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Knights of Columbus Blessed Sacrament Clermont, Florida | JANUARY 2014 NEWSLETTER 1
Worthy Brothers,
HAPPY NEW YEAR! May Almighty
God Bless you and your families with
health, peace, and joy for all of 2014
and beyond!
As we begin this new chapter in our lives, and the life of the Council,
let us renew our commitment to Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and
Patriotism. In renewing our commitment, let us remember the
seriousness of our pledge and how much the Council depends on our
sincerity and dedication. Do not overextend yourself, but if you take
on a task, do it to the best of your ability, ask for help if needed, and
live up to your obligation. Attend whatever meetings are required,
report your progress timely, we are depending on you!
Our Annual Christmas Social epitomized our dedication to Unity and
Fraternity as evidenced by the pictures in this month’s newsletter. A
great time was had by all and those who were unable to attend were
sincerely missed. Special thanks to the coordinators, Fred and Lucille
Costello, and all the brothers and sisters who gave their time to set
up, decorate, cook, and clean up.
January will be a busy month (as usual), with two major reports to be
completed, the Council meeting January 2; for Sir Knights, the
Assembly meeting January 9; continuation of the Archbishop Sheen
series January 10; Men’s retreat January 18, and a first Degree
scheduled for January 26th.
The Annual Survey of Fraternal Activity is the report of the world
wide Councils on their activity devoted to the four pillars upon which
the Knights are based. Last year the combined efforts of the Knights
of Columbus produced $168,000,000 in charitable donations and
70,000,000 hours of service.
Elsewhere in this newsletter is a copy of the email regarding the
survey of your Fraternal Activity participation. Please review it and
return your response quickly so we can submit the report timely. Any
questions, please contact me at 352 243 3292. Just hit reply on your
email, put the numbers next to each category, print your name, and
email it back.
Our Annual Charity Golf Classic is our major fund raising
event of the year. Through your efforts we are able to support our
local charities, our Parish, and our Order. Sponsorships, especially
major
sponsors, ensure the continued success of the program, so please
answer the Chairman’s call when he issues it.
Brother Joe Nowicki has asked to take a sabbatical for a short period.
After several years of most successfully coordinating our
participation and partnership with Special Olympics, he (and Sister
Audrey) are entitled to a little relaxation.
Joe is willing to train his replacement, but we need someone who has
a passion for Special Olympics to step forward. There are three
scheduled Special Olympics functions which require coordinated
efforts, golf, bowling, and flag football. If you wish to take on this
important activity, let me know. The Knight who takes on this effort
will work on this exclusively and will not be asked to take on any
other tasks.
Recruitment AND Retention are still major priorities. Every Catholic
man should be invited to share in the benefits of membership in the
Knights of Columbus. We stand at 60% of our quota, however, we
will be suspending a number of brothers either by their own request
or lack of response to our efforts to contact them. Between now and
June, we need at least sixteen new members. Now every Catholic
adult male of Blessed Sacrament Community should be invited and
every young man should be invited to join the Squires.
Annual “Tootsie Roll” drive has a few more slots to fill, so please see
Program Coordinator Frank Germonto and sign up. Those brother’s
whose circumstances continue to prohibit them from active
participation, a couple of hours of your time is the opportunity to
assist your Council and give of yourself. Contact Frank Germonto at
[email protected] or 407 925 1154.
May God Bless you and your families this year and deploy his Holy
Angels to keep you from all harm. May He defend you by His power
and may every thought, word, and deed be in accordance with His
will.
VIVAT JESUS
Laria, Grand Knight
The Knightly News
Blessed Sacrament Council #13240 Clermont Florida January 2014
A Message From Our Grand Knight….
