Our Lady of Grace Knights of Columbus Council

#14765 “Knights of Indian Land” - Newsletter

COUNCIL OFFICERS February, 2014

Chaplain Rev. John Giuliani, CO 803-548-7282

Associate Chaplain Rev. Elbano Munoz, CO 803-524-2555

Grand Knight SK Vince Rosacco 803 -396-7786

Deputy Grand Knight SK Paul De Rosa, PGK, FDD 727-457-3083

Chancellor John Ehrmanntraut 803-396-0968

Warden James Turco 803-802-0818

Financial Secretary SK Ronald Leddy, PFN 803-394-5839

Treasurer SK Louis Russo 803-802-5279

Recorder Bob Davies 803-396-7781

Inside Guard Carmine Ravenola 803-547-4894

Outside Guard Dave Mancina 803- 900-8456

One year Trustee SK Bob Szeligowski, PGK 903-632-7202

Two year Trustee Bob Montag 949-278-7885

Three Year Trustee SK Frank Manipole, PGK 803-804-4305

Advocate SK Paul Kennedy 803-431-7760

Membership Director SK Brian Greene, PGK, FDD 803-431-7760

Program Director SK Paul De Rosa, PGK, FDD 727 457 3083

Operation Hope Chairman Bob Michaud 910-599-4039

Fundraising Chairman S/K Brian Greene, PGK, FDD 803-431-7760

Church Director SK Frank Manipole, PGK, FDD 803-804-4305

Pro- Life Chairmen SK Frank Manipole, PGK & Brian Greene. PGK, FDD

District Deputy SK Dan Hamilton, PGK, PFN 803-631-5180

GRAND KNIGHT’S MESSAGE

“We Can Do Better Together”Vivat Jesus

Dear Brother Knights,

This year is starting off right. We have already held our first meeting and started talking about a new fund raiser for the fall. You will have to attend the fund raising meeting to find out more about the event.

I am pleased to announce Bob Michaud as the new Chairman as Operation Hope and I hope all of you will lend your support in his upcoming endeavors, remember it is all about the children.

Paul De Rosa and I attend the Grand Knights Mid-Year work shop and will share our updates in the February meeting.

Remember that you became a Knight to make a difference and this is your year to make that happen by getting involved.  Paul and I are asking that each of us get involved in one event this year.

I hope to see you all at the February meeting.

God Bless

Vincent Rosacco

Grand Knight -Council #14765

“We do better together”

“CHARITY, THE FIRST PRINCIPAL OF OUR ORDER”

PRAY THE ROSARY EVERY DAY

PAST GRAND KNIGHT RECOGNITION

Past Grand Knights of

Our Lady of Grace Council

Brian Greene, PGK, FDD

Robert Szeligowski, PGK

Frank Manipole, PGK

Past Grand Knights of the Order

Brian Greene, PGK, FDD

Paul De Rosa, PGK FDD

Frank Sesta, PGK, FDD, PFN

FEBRUARY CALENDER OF EVENTS

February 3, 2014 First Degree, Parish House

February 4, 2014 Business Meeting, Parish house

February 14, 2014 Valentine’s Day

February 12, 2014 Lincoln’s birthday

February 15, 2014 Fourth Degree exemplification

February 17, 3014 Presidents Day/Washington’s birthday

February 17, 2014 First Degree, Parish House

February 19, 2014 Fundraiser Meeting, Midtown Sundries

February 19, 2014 Social Luncheon, Midtown Sundries

February 21, 2014 Fourth Degree Meeting, SPN

February 25, 2014 Officers Meeting, Parish House

We are always looking for a few good Catholic men to be part of our honored order. Membership is the life blood of any organization, and it is no different with the Knights of Columbus. So ask that relative, friend, neighbor to become a Knight. Contact our Membership Director Brian Greene, PGK, FDD with any candidates.

“SPONSOR SOMEONE SOON”

NEW WARDEN APPOINTED

We are very pleased that Jim Turco has stepped up to fill the post of Warden. He will be installed at our next meeting.

Thank you Jim for your service!!!

Our Lady of Grace,

Pray for us and the

Whole world. Ame

Knights of Columbus Free throw

January 10, 2014

Our free throw contest was held at the Elementary school. The weather was cold and rainy. The turnout was good, with 12 boys and girls participating in the event. Medals and certificates were given out to the boys and girls who had the highest scores. Everyone who participated in the free throw was given a certificate. We would like to thank those brother Knights who came down to help with the scoring. Vincent Rosacco, Paul De Rosa, John Ehrmanntraut, Jim Torso, Carmine Rivenola and Roch Gerard. Thank you Brothers!!

