* ONE MEMBER * PER COUNCIL * PER MONTH * NH State Council Weekly 2016-07-25 Your NH Knights News: KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS NH STATE COUNCIL Financial Secretary/ Comptroller Training, Hillsboro, NH Aug 28, 2016 NH State Website: www.nhknights.org Prayer requests: Father Robert Smolley, Rev. Daniel Sinibaldi, Sav Gusti, Ivy Faith Bond (07-25-2016) Father Adrien Longchamps, SK Lionel Coulon An Invitation from Gate of Heaven Parish, Lancaster, NH (06-28-2016) Camp Fatima Camporee (07-04-2016) The 2016 Keep Christ in Christmas Program (07-11-2016) Exemplary Knights of Columbus Programs 2016-17 (07-11-2016) Safe Environment Program (07-25-2016) State Vocations Director Report (07-25-2016) New Council Development Report (07-25-2016) State Function Coordinator Chairman Report (07-25-2016) K of C Nonpartisan National Voter Registration Program (07-25-2016) Council Officers Leadership Success Planning (07-25-2016) State Kidney Fund update (07-25-2016) Salem, NH Baby Safe Haven Program (07-25-2016) Building The Domestic Church by Promotion of the Family Rosary (07-18-2016) Update on Janet and SK Ken Goddard, FDD (07-25-2016) Upcoming Degree Exemplifications (06-27-2016) + Important Dates to Remember: August 1-4, 2016: Supreme Convention, Toronto, Ontario, Canada August 28, 2016: Financial Secretary Training, Hillsboro, NH September 3-5, 2016: Camporee Weekend at Camp Fatima September 17, 2016: Second/Third Degree, Council 2179, Exeter, NH October 8, 2016: State Scholarship Ball, State Charity Raffle, Rochester, NH + Editor s Note: I have assumed the duties of publishing this weekly briefing. Please submit your entries to me at raylemay@comcast.net. See page 10 for more information. + Page 1 of 14
+ PRAYER REQUESTS + Brothers: Please keep in your thoughts, all our brother Knights and their families, that need our prayers Update: Assistant State Chaplain Father Robert Smolley Mount Carmel Manchester, NH (07-04-2016) Fr. Smolley is currently at the Mount Carmel Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, 235 Myrtle St, Manchester, NH 03104, Room 404 and is receiving visitors. He is currently on an exercise program and is progressing as well as expected. Fr. Robert is planning for the Annual State Retreat. Fr. Robert expects to be out of Mount Carmel within the next two weeks, if not sooner. SW Raymond Lemay. Prayer request: Reverend Daniel J. Sinibaldi, St Mary s Parish, Rochester, NH, hospitalized (06-06-2016) Father Dan Sinibaldi is at home having terminated his work at the parishes. He has requested no visitors and is appreciative of continued prayers. Cards may be sent to Rev Dan Sinibaldi St Mary Church 71 Lowell St., Rochester, NH 03867. DD#9 Bill Gehring Prayer Request: Former Vice Supreme Master Sav Guisti, Bishop James A. Healy Province (11-23-2015) Sav recently suffered a stroke and is in need of our prayers. PSD Joel Plante, DM Prayer Request: Ivy Faith Bond, Daughter of Brother Knight Chris Bond, Bedford Council (06-27-2016) My daughter's name is Ivy Faith Bond, age 2. She had open heart surgery to repair her tricuspid valve at the Mayo Clinic on Wednesday, June 29th. The operation was successful. My family appreciates your prayers and those of our brother knights and their families for Ivy's successful surgery and speedy recovery. Prayer Request: Fr. Adrien Longchamps, Chaplain for Council 5260 at B&W Hospital, Boston (07-18-2016) Fr Longchamps went to B &W Hospital, Boston for a consult for valve replacement and the opening of two clogged arteries. I am currently awaiting an update. SW Ray Lemay Prayer Request for Sir Knight Lionel Coulon, Bishop Bradley Assembly 626, Manchester, NH (07-25-2016) SK Lionel entered the Hospital for back surgery in regards to his continuing neck/back problems. He returned last week for a second surgery which corrected other issues as well as reducing pain in his lower back. He is currently at home recuperating. ST Joseph Kowalik III. + Page 2 of 14
