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THE BEACON The official newsletter of Lumen Christi Council 13520, Knights of Columbus
Illuminating the faith community of All Saints Church, Dallas, Texas
Volume 8, Number 3 September 2011
Family of the Month
The Bob and Kathy McDermott family was
selected "Family of the Month" for August
2011. The entire family got involved with their
son Robbie as he cycled his way from
Anacortes, Washington to Bar Harbor, Maine, a
distance of more than 4000 miles, in 41 days.
The entire family was with Robbie for all or part
of his trek across the northern United States.
His trip was dedicated to those who have
Multiple Sclerosis and raised money for those
with the disease. This summer endeavor by
Robbie definitely showed what family is all
about.
Knight of the Month
Doyle Kitchen was selected "Knight of the Month" for August
2011. His work in reestablishing the "Chalice for Vocations" is just
one of the reasons for his selection. Doyle has also worked hard
at taking over the Church Program from Brother John Poston.
Besides his work in the Church Program, Doyle is a behind the
scenes guy at many of our events. He likes to be in the kitchen
doing the cleanup activities after Pancake Breakfasts and Sunday
Morning Fellowship. Doyle is also the "favorite" council spammer,
as he ensures the weekly Lumen Christi Weekly Updates get out
each week.
-articles submitted by Jack Ayers, pictures submitted by Chris Diaz
THE BEACON – The Official Newsletter of the Lumen Christi Council 13520 Sept 2011 Page 2
Grand Knight’s Message
Greetings Brothers,
The new fraternal year has just started and soon we will begin the
new church year. I hope that you are all aware that there are
changes to the liturgy that will start with Advent on Sunday
November 27, 2011. The third edition of the Roman Missal will be
implemented that weekend with the November 26, 2011 5:00 PM
anticipatory Mass. Our parish is already in the process of
planning for these changes as attested by the various articles in
the parish bulletin. You might want to look at these articles so
that things won't be totally foreign when that time comes. The
parish is going to conduct classes about the forthcoming changes
starting with the first Wednesday in October. The classes, which
go for 4 weeks, are currently scheduled at 7:00 PM in the St. Theresa room. Bishop Mark has assured me
that there is no final examination for this class! Here is an excellent opportunity to understand the
changes coming and to ask any questions that you might have.
At this time, we have three new seminarians from All Saints that are attending Holy Trinity seminary.
They are Ross Busby, Stephen Ingram, and David Sinagub. Please keep each of them in your prayers as
they discern God's will. Our seminarian intern this past summer, Albert Solis, will be returning for his
second year at Holy Trinity as well. In addition, Lumen Christi brothers Samuel Martinez, Radoslaw
"Michal" Markiewics, and Tymoteusz "Tymo" Ksiazkiewicz will be continuing their studies at Redemptoris
Mater Missionary Seminary in Dallas. Brother Sean Keating will be continuing at the Benedictine
Monastery in Pecos, New Mexico, while Martin Mwangi will
be at St. Mary's in Houston. Huy Do will be discerning
God's will for him at the Benedictine Monastery in Subiaco,
Arkansas. Please keep these men in your prayers as they
follow God's calling.
We will be getting busy with various activities of the
Knights, the diocese and the parish in the coming months.
Please take some time to see if you can help your brother
Knights at Lumen Christi. An excellent way to do this is by
attending our business meeting the third Monday of each
month. If this doesn't fit your schedule, you can visit our
website at www.lumenchristikc.org and volunteer for the
many events on our calendar. It is a fun time and you will
be helping us with many wonderful causes.
Pray for our clergy, our seminarians, all religious, and
for an increase in vocations to the religious life.
Vivat Jesus.
Jack
September Birthdays
2nd - Mark Doman
4th - "Chick" Young
5th - Evan Fernando and Doyle Kitchen
6th - Gary Seger
7th - Wayne Levan and Greg Nkwocha
10th - Father Stanislaus Muthu
14th - Casey Bragg
15th - Rick Dempsey and Mark Taken
16th - Jeff Yeargan
18th - David Hoffman
22nd - Matt Ancelin and Javier Sauceda
25th - Gerry Rice
28th - Lance Cichocki
29th - Anthony Hernandez
Illuminating the Faith Community of All Saints Catholic Church, Dallas, Texas Page 3
Community Programs
On July 14, 2011, the All Saints Vacation Bible School held its Family Pizza Night. As they have for the
past few years, they asked the Knight's to serve the Pizza and drinks. Fourteen Knights answered the
call, and served 150 to 160 guests quickly and efficiently. The following Knights worked the event: Jack
Ayers, Len Kiefel, Ed Monaghan, Larry Milliken, Ed Munno, Greg Neywick, Doyle Kitchen, Mike Zolton, Stan
Tax, Fred Fink, Steve Trax, Jeff Schneider, Bob Wise, and Larry Brennan. John Gorman's daughter, Jessi,
also helped the Knight's serve and clean up in order to earn JPII service hours.
