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I l l i n o i s S t a t e C o u n c i l Volume 2 Issue 3 July, 2010 CALENDAR OF EVENTS July 9-11, 2010 District Deputy Meeting Chateau-Bloomington January, 2011 District Deputy Meeting April, 2011

com 630-393-1891 Deadline for next Publication is September 1, 2010 Website: www.illinoisknights.

Warrenville COMMUNITY Ladies Auxiliary of Council #1098 Granite City KC COUNCIL/LADIES AUXILIARY JOINT FUNCTION Ladies Auxiliary of the K of C #6710 Warrenville CHARITY/FUNDRAISER Ladies Auxiliary of

Collectively these judges deliberated on the entries for 8 hours.

#6710 Warrenville AAA-100 + MEMBERS 1ST PLACE Ladies Auxiliary of Council #1098 Granite City MEET & GREET LADIES SESSION State Deputy s wife, Pat Bednar opened with remarks about the Ladies Auxiliary

1 I l l i n o i s S t a t e C o u n c i l Volume 2 Issue 3 July, 2010 CALENDAR OF EVENTS July 9-11, 2010 District Deputy Meeting Chateau-Bloomington January, 2011 District Deputy Meeting April, 2011 Knights of Columbus State Convention, Crown Plaza, Springfield Sandy Decker Editor 3 South 585 Haylett Ave. Warrenville, Il mabear1234@aol.com Deadline for next Publication is September 1, 2010 Website: KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS STATE CONVENTION AWARDS STATE OUTSTANDING Holy Ghost #4977 Palatine STATE LADY OF THE YEAR Darlene Rehkemper Highland #1580 CHURCH Ladies Auxiliary of the K of C #6710. Warrenville COMMUNITY Ladies Auxiliary of Council #1098 Granite City KC COUNCIL/LADIES AUXILIARY JOINT FUNCTION Ladies Auxiliary of the K of C #6710 Warrenville CHARITY/FUNDRAISER Ladies Auxiliary of the K of C #6710 Warrenville The judges were: Sister of St. Francis, 2 seniors, City Clerk, and a Special Ed assistant. I chose to not be on the judging committee. Collectively these judges deliberated on the entries for 8 hours. SCRAPBOOK A 1-50 members 1ST PLACE Holy Ghost #4977 Palatine 2ND PLACE-Springfield #4179 Springfield 3RD PLACE-Mater Christi #14284 Chicago AA members 1ST PLACE-Ladies Auxiliary of the K of C #6710 Warrenville AAA MEMBERS 1ST PLACE Ladies Auxiliary of Council #1098 Granite City MEET & GREET LADIES SESSION State Deputy s wife, Pat Bednar opened with remarks about the Ladies Auxiliary being the backbone of what the men do. The KC s appreciate our help. This is Sandy s first year as the Ladies Auxiliary Chairlady and she has done a really great job. Thank you for all you have done. Sandy Decker, Chairlady opened with a prayer and Pledge of Allegiance. She then recognized the presidents in attendance. Sandy talked about the map project that Cathy Berkos created for our Meet & Greet session. Each pin represented the location of a Ladies Auxiliary in the state. There were many flags in the Cook County area, and some appeared to be swimming in the lake. On behalf of the Illinois State Council Sandy congratulated Romayne Badyniak of her being the Ladies Auxiliary Chairperson for the past 6 years. Pat and Sandy presented Romayne with flowers and a personal gift. Romayne wished Sandy good luck in the upcoming year. Romayne said she really enjoyed her 6 years of service. The awards were presented next.

VOLUME 2 ISSUE 3 PAGE 2 PUBLIC RELATIONS- Tri-Cities #1098 Granite City HONORABLE MENTION Cleo Schnefke Tri-Cities Council #1098-Granite City Patricia Kippes-Mary s Millenium #12801-Streanwood Cathy

Michael McGivney #8002, Winfield CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL WINNERS FOR 2010! Sandy remarked that there are 73 auxiliaries and a possible 22 proposed for the upcoming year.