An Invitation from Gate of Heaven Parish, Lancaster, NH 06-27-2016 Gate of Heaven Parish will be hosting Gate of Mercy, a day-long celebration of faith on Sunday August 7, 2016 from 11:30am-7:30pm at All Saints Church, 163 Main Street in Lancaster, NH. This major event will include fun activities for all ages, inspiring talks, a bouncy house and games for kids, a bagged lunch, BBQ dinner, ice cream social, live music, and prayer. Chris Padgett, a nationally known Catholic speaker, musician, and evangelist, will be headlining the event. Gate of Mercy is part of the world-wide celebration of the "Year of Mercy" proclaimed by Pope Francis for 2016. The Pope has asked all Christians to reflect and celebrate God's forgiveness and mercy in a special way this year. All Saints Church was chosen to house the "holy door" for the north country of New Hampshire, a sign that God welcomes all, especially those who are imperfect, into his house. The holy door is open daily from 10am-6pm throughout the year. Fr. Matthew Mason, pastor of Gate of Heaven Parish, says, "I encourage all Catholics in the north country and all people of good will to walk through the holy door this year as a prayerful reminder of God's great love for us. The Gate of Mercy celebration on August 7 is a perfect opportunity to visit the church and celebrate with believers from across the state." All are welcome to Gate of Mercy. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required by July 25. To register or for more information please visit the parish website at gateofheavennh.org <http://gateofheavennh.org/> Mark M. E. Frank Member Gate of Heaven Parish and Knights of Columbus Council 1624 603-788-4825, All Saints Office Phone Number 603-788-2083 CAMP FATIMA CAMPOREE Announcement 07-04-2016 All forms for the Camp Fatima Camporee are on line. Please note that some changes have been made. We know have to have a lifeguard on duty at the beach area for swimming. So the beach will be limited to those times. If anyone is a certified lifeguard, and would be available for Camporee, please contact Ron Metevier. Due to the cost of the lifeguards, we have changed the cost of the cabins, campers and tents to all except those who participated at Fatima Workday. Please check the changes, and read all rules and waterfront and boating regulations! Your compliance with all regulations is sincerely appreciated. Anyone not in compliance will be asked to leave. All GK's, DD's and state officers please pass on this message to all councils. Thanks you, Ron Metevier, Chairman All paperwork due August 15th, 2016!!! + The 2016 Keep Christ in Christmas Program 07-11-2016 The 2016 KCIC program documents are available on the NH State Council Web Site. There are eight (8) KCIC documents available to provide you all of the information needed to begin your 2016 KCIC Program in your council. Page 3 of 14
NOTE: In order to read and download the KCIC documents you must create an account with a password on the NH State Council web site. Click on blue tab at top left "Main Menu" Click on "Forms Directory" Click on "Keep Christ in Christmas" Note: Please keep in mind that the nomination form and email order forms must always be emailed to me in MS Word and not a pdf. A reminder that the 2016 KCIC Assortment Kits are discounted until September 25, 2016, so don't delay, order your kit as soon as possible! Only one discounted kit per council. Contact me if you still need assistance! KEEP CHRIST IN CHRISTMAS! Dave Wilson Knights of Columbus NH State Council KCIC Chairman tknightnow@aol.com + Exemplary Knights of Columbus Programs 2016-17 07-11-2016 Worthy State Deputies, As we begin a new fraternal year and embark on a new chapter in the Order's history, the Supreme Council's communications team and Columbia editors are looking forward to hearing about the many great charitable programs and activities in your jurisdictions. Please note that the standard means of submission of photos and reports of council activities will remain the Knights in Action email address knightinaction@kofc.org and online form. And to better assist your councils in this regard, we recently updated the Knights in Action website to include Frequently Asked Questions and Photo Tips. See: kofc.org/knightsinaction In addition, if you are aware of any exemplary charitable works that go above and beyond, or other K of C- related stories in your jurisdiction that may be worth telling, please let us know, so that we might consider additional coverage potentially sending a professional photographer, videographer