BIRTHDAY GREETINGS

FOR FEBRUARY 2014

William Boynton

William Heffron. Jr.

Paul Kennedy

Vincent Rosacco, GK

Robert Szeligowski, PGK

Happy Birthday Brothers

MONTHLY SOCIAL LUNCHEON

Our next social luncheon will be on February 19, 2014 at Midtown Sundries, starting at 11:30 PM. We would like to see more of our brother Knights attend. Most of the time father John is there to lead us with a blessing. No council business is discussed, strictly Social.

ST. PATRICK DINNER

MARCH 16, 2014 – 6:30 PMOur annual St. Patrick day dinner will be at

MIDTOWN SUNDRIES RESTAURANTINDIAN LAND, SOUTH CAROLINA

MENU

Corn beef, cabbage and potatoes

Chicken breast with two sides

Pasta primavera

White fish with two sides

Included is, salad with choice of dressing, bread, butter,

dessert (birthday cake), soft drinks, coffee/tea, tips and taxes

Cost will be $18.50 per person. Price does not include alcoholic beverages.

Door prizes and raffles - Space is limited

Contact: Paul De Rosa, PGK, FDD for tickets. – 727 457 3083

Please make all checks payable to Our Lady of Grace

Knights of Columbus council #14765

COME ON DOWN AND SING HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO FATHER JOHN

Pray for the canonization of Venerable

Fr. Michael J. McGivney

Founder of the

Knights of Columbus

APOSTLE TO THE YOUNG

Born August 8, 1852

Died August 14, 1890

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Fraternal AssistanceBrothers,

There are some members for one reason or another that cannot come to our meetings. This does not mean that we are not interested in hearing from you. We would like to hear from you or your family with any information regarding your health and well being.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

PRAYER

O Almighty and Eternal God, Lord of the Universe, sustain us, we

beseech Thee, o'er the course of "life's tempestuous sea."  Keep us,

we pray Thee, secure within the Bark of Peter, ever trustful of

Christ and his Vicars to guide us along the ways of peace and

prosperity.  May Jesus, Our Savior, preserve us in the unity of the Holy

Faith and confirm our hopes of sharing its treasures with America.

Send forth the power and love of the Holy Spirit, that we may be blessed in our efforts to set forth Thy glory in this land under the patronage of Mary's Immaculate Conception. 

Let our Fraternity flourish in justice and charity and give eternal praise and glory to the Most Holy Trinity.  Be mindful of each of our

brothers, departed, and receive them into the haven of eternal

peace.   Amen. 

LOOKING AHEADMarch 1, 2014

March 4, 2014

March 5, 2014

March 2014

March 15, 2014

March 16, 2014

March 17, 2014

March 19, 2014

March 21, 2104

March 23, 2014

March 25, 2014

March 29, 2014

April 1, 2014

April 11, 12, 2014

April 13, 2014

April, 16, 2014

April 16, 2014

April 18, 2014

April 20, 2014

April 25/27, 2014

April 29, 2014

May 11, 2014

Pray for our departed Brothers

Kyle Wagner

September 30, 2011

Hugh P. Cahill

November 26, 2011

James J. Hermacinski August 23, 2012

WENT HOME TO THE LORD

DISBURSEMENT OF FUNDS FOR CHARITIES

We do realize that many of our brothers have not been to our meetings to see what is going on. Here is a list of latest actions with our charity work.

Intellectual disabilities for the High School $3,148.73

Middle School $3,148.73

Elementary school $3,148.73

Coats for needy the $500.00

Mission building fund $500.00

Oratory Seminarians $500.00

Food collection, over 300 pounds donated so far, our goal is 500 pounds.

We make we spend it. That is what the Knights of Columbus does. Thanks to all who helped achieves these goals. If you have not been at our meetings lately come on down and spend some time with the rest of your brothers. Many hands make work a little easier for the rest of us.

Hope to see you soon. God Bless!!

FROM THE DESK OF OUR FINANCIAL SECRETARY

Dues notices have been sent out to all members by e mail. Please respond as soon as possible.

If for any reason you change your email address, telephone number or address, be sure to notify the Financial Secretary of any changed.  Also, if you are sending any emails to council members be sure to check your email address listings periodically to be sure you have the council updated addresses.  The Financial Secretary customarily sends an email to all members when a member is no longer affiliated with the council for any reason.

THOUGHTS

"Being happy doesn't mean everything is perfect.