2 VOLUME 2 ISSUE 3 PAGE 2 PUBLIC RELATIONS- Tri-Cities #1098 Granite City HONORABLE MENTION Cleo Schnefke Tri-Cities Council #1098-Granite City Patricia Kippes-Mary s Millenium #12801-Streanwood Cathy Berkos-LA of the K of C #6710. Warrenville Penny Klama, President St. Ansgar, #14435, Hanover Park Stella Howard, President -Fr. Michael McGivney #8002, Winfield CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL WINNERS FOR 2010! Sandy remarked that there are 73 auxiliaries and a possible 22 proposed for the upcoming year. Thank you to all who attended our Meet & Greet session. Notes submitted by Nancy Stock, Past President #5918 Robert P. Connelly INTRODUCTORY OFFER! LADIES AUXILARY PATCHES These patches are 3 inches round with the State logo similar to the ladies auxiliary pin. We have only 21 patches left so please call me soon. THIS MAY BE ONLY A ONE TIME OFFER. Scrapbook judging criteria: 1. List number of members on inside cover 2. Mission of your auxiliary 3. City, Diocese, and District 4. 1 year book (May 1, 2009-April 154, Content (neatness), creative, Pictures KC & LA joint functions THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING LADIES DONATED HOMEMADE OR PUR- CHASED DOOR PRIZES: Michele Orzeck, Pat Bednar (State Deputy s wife), Juli Tragasz (Holy Ghost), Barbara Gunderson, Patti Kaltinger (#12801), and Sandy Decker VOLUNTEERS: Pat Bednar (St. Deputy s wife), Alice Barone (Immediate Past State Deputy s wife),linda Spada (State Secretary s wife), Diane Kinyon, (State Treasurer s wife), Barbara Schmidt (Program Director s wife), Carolyn Werner (Family Life Activities Chairman wife), Laurie Mann (State Membership Chairman s wife), Nancy Stock (Joliet Chapter President s wife), Cathy Berkos (#6710), Penny Klama, (President #14435), and Stella Howard (President #8002) Sorry if I have forgotten anyone s name. Sandy Decker #658 ROCK ISLAND We presented Gift cards to our three Priests since it s the Year of the Priests for them to go out to dinner at one of our fine restaurants. Our Christmas party that was held at our parish hall this year was a big success. We had 53 members present. Our Mother Daughter Banquet was held May 20th at O Melia s Supper Club and was a great success. There were 84 members and guests present. Kim s School of Dance presented an entertaining program and door prizes were brought by members, and there was a drawing for these gifts. The Nominating Committee announced the officers for the coming year, and Marge Sailer thanked this year s officers and committees for their help and support during her tenure as President of the Auxiliary. A special award (Lady of the Month) will be presented to Barb Lawrence at our picnic for bringing in the most members in one year. Other awards given this year were to Irene Dugan and Joan Guise, for sharing their talents and making decorations for our Christmas and Mother Daughter Banquets. Also, an award was given to Nancy Luckenbill for an excellent job as treasurer during her two year term. Our Auxiliary has worked very well together and we are proud of all of our achievements this year. We plan to work together next year, and make it another successful one. Marge Sailer, President

PAGE 3 VOLUME 2 ISSUE 3 #1704 NEWTON Congratulations to President Debra Matson on forming an auxiliary in one evening. The installation will be in June.

