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FR. MAHER'S KNIGHTLY NEWS
'Come Grow With Us!'
September 2005
VOLUME XXX ISSUE 3
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Father Maher's Knightly News is published monthly by Fr. Peter Paul Maher Council 6793 of the Knights of Columbus, P.O. Box 570, Olney, MD 20830. Please e-mail your articles in WORD format by the 20th of each month to: editor6793@yahoo.com |
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Contents . . .
GRAND KNIGHT'S MESSAGE
A REFRESHER COURSE
From time to time it would be an interesting and thought provoking exercise to sit back and reflect on the reasons we joined the Knights of Columbus. So if you are inclined to do so let me help you along and begin with these principals, Faith, Family, Fraternity.....
FAITH
Right arm of the Church - Dedicated to the Catholic Church's growth and her good works
"In Solidarity with our Priests" - Actively encourages and promotes religious vocations by providing financial support to those who pursue them
Pro-Life Activities - Committed to defend the sanctity of all life; participate in the annual "March for Life as well as host educational forums and pray at abortion clinics
Rosary Program - A free Knights of Columbus rosary is given to new and readmitted members
Daily Mass Remembrance - Mass offered daily for deceased members, deceased spouses of members, and deceased Columbian Squires at St Mary's Church in New Haven, CT.
Catholic Information Service - Opportunity for member and family to avail themselves of a variety of literature on Catholic faith and spirituality
FAMILY
Family Activities - Eligibility for recognition in Order wide "family of the Month/Year" program and participation in a wide variety of local family events such as family Communion breakfasts
Youth Programs - Opportunities for your children to participate in a variety of youth-oriented programs such as Columbian Squires; a leadership training program for young men, under council sponsorship
Columbia - Twelve free issues annually of the worlds largest Catholic family magazine
Scholarships/Fellowships - Six different scholarship programs for members and their families; two different graduate fellowship programs; and scholarship programs for seminarians
Matthews and Swift Educational Trust Fund - Provides full scholarships including net expenses to Catholic colleges for children of members killed or permanently and totally disabled from military service in armed conflict or from criminal violence while performing duties as fill-time law enforcement officer or full-time firefighter.
FRATERNITY
Leadership and Development - Personal growth in leadership skills and in the ability to achieve goals thru active involvement in the Order's unique structure.
Membership Card - Entitles participation in all Catholic, fraternal and social activities in the members council and in over 12,000 councils throughout the world.
Athletic Program - Participate in annual council, state and international golf, bowling and softball tournaments.
Fourth Degree - Eligibility of Third Degree members to join the Patriotic Degree, one year after initiation into the Order.
Honorary Life Membership at age 70 - After 25 years of continuous service, member merits this distinction and no longer pays dues.
Insurance Program - Offers member, spouse and children the opportunity to provide for their security and well being. Rated AAA (Superior) by Standard & Poor's and A+++ (Superior) by AM Best.
Annuity Program - Enables member and spouse to provide for retirement and build an estate thru tax-deferred savings.
Long Term Care Insurance - Enables members and their spouses to safeguard their assets and afford the care and assistance needed later in life.
Member Spouse Fraternal Benefits - Accidental death coverage for member and spouse at no cost
Orphan Benefit - $80 monthly allotment for orphans of eligible families; up to $7500 in college scholarships available.
Family Fraternal Benefit - For eligible families: a) Pays $1,500 for child who dies before the age of 61 days; b) Pays $750 for the child who is stillborn at least 20 weeks after conception; c) Offers guaranteed-issue insurance up to $5,000 to and child under 18.
New Member Plan - A Low cost whole life policy to new members and their spouses upon joining the Order.
Widow Benefits - a) Continues to be covered under Member/Spouse Fraternal Benefit; b) May purchase insurance, annuities, or Long Term Care up to one year after insured member's death; c) Receives a free lifetime subscription to Columbia; d0 Eligible with her children for scholarships.
DISTRICT DEPUTY'S MESSAGE
"The achievements of an organization are the results of the combined effort of each individual" - "Vince Lombardi"
The Columbus Day Ball is fast approaching and you will need to get your reservation in quickly. The date will be October 8, 2005. As I co-chaired this event for the State for two years, I know that the room fills up quickly. The hall will only hold 800 people and we had to turn away many Knights. See your Council chairman or Grand Knight soon. The cost is $35.00 per person and it will be at the La Fountain Blue in Glenn Burnie. Don't forget the Columbus Day Parade in Baltimore on October 9th. It's a time to show your Councils Color. I have marched in this parade for many years in both the Color Corps and just as a Knight. Let's have a good showing from the Councils in Montgomery County.
