MSGR. JAMES J. HICKIE COUNCIL 6695 September 2012 2

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

Knights of Columbus

Newsletter A message From Grand Knight Ron Davis

Brother Knights: Charity and volunteerism are at the very heart of the Knights of Columbus mission. Our Knights

and spouses of Council 6695 graciously volunteer thousands of hours each year to church, school, and numerous organizations. I encourage you all to get involved with organizations such as Bristol -Faith-In-Action, Abuse

Alternatives, Meals on Wheels, The Soup Kitchen, The Haven of Rest, or Saint Anne Char ity Bingo. I am reminded of a passage in the Book of James, "So also faith of itself, if it does not have works, is dead." James 2:17 If you are

not involved in volunteering, I strongly urge you to do so. May God Bless you and your family. Vivat Jesus !

Grand Knight Ron Davis

2011-2012 Annual Award Winner Recipients On June 24th, the Ladies Appreciation and Knights of Columbus Awards Dinner was held. Knights honored and receiving awards include: Deacon Harry Hall Award-Don Keene, Joseph Schilling Award-Jim Kosinski, Chet Ferski Award-Kenneth Johnson, Don Ward Award-John Flanagan, Silver Appreciation Awards went to John Meyer, Art Morton, and Mark Schrader. On August 6, 2012, Skeeter Ritter received a plaque for his continuous work involving projects around Saint Anne Church, the Bristol Columbian Center and his devoted duties as Treasurer for both the Knights of Columbus and the Bristol Columbian Center. I congratulate all of these hard working individuals on their awards and accomplishments.

Meet Our New District Insurance Agent

Welcome to our new Insurance Field Agent, Kevin Van Dusen. We encourage all Knights (especially our newest Knights) to contact Kevin. His contact number is 423.505.2827 or you can email at kevin.vandusen@kofc.org

Kevin Van Dusen, FIC, FICF

Go Wasps ! Head Football Coach at Emory and Henry College and Saint Anne Parishioner, Don Montgomery, has graciously

extended an invitation to the Knights of Columbus to attend Emory's game versus Methodist to be played on September 15, 2012 at Fred Selfe Athletic Stadium in Emory, Virginia at 1:00 p.m. This will be the opening home game for the

Wasps and all Knights in attendance will be recognized during the game. Make sure you save this important date for an exciting afternoon of Emory and Henry Football. Contact Grand Knight Ron Davis 276.791.9382 for your reservation and

free ticket.

Knights in Action On June 21, several volunteers from Council 6695 assisted Tiffany McCoy at Abuse Alternatives, located on

Memorial Drive in Bristol, Tennessee, with a landscaping project. This project consisted of cutting down and removing holly bushes, removing roots and trunks from previously cut down shrubbery. This hard work by our

Knights allowed Abuse Alternatives a cleaned up area to plant new landscaping. Job well done George Rosen, Gene Rossetti, and PGK Greg Chudzik !

Congratulations to July 2012 "Knight of the Month" - Mark Schrader

and also to July 2012 "Family of the Month" - Jim and Barb Fiala

On Tuesday, July 31, 2012, The Bishop's Appeal was held at Saint Anne Church. Food and beverages were served for this event by Knights John Flanagan, Lou Pingo, Gene Rossetti, Dr. David Mehl, and Mark Schrader

Numerous Knights and their wives along with other great volunteers from Saint Anne Church participated with

The Soup Kitchen in August. This is such a great cause in the Bristol Community and we are truly grateful for all that helped. Thanks to Barb and Jim Fiala for their coordination of this worthy project. Pictured below (left to right) is Ceceilia Keene, Don Keene, and Tom Cassin volunteering at The Soup kitchen on August 9, 2012

Don't forget...our newsletter is also available at www.facebook/kofc6695

The Kid's Fishing Rodeo The 2013 Kid's Fishing Rodeo is being Co-Chaired by Gary Hinch and Grand Knight Ron Davis. As you all know this is a

huge undertaking and requires much planning to organize this event. This spring will mark the 20th Annual Event. It's

never too early to get started on this great project, so contact either Gary at 423.538.3368 or Ron at 276.791.9382.

Remember to mark your calendar for this great family event...April 20, 2013

Bingo If you are a new member of the Knights of Columbus and looking for a project to get involved with, something

that benefits our Council in a tremendous financial way, try helping with Bingo on Tuesdays or Saturdays. Please contact PGK Greg Chudzik at 423.335.0822 or Steve Harris at 505.463.5450. Your participation of just one night

a month will be greatly appreciated. Bingo is played at the MSGR. Hickie Center, located at 430 Oakview Avenue, Bristol, Virginia. Their phone number is 276-466-8446.

