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Knights of Columbus Council #6413 and Assembly #2781Portland, Texas

“MEETING REMINDERS”

IN SERVICE TO ONE. IN SERVICE TO ALL.December 2016

Knights Chaplain's Message

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My Brother Knights, I am proud to say that our brother Knight Robert Rosales was ordained deacon last month. We congratulate him on this amazing accomplishment in his life! As we start our Advent Season, I would like to Wish Everyone a Very Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year. That we all may Keep Christ in

Christmas. As KofCs, we strive to be successful on our Charity drives and hope that we are able to help those in need. In this Advent Season may all who are in need; have a warm and dry place stay, have a warm meal to eat, and may they have a family to embrace. Let’s all pray for the needy, the lonely, and the sick. Let us pray for our Men and Women in the Armed Forces who are unable to be with their families on Christmas. May we be thankful for our many blessings and continue to do work of Our Lord thru Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism. I don’t think Christmas is necessarily about things. It’s about being good to one another, it’s about the Christian ethic, and it’s about kindness. Sometimes we get wrapped up that we forget the logic behind Christmas. This year I wanted to get ahead so I wrapped my Christmas presents early this year, but I used the wrong paper. See, the paper I used said ‘Happy Birthday’ on it. I didn’t want to waste it so I just wrote ‘Jesus’ on it. May each and every one of you have Merry Christmas with all your families! Your Brother in Christ,

Ervey Martinez Vivat Jesus!

Brother Knights:

As we approach Christmas I want you to know that I greatly appreciate the continuing good work of the Knights of Columbus for our parish. Your willingness to assist in so many ways brings many benefits to this community. Please concentrate during the Advent season on a genuine spiritual preparation for Christmas. Be aware that we will have our Advent communal Reconciliation Service on Monday, December 21st at 7:00 pm. There will be another Reconciliation Service at Immaculate Conception in Gregory on Tuesday, the 22nd at 7:00 pm. Sandi Allison is preparing the Children’s Christmas Pageant for the 6pm Christmas Vigil Mass on December 24th. I am sure that we could use a few extra ushers as this Mass is always VERY crowded!

Fr. Jerry and I wish you all the season’s blessings.

Fr. Mark Chamberlin

OFFICER’S COUNCIL #6413 MEETINGThursday 1stRE Bldg. Conference Room 7:30 p.m.

MONTHLY COUNCIL #6413 MEETINGThursday 8thParish Hall Council Christmas Party 7pm

4TH DEGREE ASSEMBLY #2781 MEETING

NO MEETING THIS MONTH!

KofC members are invited and encouraged to attend these meetings. You’ll find out what’s going on in our council and assembly and you will be able to take an active part by expressing your views and opinions on the issues.

Grand Knights Comments

KNIGHTS 2016 A YEAR TO REMEMBER

What a successful year this has been for us! S e e a l l o f o u r accomplishments…

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Officer's Meeting RE bldg. 7:15 p.m.

Council Meeting Meal 7:15 p.m.

Meeting 8:15 p.m. OLMC Parish Hall

KC Breakfast Team “D” Butch Rowe 9:30 a.m.

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KC Vigil Practice 5:30 p.m.

Mass 6 p.m.NO LADIES NIGHT OUT!

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Blood Drive 8:00 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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Prayer to Mary Queen of the Knights

Our Lady, Queen of the Knights, bless all the activities of our order. Keep us true to the pledge to extend the kingship of thy Divine Son on earth. Through Thine intercession, win for us the grace ever to exemplify in our public and private lives, the virtues, which should characterize those specially dedicated to the service of the heavenly court. Make us always aware that as your Knights we are constantly observed, our faith judged and our order appreciated. Accept O Mary, this renewed pledge of fealty and devotion of thy servants, the Knights of Columbus. Amen.

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DECEMBER 2016

PRAYER FOR THE SICK:

Dear Jesus, Devine Physician and Healer of the sick, we turn to You in this time of illness. O dearest Comforter of the Troubled, alleviate our worry and sorrow with Your entle love, and grant us the grace and strength to accept this burden. Dear God, we place our worries in your hands. We ask that You restore Your servant to health again. Above all, grant us the grace to acknowledge Your holy will and know that whatsoever You do, You do for the love of us. Amen.