-article submitted by Ed Munno
and photos submitted by Jack
Ayers
Pro-Life
With the HEAT of summer
starting to decline (all the way
down to 100 by NEXT weekend)
it is time for the Pro-Life
activities to start heating up.
We have listed here the events that will be coming up in the next two months.
September 24th – Hike For Life. This will take place at John Paul II High School. Registration will be
between 8 and 8:30 am and will last until about 11. The “hike” takes place on the school grounds. After
the hike, refreshments will be served. Pre-registration is encouraged at www.HikeforLifeTexas.com.
Proceeds benefit the local Pro-Life organizations.
October 2nd – Life Chain. This is the event where we stand in silent protest against abortion. The Life
Chain for us will be at the intersection of Coit and Frankford. It will begin at 2pm and last until 3pm. No
registration is required – just come on out. Signs will be provided.
Forty Days for Life. This event begins on September 28 and lasts until November 6. The plan is to have a
presence in front of the SW Women’s Surgical Center 7/24 during that period. Our council has adopted
Friday, October 21 through Saturday, October 22. If you want to sign up early and get one of the choice
hours – let us know via the email address below.
Jim and Sharon DeSmet, Pro-Life Couple
972-931-8105
Stan Tax serving drinks And a good time was had by all
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Every Saturday after the 9 am Mass we pray
the Rosary at one of five Dallas abortion
clinics. We do this rain or shine, hot or cold,
even when it is snowing.
Council Programs
Corporate Communion
During the 5:00 Mass, Aug. 20, Council
13520 held their Corporate Communion.
Color Corps was present and a reception
followed.
Meatballs were cooked by our infamous Len
Kiefel. Also served were cheese, grapes,
crackers, beer, and wine. The evening was
highlighted by presenting Fr. Peter with a
sugar free cheesecake, with numbered
candles and meals from a local Indian
restaurant in celebration of his 60th birthday!
We Love you Fr. Peter, and Thank You for
being our Chaplain!
Thank You all who participated in the
preparations and set up……
Pro-Life Tip of the Month – September 2011
Can you be personally opposed to abortion, but still think
it should be legal?
Many people who are personally opposed to abortion –
who consider abortion to be the unjust killing of a human
being – still believe that abortion should be legal. They
say that it’s impossible to stop abortion, so we need to
keep abortion legal to reduce the risks associated with
abortion. However, history does not support this
analysis.
Between 1972 (the year before Rove v. Wade legalized
abortion throughout the United States) and 1979, the
nation’s abortion rate doubled. But, when Poland made
abortion illegal in 1993, its abortion rate plummeted.
The law is a powerful teacher, influencing people’s
attitudes towards right and wrong. We cannot assume
that if abortion were made illegal, the abortion rate
would remain steady, with similar numbers of women
seeking illegal abortions. The evidence above suggests
the contrary.
Those who wish to make abortion rate go down must seek
to make it illegal. That would not end all abortions, but it
would dramatically reduce the nations’ abortion rate.
“Sharing the Pro-Life Message,” published by the Pro-
Life Action League, ProLifeAction.org
Illuminating the Faith Community of All Saints Catholic Church, Dallas, Texas Page 5
-article submitted by Stan Tax, photos submitted by Stan Tax and Jack Ayers
Pancake Breakfast
My goodness, what can I say! The weeks before were filled with anticipation as we had two months off
from our last event. Naysayers were saying “we had too much on our plate(s).”
Well we pulled it off, not without glitches, mind you, but we broke an all time record once again with 214
paying customers! The encouragement of Doyle Kitchen and Al Steindorf kept the program on track and
WE ALL, including Jim and Shirley Sammons, Ed Munno, Al Steindorf, and Doyle Kitchen doing the prep on
Friday, along with our regulars on Sunday (too many to mention), accomplished our first attempt at Eggs
Benedict. The process and food flow will improve as experience is gained and suggestions are received.
Father Peter and his cake Barb Meyer cuts Father a piece Josh Schwartz, Matt Woyak, and families and
friends
This kitchen just ain't big enough Stan Tax, the Master Chef His able assistants: Al Steindorf, John Leffingwell, & Gerry Rice
The cashiers are having too much fun. Shirley Sammons, Barb Meyer, & Ann Fox
We had some long lines And a full house
THE BEACON – The Official Newsletter of the Lumen Christi Council 13520 Sept 2011 Page 6 We will be back on October 16 doing the same as we have always done - Thanks guys & gals, for all your
hard work!
