Knights of Columbus CHARITY * UNITY * FRATERNITY * PATRIOTISM Father Gabriel Council #3746 Visit: www.kofc3746.com 2150 S. Dairy Rd, Melbourne, FL 32902 COUNCIL BULLETIN NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2018 Council Meetings - 2 nd & 4 th Tuesday of the Month @ 7:00pm Columbus Club Meeting - 3 rd Monday of the Month @ 7:00pm Father Gabriel Council Officers & Directors Officers of KofC Council 3746, 2018-2019 Grand Knight Vito Abramowicz 321-243-3063 Delta-vit@outlook.com Deacon/Spiritual Advisor Jim Fern 727-678-4458 jimjfern@outlook.com Deputy GK Frank Meyer 321-917-4657 fmeyer@brevard.net Financial Secretary Jules Moquin, PGK 321-288-4900 moquinj2639@hotmail.com Chancellor Dave DeFino 818-943-4290 dd@daviddefino.com Recorder Bob Jones, PGK 978-502-2996 bonesy823@gmail.com Treasurer Curtis Hill, DMD 321-412-6012 brevardtoothdoctor@yahoo.com Warden Jonathon Urdaneta 321-872-5105 urdaneta44100@yahoo.com Lecturer Raul Ortega, PGK 321-474-4508 rortega@nuvosource.com Advocate Vacant Inside Guard Eric Ponce 321-773-7500 Eric@EricPonce.com Outside Guard Edward Reilly 321-961-0914 tarahillaoh@aol.com 1 st Year Trustee Clifford Fisher 321-321-7557 2 nd Year Trustee Andy Berman, PGK 321-676-0076 ansedr468@bellsouth.net 3 rd Year Trustee Vince Greco, PGK 321-693-3872 vince70043@hotmail.com Fraternal Agent Shane Baker 337-802-1178 Officers of 4 th Degree, 2018-2019 Faithful Navigator Jim Kiffer 321-720-1408 jimandjanan@gmail.com Faithful Admiral Vincent Modeen 321-298-6289 modeenairandheat@gmail.com Ladies Axillary, 2018-2019 President TBD Vice President TBD Columbus Club Officers, 2018-2019 President Vito Barbieri 603-770-5861 Vito144@aol.com Vice President Bill Bentley 321-339-3674 bentley_bill@yahoo.com Treasurer Jonnie Riviera 321-508-3624 jrmr1990@bellsouth.net Secretary Steve Kearchner 407-406-8340 skaercher@brighthouse.com Rental Agent Vito Barbieri 603-770-5861 Vito144@aol.com 1 st Year Trustee Eugene Rua 321-725-3119 drua@cfl.rr.com 2 nd Year Trustee TBD Committees of KofC Council 3746, 2018-2019 Faith Director Dave DeFino 818-943-4290 dd@daviddefino.com Family Director Jonnie Riviera 321-508-3624 jrmr1990@bellsouth.net Community Director Frank Meyer 321-917-4657 fmeyer@brevard.net Life Director Vito Abramowicz 321-243-3063 Delta-vit@outlook.com Membership Chairman Dave DeFino 818-943-4290 dd@daviddefino.com Retention Chairman Jules Moquin, PGK 321-288-4900 moquinj2639@hotmail.com Tootsie Roll Chairman Frank Meyer 321-917-4657 fmeyer@brevard.net KCH in Christmas Chair Edward Reilly 321-961-0914 tarahillaoh@aol.com Fraternal Benefits Shane Baker 337-802-1178 Web Master Dave DeFino 818-943-4290 dd@daviddefino.com Communication Gary Jennings 321-253-3402 gary@geodetic.com Bulletin Editor Raul Ortega 321-474-4508 rortega@nuvosource.com Bulletin Photographer Ariana Ortega H. 321-751-2409 Grand Knight s Message To my Brother Knights & Council Family, Thanksgiving Reflections As a Catholics we should have a heart of charity and thanksgiving every day. Whereas it is the duty of all Nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey his will, to be grateful for his benefits, and humbly to implore his protection and favor and whereas both Houses of Congress have by their joint Committee requested me to recommend to the People of the United States a day of public thanksgiving and prayer to be observed by acknowledging with grateful hearts the many signal favors of Almighty God especially by affording them an opportunity peaceably to establish a form of government for their safety and happiness. (Opening quote from the Thanksgiving Proclamation signed by George Washington, President of the United States of America, October 3, 1789) We have been the recipients of the choicest bounties of Heaven; we have been preserved these many years in peace and prosperity; we have grown in numbers, wealth, and power as no other nation has ever grown. ~ Abraham Lincoln, at Thanksgiving time during the Civil War, 1863 We Knights of Columbus humbly pray to the Lord Jesus Christ and our Mother Mary Amen. Happy Thanksgiving, Vito Abramowicz, Grand Knight State Officers, 2018-2019 District Deputy Douglas Blair 321-412-2191 dd30flakofc@gmail.com District Warden Robert Burgess
