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Arrival
1:00 PM
SHRINE OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION
Depart Bus parking lot
9:00pm
RETURN
10:00PM
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DEPARTS PATUXENT COUNCIL -- 7:15am
Arrival -- 8:30 AM
SHRINE OF THE IMMACULATE
CONCEPTION
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7:30pm
Bus parking lot
RETURN
8:30pm
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Friday, September 4, 2009
Saturday, August 8, 2009
Quarterly Dispatch Newsletter (July thru Sept 2009)
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The Dispatch
Archbishop Michael J. Curley Assembly No. 383 Knights of Columbus, Fourth Degree Archdiocese of Washington District Meetings held at 8:00 P.M. - First Monday of each Month Prince George's Council, College Park, Maryland
"Knights Dedicated to the Service of Others"
July through September 2009
Faithful Friar's Message
I don't know if you remember the story in the Gospels where the King threw a party and the people he had invited chose not to attend. He then sent his servants out to invite everyone to the party and when the hall was full, the party began. He then mixed with his guests and found someone not dressed appropriately for the occasion and had him removed from the feast. I always thought that was unfair. Since he had invited everyone off the street, as it were, why would he be so persnickety about their dress? The point of the story was that that person was not ready to celebrate with the others; the man had not prepared himself properly to come before the King.
Choice is such a powerful tool in each of our lives. We get to make decisions, or we don't get to make them, about almost everything in our lives. Although we can opt for things, sometimes we feel forced to do things we don't want to do. We can speed, but could get a ticket; we can lie, but that would betray trust; we can be mean and then we have to bear the consequences; we can be nice and make things better; we can share and lift another's spirits; we can eat too much and hurt ourselves; we can smoke, drink too much, curse or swear and none of those things are good for us, but we can do them because we have free will and choice. Sometimes we are asked to do things that are a little uncomfortable, but appropriate. We all give up some of our freedom for the sake of everyone's safety and well being.
One of the choices that we can make, and hopefully do make, is to participate in Mass weekly. We do this because God invites us to join with Him and share in His love and it is good for us. Some people choose not to respond to this invitation; some people respond but seemingly not as wholeheartedly as they might; some come willingly but a little late or leave a little early for motives that aren't always demanding. We all have to make choices and some choices are better than others.
One choice we make is how we dress for Church. I would ask that ALL of us try to remember that Mass is different than the movies or shopping, that Church is different than the mall or a back yard picnic and that it would help us think about what we are doing if we took the time to choose to dress appropriately for being in the presence of God.
When we take the time to think about it, clean up, get dressed in some special way to come before the Lord, it makes a difference in our preparation, our attitude, our focus and our commitment to be with Him in a way that is different than all the other things we have to do. I urge all of us to make the time to prepare and to present ourselves in a way that speaks of our focus on God and our willingness to see Him as different from everything and everyone else. There is not a specific dress code, but if we all do our best for Him, that is all He asks of us.
Peace!
S/K Msgr. Mike
Archbishop Michael J. Curley Assembly No. 383 Knights of Columbus, Fourth Degree Archdiocese of Washington District Meetings held at 8:00 P.M. - First Monday of each Month Prince George's Council, College Park, Maryland
"Knights Dedicated to the Service of Others"
July through September 2009
Faithful Friar's Message
I don't know if you remember the story in the Gospels where the King threw a party and the people he had invited chose not to attend. He then sent his servants out to invite everyone to the party and when the hall was full, the party began. He then mixed with his guests and found someone not dressed appropriately for the occasion and had him removed from the feast. I always thought that was unfair. Since he had invited everyone off the street, as it were, why would he be so persnickety about their dress? The point of the story was that that person was not ready to celebrate with the others; the man had not prepared himself properly to come before the King.
Choice is such a powerful tool in each of our lives. We get to make decisions, or we don't get to make them, about almost everything in our lives. Although we can opt for things, sometimes we feel forced to do things we don't want to do. We can speed, but could get a ticket; we can lie, but that would betray trust; we can be mean and then we have to bear the consequences; we can be nice and make things better; we can share and lift another's spirits; we can eat too much and hurt ourselves; we can smoke, drink too much, curse or swear and none of those things are good for us, but we can do them because we have free will and choice. Sometimes we are asked to do things that are a little uncomfortable, but appropriate. We all give up some of our freedom for the sake of everyone's safety and well being.
One of the choices that we can make, and hopefully do make, is to participate in Mass weekly. We do this because God invites us to join with Him and share in His love and it is good for us. Some people choose not to respond to this invitation; some people respond but seemingly not as wholeheartedly as they might; some come willingly but a little late or leave a little early for motives that aren't always demanding. We all have to make choices and some choices are better than others.
One choice we make is how we dress for Church. I would ask that ALL of us try to remember that Mass is different than the movies or shopping, that Church is different than the mall or a back yard picnic and that it would help us think about what we are doing if we took the time to choose to dress appropriately for being in the presence of God.
When we take the time to think about it, clean up, get dressed in some special way to come before the Lord, it makes a difference in our preparation, our attitude, our focus and our commitment to be with Him in a way that is different than all the other things we have to do. I urge all of us to make the time to prepare and to present ourselves in a way that speaks of our focus on God and our willingness to see Him as different from everything and everyone else. There is not a specific dress code, but if we all do our best for Him, that is all He asks of us.
Peace!
S/K Msgr. Mike
Worthy Master's Log
June is the month of transitions: Graduations, Marriages, Vacations, and New Beginnings. In our Councils and Assemblies new officers are getting ready with grand ideas and wonderful goals, budgets, programs, and building and growing. Meanwhile, the past officers are wondering where the time went, and what programs were successful and which were somewhat less successful or failed to launch. Boy, if I could only do it over again…………
Becoming a Past Faithful Navigator is a journey, and the path is not the way it was mapped out way back in June 2008. There were a few bumps, some road blocks, some uphill climbs and a few fun runs. Along the road you learned a few tricks, met some new friends, and did some real good for others. Somehow with the help of a few friends it all worked out and all in all it was a good time.
As the Immediate Past Faithful Navigator (IPFN), most of you will become the Faithful Admiral and Membership Director. It is now your turn to help build the assembly and make it stronger. Give the new officers the benefit of your experience, but in a quiet and friendly way. Give the new FN room to grow and allow a few minor miscalculations.
Likewise the new Faithful Navigators should push their programs and plans, but allow a couple of advisors to guide you over some of the bumps in the road. To help you along the way, the District Staff is putting together a revised Training Seminar – a bigger and better road map to help you on your journey to PFN.
Given the world situation we must continue to emphasize support for our veterans, our military men and women, and especially our Military Chaplains. We also need to foster programs that stress the educational aspects of the Fourth Degree. We can do this with new programs and we can do it by example. The curriculum is broad – just about anything to do with God, Country, or the Order will qualify. I would also like to see more involvement with schools and scouting. Put your thinking caps on and let’s see what you can come up with.
Remember that the District Staff is only a phone call or an email away. Some have been up and down that bumpy road a few times and all are willing to help. If the Assemblies are successful, the District will be successful. During the summer holidays, please keep in prayer all families and friends that are going through some difficult times. Prayer is the key to making us all get closer to our Brother Jesus.
Let’s make sure we keep working to support our Order by each Sir Knight recruiting one First Degree Knight both in the Maryland District as well as in the Washington DC Council area. If we do this we will be continuing to be “Building our Communities through Service, Charity, Unity and Fraternity.” Also know we are One Nation Under God, but it does come at a price. God Bless America and God Bless you and your families!
Faithful Navigator’s Message
S/K John Landicho, PGK, FN
July was a busy month for our Assembly. The Investiture of Officers was held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Beltsville, Maryland, following the 12 Noon Mass on Sunday, July 19, 2009. The Mass was con-celebrated by Faithful Friar S/K Rev. Msgr. Mike Wilson, and Associate Faithful Friars S/K Rev. Msgr. Joaquin Bazan and Fr. Quill. Deacon S/K Rev. Mr. Perfecto Santiago, Faithful Associate Friar, assisted them. We say thank you!
A Reception was held subsequently at PG Council 2809. At this Reception I announced the initiation of a new tradition—the Honoree of the Year. I named S/K Bill McMahon, PGK, FDD, PFN for his dedicated and outstanding service to our Assembly and Order who was supported by his wife, Lady Jean. I took the opportunity to thank S/K Don Kutzera, Sr. PGK and immediate Past Faithful Navigator for a successful past fraternal year and to thank all the Officers who served with him. The new Officers and their Ladies were recognized. The officers are listed on the left side on the front page of our Dispatch (hardcopy); on the right side of the blog. And, I want to thank these Sir Knights for “stepping-forward” as Officers and their wonderful Ladies who support them! And, I recognized a special group—the children—and thanked them for being present.
