Our Lady of Joy Council Newsletter September 2018

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1 Council Officers Grand Knight Duane Cardamone Deputy Grand Knight Ken Wyland Chaplain Fr. Al Zapf Chancellor Rob Cecchetti Recorder Carl Vitalbo Financial Secretary Sal Altomare Treasurer Rich Wegrzyn Advocate Steve Winslow Lecturer Wally Barton Warden Bill Paiano Outside Guard Jon Creighan Inside Guard Ken Saybel Inside Guard Adam McLaughlin Trustee 1 Year Bob Carozza Trustee 2 Year Don Jackson Trustee 3 Year Bob Pembrooke Our Lady of Joy Council Newsletter September 2018 Charity Unity FROM THE GRAND KNIGHT Fraternity Patriotism This is a difficult article to write due to many factors, but most notable is the fact that my mind is not 100% focused on the writing as much as I am on the emotions that I am feeling. I have many negative thoughts going through my head but I am trying to block those out and look at the positive side of life. I hope I can accomplish this task and that it makes you contemplate and develop your own ideas. Use this as a springboard to great memories. First and foremost are my mixed emotions on the changes that are happening and those that are yet to come to our Church and to a greater extent to the entire Catholic Church and Religion. I promised to be positive so I will pick out a gem amidst all of the rhetoric and negativism. Fr. Al - Now that s a positive pillar that you can build upon. We have had the joy of sharing many years with him. I know from talking with many of you that Fr. Al has added Peace, Comfort, Support and Joy to your life - in good and bad times. Over the last 3 years my Family and I have had the pleasure to get to know Fr. Al much better and he has brought Peace, Serenity, Compassion and Strength to us. He has been there to aid and reassure us in sorrowful times and he has been there to celebrate with us in joyous times. I can t thank him enough for showing me how to be a more patient person - I am still working on this Father. His words have stayed with me and I pray for that understanding and compassion daily. His strength and strong moral character are hidden behind his soft calming voice. He gets your attention and teaches without being loud and boisterous. For those of you reading this (hopefully more than just me) I ask you to sit back and reflect on your personal interactions with our Chaplain. I am sure you will find a smile coming across your face and a great memory or two running through your brain as you recall a personal conversation, a funny little story, or one of his lighthearted jokes. All of these, when you think about them, were teaching moments for him. He always made the best out of any situation. He definitely speaks softly but carries a big stick (His true Love of God & teaching others how to Love). In the last 3 weeks we have with Fr. Al, our Spiritual Leader, lets really embrace his teachings, his humor, but mostly lets embrace the Heart & Sole of a True Man of God. We need more like him as our Faith Leaders. We will all be better people and religiously enlightened by his presence and teachings. Fr. Al we wish you the best in your new role, we are confident that you will be a fair and compassionate Administrator to your new flock. We will miss you and are saddened that you are leaving. It is God s Will that these changes are occurring and we pray that one day to be reunited with you as our Pastor. God Bless You & Keep You Safe. VIVAT JESUS, Duane Cardamone, Grand Knight MISSSION STATEMENT Our Lady of Joy Parish, Knights of Columbus Council #12219, is a brotherhood of Catholic gentlemen. The Council provides an opportunity for fellowship with men who hold the same beliefs, values and priorities in life and in God. We are dedicated to the support of our brothers, their families, our parish, the community, our country and the Catholic Faith. Our charitable work, worship and devotion are unified as we focus on the four principles of our Order; Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism.

