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Knights of Columbus Blessed Sacrament Clermont, Florida | APRIL 2014 NEWSLETTER 1

Worthy Brothers,

Not long ago a malicious rumor

relative to one of the Council Officers

was thoroughly vetted and proven

erroneous. As Chief Elected Officer

of this Council it was my duty to the

Order to search out and quash the rumor in the best interest of the

Order. It seems that recently some members of the Council may

unwittingly have e breeched decorum.

Chapter XVIII, Misconduct and Malfeasance of Members and

Officers, Section 162.19, Slander, reads: “Making unjust or false

statements, accusations, or personal vilification (emphasis added) of

or against any officer of the Order in his official capacity, suspension

or expulsion.”

This is being called to your attention, not by way of threat, but to

indicate the importance which the Order places upon the restriction of

such conduct. I implore you as Brother Knights as we enter into our

annual election cycle, to restrain from partaking in any vilification of

any member of the Order, regardless of status. Such conduct, being

disrespectful, disruptive, and unmerited, cannot be tolerated. As a

body of Catholic Gentlemen, we are, and should be, held to a higher

standard. I have complete faith in the goodness of my brothers. For

your guidance, Supreme’s guidelines for local elections are published

elsewhere in this newsletter. I urge you to adhere not only to the

letter, but more importantly to the spirit of the guidelines.

RECRUITMENT: Worthy Brothers, while we listen to the Financial

Secretary’s exhortation regarding the reason for the Star Council

Award, let’s keep in mind that the overriding reason for the emphasis

on recruiting is to bring more likeminded brothers into our ranks. It

should be our desire to have relatives, friends, and neighbors, enjoy

with us the satisfaction of the work we do and the family we become.

So, I challenge you – let each brother, THIS WEEK, invite just ONE

relative, friend, or neighbor, to join our ranks. As a further incentive,

each member who brings in an accepted candidate, will receive 1000

VIP points from the Council. These VIP points are redeemable for

gifts from the Knight’s catalog.

PASTA DINNER: April 26th. Save the date; bring a friend.

CORPORATE COMMUNION AND MEMORIAL MASS:

Sunday April 27, 12:00 Noon followed by a light snack in the Social

Hall. We will be dedicating the Memorial Plaque to our fallen

Council brothers.

GOLF: Coming up in May. It is our major charitable Fund raiser.

The committee is working hard. We can help by seeking our

company, merchants we deal with, or other sources to take a

sponsorship. Last year the net was approximately Twelve thousand

dollars. The goal this year is Fifteen. You can help. We need

sponsors.

Lector Series: We will be continuing the History of the Church. As

this first Friday follows the meeting, look for information in a

separate email. Our Lecturer will also be previewing the series at the

upcoming meeting.

General: While the financial strength of the Council remains strong,

our cash operating reserves are below expectations due to the planned

operating fund event, budgeted for February, not taking place. We

will be tightening the belt a notch.

General Welfare: Please pray for the repose of the soul of Eda

Gilligan, the sister of Brother SK Joe Pangia, who passed away

recently and Brother Don Beaudreau Former FS who is fighting

serious illness.

I am pleased to report that Brothers Bob Peraza and Paul Brannigan

are recovering nicely. Please continue to keep them and all the

brothers suffering illness in your thoughts and prayers.God Bless!

VIVAT JESUS!

Fraternally,

Jim Laria, Grand Knight

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Blessed Sacrament Council #13240 Clermont Florida April 2014

A Message From Our Grand Knight….

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“Do not complain, brothers and sisters, about one another, that you may not be judged.” James 5


IMPORTANT CONTACT NUMBERSFor questions or information regarding Council business, or if you would like to help in any way please call Grand Knight Jim Laria 407-435-2325 [email protected] Membership or dues Information, pocket name badge or Council license plates Frank Costello

352-243-9515

407-312-4109

[email protected] For questions on Fraternal Benefits and Insurance: Call Field Agent Jim Bernacki 813-929-3487 [email protected] Deputy Grand Knight Frank Regiacorte

352-429-2075

407-538-6490

[email protected] Chancellor- Steve Cruz 352-432-5675 352-552-1958 [email protected] Treasurer - Tony Giamboi 352-241-7671 [email protected] Advocate – James Venezio 352-343-1553 352-552-7480 [email protected] Recorder Steven Mc Robbie [email protected] Warden Larry Barber

