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September 2016 Meeting notes
The meeting was called to order at 7:00PM by Grand Knight Terry Hurtt. A Rosary of the Luminous Mysteries was said, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. All Officers except for Treasurer, Carl Richter, and Second Year Trustee, Chris Rao, both of whom were excused, were present.
The minutes of August 2, 2016, were read and approved without correction.
District Deputy, Mark Valero, was introduced. He was glad to hear from our minutes that we are already making recruitment plans. He also stated there are three Councils having First Degree Ceremonies this month, but we have no candidates. He urged us to contact members who do not come to meetings to assist with the Tootsie Roll Drive and other functions. Some men may work or have other reasons for not attending but may be happy to help with fund raisers and other functions.
The Treasurer's Report was read and approved.
Old Business: 1.) Plans for our membership drive continue for the January 29, 2017, Corporate Communion Weekend.
2.)Tootsie Roll Drive - Frank Tumminia will contact managers of Publix and Winn Dixie for January and February dates. Mike Gangloff suggested we divide the Friday and Saturday sessions equally among our active members, say 2 or 3 total each. If we let those who work choose first times we should be able to make it reasonable for us all. Also, most important to have phone numbers of all of us who help for contacting each other when necessary.
3.) Grand Knight Terry Hurtt asked if we are getting his emails. All of us apparently missed one but otherwise all okay. Important to send emails at least a few days before a function reminder, etc., and to respond ASAP when asked.
4.) Dave Ottaviavi is attempting to get Church approval for our Barbeque for October 23 so we can make definite plans and Bulletin Advertisements.
New Business: 1.) Grand Knight Terry Hurtt handed out two requests for help. The first was from Fr. James discussing the 15th Anniversary of the 9-11 attacks. There will be a special Blue Mass on Sunday, September 11 with the Bishop presiding beginning at 1PM. A memorial will be held at 12:30PM prior to the Mass. Father asked us to attend if possible and help with planning and production of gift bags for all members of our fire stations and law enforcement officers, as well as help with the cost of the bags.
2.) Secondly, a letter from K of C Headquarters requested help for the victims of the Louisiana flooding. I mentioned that the second collections from the three weekend Masses for the past two weekends were for the victims and families. There was discussion of a clothing drive or monetary support. Ultimately, a motion for sending $1,000 from our Council to the Louisiana Relief Fund was approved.
3.)The "Keep Christ in Christmas" magnets were favorably received by parishioners last year and we are making plans to hand them out again this year. Fin. Sec. Jeff Huesing will locate the Council from whom we purchased them.
4.)Jeff then discussed an indigent family in desperate need for help. It was suggested we help them hook up with the St. Vincent de Paul Society, Catholic Charities, and Social Agencies. Additionally, we approved purchasing two $250 gift cards, given one at a time, for two months.
5.) Recorder Mike Gangloff suggested copies of the minutes be emailed to active members to better inform those absent from a meeting and expedite follow-up business. The K of C website has been too unreliable. This was approved at the Officers Meeting, providing specific finances of the Treasurer's report are not listed..
6.) Lecturer Louie Romero announced he is now in his final year of studies for the Deaconate.
His books costs were approved for payment by our Council.
7.) Dave Ottaviani announced September 18 will be the kick-off for our various Family Educational Programs. Catholic Daughters is promoting an Isle of Capri function on October 18. Religious Education books were more expensive than expected and $400 more is needed. This was so approved. It was also suggested that we ask the Church to have occasional second collections for Religious Education when new envelopes are prepared.
8.) Paul O'Malley asked for a contribution to the cancer fund for Lisa Lyons. $250 was once again approved.
The 50/50 drawing was won by District Deputy Mark Valero. The Member's Drawing was won by Louie Romero.
Following prayers for the Good of the Order, the Meeting adjourned at 8:20PM.
Respectfully submitted, Michael Gangloff
August 2016 Minutes
The meeting was called to order at 7:00PM by GK Terry Hurtt. A Rosary of the Sorrowful Mysteries was said followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Three Officers were absent.
The minutes of June 7, 2016, were read and approved with one minor correction.
Insurance Agent, Jim Collins, was introduced and presented the highlights of a recent Conference in Orlando. He stated the Knights are flourishing; membership in Florida is now #1 in the United States. There was good comradery at the meeting. Annuities are earning 2.2% fixed, not tied to the stock market. We grow from our membership and now have $100 billion in insurance in force.
Michael Gangloff announced that Michael Heron sponsored William Ash received his First Degree
on July 28 at the St. Lucie Council. That Council is considering having the First Degree on the last Tuesday rather than the last Thursday of the month.