and/or freelance journalist. Of course, we will continue to feature and promote programs such as the Ultrasound Initiative and Knights of Columbus Coats for Kids, as well as partnerships with organizations like Special Olympics and the Global Wheelchair Mission, but for this purpose, we are primarily interested in hearing about activities and events that we might not be aware of. Is there a program, initiative or event on the state or local level that merits special attention e.g., the kind of program that you might submit for any of the International Service Awards? Is there a specific photo opportunity that would help to present a young and dynamic image of the Order? Is there a council in your jurisdiction that models the Building the Domestic Church While Strengthening Our Parish initiative in a particular way? Page 4 of 14
If so, please send your recommendations, including a brief description and relevant contact information, to storyideas@kofc.org. Here are just a few examples of Columbia articles and short K of C promo videos of initiatives we ve featured in the past: An Oregon council brought the Food for Families initiative to a new level, donating more than 15,000 pounds of produce from the council's food garden: http://www.kofc.org/un/en/columbia/detail/harvestplentiful.html A Dallas-area council's "Knight Hands" program consists of 35 handyman Knights working together to help meet various needs in their parish and community: http://www.kofc.org/en/columbia/detail/hands-oncharity.html College Knights support the Knights of Columbus Christian Refugee Relief Fund through a basketball tournament: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2jaskhzpc5y Knights in New Jersey raise money for Wounded Warriors through a tank pull: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=84wlkjuogts Again, we look forward to hearing from you. In the meantime, I wish you a happy Canada Day and Independence Day weekend. Thank you, Alton Alton J. Pelowski Editor, Columbia Knights of Columbus Supreme Council 1 Columbus Plaza, New Haven, CT 06510-3326 203-752-4562 (v) 203-752-4109 (fax) Safe Environment Program 07-25-2016 he selec on process for youth leaders in the Order has changed rand Knights are re uired to use form #4348 found on line. Once completed and submitted additional details will be forwarded to the grand knight and youth leader. Supreme will review the form, undertake a background check and issue a password to take an on-line Safe Environment training course. These must be completed within 30 of application acceptance. Please immediately begin this process! his program does not replace the diocesan training t is a supplement to that program embers are re uested to take K of C r on line training to iden fy sign and symptoms of abuse Abuse is not just sexual; it includes emotional, physical and intimidation behavior. MANDATORY REPORTING: Within the Order persons dealing with youth are required to report suspected abuse or inappropriate conduct of any type. If suspected abuse is observed please call 1-844-563-2723, Knights of Columbus Safe Environment Page 5 of 14
Hotline. Reports made in good faith will be investigated. No adverse action will issue if a report is made in good faith. POLICY ADVISORY No ember will be alone with a minor person at any me here will be no closed doors when a minor is present (Open Door policy). Jordan Ulery State Advocate State Vocations Report 07-25-2016 "Be not afraid!" this has been the exhortation of God from the beginning, to Saint Peter, the Rock, to Mary, Jesus' mother; who said YES, to Saint Joseph who was going to send Mary away to avoid scandal but the angel said "be not afraid" and in 1979 after his election as the 264th Pope, Karol Wojtyla took the name pope John Paul II on the balcony at the Vatican on the night of his election said, :Be not afraid." In 1988 Pope John Paul II established the WYD where young people by the thousands came to hear what the Pope had to say and from these meetings every year hundreds of young men and women took their vows to be priests and sisters. Somehow in New Hampshire it doesn't seem to have taken affect. Now in the year 2016 there is a resurgence of young men and women going into discernment. Due to the Councils, Assemblies, Circles, of