At our Regular Meetings held on Monday July 6th and August 3, 2009 and Executive Meeting, held on Monday, July 20th, the following matters were discussed other than the Investiture:
AMJC Audit Report (the Audit Report was completed on July 20) and sent to appropriate officials of our Order.
The AMJC Summer picnic was scheduled for Saturday, October 3, 2009 at PG Council 2809 (small pavilion area) starting at 11:30 A.M. Our Faithful Captain, S/K Marc Alvarez, PGK is managing this annual event.
At this Summer picnic (to be held on Saturday, October 3, 2009) a patriotic wreath for a front door, entitled "I Love America", will be raffled. This wreath was donated by Lady Cora Landicho. A small poster and raffle tickets were made by our Faithful Trustee, S/K Rick Askins, PGK, PFN, FDD. At our Reception, our Worthy Master, S/K Charles Smallwood bought some raffle tickets—thanks!
Here are the details on the beautiful wreath:
“I LOVE AMERICA” Wreath
Archbishop Michael J Curley Assembly
Fall Picnic Raffle
Drawing held October 3rd, 2009
Located at PG Council 2809 grounds
$2 each or 3 tickets for $5
Winner need not be in Attendance
Archbishop Michael J Curley Assembly
Fall Picnic Raffle
Drawing held October 3rd, 2009
Located at PG Council 2809 grounds
$2 each or 3 tickets for $5
Winner need not be in Attendance
The Annual Recognition Brunch hosted by the Master of the Fourth Degree, S/K Charles Smallwood, took place on Saturday, August 22, 2009. It started with a Mass in Upper Marlboro at St. Mary of the Assumption Church, followed by the Recognition Brunch Reception at St. Mary of the Assumption School. The Master awarded a Plaque to our Assembly as the Color Corps Unit of the Year (2008-2009).
Steps are being taken to have “hardcopies” mailed to Sir Knights (who do NOT have computer capability) once every three months. S/K Tom Young and Lady Denise are leading the efforts to publish and mail the hardcopies. We noted that for Sir Knights who have computer capability that they have access to information about our Assembly and Order from our Blog that is managed by S/K Arnie Rausch, PGK, PFN. We must, however, support the efforts of S/K Arnie. He has sent an email to all appropriate Officers so please, let's meet the DUE DATE. All Sir Knights should have current information about our Assembly and Order.
Our Assembly will have an Ad for the Program Booklet for the Columbus Day Ball. In addition to listing the Officers, Patrons are also listed. They are Sir Knights of our Assemblies and their Ladies. In addition, our Assembly obtained an Ad for the Program Book for the National Columbus Celebration Association.
Assembly Officers will be attending the District Meeting scheduled for September 19, 2009, at St. Mary Assumption School.
Please put the following very important dates on your calendar: (1) Monday, January 4, 2010—Renewal of Obligations to be held at PG Council;
(2) Saturday, March 20, 2010, District Meeting
and Priest Exemplification; and (3) Saturday,
April 18, 2010, Exemplification of the Fourth
Degree at UMUC, College Park, Md.
S/K Marc Alvarez was named Sir Knight for the month of July and S/K Tom Lank was named Sir Knight for the month of August.
I hope you and your families had a pleasant and safe summer vacation.
Vivat Jesus,
S/K John Landicho, PGK, Faithful Navigator
Editor's NOTE: A strong recommendation from a credible, computer-savvy Brother Sir Knight after the August meeting ended was given to the Dispatch Editor to restrict access to just the membership; when the permissions are changed, that is, to have access restricted -- providing your email address is good, you should have received an automatically-generated invitation. Everyone who has been invited (if you are a contributor, you would have received an invitation when the website was established) has to either create an account using their current email address as UserID, or make up one for Google as well as providing a password. The Editor then loaded up the website with 45 or 46 more addresses in addition to the already existing contributors.
Faithful Captain's Report
S/K Marc Alvarez, PGK
I am looking for Guest Chefs for the 09-10 fraternal year, so, if you can bring food for one of the meetings let me know. Our next two meetings will be Aug. 3 and Sept. 7 (Wed.).
The Curley Assembly Picnic will be held on Saturday October 03, 2009 at PG Council 2809 at the small pavilion starting at 1:00 PM. The Assembly will provide a grill, hot dogs, hamburgers, condiments, bread, sodas and water. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. Please let our captain, Marc Alvarez or his wife Susan know that you are coming, how many in your party and what food item you are bringing.
Vivat Jesus.
S/K Marc Alvarez,PGK, Faithful Captain
Sick and Deceased
Sick;
Sandra Manak
Richard Patishnock
Deacon Leon Bechet
Michelle Bloomer
Tom Bloomer
Deceased;
Fr. Zylla
Fr. Kitko
Bill Kilinski
Faithful Pilot's Report
S/K Gary Patishnock
The Curley Assembly Picnic will be held on Saturday October 03, 2009 at PG Council 2809 at the small pavilion starting at 1:00 PM. The Assembly will provide a grill, hot dogs, hamburgers, condiments, bread, sodas and water. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. Please let our captain, Marc Alvarez or his wife Susan know that you are coming, how many in your party and what food item you are bringing.
Vivat Jesus.
S/K Marc Alvarez,PGK, Faithful Captain
Sick and Deceased
Sick;
Sandra Manak
Richard Patishnock
Deacon Leon Bechet
Michelle Bloomer
Tom Bloomer
Deceased;
Fr. Zylla
Fr. Kitko
Bill Kilinski
Faithful Pilot's Report
S/K Gary Patishnock
Be prepared to learn about patriotism, flag protocol, some Maryland Catholic history and more during Good of the Order this year. Your Faithful Pilot is also acquiring miniature US, Vatican City, Maryland and Knights of Columbus flags for use at the FP station.
Faithful Admiral's Report
This year, our Faithful Navigator John Landicho has appointed a membership committee, which is led by our Faithful Admiral Don Kutzera. Serving on the committee are Past Faithful Navigators Tom Lank and Rick Askins. The membership committee has already begun working towards preparing for this year’s exemplification. We have been putting together membership tri-folds and handing them out to the council representatives. However, in order to be successful in recruiting new members this year, we will need assistance of Sir Knights from our Assembly to ask 3rd Degree members to join us from their councils. It has been said that you have a renewed sense of Patriotism when you join the 4th Degree. It was true for me and my fellow committee members and we would whole heartedly like to share the experience with other brother Knights.
Rick Askins, PFN
Membership Committee
Faithful Admiral's Report
This year, our Faithful Navigator John Landicho has appointed a membership committee, which is led by our Faithful Admiral Don Kutzera. Serving on the committee are Past Faithful Navigators Tom Lank and Rick Askins. The membership committee has already begun working towards preparing for this year’s exemplification. We have been putting together membership tri-folds and handing them out to the council representatives. However, in order to be successful in recruiting new members this year, we will need assistance of Sir Knights from our Assembly to ask 3rd Degree members to join us from their councils. It has been said that you have a renewed sense of Patriotism when you join the 4th Degree. It was true for me and my fellow committee members and we would whole heartedly like to share the experience with other brother Knights.
Rick Askins, PFN
Membership Committee
Color Corps Commander's News & Notes
The month of July, the Color Corps schedule was very busy with 3 Council Installations at Patuxent, PG & Bishop Lyons plus our own Curley Assembly Officer Investiture! Also, there was a first ever invitation to a Bishop's ordination at the Shrine!!
Thanks to all and a job very well done for all the participating Curley Assembly Color Corps!
A very special THANKS to Mother General** and our new Mother Superior for always being there for us!
August Color Corps District Event.... Aug 3 & 4...Fr. Zylla Wake and funeral...Black Jacket!
We have been requested to attend the Officer Installation of the Deacon John Lynn Council # 11619
at Saint Nicholas Church 8603 Contee Rd in Laurel, Md.
Date: Sunday August 16th...
Report time: 3:30pm for the 4 pm Mass at the church with Officer installation to follow...
White Jacket & sword for Officer Installation only
22 August 2009 – Master's Annual Recognition Brunch
TIME: 8:00 AM Parish Mass
PLACE: St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church
Upper Marlboro, MD
followed by the Recognition Brunch Reception at St. Mary of the Assumption School.
Dress: K of C CASUAL
I would like to welcome our new Color Corp members -- Training & drill practice is available to all new members starting at 7pm prior to our monthly regular Assembly meeting at PG Council starting in September (providing members are available).
