wilmington council 1074 knights of columbus april 1, 2020
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Wilmington Council 1074 Knights of Columbus April 1, 2020
KNIGHT ACTION Grand Knight Report and COVID-19 Updates Worthy Brothers
As I write this article we are all in the midst of this virus epidemic and we are all reminded just how fleeting and how precious our lives are,
With Prayer and Love for our fellow man we are called to be a true knight. Let us be mindful of all those less fortunate and our Brothers in need.
With this in mind our order, our council and our mission must continue as best we can. With the much needed help from Brother John Reynolds, we will be doing a virtual online meeting (using Zoom) for our Officers and Directors on April 7th at 7 PM, and again for our Business Meeting on April 14th at 7:00 PM.
Instructions will be sent out shortly .
We will be having our elections on May 12th and nominations will be given out at the April 14th meeting. These are uncharted waters for most of us so please bear with us and we will get through this soon enough.
We are on chart for the Star Council Award in which we should all be proud. We have enlisted more transfers and members recently into our council .
I cannot and will not ask any brother to do anything that might put them in harms way but what we all can do is pray. Pray, say the rosary and make it our duty to reach out where and how you can to those who are most affected. May all of you and your families stay safe and remember our Jesus is with us always.
Vivat Jesus!
Ralph MaggioGrand Knight
GK Ralph Maggio, [email protected], P: (910)-303-3402 1
Important Dates
Holy Week
April 9 Holy Thursday
April 10 Good Friday
April 11 Holy Saturday
April 12 Easter Sunday
All other planned events are on hold until further notice due to COVID-19
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Deputy Grand Knight Report
Worthy Brothers
The last couple of weeks have been very different and trying for everyone.
I hope everyone is healthy and safe. Times like this remind us of our bond together as brothers in Christ. While often we see each other in Mass or around town - we know we are OK. Times are different.
Say a "hello" via email, a group text, a phone call. Let us know how you and your family are doing. Let us know you are interested to know about the KOFC, the church and care about your brother Knights and their families safety and well being. If anyone needs anything or knows of someone that does please share it with the group. All activities for the later part of March and April have been canceled. Social Distancing is going to be here for the balance of our Columbian year.
The Grand Knight and I through the Guidance of Brother John Reynolds will be attempting to do the all April meetings (4/7 O&D, 4/14 Membership) virtual on line. Please check your emails and if you have any questions please contact me or the Grand Knight. My wife Sue and I and our family are all healthy and safe.
How is everyone else? Please keep it up and stay in touch!
Vivat Jesus!
Rich BoccardDeputy Grand Knight
GK Ralph Maggio, [email protected], P: (910)-303-3402 2
COVID-19 Information In case you need information about the COVID-19 pandemic for the State of North
Carolina, City of Wilmington and nearby Counties, or our area Churches, please see the links below
NC Health and Human Services - www.ncdhhs.gov
New Hanover County Health Department - health.nhcgov.com
Brunswick County Health Department - www.brunswickcountync.gov
St. Mary’s Basilica - thestmaryparish.org
Immaculate Conception Parish - iccwilm.org
Wilmington Council 1074 Knights of Columbus April 1, 2020
District Deputy’s Message - March 2020
Brothers,
What a difference a month makes! Due to the Coronavirus just about everything is on hold and movement is severely restricted throughout North Carolina. Most events have been cancelled; I’m not going to try listing them. For the immediate future please verify that any event is on before traveling to it.
Webcasts - Supreme has scheduled Coronavirus webcasts at 8:00 PM each Thursday. The first one last week was very well done and I encourage you to join in to these sessions.
RIP Lori Nussbaum - As you probably know, Lori Nussbaum, the wife of Immediate Past State Deputy John Nussbaum, has been ell for the past few years. Lori passed away over the weekend. Please keep Lori and John in your prayers.
New Degree Ceremony - We did manage to hold one new Multi Degree Ceremony on March 11th as the K of C shutdown was just taking effect. Thanks to GK Bob Benedict and the degree team of Southport Council 12537.