3 PAGE 3 VOLUME 2 ISSUE 3 #1704 NEWTON Congratulations to President Debra Matson on forming an auxiliary in one evening. The installation will be in June. #2191 BATAVIA LADIES OF THE KNIGHT Thank you to all the ladies for helping with the Easter Egg Hunt and Potluck Dinner. It was exhausting, but the 20 + children had a wonderful time hunting for their eggs and using their creative talents toward their take-home Easter crafts. All in all it was a huge success-plus the variety of dishes for the potluck were outstanding and delicious. What a feast! We can t take a break yet, however. the first Friday and Saturday in May will be the Citywide Garage Sale in Batavia. The Knights will be providing tax receipts for your donations, so please keep track of items you would like to include on these forms. All unsold items will be given to the Barn Sale for St. Peter s or another local charity. Please contact me if you have any consignment items-over $50 in value-to discuss options. If you have any larger pieces of furniture or items over 50 lbs., we will be setting up a pick-up or drop off date within a week of the sale. Check the website for Ladies of the Knight for future volunteers to assist our Knight of Columbus. Patti Neri, Coordinator #5918 ROBERT P. CONNELLY LISLE/WOODRIDGE The Ladies Auxiliary held a fundraiser on April 19, 2010 at Giovans Restaurant in Crest Hill, IL. Giovans donated one of his party rooms so that the ladies could host an event called Ladies Night Out. The event consisted of 19 vendors that came out and sold their merchandise with a percent of their profits donated back to the Auxiliary. Admission to the event was $5 and with that you received a $5 coupon for Giovans. It was a win win! Some of the 19 vendors were: Shaklee, Tastefully Simple, Pampered Chef, Miche bags, Partylite, Avon, and several others. Flyers were posted locally besides advertising in our church bulletins. The Ladies Auxiliary earned $600 from this fundraiser and everyone had a great time. Nancy Stock, Past President #6710 OF THE K OF C WARRENVILLE CHARLIE Thank you so much for all you have done for us. A huge thank you from our family for your generous donations for our son Charlie who is waiting for a kidney transplant. Your generosity and thoughtfulness mean so much to us in this difficult time. We can t thank you enough for all you have done. The Fahrenwald Family #7804 GODFREY The Godfrey K of C Auxiliary was started in 1988 by Edna Sommars and Mary Kaizer. We continue to meet on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. We have 28 members was a very active year. Our activities centered on support for our parish, St. Ambrose, and our Council. For the parish, we conducted donut Sundays, sold pies at the parish Fall Apple Fest, and held a Christmas party for special kids. For the Council, we continue to clean roadways that surround the K of C Club building, and our annual Easter Egg Hunt is a fun day for the members families. We start our fundraising activities for the year with our braided bread and cookie dough sales campaign. Next, we join the Council in their Lenten Fish Fries by selling desserts. We continued our charitable support activities with donations to the parish St. Vincent DePaul Society, the Diocese Priest Sunday, a gift basket to the parish Apple Fest, support of the parish Easter Egg Hunt, the parish Christmas Giving tree, financial aid to a Seminarian, and a donation to our priest, Fr. Steve for his Silver Jubilee. In support of the community, donations were made to the local Crisis Food Center, Junior Achievement, and we continued our support of a family in the Philippines through CFCA. Joan Gulotta, President

PAGE 4 V O LU M E 2 I S S U E 3 #8002 WINFIELD FR. MICHAEL J. MCGIVNEY During May, the Ladies Auxiliary of Fr.

Together the volunteers made 12 quilt tops over 9 hours. The Knights of Columbus Fr.

Various groups have donated a combined total of $850, that will be used to buy supplies that will allow volunteer quilters to finish those 12 quilt tops and make them into Quilts of Valor for Chicago

Irene s Council # 6710 in Warrrenville, and the Wheaton Veterans of Foreign Wars have all generously donated funds to help QOVF continue to give local wounded vets a quilt of their own.

In Afghanistan, we ve lost over 1000, with far too many wounded in both regions. Quilts of Valor Foundation, has given 26, 125 quilts to wounded members of the US Military.

The goal is not a charitable offering, it is a quilt made to honor our War Wounded. These quilts are a beautifully-made wartime quilt...a tangible way to say thank you for your bravery and sacrifice.

All over this country and even other parts of the world quilters make quilt tops (the face of the quilt).

Because Quilts of Valor is about saying thank you for giving your best, we work to give our best, the finest soft all cotton fabrics are selected and made into quilt tops.

