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1 The Knightlighter The Official Publication of the Knights of Columbus, Msgr. James R. Jones Council 3303 and Kenneth I. Parker Assembly 1820, New Bern, NC VOLUME 2009, ISSUE 12 December, 2009 ANNUAL DINNER FOR WIDOWS This year our Widows Dinner was the best ever, We had a great turn out, great food, and great fellowship. Also, as is our custom we held the final drawings for our 300 Club. This produced some real big smiles on the faces of the individuals who won. We were pleased that 20 Widows were in attendance and a total of 124 people celebrated at this once a year remembrance. Our Family Director James Whetzel and his wife Rosemary continue again to orchestrate a wonderful event that was enjoyed not only by the Widows themselves but also by all who took part in this, Remember Our Widows Night Out. Msgr. James R. Jones Activity Schedule December 1 - Tue. Council Business Meeting, 7PM Council Chambers 5 Sat. 3rd Degree Exemplification Council Hall 7 Mon. Bingo - Council Hall 9 Wed. 7 p.m. 4 th Degree Business Mtg. Council Chambers 14 Mon. Bingo Council Hall 21 Mon. Bingo Council Hall 25 Fri. CHRISTMAS 28 Mon. Bingo Council Hall 30 Wed. Council Officers Meeting, 7PM Council Chambers 31 Thu. New Year s Eve Party 6PM Council Hall (Front row seated left to right) Phyllis Trommers, Helen Rambin, Alberta Barnick, Agnes Derda, Clara Castano, Angele Anton, Beverly Edelman and Ann Smolinski (Back row standing) Gladys Frankson, Carol Adler, Jane Plourde, Pat McGrath, Nellie Messina, Mary Mc Caffrey, Alice Kutsko, Tina Lowe, Mary Carpinella, and Kris Rudzik Council Hosts 3rd Degree Exemplification The Msgr. James R. Jones Council 3303 hosted a 3 rd Degree Ceremony on 5 Dec. Below is a group photo of Candidates and Observers who attended. The class of 43, 2 nd Degree Knights from a total of 13 Councils, statewide, gained full Knighthood at this exemplification. Of those receiving their 3 rd Degree, 14 were from our Council. We offer our congratulations to all who became 3 rd Degree Knights.

2 PAGE 2 KNIGHTLIGHTER VOLUME 2009, ISSUE 12 GRAND KNIGHT S MESSAGE What a beautiful time of year, the weather is not too hot or too cold. This part of the country, in my opinion, is an ideal place to live. We still enjoy the Four Seasons and can look ahead with the odds being in our favor that we probably won t be shoveling snow this winter and won t be washing salt off the car anytime soon. That is if we stay in this area as the winter months go by. Being from Upstate New Year really lets you appreciate this area all the more. We have lived here for 14 years and haven t seen a winter yet. You folks from the North know exactly what I m talking about. 1-Fri. NEW YEAR S DAY 4-Mon. Bingo Council Hall 5-Tue. Council Business Meeting, 7PM Council Chambers 11-Mon. Bingo Council Hall 12-Tue. 1st Degree Exemplification Council Chambers The holidays are right around the corner. Family and friends will be visiting not to mention all the wonderful meals and celebrations we can expect in the next few months. The new year will be here before you know it with all our well intentioned resolutions that we plan on accomplishing in the upcoming year. I think that most of those resolutions are started right after that last big New Year s Dinner event so we don t miss out on any of those goodies that are offered to us and are so hard to say no to. For most of us it truly is a glorious time of year but, for some not very pleasant at all. Not everybody looks forward to the holidays. For some it means a real stressful time for a variety of reasons, which can range from time constraints to family differences to financial concerns. Whatever the reasons might be, a little bit of sensitivity awareness towards others during this time of year should be exercised. Treating others as you would like to be treated is the key here. Following this rule will keep you in the safe zone. We all, to a certain extent, plan ahead to keep this busy time of year in control or should seriously consider it. JANUARY HAPPENINGS 13-Wed. 7 p.m. 4th Degree Business Mtg. Council Chambers 18-Mon. Bingo (MLK-Birthday) Council Hall 19-Tue. 2nd Degree Ceremony, 8PM Council Chambers Mid year meeting Fayetteville FEBURARY HAPPENINGS Setting aside specific days for shopping, baking, visiting friends and other activities will insure a less stressful outcome and keep the pressures of the holidays at manageable levels. I feel that as Knights we already have a planning ability built into our being. The reason I say this is because of the very reason we became Knights in the first place. By following our principles and staying in communion with the church we are planning for our future. Not necessarily the one here on earth but a far more important one with our Creator. Brothers, from my home to yours, have a very Blessed and Glorious Christmas and may the Christ Child Bless You and Your Family with all the Joy and Happiness this New Year can hold. Brothers, keep a rosary in your pocket, a song in your heart and be of service to somebody. Rich Tomasik, GK 25-Mon. Bingo Council Hall 28-Thu. Council Officers Meeting, 7PM Council Chambers 31-Sun. Taste of Italy. 