Important Dates to Remember - Save the Dates Wednesday, September 5 - K of C Officer's Meeting at 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, September 5 - K of C Regular Meeting at 7:30 p.m.

*** schedule change due to Labor Day Holiday ***

Tuesday, September 11 - Patriot Day

Saturday, September 15 - Emory & Henry College v. Methodist football game at 1:00 p.m.

Monday, September 17 - 1st Degree Exemplification at 7:00 p.m.

Friday, September 21 - Card Night at 7:00 p.m.

Sunday, September 23 - Silver Rose - Saint Anne Church

Saturday, October 6 - Men's Communion Breakfast at 8:00 a.m. Bristol Columbian Center, 125 18th Street, Bristol, TN November 10 - 3rd Degree Exemplification at 10:00 a.m.

Bristol Columbian Center (coat and tie is appropriate dress for everyone present)

District Deputy Meeting Bristol Council 6695 hosted the District Deputy Meeting on August 8, 2012. District Deputy Tony Fitton addressed numerous topics of leadership and organization to the Officers from Kingsport, Johnson City, Elizabethton, and Bristol. There were 15 Officers in attendance from various Councils from our District.

District Deputy Tony Fitton in Bristol, TN

Don't forget...our newsletter is also available at www.kofc-tn.org

Important Knights News...

The Silver Rose The Silver Rose Program began in 1960 to honor Mary under her title of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas. Normally a single rose would leave London, Ontario and make stops for prayer services in ten states before crossing the border at Loredo into Monterrey. Over the years, an expansion to have four roses traveling through a total of 29 Dioceses in eastern, central, and western regions of the United States has taken place. The roses are symbols of the Knights of Columbus' commitment to the pro-life efforts. The Silver Rose will be on display at Saint Anne Church on September 23, 2012. We are so fortunate to have this beautiful piece of history here in Bristol, Virginia once again, so feel free to stop by after Mass and respectfully view The Silver Rose. Please also continue your prayers for the unborn.

Look who stopped by Council 6695 for a visit..

Reverend Tim O'Toole stopped by Council 6695 on August 6, 2012 for our regular meeting. Father Tim

works tirelessly for Cross Catholic Outreach which offers parishes an exciting new way to learn about the vital work Catholic ministries are doing to help the poorest of the poor in underdeveloped countries.

Father Tim also serves the Father Aiken Assembly # 1840 as Faithful Friar. If you are able, please consider a donation to Cross Catholic Outreach. The contact toll free number is 800-914-2420.

May God Bless You Father Tim O'Toole for all your dedicated work !

People you should know...

Meet Brother Gerard "Jerry" Carriera, oldest member of MSGR James J. Hickie Council 6695

Gerard "Jerry" Carriera was born on November 18, 1919 in Stamford, Connecticut. In October 1941 Jerry enlisted the United States Navy. Jerry received training as a map designer and planner of bombing raids in the Pacific theater. He talks of his role in developing and building incendiary bombs used by Doolittle's Raiders in 1942 on Tokyo and other Japanese cities in retaliation for the bombing of Pearl Harbor. Jerry was serving at Pearl Harbor when the Japanese attacked there. Currently there are only five surviving members of his old unit. During Jerry's colorful military career, he was assigned to Army and Marine units, using his math skills to perform mapping of targets. Jerry got out of the U.S. Navy in December 1945, after World War II had ended, and returned to a position as Chief Manufacturing Engineer for Electrolux. Jerry played a large role in bringing Electrolux to Bristol, Virginia in the 1970's. He continued working for Electrolux until 1990 when he retired. Jerry has been featured in articles in various newspapers and numerous medias for his tremendous work and sacrifices on the World War II Veteran's Committee. His appointment to that Committee came from President George H. W. Bush. When you talk to Jerry, you can't help but notice the rather large Cruxifix around his neck. (seen in right photo) Jerry purchased this Cruxifix in 2008 in New Haven, Connecticut while visiting the Church of Father Michael J. McGivney. Jerry is a 3rd Degree Knight and has transferred his membership to Council 6695. His one ambition is to proceed to the 4th Degree soon. When you see Brother Jerry at his usual front row seat at 8:30 a.m. Mass on Sunday, tell him how much you appreciate his service to our country and to the Knights of Columbus.

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Come Holy Spirit

Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. V. Send forth your Spirit, and they shall be created.

R. And You shall renew the face of the earth.