Father Maguire Council #3851

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1 THE DEGREE Father Maguire Council #3851 Covina/West Covina, CA Division #5 MAY 2017 District #101 IN THIS ISSUE Grand Knight s Letter K of C Insurance Report PKG Roster Election Notice Program Director s Report State Convention Dates Ladies of Columbus Birthdays & Anniversaries Ladies Fiesta Bunco Memorial Day Picnic Boy Scouts Troop Continuing Events Pray for Our Sick & Deceased Officers Directory May Calendar My Brothers and Sisters in Christ, This Columbine year has flown by, we have done a lot of things to stay busy First I want to thank some brothers and one brother in training, for giving up there Easter morning and helping with the parking cars. Thanks to Larry Deitz Harvey Simpson Joe Serrano and Danny Caterno they helped at Sacred Heart, along with Me. At St Chris I had Andy Ruiz, Eddie Van Olphen along with his two sons Jacob and Logan. Also had Tom Masterson and Roger Villalva. Thanks My Brothers. This month we have the State Convention in San Diego, hopefully we win some awards... but my year was all about getting our house back on track. I feel we have done that... lastly I just want to say Thanks for making this year memorable. Vivat Jesus Jim Hathaway WGK

2 2 THE DEGREE PAST GRAND KNIGHTS Louis A. Baca Tedemory Dr. Whittier, CA Phone: louisabacakofc.org Cell: It s an important question to ask. As you consider all the options for your family s life insurance and financial services, you might wonder if any of them are actually unique. After all, every life insurance company sells life insurance. But the Knights of Columbus is, in fact, unlike any other company. We do things differently because both our faith and our members demand it. We call it the Catholic difference. Here are a few of the things that make us unique: We invest morally. The Knights of Columbus screens all of its investments according to guidelines published by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. We will not invest in companies that deal in abortions, pornography, embryonic stem cell research, human cloning and related endeavors. We support the Church. Last fraternal year, the Knights of Columbus Supreme Council and local councils together donated $48 million to the Church. The Order gives generously through various programs such as the Refund Support Vocations Program (RSVP), which, in partnership with our councils, has provided more than $67 million in scholarships to more than 110,000 men and women pursuing religious vocations since The Knights also helped to restore the facade of St. Peter s Basilica in 1999 for the Millennial Jubilee and purchased satellite equipment that has since broadcasted the recent popes messages to the world. The Order s aid to the Vatican and the pope is ongoing, with an annual donation from the proceeds of the Vicarius Christi fund given to the Holy Father for his personal charities. We put our Catholic families first. We are not a commercial company. We have no stockholders. We answer only to our members. We return a share of our profits through dividends to our participating policyholders, and we donate generously. We have given more than $1.55 billion to charity in the last decade. Most of these funds are generated by proceeds from our insurance business. The proceeds have gone to Continued on Page 3 MICHAEL BURTON * MANUEL JARAMILLO HENRY RYNICKI * LOUIS PEÑA ALAN FITZGERALD * ROBERT NELSON H. MIKE JENKINS * LARRY DIETZ HANK GENDRON * TOM MASTERSON JOSEPH VISOSKY * OSCAR SUQUETT A. BOGIE BROUCKAERT * GENE HAYS JR., WILLIAM WEIDERHOLT * JOSEPH WALSH* JEAN POULIN JAMES HOULIHAN * WILLIAM WITZLSTEINER * E. R. ERNIE NEAULT * WILLIAM BILL SHRIVER * JOHN JACK ALTIERI * ROBERT KENNERKNECHT* WILLIAM WITZISTEINER * EARL CAMERON * HARVEY SIMPSON MARTIN ROSSNEY * JACK BERTINI * ANDREW CARPENTER * ALBERT AL PINCIN * JACK BEAUCHAMP L. J. LOU LA CROIX * RALPH MONACO* JACK BERTINI * JOHN LEWIS * CHARLES CHUCK GOVER JOHN HAYES * DAN RIDDLE * VINCENT VINCE LICORNI DARRELL SCHOLL ROBERT BOB BOHANON VINCENT VINCE LICORNI F. DONALD DON GACEVICH ALBERT J. AL YERKISH * ARLAN J. GOETZ* RALPH A. CASTRO, SR. * GILBERT GONZALES, SR R. EUGENE HAYS, SR GEORGE H. PRESLEY JAMES A. MUNOZ ADAM R. TREVINO ROBERT GERARDO * RICHARD I. DELGADO KARL E. FREY MARK J. CONCIALDI ANTHONY M. LANDRY STEPHEN M. JOHNSON ANDREW M. RUIZ ERNEST A. CLARK III * Deceased RAFAEL EVANGELISTA