KEEP IN PRAYERFr. Jerry ZurovetzGilbert HinojosaMona ChavezEmma Lopez

Tom Cass

KEEP CHRIST IN CHRISTMAS (TUES. 6th)The Knights are keeping Christ in Christmas. Everyone’s help is needed for this worthwhile undertaking. In a time when all things religious are being discouraged and swept away, it’s refreshing to know that the Knights of Columbus established the “Keep Christ in Christmas” campaign to remind people that Christmas is above all a Holy Day celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. To help deliver the “Keep Christ in Christmas” message, Order-wide, the Knights of Columbus annually on the first Tuesday in December begin the Christmas season with the “Light Up For Christ” celebration. The ceremonial lighting of a Nativity scene, Christmas tree, or Christmas display is just part of the celebration. Plan such a lighting ceremony and at precisely 8 p.m. December 6th, local time, throw the switch to “Light Up For Christ.” The “Light Up For Christ” celebration is a wonderful way to kick off the Christmas season to help spread the joyful tidings of Christmas. (See prayer on page 4)

CHRISTMAS PARTY IN-LIEU OF MONTHLY MEETING (Thurs. 8th) Thursday Dec. 10th will be an “OPEN MEETING” starting at 7:30 p.m., dispensing with normal business, to have fun and merriment as Christmas approaches. This will be a joint Council/Assembly Christmas Party. Members, families, and friends are cordially invited to come mingle and eat (see main menu items pg-6). COME HAVE FUN!

KNIGHTS’ CHOIR (Sat. 10th)The KofC choir sings monthly at the 6:00 p.m.Vigil Mass. Practice is at 5:30 p.m. at the daily chapel. No Ladies Night Out this month.

FIRST DEGREE EXEMPLIFICATIONThere will not be a 1st Degree ceremony this month. The next scheduled 1st Degree exemplification will be Tuesday, January 17, 2017 with registration at 6:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Religious Education Building. Invite an eligible catholic gentleman, 18 years of age or older, to join the Knights of Columbus by completing an application for membership (Form 100). Applications must be submitted to the council for review and approval at our regular monthly meeting. CONTINUED ON PG6

DECEMBER 2016 CALENDAR

If the three wise men had said “NO” in their desire to follow the star, our Lord would not have received the gifts they brought. Two

thousand years later, within our parish, the gifts are still being presented to Him!

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“Light Up For Christ” Prayer

Heavenly Father, We praise you for the light of creation; the sun, the moon and the stars of the night. We praise you for the light of Israel: the Law, the Prophets and the wisdom of the Scriptures. We praise you for Jesus Christ your Son, the true Light of the world, the Light which no darkness can overcome. He is Emmanuel, God-with-us, the Prince of Peace who saved the world from darkness and brought humanity into the peace of everlasting Light. We praise you for Mary, who held your Son in her loving arms, and who was given to us as a Mother at the foot of the Cross. She is the New Eve, leading all her children into the Light of Joy who is her Son, Jesus. We praise you for the gift of faith, given to

us at Baptism, which enlightens our minds to know and accept the Gospel of Truth and Life. Lord, we ask that your blessing come down upon us and those of our family who cannot be with us today as we illumine this Christmas display. May the light that it gives fill our hearts with hope that you will free us from the darkness of sin, and deliver us into the light of your peace and happiness. May all who look at this Christmas display come to the knowledge and joy of

salvation. Grant that we may always walk as sons and daughters of the light, keeping the flame of Truth alive in our

hearts, until we join you and the heavenly host in the Kingdom of everlasting Light. We ask this through Christ our Lord, Amen.

DECEMBER 2016 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS “A LOOK AT OUR PAST YEAR”WELCOME!

Council 2781 proudly w e l c o m e s D a v i d Stanlee to the Knights of Columbus!

View all Council Event pictures and more on: OLMC Flicker: http://www.flickr.com/photos/olmcportlandtx/

OLMC Facebook: Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church, Portland, TX

Brother Knights, please take this opportunity to reflect on our achievements in the past year and share our success thanks to “YOU”. After all, YOU are a big part of our success! To put this in perspective, in the last 12 months, we have had many accomplishments and departures from some brother Knights, may they rest in peace. Our council continues to ensure that we provide the insight of our Principles and Values: Charity, Fraternity, Unity and Patriotism. 2017 is nearly here, so let’s take a step back and reflect on all our accomplishments we have achieved together as Knights. DiVivat Jesus!!

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DECEMBER 2016FOURTH DEGREE NEWSThere will not be a Fourth Degree meeting this month.

KofC BLOOD DRIVE RESULTSThe November blood drive on behalf of our council and Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish resulted in a total of 16 successful blood donations. This is the equivalent of 48 lives saved (remember, each whole blood donation has the ability to save up to three lives). The Coastal Bend Blood Center is always appreciative of the time and effort we put into making the blood drives a success and our sincere thanks go to all the donors. Whole blood donors are able to give every 56 days. Our next blood drive is scheduled for January 8, 2017. What a better way to start the New Year than contributing to saving lives! A. J. CESSAC MEMORIAL SHRIMP BOIL ENJOYED BY ALL!