Knights of Columbus our young men and young women are growing in numbers and through your great and strong support they are flourishing. From your RSVP (which gives them security), your moral and spiritual regards (which gives them comfort), the Christmas Card Gifts, paying for them to come to our Annual State Convention Banquet each year. Here are the councils and assemblies that gave a donation for the Banquet this year; #122, #1820, #2048, #4442, #4961, #5112, #5162, #5163, #5288, #5748, #6850, #6902, #6938, #7572, #7575, #8016, #9058, #10943, #10973, #11907, #12147, #12988, #626, #0641. If you sent a check and it isn't on this list you may have sent it to the State Secretary or the ticket chairman. I want to say how proud I am of my fellow knights who give so much for a great cause, the future of the Church, God bless you all. Corporal Works of Mercy Spiritual Works of Mercy The Year of Mercy Edward F. Mele, Jr., PSD State new Council Development Chairman Report 07-25-2016 New Council development has taking a change for the better. We are still pursuing new councils and have reactivated Council # 1730 in Lincoln after twenty years of inactivity. More to come. Edward F. Mele, Jr., PSD Page 6 of 14
STATE FUNCTIONS COORDINATOR REPORT 07-25-2016 All State Functions are posted in the State Council Directory, also there are promotion chairmen for each function named and supposedly there should be fliers and ads going out to keep everyone INFORMED. Edward F. Mele, Jr., PSD Dear Brother Knights: All citizens of the United States have the right to vote. All Catholic citizens should become active and informed participants in the political life of their local community and their country. This includes making sure that all Catholic citizens who are eligible to vote are registered to do so. In this important election year, the Order is asking you to please consider participating in The Knights of Columbus Nonpartisan National Voter Registration Program. This is a nonpartisan parish-based program that enables members of the Knights of Columbus to help Catholic citizens register and exercise their right to vote. To learn more about how your state and your council can participate in this important program, go to www.kofc.org/vote. To review an informative webinar presentation describing the program and related program materials, click here to register. If you have specific questions about this program, call Fraternal Mission at (203) 752-4270. Any questions from the media concerning the Knights of Columbus and political activity or any other public relations issues should be directed to Joe Cullen, Senior Communications Specialist, at (203) 800-4923 or joseph.cullen@kofc.org. Vivat Jesus! Knights of Columbus 1 Columbus Plaza New Haven, CT 06510 (203) 752-4000 Page 7 of 14
Dear Fraternal Leader: This is a reminder to register for the webinar focusing on Council Officer Success Planning on Saturday, July 23, 2016, at 2:00 p.m. EST. If you ve already registered, thank you. We encourage you to register even if you cannot participate in the live webinar. By registering, you will receive a link to the recorded version of the webinar that you may listen to at your convenience. Please feel free to share this invitation with others, as the Supreme Council may not have been given a full and complete list of fraternal leader email addresses. This webinar will discuss Council Officer Success Planning and will focus on the following: Building success through planning and brainstorming sessions Setting expectations and goals for the fraternal year Using your Fraternal Leader Success Planner to plan and measure success Keeping members motivated by involving them in meaningful activities Register for this webinar even if you cannot attend or remain online for the entire webinar. This training session will take place on Saturday, July 23, 2016, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Please click here to register for this event. THIS WEBINAR WILL BE RECORDED and you will receive a link to the recording, if you ve registered, to view the webinar at your convenience. If you have questions regarding this event, please contact Gary Nolan, vice president for Fraternal Education, Training and Ceremonials, at gary.nolan@kofc.org, or call 203-752-4347 for additional information. Fraternally Yours, Gary R. Nolan Vice President for Fraternal Education, Training and Ceremonials Knights of Columbus 1 Columbus Plaza New Haven, CT 06510 (203) 752-4000 + Page 8 of 14
