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1 May Peace Be With You, Skeeter Nelson Grand Knight Council Officers: Grand Knight: Skeeter Nelson ( ) Deputy Grand Knight: Tony Sommer ( ) Financial Secretary: Bill Penquite ( ) Chancellor: Steve Rice ( ) Recorder: Eric Casey ( ) Advocate: Randy Hirsch Warden: Max Berchtold Treasurer and District Deputy: Mike Reinhard ( ) Lector: Richard Hartigan ( ) Inside Guard: Frank Riffle Outside Guard: George Custer Trustees: Mark Taylor ( ) John Fischer Jerry Holland Grand Knight Report: My Brother Knights We have been asked to furnish the Simple Supper on Thursday, February 19 th. It is to be served after the 6:00 Mass. If you can, I would like to ask that you bring a crockpot with your families favorite soup. It doesn t need to be anything fancy or elaborate. We will furnish crackers and salad. If you will please me to give me an idea as to who is bring what. I have no idea as to how many will be in attendance. A reminder to our 1 st Degree Brothers. In 4 months we will have our election of Officers for the next 2 years. In order to hold an office you must me a 3 rd. Degree member. Please, please give this careful consideration. We have grown, and will continue to grow with new members, thoughts, and ideas. Our next 2 nd and 3 rd. Degree will be held on February 22 nd at St. Andrew. We will discuss this further at our meeting on the 19 th. I hope to see you all then. Welcome our Newest Member: On Tuesday , we welcomed Lawrence Krist into the Knights of Columbus Council He took his Oath at Holy Family in Columbus. Congratulations and Welcome to Knights of Columbus!! Super Bowl Pizza Party with the Youth Group: On February 7th, 2015, The Knights sponsored a pizza party for the youth during the night of the Super bowl. There was pizza, chips, soda, pastries and plenty of youth. The confirmation class even joined us for the fun. Two seminarians also came and one of them is a 1st degree Knight. An invitation was extended to him to join us for a meeting. I believe his name was Jacob, not sure. The youth were very appreciative and thanked us for having pizza. I spoke about who I was, and about the Knights of Columbus, women groups and vocations. 1

2 I encourage the Brother Knights to become active in the future of our youth, and I hope to plan for more events including them at the church. The youth at this church are an exceptionally well mannered and I was glad to be part of their activity. Thank you Larry Elkins for a job well done. Check out these Balloons: The picture was taken with Archie Griffin. That was the highlight of my day. Youth Donut Sale: On February 7 th and 8 th the Youth Group with the support of the Knights of Columbus sold Krispy Krème donuts. Out of the 100 dozen donuts purchased, 80 boxes were sold. The remaining boxes were distributed to Prairie Fire Dept., West Jefferson Police Dept., West Jefferson Fire Dept., and Arbors Nursing Home for the Staff and patients. The remaining 10 dozen donuts will be sent to the Seminarians at the Josephinum. $84.00 toward a Vatican Flag for Fr. Metzger. There was eating. Then there was playing: And playing, This Balloon basketball was made with a frame, netting and balloons. It was delivered to OSU Longenburger House on campus for a celebration. Along with some balloon column's and balloon clusters for tables. "Thank You" to all that helped support our Youth Group within our Parish. Euchre Party Fun: On January 24 th the 4 th Annual Knights of Columbus Euchre Party took place and fun was had by all. The Knights of Columbus Father Sheldon Kelly was able to raise $ for the council and And playing, 2

3 And there was a tie between Shane Haney and Gary Palatas. Then a cut of the Deck to determine the Winner!! And the winner was Shane Haney, who took home a $ gift card from Ann and Tony s Restaurant. Tony s Trivia: 1. What is the only domesticated animal not mentioned in the Bible? 2. What word appears exactly 773,692 times in the King James Bible? 3. What symbol did St. Patrick use to explain his theory of the Holy Trinity? 4. What fruit is depicted in Leonardo's Last Supper, even though it did not arrive in the Holy Land until long after Jesus' death? 5. According to the Bible, how many pearly gates are there? Bonus: What baseball announcer said Pope Paul VI's death "puts a damper on even a Yankees win"? Answers on Page 5 Catholic Estate Planning held: On January 17 th and 26th Catholic Estate Planning was held at Ss. Simon and Jude parish. On January 17 th, Dr. Teena Gallagher and Jason Moine presented planning a Catholic Funeral, Monuments and Memorials On January 26th, Jonathan Bryan, Craig Heppner and Jason Moine presented Wills, Trusts, Medical Durable Power of Attorney plus charitable giving. For more information please call: Dr. Teena Gallagher: Catholic Funeral Planning and Liturgy: Jason Moine: Monuments and Memorials Jonathan Bryan: Wills, Trusts, Living Wills and Medical Power of Attorney Craig Heppner: Charitable Giving