September 2009 Color Corp District events...
Sept. 6 Outdoor Mass at PG Council # 2809
8:30 AM Report
White Jacket, NO SWORD
Sept 7th...Greenbelt Parade on Crescent rd in Greenbelt. MD
Report time 9am @ St Hugh church for a 10am parade start
White jacket with sword
We have an "all hands" announcement from our own Provincial & District Marshall John Winfrey...
September 11 & 12 @ Shrine for Masses & Exposition for the Council of Major Superiors of Women Religious (CMSWR)
Black Jacket (no swords)
9/11/09 Opening Mass with 4:00 pm report for Mass. 8:00 PM – Addressing the Congress – SK Carl A. Anderson, Supreme Knight
Shrine location 400 Michigan Ave NE, Washington DC
9/12/09 4-man Honor guard for the Exposition of Blessed Sacrament and the Relic of the Tilma on Saturday with a 9 am report for rotating duty until 4:15 pm...
Closing Mass with a 4 pm report for 5pm Mass
Sept 26th Burtonsville parade
Report 9:15 AM
Staging area location & Start time is TBD
Black Jacket & sword
9/26 St. Hugh Council Officer Installation
4:30pm report for 5pm Mass @ St. Hugh church on Crescent Rd in Greenbelt, MD.
Officer Installation will follow shortly after Mass... AMJC Color Corp member Chris Emelife will be installed as GK!!
Dinner & short program will be held in Grenoble Hall in the lower level of the church!
Black Jacket with sword for Officer Installation only...
After labor day, the Color Corps switches to the Black jacket for all turnouts!
I must ask all of you to regularly check your regalia to ensure it is always in tiptop shape!
If anyone needs a 4th degree pin, I do have a few remaining for the asking!
Need new formal wear, a jacket, a shirt at a reasonable price? Here is the web site I had provided in a previous E mail for your consideration....http://www.uniformalwearhouse.com/
2 October 2009 – Children of the Eucharist Worldwide Holy Hour - Grade 2-8 (Tentative)
TIME: 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM, Report at 9:15 AM
PLACE: Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
400 Michigan Ave NE, Washington DC
This event is sponsored by the World Apostolate of Fatima (formerly the Blue Army) and covers Catholic Schools in Washington and Arlington Dioceses. EWTN will televise it.
Vivat Jesus!
S/K Dave Knitowski PGK, PFN
AMJC CC Cmdr.
Curley Assembly # 383 Blogspot Curator's Note
Not all of the Curley Assembly membership have computer access to the DISPATCH Newsletter. However, to the greatest extent possible, the Assembly desires to communicate its activities to the ENTIRE membership. To that end, the Curley Assembly Executive Board members (all installed at the beginning of the new Fraternal Year) and the Assembly Blogspot Curator, along with Faithful Comptroller S/K Tom Young and Lady Denise will work together to compile and execute a quarterly web-based DISPATCH Newsletter. Lady Denise has been invited to be a contributor to the blog and assist with advanced formatting. S/K Tom Young and Lady Denise will then extract a summary of the articles from it and distribute a hardcopy via U.S. Mail to those members without a home computer.
VAVS (Veteran's Home Support) Report
HOW TO BECOME A VA VOLUNTEER
1. Call the Voluntary Service Office at 202-745-8320 to schedule an interview appointment (Monday or Tuesday) and ORIENTATION on Thursday.
2. Complete:
---a. Application for Voluntary Service (VA Form 10-7055)
---b. Medical History Form
---c. ID Badge, Vehicle registration and Fingerprint information
---d. Request for ONE-VA identification Card (VA Form 0711)
3. Bring completed volunteer application packet and 2 forms of ID to Voluntary Services office (GC 103) on interview day.
4. The day of your appointment you will meet with a voluntary service specialist for approximately 15 minutes and go to Occupational Health (1C118) for TB Screening (PPD Test or Chest Xray).
The results must be read within 48-72 hours.
5. Return completed “Volunteer Clearance” form to VS Office on orientation day.
6. In completion of orientation in voluntary service & orientation with your worksite supervisor, you must return to Voluntary Service and get necessary documents then go to Security. Orientation should take 2-3 hours.
7. Report to Police & Security, ID Section (Rm 1A102) to get a Volunteer ID Badge, Fingerprint & Parking Decal.
8. Return “Volunteer Clearance Form” to Voluntary Service Office (GC-103)
Thank You for answering the call by volunteering your time and talents!
S/K Tom Lank PGK, FDD, PFN
Patriotic Education Report
S/K Dick Bissell has responsibility for Patriotic Education. S/K Dick and FN John are working jointly to do the Oratory Contest (subject: Patriotism) at St. Joseph's Catholic School. The FN has already spoken to Mr. Andrew Currier, Principal, and the 8th grade teacher. S/K Dick and FN John will be meeting with the Principal very soon.
Fraternally, S/K John Landicho, FN
Faithful Purser/Pro-Life/Church Activities Report
S/K Paul Simon, Faithful Purser
I will discuss several of the sites of importance to us on the web.
The Maryland Catholic Conference (http://www.mdcathcon.org/), headquartered in Annapolis MD., covers the Archdioceses of Washington, Baltimore, and Wilmington. Its goals are to advocate for: right to life and human dignity, preserving the family unit, and to support the poor and vulnerable. Its focus is to push the Church positions before the Maryland General Assembly, the U.S. Congress, and the public wherever possible, and to engage Maryland Catholics in doing the same.
They have a site on Facebook and are on Twitter, for the younger generation.
MCC sponsors Lobby Night, an opportunity for us to meet our elected officials to present our ideals on the bills being passed. I attended last winter's session and it was a long and emotional evening. I would urge everyone to participate at least every few years, if not annually.
The second site I like is CatholicVote.org, run by a group of lay Catholics who support the Church teachings. They rally support on Congressional Bills through the internet, telephoning, or through the mail.
They also have Facebook and Twitter accounts.
I will do my best during the new year, to keep my fellow brothers and families up-to-date on issues of importance to our Faith, and how to take an informed response to them.
The month of July, the Color Corps schedule was very busy with 3 Council Installations at Patuxent, PG & Bishop Lyons plus our own Curley Assembly Officer Investiture! Also, there was a first ever invitation to a Bishop's ordination at the Shrine!!
Thanks to all and a job very well done for all the participating Curley Assembly Color Corps!
A very special THANKS to Mother General** and our new Mother Superior for always being there for us!
August Color Corps District Event.... Aug 3 & 4...Fr. Zylla Wake and funeral...Black Jacket!
We have been requested to attend the Officer Installation of the Deacon John Lynn Council # 11619
at Saint Nicholas Church 8603 Contee Rd in Laurel, Md.
Date: Sunday August 16th...
Report time: 3:30pm for the 4 pm Mass at the church with Officer installation to follow...
White Jacket & sword for Officer Installation only
22 August 2009 – Master's Annual Recognition Brunch
TIME: 8:00 AM Parish Mass
PLACE: St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church
Upper Marlboro, MD
followed by the Recognition Brunch Reception at St. Mary of the Assumption School.
Dress: K of C CASUAL
I would like to welcome our new Color Corp members -- Training & drill practice is available to all new members starting at 7pm prior to our monthly regular Assembly meeting at PG Council starting in September (providing members are available).
September 2009 Color Corp District events...
Sept. 6 Outdoor Mass at PG Council # 2809
8:30 AM Report
White Jacket, NO SWORD
Sept 7th...Greenbelt Parade on Crescent rd in Greenbelt. MD
Report time 9am @ St Hugh church for a 10am parade start
White jacket with sword
We have an "all hands" announcement from our own Provincial & District Marshall John Winfrey...
September 11 & 12 @ Shrine for Masses & Exposition for the Council of Major Superiors of Women Religious (CMSWR)
Black Jacket (no swords)
9/11/09 Opening Mass with 4:00 pm report for Mass. 8:00 PM – Addressing the Congress – SK Carl A. Anderson, Supreme Knight
Shrine location 400 Michigan Ave NE, Washington DC
9/12/09 4-man Honor guard for the Exposition of Blessed Sacrament and the Relic of the Tilma on Saturday with a 9 am report for rotating duty until 4:15 pm...
Closing Mass with a 4 pm report for 5pm Mass
Sept 26th Burtonsville parade
Report 9:15 AM
Staging area location & Start time is TBD
Black Jacket & sword
9/26 St. Hugh Council Officer Installation
4:30pm report for 5pm Mass @ St. Hugh church on Crescent Rd in Greenbelt, MD.