4 PAGE 4 V O LU M E 2 I S S U E 3 #8002 WINFIELD FR. MICHAEL J. MCGIVNEY During May, the Ladies Auxiliary of Fr. McGivney #8002 invited people from all over the Chicago-land to help make quilt tops for wounded veterans at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Winfield. Together the volunteers made 12 quilt tops over 9 hours. The Knights of Columbus Fr. McGivney Council provided beverages, excellent support and electric generators that proved important as irons have a huge electrical draw. Various groups have donated a combined total of $850, that will be used to buy supplies that will allow volunteer quilters to finish those 12 quilt tops and make them into Quilts of Valor for Chicago area wounded vets. Those donors include Romeo Blanchette Assembly, the Knights of Columbus at St. Petronille in Glen Ellyn, and at St. John the Baptist in Winfield, the Ladies Auxiliary of St. Irene s Council # 6710 in Warrrenville, and the Wheaton Veterans of Foreign Wars have all generously donated funds to help QOVF continue to give local wounded vets a quilt of their own. Since this war began, many of America Sons and Daughter s have put themselves in harm s way. In Iraq, we ve lost 4, 380 service members. In Afghanistan, we ve lost over 1000, with far too many wounded in both regions. Quilts of Valor Foundation, has given 26, 125 quilts to wounded members of the US Military. QOVF is a grass-roots organization of quilters who support the men and women of the armed forces by making war-time quilts for the wounded veterans. The goal is not a charitable offering, it is a quilt made to honor our War Wounded. These quilts are a beautifully-made wartime quilt...a tangible way to say thank you for your bravery and sacrifice. Some call it a Granny Purple Heart. In short, a quilt of Valor is a wartime quilt made by wartime quilters in support of our brave young men and women who protect our country and freedom. All over this country and even other parts of the world quilters make quilt tops (the face of the quilt). Every step of making a quilt is meticulous and just like when chefs prepare a beloved recipe, quilters strive to use the finest ingredients possible. Because Quilts of Valor is about saying thank you for giving your best, we work to give our best, the finest soft all cotton fabrics are selected and made into quilt tops. Various volunteer quilters with longarm sewing machines draw designs into the quilt with the thread. To do this, the quilters need good thread, batting (the fluff in the middle that insulates the quilt), and a highquality backing fabric to make the quilt sandwich. Because we don t want scratchy fabric against the wounds of our brave veterans, this gets costly. Next, volunteers attach a binding to the quilt (a finished edge to the quilt is very important, it keeps it from wearing out and gives a nice appearance), then attach a label that says the names of all people who contributed or the name of their organization. There are two more steps, someone makes a pillow case to contain the quilt, allowing for a nice presentation. These quilts go to the wounded and those affected by the hardship of wars, particularly those suffering from post traumatic stress disorder. Within a week after the horrible shooting at Fort Hood in Texas, quilters all over the country sent enough quilts to present to all those directly impacted by the heinous attack. On the local front, Great Lakes Naval Air Station offers a program to help the wounded service members adapt to their new lives. On a quarterly basis these brave men and women are brought to the base and all their training culminates in a banquet where they are presented with their Quilt of Valor. It is a very emotional moment for these vets, they are astonished that strangers cared enough to make something just for them. They absolutely love them. This June, Great Lakes needs 90 quilts for this ceremony. There are quilters all over the area working to fill this need. By hosting the sew-in at St. John s this past May, the Ladies Auxiliary helped to meet and exceed the need. Donna Kelley, Chancellor