3-5 PM, Family Life Center by St. Paul School 1-Mon. Bingo Council Hall 2-Tue. Council Business Meeting, 7PM Council Chambers 8 -Mon. Bingo Council Hall 10-Wed. 7 p.m. 4 th Degree Business Mtg. Council Chambers 12-Fri. Lincoln s Birthday 13-Sat. Parish Madi Gras Dance, 6 to 11 PM, Family Life Center 14-Sun. Valentine s Day 15-Mon. Bingo (President s Day) Council Hall 16-Tue. Op LAMB Funds Distr. & Pot Luck Supper Council Hall 22-Mon. Bingo (Washington s Birthday) Council Hall 25-Thurs. Council Officers Meeting, 7PM Council Cham-

3 VOLUME 2009, ISSUE 12 Deputy Grand Knight s Perspective DANNY S CLOSET Danny Gennantonio has items that might be of use to others. The medical items are not always available as they might be on loan. Medical items now available are: Crutches, wheelchair, braces, canes, bath seat and portable toilet. In addition Danny has a tuxedo in A TASTE OF ITALY After the Holidays are over, we would like you to know there will be something to look forward to. St. Paul Catholic School is inviting the community to join them for a Taste of Italy. The Pasta Dinner will be held on Sunday, January 31, 2010 from 12 noon to 3 pm at St. Paul Family Life Center on 3005 Country Club Road. Tickets are only $6.00 per adult, $3.00 children 5 to 12, children KNIGHTLIGHTER Each year my wife Dorothy and I sit down and mail out Christmas Cards to family and close friends, especially those we don t see often. It gives us an opportunity to think about them and recall good times we spent together in the past. It also gives us a chance to say Hello and Merry Christmas and mean it. Even some of our Jewish friends send us Christmas Cards, many with religious pictures, and we in turn send them Happy Hanukah cards in respect for their beliefs. The real point is that these small gestures make a statement to others that we recognize the religious aspect of the season and we really don t care if we are not politically correct. We ll leave that to the politicians to deal with, as they have done so well with many other aspects of our lives. Lately I have been receiving a flood of s with one common theme, namely the way some folks are viewing Christmas and the true meaning of the Season. Add to that the idea that somehow it is not proper to use the word Christmas in schools, public buildings and even Manger Scenes are being discouraged or even outlawed in some places. To those who believe that this is the right course of action, I suggest that they examine their conscience and search their souls to come up with a better reason for celebrating the sizes 36 regular, 40 long and 50 regular. These would be for 4 th degree Sir Knights and are free of charge. If you have any items like tuxedos, tux shirts, any Regalia items (from the Color Corps) you would like to donate please call Danny. This is a great help for some Knights. For more information please call Danny at and under free, with a $ maximum price per family. Also they will have an exciting silent auction. Get a group of friends and neighbors together for a fun filled afternoon. Please come and support St. Paul Catholic School. For information or tickets please call the school at (252) or evenings call Kate LaPointe (252) Sandy holiday at all. I also believe that their rights end where my rights begin and as for me and my family, we will continue to celebrate Christmas and recognize that it is the Birth of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior that we are celebrating. The Knights of Columbus give us a chance to meet with and profess our faith openly with other Catholic gentlemen who believe as we do. For that I am eternally grateful and most proud to be a Knight. To the politically correct non-believers I would ask, Who will you turn to at the end of your life? I suggest that you pray to Jesus Christ, because He will never abandon you. Merry Christmas Brothers! Vivat Jesus! DGK Leo Minervini PAGE 3 KNIGHTS OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, Pray for Vocations, and Benediction on the first Friday of each month at St Paul Catholic Church at 6 PM. All Knights are welcome. The Prayer Book for all Knights and Parishioners who are sick or need prayers is in the Atrium and is placed on the Altar. SK Hugh McHugh "Can You Come Watch One Hour With Me?" The Olive Branch Your source for the finest Catholic books, videos, music & gift products available Located in the St. Paul Family Life Center Hours: Sunday 9:00 AM 1:00 PM Wednesday 9:00AM - 12PM

