we might consider additional coverage potentially sending a professional photographer, videographer and/or freelance journalist. Of course, we will continue to feature and promote programs such as the Ultrasound Initiative and Knights of Columbus Coats for Kids, as well as partnerships with organizations like Special Olympics and the Global Wheelchair Mission, but for this purpose, we are primarily interested in hearing about activities and events that we might not be aware of. Is there a program, initiative or event on the state or local level that merits special attention e.g., the kind of program that you might submit for any of the International Service Awards? Is there a specific photo opportunity that would help to present a young and dynamic image of the Order? Is there a council in your jurisdiction that models the Building the Domestic Church While Strengthening Our Parish initiative in a particular way? If so, please send your recommendations, including a brief description and relevant contact information, to storyideas@kofc.org. Here are just a few examples of Columbia articles and short K of C promo videos of initiatives we ve featured in the past: An Oregon council brought the Food for Families initiative to a new level, donating more than 15,000 pounds of produce from the council's food garden: A Dallas-area council's "Knight Hands" program consists of 35 handyman Knights working together to help meet various needs in their parish and community: College Knights support the Knights of Columbus Christian Refugee Relief Fund through a basketball tournament: Knights in New Jersey raise money for Wounded Warriors through a tank pull: Again, we look forward to hearing from you. In the meantime, I wish you a happy Canada Day and Independence Day weekend. Page 11 of 13

12 Thank you, Alton Alton J. Pelowski Editor, Columbia Knights of Columbus Supreme Council 1 Columbus Plaza, New Haven, CT (v) (fax) Upcoming Degree Exemplifications ALL FIRST DEGREES: Please contact First Degree Team Captain as soon as possible to inform him of candidates and number of spectators. Please do not delay in making arrangements for your candidates. The Degree will be cancelled unless enough candidates are registered by the Friday immediately preceding the scheduled date. The Degree Team reserves the right to limit the class size. The dress code is suit jacket and tie with appropriate footwear for all candidates and spectators. The principle of this degree is Charity, so let your council show their enthusiasm and support for these candidates by their attendance at this First Degree. All Knights who are Spectators must present a valid membership card in order to be admitted to the Degree Ceremonial. Each attending council must bring the following: Council Constitutional Rolls unsigned by candidate. Form 100. A membership kit consisting of pin, rosary and booklet These Men They Call Knights. A First Degree membership card signed by the Grand Knight and Financial Secretary. Please contact the First Degree Team Captain if you have any questions. Degree Locations (See Links for details) (If available) First Degree: Contact the Degree Team Captain to inform him of candidates and number of spectators. There currently are no First Degrees pending, please contact the below listed Team Captains for Degree date information. Bedford, NH Epping NH Derry NH Hudson, NH Contact: Team Capt Chris Bond, bondchrisg@gmail.com Contact: Team Capt. Mike Annis, , judyannis55@gmail.com Contact: Team Capt. John Dowd, , derryjpdowd@gmail.com Contact: PGK W. Nadeau, , wnadeaukofc@comcast.net Manchester, NH July 22, 2016 Contact Team Capt, PGK Ray Lemay, , RayLemay@comcast.net Tilton, NH Contact Team Capt John Bruno, , jeabru85@metrocast.net Page 12 of 13

13 Second Degree: Contact the Degree Team Captain to inform him of candidates & number of spectators. Laconia NH Contact: DD Frank Ruffing, , Third Degree: Contact the Degree Team Captain to inform him of candidates and number of spectators. Laconia NH Contact: DD Frank Ruffing, , Fourth Degree: Contact 4 th Degree Secretary Hector to inform him of candidates & number of spectators. Contact: Hector St. Jacques PGK, , Hstjpgk@aol.com Councils and Assemblies: Don t forget to post your degree information on the website: nhknights.org Do you have degree information you would like to see in this newsletter? Post your notification on the State website before Sunday afternoon. I will attempt to link to your degree timely and as space permits. State Warden Raymond Lemay Sr, RayLemay@comcast.net NH State Council - Weekly Briefings Mission Statement: Purpose of the NH State Council Weekly Briefing is to provide to the membership, timely information from the Officers, Deputies, Directors, Chairman, Councils, and Assemblies of the NH State Council. The Goal is to provide short term, up-to-date newsworthy articles, notices, & communication, in cooperation with the NH State Council Granite Knight Newsletter and the NH State Council Website. The deadline for entries is Sunday afternoon. Prepare and submit timely for each Monday issue. Please plan your submission requests accordingly. Your article should be sent as a ready to go completed submission preferably in a Word Document. PDF s are acceptable; however, if there are errors or corrections needed for a PDF it will be returned to the sender to fix. PS: Spread the word! GK s and FN s please remember to share these briefings by forwarding them to your rosters and refer to the information at your business meetings! For Local & State News, and Degree Information, visit us on the web at: From Your New Hampshire State Council, Raymond A. Lemay Sr State Warden NH State Council Knights of Columbus 36 Brock St, Manchester, NH (603) RayLemay@comcast.net Page 13 of 13