3 3 THE DEGREE Election Notice Continued from Page 2 causes such as pro-life initiatives, disaster relief or aid to persecuted Christians in the Middle East wherever help is needed most. In accordance with the Laws and Rules of the Knights of Columbus, Sections 126 and 128 election of council officers will take place at the Business Meeting on Tuesday, June 6th, 2017 beginning at 7:30PM to elect a Grand Knight, Deputy Grand Knight, Chancellor, Recorder, Treasurer, Advocate, Warden, Inside and Outside Guards, and Trustee for the Columbian Year. The position of Trustee, 1 year is automatically filled from the 2 year position from the previous Columbian year. The position of Trustee 2, year is automatically filled from the 3 year position from the previous Columbian year. The positions of Lecturer, Chaplain and Financial Secretary are appointed. The incoming Grand Knight, Deputy Grand Knight and Trustees subject to the rules of the diocesan bishop select the council s Chaplain. The Grand Knight annually appoints the council s Lecturer. The Supreme Knight appoints the Financial Secretary of the council who holds the office at the Supreme Knight s will. Any Third Degree member, in good standing (current on their dues), who wishes to run for any office may do so. All candidates for office, need to ask another member (prior to the start of the election) to stand and formally nominate him at the appropriate time. All Brother Knights, regardless of Degree, are invited to attend and vote for the candidates of their choice. Only members who are current on their dues can vote at the June General (Election) Meeting or any other General Meeting. After the election of our officers, members will elect three representatives to the San Gabriel Valley Chapter, three alternates and a Chapter Charities Delegate. The newly elected Chapter representatives will be voting at the June 2017 Chapter meeting for the Chapter Officers for the Columbian year. We put ethics first. Our corporate commitment to ethics and our ethical business practices have been applauded by the business community. Recently, the Ethisphere Institute named the Knights of Columbus a World s Most Ethical Company for the third consecutive year. We are currently one of only two companies to have earned the designation in the life insurance category. Our members, their spouses and their dependent children have exclusive access to our insurance program. Working with your brother Knight field agent, you can purchase topquality products to protect your family s future, all while knowing that you are supporting an organization that shares your faith, your beliefs and your values. More than 130 years after our venerable founder, Father Michael J. McGivney, set our insurance program in motion, we strive to stay true to his mission and our commitment to our members and our Catholic difference. Other companies may come along and try to convince you that they are just like us. Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. But on closer examination, you will find what you always suspected: There is only one Knights of Columbus. We ll be happy to get to know you better and show you that being Catholic always makes a difference. [source: ] Andy M. Ruiz

4 4 THE DEGREE Columbus Club Meeting - May 30. All Columbus Club Members are required to attend. All other members are encouraged to attend and listen in State Convention - May 18 - May 20, Held at the Town & Country Resort in San Diego. For more information, please contact our Worthy Grand Knight, James Hathaway. Brothers, let us not forget what we as Knights of Columbus are about - Fraternity, Unity, Patriotism, and, as always, Charity. We are Brothers, united and granted freedom - freedom of choice, speech, and freedom of religion. We must remember that as Brother Knights, we should remain an everlasting presence within our communities, within our churches, and within our council. It is but a simple task to do - volunteering; Charity is what leads the way for us, Brothers. As per every report, I ask that we not only see familiar faces, but new ones that have yet to feel at home with us. We welcome all Brothers; young and old, as well as newcomers, looking for guidance and to strengthen themselves, as a Catholic gentleman. Here is a list of the following events for May. Please, every Brother Knight is welcomed to attend, as well as help. We need volunteers! ''EVERY SUNDAY''- St Christopher & Sacred Heart. Mass for Persons with Disabilities held at the Council in the lounge. ''THURSDAY NIGHT BINGO'' - Held here at Council 3851 every Thursday night of EVERY MONTH, Come on down and enjoy the fun with others, Volunteers needed! General Council Meeting - May 2nd at 7:30 p.m. All Brothers are welcomed. Learn of the following events, as well as take part in our meetings. Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m. Ladies of the Snow Meeting - May 2nd at 7:30 p.m. Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m. Officer s Meeting - May 16. All Officers are required to attend to help coordinate and conduct the subjects for the following months. Memorial Day Picnic - May 29. From 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. will be held at the Council in the backyard. Everyone is welcomed. Bring all of your family. Burgers and Hot Dogs will be provided as well as desserts. This is a potluck event, so bring your famous dishes to the test. General Council Meeting - 4th of July is scheduled on our calendars. I would like to note that the meeting will be held the following Tuesday July 11th. Please plan accordingly for this arrangement and scheduling. My Brothers, Let us all show our support for our council The Knights of Columbus and our Churches and do what we can for each and everyone. Be a part of our family, be one of us! Thank you again to ALL of you who make us who we are today! Vivat Jesus, Edward Van Olphen, DGK, Program Director Thursday: Golf Tournament 7:00AM 2017 STATE CONVENTION May 18-20, 2017 Town & Country Resort, San Diego Group Room Rate $ per night Make reservations online at: Knights Got Talent Welcome Party (FREE) 7:00PM Friday: Opening Mass (Bishop McElroy) 8:00AM Viejas Casino Trip (non-delegates) 9:30AM Business Meeting (Third Degree members) All Day Color Corps Competition 5:15PM HOLLYWOOD 7:00PM Saturday: Business Meeting (Third Degree members) All Day Ladies Luncheon 11:30AM Awards Presentation 1:00PM Closing Mass (Archbishop Gomez) 4:00PM Gala Banquet 7:30PM

