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1 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS NH STATE COUNCIL NH State Council Winter Quarterly Meeting Jan. 25, 2015 NH State Website: * ONE MEMBER * PER COUNCIL * PER MONTH * NH State Council Weekly Your NH Knights News: Call to Muster Passing of Reverend Robert Couto Funeral Arrangements Prayer Requests: PGK Randy McClellan, PFN Richard Plichta, PSD John Goodrich URGENT NEED: Salvation Army Bell Ringing Program reaching out to the Knights of Columbus UPDATED State Council Six Month Look-Ahead (January 2015 June 2015) Notre Dame Council #5163 Meatloaf Dinner for Scoreboard at Ste. Marie s Gym Sun. Jan. 04, 2015 NH KofC Free Throw Contests & Save the Date: Sunday, March 01, 2015 State Free Throw Championship Cross Crib A new way to play cribbage! How to Make an Awesome Confession!!! The Pray For Life Center Manchester NH Update on Pennacook St Dec 10, 2014 Funding to Planned Parenthood jumps three-fold in two years 40 Days for Life Manchester - What is your Gift? KofC Pro-Life Journal Claremont NH Upcoming Degree Exemplifications PRAYER REQUEST + + CALL TO MUSTER + Fr. Robert Couto Called to His Rest On December 10, 2014, the Reverend Robert Couto was called to his rest and to the glory of the Resurrection promised by the Lord. He was 68 years old. Father Couto was born on June 30, 1946 in New Bedford, Massachusetts and was ordained a priest on June 1, 1996 by the Most Reverend Leo E. O Neil, S.T.D., at Saint Joseph Cathedral in Manchester. Father Couto studied at Leslie College and the Northeast Institute of Indiana Tech and completed his ecclesiastical studies at Saint Mary Seminary & University in Baltimore, MD. Father Couto served as associate pastor of Immaculate Conception Parish in Nashua; Sainte Marie and Sacred Heart Parishes in Manchester. Father Couto was appointed pastor of Saint Jude Parish in Londonderry in 1999 where he served until his death. On Monday, December 15, 2014, at 2:00 p.m. the Rite of Reception of the Body, led by Rev. Albert Tremblay, Jr., will take place at St. Jude Church in Londonderry. Father Couto will lie in state in the church, 435 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, N.H. until 8:00 p.m. At 7:45 p.m. Evening Prayer will be led by Very Rev. Frederick J. Pennett, Jr., Dean of the Rockingham Deanery. Page 1 of 16

2 On Tuesday, December 16, 2014, Father Couto will lie in state at St. Jude Church, from 9:30 a.m. till 11:00 a.m. The Most Reverend Peter A. Libasci, Bishop of Manchester, will preside at a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. CALL TO MUSTER SIR KNIGHTS: All Sir Knights throughout the State Council are welcome to join the Call to Muster called by the Bishop Bradley Assembly #626 for Father Robert Couto. Sir Knights in regalia are requested on Monday December 15 th at 1:30 pm (to cover 2:00 pm through 8:00 pm) and on Tuesday December 16 th at 9:00 am (to cover 9:30 am through the Funeral Service). Please contact CCC: John Gomez at or FN Joseph Kowalik at PRAYER REQUESTS + Brothers: Please keep in your thoughts, all our Brother Knights and their families, that need our prayers. Prayer Request Niece of Brother Knight Dan Sullivan, Plaistow Council #6617 From: St. Jude Council Subject: Prayer Requests for Dan Sullivan Brothers and council friends, I received word that our Brother, Dan Sullivan lost his 22 year old niece this past weekend. I don t have any other details to pass along at this time but I would ask that we keep Dan and his family in your thoughts and prayers. -Matt Matthew C. Ruger Fin. Sec. / PGK - St. Jude Council, 6617, Plaistow NH Prayer Request PGK Randy McClellan From DD David DeJulio I received the following from Randy McClellan's wife Anne. From Annie: Randy could use some serious prayer warriors. He is in critical condition in intensive care at MGH. He is sedated and on a ventilator. He has swelling in his heart with very low blood pressure and an infection in his lungs. Doctors believe he could have a clot in one of his lungs also. His kidneys have taken a beating from diabetes and the anti-rejection drugs so he is on dialysis to slow the damage to them. They have not yet determined the cause of the infection yet. Sadly, they have indicated that he is the sickest patients in that ICU. Please keep praying for him. He is a strong man, but much stronger with his parish family bombarding Heaven on his behalf. Thank you all for your support. Peace in Christ, -Annie McClellan. DD David DeJulio Prayer Request PFN Richard Plichta, Goffstown Council #5112 Rick Plichta, Past G.K. #5112 and Past Faithful Navigator of Bishop Bradley Assembly had heart surgery at CMC Hospital on Wednesday, December 3, The surgery has gone well, and SK Plichta has returned home this week-end. Please keep Rick and his family in your prayers for his continued recovery. Lionel Coulon, Council #5112 Prayer Request PSD John Goodrich, Littleton Council #1835 I'm sure many in the state would like to know that John Goodrich has been moved to assisted living in Whitefield, NH. His memory has been failing him for quite some time, but there has not been an acute change in his condition, it just got to that point. His family asked that the Knights keep him in our prayers. His new address is 6 Terrace St. Whitefield, NH Kind Regards, Adam Smith GK, Council 1835, Littleton NH Page 2 of 16

