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September 2014 Issue 26 Number 9

Grand Knight Message

Prayers for Peace

September is dedicated to Our Lady of Sorrows, which the church celebrates on September 15. The 11th of the month is also dedicated for the International Day of Prayer for Peace. We now live in a world where Christians are being persecuted for their beliefs. I encourage all to either pray the rosary or attend a daily mass on this day. This is the only way we can collectively ask the Almighty for world peace and the freedom to practice their respective religion without being ostracized from society. September is also the month we kick-off our recruitment efforts at both Our Lady of Mount Carmel and St. Jerome Parishes. Let us all continue our efforts in recruiting younger people in our council. We will

also have our first international night on September 12. This will be a great opportunity to wind down the week, relax, socialize, have fun and have a taste of a variety of cuisines from different countries. The council will also have its first youth activity for the Fraternal Year this month. As you can see, this month is full of activities. And with all activities, volunteers are needed. Please avail yourselves and provide assistance to all these activities. Last, but not least, I’m once again soliciting volunteers to work Bingo on Mondays and Thursdays. Bingo is the lifeline

of the council’s ability to operate and give out grants to our parishes, schools and the community.

Vivat Jesu, Gabe Franco - Grand Knight

Family of the Month

Brother Jim and Karen Kazmer

I am proud to name Brother Jim Kazmer and his wife Karen as September’s Family of the Month. Jim and Karen are both active members of St.

Jerome Parish. Their two sons, Richard and Steven, are both Knights of Columbus members. The entire family is always there to assist in every possible way when it comes to council activities, such as family picnics and youth

activities, to include the Altar Server Appreciation Day. Jim also assists in projects in the council building, from setting up the public address system, to rewiring the video system for the council lounge, while Karen prepares food and refreshment for the volunteers. Congratulations, Jim and Karen for a job well done!

Knight of the Month

Brother Steve Cretacci

I am proud to name Brother Steve Cretacci as September’s Knight of the Month. Brother Steve has been an avid supporter of the council’s family

picnics. He always projects an enthusiastic and can-do attitude. Whether it is setting-up or tearing down for a family event, he is always there to ensure everything is

completed in a timely fashion. He is also very involved with the local Boy Scout troop that regularly participates in council-sponsored events, such as flag-raising ceremonies and Scorpion ceremonies. He is an active member of the St. Jerome Parish. Congratulations Brother Steve for a job well done!

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Chaplain’s Core By Father Carlos Lerma

Our Lady of Sorrows

The month of September is dedicated to Our Lady of Sorrows, whose memorial the Church celebrates on September 15. Our Lady of the Seven Sorrows or Our Lady of the Seven Dolores are names by which the Blessed Virgin Mary is referred to in relation to sorrows in her life. The Seven Sorrows (or Dolors) are events in the life of the Blessed Virgin Mary, which are a popular devotion for Catholics to say daily one Our Father and seven Hail Mary’s for each.

1. The Prophecy of Simeon. (Luke 2:34-35) 2. The Flight into Egypt. (Matthew 2:13) 3. The loss of the child Jesus in Temple. (Luke 2:43-45) 4. Mary meets Jesus on the way to Calvary. 5. Jesus dies on the cross. (John 19:25) 6. The piercing of the side of Jesus and Mary’s receiving the body of Jesus in her arms. (Matthew 27: 57-59) 7. The body of Jesus is placed in the tomb. (John 19:40-42)

These Seven Sorrows should not be confused with the five Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary. Let’s ask Our Lady of Sorrow for her intercession in our lives and families to find in her comfort and joy. As we pray together:

O God, who in this month Give your Church the grace

To imitate devoutly the Blessed Virgin Mary In contemplating the Passion of Christ,

Grant, we pray, through her intercession, That we may cling more firmly each day

To your Only Begotten Son And come at last to the fullness of his grace.

Amen.