Treasurer Carl Richter reported July receipts of $1,505.18, disbursements of $605.05, and a balance of $14,637.99. In the absence of Jeff Huesing, there was no Financial Secretary Report.
We received a 'thank you' letter for our recent donation to the Pregnancy Care Center.
Old Business: 1.)The presentation of the Life Memorial will finally be made to Fr. Molgano before the next meeting. 2.) The Church barbeque is now planned for October 23 following Parrish approval. We will get a Bulletin announcement for the three weeks beforehand. 3.) Jim Brady, Michael Kiefer, Charlie Melichar, Brendan Savalle, and Mike Whitcomb received their Third Degree on June 25, 2016.
New Business: 1.)Dep. GK Julio Perez announced there will be a religious teaching program at Holy Family Church on August 25 at 7PM. He also attended the Orlando Conference and discussed recruiting issues. He stressed we emphasize the value of insurance to our new members. Are we doing our best in Charity, Unity, and Fraternity projects? We need to spend money to attract new members, especially as we all age. Cinco de Mayo Social is helpful the third Thursday of each month; please try to attend especially with a potential new member. Seek out our Catholic neighbors, friends and Church members. We need to train new officers and share responsibilities. The Fraternal Planner should be used for each meeting. 2.) Planning Activities: 9-11-2016 is the fifteenth anniversary of the attack by terrorists. Dave Ottaviani suggested we plan a Knight's attendance at one of the Masses as it falls on a Sunday.
October 23 - The Barbeque
December 12 & 13, pending approval, the Christmas party for the Children. If confirmed, will "set up" on Sunday, December 11, at 1PM.
January 29, 2017 - Corporate Mass. Plan to have recruitment talks at all Masses as well, preferably by our members. Frank Tummiinia suggested an on-going add in the Church Bulletin. Dave O. volunteered to get info from Jim Collins as to the add used in his Parish.
3.)Monetary Help Needs- a.) Lauren Volkardt is a convert who attended FSU and huge supporter and participant in the Catholic Youth Ministry on Campus. She recently graduated and is going to be a Campus missionary at Rutgers University in New Jersey. There is no salary. Dave O. recommended we give her $100/month or $1,200 for the first year, and then have her present to us her progress. It was approved we give her $1,200.
b.) Our BK Mike Whitcomb has a young boy, Jake, who is having epilepsy attacks. While the family has had $250 donated for a monitoring wrist watch, they still need $800 to purchase a special camera. Mike G. recommended we help the family and $800 was approved.
The 50/50 drawing was won by Tom Chelednick. Jim Collins won the member's drawing and donated the $50 towards the Christmas Party.
Following prayers for the Good of the Order, the meeting adjourned at 8:20PM.
Catholic Eye Opener---Email from Gerard Figari
Catholics of America need to unite with other Christians of this GREAT UNITED STATES and let the world know that we are CHRISTIAN NATION irregardless of what our leader may say and think!!!!!!
Charity Hospital run by the Sisters of Charity in New Orleans, along with the Upjohn Company developed the plasma system in the 1930's that saved so many lives in WWII, Korea, Vietnam and in the middle east now,
During the Civile War most of the nurses were nuns.
Even if you are not caholic, this is eye opening:
When the Catholic Church was founded, there were no schools. Today, the Catholic Church teaches 3 million students a day, in its more than 250 Catholic Colleges and Universites, in its more than 1200 Catholic High Schools and its more than 5000 Catholic Grade Schools.
Every day , the Catholic Church feeds, clothes, shelters, and educates more people than an other organization in the world.
The new Obabma Health Mandate could end all this and the tax payers wold have to make up the loss.
Also, all Catholic adoption services will come to an end... a human disaster.
There are more than 77 million Catholics in this Country. It takes an estimated 50 million Catholic votes to elect a president.
Go to the polls in 2014 and be united in replacing all Senators and Reps with someone who will respect the Catholic Church, all Christians, and all Religions, with the perhapas the exception of Isalm.
Mr. Preseident, you said, "The USA is not a Christian Nation." You are wrong- we are a Christian Nation founded on Judeo-Christian Values allowing all relgions in America to worship and practice freely... something that Isalm will never do
Oh, by the way, on Musilm Heritage in America... Have you ever been to a Muslim hospital, heard a Muslim charity, ever seen Muslims shaking hads with Muslim Girl Scouts, or even seen a Muslim Candy Striper volunteering in a Hospital?
Have you ever seen a Muslim do much of anything that contributes postively to the American way of life?