3 URGENT NEED The Salvation Army has reached out to ask if the Knights of Columbus would volunteer to ring bells in a variety of areas throughout our state. They are extremely short handed this year and desperately need our help. I know this is a last minute request, but whatever you can do would be greatly appreciated. You can contact Capt. Steve Warren of the Salvation Army at (603) for further details. Let him know you are with the Knights of Columbus and your location, so they will connect you to a location in your area. Thank you Glen White; State Council Director Page 3 of 16

4 6 Month Look-ahead January-June 2015 The 6 month look-ahead as follows (with June added at no extra charge). Highlighted text indicates correction to state calendar. Red text is for information and action. TBD means we are looking for a council to host this activity. Be sure to incorporate this calendar into your planners and newsletters. Failure to plan is a plan to fail! DECEMBER /8/2014 Immaculate Conception - a holy day of obligation 12/15/2014 DUE: All billing notices sent out with fraternal survey 12/13/2014 Exemplification of the 3rd Degree, District 12, Claremont 12/25/2014 Christmas - Always a holy day of obligation 12/31/2014 DUE: District Deputy Semiannual Report, Form 944A JANUARY /1/2015 Mary, Mother of God - a holy day of obligation January 2015 Council Free Throw Competitions, Local Councils January 2015 Membership Seminar, TBD 1/11/2015 Executive Committee Meeting, Dover, NH 1/25/2015 Winter Quarterly, District 11, Hosted by Council 2179 Exeter 1/25/2015 State Per Capita & Insurance Notices/ Committee Assignments 1/31/2015 Exemplification of the 3rd Degree, District 1 Nashua, Location: TBD 1/31/2015 DUE: Annual Survey of Fraternal Activity, Form 1728 FEBRUARY 2015 February 2015 Membership Seminar, TBD February 2015 Financial Secretary Training, TBD 2/15/2015 DUE: Council Audits, Form /7/2015 Right to Life Benefit Dinner, Hosted by Council 4666 Suncook 2/18/2015 Ash Wednesday, a day of fasting and abstinence. MARCH /1/2015 State Basketball Free Throw Contest, Hosted by Bedford Council March 2015 Membership Seminar, TBD March 2015 Financial Secretary Training, TBD 3/15/2015 Due: Service Program Reports, Resolutions 3/14/2015 Granite Award Banquet, Sacred Heart School, Hampton Council /22/2015 Pro Life Seminar, St Joseph Cathedral 3/28/2015 Exemplification of the 3rd Degree, District 14, Hosted by Council 7575 N. Conway 3/29/2015 Founder's Day, TBD APRIL /2-4/4/15 Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Vigil, No K of C activities 4/5/2015 Easter, No K of C activities 4/12/2015 Divine Mercy Sunday 4/5/2015 DUE: Per capita & insurance deadline 4/11/2015 Executive Committee Meeting, Dover, NH, St Joseph's Church MAY 2015 May 2015 Holy Rosary Devotion 5/1-5/3/15 State Convention, Nashua, NH, Radisson Hotel May 2015 Membership Seminar, TBD May 2015 Financial Secretary Training, TBD 5/9/2015 Exemplification of the 3rd Degree, District 8, Location TBD 5/14/2015 Ascension of the Lord - a holy day of obligation JUNE /13/2015 Exemplification of the 4 th Degree Page 4 of 16

