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FR. MAHER'S KNIGHTLY NEWS
'Come Grow With Us!'
April 2007
VOLUME XXXI ISSUE 10
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Newsletter Contents:
Grand Knight's Message
Council Service Opportunities
As you already know our new fraternal year begins on July 1, 2007. That means in addition to accepting officer nominations we welcome our Brother Knights to take on other important roles to assist our council to provide outstanding and creative service programs in the 5 service areas: Youth, Family, Church, Community, and Council. It is important that our council fill these positions with Brother Knights with new ideas, and new energy to ensure our council will grow and continue to benefit the community support and charitable programs of Fr. Peter Paul Maher Council.
I know that some of our members are eager to participate but don't know what positions are available, what they entail and how much time is required to perform them. To answer these and other questions the council has prepared a short, half hour "Council Service Opportunity" program as part of the Hot Dog Social on Wednesday April 25th, beginning at 7:00 PM and the 1st degree on Wednesday May 23rd, beginning at 7:00 PM in the Olney Inn Room. Spouses are welcome to participate on April 25th and after the 1st degree on May 23rd.
The only thing we need to make the upcoming year a success is "YOU." Only a few hours can make a big difference. Please make this the year you take an active part in our council and I know you will have the "Experience of a Lifetime."
Thank You, Jack Giacalone, Grand Knight
Chaplain's Message
by Fr. Louis Tou
HOLY WEEK
On March 7, I received an invitation letter from Rev. Msgr. Walter R. Rossi, the Rector of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, DC. He invited me to participate in the liturgies of Holy Week at the National Shrine, since now I am a multiple language confessor for the Shrine. The main celebrant for the week will be the Papal Nuncio, Archbishop Sambi. I accepted the invitation.
Holy Week, the week preceding Easter, beginning with Palm (Passion) Sunday, is called the "Great Week" in the liturgies of the Eastern Churches. It marks the Church's annual celebration of the events of Christ's Passion, death, and Resurrection culminating in the Paschal Mystery. (Catechism, 1169)
The Easter Tridium begins on Holy Thursday, the most solemn liturgy which commemorates the Last Supper, the Holy Sacrament of the Eucharist. Good Friday celebrates the Passion: the capture, scourging, and the crucifixion for our salvation. Then, Holy Saturday, the Easter Vigil includes 4 parts of the beautiful and solemn liturgy: Light Service, the Liturgies of Word, Baptism, and Eucharist. Dear Worthy Knights and Brothers, let us prepare ourselves spiritually, psychologically, and physically to receive our personal salvation from our Redeemer, the Risen Lord. Alleluia! Christus vincit, Christus regnat, Christus imperat!
District Deputy Message
by Earnest Harley
The Spring Membership/Recruitment Blitz has come to an end. Now the real work begins, with the First Degree Exemplification of all those potential candidates that signed the Form 100, and for each Council to go after those many persons who submitted cards of interest. The cards of Interest, with a determined efforts on the part of each Council Membership Director, and Membership Team, should now become signed Form 100s, thus another set of candidates become available to be Exemplified in the First Degree of the Knights of Columbus.
It is a great occasion when the Council recruits new members. It is the First Degree that establishes membership and the strength of the Council. It is at that point that a humble member is accepted into the ranks of the Knights of Columbus and starts his journey to full Knighthood.
I am looking forward to all of the Councils making Star Council this Fraternal Year, 2006 - 2007. It is not too late. With the store of candidates from the Council Summary Blitz reports, and a continuing recruitment effort for the next six to eight weeks, success is assured. Contact your Fraternal Insurance Adviser; explaining to him the Council's desire to become Star Council, with his background, and experience, he can assist you in claiming that honor.
Fraternal Benefits
INSURANCE NEWS: IT TAKES MORE THAN MONEY
Most commodities can be bought; provided you -
In like manner, most investments such as real estate, stocks, bonds, mutual funds, bank accounts; required only an arm's length agreement and a deal is struck. All it takes is money!
There is one notable exception to the above statements. The purchase of life insurance. When the purchase of life insurance is considered, in addition to setting aside dollars, the prospective insured must prove that he or she is in good health. If an individual is deemed to be "uninsurable", no amount of money will make this commodity available to that person.