407-694-6014

[email protected] Lecturer Peter Connelly

352-243-1129

407-902-9451

[email protected]

Inside Guard Serjohn Barber Outside Guard Ramon Aviles

407-656-2167 773-490-5041

Chaplain Fr. Robert Webster 352-394-3562, [email protected] Trustee Elliot Ogden

352-243-0396

[email protected] Trustee Peter Capece

352-243-0393

772-571-7084

[email protected] Trustee William Overbay 321-439-6893 [email protected] Membership Director- Admissions Committee Steve Cruz 352-432-5675 352-552-1958 [email protected] Youth Director Frank Regiacorte 352-429-2025 407-538-6490 [email protected] Squires Circle Larry Barber

407-694-6014

[email protected] Family Director Larry Barber 407-694-6014 [email protected] Community Director Jack Wallace

407-654-0339

[email protected]

Church Director Joe Cruz 407-342-8243, [email protected] Pro-Life Director Peter Stauder [email protected] Health Services Chair Robert Gonzalez 352-243-3751 [email protected] Donut Sunday Chair Serjohn Barber 352-508-4339 Ladies Auxiliary Phyllis Capece 352-243-0393 772-538-3882 [email protected] To order Council shirts see Brothers Ed Oliveira

352-989-4401

[email protected] John Granucci

352-243-0889

352-250-8224

[email protected] Assembly #3025 Faithful Navigator Peter Capece

352-243-0393

772-571-7084

[email protected] District Deputy Robert Britten [email protected] Web Master Rob Phelps [email protected] Newsletter Editor Robert Berardi 321-230-3953 [email protected]


Guidelines For Local Elections

Rev. February 2013

Section 126 of the Laws of the Knights of Columbus establishes the offices for local councils. Section 128 of the Laws requires local councils to hold annual elections for council officers.

Elections are to be conducted in accordance with Robert’s Rules of Order. Section 162 of the Laws of the Knights of Columbus establishes certain

categories of misconduct that may expose a member to disciplinary action. Section 162(23), set forth below, provides a general rule for the conduct of candidates for council offices.

Section 162: Any member of the Order who after trial, excepting where it is provided that no trial shall be had, shall be found guilty of the

conduct specified in the subdivisions following shall be fined, suspended or expelled as set forth therein, to wit:

Appeals for Political Support

23. Issuing appeals for, or soliciting by virtue of his membership in the Knights of Columbus, aid, or assistance or support by or in behalf of or

announcing candidates for public office, or candidates for office (including delegates to State and Supreme councils) in another society or body or in

the Order; fine, suspension, or expulsion.

Any member who knowingly permits or acquiesces in such appeals, solicitation, etc., shall if elected, be ineligible to hold office.

In order to effectuate this rule and to promote fairness and mutual respect in council elections, the Office of the Supreme Advocate has developed the following guidelines.

General Principle: A candidate for local council office in the Knights of Columbus is expected to conduct himself as a Catholic gentleman. While

he may promote his candidacy by highlighting his own qualifications, he may not comment negatively about any opponent. A candidate is

responsible for any third parties acting on his behalf. All elections must be conducted in a manner that is consistent with the principles of charity,

unity, and fraternity.

A candidate for local council office may:

1. Receive a nominating speech from another member of the council in which the nominating member sets forth the character and qualifications of

the candidate; and

2. Make a brief statement accepting the nomination, in which he states his own qualifications.

A candidate for local council office may not:

1. Use, accept, or receive council funds to support his candidacy in any manner whatsoever;

2. Distribute campaign buttons, t-shirts, pins, hats, bumper stickers, or any other souvenirs or promotional items;

3. Send mailings or e-mails, or use social media to support his candidacy;

4. Arrange or participate in debates with other candidates or their supporters;

5. Campaign or have promotional items in the chambers of any business meeting, or within close proximity to the entrance of any business meeting;

6. Campaign or have promotional items at or outside any religious ceremony;

7. Disseminate any type of derogatory information concerning another candidate; or

8. Hold a fund-raising event to finance his candidacy.

If a candidate or member knowingly and willfully violates these guidelines, he may be subject to disciplinary action.