5 5 THE DEGREE Dear Ladies and Knights, On April 30, 2017 the Ladies held a Recruitment Luncheon. Our decorations consisted of beautiful table cloths and fresh flowers. Our menu included sandwiches, salads, fruit and delicious desserts. During this time we were able to explain to our guests the various charities we support, the activities we participate in and the social events we attend. We displayed pictures and letters from past events. Our Lady Marcia Harper was able to explain how our council was formed and our history. It was a lovely afternoon and we were able to get some new recruits. On May 07, 2017 our council will be assisting the Comboni Missionaries with their annual "Music for the Mission" program. The program is put on by professional singers and orchestra members. This year the theme will be "Broadway Musicals"! The event will be held at St. Louise Church in Covina and tickets are still available. There will be snacks and desserts available. Before and during intermission there will be a Silent Auction and a Raffle! Our ladies donated several beautiful baskets. This will be a night to remember! On May 29th the Ladies will be having another Bunco fundraiser. The theme will be "Fiesta Bunco"! The event will take place from 2:00pm-5:00pm at Fr. Maguire's Hall. The food will include enchiladas, rice, beans, salad and desserts! We have several prizes for opportunity drawings and door prizes. The proceeds of this event will go to scholarships for female students from Sacred Heart School and St. Christopher's School who will be attending a Catholic High School. Please come join the fun! If you have any questions regarding upcoming events or about membership, please feel free to contact me at (626) Grand Lady, Jeanelle Correa I would like to welcome our newest member of the Ladies of Columbus Lady Angel Luna! She is sweet and kind and enjoys participating in activities. It has been wonderful having her as a member of our council!

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8 8 THE DEGREE Memorial Day - Monday, May 29th, pm to 3pm The Knights will supply the meat families bring a side dish to share! FUN GAMES CONTESTS Bring a framed picture of someone in your family who served in the Armed Forces for a special tribute Father Maguire Council N. Vincent Ave., Covina, CA (626)

9 9 THE DEGREE Congratulations Troop 433! Back to Back Spirit Stick Winners Thunderbirds Presidential Top Patrol Overall: Winners of Camporee Presidential: Campsite Inspection Presidential: Orienteering First: Knife & Axe Second: Uniform Inspection Third: Citizenship Grizzlies First: Scout Golf First: Orienteering Gators Presidential: First Aid First: Campsite Inspection

10 10 THE DEGREE COME WORSHIP WITH US 10:00 A.M. EVERY SUNDAY MASS FOR PERSONS WITH PHYSICAL AND INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES, THEIR FAMILIES, CAREGIVERS AND ALL KNIGHTS & LADIES A monthly publication of the Father Maguire Council # N. Vincent Ave, Covina, CA Phone: Deadline for all material is the 20th of the preceding month. The Degree is sent the last week of the month via . It is sent to the address on record with the Financial Secretary. Paper copies may be obtained at the Council Hall or by contacting the Financial Secretary. Readers are encouraged to submit comments, story ideas, news items, letters and articles. Other councils are invited to submit information on their upcoming events. Permission to reprint in other Knights of Columbus bulletins is granted, provided credit is given to this bulletin for original material. Victor Varela, Editor v.varela@kofc3851.org