December 3rd 2016 Meeting Notes
The meeting was called to order by GK Terry Hurtt at 6:50PM. Michael G. introduced a prospect for Knighthood, Bendan Savalle, who then gave a synopsis of his life including being an usher at St. Martin de Porres Church. He was given a Form 100 for completion and, following his dismissal, he was favorably approved.
A Rosary of the Luminous Mysteries was said and followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Jim Reed, a 4th Degree member of our Council, introduced himself as he has not been present for some time due to health reasons.
It was announced that Carl Richter and Albert Rodriguez have both attained full knighthood status after finishing their 3rd Degree.
Announcements: There will be a March for Life in Washington, D.C., on January 22, 2016.
Old Business: Christmas Party: Gifts have been purchased. Dave O. is arranging for pizza, water and soda. The Bishop regrets that he will not be able to attend the party this year. We will have 190 children on December 14 and 200 on December 15. We will prepare the Hall after the 10:45 AM Mass on December 13. Tom Chelednik will look into getting the Christmas Party in the Columbia Magazine.
ProLife Memorial: Phil J. will be meeting in January for pricing of various types.
Valentine's Dance: Michael Heron has firmed the Hall for Saturday, February 13, 2016. We discussed starting and ending times, catering restaurants, dress options and drink options, but made no definite plans until Michael meets with the Catholic Daughters for their input and recommendations.
New Business: A request was made to Terry Hurtt for us to provide Bibles for the Jail Ministry. Phil J. has much information about the Bibles and will respond. It was suggested that we have a stamp prepared to indicate on the first page that the Bibles came from our Council.
We plan again this year to obtain one hundred "Keep Christ in Christmas" decals for free distribution.
Chris Rao stated the Trustees need to re-check our warrants.
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Tom Chelednik won the 50/50 drawing. Dave Ottaviani won the carry-over membership drawing of $100.
Following prayers for the good of the Order, the meeting adjourned at 8:15PM.
October 2015 Monthly Meeting Notes
The meeting was called to order by GK Terry Hurtt at 7:02PM. A Rosary of the Sorrowful Mysteries was said as well as the Pledge of Allegiance. The Minutes of the September Meeting were read and approved without correction.
Pro-Life Memorial- Since Dave O. was visiting the Pope in Philadelphia, Phil J. called PSL Monument Center and is getting prices for bronze vs. stone memorials. Aycock Funeral Home is helping Phil with this.
Membership- Julio P. emailed as well as handed out copies for a "Recruitment Plan for the Columbian Year 2015-2016." Three major goals were suggested: 1) To Increase Membership, 2) To Establish a First Degree Exemplification Team, and 3)To Increase Visibility and Participation in All Church Related Activities. Objectives and Activities to achieve each of these goals were presented. Any absent members are asked to request a copy from Julio. Emphasis was made to have personal contacts with potential candidates, form a study group to conduct a First Degree Exemplification, and to wear our badges and/or shirts whenever possible. More of us are requested to become Extraordinary Ministers of Communion to participate especially during our Corporate Masses. For this plan to succeed, all members need cooperate, take responsibility and fully participate in its implementation.
Tootsie Roll Drive- Frank T. has firm arrangements with Winn-Dixie for January 8-9, Publix at US1 and Baker for January 15-16, Publix on the Island for January 22-23, and on Jensen Beach Blvd. for February 12-13.
Publix on US1 across from Lowe's is pending. An email from Brian will be forthcoming to choose times to volunteer. Everyone's help is needed please.
Christmas Party- The Bishop has been invited. Some schools and buses have approved our offer to have the party on December 14 and 15.
New Business- Carl Anderson, Supreme Knight, has informed us that the Knights Christian Refugee Relief Fund has donated over $4 million to relief efforts in Iraq and Syria. We have been asked to participate by ordering 5-inch olive wood crosses at $5 each, minimum order 10. After discussion, it was motioned and approved that we buy 50 crosses for $250, and, rather than sell them for a profit, donate them all to those interested or in need.
Lisa Lyons Cancer Society Walk- We donated $250 last year. Phil J. suggested the same for this year and it was so approved.
Adoration Hour for the Knights- Dave O. suggested we reserve one of the URGENT NEED hours for Chapel adoration and alternate attending. The idea was favorably received and a time will be selected for us.
Fund Raising Dance- At our last social at Cinco de Mayo, Michael Heron suggested we have a fund raiser dance or multiple dances. He will be contacted by Mike G. to present a proposal at the next meeting. He will also be contacting Catholic Daughter's to consider a joint fund raiser project.
Youth Group Audiovisual Equipment- Dave O. discussed the need for such and an approval for up to $650 if needed was approved.
Following prayers for the good of the order, the meeting adjourned at 8:25PM.
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