In Service to

One.

In Service to All.

Worthy Brothers,

Well here we go into another month before you know it this

fraternal year will be over. On another note this council has been

through another Rough episode that has left bad feelings. Over the

years there have been other episodes the situations or reasons may

have been different but the end result has always been the same.

Were there any winners in this last episode? I guess a few maybe,

but losers there were many.

We have brother knights who want to leave the council because of

the discord that has gone on. Also, we are recruiting no new

knights and fund raising is at a minimum. The big losers were the

people who we are here to serve. This is one of the most important

times of the year for our council the golf tournament, the pasta

dinner, the election of officers and the wonderful things that we do

for our parish our community have all suffered because our

attention was else where.

I met years ago with an old knight and his words as I left our

little talk was "Be careful the devil walks among us" . I

shrugged it off as the rambling of an old man but now I may

know what he meant. The devil doesn't like the unity of our

brotherhood because together we work to glorify the Lord.

He constantly temps and tests us looking for ways to drive

wedges between us and pull us apart. In moments of

weakness, he strikes by aligning us against each other. So

please put all of this behind us and let’s get back to doing the

things that our Lord has asked us to do as Knights.

May the good Lord bless and watch over us all as we try to

step forward and start being good CATHOLIC

GENTLEMEN.

Vivat Jesus!

Bob Britten, D.D. 23

New from the District Deputy

By Bob Britten

Sunday, April 20th, 2014


“Focus on Star Council Award”

Brother Knights,

Travel to any state in the USA; to any town blessed with an

active Knights of Columbus council; and attend a regular

council meeting. You will hear the Grand Knight and

Insurance Agent/Advisor mention the Star Council Award.

This is described by Supreme Council as “… the most

prestigious award that a council can achieve.”

This annual award very important for many reasons. Here are

a few:

The award is a measure of our achievements for one

full fraternal year; it is a “yardstick of our

accomplishments.”

There are THREE H-beams that support the Star

Council foundation of benefits of membership in this

organization:

1) Time and treasure we donate to our Church,

community, and various charities. This requirement

is measured by the quality and number of charities

served, and the amount of Brother-hours donated.

2) Constant efforts to increase the amount of time and

treasure we donate by retaining as many current

members

as possible, and increasing the number of new

members admitted during the fraternal year. This

requirement is measured by “net gain in

membership.”

3) #3 – Participation in a variety of insurance programs.

Note that the Knights of Columbus insurance

organization is classified as a “mutual insurance

company.” That means that we policyholders are

part owners of the company. Our insurance programs

are designed to PROTECT and SECURE Brother

Knights and our families. Life and accident policies

are designed to protect us in the event of unfortunate

circumstances, and annuity products are designed to

help plan and implement secured retirement

programs. This requirement measured by “net gain

of insurance members.”

There are THREE months remaining in our fraternal year. We

will discuss the Star Council Award as a group at every

meeting. We will focus on the numbers; define measureable

objectives; and discuss creative ways to achieve those

objectives … and the Star Council Award. We have a

powerful team. Together, we can do it!

Remember, if you have a change of address, a new phone

number, or a new e-mail address, please send an e-mail to me;

[email protected] or write a note and hand it to me at any

Council meeting or event. Please print clearly. Thank you!

Fred Costello Financial Secretary

Cell: (407) 312-4109

Financial

Secretary’s

Corner

By Fred Costello


Lecturer’s

Notes

By

Peter Connelly

A Journey Through the

History of the Church

from Jesus to 2000 A.D.

Friday, April 4th

@ 7:00 PM

Ministry Building

Session 3: Persecution - Part 2

This month’s presentation is titled “Persecution - Part II.”

As Tertullian said: “The blood of the martyrs is the seed of

Christians.” The Roman Empire persecuted Christians for

more than 200 years. Instead of disappearing, the Church

grew stronger!

In the third century, Diocletian became Emperor of Rome

and established a new order of government. His

Tetrarchy, consisting of two co-emperors, divides the

empire into two halves - the East and the West.

Diocletian begins to rebuild the crumbling empire and

initially meets with success which includes a campaign to

completely eradicate the Church. Thousands of Christians

are tortured and killed or turned into slaves.

