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NOTES FROM THE GRAND KNIGHT
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ:
The end of September is among us, the children are back in school and religion classes are seemingly everywhere at St. Joseph’s. Hallelujah! This has always been a time for me to reflect on family. In fact, one of my announced goals for the year is to secure more family endeavors and I’ve encouraged our Knights and the Ladies Auxiliary to join me in this effort. Family tradition has always meant so very much to me. In fact, I recently met the most amazing family. JoAnn Johnson was the winner of the Trager smoker grill raffled at the Knight’s Country and Western BBQ. (She only purchased a single $5 ticket and won an $800 grill!!) I had the pleasure of awarding her the grill following last Sunday’s 10 AM mass. (See picture.) Ms. Johnson brought her four sons along and they were among the nicest and most appreciative people I’ve ever met. (There is hope for humanity!) Congrats to the Johnson family. (mmmmm, I can taste those BBQ ribs right now!) And thank you to the Presswood-Heese Team Realtors, Berkshire Hathaway for their kind donation of the Traeger grill. I would also like to thank everyone else who donated gifts, time, money, etc. Chuck and Danny you’re the best! The event was a success! I’m extremely grateful to the Ladies Auxiliary for their setup efforts, ticket sales, personalities, etc. (You get the picture.) I’ve said it before, they did all the hard work, all we did was provide the muscle. My grandsons even assisted in setting up & tearing down. (How’s that for family?) As soon as I receive the photos from our on-site photographer (another thanks), they will be posted on our Unkight site. One final commercial, our Council is hosting a Columbus Day dinner/dance on Oct. 12 at the Elks Lodge on West Charleston Blvd. beginning at 6 PM with a cash bar, followed by dinner and dancing. Tickets are $45/person and we have a limit of 250 people. Our state officers will be attending and all local Councils are invited. Buy now or lose out. (Check online at Eventbrite for ticket info.) A final thought: We recently lost a very good friend, Juliet Fritz, mother of Brother Joey Fritz, (who insisted I rejoin the Knights). Life is short, eternity lasts a long, long time. Strive for the later. Bless you all and keep the faith! Dr. Gary Presswood Grand Knight, Council 10442 [email protected] 702.233.8516
Y2K PLUS X1X EDITION, ISSUE X OCTOBER 2019
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL #10442
ST JOSEPH, HUSBAND OF MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH
LAS VEGAS, NV 89117
PHONE: 702-363-1902
KNIGHTLY NOTES
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Council Calendar of Events
October 2019
3rd Council & Auxiliary Business Meetings (7:30pm - 9:00p m Hall)
5th & 6th Tootsie Roll Drive (Plaza)
12th Columbus Day Dinner @ Elks Club on West Charleston
14th Assembly 2820 Officer/ Planning Meeting (6:30pm - 8:00pm - Emmaus room)
16th Assembly 2820 Business Mtg. (Food @ 7pm & meeting 7:30pm - 9:00pm –
Corpus Christi)
19th & 20th Membership Drive (Plaza)
26th 1st Degree Ex. (7:00am - 9:00am - St Francis & Clare Rms)
26th Setup for Pancake Breakfast (10:00am - Hall)
and Ladies Religious Goods Sale after 4:30pm Mass
27th Pancake Breakfast after 8 & 10 am Masses
and Ladies Religious Goods Sale after 8, 10, Noon & 2 pm Masses
31st 10442 Officer’s Mtg. (7:00pm - 9:00pm - St Francis Rm)
October 20
November 2019
7th Council & Auxiliary Business Mtg. (6:30pm to 9:00pm - Hall)
9th & 10th Auxiliary Bundt Cake Sales (Plaza after all Masses)
11th Assembly 2820 Officer Planning Meeting (6:30pm – 8:00pm – Emmaus
room)
16th & 17th Membership Drive (Plaza)
16th Assembly 2820 Officer/Trustee Appreciation BBQ
17th Parish 30th Anniversary Celebration – “Church Ball” Free Throw
Contest (Hall - 9:00am to 5:00pm)
18th Assemby2820 Business Mtg. (7:00pm – 9:00pm – Corpus Christi room)
(food at 7:00pm; meeting starts at 7:30pm)
21st Officer/Planning Mtg. (6:30pm - St. Francis/Claire)
23rd 1st Degree Ex. (7:00am - 9:00am - St Francis & Clare Rms)
23rd Setup for Pancake Breakfast (10:00am - Hall)
and Ladies Religious Goods Sale after 4:30pm Mass
24th Pancake Breakfast after 8 & 10 am Masses
and Ladies Religious Goods Sale after 8, 10, Noon & 2 pm Masses
November 28
GRANDPARENTS A grandfather was telling his little granddaughter what his own childhood was like. "We used to skate outside on a pond. I had a swing made from a tire; it hung from a tree in our front yard. We rode our pony. We picked wild raspberries in the woods." The little girl was wide-eyed, taking this all in. At last she said, "I sure wish I'd gotten to know you sooner!"
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October Birthdays!