The Knightly News
Knights of Columbus Blessed Sacrament Clermont, Florida | JANUARY 2014 NEWSLETTER 2
IMPORTANT CONTACT NUMBERS
For questions or information regarding Council business, or if you would like to help in any way please call Grand Knight Jim Laria 407-435-2325 [email protected] Membership or dues Information, pocket name badge or Council license plates Frank Costello
352-243-9515
407-312-4109
[email protected] For questions on Fraternal Benefits and Insurance: Call Field Agent Jim Bernacki 813-929-3487 [email protected] Deputy Grand Knight Frank Regiacorte
352-429-2075
407-538-6490
[email protected] Chancellor- Steve Cruz 352-432-5675 352-552-1958 [email protected] Treasurer - Tony Giamboi 352-241-7671 [email protected] Advocate – James Venezio 352-343-1553 352-552-7480 [email protected] Recorder Steven Mc Robbie [email protected] Warden Larry Barber
407-694-6014
[email protected] Lecturer Peter Connelly
352-243-1129
407-902-9451
Inside Guard Serjohn Barber Outside Guard Ramon Aviles
407-656-2167 773-490-5041
Chaplain Fr. Robert Webster 352-394-3562, [email protected] Trustee Elliot Ogden
352-243-0396
[email protected] Trustee Peter Capece
352-243-0393
772-571-7084
[email protected] Trustee William Overbay 321-439-6893 [email protected] Membership Director- Admissions Committee Steve Cruz 352-432-5675 352-552-1958 [email protected] Youth Directo Frank Regiacorte 352-429-2025 407-538-6490 [email protected] Squires Circle Larry Barber
407-694-6014
[email protected] Family Director Larry Barber 407-694-6014 [email protected] Community Director Jack Wallace
407-654-0339
Church Director Joe Cruz 407-342-8243, [email protected] Pro-Life Director Peter Stauder [email protected] Health Services Chair Robert Gonzalez 352-243-3751 [email protected] Donut Sunday Chair Serjohn Barber 352-508-4339 Ladies Auxiliary Phyllis Capece 352-243-0393 772-538-3882 [email protected] To order Council shirts see Brothers Ed Oliveira
352-989-4401
[email protected] John Granucci
352-243-0889
352-250-8224
[email protected] Assembly #3025 Faithful Navigator Peter Capece
352-243-0393
772-571-7084
[email protected] District Deputy Robert Britten Newsletter Editor Robert Berardi 321-230-3953 [email protected]
Knights of Columbus Blessed Sacrament Clermont, Florida | JANUARY 2014 NEWSLETTER 3
Christmas Party 2013 Christmas Party 2013
Knights of Columbus Blessed Sacrament Clermont, Florida | JANUARY 2014 NEWSLETTER 4
The Council needs your immediate attention. Our Annual
report of our Fraternal Activity must be in Supreme by
January 31st.
If you are aware of any members who are not receiving email,
please give him a copy or advise the Grand Knight.
Listed below are the categories of activity. Please estimate to
the best of your ability the total hours you devoted to each
category for the year.
Send the results to the Financial Secretary at:
[email protected] or call him at 352 243 9515
Keep in mind you are being asked to ESTIMATE your hours.
The categories are:
1. # of visits to sick; # of visits to bereaved
2. # of blood donations
3. Habitat for humanity
4. Church Service (Lector, EMHC, Ministry, etc); Note,
Sick Ministry should be under # of visits to the sick
5. # of hours of Community Service; (Note- many
Knights participate as volunteers in the community
outside of Blessed Sacrament and that is what we
need here
6. # of hours in youth activities, (Squires, Boy Scouts,
Blessed Sacrament youth, Little league, etc.)
7. Habitat for Humanity
8. Miscellaneous (any volunteer activity not covered
above
9. Assistance/visits to sick/disabled members and their
families
Tootsie Role Campaign Saturday, February 1, 2014
Volunteers are still needed for multiple locations and time slots. You can register to provide support at the Council or Assembly
meetings in December and January. You can also register by contacting Frank Germonto
at [email protected] or by calling 407-925-1154.
Knight of the Month
Jorge Oliveras
In Service to One. In Service to All.