5 PAGE 5 V O LU M E 2 I S S U E 3 #13123 ROCKFORD HOLY FAMILY K OF C #14284 MATER CHRISTI CHICAGO As I sit here today I am thinking of PRESIDENTS! how much we have donated of our Our Auxiliary was formed in 2005, time, caring and love we have given Do you know what the State Ladies with 8 members. We now number in the programs. It makes me believe Auxiliary Motto is? between members, and meet we are truly brothers and sisters. We on the 1st Tuesday of the month at LET S GROW AS A TEAM gave of ourselves but we have also Holy Family Church in Rockford. received. We have a get-together at our fall We have grown spiritually by particiwhat is the State Knights of Colummeeting to welcome old and new pating in the Family Christmas dinbus Motto this year? members. Members look forward to ners, joining in prayers at the Mass a Christmas social and white ele WHAT WORKS TEAM WORK for Pro-Life and our Processions after phant exchange. We, also have other Mass. We have had Lenten retreats social events, to which the Knights and we have also attended Holy Hour are invited. A Snowflake party is at the Women s Center and come held in January, where everyone home feeling the Holy Spirit in our brings a dish, and a good time is had LADIES AUXILIARIES UPDATE hearts. by all. In February we have a ValenWe did our patriotic duty by selling tine dinner at a local Italian restau- As of April, 2010 State KC Convention poppies in May for the Vets. We, also we have 73 active auxiliaries in the rant which is always enjoyable. sent care packages at Christmas, We State of Illinois and hopefully more Our Auxiliary contributes to, and provided forms and envelopes for all helps with, various causes. We help this year. new voters or for a change of address. plan the annual May Crowning, and We were glad we did something for members help out at the monthly our Vets and helped people remembaptisms at the church. Our group If I mailed a formation trifold ber to vote. also helps at parish events, such as to you as Grand Knight, DisWe provided Christmas cheer at Centhe Parish Picnic, and the Knights trict Deputy, Financial Secre- tral Nursing Home, the same nursing Pancake Breakfasts, held throughhome we provide an ice cream social tary or a lady interested in out the year. We contribute each in the summer. It made us happy starting an auxiliary, please month to various causes, as well as contact me and give me an up- when we saw a smile from a resident. to Holy Family Church, where we We gathered donations for a women s date on how it s going. are based. Our main fundraiser of center. We were happy to help a the year is a 1 day garage sale, for mother with her care for her child. which members and parishioners Our Candy Sales provide donations mabear1234@aol.com donate items. The money raised is for our Seminarians and the new Fr. used for various needs of the parish. Subject: Ladies Auxiliary McGivney Center of Hope and HealSome of our past donations have ing. These young men might be bapgone toward new vestments for the tizing one of our children or grandpriests, repair of the altar kneelers, Sandy Decker children some day. Maybe we ve State Ladies Chairlady and a new church sign. known someone who will need the The purpose of our Auxiliary is McGivney Center of Hope and Healfriendship, assistance to the ing. We worked very hard with two Knights, the church and the commurummage sales for funds for the nity. We are pleased to work along Council. side the Knights in their many prowe ve worked with our parishes by jects, as well as those we host on our running a Blood Drive, and working own. at the carnival and running Bingo. Malia Hennessy, President

6 PAGE 6 V O LU M E 2 I S S U E 3 For all these happy experiences in my life I would like to thank my officers and all members. We have enriched each other by working on acts of mercy and giving people hope in their hour of need. At our membership drive we had 10 new members join our auxiliary. With the blessing from God we will continue our charitable acts of mercy with our ladies this next year. The Ladies Auxiliary of Mater Christi Council took 3rd place in the competition for best scrapbook at the State Convention. Special recognition to Trine Herrera, Auxiliary Historian who worked very hard to compile the scrapbook. This prize is the first award granted by the State Council to the Ladies Auxiliary of Mater Christi Council. Well Done, Ladies! Carmen Rizzo, President #14435 ST. ANSGAR K OF C HANOVER PARK dles and fancy teapots. An array of gourmet teas were provided by one of the members as well as sweets. A few of our guests expressed an interest in joining our auxiliary. Each attendee left with a goodie favor, and new friends. A follow up note was sent to each of the guests thanking them for coming with an invitation for them to join our Auxiliary. A wine tasting booth sponsored by the L.A. is in the discussion stage for inclusion in the parish picnic in August. Penny Klama, President KNIGHTS & TRIVIA April Answers 1. Meet & Greet Ladies Hospitality & Special Awards 2. Fr. Michael J. McGivney Peoria 5. No 6. Sue, receptionist 7. No Do you like the Knights and Ladies Auxiliary Trivia? Send me an under subject: Trivia mabear1234@aol.com COMMITTEES KNIGHTS/ TRIVIA Church Membership The St. Ansgar K of C Ladies Auxiliary has been busy with the followcharity/fundraising ing events: Friday, March 19th the L A hosted a Sick & Welfare Balloon Pop for prizes in conjunction with the Knights of Columbus Fish Fry. It was a success. All items Public Relations were donated. There was a charge for each balloon and every balloon By Laws was sold and every balloon had a prize. We made a profit of about $150. Nominating Some of the prizes were: gift certificate for Market Day, Scrip gift card, Refreshments food items for the fish fry and food items for the parish picnic. We also hosted a getting to know our These are suggested committees that Auxiliary High Tea and memberyou might consider if your membership drive at our parish on April 24th. Several guests attended and ship is a fair size. we were asked if we were going to do another tea. The tables were decorated with mirrors laden with can- 1. What is the Supreme Knights of Columbus Convention? 2. When is the Supreme Knights of Columbus Convention? 3. Who is the new Illinois State Chaplain? 4. Where is the Supreme Convention being held? 5. How often is this Auxiliary newsletter published? 6. Who would you send your next newsletter article to? 7. Where is the Supreme Knights of Columbus home office located? 8. Can you let us know what outstanding event your auxiliary has accomplished? Answers will be published in the October issue of this newsletter.