Knights of Columbus Bishop Matthew F. Brady Council 5093 Hampton, New Hampshire July 24 th 2016 Dear Brother Knights, As many of you know the State Kidney Fund has been around for over 20 years. It was designed to assist people receiving dialysis who were in need of financial help to purchase their medications. With recent changes to medicare and medicaid the need for help is nowhere near as great as it once was. This opens up a whole new opportunity for the Kidney Fund, and that is to include transplant patients as well. The need for financial help in this area is huge. In order to include transplant patients in our program we need to pass an amendment to the bylaws, this will not happen until the 2017 State Convention. So what can we do to address this need now? The best way is to establish a temporary separate program called the K of C State Kidney Transplant Fund. Money donated to this account will be used to assist people who have had a kidney transplant and are in need of financial help. After the 2017 State Convention (as long as the amendment passes) we will be able to use the original kidney fund money for both dialysis and transplant patients. So, going forward if you are making a donation to the Kidney Fund please make your check out to K of C Council 5093, on the memo line write: Kidney Transplant Fund and mail it to: Knights of Columbus Council 5093 C/O David Hagen P.O. Box 2052, Hampton NH, 03843 This will allow us to help many more people in New Hampshire who are in dire need of our help for these life saving drugs. Thank you very much for your cooperation with this very important matter. Vivat Jesus David J. Hagen State Kidney Fund Chairman 603-926-6443 dehagen@comcast.net Page 9 of 14
Salem, NH becomes a Baby Safe Haven 07-25-2016 Article by: Doug Ireland direland@eagletribune.com, June 9, 2016 SALEM, N.H. The town has joined communities around the state and nation committed to protecting newborns abandoned by their parents. Soon, there will be bright yellow signs placed at the police and fire stations designating each as a Baby Safe Haven he goal is to reduce the number of tragic incidents involving infants given up by parents who can t properly care for the babies, according to David Thompson of the Bishop Peterson Council of the Knights of Columbus in Salem. t s hoped the community can come together to save a young life that could be in danger if not for the efforts of police and Fire Department personnel who would be on the lookout 24/7 for babies dropped off at their stations. The local chapter of the national service organization is helping to increase participation in the Baby Safe Haven program under New Hampshire s Safe Haven Law, passed by the state Legislature in 2003 RSA 132-A is aimed at preventing newborns from being abandoned by offering protection from prosecution to the parents, according to Rob Eib of Kingston, Safe Haven spokesman for the Knights New Hampshire council We have taken it upon ourselves to inform the public about Safe Haven, Eib said, noting every state has its own Safe Haven law. Nationwide, 70 infants were saved last year through Safe Haven, Eib said. He did not know how many have been saved in the state since the 13-year-old law s inception, but did say they include a baby who was turned over in Portsmouth last year. Salem s active participation in the program could mean all the difference at a time when unwanted infants are sometimes abandoned and later found dead in plastic bags, Thompson said. his law is a better alternative than having abortions or just leaving a baby after putting it in a bag Thompson told Salem officials. Thompson described the initiative to Town Manager Leon Goodwin and selectmen at their meeting earlier this week, seeking their support. He was accompanied by Police Chief Paul Donovan, who backs the program, as does Fire Chief Paul Parisi. Goodwin said he supports the effort and would help raise awareness of Salem as a Safe Haven by ensuring the signs provided by the Knights free of charge are installed. The police station is at 9 Veterans Memorial Parkway and the Central Fire Station is at 152 Main St. think this is a good program and fully endorse it, oodwin said Eib said one big problem is that not many Granite State residents are familiar with the law. t s a law that is a sparsely known law, he said Page 10 of 14