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6 From: Joel & Martha Ackerman Sent: Saturday, December 13, :01 PM Subject: NH Knights of Columbus Free Throw Contests & Save the Date: Sunday, March 1, 2015 State Free Throw Championship Worthy District Deputies and Brothers All, Thank you for your support of ongoing youth programs here in New Hampshire. Right now I'm asking you to look ahead a little bit: Basketball District Free Throw Contests. I am working with Supreme Council Youth Director who will send to my attention District Medallions for any District Deputies planning District Free Throw Contests. I'm here to make that happen, with one simple request. #1- All District Deputies - Kindly send me an reply if you plan to host a District Contest (1 set of Medallions per District for those Districts who plan to run a District Contest). #2- Brothers All - Kindly spread the word about the State Free Throw Championship to all Councils in your District details below. The Knights Free Throw competition is open to all boys and girls ages 9 through 14 and will be the best of 25 Free throws with winners advancing to the Annual State Free Throw Championship to be held on Sunday, March 1, < January Council level contests held all winners invited to State Contest > < February District level contest held - all winners invited to State Contest > < March - Sunday, March 1, 2015, from 1:00-4:00 p.m. > State Free Throw Championship is planned as follows: > The State Free Throw will be held on Sunday, March 1, 2015, from 1:00-4:00 p.m. At St. Elizabeth Seton Parish Activity Center, 190 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford. Location : St. Elizabeth Seton Parish Activity Center, 190 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford Grand Knight Contact : Jon Paul, jpciruso@gmail.com Feel free to call me if there are any questions. Fraternally, Joel Ackerman State Youth Director C) State Youth Director Mission Statement It is vitally important for our members to have a good grasp of why our focus on Youth is key to the future of our program. Below provides a good summary of why we must focus on Youth activities/programs at the Council level. We need to make Youth activities/events a key piece of our DNA and culture within the Knights. Best summed up as the following: Today s youth are looking for challenges, for responsibility, for Faith, and trust. Yet despite their commitment and dedication, youth of the world are often condemned because of uncontrolled actions of a minority of young people. As Knights of Columbus, it is our responsibility to provide our youth the means and the opportunities to become personally involved in meeting the challenges of our time. Mission The Knights of Columbus is committed to providing quality youth programs for all of the children in our neighbourhoods. Knights recognize the importance of keeping our youngsters and their families involved with our programs to ensure the future of our great Order. Therefore, the mission of the State Youth Activities Director is to: Provide academic and athletic competition for the youth of New Hampshire Promote involvement by councils with our youth Secure the future of our great Order by involving more young people and their families Get our youth involved with activities and eventually the Knights of Columbus Increase youth related programs in councils Publicize youth programs in the State Council Newsletter and web site. Working with the State Council Activities Director to publicize youth activities in our local paper, radio and television. Work with the State Council College Director and Columbian Squires Chairman and promote their programs. Page 6 of 16

7 CRIBBAGE PLAYERS Saint John XXIII Parish 121 Allds St Nashua, NH Join us for an evening of fun and fellowship! Come experience a whole new way to play cribbage. Don t delay! Sign up now. The fun begins at 7:00PM Friday, January 2, 2015 We will meet at the parish office See you then Call the Parish Office now to sign up or contact Wayne Page 7 of 16