From the Deputy Grand Knight

Brothers - We are at that time of year when grandparents send the children home and vacations have drawn to a close. Parents have waited for this month and the school year has officially re-opened. Clothes for the school year have been bought with all the accessories to match. The frenzy of a new school year has passed. It has come

to that time of year where we take out the calendars and mark the dates of sports schedules, school breaks, and PTA meetings for the children. While we mark the calendars of these events, we should also check what council activities we can attend during the last part of the year (open house, degree ceremonies, recruitment blitz, family picnics, Halloween and Christmas get-togethers, etc.). Schedule these dates ahead of time to help organize our schedules to stave off any conflicts. Just a little time from each brother Knight means a little less for others. Please give your time to attend and/or volunteer to make each event worth remembering. Keep the children safe to and from school, and enjoy the little quiet time we get each day.

Vivat Jesu, Dan Richard - Deputy Grand Knight

NOCTURNAL ADORATION - Blessed Sacrament Chapel (OLMC):

Join us on the FIRST FRIDAY (10 PM – 6 AM) for Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. The Holy Hour consists of Powerful Readings, Silent and Recited prayer. The next Nocturnal Adoration is the weekend of September 5/6. Join brother Knights and their families as we prepare to meet

the Lord. Many of our loyal and dedicated members have passed or are getting older. We need some help on the early morning hours. No need to make a long term commitment - choose any hour, you will be surprised and gratified. Families are encouraged to attend anytime.

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Fraternal Benefits Agent

Raising Awareness about Life Insurance

Each September since 2003 has been designated as Life Insurance Awareness Month. Like most awareness-raising campaigns, Life Insurance Awareness Month was created because there is an overwhelming lack of understanding of the product among the general public. Each year, the Life

Insurance Market Research Association puts out the results from a recent survey, and unfortunately, the numbers they report continue to be discouraging. A recent survey found that 76 percent of people polled did not have a personal financial advisor. Sixty-eight percent of that same survey group said their opinion of the current economic conditions was somewhat unfavorable or very unfavorable. In other words, a majority of those surveyed were uncomfortable with the economy and the uncertainty it brings, yet they did not seek professional assistance. Maybe they spoke with their friends and family. Maybe they hoped the instability would go away on its own. Maybe they did not know to whom to turn. If you fall into this category, please remember that as a member of the Knights of Columbus, you have a full-time, professional agent you can call your own. My primary responsibility is the care and service of your family’s life insurance, disability insurance, retirement and long-term care needs. I’ll answer your questions because I want your decisions to be informed ones. I want to help. Another LIMRA statistic said 43 percent of people did not buy life insurance because they worry about “making the wrong decision.” Talk with me and afterwards, you’ll understand that the only wrong decision was not purchasing sooner to protect your family’s future.

Todd Curtis, FIC Phone – (757) 847-9981 - Email – Todd.Curtis@kofc.org

Chancellor’s Corner

Brothers, The weekends of 6th and 7th September at Our Lady of Mount Carmel and 13th and 14th September

at St. Jerome Church we will be holding "Meet and Greets" after each Mass. We will need volunteers to assist

after each Mass talking to prospective candidates. A signup sheet will go around at the next council meeting, or contact

me to sign up at jonsarg@yahoo.com.

Fraternally Yours, Jonathan Sargent, Chancellor

MARK THESE DEGREE DATES 1st Degree @ 7:30 PM, candidates report at 7:00 PM

o September 23, 2014 @ 5480- Walter Pollard, Newport News o October 27, 2014 @ 11264 – St. Rosa of Lima, Hampton

2nd Degree @ 7:30 PM, candidates report @ 7:00 PM

o October 14, 2014@ 5480- Walter Pollard, Newport News

3rd Degree @ 10:00 AM, candidates report @ 9:30 AM o October 18, 2014 @ 13467 - St. John the Apostle, Virginia Beach o October 25, 2014 @ 5480 – Walter Pollard, Newport News

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RENTALS of all the K of C space and property for personal use, please call Le wis Sto ke s (P GK) 8 7 2 -7 8 4 0