About fifty 80 (brother) Knights, spouses, widows of our departed brothers, Father Mark, and some parishioners appeared to have had a good time at our annual Shrimp Boil, held November 19 at the Parish Hall. Before the blessing, we paid tribute to our departed brother, A. J. Cessac (1931-2012), recalling his presence and accomplishments in our parish, council, and amongst his many friends over the years of his life with us. He initiated this council event in 2003, it was named after him in 2006, and was redesignated as the A.J.

Cessac Memorial Shrimp Boil in 2012, the year of his passing. His widow Joyce and two sons honored us with their presence. It has been an annual event of good Cajun food, fun, and fellowship. Brother Knights, spouses, widows and friends had a great time. Our thanks to the brother Knights who boiled, fried, cooked, set-up, etc. so that everybody would enjoy.

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LTCIsanImportantPieceofthePuzzleThere are many financial consultants and retirement authorities who emphasize the need for a long-term care (LTC) product for estate preservation and family protection. While many commercial life insurance companies have gotten out of the long-term care business, the Knights of Columbus considers LTC a very important piece of the family protection puzzle. The Order has been actively offering our members this product for nearly 15 years without a premium increase on current policyholders. Members who wisely purchased an LTC plan from the Knights in 2000 are still paying the same premiums today. Even better, our LTC coverage is backed by the full strength of the Order, which remains rooted in our strong Catholic values. Talk about stability when it counts.

If we have not spoken about your need for LTC coverage in your family portfolio, please take some time out of your schedule to meet with me.

Remember, long-term care policies are underwritten based on your health, and you most likely will never be any healthier than you are today.

The Knights of Columbus Insurance program operates solely for members and their families, relies on council-agent teamwork for its success, and provides the financial backbone for all of the Order’s good works.

Kevin CosbyKofC Field Agent

(361)790-6696kevin.cosby@kofc.org

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Supreme Master Dark Blue Cape & Cape

Vice Supreme Master Light Blue Cape & Chapeau

Master Gold Cape and Chapeau

District Marshal Green Cape & Chapeau

Faithful Navigator White Cape and Chpeau

Assembly Commander Purple Cape & Chapeau

Color Corps Members Red Cape & White Chapeau

RANK Color

OFFICIAL REGALIA DRESS – COLOR CORPS

The Knights of Columbus Color Corps official regalia dress is the same as the official regalia dress of a member, with the following additions and as set forth in the Laws of the Fourth Degree (Article XI, “Official Dress and Regalia,” Sections 38 and 40):

• Black Chapeau with a plume of the color of the office as stated in this manual together with a Fourth Degree emblem on the right side

• Black Cape with a lining of the color of the office as stated in this manual together with a Fourth Degree emblem patch on the left shoulder. The Fourth Degree emblem is the ONLY adornment on the cape

• White gloves

• Service Baldric, together with a sword, worn over the tuxedo jacket front from the right shoulder to the left hip. When a sword is not ermitted for any reason the Service Baldric shall be worn nevertheless. The Social Baldric is not worn when the Service Baldric is worn

• Color bearers wear a color-bearer harness and the Service Baldric with no sword

• The same rules apply with reference to wearing of jewels of office by incumbents only and the Past and Former Miniature Jewels of office as described in the Protocol Handbook

• A pocket name badge shall not be worn when dressed in Color Corps regalia.

KofC Annual Christmas PartyThursday 8th starts at 7:00 p.m.

Soup & Salad: South of the Border Corn and OnionSoupFresh Spinach Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette Dressing

Entrees: Holiday Pork RoastBuffet Chicken MedleyTamales with Zesty Mexican Chili

Sides: Roasted VegetablesSweet Potato Gratin

Desserts: Cake, pies, cookies, Ice Cream

Beverages: Coffee and Tea

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Door Prizes

Music

Games

Family Fun

Great Food

Brother Knight and Deacon Robert RosalesWELCOME!

Council 2781 proudly w e l c o m e s D a v i d Stanlee to the Knights of Columbus!

View all Council Event pictures and more on: OLMC Flicker: http://www.flickr.com/photos/olmcportlandtx/

OLMC Facebook: Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church, Portland, TX

Brother Knights, we congratulate brother Knight Robert Rosales on being ordained as Deacon last month. Deacon Robert said he was first accepted into the diaconate inquiry process in the summer of 2011. The following year he applied and was accepted into the diaconate formation program. "God calls each of us to serve him in a unique way, and we must continually listen and respond in the way he wants us to serve," Rosales said.  "I first felt the call to the diaconate in 2007, however, I didn't answer it at the time, and I felt as though I had missed my opportunity to serve God on his terms."  When the next call to the diaconate came, Rosales answered the call and "God opened all the doors" necessary for him to enter the formation process. "God continually reminds me of Isaiah 43:1,  'I have called you by name: you are mine'," Rosales said. Vivat Jesus!!