It means you've decided to see beyond the imperfections."

The nicest place to be is in someone's thoughts, the

safest place to be is insomeone's prayers, and

the very best place to be is ........in the hands of God.

ANOTHER SUCCESS

Our annual Essay, Drug and alcohol contest have been completed. We had 14 children 10 to 12 grade from our faith formation classes participate. We will be having the judging at the February meet and the will receive $25.00 gift card first place, $15.00 second place and $10.00 third place for each category. They will also receive certificates as winners. All will receive a certificate for participating. The winners will be announced in the March issue.

LOOKING FOR FUTURE OFFICERS TO LEAD OUR

COUNCIL

We are always asking and looking for men to lead our council in the coming years. It is never too early to start. The future of our council is in your hands. The next few years will tell if is important to keep the succession of the officers intact. Please consider taking that step towards a commitment for the future of our council. Thank you. Contact John Ehrmanntrout.

Tell someone that you love them!!!

PRO – LIFE

157 Babies Killed in Abortion Every Single Hour

Dear Life News.com Readers,

This week our nation marks 41 years of legalized abortion -- where unborn children are killed in every state in our country.

For most Americans, the 41st anniversary the Supreme Court handed down its decision will be a day to mourn — a day to mourn the loss of tens of millions of unborn children — sons and daughters, brothers and sisters lost to a world that values choice over compassion. It will be a day to mourn the damage abortion does to women — the medical problems, the mental health

LOOKING AHEADMarch 1, 2014

March 4, 2014

March 5, 2014

March 2014

March 15, 2014

March 16, 2014

March 17, 2014

March 19, 2014

March 21, 2104

March 23, 2014

March 25, 2014

March 29, 2014

April 1, 2014

April 11, 12, 2014

April 13, 2014

April, 16, 2014

April 16, 2014

April 18, 2014

April 20, 2014

April 25/27, 2014

April 29, 2014

May 11, 2014

issues, the damaging of relationships with friends and family, and the destruction of relationships with God.

Since that fateful day in 1973, there have been an estimated 56,662,169 abortions.

Each abortion is more than just a number -- it's a tiny baby whose life was snuffed out and a mother injured in the process. Each abortion is a father who will ever experience the joy of holding his baby, watching his son play on the high school football team or watching his daughter graduate from college.

If you run the math on those terrible figures, the numbers are absolutely chilling:

1.382 million Abortions every year115,167 abortions every month26,577 abortions every week3,786 abortions every day157 abortions every hour2.6 abortions every minute

These numbers may break your heart but they have no effect on the mainstream media, the Obama administration and Planned Parenthood and its friends in the abortion industry worldwide.

They don't want to be held accountable for this travesty -- but Life News will.

Every day at Life News, we report pro-life news and carry opinion and analysis columns that challenge the abortion mindset. Life News exposes the abortion industry and we highlight moving stories that show a respect for human life. For almost 22 years on the Internet, Life News has spotlighted pro-life efforts large and small to change the law and change hearts and minds.Already this year, as Life News reported, two abortion clinics have closed! Will you help us this year to expand that success and stop those abortion numbers from climbing as fast?

SOUTH CAROLINA CATHOLIC

MEN’S CONFERENCE “BUILDING MEN OF FAITH”

MARCH 1, 2014 AT ST. JOSEPH CHURCH

COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINAWe are all invited to the First Annual South Carolina Catholic Men’s Conference “Building Men of Faith” on March 1, 2014 at St. Joseph Church, 360 Devine Street,

Columbia, SC. The topics will be timely and to the point for the Husbands, Fathers, Brothers and Sons of the 21st Century America.

Goal of the conference is:

*To impact attendees to be Better Catholic men and more active in their faith, families and parishes.

*Help men establish and nurture a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

*Invite men to have an inferior conversation.

*Encourage regular participation in the sacramental life of the Church.

*Encourage an active prayer life.

Guest Speakers: The most Reverend Robert Guglielmone, Bishop of Charleston

Joseph Lombardi, Grandson of Vince Lombardi

Steve Wood, Youth, campus and Pro Life Ministries

Father Longenmaker, Pastor of Our Lady of the Rosary

Conference fees: Knights of Columbus $25.00

If interested please contact Paul De Rosa, DGK and forward your check to him in the amount of $25.00 made payable to Our Lady of Grace, Knights of Columbus council #14765 with the registration form he will provide.