"The Tootsie Rolls are here". By now, each Council should have appointed a Tootsie Roll Chairman. This Chairman should have started setting up sites and started calling members to man these sites. This is an event that every member can take part in. It's only a few hours of fraternalism. If you cannot stand for those few hours, make a small donation to your Council's fund.
All Grand Knights and Council Chairmen should be working on the first quarter reports. The new forms can be found on the State web site "Only use the forms from the "State web site not Supreme". If needed, I will make copies for those of you that do not have access to the web. October 8, 2005 is the date that these forms must be turned into me.
Please remember in your prayers the victims of September 11th and please pray for our Troops and peace.
Kevin L. Jeffords, District Deputy #11
FRATERNAL BENEFITS
BACK TO SCHOOL
Is there anyone out there who has not noticed the absence of children on the streets during the day? No question about it, school has reopened. Never before has more emphasis been placed on school costs - and how to pay for them. Sure, the Order has a scholarship program and a student loan program and our Swift-Matthews Educational Trust Fund does answer particular needs. But most still must borrow money from banks in order to finance a college education for their sons or daughters.
Costs, of course, are up. This comes as no great surprise. In fact, while most people loudly protest increases in food prices, taxes and costs of other services, seldom do they oppose increases in the cost of education. Most parents seem to view college costs as an investment. They are investing money in their children's future. It has been definitely established that college graduates earn, on the average, from 1 1/2 to two times as much as non-college grads. Perhaps this is the reason why costs are so infrequently questioned.
Wise members prepare for these expenses by planning for them in advance. I can tell you of a plan specifically designed with college in mind. It enables you to plan, in advance, for your child's college bills. It guarantees that if your child has the desire, the ambition, and the drive, he or she will also have the money. Moreover, it has a feature that no other financial institution can offer. If you die, the money you had planned to save will still be there.
Call me today to discuss these needs. I want to hear from you.
Fraternally,
Rick Morin 301.384.7627
NAME TAGS
Please order your nametag and one for your wife, to wear at all K of C functions and social events, by completing the following form and returning it to John E. Moore, 4500 Prestwood Drive, Olney, MD, 20832. Better yet, come grow with us and bring it to the next meeting. ($5 for members, $3 for wives, no charge for widows of the Council).
---------------------------------------------------------- MEMBER NAME TAG ORDER FORM Preferred name ____________________________ $5.00 Wife's name ____________________________ $3.00 (print your name EXACTLY as you want it to appear on the name tag) ----------------------------------------------------------
IN THE MAIL FOR SEPTEMBER
Dinner Dance Silent Auction flyer. This is a reminder to all Council members that tickets for the Dinner Dance are still available for only $27.
Not exactly in the mail...kind of ...."on the phone". The Council has recently purchased a calling machine. During the month of September you can expect a recorded message from me reminding you about the Dinner Dance Silent Auction.
If you have any questions please let me know. Thank you for your support. Jack Giacalone
COUNCIL POSITIONS AVAILABLE
The following Council positions are STILL available for this fraternal year, July 1, 2005 thru June 30, 2006. There is plenty of guidance and direction to assist any one willing to help us out. Please consider becoming part of the executive team to help run our council.
If you have any questions on any of the above positions please contact me at 301 774 6338 or jgiacal@gmail.net
CHILDREN'S FINGERPRINT / IDENTIFICATION DAY
On Saturday October 22, 2005, from 10am 'till 2 pm at St Peters Parish hall, the Montgomery County Police Department and the Knights of Columbus Fr Peter Paul Maher Council 6793 will conduct a Children's Fingerprint / Identification Day. . So mark your calendars for this important event. More details will be included in the October newsletter and on our web site, kofc6793.org. If you have any questions please contact Mike Gormley at 301 774 0715 or Jack Giacalone at 301 774 6338.