COUNCIL URGENT MESSAGES Council Lounge Open Every Friday from 5 to 11pm, Kitchen serves from 6 to 8pm. Come with your friends & join us for great food & amazing spirits in our Lounge Formation Degree-Wed. Nov. 7 th, 2018 at 1900 hrs. in Council Chambers Need Volunteers to help in the Kitchen Friday nights & for cleaning crews-asap KofC Florida State Raffle Get your tickets in our Lounge Get ready for our Christmas Party Dec. 15, 2018, Details to follow Brother Knights-Be sure to submit your reports for all hours worked/donated during our current fiscal year Visit our website and Facebook Page!! Don t forget to bring in a non-perishable item for our Food Drive!! Forward any comments/suggestions to council.editor@kofc3746.com and visit www.kofc3746.com Soul Food for Thought November/December Message Being a Knight for the Eucharist It is a Knight s duty to be of service and be humble in his service. Council Spiritual Advisor Message: St. Teresa of Avila, one of the three women doctors of the church, is renowned for her deep and mystical gifts of contemplation. She has written of her contemplation on humility and detachment of one s self. In her book the Interior Castle, her reflections on the Eucharist are utterly profound. She asks our Father why He would desire to see Jesus being crushed and suffer every day in wretched hands. If any of us who might have bouts of pride from time to time, remember your sins and how when receiving the Eucharist in your hands you are crushing Christ with your wretched hands because of those sins. This reminds us of the need to strive for sinless character so that we may be a pure vessel for the reception of Our Lord. A pure vessel made by humility and determination to live a sinless life. We must fight against sin in service to Our Lord with the desire to help relieve Him of His suffering. Yours in Christ, Jim Fern Our main war as a Christian is against sin. Fight against sin like a Knight for Christ in humble service to Him. US ARMED SERVICES VETERAN BROTHER KNIGHTS THANK YOU & WELCOME HOME! A Veteran is someone who, at one point in their life, wrote a blank check made payable to "The United States of America", for an amount of "up to and including my life." Author Unknown KNIGHTS of COLUMBUS COUNCIL#3746 UNITED STATES ARMED FORCES VETERANS AIR FORCE Duty Tour ARMY Duty Tour MARINES Duty Tour NAVY Duty Tour Edward P. Reilly 1947-77 Joseph A. Dobbin 1948-51 Kenneth Ondrus 1963-68 Frank Gallagher --- Jules Moquin 1954-84 Herman F. Bishop 1954-58 Rev.Rick W.Beauton 1969-93 William Scott --- Anselm Berman Jr. 1956-60 Anthony Sluzenski 1955-57 ----- --- Edward Stives 1951-55 William Skinner 1962-65 Stephen M. Cona 1964-66 ----- --- Clifford Fisher 1952-56 Vincent Modeen 1976-80 Vito Barbieri 1966-71 ----- --- Richard Klenotich 1958-62 Ron Berthelette 1984-04 ----- --- ----- --- James Weppler 1967-70 ----- --- ----- --- ----- --- Raul Ortega 1968-72 ----- --- ----- --- ----- --- Thank you for serving our country and protecting our freedom! (Please forward any corrections or additions as well as names and data of additional council member veterans to: council.editor@kofc3746.com) 2