MICHAEL & CELIA GRINSTEAD 1 JAMES & KATHLEEN BRADLEY JR 3 JOSEPH & JAMIE OSSO 3 MOSES & MOLLY LLEVA 4 CARROLL & FERNANDA KELLEY 5 MARK & LINDA LYNCH 5 KEVIN & KIMBERLY McDERMOTT 5 GERARD & JUDY PRINCE 5 JOHN & BRIDGET GANGER 6 MARSHALL & LEAH MANIPOL 6 RICHARD & DIANE MEYER 6 FRANCIS & FAYE DOUGHERTY 7 JEFFERY & HEATHER LEE 8 DECON ANTON & EMILIE SIOCHI 9 JOHN & PATRICIA GRECO 10

DAVID & LYN DOUGLAS 11 SHAWN & MARGARET McNEILL 11 WILLIAM & CAROL BURKE IV 14 WILLIAM & NIKKI BARRY 15 THOMAS & IRENE KILLACKEY 15 RAYMOND & JANE NOVEY 15 RICHARD & HERMI RINALDO 15 PAUL & MARGAUX KILEY 16 MICHAEL & KIM LEWIS 16 DONALD & TERRY SHANNON 18 BEVERLY & MARIA TIETJENS 18 RICHARD & KELLY BRYSON 19 JOHN & CHRISTINA WOJTAS 19 KENNETH & JAN CLARKE 20 DAVID & PATTY SMITH 21

BILLY & DEANNA BRUCE 22 JOHN & DEANNA BUCKLEY 22 GARY & FRANCIS KUDLACIK 22 JOHN & DELORES MACRINO 23 MICHAEL & ANNE SMITH 23 CHARLES & RITA SMITH 24 DANIEL & JANET O'BRIEN 25 ROBERT & LINDA SCHROCK 25 PETER & CAROLYN LEBEL 28 HART & BEVERLY SMITH 28 WILLIAM & YOLANDA DOAK 29 EDWARD & MARY BETH PLUCINSKI 29 MARK & MARY PINKERTON 30

Andrew B Convery 1 Terry W Parisher Sr 1 David V Dwyer 2 Shawn D Fitzpatrick 2 Edward M Plucinski 2 William T Lenderman 3 George W Mattingly 3 John G Roos 3 Phillip M Skrypski 3 Nathaniel L Sullivan 3 Charles H Tiedeken 3 Thomas J Ahearn 4 Jonathan L Sargent 5 David Brin 6 Richard M Bennett 7

Edward J Hynes 8 Dominick R Bevacqua PGK 9 Philip A Broadhead 9 John L Silva 9 Blaine R Beaulieu 11 Stephen M Curran 11 Louis W Federico 11 Todd J Harrah 11 Carroll G Kelley 11 Raymond J Novey 12 Richard Lusk 13 Robert D Pallone 13 Lowell Jessie Powell 13 Matthew J Weis 14 James M Dalberth 15

Robert W Curran 16 John L Gargaro 16 Cornelius Mitchell 16 Daniel J Richard 16 Jeffrey T Stallings 16 Walter A Crenshaw 17 Dr Kent E Willyard 17 Alberto Rios 19 Justin R Gonzalez 20 Anthony C Long 20 Larry M Pederson 20 William T Eggleston 22 John M Jackowski 22 Ronald J Rosenbaum 22 Franklin D Clark Jr 23

Paul J Caracciolo 24 Dr Kelwyn A D Souza 25 Jeffrey J Khoury 25 Marshall J Manipol 26 J Michael Mc Kinney 26 Martin A Walsh 26 George M Wojcik 26 Christopher H Bush 27 George D Wood 28 Anthony R Fecondo Jr 30 James P Healy 30 Terence J Konouck 30 Charles L Zastrow 30

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Knights in Action:

Thank You to all the Council 5480 Volunteers that came out to support the Peninsula Agency on Ageing (PAA) on Monday, 11 August & Tuesday, 12 August. The packing efforts went very well thanks to the numerous volunteers and generous amount of time people contributed to the event. The PAA provides programs in cooperation with other community agencies in Hampton, Newport News, Williamsburg, Poquoson, and James City and York counties to assist older Virginians in independent and productive living. Learn more about the organization Council 5480 helped: http://www.paainc.org/