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16 Knights of Columbus New Hampshire State Council Quarterly Ladies Programs Year These are the Quarterly Ladies program events for this coming fraternal year. We ask that you RSVP due to the number of supplies needed to provide to you at each program. In the past RSVP s have not been required which made it difficult to plan a ladies program. We do not want anyone to be left out so an RSVP IS A MUST as we will not have any extra supplies that day. There must be at least 10 people for the Ladies Program or it will be cancelled. If the program is cancelled the State Warden, Ray LeMay, will send out a notice a week prior. RSVP - Maryellen Griffin Phone Number: RSVP ONLY IF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND Date: July 24, 2016 RSVP by: July 10, 2016 Program: Making necklaces to match your convention bracelet. Supplies Needed By You: No supplies needed. October 16, 2016 RSVP by: October 2, 2016 Christmas Swag for your home. (Last year was a wreath for your front door; this is for your backdoor.) Please bring decorations for your own theme. (We will have some decorations to provide). 1 Glue Gun (If you have one) January 22, 2017 RSVP by: January 8, 2017 Making fleece baby blankets for Birth Right. 1 yard of baby fleece print 1 yard of matching solid fleece Fabric Scissors State Convention April 29, 2017 RSVP by: April 15, 2017 Making Jewelry for 2017 Convention. 1 - Grocery bag of nonperishable food for State Chaplain, Father Aggie, church food pantry. Please bring food for Father to the Ladies Program.

17 State Retreat Weekend A Weekend at the Movies Date: September 23 to 25, 2016 New Hampshire State Council Knights of Columbus Fr. Robert J. Smolley, KHS State Retreat Director Place: Time: Camp Bernadette Wolfboro, NH Friday. September 23 Dinner 6:00 pm (Registration begins at 4:00) Ends (after Lunch), Sunday, September 25 Who is welcome? - Knights of Columbus member members - Prospective Knights - Fathers and sons (14 and older) Cost* - Knights $ Prospective members $ Father / Son $ *Includes all meals (including Surf & Turf on Saturday evening), printed materials, snacks and drinks, and miscellaneous things How do I register? Fill out the Registration Form Included

18 N.H. Knights of Columbus Weekend Retreat 2016 Registration Form Name Council # Address Street Zip Code Phone # address Registration Fee (check the appropriate box) K of C member $75.00 Guest $70.00 Father & Son $ Total enclosed $ If Father / Son: Please include the son s name & age below Name Age Please register by August 31,2016 Send Registration Form and Fee to : Fr Robert J. Smolley 145 Lowell St. Manchester,, NH Make out check to NH State Council Knights of Columbus Date Received Check # Amount $

19 Retreat 2016 Schedule Friday, September 23 3:30-5:45pm Sign-in & Cabin selection Dining Hall 6:00pm Angelus & Dinner Dining Hall 7:30pm Conference 1 Chapel 8:15pm Night Prayer Chapel 8:30pm Rosary (optional) Chapel Saturday, September 24 7:30am Morning Prayer Chapel 8:00am Angelus & Breakfast Dining Hall 9:00am Conference 2 TBD 11:00am Holy Mass Chapel 12:00noon Angelus & Lunch Dining Hall 3:00pm Chaplet of Divine Mercy Chapel 3:15pm Conference 3 TBD 5:30pm Evening Prayer Chapel 6:00pm Angelus & Dinner Dining Hall 7:30pm Open Questions & Night Prayer TBD 9:00pm Rosary (optional) TBD Sunday, September 25 7:30am Morning Prayer Chapel 8:00am Angelus & Breakfast Dining Hall 9:00am Conference 4 TBD 11:00am Holy Mass Chapel 12:00noon Angelus & Lunch Dining Hall 12:30 /1:00pm Departure