8 From: Jim Preisendorfer Sent: Monday, December 15, :06 PM Subject: How to make an awesome confession Viva Jesus. God Bless, Jim <>< My Brother Knights, please put this article in your respective publications. My Brother Knights I had just read this before going to confession last week and it really helped me to think of my sins before entering the confessional. How to Make an Awesome Confession By Fr. Josh Miller Everybody s looking to improve their game, right? Well, after hearing thousands and thousands of confessions, I thought I d craft a post on how you can make your next confession even better. I should note before I begin that every confession is great, and that there s no such thing as a bad confession as long as you ve come to the Sacrament with a contrite heart. So if you read these tips and think to yourself, I ve been making some bad confessions!, fear not: it s pretty hard to do, unless you don t take any of it seriously. I should also note that the first tip largely assume you re in a confessional box a sin bin, as I call it at a designated time, standing in line and waiting for your turn. There is at least one other way to make an awesome confession, which I address near the end of this post. Tip #1 The Devil s In the Details The awesome confessions I hear begin something like this: Forgive me Father, for I have sinned. It has been two weeks since my last confession. I accuse myself of the following: I lied twice, I hosted uncharitable thoughts against my neighbor six times, and I have failed on numerous occasions to be charitable to my husband Page 8 of 16

9 What s lacking here is the word indeed, even the sentiment of the word because. Whenever you confess, the reasons for your failures aren t pertinent to your confession. However, they are pertinent to the spiritual life; sin, like any other imperfect thought, any other emotion we have, should prompt rational discourse. The because matters to us because the ultimate aim is growth in holiness, which is only obtainable if we understand the reasons behind our failure. Strictly speaking, however, the because is not important within the context of confession. In fact, I d even venture so far as to say that the because is potentially harmful in confession. When we discuss how we lack charity towards a neighbor, for example, the tendency is to exonerate ourselves, or to lessen our own culpability somehow: I lacked charity towards my neighbor because it s just so hard to get along with them when they keep their yard looking like a scene from Animal House. The tendency with humankind from the Fall forward has been to scapegoat, to create alibi: She made me do it!, says Adam. Of course, God sees through the bologna Adam tells himself. Within the context of the Sacrament with our souls laid bare, we should be on guard against the temptation to justify ourselves. Traditionally, this is known as confession by number and kind. There s something beautiful in a simplistic declaration of guilt. When we list number and kind, we say, I did this! and nothing else matters. We escape the temptation to feel sorry for ourselves when we courageously take responsibility for what we ve done, the details be damned literally. Tip #2: Your Sins Are Boring I m as guilty of it as you are: every one of us thinks our sins are the worst in the world. We come in and confess them with a hesitant nervousness, as if what we ve done is the worst the priest will ever hear. I know that feeling as a penitent, even when on an intellectual level I know there s nothing extraordinary about how I ve sinned. But as a priest, I also know this: sin is boring. It s humdrum. It s the most common thing in the world. There s no sin you could possibly reveal that would cause me to raise an eyebrow, or start throwing things around, or get me angry. In order to do that, I d have to turn a blind eye to my own sin, and it s always before me. Nothing you say in that confessional should cause you any anxiety to simply kick out there. I may throw out a challenge for you, but that s always in the form of encouragement rather than me being surprised or moved in any way. You know what causes my eyebrows to perk up in the confessional? Virtue. Whenever someone mentions how they ve made progress in an area, or when they note how they ve grown in a certain way, that s extraordinary. That s interesting! The point here: if you realize that your sins will make me yawn long before they re going to shock or surprise me, then you ll relax and make an awesome confession. Tip #3: Make Use Of A Guided, Spiritual Direction Confession As promised above, I thought I d talk a little bit about where Tip #1 does not necessarily apply: within the context of a guided, spiritual direction-type confession. Usually, these are not going to take place within the context of your parish s regular confession times. They re the by appointment only types, which every priest should be open to scheduling in addition to the regularly scheduled time he spends in the sin The purpose of such a confession is to solicit more feedback and spiritual help from the priest, perhaps asking him for tips or areas of guidance in one or more areas. These kinds of confessions take longer, but they re extremely helpful when we re facing some kind of spiritual impasse. These confessions allow you to go into the level of detail that just isn t possible during a regularly scheduled confession time. I find them to be personally helpful myself, and take advantage of this form with regularity. So there you have it: three simple tips to make your confessions awesome. As previously stated, every confession is a wonderful thing, but we can always hope for continued growth! Page 9 of 16