COLUMBUS DAY BALL
The Maryland State Council will sponsor it's annual Columbus Day Ball on Saturday, October 8, 2005 at the La Fountaine Blue, Glen Burnie, Maryland from 7:30 to 12:30 a.m. Tickets are $35 per person and include a deluxe sit down dinner, premium open bar and dancing to a live band.
The highlight of the evening is the CAR RAFFLE drawing for the 2005 Pontiac Vibe or 2005 GMC pick up and the 27" Color TV, so get those raffle tickets in today.
For more information about the ball or to purchase tickets please contact Jack Giacalone at 301 774 6338.
FATHER CANICE TREACY 2005 MEMORIAL COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED
On Wednesday, June 22, 2005, our Council held its final meeting of the 2004/2005 year and awarded scholarships of $1,000 each to three worthy recipients. This year's scholarship recipients were chosen from among 12 applicants. Council #6793 has held a scholarship program for over 16 years. In 2004, the scholarship fund was renamed in honor of the late Father Canice Treacy of St. Peter's Catholic Church here in Olney.
A sumptuous buffet of hors d'oeuvres, desserts, and soft drinks was provided for the 55-plus attendees, complements of our Past Grand Knight Innocent P. d'Almeida. The event was held in the nicely appointed dining room of the Marian's Assisted Living Center on Georgia Avenue. The evening's event included the drawing of the three (3) winning tickets for the Council's Spring Raffle.
Here's a look at the scholarship recipients. Ms. Hannah W. Blauvelt is a graduate of Rockville High School and plans to attend Loyola College, Maryland to pursue a degree in education. Ms. Kaitlin MacDonald is a graduate of the Academy of the Holy Cross and plans to attend St. Francis University, Pennsylvania to pursue a degree in physical therapy. Ms. Giavanna Messuri is a graduate of Sherwood High School and plans to attend St. Johns University, New York to pursue a degree in childhood education. Our hearty congratulations to the awardees and their families and best wishes for their futures!
TOOTSIE ROLL CAMPAIGN
In October, the Council will kick off the 2005 Tootsie Roll campaign. Last year the Council collected over $6000 in support of some 20 organizations helping the mentally challenged in Montgomery County. We are hoping to collect $7000 this year. But we cannot do it without your support and involvement. Once again, as in the past, we are looking for volunteers to spread the word hand out tootsie rolls and collect money for this extraordinary campaign. We will again be present at the Giant, Safeway and County liquor store in Olney and the Giant and County liquor store in Leisure World.
To volunteer, 2 hours of your time, please contact Jack Giacalone at 301 774 6338 or jgiacal@gmail.net Thank You!
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS TO ESTABLISH COUNCILS IN POLAND
Vote by Board of Directors Will Lead to First European Councils
Fourth Degree Knights lead the procession of the
Blessed Sacrament through the streets of Warsaw.
The Knights of Columbus will establish councils in Europe for the first time ever, when it begins accepting members in Poland later this year, Supreme Knight Carl A. Anderson announced Tuesday, Aug. 2.
The 1.7 million members of the Knights of Columbus are currently established in the United States, Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, the Philippines, Guam and Saipan.
Speaking to the assembled delegates at the 123rd annual Supreme Council meeting in Chicago, Supreme Knight Carl A. Anderson noted: "Cardinal [Józef] Glemp, Cardinal [Francizek] Macharski of Krakow and Archbishop [Stanislaw]Dziwisz of Krakow have invited us to bring the Knights of Columbus to Poland. Yesterday, our board of directors voted that we should do so."
The establishment of councils in Poland will be the first for the Knights of Columbus in Europe. It was 100 years ago, in 1905, that councils were first established in Mexico and the Philippines.
Anderson also praised Poland as the most appropriate place for the Knights of Columbus to enter Europe: "It is a country where the Catholic faith is strong, and it stands out in a Europe where religious practice has been in decline," he said.
In June 2005, the Knights of Columbus provided an honor guard for the Eucharistic Congress in Warsaw at the invitation of Cardinal Glemp, the archbishop of Warsaw. Archbishop Dziwisz is to be installed as archbishop of Krakow on Aug. 27, succeeding Cardinal Macharski. Over the past decade, the Knights of Columbus has donated $1.174 billion to charity, and provided in excess of 560 million hours of volunteer effort in support of charitable causes.
