MESSAGE FROM STATE DEPUTY

Firstly, as the new Nevada State Deputy, please join with me in expressing deepest gratitude to Immediate Past State Deputy (IPSD), David M. Ryan. By virtue of his steadfast leadership at the helm, unwavering commitment to all the many decisions “for the good of the order,” and those long hours traveling thousands of miles, IPSD David Ryan has successfully grown the order, achieving the prestigious Circle of Honor recognition for Nevada. On behalf of all the “Silver State” Knights, congratulations IPSD Dave, please accept sincerest gratitude for your outstanding service and dedication.

Secondly, the overarching goal for this fraternal year, in my humble viewpoint, is to be “laser focused” on three key areas: Growth, Programs, and Support of Clergy. 

1. Growing the Nevada Knights of Columbus  — Together as Knights, please actively invite and welcome practicing Catholic men who are age 18 years and older to join our ranks, bringing the joy of service and fraternity to more families in every parish community. For example, the Delta drive is a “tried and true” method to achieve this growth objective. Delta drives should be scheduled in advance and widely publicized by every Nevada state council. Quoting WSGD Chuck Devlin, “Early is Easy.”
2. Strengthening Programs — By effective planning and implementing Faith, Family, Community, and Life activities, local council will accomplish the spiritual growth. A compelling example is sharing Supreme Chaplin Archbishop William Lori’s monthly challenge at the next “Cor” meeting. https://www.kofc.org/en/who-we-are/our-faith/monthly-challenge.html?1tab=1tab0&basic-tabs=0  Nevada Councils are also strongly encouraged to effectively serve their respective parishes by offering many meaningful opportunities for members and their families to actively participate in events congruent to the values of “unity, faith, charity, and patriotism.”
3. Supporting Clergy — The Nevada Knights of Columbus councils shall revitalize their annual commitment to support vocations. Participation in the Nevada State Council Seminarian raffle, seeking out collaborative fund raising events with organizations such as the Serra Club, and by local council supporting the Refund Support Vocations Program (RSVP) are all excellent ways to help achieve this object. The bottom line is the Nevada Knights of Columbus shall stand in solidarity with those who answer God’s call and serve as the “go to” support resource for Priests, Deacons, and Seminarians.