The ability to qualify for life insurance is an asset that is temporary at best. Without warning, your health can fail, and you may never be able to add to your life insurance program. Other hazards may prevent you from qualifying as well. For example; your occupation, character or even old age. What would happen if you suddenly woke up and decided to buy life insurance, but had lost your ability to qualify for it? Ever think about that?
I can tell you about our guaranteed purchase option. Think of that! The ability to secure additional insurance, depending on the amount of your option, on a guaranteed basis- without necessarily being in good health. This option can be added at issue of a new certificate up through age 37. Find out at your convenience how little it costs to guarantee the right to increase your protection.
Call me today, to discuss this or any of the Knights of Columbus insurance programs. We offer a portfolio of whole life, term, and blended life insurance products. As well as Annuities, IRA's, Roth IRA's, SEP's, and Long Term Care insurance.
Fraternally, Rick Morin, FICF/LUTCF
Your K of C Insurance Agent
(301) 384 7627
State Free Throw Competition
Congratulations to Adam Goodman for winning the State Free Throw Competition in the 10 year old group. Adam competed in and won both the Council and District events in February. The State Competition was held on Saturday March 10 at the Capital Sports Complex in Upper Marlboro. Adam stunned his competition by sinking 21 of 25 free throws.
Pictured below left are Jim O'Brien, Council Youth Activities Director, Adam and his Dad. At the right is Adam taking one of his free throws....
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Fr. Canice Treacy Memorial Scholarship Fund
Knights of Columbus, Fr. Peter Paul Maher Council 6793 is pleased to announce that we will once again offer scholarships to deserving high school seniors who have been accepted as full time students to an accredited college or university following their senior year. Under the "Fr. Canice Treacy Memorial Scholarship Fund" any graduating high school senior (Catholic or non-Catholic) is eligible to apply for a grant under this fund. Deadline for the application submission is Friday, May 11, 2007. The scholarships will be awarded in June 2006.
For more information please contact Kevin Kennedy at 301-774-5014 or view the online announcement and application form.
Bits and Pieces
Divine Mercy Sunday
Once again the Father Peter Paul Maher Council of the Knights of Columbus is sponsoring an Hour of Prayer to be held on Divine Mercy Sunday. This will occur on April 15th at 3:00 pm at St. Peter's Church. The significance of this particular feast was so important to our late Holy Father John Paul II, that he has attached the opportunity for a Plenary Indulgence for all those who participate in its observance. All Brother Knights and their families are encouraged to attend. Additional details will be forthcoming in on-going parish bulletins.
For additional information please contact Tom McManus at tjmcmanus@verizon.net or via telephone 301-990-4105.
Knights to Celebrate 125th Anniversary on March 29
March 29, 2007, is Founder's Day, and the 125th anniversary of the Knights of Columbus. To learn more about the history and mission of the Order, visit the 125th anniversary Web site at http://www.kofc.org/eb/en/anniversary/index.html.
Council's 31st Charter Dinner Celebration
On April 21st Fr Peter Paul Maher Council will celebrate 31 years as a chartered Council of the Knights of Columbus. We plan to mark this occasion with a Dinner Dance at Montgomery Council on Saturday, May 5th, from 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm. The dinner will be catered and beer and wine will be served. Music will be presented by our very own DJ Robert D'Onfrio.
Tickets are $25 per person and can be purchased by contacting Jack Giacalone at 301 774 6338, and must be purchased prior to April 20th.
So mark your calendars, get a babysitter and come join in the celebration.
See flyer for directions to Montgomery Council and to view the dinner menu.
May Rosary
May is the month we honor our Blessed Mother. Please join us on Sunday, May 6, 2007 at the Grotto of the Blessed Mother, next to the Cottage on the grounds of the Marian Assisted Living Center, to recite the rosary. We will meet at the cottage at 4:00 PM and walk over to the grotto. We encourage attendees that can recite the rosary in another language, to do so.
In the event of inclement weather please visit our website at www.kofc6793.org for additional information.
Please remember to bring your rosaries....
Ice cream will be served at the cottage after the rosary.
Fr. Peter Paul Maher, Council - Mulch Sale
It's Springtime! It won't be long before the yards and gardens will beckon.