SEP Day Description Bartenders 2 Tuesday Assembly Meeting Howard, Collins 5 Friday Tournaments Part 3 Clements, Dougherty 9 Tuesday Council Meeting Kelley, Humphrey 12 Friday International Dinner Schirm, Kerstetter 14 Sunday OSIA Rios 19 Friday Movie Night Davulco, Kulis 23 Tuesday Council Meeting Carota, Silva, Wotke 26 Friday Birthday Night Rios, Stokes

If a knight is interested in tending bar or cannot make it to bartend please call Alberto Rios at 814-5393 or riostoto@aol.com

S E P T E M B E R A N N I V E R S A R I E S

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SEPTEMBER 2014

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

Labor Day

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Assembly Meeting & Potluck Dinner

6:30 PM

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Pool & Cribbage Tournament Part 3

6:45 PM

Nocturnal Adoration (OLMC)

10 PM – 6 AM 5

K of C Recruitment (OLMC Masses)

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K of C Recruitment (OLMC Masses)

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Council Meeting 7:30 PM

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International Day of Prayer for Peace

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International Night 6:30 PM

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Adopt-a-Spot 8:30 AM

K of C Recruitment

(St. Jerome Masses) 13

K of C Recruitment (St. Jerome Masses)

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5480 Open House 7 PM

5480 Club Meeting

7 PM 16 17 18

Movie Night 6:45 PM

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Denbigh Parade & Festival 10 AM

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1st Degree Ceremony

Council 5480 7 PM

Council Meeting

7:30 PM 23 24 25

Birthday Night 6:45 PM

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Laser Tag 12 – 4 PM

Ladies Tea

Appreciation 3 – 5 PM

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C u t a l o n g t h e d o t t e d l i n e a n d k e e p t h e c a l e n d a r a t h a n d t o a t t e n d o u r e v e n t s

SICK, RECOVERING & DECEASED Brothers we ask for your prayers and support for Brothers in need of healing. We also ask for prayers for the deceased. If you are aware of a Brother Knight or his family member in need of our prayers, contact Clement Danish or the Grand Knight. SICK & RECOVERY: Emmet McNulty, James Buckman, Jr., Leonard Waltz, Edward Rieke, Dale Cruz, Stephen Jernigan (son of Dean), Cornelius Mitchell, Conner Steele (son of Sean), Stan Zduniak, Steve D'Urso, Clair and Ann Schwob, Scott Hart, David Dwyer, Dominic Carsia, Marshall Clarke Jr., Donna Raschke (wife of Steve Raschke), Thomas Marsh (brother of Richard), Mike Creamer.

DECEASED MEMBERS, RELATIVES AND FRIENDS: Pope Francis’ Relatives in Argentina, Howard Griffith, Bert Braza’s Mother-in-Law.

NAMES WILL REMAIN ON LIST FOR ONE MONTH. PLEASE RENEW YOUR PRAYER REQUEST IF CONTINUED PRAYERS ARE DESIRED. CALL CLEMENT DANISH (877-2751) OR THE GRAND KNIGHT WITH REQUESTS OR QUESTIONS.

October Preview: Council 5480 will host OLMC VIRTUS Training in the Lounge on October 18, 2014 from 8 AM – 12 PM. This event is part of a Protecting God’s Children For Adults training session for volunteers that minister with children or youth programs. Council 5480 Yard Sale – October 11, 2014 9 AM – 3 PM 5480 Club Annual Meeting & Board Elections – October 28, 2014

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K N I G H T LY E V E N T S S E P T E M B E R

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Attention All Members!The 5480 CLUB will be electing board members for the 2014-2015 year. If you are interested in running for a

position on the board, please contact any 5480 Club member by September 9th (the next council meeting).

All positions are available to any council member.

Positions are:President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and two 3 Year Director Positions. Please make sure you have the time to attend the meetings which are at 7 PM on the third Tuesday of each month. Elections will take

place at the Annual Meeting on Oct.28th.

The list of current members is on the Directory Page of the newsletter.