MICHAEL GREY 10/2
GEORGE BOGGIANO 10/15
ANGEL ALLARDE 10/24
JAMES CONTRERAS 10/4
JOSEPH EGAN 10/16
DARIO LUNA 10/25
LLOYD CURRY 10/6
LINO LOYOLA 10/16
FEDERICO ENGADA 10/25
SYMARON BRAZFIELD 10/6
LOUIS DE MARCO 10/17
KEVIN KENSTLER 10/26
HENRY BRUZZA 10/7
JAMES GRONOWSKI 10/17
JOSE SANDOVAL 10/27
DAVID PADRON 10/7
TIMOTHY ERKINGER 10/18
NICHOLAS FOTHERINGHAM 10/29
CHRISTOPHER FEDELLECK 10/8
DANIEL GEORGE 10/19
JOHN BOLAND 10/30
GERALD FRANSEN 10/9
JAMES BEVAN 10/23
GREG LUNA 10/31
JOSE ARAGON 10/10
JOSE TORRES 10/23
JEROME SIMON 10/11
THOMAS KORANDA 10/24
Council at a Glance
Notes from your Financial Secretary
Gold Star Family Day is September 29, 2019
We ask that you light a luminary on Gold Star Family Day.
Please pledge your support of this special day and encourage your community to light luminaries, honoring
members of all branches of the service, including those who have lost the fight after struggling to reintegrate
into civilian life. Our goal is to have as many communities as possible in each state support the families of our
fallen heroes. There is power in numbers and together we can show Gold Star families that we are a grateful
nation.
"We are so grateful for the amazing event you planned for Gold Star Family Day. The loss and pain will always
be there, but to be reminded of why our fallen heroes sacrificed so much, is very meaningful.
http://luminaryinitiative.com/mission.asp
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Message from Membership Director –
Brothers, On Saturday, September 14, 2019 Council 10442 had four members make their 2nd and 3rd Degree Exemplifications. I would like to congratulate Jorge Disuanco, Bryan Gibson, Richard Bennett and Claude A. Swanner for their advancement in the Order. I would like to address these four members to become active in Council events. By everyone’s involvement, especially new members, can the Council succeed. Thank you, Bob Zagby Membership Chairman, Form 100s are in the Church Office! [email protected] 702 379 3025
1st Degree Team Nick Ciccone (team leader), Bob Zagby (Asst. Team leader, GK, IG)
Ray Foster, GK; Brad Coburn, DGK; Rick Senninger, FS; Sam Franco, Chancellor; John Falzarano, OG; and Tony Robertson, Warden
First Degree Exemplification Don’t forget – Help recruit Members! There is a First Degree Exemplification at SJHOM the last Saturday of the Month! The next First Degree will be October 26th at 8:00 a.m. in the St Francis/Clare room. First Degree team and Candidates “show-up” time is 7:30 a.m. The Degree takes about one hour with refreshments to follow. If you can, please attend and show support for our new brother Knights.
Council 10442 Insurance Field agent is: Stephen Melancon, PGK, FICF (702) 672-1425 [email protected]
CONTACT HIM FOR ALL YOUR INSURANCE NEEDS!! NOTE: All members are encouraged to look into the annuity and insurance
programs offered by the Knights. The annuities start at 100 and are a great long term investment. Go to the Supreme Council’s website or Contact field agent Stephen Melancon above for more info.
Please PRAY FOR the SEMINARIANS OF THE DIOCESE
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary Council 10442 Supports Seminarians: Mauricio Espino (2nd Year) Simon Tran (1st Year) Mundelein Seminary Mount Angel Seminary 1000 E. Maple Ave. One Abby Dr. Mundelin, IL 60060 St. Benedict, OR 93737-0505
Council Seminarian Contact: Chancellor Ed Miranda
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Good of the Order PLEASE HELP THE COUNCIL FILL THIS POSITION!
As we have advised in previous newsletters Brother Peter Wagonleitner has resigned as Fraternal Chairman. The Council is asking someone to volunteer to fill this rewarding position. It is a rewarding position because by prayer you are helping our Brother Knights and families in need. Continue to pray for a speedy recovery for Brother Tony Dequipa who is suffering from Leukemia as well as his wife Nettie and their family. Also continue praying for recovery and return to full health for Tony (Karen) Ruivivar and Nadine (Victor) Stango. Let us offer prayers for the repose of the soul of Juliet Fritz, mother of Brother Joey Fritz, who passed away September 22nd.
Online Rosary: comepraytherosary.org If you or someone you know would like to be on the prayer list or if you know of someone who should be removed from previous prayer lists, please contact the editors of this newsletter until
a new Fraternal Chair has volunteered. Tony Donofrio, [email protected]
COUNCIL PANCAKE BREAKFAST
Summer is past and the Council resumed its traditional Pancake Breakfast this weekend. All Knights are encouraged to attend the Breakfast to support the Charities which are funded by this event. The Breakfast is the primary source of funding for our Seminarian donations from the Council. The Breakfast is the last Sunday of the month from now until May. Invite your friends at Mass to attend with you. The guys are always inviting fellow Knights to help with preparation, serving and service at the Breakfast. This is your chance to begin being a real part of Council and parish life.