Officer Installation will follow shortly after Mass... AMJC Color Corp member Chris Emelife will be installed as GK!!
Dinner & short program will be held in Grenoble Hall in the lower level of the church!
Black Jacket with sword for Officer Installation only...
After labor day, the Color Corps switches to the Black jacket for all turnouts!
I must ask all of you to regularly check your regalia to ensure it is always in tiptop shape!
If anyone needs a 4th degree pin, I do have a few remaining for the asking!
Need new formal wear, a jacket, a shirt at a reasonable price? Here is the web site I had provided in a previous E mail for your consideration....http://www.uniformalwearhouse.com/
2 October 2009 – Children of the Eucharist Worldwide Holy Hour - Grade 2-8 (Tentative)
TIME: 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM, Report at 9:15 AM
PLACE: Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
400 Michigan Ave NE, Washington DC
This event is sponsored by the World Apostolate of Fatima (formerly the Blue Army) and covers Catholic Schools in Washington and Arlington Dioceses. EWTN will televise it.
Vivat Jesus!
S/K Dave Knitowski PGK, PFN
AMJC CC Cmdr.
Curley Assembly # 383 Blogspot Curator's Note
Not all of the Curley Assembly membership have computer access to the DISPATCH Newsletter. However, to the greatest extent possible, the Assembly desires to communicate its activities to the ENTIRE membership. To that end, the Curley Assembly Executive Board members (all installed at the beginning of the new Fraternal Year) and the Assembly Blogspot Curator, along with Faithful Comptroller S/K Tom Young and Lady Denise will work together to compile and execute a quarterly web-based DISPATCH Newsletter. Lady Denise has been invited to be a contributor to the blog and assist with advanced formatting. S/K Tom Young and Lady Denise will then extract a summary of the articles from it and distribute a hardcopy via U.S. Mail to those members without a home computer.
VAVS (Veteran's Home Support) Report
HOW TO BECOME A VA VOLUNTEER
1. Call the Voluntary Service Office at 202-745-8320 to schedule an interview appointment (Monday or Tuesday) and ORIENTATION on Thursday.
2. Complete:
---a. Application for Voluntary Service (VA Form 10-7055)
---b. Medical History Form
---c. ID Badge, Vehicle registration and Fingerprint information
---d. Request for ONE-VA identification Card (VA Form 0711)
3. Bring completed volunteer application packet and 2 forms of ID to Voluntary Services office (GC 103) on interview day.
4. The day of your appointment you will meet with a voluntary service specialist for approximately 15 minutes and go to Occupational Health (1C118) for TB Screening (PPD Test or Chest Xray).
The results must be read within 48-72 hours.
5. Return completed “Volunteer Clearance” form to VS Office on orientation day.
6. In completion of orientation in voluntary service & orientation with your worksite supervisor, you must return to Voluntary Service and get necessary documents then go to Security. Orientation should take 2-3 hours.
7. Report to Police & Security, ID Section (Rm 1A102) to get a Volunteer ID Badge, Fingerprint & Parking Decal.
8. Return “Volunteer Clearance Form” to Voluntary Service Office (GC-103)
Thank You for answering the call by volunteering your time and talents!
S/K Tom Lank PGK, FDD, PFN
Patriotic Education Report
S/K Dick Bissell has responsibility for Patriotic Education. S/K Dick and FN John are working jointly to do the Oratory Contest (subject: Patriotism) at St. Joseph's Catholic School. The FN has already spoken to Mr. Andrew Currier, Principal, and the 8th grade teacher. S/K Dick and FN John will be meeting with the Principal very soon.
Fraternally, S/K John Landicho, FN
Faithful Purser/Pro-Life/Church Activities Report
S/K Paul Simon, Faithful Purser
I will discuss several of the sites of importance to us on the web.
The Maryland Catholic Conference (http://www.mdcathcon.org/), headquartered in Annapolis MD., covers the Archdioceses of Washington, Baltimore, and Wilmington. Its goals are to advocate for: right to life and human dignity, preserving the family unit, and to support the poor and vulnerable. Its focus is to push the Church positions before the Maryland General Assembly, the U.S. Congress, and the public wherever possible, and to engage Maryland Catholics in doing the same.
They have a site on Facebook and are on Twitter, for the younger generation.
MCC sponsors Lobby Night, an opportunity for us to meet our elected officials to present our ideals on the bills being passed. I attended last winter's session and it was a long and emotional evening. I would urge everyone to participate at least every few years, if not annually.
The second site I like is CatholicVote.org, run by a group of lay Catholics who support the Church teachings. They rally support on Congressional Bills through the internet, telephoning, or through the mail.
They also have Facebook and Twitter accounts.
I will do my best during the new year, to keep my fellow brothers and families up-to-date on issues of importance to our Faith, and how to take an informed response to them.
S/K Paul Simon,
Faithful Purser
Faithful Comptroller's Note
S/K Tom Young
Faithful Comptroller's Note
S/K Tom Young
Our end of the year reports for 2008 - 2009 were compiled and submitted on time. We currently have 192 members. Of those 128 are current. 35 are honorary life. And we have 1 disabled member. 28 members are in arrears. That's my report.
S/K Tom Young,
Faithful Comptroller #383
Faithful Trustees Report
As charged by the Master during the Installation of Assembly Officers, the Faithful Trustees (3 year, 2 year, and 1 year) are commissioned to monitor the financial affairs of the Assembly and ensure their application is in line with the desires of the Assembly. The Trustees are required to conduct an annual audit of the Assembly financial reports and report findings to the members as well as the Master of the District. Faithful performance of the Trustees' duties will contribute to the sound and healthy financial condition of the Assembly.
Arnie Rausch, PGK, PFN
Trustee 2 year
Faithful Scribe's Report
S/K Mark Manak
Faithful Scribe duties consist of taking Minutes at each official meeting of the Council, ensure accuracy of information recorded, and assist in disemination of information.
Faithful Scribe duties consist of taking Minutes at each official meeting of the Council, ensure accuracy of information recorded, and assist in disemination of information.
Mark Manak, Faithful Scribe
Inner & Outer Sentinel Message
S/K Bill Brilvitch
Inner & Outer Sentinel Message
S/K Bill Brilvitch
The Sentinels are responsible for the safekeeping of the organization's deeds, records, and secrets. We maintain vigilance to ensure those who participate in the Knights of Columbus Fourth Degree are true to the order and its ideas. We, as all fellow Sir Knights, encourage Patriotism in all the endeavours of our Chapter.
Bill Brilvitch
Outer Sentinel
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Monday, May 25, 2009
May-June 2009 Dispatch Articles
Master's Log for May 2009
A few weeks have passed since the conclusion of the Exemplification of the Fourth Degree. Lady Nancy and I have to publicly here say "thank you" again to all 12 assemblies for their great support in helping us bring to the Order new Sir Knights and their ladies. I am so proud to report that the final count is in and we exemplified on March 7, 2009 six (6) candidates. Of that number, four (4) were priests to include the honoree, Bishop Barry Knestout, one (1) Deacon and a lay person. We are so thankful to the members of the Council 9302 St. Mary’s of the Assumption Council and Assembly # 3047, Fr. John T. Dewan Assembly for their outstanding support in providing the meal for lunch for all those exemplified and those that assisted in making the day go so smoothly. A second Exemplification honoring Archbishop Martin D. Holley was scheduled on March 22, 2009 at the University of Maryland College Center where I am so pleased to report that we had a total of 149 candidates that were exemplified. Of that number, three (3) were priests and the remainder comprising of qualified third degree Knights to include Deacons and Seminarians. As of this date we can report that we have a total of 155 new Sir Knights exemplified in the Fourth Degree of our Order. We are expecting to have more Knights to be exemplified in the Maryland District on April 26, 2009. Thank you all again for all you do.
We were involved during April to bring in spring – A new Beginning. This included a time for prayer and reflection, a time for renewal and a second chance. This brought us to Palm Sunday, Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Holy Saturday, and Easter. To top it off, winter ended and spring officially began. In the Pope’s Easter message, he stated “The proclamation of the Lord’s Resurrection lightens up the dark regions of the world in which we live. I am referring particularly to materialism and nihilism, to a vision of the world that is unable to move beyond what is scientifically verifiable, and retreats cheerlessly into a sense of emptiness which is thought to be the definitive destiny of human life. It is a fact that if Christ had not risen; the “emptiness” would be set to prevail. If we take away Christ and his resurrection, there is no escape for man, and every one of his hopes remains an illusion.” During the month of May I am asking that you continue to pray and realize the gift that Christ made for us so there isn’t emptiness in our lives. I am also asking each of you to look at all of your programs and ensure that they are working to grow the Assembly and the Order.