Martial Arts ClassesPlease join us on Thursday nights in Founders Hall from 6-7 pm (dress comfortable). This program is for all ages (kids starting around age 6 and up). Come out and join

us and bring the whole family. This program teaches practical self-defense techniques.

I want to congratulate the original group for all making through their first belt. It is never too late to start

learning marital arts (or continue learning if you have previously taken classes). If you would like to know

more about the program, contact Neil Rosenbaum:

Phone: 757-535-9279E-mail: neilrosenbaum@yahoo.comOr come by the class and try it out!

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Fr. Michael J. Bader – 2430 Assembly Directory

Faithful Navigator Faithful Inner Sentinel SK Harold Hairston 877-1566 SK John Edwards 876-8386

Faithful Friar SK John Silva 998-1995

TBD Faithful Outer Sentinel

Faithful Captain SK Jim Kazmer 877-1822

SK David Litzinger 249-0649 SK Ted Langevin 872-6751

Faithful Pilot Color Corps Commander

Gabriel Franco 877-4423 SK Carroll Kelley 877-4865

Faithful Comptroller Sick and Distress

SK Jonathan Sargent 766-6293 SK Tony Merendino 872-7113

Faithful Purser Trustees

SK Wilfred Wotke 877-3316 1 Yr – SK Kiet Nguyen 833-7943

Faithful Scribe 2 Yr – SK Chuck Olson 867-7878

SK Rick Schirm 310-3242 3 Yr – SK Louis Federico 870-0573

Faithful Admiral SK Thai Nguyen 232-0889

From the Faithful Navigator

Respect for the Flag of Our Country…The flag of the United States of America is universally representative of the principles of the justice, liberty, and democracy enjoyed by the people of the United States. People all over the world recognize the flag of the United States as symbolic of the United States. No disrespect should be shown to the flag of the United States of America. The flag should not be dipped to any person or thing. Regimental colors, State flags, and organizational

flags are to be dipped as a mark of honor. The flag should never be displayed with the union down, except as a signal of dire distress in instances of extreme danger to life or property. The flag should never touch anything beneath it, such as the ground, the floor, water or merchandise. The flag should never be carried flat or horizontally, but always aloft and free. The flag should never be used as wearing apparel, bedding, or drapery. It should never be chained, drawn back, nor up, in folds, but always allowed to fall free. The flag should never be fastened, displayed, used, or stored in such a manner as to permit it to be easily torn, soiled, or damaged in any way. It should never be used as a covering for a ceiling. The flag should never have placed upon it, nor on any part of it, nor attached to it any mark, insignia, letter, word, figure, design, picture, or drawing of any nature. The flag should never be used as a receptacle for receiving, holding, carrying, or delivering anything. The flag should never be used for advertising purposes. It should not be embroidered on such articles as cushions or handkerchiefs, printed on or impressed on paper napkins, boxes or anything that is designed for temporary use and disposal. Advertising signs should not be fastened to a staff or halyard from which the flag is flown. No part of the flag should ever be used as a costume or athletic uniform. However, a flag patch may be affixed to the uniform of military personnel, policemen and members of patriotic organizations. The flag represents a living country and is itself considered a living thing. Therefore, the lapel flag pin being a replica, should be worn over the left lapel near the heart. The flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display, should be destroyed in a dignified manner, preferably by burning. Thank You! To all (a resounding 93!) who attended our Dine-Out on August 5th at Warwick Forest Active Retirement Living. Special thanks to Lew and Bill for coordinating the event. To all who attended and assisted in the Past Grand Knight/Past Faithful Navigator Dinner on August 16. To David and Thai for a job well done leading the Council and Assembly during the 2013-2014 fraternal year. Important Dates! September 2nd – Assembly meeting and potluck dinner September 20th – Denbigh Day Parade (see flyer) October 7th – Assembly meeting and potluck dinner. Special invite to prospective 4th Degree candidates. October 11th – Yard Sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (see flyer) November 1st – 4th Degree Exemplification @ Hilton Doubletree Midlothian in Richmond, VA

Fraternally, Harold Hairston

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COUNCIL 5480 WALTER POLLARD DIRECTORY