Torn from without and within, the Church is sure to be

torn apart and trampled upon into the dust of history. But

the persecutions ended and the Church rises from ashes

only to be faced with a serious question - how will she

deal with those who gave in during the persecutions and

did not maintain the Faith and are now seeking to rejoin

the community. Should they be readmitted?

Come to the next session and find out during this 50

minute DVD presentation!

These sessions are sponsored by the Knights of Columbus

and are opened to anyone wishing to attend. While it is a

history series, missing a session will not preclude the

benefit from attending a future session. This program has

an imprimatur and the hours can be counted toward your

EMHC/MTS mandate hours.

Brothers,

Do you know your Bible?

The Bible is the story of Salvation History that began in

the Garden of Eden and was fulfilled by the new and

everlasting covenant of Jesus Christ (Eucharistic

Covenant). The study of covenants is one of the

approaches to bible study that helps us grasp the “story”

and helps give a deeper meaning to the relationship

between the Old and New Testaments. Each covenant

provides a basis for the following as God reveals his

“plan” to us incrementally until his Son fulfills the old

testament and directs us toward the new heavens and a

new earth.

There are six primary covenants: Adam; Noah; Abraham;

Moses; David; Jesus.

Over the course of the next six months, we will take 5-10

minutes to discuss each covenant and give some examples

of how they are related to the New Testament fulfillment

of the Old Testament.

Pete Connelly

That the Risen Lord

may fill with hope

the hearts of those

who are being

tested by pain and

sickness.

Holy Father’s Prayer Intentions


Brothers,

The 8th Annual Charity Golf Classic scheduled for Saturday May 17 is

moving along a very fast pace. So far we have been able to get some

sponsorship as well as some great door prizes that will be used for our

famous Chinese Auction (e.g. foursomes at local golf clubs, Disney

tickets, etc.).

We are asking Brother Knights that are not directly involved in the

planning of this Annual Event to make a monetary donation and/or

donate a bottle of liquor (to be used to make up a basket of cheer).

Donations can be made at any of our Council, Assembly, or Golf

Meetings.

At last year’s Charity Golf Classic we had 136 golfers. We are hoping

that this year we can get to 144 golfers which is the maximum for a golf

course. Brother Knights can help out by getting a group of friends

together to play in this year’s Charity Golf Classic.

Golf flyers are available on our Council’s web site.

For additional information please contact the Golf Committee

Chairperson – Tony GiamboiTony Giamboi

(352) 242-7671

Email: [email protected]

8th Annual

Knights of Columbus

Charity Golf Classic

Saturday, May 17, 2014

Benefiting The Russell Home and

other local charities

Brothers,

“Sixteen” is the magic number for star Council. In the latest Membership Message from our Worthy State Deputy, Paul

Koppie, he clearly makes the point that with more members, we can do more to build the Kingdom.

We certainly can make Star Council if each of the 60-80 active members who either assist or make an occasional

meeting just ask ONE family member, friend, neighbor, coworker, to join our ranks and enjoy the family of Knights.

Remember, someone who has been a Knight, but has been inactive more than seven years, is a reactivation and is

considered a new applicant for Award purposes.

Contact Steve Cruz 352 552 1958, [email protected] or myself 352 243 3292 if you need any help.

As a further incentive, each member who brings in an accepted brother, will receive 1000 VIP points from the Council.

These VIP points are redeemable for gifts from the Knight’s catalog, with several items for 1000 points or less.

I urge each of our members to help our organization grow “Ad Majorum Dei Gloria” – the Jesuit motto – For the Greater

Glory of God!

VIVAT JESUS

Jim Laria, Grand Knight

16 = Star Council

1 = 1000 Council VIP Points


The Prolife Corner:

The focus this month is on two events and both are

opportunities for you and your family to get involved.

First, the 40 Days for Life Campaign is still going and it can

use your help. As I stated last month, the 40 days for Life is a

peaceful prayer vigil outside the Planned Parenthood Abortion

Clinic on 726 Tampa Ave, Orlando. The praying started on

March 5 and runs through April 13th, 2014. We are trying to

get people outside from 7 AM until 7PM. This place is easy to

get to, take the Tampa Ave exit off the 408 and the clinic is

about 200 feet down on the left. Parking is available right

before the clinic on the same side. If you can spare an hour or

two please go there and pray no confrontation! If you want to

schedule your time please call Mary Ann Palmer at, 352-394-

5004, to see what times are not covered. If you want to sign up

for an hour of prayer you can also go to the website 40

Daysforlife.com and look for the calendar of times. You don’t

need an appointed time but we would like to cover all the

hours. I talked to her today and they believe they have saved

some babies while there.