Please take a look at your inner self to see where I am in my life and how can I make a difference in my family, my Church, my community and in the Council and Assembly. With April we began the fourth quarter of the Columbian Year. I am asking you to include in your time a plan to continue to implement programs. Institute a plan that will answer the question “How can I, a Sir Knight of the Fourth Degree, do more for God, Country, and The Order? How can I bring new Knights into our Councils?"
Please remember in your prayers Past State Deputy J. Kemp Cook, who returned home to the Lord. SK Cook, a very musically inclined Knight, was dedicated to God, Country, Family, and the Order. He was the Director of the AWD District Choir for many years and was Choir Director Emeritus prior to his home going. To this end and in his honor, I am pleased to announce that beginning May 1, 2009 the Fourth Degree District Choir will thereafter be known as the SK Joseph Kemp Cook District Choir. I am sure he is in heaven looking down on us praying and singing for us with his heavenly prayer. May he and all our fallen Sir Knights rest in peace!
I shall close by saying thank you for all you are doing to promote the Fourth Degree of the Knights of Columbus. Remember to pray that the Pope’s message of Hope continues to grow and bear fruit in this troubled world. Remember also, that May is Mary’s month. Please pray the Rosary as often as you can with your family, friends and your brother Knights. In all of your prayer, please always remember Pope Benedict XVI.
Let’s make sure we keep “Building our Communities through Service, Charity, Unity and Fraternity.” Also know we are One Nation Under God, but it does come at a price. God Bless America and God Bless you and your families!
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Special Message from the Worthy Master
Worthy Sir Knights:
We are all aware that our District Marshal has had a tremendous loss in
his family. As such I am going to */cancel /*he Master’s Cup to relieve
him of some of the pressures he is going through. He wanted to try to do
the event; however, I felt it would be just too great a task to do
something that he truly loves and does with passion.
I do plan to ask him to plan to reschedule it so we can continue this
tradition we started last year. I know this may be something that some
of the Color Corps would like to do right now, but giving this
additional time, I think this will allow you all more time to polish
your Corps. I will expect, when we reschedule, to see every Corps
involved and entered.
Thank you so much brothers. Remember to keep Brother John and his family
in your prayers.
Vivat Jesus!
Charles H. Smallwood, PGK, PFN
Master
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Faithful Captain's Reports
Memorial Mass For Br. Richard Winfrey
Very recently, we were sadden by the news that Br. Richard Winfrey, father of S/K John Winfrey, PGK, PFN, FDD, District Marshal and father-in-law of Lady Gloria was called home by our God and left our world. We also know that the Winfrey family traveled back to Arkansas for the Mass and subsequent burial.
To this end, our Assembly—Archbishop Michael J. Curley Assembly—will be having a Memorial Mass on Monday, June 15, 2009, starting at 7:30 P.M. at our Meeting Room at PG Council 2809. All Sir Knights, Ladies and children are invited to attend. Sir Knights and their Ladies of our Assembly express their deepest sympathy to the members of the Winfrey family. May God bless them. The “Collection” will be donated to the Winfrey family.
You are asked to bring a Dessert so that “Light Refreshments” can be served after this Memorial Mass.
The Archbishop Michael J. Curley Assembly’s Honor Guard will participate in this Memorial Mass. Report time for the Sir Knights of the Honor Guard is 7:00 P.M. Dress Code: White Jackets with swords.
Vivat Jesus!
Fraternally,
S/K John Landicho
PGK, Faithful Captain
Faithful Navigator's Appreciation Pot Luck
Faithful Admiral's Report
We would like to welcome the following new Sir Knights who were exemplified at the 2009 Fourth Degree Exemplification:
Mark Marak
James “Greg” Jolissaint
William "Bill" Brilvitch
Joseph Roper
Kevin Igoe
Richard Warner
Robert Baumgardner
Donatus "Don" Egbufoama
Charles Eze
Sebastian Epah
Martin Batip
Jose Ramos
Welcome to Curley Assembly! We invite you to get involved in the activities of the Assembly as soon as possible, be it in Color Corps, or some other capacity.
Vivat Jesus!
Rick Askins, PGK, PFN, FDD
####################
Faithful Trustee's Report
Hi all,
Our officers for the FY2010 fraternal year are:
Faithful Navigator S/K John Landicho
Faithful Captain S/K Marcos Alvarez
Faithful Pilot S/K Gary Patishnock
Faithful Admiral S/K Donald P. Kutzera, PFN
Faithful Comptroller S/K Thomas Young
Faithful Purser S/K Paul Simon
Faithful Outer Sentinel S/K Bill Brilvitch
Faithful Inner Sentinel S/K Chris Emilife
Faithful Scribe S/K Mark Manak
Faithful Trustee 3 Year S/K J. Richard Askins, PFN
Faithful Trustee 2 Year S/K Arnie Rausch, PFN
Faithful Trustee 1 Year S/K Bill McMahon, PFN
For the Biennial Meeting:
Delegate S/K Rick Askins, PFN
Delegate S/K Donald P. Kutzera, PFN
1st Alternate S/K Jim Brown, DD, PFN
2nd Alternate S/K Bill Turpin
3rd Alternate S/K Tom Lank, PFN
Thanks,
Bill McMahon, FDD, PGK, PFN
Please remember to pray your Rosary, and may God bless
#####################
Provincial Marshal's Message
Dress for ADW and Provincial Events
Worthy Marshals, and dear Brothers,
Just as a follow up, please remind your members we will be strictly adhering to the uniform standards published in the new drill manual, and memo from the SM. This means 2 lapel pins will be worn. One flag pin, and one 4th Degree pin (113); also the mini jewels should be centered over the jacket pocket. Lastly, no Past Chapter President jewel may be worn.
We have plenty of time to make sure the word is out, and our members can get the appropriate pins. If you have any question, please feel free to give me a call.
Thanks!
SK John Winfrey (FDD,PGK,PFN)
Provincial Marshal
Calvert Province
District Marshal
Archdiocese of Washington District
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Faithful Color Corps Commander's Report
Sir Knights, please make every effort to participate in as many events as your family's calendar permits. Also, kindly RSVP during the week prior to the event if possible, of your plan to
attend .
The Master has Postponed (indefinitely) the "Master's Cup" competition originally scheduled for Memorial weekend Saturday because of the death of Marshall Winfrey's Dad!
THEREFORE THE DRILL OF MAY19TH IS "CANCELLED". IT WILL BE RE-SCHEDULED.
June Calendar of Events to be supported by Assembly Color Corps:
JUNE 5TH (FRIDAY)
REPORT 8:00 AM – - Shrine of the Immaculate Conception of Mary
For DeMatha HS Graduation
White Jackets – NO SWORD.
RECOMMEND CHANGING IN YOUR CAR
JUNE 6TH (SATURDAY)
REPORT 9:15 AM -- For City of Savage Parade
STAGING AREA: PARKING LOT OF BOLLMAN BRIDGE ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL (8200 SAVAGE GUILFORD RD.)
FLAGS, WHITE JACKET, SWORD
JUNE 14TH (SUNDAY)
REPORT 11:00 AM – Annunciation Church, 3810 Mass. Ave. NW Wash.
For MASS & CORPUS CHRISTI PROCESSION FOLLOWS at 12:45 PM TO St. Thomas
Apostle Church, 2665 Woodley Rd. NW, APPROXIMATELY ONE MILE.
BLACK JACKET, SWORD IN PROCESSION
JUNE 15TH (MONDAY) -
REPORT 7:00 PM PRINCE GEORGE’S #2809 Council Chambers
For MEMORIAL MASS FOR BR. RICHARD WINFREY
WHITE JACKET, SWORD
Families are encouraged to attend. The collection will be donated to the Winfrey Family.
YOU ARE ASKED TO BRING A DESSERT FOR THE SOCIAL TO FOLLOW.
JUNE 27TH (SATURDAY)
REPORT 12:00 PM SHRINE OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION OF MARY
For NATIONAL FILIPINO PILGRIMAGE
Devotions at 10:00 AM.
12:15 PM for procession, Rosary and Devotion to Our Lady of Antipolo.
2:00 PM Mass
WHITE JACKET, NO SWORD
July Calendar of Events needing Assembly Color Corps Support:
JULY 4TH (SATURDAY)
REPORT 10:15 AM LAUREL FOURTH OF JULY PARADE
Staging area – Montgomery and 6th Sts, Laurel.