10 The Pray For Life Center Manchester NH Website: <-- lots of photos Facebook page: The Pray for Life Center, located at 27 Pennacook Street, #1, Manchester, across from Planned Parenthood, is an IRS approved non-profit 501(c)(3) organization formed in direct response to the witnessing of lost innocent human life by abortion in Manchester. It is organized and operated to promote the sanctity of human life in the public square through prayer, education, and Christian charity to all, in the hope that through God s endless mercy, hearts will turn toward life and the lives of the unborn will be spared. Donations can be sent to: Pray For Life Center, 12 Royal Range Road, Sandown, New Hampshire Contact Cathy Kelley at or send an to prayforlifecenter@gmail.com for more information. Pray For Life Center is open all day on Thursdays (the day in which lives are lost by surgical abortion at Planned Parenthood). For those who cannot walk in vigil outside Planned Parenthood, you are welcome to pray for the unborn, their parents, and the Planned Parenthood staff in our prayer room chapel. Update on Pennacook St December 10, 2014 New Woman Abortionist from Massachusetts Seems we have a new woman abortionist from Massachusetts. She arrived at 8:30am and as usual had "patients" waiting. We tried to talk to a young girl as she hurried into Planned Parenthood and did get to speak to her on her return trip. She was inside a short time and then quickly walked down Pennacook Street. When she returned about thirty minutes later, she said she was there for the "pill" Plan B (also known as the morning after pill). It should be taken within 72 hours after sexual intercourse, to prevent or terminate a pregnancy. PP charges $30.00 for Plan B. At 2:00pm a couple in a van parked in PP's lot. They stayed in the van and the man could be seen talking on his cell phone. After 20 minutes they started to drive away but stopped to tell the people praying the reason they were at PP. He said they were new to the area. He has to work and they have no one to care for their toddler while his wife would be in the hospital having the new baby. He had been talking on the phone with his sister and she offered to help, so they decided against the abortion and will have the baby. It is truly sad to hear the reasons people have for getting an abortion. There are so many people and organizations willing to assist families experiencing difficulties due to unexpected pregnancies. Keep praying for Sarah. She has decided to keep her baby. Cathy Petition For Cardinal Burke Cardinal Burke is a hero to so many people, especially those who are involved in the pro-life and pro-family movements, and I know that your support means a lot to him at this time. Will you now consider helping spread the word by sharing the petition with your family and friends? Our hope is that many thousands of people will sign this petition, which we will then personally present to the Cardinal in Rome. Page 10 of 16

11 Simply share this link on Facebook or Twitter, or send it out via If you're wondering whether you can or should bring 40 Days for Life to your city, you can learn what's required by downloading the 40 Days for Life 2015 campaign report at: This comprehensive 32-page report describes the process of conducting a 40 Days for Life in your city. Leading a local campaign is a major commitment. It requires determination, heart and above all faith. If you're ready to make that commitment to lead a local 40 Days for Life campaign in your community, here's the link to start the application process: For Life, SHAWN CARNEY Campaign Director 40 Days for Life PS: Applications remain open through Thursday, December 18 at: PPS: If you're not feeling called to lead a local 40 Days for Life campaign, that's OK! Please pray for those who are discerning this role for the next 40 Days for Life campaign, that the Holy Spirit may guide them and strengthen them... but most of all, please pray that God's will is done and that many more lives are saved from abortion! New Hampshire Union Leader 12/12/2014, Page A02 Funding to Planned Parenthood jumps three-fold in two years Reason explained: Gov. Hassan s office said the increase offsets past budget cuts. By MARK HAYWARD New Hampshire Union Leader MANCHESTER Direct state funding to Planned Parenthood jumped more than three-fold over the last two years, an anti-abortion group claimed this week after obtaining access to financial records of the three state organization, Planned Parenthood of Northern New England. New Hampshire Right to Life questioned the hefty increases and said Planned Parenthood s revenue jump could be attributed to state appropriations for family planning activities, which jumped from $345,000 in 2013to$894,000inthecurrent budget year. Page 11 of 16