Family of the Month
Fred and Lucille Costello
Urgent Action Required
Survey of Fraternal Activity:
The Barometer of Our Success
Next Council Meeting Thursday, January 2, 2014 at 7:00 pm
Next Officer’s Meeting Thursday, January 30, 2014 at 7:00 pm
Knights of Columbus Blessed Sacrament Clermont, Florida | JANUARY 2014 NEWSLETTER 5
“Hopes of Supreme Knight Carl Anderson”
Brother Knights,
As New Year 2014 begins, let us consider these words from
Supreme Knight Carl Anderson for our continued, active
involvement in the Knights of Columbus, along with more
than 1.8 million Brothers:
“We are striving in our Knights of Columbus programs to
place renewed emphasis on strengthening family life and on
bringing to others the lessons of charity, unity, and fraternity.
If these efforts are to succeed, we have to be able to count on
your collaboration.
Membership in the Order also includes, at no additional cost, a
series of fraternal benefits of great value to our members in
good standing, their wives, and families. ONE of these, the
Member/Spouse Fraternal Benefit Program, provides an
automatic 24 hour-a-day accidental death benefit for the
member and his wife, with the benefit maximizing at $2,500
for each in the fourth year of continuous membership in the
Order.
I sincerely hope that you will remain an active member of our
fraternal Order. We need you and we would like to think that
you need the Knights of Columbus.”
Remember, if you have a change of address, a new phone
number, or a new e-mail address, please send an e-mail to me;
[email protected] or write a note and hand it to me at any
Council meeting or event. Please print clearly. Thank you!
Happy, Blessed New Year!
Fred Costello Financial Secretary
Cell: (407) 312-4109
Financial
Secretary’s
Corner
By Fred Costello
Also, I would like to discuss Pope Francis’ first Apostolic
Exhortation, issued in November, called Evangelii Gaudium
(Joy of the Gospel). It has been discussed in the media by people
of various philosophical views. Just what did Pope Francis
mean?
Sometimes a picture is worth a thousand words!
In the issues to come, we’ll take a look at the challenges he gives
us to evangelize our Catholic faith.
And remember Knights, as does our Holy Father, spread
our joy of the Gospel by example!
Lecturer’s
Notes
By
Peter Connelly
We are going to have a Men’s Retreat sponsored jointly by the
Knight of Columbus and Men’s Club of Blessed Sacrament on
Saturday, Jan 18, 2014 from 9 am and will conclude with the 4
pm Mass. It will be held in the Ministry Building and John
Bosco Hall.
So what is this all about? Caring too much can hurt.When
caregivers focus on others without practicing self-care,
destructive behaviors can surface. Apathy, isolation, bottled up
emotions and substance abuse head a long list of symptoms
associated with the secondary traumatic stress disorder now
labeled: Compassion Fatigue
Please contact me to purchase your ticket or for more
information at 352-242-5167.
Knights of Columbus Blessed Sacrament Clermont, Florida | JANUARY 2014 NEWSLETTER 6
How The Little
Things Become
BIG Things
Taken from the Building Blocks Ministry Press Releases
11/27/2013
Occasionally, we come across one of life’s little known
secrets, which, if only more widely known would be a catalyst
to change the world we all live in.
Through our media releases and social media posts, many of
you have been introduced to our Green Light Fire Bag team
member Eric. Eric is an adult living in our community who
suffers from a developmental disability. This developmental
disability is indeed inhibiting to many of the little things we all
enjoy in our daily lives, and without workplace
accommodations, many of the tasks we often take for granted
who prove to be far to daunting for Eric.
As a manufacturer we utilize 1,000’s of boxes and bags each
and every month, which are all hand amassed. When Eric first
came to Green Light Fire Bag, he was excited at the prospect
of taping boxes. However, what has become a very routine
task for other employees, was quite difficult for Eric. Yet,
with encouragement, modification and practice Eric has
become the very best at taping boxes, and truly takes pride and
enjoyment in his duties.
What appears to be a “little thing” taping and assembling
boxes, is truly a BIG thing when it comes to our
manufacturing process. Bar none, having boxes assembled
correctly and ready for the assembly line is a must, and Eric
has become integral to the manufacturing process. More
importantly, Eric has employment, an occupation, and the
same sense of pride we all get from performing our very best
at our job.