State Convention - The convention as such is cancelled but there will be a virtual convention on Saturday May 2nd. Full details have not been announced yet.
Please read the Tar Heel Knight and Golden Plume on the State Website for details of what is going on around NC.
Road to Star Council The figures below are based on the March 1st report. It looks like a few councils lost members and their numbers went down from last month.
Membership InsuranceCouncil Quota Net % Quota Net %
1074 17 13 76.5% 6 7 116.7%
9039 16 9 56.2% 6 1 16.7%
11494 4 1 75.0% 3 0 0.0%
11817 5 0 0.0% 3 0 0.0%
12537 17 7 41.2% 6 -1 -16.7%
GK Ralph Maggio, [email protected], P: (910)-303-3402 3
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Degrees The degree schedule for the rest of the Columbian year is in a state of flux due to the Coronavirus. The April 28th Degree in Wilmington is cancelled due to the Governor’s order. The May and June dates are still on the calendar for now.
Multi Degree: Monday, May 11th, 6:00 PM, Our Lady of the Rosary Council 9039, St. Brendan the Navigator Church, Shallotte. Contact GK Jim Carmody, 910-755-6366. Register by May 8th.
Multi Degree: Wednesday, June 10th, 6:00 PM, Sacred Heart Council 12537, Sacred Heart Church, Southport. Contact GK Bob Benedict, 910-520-0320. Register by June 6th.
Dates to Remember April1st Credentials & Necrology due; all invoices must be paid12th Easter
15th Family of the Month Award Forms due20th Turn in State raffle tickets and money25th Tar Heel Knight articles due
May1st SP-7, GK & DD Reports Due2nd State Convention - Virtual11th Multi Degree, Shallotte15th Family of the Month Award Forms due
15th IRS Form 990 due for cal. yr accounts21st Ascension of the Lord25th Memorial Day25th Tar Heel Knight articles due
Francis X. Reck PGK, PFN District Deputy, North Carolina District #25Lead Me Lord!
GK Ralph Maggio, [email protected], P: (910)-303-3402 4
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Set a reminder! April and May Business Meetings
Our April Business Meeting will be held online in a Zoom meeting (details to follow) on
Tuesday, April 14th, 2020.Our May Business Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 12th, 2020. Details to follow
REGISTER NOW
April Message From Your Field Agent, Kenny Levy
The mission of the Knights of Columbus today remains the same as when it was founded in 1882: to protect Catholic families financially and to help strengthen the Catholic faith of our members.
While the current medical, social and economic issues we face are unsettling, it’s not the first time we have risen to meet such challenges. Our Order has stood strong through past crises such as the Spanish flu in 1918, the Great Depression and the financial crisis of 2008.
Just as we stood together during those times, we stand ready in our own difficult times to provide life insurance, annuities, long term care and disability insurance. Knights of Columbus Insurance agents are fully equipped and eager to help you understand how the current climate may affect your personal finances and how our products can help.
GK Ralph Maggio, [email protected], P: (910)-303-3402 5
“Our commitment to helping you and your family remains strong”
- Kenny Levy
Wilmington Council 1074 Knights of Columbus April 1, 2020
Our agents can meet with you in person, talk to you over the phone (when appropriate) or through a virtual meeting using Skype or similar software. Agents are ready to answer questions, assist with service-related issues and help show you how you can reduce your financial risk.
As the Knights of Columbus turns 138 years old, it is an opportune moment to thank our founder, Father Michael McGivney, for his foresight in founding an Order that consistently provides reliable financial protection for Catholic families. You do not face the current challenges alone. Our commitment to helping you and your family remains strong.
May The Lord Keep you and all your family Safe!
Vivat Jesus!