4 St Simon/Jude Knights of Columbus Career Support Program: What: A free program offered by the Knights of Columbus and St Simon/Jude Church When: Each Saturday in February from 9:30 11:00 a.m. Week 1: Informal discussions, career evaluation, the job market reality and intro to resume evolution. Week 2: Part 2 - Resume updates how and why. Using the Web for career enhancements pros and cons Week 3: Putting your best foot forward outsmarting your competition Week 4: Interview prep and practice. Making the most of the opportunity you earn. Where: St Simon/Jude Church, 9350 High Free Pike (Corner of I 70 and Rt. 142) West Jefferson, Ohio Contact: Mike at St. Simon and Jude Saintly Euchre League: The St. Simon and Jude Euchre party has been cancelled due to lack of interest. We will try again on another date. Parliament and Procedures by Advocate Randy Hirsch The History of the Knights of Columbus: Ten part series Part : Early Growth Along with the addition of patriotism to the Knights principles came the first Fourth Degree exemplification, which took place Feb. 22, 1900, in New York City, with 1,100 Knights participating. A similar event took place in Boston in May with another 750 candidates taking the patriotic degree. By the beginning of the 20th century, the fledgling Order was growing dramatically. Councils had been chartered throughout the United States and Canada, and international expansion continued to Mexico and the Philippines in 1905, along with Cuba and Panama in The Knights also turned their attention to college campuses, and in more ways than one. In 1904, more than 10,000 Knights and their families attended ceremonies at The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., in which the Order presented the school with a grant for more than $55,000. The funds, used to establish a K of C chair of American history, began a long history of support for CUA. In addition, students at the University of Notre Dame in Indiana soon organized their own K of C council. Chartered in 1910, Notre Dame Council 1477 was the Order s first college council, launching a subset of the Knights that today includes councils at 244 schools worldwide. 1900: The first exemplification of the Fourth Degree takes place on Feb. 22, 1900, in New York City; 1,100 Knights receive the degree. The following May, another 750 4

5 Knights take the degree in Boston. 1904: More than 10,000 Knights and their families attend ceremonies at The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., in which a check for $55, is presented to the school for the establishment of a K of C chair of American history. From 1909 to 1913, Knights raise $500,000 to establish a permanent endowment for CUA. 1905: The first council in the Philippines Manila Council 1000 is chartered by U.S. citizens after the Spanish- American War. The same year, the Order expanded to Mexico, establishing Guadalupe Council 1050 in Mexico City. 1909: U.S. workers in the Canal Zone institute Balboa Council 1371 in Panama City. A degree team from Mobile, Ala., then visits Cuba and institutes San Agustin Council 1390 in Havana. Something Four the Golfers: On June 15 th, 2015 the Fraternal Order of Police are holding a Golf fundraiser at the Hickory Hills Golf Course in Grove City. Check out page 10 for details. Tony s Trivia Answers: 1. Answer: A cat 2. Answer: Amen 3. Answer: The Shamrock 4. Answer: The Orange. 5. Answer: 12 (Revelation 21:12-21). Bonus: Answer: Phil Rizzuto 1909: A reported 5,000 Knights meet James A. Flaherty s train in Philadelphia in 1909 when he arrives at the annual convention where he is elected supreme knight. 5

6 Think You Are Too Old for Coverage? Maybe Not You are never too young or too old to consider purchasing life insurance. If you have a financial need for coverage, or will in the future, a permanent life insurance policy can be just the thing you need. When you are young and presumably healthy, coverage will be very inexpensive when compared to purchasing the same policies when you are older. If you ve put off purchasing coverage, or you realize that you may need additional insurance, the Order may still be able to help you, even if other companies cannot. In fact, in 2012, the issue age of our permanent life insurance products was extended to age 80. Naturally, your health, and whether or not you smoke, will be taken into consideration, so underwriting standards for risk and age apply, but, the extension is a great blessing for me and it could be for you too. Now I can help members that I couldn t help before. Are you or one of your brother knights one of those members? Whether you re 18 or 80, the Knights of Columbus has products that will work for you and your family. I look forward to discussing coverage with you. Mark Mandel at or me at markmandel10759@gmail.co m Directory Matt Hundley-Automotive repairs Jason Moine- Hannigan Memorials, Monument Memorials Paul Thompson- Thompson Tax & Accounting 62 E. Main St. West Jefferson, OH Bill Hundley- Electrical Shadpoke T. Klown- Clown Christopher L. Englert- Attorney at Law Michael Smith- Lawn care Yard Mowing starting at $15.00 mikesmithjr34@yahoo.com Important Dates: Next Council meeting: February 19th at 8:00pm in the meeting hall Simple Supper: February 19 th after 6:00pm mass in meeting hall. Career Support Program: Every Saturday in February from 9:30am to 11:00am Saintly Euchre League: Cancelled by Lack of Interest Meatless Pasta Dinner: March 13 th, 20 th and 27 th in meeting hall from 4:30pm to 7:00pm with Stations of the Cross at 7:00pm 2 nd and 3 rd Degrees: On February 22 nd from 12 pm to 4pm at St. Andrew Bryce Center Candidates call 11:30pm 6