FLAGS, WHITE JACKET, SWORD
JULY 5TH (SUNDAY)
REPORT 8:30 AM PG Council # 2809 Mary’s Grotto (indoors if rain)
For July 4th Weekend Mass followed by Breakfast (nominal charge)
WHITE JACKET, SWORD
JULY 12TH (SUNDAY)
REPORT 11:30 AM ST. JOSEPH CHURCH, BELTSVILLE
For PG Council #2809 Mass and Installation of Officers.
Telephone or email your family’s attendance to the reception at PG # 2809
To Commander or “Mother General”
WHITE JACKET, (SWORD for installation only)
JULY 18TH (SATURDAY )
REPORT 4:30 PM -- ST. MARY OF THE MILLS CHURCH
For MASS AND INSTALLATION OF Council 2203 OFFICERS.
WHITE JACKET, SWORD (use in installation only)
JULY 19TH ( SUNDAY )
REPORT 11:30 AM ST. JOSEPH CHURCH, BELTSVILLE
For Noon Mass / Installation of Archbishop Curley Assembly Officers
Telephone or email your family’s attendance to the reception at PG # 2809
To Commander or “Mother General”
WHITE JACKET, SWORD (use in installation only)
Fraternally yours,
SK Tom Lank
Commander
####################
List of Sick and Deceased:
Deceased:
SK J. Kemp Cook, PGK, PSD
Richard Winfrey, St. Hugh Council # 10885, Father of SK John Winfrey
A few weeks have passed since the conclusion of the Exemplification of the Fourth Degree. Lady Nancy and I have to publicly here say "thank you" again to all 12 assemblies for their great support in helping us bring to the Order new Sir Knights and their ladies. I am so proud to report that the final count is in and we exemplified on March 7, 2009 six (6) candidates. Of that number, four (4) were priests to include the honoree, Bishop Barry Knestout, one (1) Deacon and a lay person. We are so thankful to the members of the Council 9302 St. Mary’s of the Assumption Council and Assembly # 3047, Fr. John T. Dewan Assembly for their outstanding support in providing the meal for lunch for all those exemplified and those that assisted in making the day go so smoothly. A second Exemplification honoring Archbishop Martin D. Holley was scheduled on March 22, 2009 at the University of Maryland College Center where I am so pleased to report that we had a total of 149 candidates that were exemplified. Of that number, three (3) were priests and the remainder comprising of qualified third degree Knights to include Deacons and Seminarians. As of this date we can report that we have a total of 155 new Sir Knights exemplified in the Fourth Degree of our Order. We are expecting to have more Knights to be exemplified in the Maryland District on April 26, 2009. Thank you all again for all you do.
We were involved during April to bring in spring – A new Beginning. This included a time for prayer and reflection, a time for renewal and a second chance. This brought us to Palm Sunday, Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Holy Saturday, and Easter. To top it off, winter ended and spring officially began. In the Pope’s Easter message, he stated “The proclamation of the Lord’s Resurrection lightens up the dark regions of the world in which we live. I am referring particularly to materialism and nihilism, to a vision of the world that is unable to move beyond what is scientifically verifiable, and retreats cheerlessly into a sense of emptiness which is thought to be the definitive destiny of human life. It is a fact that if Christ had not risen; the “emptiness” would be set to prevail. If we take away Christ and his resurrection, there is no escape for man, and every one of his hopes remains an illusion.” During the month of May I am asking that you continue to pray and realize the gift that Christ made for us so there isn’t emptiness in our lives. I am also asking each of you to look at all of your programs and ensure that they are working to grow the Assembly and the Order.
Please take a look at your inner self to see where I am in my life and how can I make a difference in my family, my Church, my community and in the Council and Assembly. With April we began the fourth quarter of the Columbian Year. I am asking you to include in your time a plan to continue to implement programs. Institute a plan that will answer the question “How can I, a Sir Knight of the Fourth Degree, do more for God, Country, and The Order? How can I bring new Knights into our Councils?"
Please remember in your prayers Past State Deputy J. Kemp Cook, who returned home to the Lord. SK Cook, a very musically inclined Knight, was dedicated to God, Country, Family, and the Order. He was the Director of the AWD District Choir for many years and was Choir Director Emeritus prior to his home going. To this end and in his honor, I am pleased to announce that beginning May 1, 2009 the Fourth Degree District Choir will thereafter be known as the SK Joseph Kemp Cook District Choir. I am sure he is in heaven looking down on us praying and singing for us with his heavenly prayer. May he and all our fallen Sir Knights rest in peace!
I shall close by saying thank you for all you are doing to promote the Fourth Degree of the Knights of Columbus. Remember to pray that the Pope’s message of Hope continues to grow and bear fruit in this troubled world. Remember also, that May is Mary’s month. Please pray the Rosary as often as you can with your family, friends and your brother Knights. In all of your prayer, please always remember Pope Benedict XVI.
Let’s make sure we keep “Building our Communities through Service, Charity, Unity and Fraternity.” Also know we are One Nation Under God, but it does come at a price. God Bless America and God Bless you and your families!
#####################
Special Message from the Worthy Master
Worthy Sir Knights:
We are all aware that our District Marshal has had a tremendous loss in
his family. As such I am going to */cancel /*he Master’s Cup to relieve
him of some of the pressures he is going through. He wanted to try to do
the event; however, I felt it would be just too great a task to do
something that he truly loves and does with passion.
I do plan to ask him to plan to reschedule it so we can continue this
tradition we started last year. I know this may be something that some
of the Color Corps would like to do right now, but giving this
additional time, I think this will allow you all more time to polish
your Corps. I will expect, when we reschedule, to see every Corps
involved and entered.
Thank you so much brothers. Remember to keep Brother John and his family
in your prayers.
Vivat Jesus!
Charles H. Smallwood, PGK, PFN
Master
######################
Faithful Captain's Reports
Memorial Mass For Br. Richard Winfrey
Very recently, we were sadden by the news that Br. Richard Winfrey, father of S/K John Winfrey, PGK, PFN, FDD, District Marshal and father-in-law of Lady Gloria was called home by our God and left our world. We also know that the Winfrey family traveled back to Arkansas for the Mass and subsequent burial.
To this end, our Assembly—Archbishop Michael J. Curley Assembly—will be having a Memorial Mass on Monday, June 15, 2009, starting at 7:30 P.M. at our Meeting Room at PG Council 2809. All Sir Knights, Ladies and children are invited to attend. Sir Knights and their Ladies of our Assembly express their deepest sympathy to the members of the Winfrey family. May God bless them. The “Collection” will be donated to the Winfrey family.
You are asked to bring a Dessert so that “Light Refreshments” can be served after this Memorial Mass.
The Archbishop Michael J. Curley Assembly’s Honor Guard will participate in this Memorial Mass. Report time for the Sir Knights of the Honor Guard is 7:00 P.M. Dress Code: White Jackets with swords.
Vivat Jesus!
Fraternally,
S/K John Landicho
PGK, Faithful Captain
Faithful Navigator's Appreciation Pot Luck
Our Faithful Navigator, S/K Don Kutzera, Sr., PGK, FN will be leaving his Office as of June 30, 2009. He will be our Faithful Admiral for the next Fraternal Year. During this Fraternal Year he has successfully led our Assembly. Sir Knights of our Assembly responded to his requests to do certain tasks during this Fraternal Year and our Ladies have graciously supported these efforts.
S/K Don Kutzera desires to recognize these efforts. Therefore, the next meeting will be the Faithful Navigator’s Appreciation Casual Dinner (Pot Luck).
Details as follow:
When: Monday, June 1, 2009
Where: PG Council 2809, 9450 Cherry Hill Rd.
Who: Sir Knights, their ladies and children
(Ladies and children are most welcomed)
Time: Starts at 6:30 P.M.
Please bring your favorite dish (as you did at our last successful Pot Luck dinner). Suggestions:
Ribs
Ham
Meat Balls
Casseroles
Lasagna
Salads
Fruit Dishes
Desserts
(Any food items would be most appreciated)
Our Assembly will be furnishing coffee, tea, soft drinks and water. Thank you for your continuing goodwill and generosity. Faithful Captain, S/K John Landicho, PGK
#####################S/K Don Kutzera desires to recognize these efforts. Therefore, the next meeting will be the Faithful Navigator’s Appreciation Casual Dinner (Pot Luck).
Details as follow:
When: Monday, June 1, 2009
Where: PG Council 2809, 9450 Cherry Hill Rd.
Who: Sir Knights, their ladies and children
(Ladies and children are most welcomed)
Time: Starts at 6:30 P.M.