POPULAR SPEAKER TOPICS SCHEDULED FOR SOCIAL MEETINGS
by Lecturer, Bill Gulban
When and Where?: October 26, 8 p.m., Marian's Assisted Living Dining Room -
Who: Officer Dave Baker from Montgomery Chief of Police Staff.
Subject: Identity Theft
Identity Theft is the fastest-growing crime in America affecting half a million new victims each year. Identity theft or identity fraud in the taking of a victim's identity to obtain credit, credit cards from banks and retailers, steal money from a victim's existing accounts, apply for loans, establish accounts with utility companies, rent an apartment, and many more frauds.
Thousands of dollars can be stolen without the victim knowing about it for months or even years.
Family members and guests are invited to come and get information by attending our County's police officer's talk and learn how to prevent this theft from happening to you.
Our social evening will have refreshments served. For further information contact Bill Gulban, Lecturer, (301)774-0424.
KNIGHTS AT WORLD YOUTH DAY
Order Funds Travel for Impoverished Participants, Prints Devotional Literature
Sisters of the Missionaries of Charity distribute devotional materials
printed by the Knights of Columbus to a World Youth Day pilgrim.
The Knights of Columbus is making a significant contribution to the World Youth Day events in Cologne Aug. 16-21, providing funding for economically disadvantaged participants, sending a delegation to the event, printing literature for distribution at the events and funding the performance of Beethoven's Missa Solemnis at Cologne Catheral in honor of Benedict XVI prior to World Youth Day.
The Knights donated $50,000 to the Pontifical Council for the Laity's Solidarity Fund for the purpose of subsidizing the travel expenses of participants from Mexico, the Philippines, the Dominican Republic and Cuba who might otherwise be unable to attend.
Supreme Knight Carl A. Anderson, right, with
college Knights attending World Youth Day.
The Order is being represented at World Youth Day by a delegation of student members of Knights of Columbus college councils, as well as by members of the Supreme Council in New Haven, headed by Supreme Knight Carl A. Anderson.
The Knights printed more than one million pieces of literature -- including prayer cards in five languages -- to be distributed by the Missionaries of Charity -- the religious community founded by Blessed Mother Teresa of Calcutta.
A performance of Beethoven's Missa Solemnis at Cologne Cathedral, in honor of Pope Benedict XVI, was also funded by the Knights of Columbus. The July 29 performance featured the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and London Philharmonic Choir led by Maestro Gilbert Levine.
AN EVENING OF FUN AND CHARITABLE GIVING
A Dinner Dance and Auction
To Benefit the Community Support and Charitable Programs of
Fr. Peter Paul Maher Council 6793 Knights of Columbus
Saturday, October 15, 2005
From 6:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
McCarrick Hall-St. Andrew Kim Parish Center
(Corner of Old Baltimore Rd. & Rt. 108)
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Catered Buffet Dinner Dancing and DJ Silent Auction |
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Donations are still needed from Council members in order to make this Auction a success
Gift Baskets, Tickets, Collectibles, Services,
Gift Certificates, Get-Away Vacation Opportunities, etc.
Please contact Joe Feakes 301-774-0137, by October 1st
Tickets are $27 each, invite your friends and fill a table for eight
To purchase tickets please contact Patricia Moore at 301 774 9260
For further information contact
Jack Giacalone at 301-774-6338
ATTENTION! ATTENTION! TIME IS RUNNING OUT
Dinner Dance Silent Auction Update
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Once again I must report that response to our June mailing for donations from the business community has been good. There will be many interesting items up for auction on October 15. Response to our July and August mailing for donations from our Council members has been less than expected. We have only received a few donations to date. Please remember that the Dinner Dance Silent Auction is the Council's primary fund raiser for the year, and we need your help to make it a success.
So please, if you haven't done so already, give Joe Feakes a call, 301 774 0137, and donate those Tickets, Collectables, Services or that Get Away Vacation Opportunity. Get together with other families and create a great basket of wine, books, toys etc... You'll feel good knowing that your donation will benefit the Community Support and Charitable Programs of our Council. Donations are needed no later than Saturday October 1st 2005.
Ticket sales have also been slow. Please call Pat Moore today at 301 774 9260 to purchase your tickets at $27 per person. Tables seat 8, so call your friends, get a babysitter and get ready to enjoy a great evening of great food great music and support great cause. Thank you in advance for your support!