7 Good of the Order: Mary Reinhard Lou Griffith Lisa Krogwald Jerry Finnegan Jane Baines John Gesner Jim Ricker The Soul of Terrence Deibel Rich Hartigan Dennis McFarland Please include all in your prayers. Father Sheldon Kelly Council KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Father Sheldon Kelly Council Meeting Minutes January 15, 2015 The Council was called to order at 7:00 pm by Grand Knight Skeeter Nelson Prayer was offered by Skeeter Nelson ATTENDANCE The roll of officers was called and noted as follows (P-Present; A-Absent E- Excused): Chaplin: N/A Grand Knight: Skeeter Nelson P Deputy Grand Knight: Tony Sommer P Chancellor: Steve Rice A Recorder: Eric Casey P Financial Secretary: Bill Penquite E Treasurer: Mike Reinhard P Lecturer: Richard Hartigan A Advocate: Randy Hirsh P Warden: Max Berchtold P Inside Guard: Frank Riffe A Outside Guard: George Custer A Trustee (3 rd Yr.): Jerry Holland A Trustee (2 nd Yr.): John Fischer P Trustee (1 st Yr.): Mark Taylor A 7

8 Jim Bayer Mark Mandel Michael Korson Dan Garner Scott Breedlove Larry Elkins Tom Rasmussen Rob Pierron Bill Weeks John Martin Mike Meyer Dean Headley The Minutes of preceding meeting were: Michael Korson made a motion to approve the minutes of the preceding meeting and was 2 nd by Mark Mandel. The meeting minutes were approved as read. The Grand Knight read applications for membership approved by the Admissions Committee as follows: Two new members are scheduled to attend their 1 st degree in February The Following Receipts were turned in. Mark Mandel turned in a receipt for 250 brochures Unfinished business was taken up and disposed of as follows: The Parish office was informed that the Knights will purchase the first Vatican Flag. Money from the euchre party Cup of Joe contest will be used to purchase the flag. The following new business was brought up: Corporate Communion will be on Sunday January 18 th at the 8:30 Mass. Skeeter Nelson asked Michael Korson to lead the Rosary beginning at 8:00 am. Votes were taken for this year s Council Knight of the Year and Family of the Year. The Knight of the Year is Tony Sommer. The Family of the Year is the Michael and Maria Korson Family. Teena Gallagher will be present the first part of the Catholic Estate Planning Seminar which will be about how to plan a Catholic Funeral on Saturday January 17 th from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. Jason Moine will discuss monuments and headstones. Mark Mandel spoke about the upcoming euchre party on January 24 th. Pre-registrations will be taken after weekend Masses and volunteers are needed to get this done. Pre-Payment is not needed to pre-register. Cost to play is $10.00 for pre-registrants, and $15.00 at the door. Jim Bayer did an excellent job requesting and collecting approximately 60 gift certificates from area business to be raffled off as door prizes. This year s winner will be able to choose either a $ gift certificate from Stanley Steamer or 2 $50.00 gift certificates 8

9 from Ann and Tony s Restaurant. The runner up will receive the gift certificate not chosen by the winner. The menu will include Italian sausage, Bratwurst, Hot Dogs, Chips, Soft Drinks, Coffee, and Water. Ann and Tony s will donate marinara sauce as a topping. Mark Mandel and Michael Korson both presented information on cost of yard signs. The second half of Catholic Estate Planning will be on Monday January 26 th from 7:00 to 8:30 pm. Speakers will include an estate attorney, a member of the Catholic Foundation, and Mark Mandel. Volunteers are needed on Friday January 30 th to help set up for the Simple Supper which will be held after the Saturday 4:00 Mass. Volunteers are also needed to help clean up after the Simple Supper. Larry Elkins made a motion that the Knights donate $ dollars to the Youth Group for a Super Bowl Sunday pizza party. The motion was 2 nd by Tom Rasmussen. The motion was approved. Larry Elkins brought up the idea of having a west side youth rally in late September or early October. This would include other churches and councils. Skeeter Nelson asked that Larry discuss the possibilities with Katie Jones and give a report at future meetings. Tom Rasmussen discussed the need for an outreach program to contact and get more members to participate in the council activities. Rob Pierron brought up a suggestion of the council supporting a fund to help members that may need help with a true hardship by passing a collection at the monthly meetings. Skeeter Nelson added that the council could possibly have a fund raising activity for this purpose. The District Deputy reported as follows: Mike Reinhard presented Grand Knight Skeeter Nelson and Deputy Grand Knight, Program Director Tony Sommer, each with a pin for the council achieving the Star Council Award for nd and 3 rd Degrees will be held on February 22 nd at St. Andrew. Jim Bayer will pick up the Charity Tickets on February 15 th at Seton Parish. Under Good of the Order: Jerry Holland, Mike OReilly Closing Prayer was said by: Skeeter Nelson 9

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