4 PAGE 4 KNIGHTLIGHTER VOLUME 2009, ISSUE 12 Notes from the Faithful Navigator I hope you all had a Blessed Thanksgiving and did not eat too much turkey and trimmings. We all know it is not about the food. It is about being with family and friends we care about. Since I was away, I have not heard about the turkey dinners we provided. I am sure they all went well as they usually do. It was so pleasing to see the turn out we had of our Color Corps along with our Faithful Friar, Msgr. Lewis and other Knights, for the retirement ceremony of Father Bill Lesak. Father Bill was the U. S. Navy Catholic Chaplain at Marine Air Station, Cherry Point. There were several other assemblies represented as well as our District Master Sir Knight Bob Grabasky. Also present was the Vice Supreme Master Sir Knight Bob Singer. It was truly an inspiring ceremony followed by a reception. The Honor Guard saluted, with swords, as Father Bill was piped ashore for the last time. It reminded me of when I was piped ashore 32 years ago. The following Sunday, Father Bill celebrated at Annunciation Church in Havelock, his first Mass as a civilian. Again we had a good representation of the Color Corps plus other Sir Knights. The reception that followed provided an opportunity to socialize with other Knights and their families. Father Bill is the North Carolina District Friar for the 4 th degree of the Knights of Columbus and has been a good friend of the Knights. I was also very pleased with the Color Corps and other Knights that turned out for the Veterans Day Mass on November 11 th. Thanks to Msgr. Lewis for also having this Mass as a tribute to our Veterans. Additional thanks to the St. Paul Catholic School Choir for the beautiful singing of patriotic songs. We hope the school children were impressed with the special Mass, the Color Corps and the Knights. As we look forward to the Celebration of the birth of our Lord, we must continue to support our Church and the less fortunate among us. We really have to realize that together we can accomplish great things. It is important to remember we are all Brother Knights, whether we are 1 st, 2 nd, 3 rd or 4 th degree Knights. Everyone needs to continue working to help our community grow and prosper. It is important to help insure the American Dream is still available to everyone, no matter what the race, ethnic origin or religious persuasion of the individual might be. I look forward to seeing everyone at the December 9 th meeting at 7 PM. Please attend and let your voice be heard. As always, if you are interested in learning more about the Color Corps, our Commander Donald Monk will be there at 6:30 PM. Again if you need a ride please call Sir Knight Denny Colbert Let me take this opportunity to wish everyone a Blessed Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year. God Bless, Sandy Stewart Faithful Navigator December Family of the Month - Claudia & David Rose Our Family of the Month for December is Claudia and David Rose. Claudia and David have lived in New Bern for 20 years. David moved here from Baltimore, Maryland in 1990 and Claudia moved here from Morristown, N. J. in They have been married for 17 years and have two boys, Christian and Owen. Christian was a graduate of St. Paul Catholic School and is currently attending West Craven High School. Owen attends St. Paul Catholic School. Claudia and David are very active parishioners. Claudia volunteers at St. Paul Catholic School on a regular basis. In addition, Claudia heads up the children s liturgy program at the 11 AM Mass on Sunday morning. Both help where and when needed at Church and school functions. David helps Claudia on Sunday at the 11AM Mass with the children s program. David became a 4 th Degree member of the Knights of Columbus in Oct He is an active member of the Knights of Columbus. He, along with his two boys, collected for Operation Lamb. Thank you Claudia and David for all that you do for the Church, School and the Knights of Columbus.