You'll need mulch.
We won't be beat. Great prices! Great mulch!
Come to the first Annual Mulch Sale. Your yards will love you for it.
Where? - St. Patrick's Catholic Church
When? - Saturday, April 14, 2006 (Rain Day, Sun. April 15, 2006)
Time? - 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Cost? - $3.80/ bag - 3 cu. ft.
For Additional Information call Joe Krempasky at 301-570-4891.
Hot Dog Social
Members of Fr Peter Paul Council and their families are invited to attend our Hot Dog Social on Wednesday, April 25, 2007 beginning at 7 PM at the Olney Inn Room. The Council will provide hot dogs, all the fixings and soft drinks. You only need to bring your appetite....
The Council will also present a half hour "Council Service Opportunities" program. For more information see the Grand Knight's Message on the front page of this newsletter.
Nominations for the New Officers
It is that time again, to accept nominations for Council officers for the upcoming fraternal year beginning July 1, 2007. Any third degree brother knight of this Council is eligible to be nominated for any officer position. They are:
| Grand Knight | Deputy Grand Knight | Chancellor |
| Warden | Treasurer | Recorder |
| Advocate | Lecturer | Inside Guard |
| Outside Guard |
You can nominate yourself if you wish. For information or to make a nomination, please contact any member of the Nominating Committee. They are Chairman Homer Chen at (301) 460-0580, Bob Mazonkey at (301) 253-6274 and Innocent D'Almeida at (301) 871-6156. The election is scheduled to take place at the June 13, 2007 meeting.
If you have no interest in becoming a Council officer we have lots of other opportunities for you to consider. It's time for you to get involved, next year is finally here.
Knight and Family of the Month
Here is a recap of the Knights and Families of the month for this fraternal year thru February 2007. I will be publishing monthly winners in future newsletters. Congratulations to all of them...
| Month | Family of the Month | Knight of the Month |
| July | John & Pat Moore | Joe Krempasky |
| August | Harry and Grace Bushar | Tom Mc Manus |
| September | Dick & Barbara Sherbert | Marc Long/Joe Feakes |
| October | John & Tina Moore | John Moore |
| November | Chuck & Mary Cozad | Homer Chen |
| December | Innocent & Donna d'Almeida | Don Hemke |
| January | Joe & Susan Krempasky | Kevin Kennedy |
| February | Harry and Grace Bushar | Jim O'Brien |
Celebrating 47 Years of Working Together
2007 Cardinal's Charity Ball
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
Of the Archdiocese of Washington
You are cordially invited to attend the
2007 Cardinal's Charity Ball
to benefit the
Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy Institute
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Saturday, April 21, 2007 from 6:00 PM until 11:00 PM
The Grand Ballroom of the L'Enfant Plaza Hotel
480 L'Enfant Plaza, SW, Washington, DC
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6:00 PM - Cocktails
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM - Silent Auction
7:30 PM - Dinner
8:30 PM - Program
9:00 PM - Dancing
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Tickets are $35 per person
For Tickets and Information please contact
Harry Bushar at 301-929-1425
April and May 2007 Calendar
| April 4 | Council Executive Meeting- Cottage 7:30 PM |
| April 11 | Council Business Meeting - 7:30 PM, Olney Inn Room |
| April 15 | *Divine Mercy Sunday - St Peter's |
| April 19 | Sullivan Brothers Assembly - Regular Meeting |
| April 21 | *Cardinal's Charity Ball |
| April 25 | *Council Hot Dog Social and "Council Service Opportunities" program |
| (see Grand Knight's message for further information) | |
| May 2 | Council Executive Meeting- Cottage 7:30 PM |
| May 5 | *Council's 31st Charter Dinner |
| May 6 | *May Rosary and Ice Cream Social at 4 PM at the Cottage |
| May 9 | Council Business Meeting - 7:30 PM, Olney Inn Room |
| May 14 | Sullivan Brothers Assembly - Regular Meeting |
| May 18 - 20 | Maryland State Convention - Ocean City |
| May 23 | Council Social Meeting and 1st Degree & "Council Service Opportunities" program |
| (see Grand Knight's message for further information) | |
| * additional information in this newsletter |