Faithful Navigator’s Message
I am deeply honored and humbled to accept the role of Faithful Navigator of Assembly #2914. I would like to introduce you to our wonderful and dedicated officers who have answered the call to assist the Assembly. Our Captain is Aaron Selestok and Pilot is Bill Dwyer. Our other officers are Admiral Tim Melia, Comptroller John Sliwinski, Purser Ric James, Inner Sentinel Bill Leake. 3rd Year Trustee Bob Neiman, followed by 2nd year Trustee Tom Hohn, and 3rd Year Trustee Joe Hunter.
I thank you for your confidence and your support. I also want to thank those who have come before me—especially our past Faithful Navigator Jay Tippett who passed away to be with the Lord in March 2025. He was truly an inspiration to many of us and I wish to thank him for his steady leadership, example, and dedication to our mission. In addition, I plan to continue the great work that he embarked of growing our membership and the Color Corps.
The Fourth Degree stands as the visible arm of the Knights of Columbus—defenders of our faith and exemplars of patriotism. It is our duty not only to serve our Church, but also our community and our nation. This is a calling that I take seriously, and one that I will approach with prayer, spiritual guidance, and cooperation.
I am grateful for the support of our Faithful Friar, our officers, and all members of this Assembly. Your wisdom and dedication will be my strength and I promise to lead with humility, to serve with honor, and to listen with an open heart. Together, let us pledge our allegiance to the Cross of Christ and to the service of our Church and country.
May our assembly be known not only for our regalia or our presence at ceremonial events—but for the charity, dignity, and unity we bring into everything we do. I look forward to working alongside each of you in service to God, our Church, our country, and our brotherhood.
Vivat Jesus!
Eddie Castaneda, Faithful Navigator |