With Honor & In Special Recognition November/December Knight of the Month BK Edward Riley Brother Ed Riley is our outstanding member who is always helping our Columbus Club and Council. Ed is our Keep Christ in Christmas program chairman who has spearheaded this program is the past and this coming Christmas Season. In addition, he is the Knight who always organizers our Yearly Garage Sales. We are very grateful for Ed s Support of our Council. November/December Family of the Month PGK Vincent & Gwen Greco The Greco Family is always there for our Council! You will find Brother Vince in the hall helping with maintenance, OLL School activities & church ministries. Gwen is active member in our OLL parish and decorates our club for each season. The whole family very often pitches in with help. We are lucky to have them as our support! Thank you to all of you for all the hard work! GK Vito Abramowicz KofC SERVICE RECOGNITION For those Brother Knights who have served our Knights of Columbus Order for over 15 years: NOTE: If you have 15 or more years of service, please email your name/anniversary date/years of service to: council.editor@kofc3746.com. Its easy: Just click on the link!!! COUNCIL CHARITY & SOCIAL FUNCTIONS Brother Knight Years of Service Anniversary Date Joseph Cerino 67 February 1, 2018 Dante D. Cianelloi 58 March 1, 2018 Daniel M. Brinkman 52 April 1, 2018 PGK Alfred Cordova 52 November 1, 2018 Edward P. Reilly 42 September 1, 2018 Robert Jones 40 April 1, 2018 Andy Berman 32 January 1, 2018 Francis A. Blain 32 February 1, 2018 Frank M. Facciobene 32 TBD PGK/FDD Tony Vecchi 30 January 2, 2018 PGK Raul Ortega 29 September1, 2018 James M. Arno 28 August 1, 2018 Vince Greco 23 2018 James E. Carroll 17 March 7, 2018 O.L.L. Coffee & Donuts After 8 & 10:30am Masses November 4 th, 2018 through April 7 th, 2019 Join us and let s get to know each other!!! FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER & OUR COUNCIL FAMILY In your prayers, please remember the souls of all our departed Brother Knights & Family Members. May their souls and the souls of all the faithful rest in peace. Also, please remember to pray for those who are sick and suffering. LORD, HEAR OUR PRAYERS! Please Email council.editor@kofc3746.com with notice of any Brother Knight or family member who is ill, suffering or deceased so that we may include them in our prayers. 3
COUNCIL CHARITY & SOCIAL FUNCTIONS COUNCIL FUNCTIONS PLANNED FOR THE COMING MONTHS of 2018/2019 FUNCTION DATE CONTACT State Soccer Challenge Nov. 03, 2018 Herman Bishop FIT Spaghetti Dinner Nov. 07, 2018 Vito Abramowicz Spelling Bee TBD Herman Bishop Tootsie Roll Drive TBD November Frank Meyer Council Christmas Party Dec. 15, 2018 Vito Abramowicz Council Basketball Free Throw Jan. 14-19, 2019 Herman Bishop Patriotic Rosary Jan. 19, 2019 Orlando Rodriguez Blood Drive Jan. 27, 2019 Vince Greco Quarterly Corp. Communion Feb. TBD Dave DeFino All of these activities are in the planning stages. We need more involvement from Brother Knights who are interested in growing our council into a Family oriented council!! (All phone numbers are on page 1. of this Bulletin) SEE or CALL THE GRAND KNIGHT OR DEPUTY GRAND KNIGHT FOR MORE DETAILS! COUNCIL HALL LOUNGE OPEN EVERY FRIDAY @ 5PM & Dinner/Orders 6 to 8pm! JOIN US FOR HAPPY HOUR & GREAT - FRESH PREPARED DINNER TREATS OUR PRICES CANNOT BE BEAT!! WE ARE NOW NON-SMOKING!! *Please see complete Menu in Last page of this Bulletin Bring the Kids for Dinner, Fun & Games!! COUNCIL SUPPORT SERVICES SUPPORT SERVICES PROVIDED BY BOTHER KNIGHTS * SUPPORT SERVICE BROTHER KNIGHT* CONTACT NUMBER A/C & Heating Melbourne AC-call Norm (321) 302-2002 Catholic Services Deacon Ed Stives (321)409-6299 K of C Insurance John Barfield (407)433-5421 Lawn & Garden Joe Milo (321)506-8914 Lawn & Garden R&P Services (321)302-2646 Mortgage/Finance Jeffery Halverson (321)215-5116 Handyman Eric (321)223-1094 Handyman Wilber Cruz (321)501-6290 Real Estate Chip Allen (321)543-0971 Water Solutions Erik Hansen (321)323-6769 * or Trusted and Recommended Service Providers Please Email council.editor@kofc3746.com if you want to be listed as a Council Family services provider 4