That prompted the Knights of Columbus to launch a public awareness campaign earlier this year through the efforts of New Hampshire Deputy Wayne Griffin, Eib said. The law mandates that the child not be more than 7 days old, that the newborn be handed to a person at the Safe Haven, and that the parent cannot say they will return for the infant. The child would be cared for at the Safe Haven temporarily until the state Department of Health and Human Services intervenes. The parent would not be questioned, but may be presented information. The list of communities that say they will post Safe Haven signs to help reduce infant abandonment is steadily growing, Eib said. Others advancing the program include Bedford, Milford and Rochester, he said. n addition to police and fire stations, safe havens can also be a church or hospital Eib is optimistic that efforts to protect unwanted infants will receive a big boost in New Hampshire as more communities sign on to the program. here is really no reason for local towns not to want to participate, Eib said anticipate it will be well received BUILDING THE DOMESTIC CHURCH BY PROMOTION OF THE FAMILY ROSARY As leaders in the Catholic community, it is incumbent upon us to strengthen the ties with our parishes and its families. We need to understand that strong faith filled families are the bases for a vibrant parish and for prospective members in the Knights of Columbus. What better way to strengthen the Catholic family than through the Holy Rosary. Many times Our Lady has told is what we must do to grow closer to her Son, strengthening ourselves to fight the ongoing cultural and spiritual battles we face every day; to fortify ourselves to build a culture of love and life. Since last summer, Mary Ann and I have been visiting councils and parishes to promote this program. The centerpiece is a statue of Our Blessed Mother which will travel from home to home on weekly or bi-weekly intervals. Families will be edified and uplifted spiritually by praying the Rosary together on a regular basis. Councils may take up the mantle alone or work with their respective parishes. With our faith and freedoms under attack constantly, we need the Holy Rosary more than ever. As to date the following Councils and/or parishes have begun the Pilgrim Virgin Program: 8016- Greenville, 11907 and 13904 in Nashua, 3035- Milford, 5112- Goffstown; St. Raphael-Manchester; St. Louis degonzague- Nashua and St. Joseph Cathedral in Manchester. If you d like, Mary Ann and I are willing to visit your council to give you a brief presentation about the program. Just give us advance notice of a few weeks. We will travel for Our Lady! You can email me at rddistasio@comcast.net or phone me at 595-7837. Page 11 of 14
OUR COUNTRY AND OUR FAMILES WILL BE HEALED THROUGH THE INTERCESSION OF OUR BLESSED MOTHER!! UPDATE ON JANET AND SK KEN GODDARD, FDD 07-25-2016 Brother Knights: Many of you know that a fire occurred in Nashua on July 17. What you may not know is that a brother Knight and his family were displaced in that fire. Ken Goddard and his wife, Janet, were victims of this fire and escaped with just the clothes on their backs. While they hope to salvage any remaining belongings that they can from their home soon, they will not be able to move back in and are currently living with relatives The Knights are often called to serve others, but now we are being called to serve one of our own. Ken is a dedicated council member for 13904 as Deputy Grand Knight and has served previously on the state level as well. Council 13904 has provided Ken and his family immediate funds from our account this past week, but long term needs will need to be met a well. In that spirit, we have created a GoFund Me Page and I encourage you to give what you can as any amount will be a huge help. The GoFund Me site can be found below. Thank you for anticipated contribution. Vivat Jesus! Tom Kennedy Grand Knight Council 13904 https://www.gofundme.com/2fahrd4s Upcoming Degree Exemplifications 06-27-2016 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 2015-2016 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) Page 12 of 14