-article submitted by Stan Tax, photos submitted by Stan Tax and Jack Ayers
Membership Corner
As we move down the paths of our lives, there are moments
that define us and become indelible parts of our memories. It
could be a wedding, the birth of a child, the passing of a loved
one, or something as simple as a sunset. These experiences
add up to become the sum of our lifetime's experience.
The goal of the Knights of Columbus is to make a difference in
the lives of our members and potential members and their
families by offering them the opportunity to be of service to
our Church and our communities.
There is a place in the Knights of Columbus for every qualified
man, whether he has a huge amount of time to volunteer or
only a couple of hours a year. Regardless of what his interests
are, the Order has something to offer him.
As we continue the celebration of our 129th anniversary under
the theme of "Membership 365,” we endeavor to expand the
vision of our founder, Father Michael J. McGivney.
His vision gave birth to an organization that today numbers
more than 1.8 million members in over 13,000 councils
throughout the world.
In 2010, for example, we donated more than $140 million
dollars and gave over 70 million volunteer hours to charitable
and Church related causes.
As a Knight in any council, each of you should be prepared to
answer the question "What is a Knight of Columbus?" We
have many brochures available to assist and you may ask any
member of the Membership team for help.
There will be several First Degree programs Lumen Christi Council may participate in during October:
Saturday, October 8, at St. Ann Church in Coppell. The candidates are requested to arrive by 9:30AM for registration and orientation. The program will begin at 10:00AM.
Wednesday, October 26, at Prince of Peace in Plano. Candidates are requested to arrive by 7:00PM and the ceremony will begin at 7:30PM
A Major Degree program will be held at Council 5052 Hall on October 23. The day will begin by candidates and observers attending Mass at 7:30AM at Mary Immaculate Church in Farmers Branch. The 2ND and 3RD Degree ceremonies will take place after Mass at Council 5052 Hall. This will be the first Major Degree program conducted in our area since the new fraternal year began in July.
You can always check the status of the Degree schedule by going to the Lumen Christi website and click on the Degree schedule tab.
http://www.kofcagent.org/Council.asp?CNO=13520
For details on any of these programs and to make arrangements to attend please contact anyone on the Membership committee.
-article submitted by John Doyle
Illuminating the Faith Community of All Saints Catholic Church, Dallas, Texas Page 7 I want to take this time to introduce
the members who make up your
2011/2012 membership team:
Membership Director - John Doyle
972-248-7411
Recruiting Chairman - Mike Warbritton
214-412-0020
New Member Assist - Rob Hewitt
972-235-6764 [email protected]
New Member Support - Ed Monaghan
972-235-3653
Council Prayer List
Pray for Brother Mike Greene who will have cataract surgery.
Pray for Bob Klotz, brother of Roger Klotz, who is in the hospital.
Pray for Alvin McKoon, brother of Carl McKoon, who is in the hospital.
Pray for Mitchell Williams who is having a rough time.
Pray for a return to good health of Marlene Campbell who is recovering
from a stroke.
Pray for the return to good health of Carol Kostulas who is recovering
from a broken hip.
Pray for the return to good health of Carroll Malone, the wife of Brother
Paul Malone.
Pray for the return to good health of Amber Hurd, granddaughter of
Brother Randy King, and for the continued development of her infant
daughter Madelyn Grace Hurd.
Pray for the return to good health of Kalynn Park, niece of Brother Joe
Mock, after testing positive for e-coli and subsequently developing
hemolytic uremic syndrome, and for her parents and family during this
trying time.
Pray for the continued development of Sophia Marie Peterson, daughter
of Brother Rusty Peterson, and granddaughter of Brother Mike Holmes.
Pray for the return to good health of Cynthia Warbritton, wife of Brother
Mike Warbritton.
Pray for the return to good health of Brother Mark Doman.
Pray for the return to good health of Brother Bernie Ehrler.
Pray for the return to good health of Mike Zolton’s uncle, John Staab.
Pray for the return to good health of Brother Dan Gorman’s cousin’s
grandson Levi Ryska.
Pray for the repose of the soul of Micaela White who lost her battle with
leukemia, and for her family and friends during this trying time.
Pray for the repose of the soul of Maria Selvan, mother of Brother Father
Peter Chinnappan, and for her family and friends during this time of grief.
Pray for aborted babies and their mothers.
Pray for safe deployment of Brother Greg Taylor who is serving in
Afghanistan, and all of our military personnel.
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