COUNCIL CHARITY & SOCIAL FUNCTIONS - continued Related Council Charity or Social Functions DATE EVENT LOCATION TIME CHARITY CONTACT PERSON 3 rd Monday Monthly 4 th Degree Serving Daily Bread Daily Bread Grand Knight Ongoing Council Food Drive Council Hall Several Grand Knight Nov. 7 th 2 nd Degree Council Hall Grand Knight Nov. 17 th Holy Name of Jesus 4 th Degree Dinner Holy Name $12.50/Person Grand Knight Nov. 30 th Fourth Degree Grand Knight DISTRICT 30 SOCCER CHALLENGE RESULTS CHAMPIONS 9 14 YEAR OLDS BOYS SCORE GIRLS SCORE Matthew Grainer 195 Hannah Dollar 155 Luke Foster 175 Cecelia Nardone 145 Carlos Mendez 95 London Matteson 130 Michael Rizzo 185 Lean Carraway 230 Adam Kleier 215 Haley Kolarik 225 Sean Rich 100 Hennessy Rodriguez 145 Congratulations to all our Champs!!!! Life Insurance as a Gift?? The initial reaction for many people when you mention life insurance as a gift is a quick step back and a questioning stare. How morbid, they may think quietly or aloud. While it may seem that way when you first mention it, life insurance is a really thoughtful gift that can be a financial life preserver in tough times. The problem with life insurance is the general perception. Many think of life insurance only in cases where someone dies. Life insurance should, in fact, be thought of as a precautionary protective measure for a family unit. The purchase of this product can mean saving your home, sending your children to college, and preserving your spouse s quality of life in the event of your death. One of the times you may want to purchase life insurance for someone is when a family has a new baby. It s a great, low-cost way to set money aside for the future (i.e. college tuition, housing, business start-up, etc.). Of greater importance, it ensures these children will have insurance as adults, in case an illness later in life makes him or her uninsurable. Newlyweds are also ideal recipients for life insurance. As they join their lives and financial responsibilities, young couples need to make sure that their early investments are fully protected. If something were to happen to one of them, the other may be faced with serious financial hardship. A life insurance policy is an ideal way to ensure their future and protect their assets. As nontraditional as it may be, life insurance is a wise and caring gift to purchase for many people. I look forward to meeting with each of you to discuss your family s needs. Call me today!!! Fraternal Insurance Agent Shane Baker 337-802-1178 5
Vito Barbieri 321-984-1899 Nonrefundable Deposit $400 Lounge Snap Room. Plus $25 for Bartender w/rental of Hall or Snap Room $ 75 $100 $300 $300 CALL 321-984-1899 Visit www.kofc3746.com For more info & pictures! 6
Gabby's Grille 2150 Dairy Rd, West Melbourne Kitchen open Fridays From 5:30 to 8pm Full Service Bar Open From 5:30 to 11pm Credit & Debit Cards Accepted APPETIZERS French Fry Basket $3.50 Chicken Tenders Basket w/ Fries $5.75 Mozzarella Sticks $4.00 Chicken Wings (6) add.80 each $5.75 Onion Rings $3.50 Mild, Medium or Hot Buffalo, Appetizer Platter $10.25 Butter & Garlic or Bar-B-Q Sauces (Hoops, Tenders, Sticks & Fries) W/ Fries $7.25 Grilled Chicken Sandwich $7.00 Includes Choice of Fries or Cole Slaw MAIN MENU $5.50 Hamburger W/Lettuce, Tomato, Fried Shrimp Fried Shrimp Basket W/ Fries $7.00 Onion, Pickle & Mayo $4.25 Fried Fish Sandwich (Flounder/cod) $5.50 W/ Fries $6.00 W/ Fries $7.00 Cheeseburger w/ Lettuce, Tomato, Fried Fish Basket (Flounder or Cod) $8.00 Onion, Pickle & Mayo $4.75 (Includes Fries) W/ Fries $6.50 Reilly Seafood Special $10.00 Hot Dog $1.75 W/ Flounder or Cod, Shrimp, W/ Fries $3.50 Clam Strips, Fries & Cole Slaw Gabby Double Stack Burger $9.00 W/Cheese, Lettuce, tomato, Pickle, Mayo, Onion Rings, Fries & Cole Slaw Grilled Cheese Sandwich $3.00 W/ Fries $4.50 We offer SPECIALS every Friday PUBLIC IS ALWAYS WELCOME 7