5 VOLUME 2009, ISSUE 12 KNIGHTLIGHTER KNIGHT of THE MONTH: Bill Camp Brother Bill Camp was chosen as the Knight of the Month for November He is happily married to Ginger, who is a member of the Catholic Daughters at St Paul. He has been a Knight for 47 years, most of the time in other Councils but he has been a part of Council 3303 for 4 years. He and Ginger have found a home in New Bern and love it here where they have been involved and shared themselves in many charitable activities. He is proud to participate in the 4 th degree yard sale, bingo on Monday nights and has been a store captain as well as a collector for Operation Lamb. Most recently he singlehandedly ran the program that collected over $1,900 for the Room at the Inn program primarily from fellow Knights in the Council. He is currently an officer in Council 3303 and is still looking for other areas to challenge him. Programs Director s Update This is the first of what will be a monthly update of all that we have done or will be doing in the months to come. As a Knights member, you already know that all of our programs are for the benefit of our community, church and school. I would like to thank everyone who has participated in all of our events which helped make them successful. As you know, we are always looking for volunteers to help with some of our events, from setting up tables to working in the kitchen etc. So I am proposing a two team set up consisting of 8 people each, and a leader for each team. The leader of each team will be responsible for scheduling, on a rotating basis, his team to an assigned function when needed. Please contact me if anyone is interested in forming the teams. We are having a NEW YEAR S EVE DINNER DANCE, at our hall. The HOLIDAY BASKETS PROGRAM Our Council and Assembly kicked off the Holiday season with another successful food drive to help feed the needy families of the New Bern area. This year Bill Zachman and Walt Sierocki headed up the committee to gather and deliver the food provided by our Council/Assemb;y members and local businesses. This year we provide Thanksgiving Baskets for 13 families which totaled around 70 people. Working with the Craven County School District, twelve of the baskets were distributed by the Brinson Memorial Elementary School. One additional basket was requested by the staff at St. Paul Catholic Church for a Walt and Bill with the donations. family in the Parish. We should be proud of the efforts of our Council and Assembly to help relieve some of the suffering and stress felt by members of our communities during these difficult times. PAGE 5 He recently indicated that he is interested in helping Walter Bock with the MERCI Clinic program and the Prescription Drug Program. If that is not enough he has his sights on assisting with meals on wheels and the S.T.A.F.F. house for pregnant women. He is a great example of the adage that if you have something that needs to be done, give it to a busy man. If you go to mass at 5:00 on Saturdays you can also find him singing in the choir and assisting as an usher. Thank you Bill for all you do! Vivat Jesus! Leo Minervini, DGK event will be from 6 PM till 12 AM. Doors will open at 6PM and dinner will be served at 6:45 PM. Your ticket price will include hors d oeuvres, a prime rib dinner, beer, wine and soda. Tickets will be available on the following dates after Mass on Saturday Dec 5, Sunday Dec 6, Saturday Dec 12, and Sunday Dec 13. Ticket prices are $23.00 single and $45.00 per couple. I hope everyone will attend. We will have a great time. Walk with God Patrick Rocco, Program Director Mardi Gras Planned The St. Paul Catholic Church Community invites you to join them for a dinner dance. The Mardi Gras event will be held from 6 to 11 pm on Saturday, February 13, 2010, in the Family Life Center. There will be a sit down catered dinner by Jack Webb plus hors d oeuvres all for $25. per person. The Southernaires, a 16-piece band will be playing Big Band sounds for your listening and dancing pleasure. Tickets sales at Church will start Jan.23/24. Get a group of your friends and reserve tables for a fun evening. For more information, please call Nancy Stewart (252)