Coming in April 26 at Bishop Moore HS- a 5K Walk/Run for

the Unborn. It’s now called Laps for Life. The Orlando

Diocese Knights are sponsoring this program that we hope

will be an annual event. All Councils are invited to send a

team to walk. It’s the typical pledge event where you raise

money by donation or getting people to pledge based on the

laps you are going to walk. If we have a team to cover the

event hours of 8 AM to 8PM we could divide up the hours you

need to be there or you could elect to spend the whole day.

There will be t-Shirts, drinks, sponsors, kids and adults

involved. I will have signup sheets and info at the April 3rd

meeting. More info at the web site-

[email protected]. We want to raise $45,000 for

three new ultrasound machines to go in pregnancy counseling

centers here in Central Florida. Come out and bring your

family, friends, neighbors.

In closing -a quote from the beloved Pope John Paul II---“

America you are beautiful…and blessed…the ultimate test of

your greatness is the way you treat every human being, but

especially the weakest and defenseless. If you want equal

justice for all and true freedom and lasting peace, then

America, defend life”.

As ever, Vivat Jesus!

Pete

The Prolife

Corner

By

Pete Stauder

CENTRAL FLORIDA COUNCILS IN THE ORLANDO DIOCESE

LAPS for LIFE

April 26, 2014

Bishop Moore HS Orlando

Fundraiser for Ultrasound Equipment for:

JMJ Life Centers, Orlando Pregnancy Resource Center, Melbourne

Sanford Crisis Pregnancy Center

CONTACT: [email protected] or 407-453-4583 Join a team or Donate at www.OrlandoLaps4Life.org

mailto:[email protected]

http://www.orlandolaps4life.org/


One of our founding goals: to protect

widows

As a member of this council, you know how

important spouses can be to the charitable works of the

Order. If you’re married, your wife is probably involved

in a few of the many events that happen each fraternal

year. This support adds great value and impact to what

a council can achieve.

When the Order was founded in 1882, Father

Michael J. McGivney and the other brave men were

setting out to protect Catholic families, but especially

wives and children. We know today this is done through

our insurance products which are designed with that

goal in mind. One specific policy rider that you may not

know about is called Spousal Waiver of Premium. This

rider is unique to the Knights of Columbus philosophy of

helping our widows.

This rider is available on most permanent and

Discoverer plans purchased at standard rates by a

member and his wife on the same day. When both

spouses apply, the rider provides for waiver of

premiums on the spouse’s contract in the event of the

insured’s death. Best of all, for members and spouses

ages 18 to 60, this waiver can be added for no charge.

The rider stays in effect until the spouse attains age 65

or certain other triggering events occur.

Our products are designed with your needs and

budget in mind. With a solid portfolio of life insurance,

long-term care, disability income and retirement

products, the Knights of Columbus can help you meet all

of your financial goals. To learn more about these

solutions, contact me today.

Jim Bernacki Field Agent

(813) 929-3487

Notes from your

Fraternal Benefits

Advisor

Jim Bernacki

K of C Insurance Facts: Did you know?

In addition to our strong, secure products,

there are Family Fraternal Benefits that can help our

members facing unique needs. Many of these

benefits are unique to the Knights of Columbus and

our members. Some of these benefits include:

Guaranteed life insurance benefits for uninsurable children

Death benefits available for stillborn or miscarried children

Orphan benefits

Member/spouse accidental death benefits


Hi Ladies,

This is to inform you that the meeting for Thursday, April 3, 2014 has been RESCHEDULED for

Thursday, April 10, 2014.

We will meet in classroom # 2 @ 7:00 PM on Thursday, April 10, 2014. The ladies who volunteered to bring refreshments for this

meeting are Jean Britten and Mary Connelly. Remember if you wish to drink anything please bring your own.

Please try to attend since we have some important things to discuss.

Hope to see you on April 10th.