Please bring your favorite dish (as you did at our last successful Pot Luck dinner). Suggestions:
Ribs
Ham
Meat Balls
Casseroles
Lasagna
Salads
Fruit Dishes
Desserts
(Any food items would be most appreciated)
Our Assembly will be furnishing coffee, tea, soft drinks and water. Thank you for your continuing goodwill and generosity. Faithful Captain, S/K John Landicho, PGK
Faithful Admiral's Report
We would like to welcome the following new Sir Knights who were exemplified at the 2009 Fourth Degree Exemplification:
Mark Marak
James “Greg” Jolissaint
William "Bill" Brilvitch
Joseph Roper
Kevin Igoe
Richard Warner
Robert Baumgardner
Donatus "Don" Egbufoama
Charles Eze
Sebastian Epah
Martin Batip
Jose Ramos
Welcome to Curley Assembly! We invite you to get involved in the activities of the Assembly as soon as possible, be it in Color Corps, or some other capacity.
Vivat Jesus!
Rick Askins, PGK, PFN, FDD
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Faithful Trustee's Report
Hi all,
Our officers for the FY2010 fraternal year are:
Faithful Navigator S/K John Landicho
Faithful Captain S/K Marcos Alvarez
Faithful Pilot S/K Gary Patishnock
Faithful Admiral S/K Donald P. Kutzera, PFN
Faithful Comptroller S/K Thomas Young
Faithful Purser S/K Paul Simon
Faithful Outer Sentinel S/K Bill Brilvitch
Faithful Inner Sentinel S/K Chris Emilife
Faithful Scribe S/K Mark Manak
Faithful Trustee 3 Year S/K J. Richard Askins, PFN
Faithful Trustee 2 Year S/K Arnie Rausch, PFN
Faithful Trustee 1 Year S/K Bill McMahon, PFN
For the Biennial Meeting:
Delegate S/K Rick Askins, PFN
Delegate S/K Donald P. Kutzera, PFN
1st Alternate S/K Jim Brown, DD, PFN
2nd Alternate S/K Bill Turpin
3rd Alternate S/K Tom Lank, PFN
Thanks,
Bill McMahon, FDD, PGK, PFN
Please remember to pray your Rosary, and may God bless
#####################
Provincial Marshal's Message
Dress for ADW and Provincial Events
Worthy Marshals, and dear Brothers,
Just as a follow up, please remind your members we will be strictly adhering to the uniform standards published in the new drill manual, and memo from the SM. This means 2 lapel pins will be worn. One flag pin, and one 4th Degree pin (113); also the mini jewels should be centered over the jacket pocket. Lastly, no Past Chapter President jewel may be worn.
We have plenty of time to make sure the word is out, and our members can get the appropriate pins. If you have any question, please feel free to give me a call.
Thanks!
SK John Winfrey (FDD,PGK,PFN)
Provincial Marshal
Calvert Province
District Marshal
Archdiocese of Washington District
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Faithful Color Corps Commander's Report
Sir Knights, please make every effort to participate in as many events as your family's calendar permits. Also, kindly RSVP during the week prior to the event if possible, of your plan to
attend .
The Master has Postponed (indefinitely) the "Master's Cup" competition originally scheduled for Memorial weekend Saturday because of the death of Marshall Winfrey's Dad!
THEREFORE THE DRILL OF MAY19TH IS "CANCELLED". IT WILL BE RE-SCHEDULED.
June Calendar of Events to be supported by Assembly Color Corps:
JUNE 5TH (FRIDAY)
REPORT 8:00 AM – - Shrine of the Immaculate Conception of Mary
For DeMatha HS Graduation
White Jackets – NO SWORD.
RECOMMEND CHANGING IN YOUR CAR
JUNE 6TH (SATURDAY)
REPORT 9:15 AM -- For City of Savage Parade
STAGING AREA: PARKING LOT OF BOLLMAN BRIDGE ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL (8200 SAVAGE GUILFORD RD.)
FLAGS, WHITE JACKET, SWORD
JUNE 14TH (SUNDAY)
REPORT 11:00 AM – Annunciation Church, 3810 Mass. Ave. NW Wash.
For MASS & CORPUS CHRISTI PROCESSION FOLLOWS at 12:45 PM TO St. Thomas
Apostle Church, 2665 Woodley Rd. NW, APPROXIMATELY ONE MILE.
BLACK JACKET, SWORD IN PROCESSION
JUNE 15TH (MONDAY) -
REPORT 7:00 PM PRINCE GEORGE’S #2809 Council Chambers
For MEMORIAL MASS FOR BR. RICHARD WINFREY
WHITE JACKET, SWORD
Families are encouraged to attend. The collection will be donated to the Winfrey Family.
YOU ARE ASKED TO BRING A DESSERT FOR THE SOCIAL TO FOLLOW.
JUNE 27TH (SATURDAY)
REPORT 12:00 PM SHRINE OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION OF MARY
For NATIONAL FILIPINO PILGRIMAGE
Devotions at 10:00 AM.
12:15 PM for procession, Rosary and Devotion to Our Lady of Antipolo.
2:00 PM Mass
WHITE JACKET, NO SWORD
July Calendar of Events needing Assembly Color Corps Support:
JULY 4TH (SATURDAY)
REPORT 10:15 AM LAUREL FOURTH OF JULY PARADE
Staging area – Montgomery and 6th Sts, Laurel.
FLAGS, WHITE JACKET, SWORD
JULY 5TH (SUNDAY)
REPORT 8:30 AM PG Council # 2809 Mary’s Grotto (indoors if rain)
For July 4th Weekend Mass followed by Breakfast (nominal charge)
WHITE JACKET, SWORD
JULY 12TH (SUNDAY)
REPORT 11:30 AM ST. JOSEPH CHURCH, BELTSVILLE
For PG Council #2809 Mass and Installation of Officers.
Telephone or email your family’s attendance to the reception at PG # 2809
To Commander or “Mother General”
WHITE JACKET, (SWORD for installation only)
JULY 18TH (SATURDAY )
REPORT 4:30 PM -- ST. MARY OF THE MILLS CHURCH
For MASS AND INSTALLATION OF Council 2203 OFFICERS.
WHITE JACKET, SWORD (use in installation only)
JULY 19TH ( SUNDAY )
REPORT 11:30 AM ST. JOSEPH CHURCH, BELTSVILLE
For Noon Mass / Installation of Archbishop Curley Assembly Officers
Telephone or email your family’s attendance to the reception at PG # 2809
To Commander or “Mother General”
WHITE JACKET, SWORD (use in installation only)
Fraternally yours,
SK Tom Lank
Commander
####################
List of Sick and Deceased:
Deceased:
SK J. Kemp Cook, PGK, PSD
Richard Winfrey, St. Hugh Council # 10885, Father of SK John Winfrey
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Message from Faithful Captain for April 6, 2009 Assembly Meeting
Brother Sir Knights,
1. As you know, the Fourth Degree Exemplification will take place on March 22, 2009.
2. It is the practice of our Assembly to host a potluck for the new members, ladies and their family members--this is scheduled for Monday, April 6, 2009 starting at 6:30 P.M.
3. It will take place at the Meeting Room (downstairs) at PG Council 2809.
4. So please bring your favorite dish to share with all those present.
5. Our Assembly will do the set-up work.
6. As time passes, I will provide more detailed information.
Vivat Jesu
Fraternally, PGK John and Faithful Captain
1. As you know, the Fourth Degree Exemplification will take place on March 22, 2009.
2. It is the practice of our Assembly to host a potluck for the new members, ladies and their family members--this is scheduled for Monday, April 6, 2009 starting at 6:30 P.M.
3. It will take place at the Meeting Room (downstairs) at PG Council 2809.
4. So please bring your favorite dish to share with all those present.
5. Our Assembly will do the set-up work.
6. As time passes, I will provide more detailed information.
Vivat Jesu
Fraternally, PGK John and Faithful Captain
Sunday, November 30, 2008
DISPATCH Newsletter for Dec. 2008 - Jan. 2009
The Dispatch
Archbishop Michael J. Curley Assembly No. 383 Knights of Columbus, Fourth Degree Archdiocese of Washington District Meetings held at 8:00 P.M. - First Monday of each MonthPrince George Council, College Park, Maryland
Volume I - No. 05 "Knights Dedicated to the Service of Others"
Master's Log For December, 2008As we look forward to the month of December, our Fraternal Year is almost one-half completed. I asked a couple of questions last month and I ask again, “How is your assembly doing with the plans, programs, and activities that the Faithful Navigator laid out in July?” Is it time to make a course correction or to step it up a notch? There is still plenty of time to have an outstanding year. Let's do it. I personally would like to thank all who made a special day for the District Staff – Installation of Officers on November 15, 2008, – even more special. It was a very meaningful and spiritual event. We all thank you.