PAGE 7 V O LU M E 2 I S S U E 3 MEMORIAL SERVICE IF TOMORROW STARTS WITHOUT ME If tomorrow starts without me, And I m not there to see, If the sun should rise and find your eyes all filled with tears

7 PAGE 7 V O LU M E 2 I S S U E 3 MEMORIAL SERVICE IF TOMORROW STARTS WITHOUT ME If tomorrow starts without me, And I m not there to see, If the sun should rise and find your eyes all filled with tears for me: I wish so much you wouldn t cry the way you did today, While thinking of the many things, We didn t get to say. I know how much you love me, As much as I love you, And each time that you think of me, I know you ll miss me too; But Beet Salad 1 can beets, grated 1 20 oz. crushed pineapple, drained 1-6ox. package raspberry jello 1/2 cup sugar 2 cups water 1/3 cup vinegar Combine grated beets and crushed pineapple. Dissolve jello and sugar with the liquids and boil together (a few minutes). Mix the beets and pineapple with the jello liquid and pour into dish. Let set overnight in refrigerator. when tomorrow starts without me, Please try to understand, that an angel came and called my name, And took me by the hand, And said my place was ready, in heaven far above, And that I d have to leave behind all those I Recipe by Sandy Decker dearly love. But as I turned to walk away, A tear fell from my eye, For all my life, I d always thought, I didn t want to die. I thought of all the yesterdays, The good ones and the bad, I thought of all that we shared, And all the fun we had. If I could relive yesterday, Just even for a while, I d say good-bye and kiss you and maybe see you smile. But when I walked through heaven s gates, I felt so much at home. When God looked down and smiled at me, From His great golden throne, He said, This is eternity, And all I ve promised you, Today your life on earth is past, but here life starts anew. I promise no tomorrow, But today will always last, and since each day is the same, There s no longing for the past. So when tomorrow starts without me, don t think we re far apart, For every Broccoli Salad 3 to 4 lbs. fresh, raw broccoli (broccoli slaw/ produce dept) 1 lb. fried bacon, crumbled 1 cup raisins 1 medium red onion, sliced (optional) 1 cup sunflower seeds Dressing: 1/2 cup sugar 1 cup mayonnaise 2 tbs. wine vinegar Mix dressing: sugar, mayonnaise, and vinegar in a jar. Mix together broccoli, bacon, raisins, onion and sunflower seeds. Toss with dressing. Make a day or two before and keep refrigerated. time you think of me, I m right here, in your heart. Unknown Author Stella Howard, President #8002 June Meeting Recipe by Sandy Decker

WHAT WORKS TEAM WORK LET S GROW AS A TEAM!

These certificates are to be presented by

It is your choice of a special lady that

8 WHAT WORKS TEAM WORK LET S GROW AS A TEAM! MEET & GREET SESSION STATE KC CONVENTION ATTENTION: AUXILIARY PRESIDENTS Did you know that the auxiliary now has Lady of the Month and Lady of the Year certificates? These certificates are to be presented by you at an auxiliary meeting. It is your choice of a special lady that is deserving of this honor. Get onboard and join your other presidents that have started this program The certificates are free. Membership cards are free. Auxiliary pins are $2 each. Contact me or the State office for either item. Illinois State Council IllinoisKC@Illinoisknights.org WANTED! Please send articles on what you re auxiliary is doing. It needs only to be 1 or 2 paragraphs. Check the front page for the deadline on articles. Sandy Decker 3 So. 585 Haylett Ave. Warrenville, Il mabear1234@aol.com PRESIDENTS Picture collage above are from the Meet & Greet Ladies Hospitality & Special Awards session at the State Knights of Columbus State Convention held in Peoria in April of Please distribute copies to your members. Thank you, Sandy

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