God Bless,

Phyllis Capece

April Birthday List

04-02 Noel Vargas

04-03 Salvatore Sangemino

04-03 Joseph Gaglio

04-10 Jose Rodriguez

04-14 Edward Grego

04-17 Marco Sulsenti

04-21 Michael Dybicz

04-21 Donald Major

04-23 Michael Shortell

04-24 Paul Venzlowsky

04-26 Robert Scambia

04-29 Edward Zarek

04-29 William Pratt

March Birthday List

03-02 Richard Lindgren

03-04 Paul Brannigan

03-06 Joseph Bandur

03-09 Paul Gonzales

03-12 Peter Connelly

03-16 John Mcguire

03-19 Michael Johnson

03-19 Serjohn Barber

03-20 Andy Haywood

03-22 Joseph Cruz

03-23 Cesarhenry Lahens

03-27 Lilio Alvarez

03-28 Edward Oliveira

03-28 Vimille Bentinganan

03-28 Michael Vitelli

03-31 Ramon Aviles

03-31 William Nowak

Happy Birthday Brother Knights!

Next Council Meeting Thursday, April 3, 2014 at 7:00 pm

Next Officer’s Meeting Wednesday, April 23, 2014 at 7:00 pm


Brother Sir Knights,

Our Annual joint picnic was a

great success. Special thanks to

Sir Knights Jim Loesch & Bob

Britten for all their efforts in

putting together another winner

at Hickory Point. Thanks to all

that helped in anyway and for all

those that provided the great

side dishes and desserts….thank

you…thank you….and let’s not forget Jorge Oliveras

who once again came through with his music…..Thanks

Jorge .

At our March meeting nominations were open and read

for Brothers seeking to run for an Assembly Office. If

you are interested in running for one of the Officer

positions, please see Sir Knights Jim Loesch and/or

Tony Giamboi. The election will be held at our May

meeting, with nominations remaining open till then. The

nominations will be closed prior to the election process.

Any Sir Knight, in good standing may seek any of the

Officer positions.

Due to a prior commitment I will not be attending the

Biennial Meeting of the Florida District. At our March

meeting PFN Peter Stauder was elected to fill

my position. Assembly Captain Jim Laria will also be

attending. The District meeting will be preceded by a

Fourth Degree Exemplification on Saturday April 5th.

Regarding our “Color Corps”….Sir Knights wear regalia

and carry the sword to honor Christ and His apostles at

various religious and civic occasions. It is important to

note that “the primary purpose of the Fourth degree is to

encourage active Catholic citizenship and foster the

spirit of patriotism in our members and the community

at large.” If you don’t have regalia….think about it…we

can always use additional Sir Knights in our Assembly

Color Corps.

Sir Knights who plan on participating in the Color Corps

at any of our upcoming events should contact the

Assembly Commander for particulars. Brother Pete

Stauder can be reached via his e-mail

[email protected] or 352-989-5138, 407-375-1592.

Our next Assembly meeting is April 10th……..Please

try to attend.

Vivat Jesus,

Peter P. Capece Faithful Navigator

Blessed Sacrament Assembly #3025 Clermont Florida March 2014

The Communicator The Communicator

Next Assembly Meeting Thursday, April 10, 2014 at 7:00 pm


Knights Regalia Events

Color Corp and Color Guard Schedule

2014

Feb. 9---Confirmation Noon Mass Blessed Sacrament Church

March 7- Pig-on-Pond Opening Ceremony Clermont Waterfront Park-Color Guard

April 27----Knights Corporate Communion, Blessed Sacrament Church

May 3 and 4- First Communion at two masses each day, Blessed Sacrament Church

May 17- Veterans Day, Clermont Waterfront Park

Possible May 23- State Convention- Color Guard

June 22- Corpus Christi, 5 PM Mass Blessed Sacrament Church

August 5- Knights Supreme Convention, Orlando- Regalia and Color Guard

Sept. 11- Ceremony at Clermont Fire Station- Regalia and Color Guard

Oct. 24- Fall Festival Opening Ceremony, Blessed Sacrament- Color Guard

Nov.11- Memorial Day Ceremony, Clermont Waterfront Park

Dec- Clermont Christmas Parade- Regalia and Color Guard

Please contact Color Corp Commander, S.K. Brother Pete Stauder for additional details

[email protected] or 352-989-5138

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