COUNCIL OFFICERS: Grand Knight Gabriel Franco 877-4423 Deputy Grand Knight Dan Richard 594-9241 Chaplain Rev. Carlos Lerma 595-0385 Financial Secretary Jessie Powell 595-0305 Chancellor Jonathan Sargent 766-6293 Warden Rick Schirm 310-3242

Recorder David Kerstetter 817-2473 Treasurer Ron Gorman 930-0311 Advocate Joe Drozdowski 930-3559 Guards:

Inside Robert DeBartolo 286-4253

Inside Reco Cotton 508-1398

Outside Walter Troyan 988-1436

Outside Stanley Baker 725-0576 Trustees:

One Year Carroll Kelley 877-4865

Two Year Harol K. Hairston 877-1566

Three Year David Litzinger 249-0649 Lecturer Marshall Clarke 939-0818 Programs Director Dan Richard 594-9241 Membership Director Jonathan Sargent 766-6293 Council Director David Kerstetter 817-2473 DIRECTORS/CHAIRS: Church Directors:

OLMC Tom Clark (469)236-1529

St. Jerome Bill Allen 342-9971

Queen of Peace Mike Lennartz 234-0886

St. Vincent Marshall Clark 930-0818

Immaculate Conception

David Brin 851-0907

Family Director VACANT CNU/CCM Liaison John Edwards 876-8386 Youth Director Vahwere Kavota 755-6917 Youth Outreach David Kerstetter 872-0624 Youth Outreach Dean Jernigan SQUIRES Tom Clark (469)236-1529

Athletics Rick Schirm 310-3242 Community Director Lewis Stokes 872-7840 Culture of Life Chair Harold K. Hairston 877-1566 Pro-Life Chairman Leonard Waltz 569-9308 Health Services Leonard Carota 877-6993 Vocations Chairman Steve D’Urso 877-2189 Public Relations David Litzinger 249-0649 Knightly News Editor David Farrell 778-0337

Recruitment Chair Jonathan Sargent 766-6293 Retentions Chairman Ron Gorman 930-0311 Insurance Promotion Todd Curtis 847-9981 KOVAR Co-Chairmen: Fort Eustis George Hart 874-7363

OLMC Jessie Powell 595-0305

St. Jerome Carroll Kelley 877-4865

KCIC Chairman Jim Healy 867-5145 Charities Jim Hooker 596-4765 Adopt-A-Spot Ted Langevin 872-7113 Boy Scout Liaison Jonathan Sargent 766-6293 Nocturnal Adoration Dave Mazary 881-9332 Widows & Orphans Tony Merendino 872-7113 Sick & Distress Clement Danish 877-2751

Scheduling Bernie Gerlach 877-0126 District Deputy Thai Nguyen 233-0889 District Warden Kenny Kyle 874-3757 Food Service Colleen Messier 344-7630

Church Bulletins:

OLMC Eileen Mazary 595-0385 x116

St. Jerome Gemma Kerstetter 877-5021

St. Vincent de Paul

Jeannie Klump 245-4234

Queen of Peace Mike Lennartz 234-0886 5480 CLUB, INC: President Jessie Powell (PGK) 595-9305 Vice President Jonathan Sargent (703)304-3528

Secretary Tom Clark (469)236-1529

Treasurer Joseph Drozdowski 930-3559 Grand Knight Gabriel Franco 877-4423 Faithful Navigator Harold K. Hairston 877-1566 Past President Lewis Stokes 872-7840 Directors:

PGK Bernie Gerlach 877-0126

3 Yrs. Rick Schirm 310-3242

2 Yrs. John Clements 595-5083

2 Yrs. Jim Kazmer 877-1822

1 Yrs. Frank Humphry 877-1820

1 Yrs. Marshall Clarke 930-0818 Jonathan Sargent (703)304-3528

Chairmen:

Building & Grounds

Jonathan Sargent (703)304-3528

Lounge Manager Lewis Stokes (PGK) 872-7840

Rental Agent Bernie Gerlach (FDD) 877-0126

Kitchen Manager Lewis Stokes (PGK) 872-7840

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