With that, we were fortunate to witness how the little things in
life can have a domino effect, and can truly make a big
difference. Yesterday while in our manufacturing facility
Building Blocks Ministries director Paula Whetro stopped by
to check on Eric and introduce us to “Craig”. Craig like Eric,
suffers from a developmental disability, and Craig had come
to watch some of the job skills that Eric has learned at Green
Light Fire Bag in hopes
of one day to finding a
place where he can
become employed.
Craig watched very
curiously as Eric
opened boxes, taped
very willfully,
assiduously and then stacked them alongside the assembly
line. Craig’s eyes gazed wide as he watched Eric whom
comfortably and assuredly completed his work.
As I watched Craig, I could see in his eyes a wonderment for
Eric, and as I watched Eric, I saw tenacity that had not been
there weeks ago. We asked Craig if he would like to try to
tape a box, and with a fervent “yes” Craig took a few steps to
where Eric was working.
What happened next was nothing short of inspiring, we all
watched on as Eric began to mentor Craig and teach him how
to tape the box. For those who know or love someone with a
developmental disability you will understand the depth and
breath of this experience. For us, to watch on as Eric
mentored Craig, meant more to our company than you can
imagine.
So as we make business plans for the upcoming year we are
stopping to enjoy this moment, and the success that cannot be
measured by financial data, but rather the impact being felt
within our community by building a legacy, not just a
business.
Our Grand Knight mentioned the following article at
our last Council meeting. Building Blocks Ministry is
a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that builds lives
by encouraging others to dream, empowering them to
believe in themselves and engaging them in the
community to achieve their dreams.
If you’d like more information on Building Blocks
Ministry please visit their website:
http://www.buildingblocksministries.com/
Knights of Columbus Blessed Sacrament Clermont, Florida | JANUARY 2014 NEWSLETTER 7
The Prolife Corner:
Well it’s the start of a new year and we still have a lot of the
“old” issues on our plate.
However, progress may be happening on the issue right of
conscience and the rules under the Affordable Care Act,
commonly referred to as Obamacare. The Supreme court has
agreed to hear two cases dealing with the right of a for profit
company to not provide or fund employee insurance that
violates the company owners conscience ,as well as the
Religious Freedom Restoration Act of 1993. We expect to see
a ruling in the June 2014 time frame. The two companies are
Hobby Lobby, Oklahoma based, and Conestoga Wood
Specialties, a Pennsylvania company. There are still cases
going forward in the courts on the issue of the HHS ruling
involving religious employers facing the possibility of third
parties providing the contraceptive coverage to their
employees. Keep the prayers going that the courts support the
Constitutional right of Freedom of Religion and the
application of the Religious Freedom Restoration Act.
Upcoming in the Month of Jan. 2014:
• Jan. 4th, 2014 the Helpers of God’s Precious Infants
Mass and Rosary Procession. Starts with 8 AM Mass at
Annunciation Catholic Church and then a procession to the All
Women’s Health Center, 431 Maitland Ave, Altamont
Springs. We will say the Rosary at the clinic and Bishop
Noonan will attend. Knights should wear their shirts, insignia,
hat’s, etc.
• Jan 18th, 2014- March For Life- St. Augustine FL.
Mass starts at 9 AM at Prince of Peace Church Mission
Nombre de Dios and there will be a procession down St.
George Street to the Public Plaza and Downtown Gazebo
about 11 AM. See the Diocese web site for more info on the
keynote speaker and a spaghetti dinner.
Once again-a quote from the beloved Pope John Paul II---“
America you are beautiful…and blessed…the ultimate test of
your greatness is the way you treat every human being, but
especially the weakest and defenseless. If you want equal
justice for all and true freedom and lasting peace, then
America, defend life”.