“BUILDING MEN OF FAITH”

FOURTH DEGREE – OUR PATRIOTIC DEGREE OF OUR HONORED ORDER

FATHER MICHAEL J. McGIVNEY

ASSEMBLY # 3149

My Brothers, There will be a fourth degree exemplification on February 15, 2014 in Myrtle Beach. The officers are already in the planning stages for this beautiful and meaningful degree. Please let our Financial Secretary know if you will interested in making this degree.You should be aware that the degree calls for wearing of a tuxedo and a hotel stay plus fees. All information will be provided to you when you sign up.

Assembly Officer's Meetings:

March 14th room 104 @ 7:00 PM Assembly OfficersMay 9th room 104 @ 7:00 PM Assembly Officer's

Assembly Drills and Meetings:February 21st room 104 @ 6:00 PM Drill (Room 103) & AssemblyApril 11th room 104 @ 6:00 Drill (Room 103) & AssemblyJune 20th room 104 @6:00 Drill (Room 103) & Assembly

Assembly Meetings and Socials with our wives:March 21st Room 103 & 104 @7:00 PM Assembly & SocialMay 16th Room 103 & 104 @ 7:00 PM Assembly & Social

Vivat Jesus,Neil Boddie FN803-371-4888

Help Support our TroopsThe Knights of Columbus want to provide care packages, cards as well as farewell and welcome back ceremonies to parishioners and their immediate families serving in the armed forces and/or deployed in dangerous areas around the world. Please send contact information for those serving to Neil Boddie at boddiejr.cornelius@yahoo.com

FREE THROW SHOOTOUT

JANUARY 10, 2014

JANUARY 22, 2014

Start out the year with prayersfor the aborted children

“THE NATIONS TRADEGY”

The Cause of Venerable Michael J. McGivneyThe process of “saint making,” more properly called the process for canonization, is normally long and complex.

In 1997, Archbishop Daniel A. Cronin of Hartford, Conn., opened Fr. McGivney’s cause for canonization. Dominican Fr. Gabriel B. O’Donnell was named the postulator, or promoter, of the cause.

Over the next three years, in collaboration with the Knights of Columbus and the archdiocese, Fr. O’Donnell and others compiled the historical record of Fr. McGivney’s life and works.

Some 700 pages of documentation—called “the acts”—were presented to Archbishop Cronin in March 2000. He attested to their authenticity and entrusted them to Fr. O’Donnell. That same month, Fr. O’Donnell conveyed the acts to the Congregation for the Causes of Saints at the Vatican. The Congregation for the Causes of Saints soon attested that the Church’s norms had been successfully met in this initial diocesan phase of the process toward sainthood.

The Congregation for the Causes of Saints appointed a relator, or advocate, to work with Fr. O’Donnell in the writing of the positio, or extended argument, for Fr. McGivney’s canonization.

The positio is nearly 1,000 pages in two volumes, one Fr. McGivney’s biography, the other an essay on his spirituality. The volume on spirituality is organized around his life of virtue. The biography is based on text prepared for the cause by Christopher Kauffman, professor of American Church history at The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., and author of two books on the history of the Knights of Columbus.

The positio was presented to the Congregation for the Causes of Saints in January 2002.

On June 30, 2000, the diocesan phase of the investigation into a reported miraculous cure attributed to Fr. McGivney’s intercession was completed. That report was also conveyed to the congregation, where it unrewent strict review. One miracle is required for beatification, at which time Fr. McGivney would be declared “Blessed.” Another miracle after that declaration is required for canonization or sainthood.

The important work of guiding the reported miracle through the process of approval by the Congregation for the Causes of Saints belongs to the postulator of the cause. Often, such a process requires additional information on medical terms and procedures from the locale where the reported miracle occurred.

The postulator should be present in Rome to be available to collaborate with the Congregation. In order to make this possible, the Knights of Columbus, the chief sponsor of the cause of Venerable Fr. Michael McGivney, appointed a new postulator, Dr. Andrea Ambrosi, to handle the cause. Fr. Gabriel B. O’Donnell will become the vice-postulator in the United States.

On the eve of Palm Sunday, March 15, 2008, Pope Benedict XVI approved a decree recognizing the heroic virtue of Fr. Michael McGivney, founder of the Knights of Columbus. The papal declaration was a major step that significantly advances the process towards sainthood and gives Fr. Michael the distinction of being regarded as “Venerable Servant of God.

In December 2011, Brian Caulfield, a communications specialist in the executive office of the Supreme Knight, who holds a master degree in Theology was appointed as second Vice Postulator. His charge is to promote the Cause in the Philippines, where it is hoped that a miracle will come through the intercession of Fr. McGivney.