2 FROM THE CHAPLAIN (Note: Since Fr. Al was very busy this week with moving, meetings and the 50 th Anniversary celebration, I took the liberty of using his From the Pastor article in the September 30 issue of our church bulletin.) Today we conclude the month of September, and it is hard to believe, I know. Our readings today call us to see ourselves as an important part of the Body of Christ. But if a part of the Body causes us to sin, cut it off, or pluck it out, because it would be better to enter eternal life crippled than to be thrown into Gehenna, (the place of eternal fires and sufferings) where their worm does not die, and the fire is not quenched. No member of the body can presume to get along without the others, meaning we need to see each other member, each other part of the Body of Christ, as an important part that will lead us to be a complete Body, a complete Church, a complete being of love. All together we manifest the fullness of the presence of the Lord to the world. So let us love one another and accept one another as the Lord loves and accepts each of us. Thanks to all who came to my party last week. Also, may the Lord pour down special graces and peace upon the entire parish during this 50 th ANNIVERSARY YEAR. As we finish September, we are now in the autumn season, and the leaves are turning colors and the air is cool, but the beauty of creation is all around us. October is the month of the ROSARY, and since we have the beautiful travelling painting of OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE, let us spend some time honoring our Blessed Mother with prayers and thanks. This week, October 4 th, I celebrate my 38 th year to the priesthood; I have been blessed knowing you. Also, that day Bishop Zubik will be here to celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation for the young people of the parish. Some people have asked me that since I will be the ADMINISTRATOR of the parishes in Monroeville and Penn Hills, will I still have masses. Yes. I would be the acting Pastor, but besides what I do now, I have to make sure all masses are planned, people are living in their rectories, places are cleaned, and people are nice??? But anyway, I will be having masses and confessions and joy and hope and love from the Lord. Please keep me in your prayers. GOD BLESS YOU, YOUR CHAPLAIN, FR. AL ZAPF+ HE S NOT HEAVY, HE S MY BROTHER Brother Jim Morris requests that some Brothers visit him at the Southwestern Veteran s Center on Highland Drive. His address is Southwestern Veterans Center, 7060 Highland Drive, Pittsburgh, PA His phone number is Brother Jim welcomes visitors and cards and letters. Please let him know we are thinking of him. GOOD OF THE ORDER Please keep these Brothers in your prayers: Larry Howard, Jr. Lou & Rose Hribik Joe Joyce Lou MaFrice Jim Morris Phil Morrison Joe Olszewski Don Smith Angelo Tardio Ken Tronsberg UPCOMING EVENTS 10.04: Officer/Agenda Meeting, 7:00p, OLOJ Hall 10.07: Columbus Day Dinner, Shadow Lakes 10.11: PA Sports Hall of Fame Induction, Edgewood CC 10.13: Men s Bible Study Group, 9:30a, OLOJ Hall 10.14: Combined Mass, 10:00a, OLOJ 10.14: Fall Golf Outing, Links at Spring Church 10.16: Seminarian Dinner, 6:30p, OLOJ Hall 10.18: Business Meeting, 6:00p, OLOJ Hall (NOTE TIME CHANGE) 10.18: Men s Nite Out, 7:30p, OLOJ Hall 11.01: Officer/Agenda Meeting, 7:00p, OLOJ Hall 11.09: Adopt-A-Highway, 10:00a, Nesbit s Lanes 11.10: Combined Mass, 10:00a, OLOJ : Penny Collection after all Masses 11.11: 4 Th Degree Memorial Mass, 10:00a, OLOJ 11.15: Business Meeting, 7:00p, OLOJ Hall 11.17: Tootsie Roll Drive 1804, 9:00a-5:00p, Shop-N-Save OCTOBER BIRTHDAYS Tony Deangelo Pat Shields Larry Howard Don Smith Joe Henretty Tony Leonzio Clyde Henry Steve Thompson Steve Baker Rich DeGrano Bob Metzgar COMBINED MASS Brother Knights joined the Holy Name Society and Ladies Guild for the Combined Mass on September 9. The Combined Mass takes place on the 2 nd Sunday of every month at the 10:00am Mass. Please join our Council brothers and their families sitting in the left-front pews.

3 SEPTEMBER 20 BUSINESS MEETING HIGHLIGHTS Chaplain s Report: Fr. Al reported that he was ready for the reorganization of Parishes. He thanked everyone for attending the meeting and the dinner to take place afterwards. The Church is experiencing sad times now, but we still have to spread the word of the Gospel. He encouraged everyone to accept our new Priest with charity and kindness. GK Report: The Council received a thank you note from Holly Davenport for our contribution to the burial costs for her daughter. The Council received a thank you note from the participants of the Pilgrimage to the National Shrine for our contribution to purchase snacks for the bus ride. The Council received a solicitation from Holy Rosary Council to purchase wreaths for military graves in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Wreaths