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KofC2016TEAMS

Brother Knight’s, please review the monthly 2016-2017 yearly calendars for your planning purpose(s). If you are a “Team Lead” and you change with someone, it is your responsibility for the month you have been assigned in ensuring your event is covered. If you are on a cooking team and will be unable to help cook, as a courtesy please let the Team Lead” know!Swapping assigned day(s) requires prior approval from Grand Knight or Deputy Grand Knight. PLEASE SUPPORT YOUR COOKING TEAM!!

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Monthly Cooking Team Assignments

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Holidays

A.J. Cessac Shrimp

A.J. Cessac Shrimp

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The Pregnancy Center of Portland is in need of a Sonogram machine. The Knights of Columbus of OLMC are working to securematchingfundsfromtheNationalKnightsofColumbus.Thelocalgoalistoraise$15,000withthehelpofourParish,KCsandParishesinsurroundingtowns.Ifyouwouldliketodonate,thereareenvelopesprovidedintheNarthex.PleasemakecheckspayabletoKnightsofColumbus#6413andnoteonthecheck:KnightsofColumbusUltrasound/SonogramInitiative.IfyouhaveanyquestionspleasecontactFaithfulNavigatorLawrenceLuehringat(361)777-2528oremaillaluehring@yahoo.com

Goal $15,000.00

Raised $2,100.00

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RESOURCEFUL LINKS RELATED TO THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

Corpus Christi “Area Chapter” Knights of Columbus: www.corpuschristikofc.com

Corpus Christi Area Chapter Knights of Columbus “Flicker”: www.flickr.com/photos/ccdiochapter.org

Knights of Columbus Texas Sate Council: www.tkofc.org

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish: www.olmcportland.com

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Flicker: http://www.flickr.com/photos/olmcportlandtx/

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Facebook: Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church, Portland, TX

KNIGHT LINE SUBMISSION:We want to hear from you! Please submit your input to the Knight Line Newsletter. Please send to kofc@olmcportland.com no later than the 20th of the month. Requirements for submitting pictures:-All pictures “MUST” be at least 1MB or larger in file size.-Pictures must be be related to Knights of Columbus event(s).-A caption of the picture being submitted must be included.-Only exception to cell phone pictures is, if your cell phone takes pictures in HD of 1MB or larger.

DECEMBER BIRTHDAYSName: Birthday - Age:Robert GarrisonArlon BoatmanLuis Garza Jr.Fermin Munoz Jr.Justin LucioMyron RodriguezAlvin SaathoffChristopher EsquivelJames ShamessRudy SturgeonRichard JohnsonWilliam AdamsRamiro Quezada Jr.Daniel BettsRobert FoxRoberto RodriguezMatthew SaathoffThomas ChandlerCharles BurwickDavid Krebs Patrick KrausAlfredo Ruiz

Birthday Prayer:Thank you, God, for giving me another year of life.Thank you for all the people who remembered me todayby sending me cards, and letters, gifts and good wishes.

Thank you for all the experience of this past year;for times of success which will always be happy memories,for times of failure which reminded me of my own weakness and of my need for you,for times of joy when the sun was shining,for times of sadness which drove me to you.

Forgive mefor the hours I wasted,for the chances I failed to take,for the opportunities I missed this past year.Help me in the days ahead to make this the best year yet,and through it to bring good credit to myself,happiness and pride to my loved ones,and joy to you. Amen

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COUNCIL OFFICERS

Grand Knight ………………Deputy Grand Knight ……..Chaplain ……………………Chancellor …………………Recorder ……………….…..Treasure …………………...Financial Secretary ……….Advocate …………………..Warden……..………………Inside Guard……………….Outside Guard …………….One Year Trustee ….………Two Year Trustee …….….Three Year Trustee…….….Lecture ……………………..

COUNCIL/CONTACT INFORMATION

Physical Address / Mailing Address:1008 AustinPortland, TX 78374

Email:kofc@olmcportland.com

Regular Officer Meetings:1st Thursday of the month at 7:15 p.m. OLMC Religious Ed building.

Regular Business Meetings:2nd Thursday of the month at 8:15 p.m. OLMC parish hall.

Newsletter Editor & Graphics:Ervey Martinez: kofc@olmcportland.com

Assistant Editors:Al Saathoff: asaathoof@stx.rr.com.comLeo Farias: leofar41@gmail.com

OLMC Knights of ColumbusMsgr. Mark Chamberlin Council No. 64131008 AustinPortland, TX. 78374

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