6 VOLUME 2009, ISSUE 12 KNIGHTLIGHTER From the Field Agent: Success Linked to Ethics A poll of Americans and high-level business leaders proved what Knights of Columbus insurance agents have known for generations: religious beliefs and values should be an integral guide to business decision making. Those surveyed also revealed they believe personal and corporate gain drives executives decisions. Overall, they believe, as do the majority of the executives polled, that the moral compass of corporate America points in the wrong direction. Only 19 percent of Americans would award corporate America a grade of A or B for its honesty and ethical conduct. Forty percent of these respondents had the banking and financial industry in mind when answering. The positive side is that 75 percent of Americans surveyed believe that it is possible to be successful and ethical in business. They also believe that high ethical standards strengthen a company s advantage over its competitors, in both the short- and longterm. Additionally, more than 90 percent of people strongly consider a company s reputation for honesty and ethical conduct when considering whether or not to invest with them. COUNCIL 3303 WINS SUPREME AWARD At the December Monthly Business Meeting, Past State Deputy John Gouldie presented Council 3303 the K of C with the Supreme s Star Council Award for the fraternal year from Supreme Grand Knight Carl Anderson. This is the highest honor that the Order s Supreme Council in New Haven, CT. bestows on a Council. The accolade officially recognizes that the Council met or exceeded all of its activity and service goals set by Supreme. Specifically, this means Council 3303 met or exceeded requirements in new membership quotas, insurance, and activity planning and implementation in each of the Council s five Service Programs: Church, Council, Membership, Youth and Community. This prestigious recognition is difficult to attain. In the sixty year history of our Council we have garnered this honor only a handful of times. The award was presented to last year s Grand Knight Mikie Casem who accepted it on behalf of the entire membership. PAGE 6 Nearly two-thirds of those polled believe corporate leaders should rely on their religious values for guidance in the business arena. In this tough economic climate, it s of paramount importance that all Knights are reminded of the moral, ethical commitment of the Order to serve its members and their families. Earning just a passing grade is not acceptable to me or the other professional insurance agents of the Knights of Columbus. SK John La Pointe K of C Supplies 3rd & 4th Degree Decals, Emblems & Jewelry Andy Yandura K of C Insurance Life Insurance Top Rated Annuities Tax Deferred Security Long Term Care Flexible, care choices Protection for Generations John La Pointe, Field Agent Call for an Appointment Office Cell john.lapointe@kofc.org Bingo at K of C $2,500 In Prizes Past State Deputy John Gouldie presented Council 3303 the K of C Supreme s Star Council Award Every Monday Night in Our Air Conditioned & Smoke FREE Hall 1125 Pine Tree Drive, New Bern Doors open 6:00 3 $500 Prize Games Come and Bring a Friend 1822 S. Glenburnie Rd. New Bern, NC M F 8:30 am 6 pm Sat. 8:30 am 3 pm Sun. Closed store2445@theupsstore.com UPS Shipping Packaging Services Fax Services Copying, Finishing & Printing Services Freight Services Notary Services Mailbox Services The UPS Store

7 V O L U ME , I S S U E 1 2 KNIGHTLIGHTER PAGE 7 Father Lesak Retires On November 2, 2009 their supportcaptain William P. Lesak some eighteen retired from active duty Knights in Rewith the Marines after galia, and many over 27 years of active other Knights and reserve duty. Father from all De Bill was ordained in grees, and their 1975 as a Roman CathoLadies atlic priest of the Archdiotended his re- 4th Degree Knights with Father Lesak First row SK cese of Newark. He was tirement cerevince Fragnito, SK Claude Lalonde, Father Bill commissioned in Sepmony. Eleven Lesak and SK Sandy Stewart Back row: SK Clark tember 1982 and after of the members French and SK Jim Whetzel Father Lesak on the parade completing the Basic of our Color field at Cherry Point with a Course at the Naval contingent of the Marines he Corps attended the Chaplains School, in ceremony. served. Newport R.I. he returned Father Bill celebrated the 11:30 Mass to his parish duties as a Reserve Chaplain. In October 1986 he entered on November 2, 2009 at Annunciation, in Havelock, followed with a reception. active duty. After serving all over the world he ended up at Cherry Point in Farther Bill will remain in the area and October continue to serve the Marines as a Father Lesak has been a friend to the Knights of Columbus and the Catholic Daughters of the Americas. To show Contract Chaplin and our fellow Knights as the Faithful Friar of Assembly We would like to take this Father Lesak celebrates Mass with Deacon Wally Calabrese and Pastor of Annunciation, Father Gregory opportunity to thank Father Bill for his many years of dedicated service to our service men and women, and for his continued support of the Knights of Columbus in our area. Father Lesak s Knights of Columbus Honor Guard A FEW NOTES FROM THE EDITOR