Pete
The Prolife
Corner
By
Pete Stauder
The Epiphany of the Lord
Feast of the Magi
January 6th
As we celebrate Christmas and the Feast of the Epiphany, we
too must be mindful of our duty to adore our Lord through
prayer, worship and self-sacrificing good works. St. Gregory
Nazianzen (d. 389) preached, "Let us remain on in adoration;
and to Him, who, in order to save us, humbled Himself to such
a degree of poverty as to receive our body, let us offer not only
incense, gold and myrrh..., but also spiritual gifts, more sublime
than those which can be seen with the eyes"
Knights of Columbus Blessed Sacrament Clermont, Florida | JANUARY 2014 NEWSLETTER 8
Don't assume you can't afford Disability
Income Insurance
One of the biggest mistakes you can make regarding
disability insurance is to assume you can't afford it or
you won't qualify. Before you make that assumption, do
some basic research and apply for coverage through the
Knights of Columbus. The Order’s Income Armor
product gives you options that can help you fit this
critical protection into your risk management budget.
We guarantee the cash value in your whole life policies
will be there.
For example, here are two ways you can reduce
your premium:
1. Choose a two-year or five-year maximum benefit
period.
Depending on your age, the best option is probably
a policy that pays benefits until you reach age 67. But a
two-year or five-year maximum benefit period would
cover many types of partial or total disabilities you
might encounter in your working life.
2. Choose a longer elimination period.
An elimination period is the number of days a total
disability must exist before benefits begin to accrue.
Typical elimination periods are 30, 90, or 180 days.
Choosing a longer elimination period lowers the policy’s
premium. But be sure you have enough set aside in
your business's contingency fund to account for the
longer gap.
As your professional insurance agent, running a
small business and the challenges of risk management
are two of my specialties. Let’s talk about how to
protect your business income, your retirement needs,
and your family's financial future
Jim Bernacki Field Agent
(813) 929-3487
Notes from your
Fraternal Benefits
Advisor
Jim Bernacki
K of C Insurance Facts: Did you know?
Since 1882, we have been committed to
protecting the financial futures of our Knights and
their families. We do this by paying claims and
dividends to our insured members. In 2012, we paid
well over $487 million in death claims and other
benefits, and more than $349 million in dividends to
our policyholders. Even more impressive is the fact
that in the past decade, the Knights of Columbus paid
more than $3.4 billion in dividends to insured
members.
Knights of Columbus Blessed Sacrament Clermont, Florida | JANUARY 2014 NEWSLETTER 9
Hi Ladies,
This is to inform everyone that our January meeting will be held on January 9,
2014 at 7:00 pm in Classroom 2
Have a very Holy & Healthy New Year!
God Bless,
Phyllis Capece
Prayer List for January 2014
Brothers please keep the following members and
their families in your prayers.
Alexis Bentinganan (Diabetes), daughter of Jim
Ken Tanke (Hospitalized)
Rafael Oliveras (Assisted Living), brother of Jorge
Eda Gilligan (Stroke), sister of Joe Pangia
Mark Mayles (Cancer)
Pete Connelly
Saturday, January 18, 2014
Seminar / Retreat “Burn Brightly Without Burning Out”
Sponsored by the
Knights of Columbus Council 13240 & Men’s Club of Blessed Sacrament
Contact Pete Connelly for information
352-242-5167
“Come to me, all you who labor and are
burdened, and I will give you rest….For
my yoke is easy, and my burden light”
Matthew 11:28-30
JANUARY COUNCIL SOCIAL
The Ladies are planning the January Social Night. Details will be announced at the Council Meeting on January 2nd
.
January Birthday List
01-03 Manuel Colon
01-05 James Loesch
01-05 Christopher Godbold
01-07 Paul Wood
01-08 Eric Palmer
01-29 Joseph Pivacco
01-29 Jaries Ellis
01-29 Michael Ogden
01-31 Donald Wheelhouse
01-12 Fred Rosenthal
01-13 Kevin Vanscoyk
01-14 Joseph Roesch
01-17 Rick Kleinschmidt
01-18 Joseph Nowicki
01-21 Cory Cleek
01-23 John Berko
01-25 Joseph Mitchell
01-28 John Wallace
01-29 John Hansen
Knights of Columbus Blessed Sacrament Clermont, Florida | JANUARY 2014 NEWSLETTER 10
MINUTES: DECEMBER 5, 2013
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
BLESSED SACRAMENT COUNCIL # 13240
CALLED TO ORDER: At 7:00pm by GK Jim Laria
OPENING PRAYER : Was led by Deacon Rafael
THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE : Was led by GK Jim Laria
ROLL CALL: DGK Frank Regiacorte, Steve Cruz, Jim Venezio, Ramon Aviles, Fr. Bob were excused.