are $15 each, and if 2 wreaths are purchased a free wreath will be added. The annual Columbus Day Dinner is on October 7 at Shadow Lakes. Membership: The Council has 140 members; 93 Associate, 42 Insurance and 5 Inactive. Goals: 9 Members/0 Actual; 3 Insurance/0 Actual. Chancellor Report: The new One Bread/One Body pamphlets are available for distribution. The next Men s Bible Study Group will meet on September 22 at 9:00a. In the future they will meet on the first Saturday of the month. Church: A Food Truck Rally is scheduled for Sunday, September 30 in the church parking lot. The Council will sell Funnel Cakes at the rally. Fr. Al s Farewell Party is scheduled for September 22 after the 6:00p mass. Community: Fall Golf Outing is scheduled for October 14 at the Links at Spring Church. Registration forms are available at the back of the Church. The AAH Litter Collection scheduled for September 8 was cancelled due to excessive rain. The next AAH Litter Collection is scheduled for Friday, November 9. The agreement with the State has been renewed to September 8, The next Blood Drive is scheduled for January 27, Council: The next Biscotti Sale is scheduled for the weekend of September after all masses. The next Combined Mass is scheduled for October 14 at 10:00am. All brothers in attendance are requested to sit in the left front pews. A Men s Nite Out is scheduled for October 18 after the Business meeting. COAL Tickets and Football Sweeps Tickets are available for pick-up after the meeting. Family: Brother Joe Dello Stritto expressed his gratitude for Council s ad in the PA Sports Hall of Fame Program. The next Spanish Mass is scheduled for September 30 at 6:30p. The 4th Degree Color Guard will be present at the mass. Youth: The next Seminarian Dinner is scheduled for October 16 at 6:30p. Respect for Life: The 3rd Tootsie Roll Drive on September 1 collected a total of $700, the most so far. The 4th and final Tootsie Roll Drive of the 2018 Campaign is scheduled for Saturday, November 17, the Saturday before Thanksgiving. The next Penny Collection is scheduled for the weekend of November after all masses. Unfinished Business: Nothing to report. New Business: The Council approved a motion to donate $300 to purchase 20 wreaths for military graves at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. With the purchase of 20 wreaths, 10 additional wreaths are free, making the total number of wreaths 30. The Council received a request from the Youth Ministry to host one of the upcoming FIRE Mass dinners. The Youth Ministry will purchase the food, and the Council will prepare, serve and clean-up after the dinner. The Council selected March 2, 2019 as the dinner to host. The place for the dinner is undetermined at this time. Chairman Frank Papciak was requested to further investigate the purchase of safety vests for the AAH volunteers. Fourth Degree Report: A 4th Degree Memorial mass is scheduled for November 11 at 10:00a at OLOJ Church. The contact person for the 4th Degree Color Guard is Joe Burke, , jpburkeiii@verizon.net. Field Agent Report: The FA described the benefits of the KoC Life Insurance program. In addition to Life Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance for 3, 5 or 10 year terms, and Disability Insurance are also available. District Deputy Report: The DD discussed some future issues associated with having 1 Parish and 2 Councils (4242 and 12219). To facilitate the new organization, it is recommended that a joint meeting of both Councils be conducted to discuss each Council s activities and programs. A single point of contact person from each Council should be chosen to schedule activities involving the Church. The DD stated that Christmas Seals will be picked-up by the representative from Council 4242.

4 ADOPT-A-HIGHWAY The AAH Litter Collection scheduled for September 8 was cancelled due to excessive rain. Chairman Frank Papciak has scheduled the next Adopt-A-Highway Cleanup for Friday, November 9. We patrol the 2 mile stretch of Leechburg Road from New Texas Road to Sardis Road. To volunteer, please call Frank at or papciakfw@comcast.net. All Volunteer s please meet at Nesbit's Bowling Lanes at 10am. FALL GOLF OUTING Our Lady of Joy Knights of Columbus Fall Golf Outing is set for Sunday, October 14 th at the Links at Spring Church. Cost of the outing is $65 per golfer and includes green fees and cart for 18 holes, dinner, refreshments, and skill prizes. The event is open to all golfers. Entry forms for the outing can be found on the tables in the church vestibule and on the OLOJ website. Details are provided on the entry form. Please submit your entry forms as soon as possible. Brother Bob Pembrooke is the Chairman. FIRST REPONDERS RECOGNITION MASS OLOJ Evangelization Ministry hosted the 3 rd Annual Recognition Mass for First Responders on Sunday, September 9 at the Noon Mass. Father Al