You will notice more changes in this month s edition of The Knightlighter. We have added a picture of Msgr. Jones to the front page. You will also notice that the ads are now scattered throughout. With no ads coming in we need the flexibility to add and remove pages as needed. where credit is due and to say thank you. To help accomplish this I am asking that the person in charge of these events and projects do the following. This is just a guide line, but, it will help to get the information correct. date and place occurred, purpose of the event, number of people attending, and the names of the Knights that assisted or helped in the event. This information will help me to write the article for you. I do not mind doing this. Working together we can recognize the Take photos of the event and the efforts and service of all of those inknights involved. Make sure that there volved. Our Council and Assembly do so many is a list of names to go with each photo good things for our Families, our so that everyone can be identified by I would like to take this opportunity to Church, our School and our communi- name. Do a write-up about the event. wish you and yours a most Blessed ties. Many of you volunteer many If you feel that you are not a good Christmas and a Happy and Prosperhours for these projects and events. wordsmith then provide the following ous New Year. We would like to give everyone credit information: Event or project name, Mike Haynes, Editor

8 THE KNIGHTLIGHTER K OF C Msgr. James R. Jones, COUNCIL 3303 POST OFFICE BOX NEW BERN, NC Address Service Requested Charity - Unity - Fraternity - Patriotism Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage PAID Permit No. 74 New Bern, NC We are on the Chaplain Grand Knight Deputy Grand Knight Chancellor Recorder Financial Secretary Treasurer Advocate Lector Warden Inside Guard Outside Guard Trustee (1 Yr.) Trustee (2 Yr.) Trustee (3 Yr.) Faithful Friar Faithful Navigator Faithful Captain Faithful Pilot Faithful Comptroller Faithful Scribe Faithful Purser Inner-Sentinel Outer-Sentinel Officers and Program Chairmen of Msgr. James R. Jones, Council 3303 Msgr. Gerald Lewis Richard Tomasik Leo Minervini Ned Clement John Scharf Robert Sisco Michael Vincler Clark French Bill Camp Claude Kit Lalonde John La Pointe James Bottcher C.J. Brooker Thomas Hartman Mikie Casem Program Director Church Council Community Family Youth Membership Bingo Pro-Life Operation Lamb Knightlighter House Golf Operation Exodus Columbus Club Bowling Special Olympics Patrick Rocco William Campbell Bill Zachmann Lawrence Feldhaus Jim Whetzel Jeff Ross John Audilet Doug Uhland Bart Spano Leo Minervini Michael Haynes Jim Whetzel Robert Natella Vacant James Whetzel Don Monk John Scharf Officers of Father Kenneth I. Parker Assembly 1820 Msgr. Gerald Lewis SK Joseph Sandy Stewart SK James Whetzel SK Rich Tomasik SK Sidney (Jack) Webb SK Robert Sisco SK Jerry Tetreault SK Kevin Blust SK Jerry Boyle Faithful Admiral Trustee 3 Year Trustee 2 Year Trustee 1 Year SK I. G, Budd Rancatore SK Donald Monk SK Clarke French SK Robert Chick Natella THE KNIGHTLIGHTER THE KNIGHTLIGHTER is published monthly by Council 3303 Knights of Columbus, New Bern, NC. Advertising orders deadline is 2 months preceding. Editorial deadline is the 25th of the month preceding. Editor: Michael Haynes michay@suddenlink.net Circulation: Bob Andre Father Kenneth I. Parker Assembly For information on the 4th degree contact: Faithful Navigator SK Joseph Sandy Stewart

9 2009 ANNUAL SURVEY OF FRATERNAL ACTIVITY INDIVIDUAL MEMBER WORKSHEET Last year, the Knights of Columbus donated more than $130 million to charitable and benevolent causes and 61.1 million hours of volunteer community service to aid the less fortunate. To help prepare our Fraternal Survey for the Supreme Council office, please complete the information requested below and return it at our next meeting. This information will assist us in determining the total number of hours of community service volunteered by our members during NAME : Estimated Number of visits you made during 2009 to: Sick Caring for the sick Nursing homes Hospitals Visits of condolence Number of times you served as a blood donor during 2009: Estimated hours of community volunteer service during 2009: Church Activities Service in all Church related activities Community Activities Service in all community related activities Youth Activities Service in all youth related activities Habitat for Humanity Service in all related projects Miscellaneous Activities Service in areas not outlined above Number of hours of fraternal service during 2009: Sick/disabled members and their families Household chores Transportation Tutoring Counseling Other