Knights In Service to our pastor, Fr. Gavin Vavarek Volume 2012, Issue 8 August 2012 Council Chaplain Brother Knights, I m pleased to announce that Father Patrick Fenton has accepted the position as Council Chaplain. Rev. Patrick Fenton S T. M A R Y S C O U N C I L 1 1 0 9 3, L O N G V I E W T X Knights of Columbus I m sure when he gets settled in, he ll be contributing his words of wisdom and inspiration to us in upcoming newsletters. Steve Carden, Grand Knight Past Diocesan Deputy Our Past Diocesan Deputy, Bill Elliott, has stepped down from this post but is still heavily involved in the Knights of Columbus as the new State Council s Charity Fundraising Chairman and the Diocesan contact for Seminarian and Vocation Support. At the Diocesan Meeting in Carthage, he was awarded a token of the Tyler Diocesan Knights esteem by Mark Evans, Texas State Council s Charities Director. Steve Carden, Grand Knight Quotation from the Bible for Today Acts 20:35 In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said, It is more blessed to give than to receive. Bill Elliott
Grand Knight Steve Carden 903-241-4854/e-mail: shadowbabe98@gmail.com Dear Brother Knights, It s been a busy time for me learning about what is involved with being a Grand Knight. The learning curve is real steep and there is still a lot more for me to know. I m was hoping to meet everyone along this journey or at least to talk with each of you on the phone. I sent out a membership survey by e-mail a few weeks back but have heard from only one Knight. I am interested in what you think of the direction our Council is going and what ideas you may have. Just like the upcoming elections in November, you need to vote to express yourself, therefore, come to the next meeting and let your voice be heard. God bless, Steve Carden Highlights from the August 2012 Business Meeting A 1st Degree was held and two members from the Marshall Council were brought into the Knights', Joseph Wrotny & Reverend Father Edward Fernando. In memory of the passing of Deacon Tim O'Neill St. Mary's Knights of Columbus Council #11093, donated $50 in his name to the Diocese of Tyler Deaconate program. The Eric & Lois Landry Memorial Cups were introduced as a visual award to be given to the Knight of the Month (Blue Cup & White Roses) and the Knight Family of the Month (White Cup & Red Roses). KC Family & Knight of the Month for August 2012 Knight Family of the Month for August 2012 Brother Dr. Kevin McQuaid and his wife Linda and their 3 youngest children were named for their outstanding participation and serving of the poor at Martha s Kitchen. Knight of the Month for August 2012 Brother Bill Bellner was named for his outstanding service in helping an elderly, disabled St. Mary parishioner to move to a new apartment. Bill and his wife Darlene helped to coordinate, clean, pack, unpack, fix things, etc. to get this lady moved. Page 2 KNI G HT S OF COLUM BUS
Two Great Knights & Deacon s Pass Away only a Week Apart Picture to Left: Deacon Tim O Neill passed away on Sunday Aug. 5, 2012. He was a Past Grand Knight of Texarkana Council 1003, Former District Deputy for District 106, & an Assistant to the Texas State Council State Chaplain. He was serving as Faithful Navigator of the Texarkana Assembly 2719 and as Diocesan Deputy of the Tyler Diocese at the time of his death. Deacon Tim O Neill Picture to Right: Deacon Dennis Gilchrist died Sunday, August 12, 2012. He was a deacon at Christ the King Catholic Church for almost 30 years. He was a 3rd & 4th Degree Knight of Columbus. His son-in-law is our Brother Knight Jason Kubicek. Deacon Dennis Gilchrist Bishop Charles Herzig Assembly 1103 Fred Constantine, FN The Color Corp was busy these past several weeks with falling out for Gerard Cace, Deacon Tim O Neill and Deacon Dennis Gilchrist funerals. Pope's prayer intentions for: August 2012 General Intention: That prisoners may be treated with justice and respect for their human dignity Missionary Intention: Youth Witness to Christ. That young people, called to follow Christ, may be willing to proclaim and bear witness to the Gospel to the ends of the earth. September 2012 General Intention: That politicians may always act with honesty, integrity, and love for the truth. Missionary Intention: Help for the Poorest Churches. That Christian communities may have a growing willingness to send missionaries, priests, and lay people, along with concrete resources, to the poorest Churches. VOLUME 2012, ISSUE 8 Page 3
Happy Birthday to Brother Knights Don Smith August-04 Michael Taylor August-20 Joseph Cerrato August-06 Lawrence Iltis August-23 Dr. Joseph Bianca August-08 Kevin Godwin August-27 Leo Martin August-09 David Blazek August-28 Kedrick Larry August-09 Ray Meche August-10 Martin Gerber August-15 Dr. Francis Tibiletti August-16 Miles Durst August-17 Patrick Muehlstein August-19 KC Prayers for those in Need Dear Brother Knights, Please remember the following in your prayers: John Williams complications from diabetes; Tom Leahy (son-in-law of Ralph Guidroz); Robin Gorin (wife of Brother Cecil Gorin) and all of our families in need of healing. Dear Jesus, Divine Physician and Healer of the sick, we turn to you in this time of illness. We place our sick under your care and humbly ask that you restore your servant's to health again. Above all, grant us the grace to acknowledge your will and know that whatever you do, you do for the love of us. Amen. Brother Joe Kirchhoff's Aunt Margaret Peth, his mother's twin sister, has passed away suddenly this last month. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
KC Council #11093 Social Events & Activities From left to right: Brothers Bob Allen, Joe Kirchhoff, Gary Cox, Bob Ward, Steve Carden & John Ludwig try their hand at volleyball. From left to right: Brothers Gary Cox, Joe Kirchhoff, Bob Ward, & Steve Carden wait for the ball to land. Boy Scout Liam Wilson, son of Brother Deacon Blue Wilson, explains his recycling station to kids from St. Mary School to help him earn his Eagle Badge. Fourth Degree Color Guard disposing of torn and worn out US flags. From left to right: Sir Knight John Ludwig, SK Vernon Brown Jr., Fr. Gavin Vaverek, SK Jesse Molina, and SK Bob Kronschnabl. KC Council #11093 Officer Installation from left to right: John Ludwig, Bob Kronschnabl, Fr. Patrick Fenton, Bill Bellner, Jesse Molina, Steve Carden, Gary Cox & Dr. Emmanuel Elueze.
Prayers for those Men & Women in Uniform (please send in name of family members serving in military) Sgt. Aaron McWilliams, US Army, Ft. Lewis, Washington - son of Brother Gary McWilliams LT Beau D. McNeff, USAR, Fort Sam Houston our own Brother Knight Heavenly Father, truly Your goodness is so great and You have done so much for those who come to You for protection and You bless them before the watching world. We ask You today to hide our troops in the shelter of Your presence, safe from those who conspire against them. May our military men and women and their families be strong and take courage as they put their hope in you, Lord. In Christ s name, Amen. Editors Note: KC calendar of dates and events will be sent as a separate attachment added to e-mail when Newsletter is sent. The Eric & Lois Landry Memorial Cups were introduced as a visual award to be given to the Knight of the Month (Blue Cup & White Roses) and the Knight Family of the Month (White Cup & Red Roses). Each recipient is asked to say a short daily prayer in memory of Sir Eric & Lady Lois Landry while the cup is in their possession. Sir Eric & Lady Lois Landry Family of the Month Knight of the Month Page 6 KNI G HT S OF COLUM BUS