Kenny LevyField [email protected]
Prayer Requests
Please keep these people and their families in your prayers (Deceased on Date)
• Lori Nussbaum, Wife of Past State Deputy John Nussbaum, (March 2019)
• Sandra Kryn (Wife of Edward) (Feb 2020)
• Rose Torchio (Ken Schradin’s Mother-in-law)
• Paula Plarre (wife of George)
• Mike Lazurri
• Jack McClosky
• John Zukar
• Neil Cahill
GK Ralph Maggio, [email protected], P: (910)-303-3402 6
Wilmington Council 1074 Knights of Columbus April 1, 2020
• Brian Tripplet
• John & Laurie Newsbaum
• Dick Nevil (passed at the age of 99)
• Ray Gromanski (09-21-19)
• Leo and Kay Torrens
• Randy Parker
• Dr. James Sarno
• Paul Cary’s late aunt Loraine Corbett.
• Bertha Militscher
• Ed Grace (10-13-18)
• Richard Nagy
• John B. Echols (01-01-19)
• Richard R. Post (01- 23-19)
• James R. Todd, Jr. (02- 11-19)
• Edward Thomas Sulva (03-10-19)
• Mike Fedarko, Jr. (03-19-19)
• Roy A. Isaksen (04-01-19)
• Frank Smith (04-23-19)
• John Weakley (05-15-19)
• Carmine Rotunda (05-23-19)
• Harry Kozma (06-5-19)
• Roger Poletti (06-26-19)
• Richard Johnson (deceased)
• Joe Prantil (08-09-19)
• Conrad Corrano (01-03-2020)
A Reminder From The Editor: Newsletter articles and photo submissions should be sent out by the 20th
of every month to John Reynolds, [email protected]
GK Ralph Maggio, [email protected], P: (910)-303-3402 7
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Council Officers and Directors 2019-2020 Title Name Phone E-mail
Chaplain Fr. Father Ryszard Kolodziej
910.762.5491 x100
District Deputy 25 & First Degree Team Captain
SK Frank Reck 910-789-1783 [email protected]
Grand Knight Ralph Maggio 910-303-3402 [email protected]
Deputy GK, Program Dir. & Recruitment Committee Rich Boccard 910-777-8839 [email protected]
Field Agent SK Kenny Levy 910-398-0818 [email protected]
Chancellor, Retention, & Vocations Chairman SK Lou Mattes 910-200-8928
Recorder Jim Mulligan 972-343-8593 [email protected]
Treasurer Gerry Roggerman 910-399-3700 [email protected]
Lecturer, SK Lou Mattes 910-200-8923lou [email protected]
Advocate,Shirts, Name badges SK Frank Militscher 910-409-8677 [email protected]
Warden SK Bud Avil 910-880-9644 Bidavo;[email protected]
Inside Guard Jim Cavanaugh 412-445-6953 [email protected]
Outside Guard Open
1-Year Trustee SK Ned Reilly 910-313-3344 [email protected]
2-Year Trustee SK George Plarre 910-233-1624 [email protected]
3-Year Trustee SK Bob Benazzi 910-228-5369 [email protected]
Financial Secretary SK Steve Hargett 910-264-2087 [email protected]
Faith Director Brian Triplett 215-317-9197 [email protected]
Community Director Tim Pflaum 910-399-2708 [email protected]
Family Director & Faithful Navigator SK Robert Macaluso 910-371-1608 [email protected]
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Life Director SK George Plarre 910-233-1624 [email protected]
Health Services Open
Membership Director Rich Schrum 910-376-4274 [email protected]
Recruitment Committee SK Barney McAteer 910-399-2482 [email protected]
Food Collections & Recruitment Committee Rich Boccard 910-777-8839 [email protected]
LAMB Chairman Open
NC State Raffle Council Chairman Tim Pflaum 910-399-2708 [email protected]
GK Ralph Maggio, [email protected], P: (910)-303-3402 8
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Newsletter Editor SK John Reynolds 201-841-5095 [email protected]
Webmaster SK David Altman 910-409-0058 Da;t,[email protected]
Public Relations SK Kenny Levy 910-398-0818 [email protected]
GK Ralph Maggio, [email protected], P: (910)-303-3402 9