MEMBERS PRESENT: 42
THE MINUTES: The December Minutes are posted on the web site and distributed to members for their review.
TREASURER’S REPORT: Worthy Treasure was excused. Report was circulated among members with a 30 November 2013
Reconciled Balance of:
Council Donation - $ 2947.08
Council Administrative - $ 3619.03
Squires - $ 706.79
Building Fund – $ 1459.70
FINANCIAL SECRETARY REPORT: Vouchers were read by Worthy Financial Secretary Fred Costello. Applications were read.
Readmission application of John Levitt and John Levitt II was read. With a vote of 40 to 2 the application of readmission was rejected.
GRAND KNIGHTS REPORT:
Informed Council of distribution of Donation funds to:
Outward Sign - $200.00
Phillipine Relief Fund - $200.00
Military Chaplains Fund - $250.00
Voted to order By-Laws Books 40 to 2 for ordering books
NEW BUSINESS:
Accepted Minutes by Council
PROLIFE: State March for Prolife at St. Augustine will be on Jan. 18, 2014
FORTH DEGREE: SK Pete Capece stated we have 6 new Sir Knights
FINANCIAL BENEFITS ADVISOR : Advisor Jim Bernacki stated our Insurance is at a record high.
DISTRICT DEPUTY: DD Bob Britten congratulated the Color Guard at the 4th
Degree Exemplification
GOOD OF THE ORDER: Members, Families and Friends were named and remembered in our prayers
CLOSING PRAYER: Was led by Deacon Rafael
SK Steve McRobbie
Worthy Recorder
Knights of Columbus Blessed Sacrament Clermont, Florida | JANUARY 2014 NEWSLETTER 11
Brother Sir Knights,
The Assembly dues for 2014
will be due this month at our
January 9th meeting. The dues
are $25.00 please make your
check payable to our BS
Assembly #3025 and see our
Comptroller at the meeting.
We have reached the half year mark of our current
Assembly’s administration. In a couple of months we
will be opening up nominations for our Assembly
Officer positions. Please consider running for one of
our officer positions…..especially if t you have never
served, this would be a good time to start. I will be
appointing a nomination committee at our January
meeting.
The 4th Degree exemplification was held November
30th at the Rosen Plaza Hotel, in Orlando. Our new Sir
Knights are: Charles Miller, Kenneth Fetta, Victor
Rivera, Robert Richey, Joseph O’Regan and Matthew
Sulsenti. May I extend a warm welcome to our newest
Sir Knights and I look forward to your participation in
our Blessed Sacrament Assembly. Welcome
aboard…….!
Brothers who plan on participating in the Color Corps at
any of our upcoming events should contact the
Assembly Commander for particulars. Brother Stauder
can be reached via his e-mail [email protected] or
calling him at 352-989-5138, 407-375-1592.
As we begin a new year I pray and hope that this coming
year will bring us all together while we work within our
“Order” in reaching the public regarding the sanctity of
the unborn. There will be a “Walk for Life” on Saturday
Jan.18th in St. Augustine. DD Bob Britten & PFN Pete
Stauder will be attending …..if you wish to join them
contact Pete, his numbers are listed in the previous
paragraph.
Phyllis and I wish all our Brother Sir Knights and their
families a very “Holy & Healthy New Year”.
Vivat Jesus,
Peter P. Capece Faithful Navigator
Blessed Sacrament Assembly #3025 Clermont Florida January 2014
Next Assembly Meeting Thursday, January 9, 2014 at 7:00 pm
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