First Degree: Contact the Degree Team Captain to inform him of candidates and number of spectators. There currently are no First Degrees pending, please contact the below listed Team Captains for Degree date information. Bedford, NH Epping NH Derry NH Hudson, NH Contact: Team Capt Chris Bond, bondchrisg@gmail.com Contact: Team Capt. Mike Annis, 895-4713, judyannis55@gmail.com Contact: Team Capt. John Dowd, 426-7017, derryjpdowd@gmail.com Contact: PGK W. Nadeau, 459-4324, wnadeaukofc@comcast.net Manchester, NH July 22, 2016 Contact Team Capt, PGK Ray Lemay, 674-0033, RayLemay@comcast.net http://www.nhknights.org/index.php/en/home/state-calendar/icalrepeat.detail/2016/07/22/248/-/1st-degree-manchester Tilton, NH Contact Team Capt John Bruno, 286-3240, jeabru85@metrocast.net Second Degree: Contact the Degree Team Captain to inform him of candidates & number of spectators. Laconia NH Contact: DD Frank Ruffing, 798-5322, fruffing@tds.net Third Degree: Contact the Degree Team Captain to inform him of candidates and number of spectators. Laconia NH Contact: DD Frank Ruffing, 798-5322, fruffing@tds.net Fourth Degree: Contact 4 th Degree Secretary Hector to inform him of candidates & number of spectators. Contact: Hector St. Jacques PGK, 888-4590, Hstjpgk@aol.com 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 Raymond Lemay Sr, RayLemay@comcast.net 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-to-date 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 re uests 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. PS: Spread the word! GK s and FN s please remember to share these briefings by forwarding them to your email rosters and refer to the information at your business meetings! Page 13 of 14
For Local & State News, and Degree Information, visit us on the web at: www.nhknights.org From Your New Hampshire State Council, Raymond A. Lemay Sr State Warden NH State Council Knights of Columbus 36 Brock St, Manchester, NH 03102 (603) 674-0033 RayLemay@comcast.net ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Page 14 of 14
State Retreat Weekend A Weekend at the Movies Date: September 23 to 25, 2016 New Hampshire State Council Knights of Columbus Fr. Robert J. Smolley, KHS State Retreat Director Place: Time: Camp Bernadette Wolfboro, NH Friday. September 23 Dinner 6:00 pm (Registration begins at 4:00) Ends (after Lunch), Sunday, September 25 Who is welcome? - Knights of Columbus member members - Prospective Knights - Fathers and sons (14 and older) Cost* - Knights $ 75.00 - Prospective members $ 70.00 - Father / Son $125.00 *Includes all meals (including Surf & Turf on Saturday evening), printed materials, snacks and drinks, and miscellaneous things How do I register? Fill out the Registration Form Included
N.H. Knights of Columbus Weekend Retreat 2016 Registration Form Name Council # Address Street Zip Code Phone # Email address Registration Fee (check the appropriate box) K of C member $75.00 Guest $70.00 Father & Son $125.00 Total enclosed $ If Father / Son: Please include the son s name & age below Name Age Please register by August 31,2016 Send Registration Form and Fee to : Fr Robert J. Smolley 145 Lowell St. Manchester,, NH 03104 Make out check to NH State Council Knights of Columbus Date Received Check # Amount $
Retreat 2016 Schedule Friday, September 23 3:30-5:45pm Sign-in & Cabin selection Dining Hall 6:00pm Angelus & Dinner Dining Hall 7:30pm Conference 1 Chapel 8:15pm Night Prayer Chapel 8:30pm Rosary (optional) Chapel Saturday, September 24 7:30am Morning Prayer Chapel 8:00am Angelus & Breakfast Dining Hall 9:00am Conference 2 TBD 11:00am Holy Mass Chapel 12:00noon Angelus & Lunch Dining Hall 3:00pm Chaplet of Divine Mercy Chapel 3:15pm Conference 3 TBD 5:30pm Evening Prayer Chapel 6:00pm Angelus & Dinner Dining Hall 7:30pm Open Questions & Night Prayer TBD 9:00pm Rosary (optional) TBD Sunday, September 25 7:30am Morning Prayer Chapel 8:00am Angelus & Breakfast Dining Hall 9:00am Conference 4 TBD 11:00am Holy Mass Chapel 12:00noon Angelus & Lunch Dining Hall 12:30 /1:00pm Departure