offered a blessing in appreciation for current and retired Plum Police Department. Plum EMS, and Fire Departments from Holiday Park, Renton, Unity, Logan s Ferry and Sardis. After Mass the Responders and their families were invited to the Church Hall for a luncheon. Those helping with this event were ministry leads Brother Joe Dello Stritto & wife Carol, and Brothers Jeff McCarrick, Ed Novosel and Jim Cummings. SUCCESSFUL TOOTSIE ROLL DRIVE Our 3 rd Tootsie Roll Drive of the 2018 campaign was conducted on Saturday, September 1 from 9:00a to 5:00p in front of Shop-N-Save on Rt Eight Brothers volunteered to withstand the heat and humidity to collect donations for St. Anthony School for Exceptional Children and the McGuire Home. We collected a total of $700, the most so far, bringing our Grand Total to $2,003 for the year. We have only $500 to go to reach our goal of $2,500. This is due to the dedication & cooperative spirit of the Brothers who volunteer their time and energy for a worthy cause. Chairman Carl Vitalbo thanks all the volunteers. Bob Carozza & Ed Novosel John Amato & Jeff McCarrick Wally Barton & Bob Parker Jim Cummings & Carl Vitalbo

5 MENS NIGHT OUT Our Council is hosting a Men s Night Out social on Thursday, October 18 at 7:30p in the Church Hall. The Business meeting will start early at 6:00p. All men of the parish are invited and we would like you to invite a relative, friend or neighbor to come along. Food and refreshments will be served and, as in the past, we plan to have a great night. If you would like to attend, please contact Don Stanczak at or at dstan4759@aol.com. or Grand Knight Duane Cardamone at or duanecardamone@gmail.com, or if you have a friend that is already a Knight let them know. BISCOTTI SALE Chairman Mark Tierno has rescheduled the next Biscotti Sale after all masses to the weekend of September Three volunteers are needed for each mass. Proceeds from this event enable us to continue to support all our charities, seminarians, scholarship fund and our parish. To volunteer, contact Mark at or marktierno1@yahoo.com. MEN S BIBLE STUDY GROUP MEETING As mentioned during recent Council meetings, the Men's Bible Study Group is planning to meet again on: Date: Saturday, October 13 Time: 9:30am-11:00am Location: OLOJ Hall If you are interested in attending, please contact Rob Cecchetti at cecchett@pitt.edu or phone (call or text), or Joe Dello Stritto at cjmellodello@comcast.net or phone (call only, no text). If you have any questions, please contact Joe or Rob. Hope to see you there. Great conversations, teachings and insight. We hope to see some new faces with us in October. It is good stuff, gentleman.

6 ACTIVITY PLANNING SCHEDULE We have a very active Council. When too many activities and events occur in the same month, it strains our manpower and resources. To better coordinate our events and minimize the impact of too many activities, we follow an Activity Planning Schedule. The chart below lists the events, the Chairman and target week of occurrence. An exact date is not required for planning purposes. The planning schedule is updated yearly at the Officer/Director meeting. Please provide any corrections, recommendations, comments, suggestions or concerns to the Deputy Grand Knight Ken Wyland ACTIVITY PLANNING SCHEDULE CODE EVENT Chairman JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC COM Adopt A Highway F. Papciak WK2 WK1 WK2 WK2 CH Angel Tree Grand Knight WK1 COU Biscotti Sales* M. Tierno WK2 WK2 COU Bishops Project Dinner Grand Knight WK2 COM Blood Drive B. Parker COU Chapter Meeting Grand Knight CH Christmas Church Decoration L. DiGirolamo WK3 FAM Christmas Party J. DelloStritto WK2 COU COAL Tickets* M.Tierno COM Coat Drive Grand Knight COU Combined Communion Mass Grand Knight WK2 WK2 WK2 WK2 WK2 WK2 WK2 WK2 WK2 WK2 WK2 WK2 YOU Easter Bunny Lunch B. Carozza WK1 CH Easter Church Decoration L. DiGirolamo WK1 COU Fish Bake* Winslow/DelloStritto WK3-4 WK1-4 WK1-2 COU Football Sweeps* M. Tierno COM Golf Outing* B. Pembrooke WK2 WK2 CH Ground Maintenance OLOJ M. Tierno WK3 COU Installation of Officers/PGK Dinner Grand Knight WK2 YOU Lunch with Santa B. Carozza WK2 COU Membership/Mens Nite Out D. Stanczak WK2 COM Night at the Races* M. Tierno WK1 CH Parish Festival DiGirolamo/Allman WK2 RFL Penny Collection* K. Wyland WK1 WK1 COU Pirate Game/Tailgate Grand Knight WK4 COM Plum Community Days* Winslow/Allman WK4 YOU Scholarship Award B. Carozza WK1 WK1 YOU Seminarian Dinner B. Carozza WK3 FAM Soup Night J. DelloStritto WK2 RFL Tootsie Roll Drive* C. Vitalbo WK4 WK1 WK1 WK3 FAM Wives Appreciation Dinner J. DelloStritto WK1 * Indicates Fund Raisers Day/Week Code 1-7 WK WK WK WK4 Please forward any articles, corrections, comments or suggestions to the Editor Carl Vitalbo at 70flyer@gmail.com Would you like to find out more about becoming a Knight? Contact our Council s Membership Director, Don (724)