12 But a spokesman for Democratic Gov. Maggie Hassan said the increases offset significant budget cuts of four years ago. At the time, Republicans executive councilors voted against funding Planned Parenthood, and the Legislature made deep cuts to appropriations for family planning. Moving forward, the governor will continue to work across the aisle to ensure that women and families have access to the important health services that are critical to the economic security and vitality of our families, said Hassan spokesman William Hinkle. Last week, New Hampshire Attorney General Joe Foster released financial documents and audits that Planned Parenthood of Northern New England filed with the Charitable Trust Unit, as required by state law. The Charitable Trust Unit had initially withheld the documents, and Right to Life had sued for access. The documents prompted Right to Life to criticize the amount of state dollars from New Hampshire, Maine and Vermont that end up in Planned Parenthood coffers. Planned Parenthood, which is active in the three states, reported state revenues of $181,000 in Right to Life said that will jump to $669,000 when books close this year. Jane Cormier, president of New Hampshire Right to Life, said state money is being used to subsidize the abortion industry, and the increases are shocking. At a time when our state budget is facing a huge deficit due to reckless overspending, how can this funding be defended? Cormier said. Cormier also expects that Medicaid payments and federal grants to Planned Parenthood will increase. For the current budget, the state earmarked $894,000 in general fund dollars for family planning efforts for each of the two years. The appropriation falls short of the $954,000 that Gov. John Lynch had funded in the early part of this decade. Hinkle called the cuts in 2011 were drastic. Access to these health services is vital to a woman s right to make her own health care decisions, which is essential to the economic health of our families, our communities and our state, he said. mhayward@unionleader.com Moving forward, the governor will continue to work across the aisle to ensure that women and families have access to the important health services that are critical to the economic security and vitality of our families. WILLIAM HINKLE Spokesman for Gov. Maggie Hassan Powered by TECNAVIA Copyright 2014 Union Leader Corporation. All rights reserved. 12/12/2014 Page 12 of 16

13 From: "40 Days for Life Manchester" To: Subject: What is your Gift? 40 Days for Life Manchester - What is your Gift? View this in your browser Hello friends, The next 40 Days for Life Manchester campaign dates have been announced: February 18 March 28, 2015 The Leadership Team is beginning pre-campaign planning and need a few team members: Pre-campaign planning Be an Hour Captain Help at events Work with media Drive for a carpool Write letters to the editor Organize my church Recruit youth to participate Serve as a team leader Prayer coordinator Please contact us at 40daysforlifemanchester@gmail.com God Bless all of you and thank you for praying to end abortion in Manchester! Maurice Huberdeau Beth Scaer Joan Silvernail Leadership Team, 40 Days for Life Manchester P.S. - Watch this short video to learn about the 40 Days for Life campaign, and to learn about its powerful track record of proven life-saving results. Copyright Days for Life Manchester, All rights reserved. You are receiving this because you expressed an interest in the 40 Days for Life campaign in Manchester, NH. Our mailing address is: 40 Days for Life Manchester 27 Pennacook Street, #1 Manchester, NH Page 13 of 16

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15 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. Exeter NH Wednesday, Dec 17, 2014 Contact: Mark Delaney, Tm Capt.,, mdelaney2179@gmail.com Derry NH Saturday, Dec 27, 2014 Contact: Tm Capt. John Dowd, , derryjpdowd@gmail.com Hudson NH Friday, Jan 09, 2015 Contact: Tm Capt. Wayne Nadeau, , wnadeau.kofc@comcast.net Second Degree: Contact the Degree Team Captain to inform him of candidates & number of spectators. TBD Third Degree: Contact the Degree Team Captain to inform him of candidates and number of spectators. TBD Fourth Degree: Contact 4 th Degree Secretary Hector to inform him of candidates & number of spectators. TBD 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 Joseph J Kowalik III jjkowalik3@comcast.net Page 15 of 16

16 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-todate 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. NH State Council Granite Knight Newsletter: Longer term activities and events (over a month away) should be submitted to State Newsletter Editor Bob Jones at REJonesjr@comcast.net for publication in the State Newsletter Issue. Thank you for your continued support! 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, Joseph J Kowalik III State Warden NH State Council Knights of Columbus 157 Hackett Hill Rd., Hooksett NH jjkowalik3@comcast.net Page 16 of 16