The Editors
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Council recognition
Knight of the Month - September 2019
Ray Foster
Our Immediate Past Grand Knight, Ray Foster, is our September Knight of the Month. He has provided much insight to the leadership of this Council. Most recently, he was a great help at the
Country and Western BBQ. He is serving now as our District Deputy and also serves as Lead Usher for the 1000 mass.
Thanks for all you do, Ray!
Family of the Month - September 2019
Gary and Kirby Presswood
The Family of the Month for September 2019 is our Grand Knight Gary and his wife Kirby. They are being honored for all they did for the County and Western BBQ. Their family
foundation donated the Trager grill that was raffled off at the dinner. This helped raise a lot of money for the Council. The Council wanted to show their appreciation by
appointing them Family of the Month. Thank you Gary and Kirby!
FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK
I would like to congratulate and welcome to assembly 2820 the eleven Knights who made their 4th Degree on Saturday, September 21, 2019. I would especially like to welcome to the Assembly the four new Sir Knights from council 10442. They are SK Fr Mark Ameh, SK Fr Roy Kurian, SK Jose Acierto and SK Jorge Disuanco.
Two of the new Sir Knights are our own St. Joseph, Husband of Mary priests including our pastor, Fr. Mark Ameh. I would ask that the other two Sir Knights from Council 10442 become active not only in the Council but also in the Assembly 2820. Again Congratulations and welcome to the Patriotic Degree of our order.
COUNTRY AND WESTERN BARBECUE Judging by all of the smiling faces on the attendees at THE COUNTRY AND WESTERN BARBEQUE it was a success. It was well attended and every one had a great time with the karaoke event. At the time of this publication we did not have the final results on the financial figures. However I understand that we did well and our designated charities will benefit from all of the hard work that goes into these events. We would like to thank those who helped make this event successful. Tony Donofrio, PGK Editor
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Country Western BBQ
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OCTOBER COUNCIL EVENT
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UPCOMING NOVEMBER EVENT
Save the date and join us for the 30th Anniversary of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary Parish November 15 and 17! This weekend will include a special Mass, dinner, raffle,
and kid's fair. We look forward to celebrating our parish community!
Sunday, November 17
Kid's Fair 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
“Church Ball” Free Throw Contest for ages 9-14 sponsored by the Knights of Columbus.
Winners will go to Las Vegas area finals!
(More information about Knights participation will be announced)
Council Contact Information
Mail to: St. Joseph, Husband of Mary Catholic Church Knights of Columbus Council 10442 7260 W Sahara Avenue Las Vegas NV 89117 Phone: 363-1902 Or Contact: Grand Knight: Gary A. Presswood, 702-233-8516
Deputy Grand Knight (Pro Tem): Bob Zagby, 702-379-3025 Financial Secretary: Ken Sawyer, 702-203-7403
Fraternal Chairman: Membership Director: Bob Zagby, 702-379-3025 Newsletter Co-Editors: Tony & Paula Donofrio, 702-306-1132 Field Agent: Stephen Melancon, 702-672-1425 Supreme Website: www.kofc.org Nevada State Council Website: www.kofc-nv.org
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News from the Ladies Auxiliary
Ladies Auxiliary Knights of Columbus St. Joseph, Husband of Mary Council #10442
Dear Sisters,
September has been a busy month for our auxiliary. We had an officers meeting on September 4 and our monthly meeting on September 5. The Country and Western BBQ on September 21 had great food, dancing and “interesting” karaoke. And, of course, we have our Religious Goods sales on September 28 and 29. On a sadder note, we lost a beloved original member of the auxiliary, Juliet Fitz, on September 22.
The following is a poem I received on Facebook. I hope you feel it as much as I did. I remember the saying from childhood “Find a Penny, pick it up. All day long, you’ll have good luck.” Here’s another take on finding a penny.
Pennies -Author Unknown-
When an angel misses you, they toss a penny down. Sometimes to cheer you up, to make a smile out of your frown.
So don’t pass by that penny when you’re feeling blue. It may be a penny from heaven that an angel tossed to you.
Upcoming Schedule
Thursday, October 5 Monthly Auxiliary Meeting 7:30 pm. Saturday, October 12 Columbus Day Dinner 5:00 pm. Saturday, October26 Religious Goods Set Up/Sales After Mass Sunday, October 27 Religious Goods Sales/Pack Up 8-10-12-2 Thursday, November 7 Monthly Auxiliary Meeting 7:30 pm Saturday, Nov 9 & 10 Bundt Cake Sales After All Masses.
Funnies of the Month. “Great Truths About Growing Old”. (Author Unknown)
Growing old is mandatory; growing up is optional. When you fall down, you wonder what else you can do while you’re down there. It’s frustrating when you know all the answers but nobody bothers to ask you the
questions. Wisdom comes with age, but sometimes age comes alone.
Jackie Katrosits, President 702-278-2786