11 11 THE DEGREE PLEASE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE OF THE SOULS OF OUR FAITHFUL DEPARTED BROTHERS AND FOR OUR DECEASED FAMILY AND FRIENDS Lest we forget them Randy Matlock Maurilio Gonzalez Ronald Curtis Claude Schnyder Louis Arevalo Steve Borish Robert Grueter Simon Martinez Rudy Tomeo Ted Wiggins Dorothea Lear, Wife of Brother Jim Lear Eternal Rest grant unto them O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May their souls and all the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR SICK & DISTRESSED, SPECIAL INTENSIONS Brother Steve & Lady Althea Lange Brother Gilbert & Lady Elisa Gonzales Lady Barbara Simpson Lady Belen Delgado Bro Lou Marchesano Hector Simpson Javier Silva Teresa Page Crime & Terrorism Victims The Men and Women of the U.S. Armed Forces Remembering Brother Knight, Saul Varela July, 28th, May 25th, 2013

12 12 THE DEGREE COLUMBIAN YEAR COUNCIL OFFICERS Grand Knight... James Hathaway Chaplain... Rev. Paul Ewers Deputy Grand Knight... Ed Van Olphen Chancellor... Jacob Van Olphen Warden... Alvin Abris Recorder... Richard Ruelas Treasurer... Jay Gonzalez Financial Secretary... Stephen Lange Inside Guard... Guillermo Alvarado Outside Guard... Calvin Matranga... Trustee, One Year... Tom Masterson Trustee, Two Years... Harvey E. Simpson Trustee, Three Years... Gene Hays Jr Advocate... Gene Hays Sr Lecturer... Richard Delgado SERVICE PROGRAM DIRECTORY Program Director... Ed Van Olphen Membership Director... Larry Dietz Recruitment Chairman... Manuel Jaramillo Recruitment/Retention... Ernie Clark Council Director... Larry Dietz Church Dir, St Chris... Tom Masterson Church Dir, Sac Heart... John Peterson Parochial Schools Chm... Ernie Clark Community Director... Ernie Clark Youth Director... Ed Van Olphen Family Director... Larry Dietz Vocations... Tom Masterson I/D Drive Chairman... Tony Landry Bingo Chairman... Tony Landry Snack Bar Chairman... Tony Landry e-communications... Stephen Lange Pro-Life Chairman... Tom Masterson Newsletter Editor... Victor Varela Webmaster kofc3851.org. Victor Varela FR. MAGUIRE COLUMBUS CLUB, INC. Board of Directors President (GK)... James Hathaway Vice President (2019)... Larry Dietz Secretary (2017)... Andy M. Ruiz Treasurer (2017)... Steve Lange Director (IPGK)... Gene Hays Jr Director (2017)... Harvey Simpson Director (2018)... Alan Douglas Director (2018)... Calvin Magrauga... Director (2018)... Richard Ruelas Director (2019)... Richard Delgado Director (2019)... Gilbert Gonzales... LADIES OF COLUMBUS - Our Lady of the Snows Council Grand Lady... Jeanelle Correa Deputy Grand Lady... Nellie Landry SACRED HEART CHURCH 314 W. Workman St, Covina, CA Phone: Website: Pastor... Rev. Bill Easterling Associate Pastors... Rev. Arthur Najera Rev. James Kelly Pastor Emeritus... Rev. Brian Cavanagh School Principal... Ms. April Luchonik ST. CHRISTOPHER CHURCH 629 S. Glendora Ave, West Covina, CA Phone: Website: Pastor... Rev. Joseph Dass Associate Pastor... Rev. Huy Nhat Nguyen School Principal... Ms. Olivia Carrillo SUPREME COUNCIL One Columbus Plaza, New Haven, CT Phone: Website: Field Agent Louis A. Baca, FIC Insurance Customer Service CALIFORNIA STATE COUNCIL Arrow Blvd, Suite A, Fontana, CA Phone: Website: State Deputy... Sonny Santa Ines State Chaplain... Most Rev. Oscar Solis State Secretary... Romeo Quevado State Treasurer... Joseph Salaiz State Advocate... Skip Frates, III State Warden... Steve Bolton Immediate PSD... Ed Huestis District Deputy... David Medrano SAN GABRIEL VALLEY CHAPTER Meets Third Friday of each Month Father Maguire Council Chamber President... Matthew McDonagh Chaplain... Rev. Bill Easterling Vice President... Ray Forgette Secretary... Joe Corona Treasurer... Tony Ty Marshall... Peter Parga Fr. Maguire Chapter Representatives and Alternatives: Reps: James Hathaway (GK), Alan Douglas, Gilbert Gonzalez Alt: John Hasha, Gene Hays, Jr., Larry Dietz FOURTH DEGREE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA DISTRICT Website: District Master... Gene Hays, Sr CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS ASSEMBLY #2482 Meets First Monday at Frank C. Myers Council Glendora Faithful Navigator... Vincent Delazzaro Color Corps Cmdr... Ray Espinoza

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