We celebrated the month of November as the month of Thanksgiving, but more than that - it was a month of Remembrance. It was the time of remembering. Remembering and praying for all the souls gone on before us. For the Sir Knights of the Fourth Degree, this past month has been special. Many of the Assemblies and Councils held Memorial Masses for our fallen brothers and family members. Many also held special Veterans’ Day Events or took part in local parades. The purpose is not only to remember our veterans but to thank them. Every Veteran (and any man or woman in active service) should hear two things when he returns from service: “Welcome Home.” and “Thank you.”
The types of activities shared during the month of November set a great prelude for the month of December. Other than shopping, exchanging names, decorating the home, we have a very special reason to prepare for -- Advent (from the Latin word adventus, meaning "coming") is a season of the Christian church, the period of expectant waiting and preparation for the celebration of the Nativity of Jesus, in other words, the period immediately before Christmas.
The progression of Advent may be marked with a calendar beginning on 1 December, a practice introduced by German Lutherans. At least in the Roman Catholic calendar, Advent starts on the 4th Sunday before December 25; in other words, the Sunday between November 27 and December 3 inclusive.
Enjoy the special gatherings and social events during December, but remember that Advent is a time of spiritual preparation. Prepare yourselves and remind each other that Jesus is the Reason For the Season.
In all of the joy we may have, Christmas in many cases is a difficult time for our military men and women to be separated from their families. It can be even more difficult for families of disabled or deceased veterans. As Sir Knights of the Fourth Degree of the Knights of Columbus, ask Mary to protect and watch over our Service men and women and their families now and at all times. Ask Mary to protect our homeland and keep it One Nation Under God. God Bless you, your family, and America during this very special season.
Merry CHRISTmas!
....a special message from Master Smallwood:
Worthy Sir Knights (those who supported the Master's Installation) :
The words “Thank You” seem not to be enough for what Nancy and I feel for all of you. The Mass, Installation of Officers and Dinner was a total success. It could only be a success because of the talented people we had putting it together and those who came to be there in support of the District.
The events started with an excellent Mass offered by our District Friar, Fr. Peter Daly and District Associate Friar Msgr. Richard Hughes. Both performed the Mass with such dignity. The Homily offered by Fr. Daly set the tone for the evening. It pointed out that “fear of the Lord” is not what we think it means, but what we should see is the awe of the Lord Who wants us to follow in His path. The beauty and sanctity of the Mass was elevated to another level with the beautiful music that supplemented the Mass under the direction of the new District Choir Director SK Anthony Colbert and pianist, Lady Diane Wood.
What can one say about the guests, the Sir Knights, friends, and family -- Nancy and I were very honored and were made quite humble for the support that each of the Assemblies, Councils, and dignitaries made by being present at this most special event. From the bottom of our hearts we say “Thank you all so very much!!!
Yours in Christ,
Charles and Nancy Smallwood,
Master & First Lady
Archdiocese of Washington District
Knights of Columbus
The progression of Advent may be marked with a calendar beginning on 1 December, a practice introduced by German Lutherans. At least in the Roman Catholic calendar, Advent starts on the 4th Sunday before December 25; in other words, the Sunday between November 27 and December 3 inclusive.
Enjoy the special gatherings and social events during December, but remember that Advent is a time of spiritual preparation. Prepare yourselves and remind each other that Jesus is the Reason For the Season.
In all of the joy we may have, Christmas in many cases is a difficult time for our military men and women to be separated from their families. It can be even more difficult for families of disabled or deceased veterans. As Sir Knights of the Fourth Degree of the Knights of Columbus, ask Mary to protect and watch over our Service men and women and their families now and at all times. Ask Mary to protect our homeland and keep it One Nation Under God. God Bless you, your family, and America during this very special season.
Merry CHRISTmas!
....a special message from Master Smallwood:
Worthy Sir Knights (those who supported the Master's Installation) :
The words “Thank You” seem not to be enough for what Nancy and I feel for all of you. The Mass, Installation of Officers and Dinner was a total success. It could only be a success because of the talented people we had putting it together and those who came to be there in support of the District.
The events started with an excellent Mass offered by our District Friar, Fr. Peter Daly and District Associate Friar Msgr. Richard Hughes. Both performed the Mass with such dignity. The Homily offered by Fr. Daly set the tone for the evening. It pointed out that “fear of the Lord” is not what we think it means, but what we should see is the awe of the Lord Who wants us to follow in His path. The beauty and sanctity of the Mass was elevated to another level with the beautiful music that supplemented the Mass under the direction of the new District Choir Director SK Anthony Colbert and pianist, Lady Diane Wood.
What can one say about the guests, the Sir Knights, friends, and family -- Nancy and I were very honored and were made quite humble for the support that each of the Assemblies, Councils, and dignitaries made by being present at this most special event. From the bottom of our hearts we say “Thank you all so very much!!!
Yours in Christ,
Charles and Nancy Smallwood,
Master & First Lady
Archdiocese of Washington District
Knights of Columbus
Faithful Navigator's Report
SK Don Kutzera, PGK, PFN
As 2008 comes to an end, it gives us a time to reflect on the many blessings that have been bestowed upon us, in which we must Thank the Lord our God, from whom all good things come!
During the first meeting of the New Year, we will have our “Renewal of Obligations” with our Master of the 4th Degree, Charles Smallwood.
A very special thank you goes out to Faithful Captain John & Lady Cora Landicho and all those who helped put together our annual Assembly Christmas Party! To all that were unable to attend, you really missed out on a great evening! A great night with fun for all!
Attendance was estimated at 80 people. Marcel Prunesser, son-in-law of Paul Simon, won the raffle of the framed photo of Pisa. SK Dick Bissell won the Early Bird Drawing.
On March 22, 2009, our annual 4th Degree Exemplification will take place at the University of Maryland College Park. If you know of a 3rd degree member aspiring to join us in the 4th degree as a “Sir Knight”, have him contact the Assembly immediately!
Please remember to say a decade of the rosary +++ for all our troops who have fallen in Iraq and their families!
SK Don Kutzera, PGK
Faithful Navigator
During the first meeting of the New Year, we will have our “Renewal of Obligations” with our Master of the 4th Degree, Charles Smallwood.
A very special thank you goes out to Faithful Captain John & Lady Cora Landicho and all those who helped put together our annual Assembly Christmas Party! To all that were unable to attend, you really missed out on a great evening! A great night with fun for all!
Attendance was estimated at 80 people. Marcel Prunesser, son-in-law of Paul Simon, won the raffle of the framed photo of Pisa. SK Dick Bissell won the Early Bird Drawing.
On March 22, 2009, our annual 4th Degree Exemplification will take place at the University of Maryland College Park. If you know of a 3rd degree member aspiring to join us in the 4th degree as a “Sir Knight”, have him contact the Assembly immediately!
Please remember to say a decade of the rosary +++ for all our troops who have fallen in Iraq and their families!
SK Don Kutzera, PGK
Faithful Navigator
Faithful Captain’s Report
S/K John Landicho, PGK
We held our Assembly’s Annual Summer Picnic at PG Council 2809. By all accounts, everyone had a happy and pleasant time. We say thank you to S/K Tom Barrett and Lady Ann for the donating the food items and to Lady Cora Landicho who donated the sodas, water and charcoal. A special thank you to Lady Carolyn Lank who made the “cross-stitch” that was raffled during the picnic. S/K Hugh O’Donnell, PGK, won this item. Also a special thank you to our expert BBQ cooks—S/K Tom Lank, PGK, PFN and FDD and S/K Jim Landicho—for their efforts. And, thank to all Sir Knights and their Ladies who brought side dishes.
By the time this article is published, we will have held our Annual Christmas party, scheduled for December 12, 2008. It took take place at PG Council 2809. S/K Don Kutzera, PGK and Faithful Navigator was the “chef” for the beef and Lady Cora Landicho was the “chef” for the spiral ham--these food items were furnished by our Assembly. Lady Carolyn Lank was in charge of the Chinese Silent Auction. Special thank you to S/K Bill Mahon, PGK, PFN and FDD for the wonderful framed picture of the Leaning Tower of Pisa and to S/K Rick Askins, PGK, PFN and FDD who made the raffle tickets. Thanks to all Sir Knights and their Ladies who brought side dishes and items for the Chinese Silent Auction.
Lady Cora and I hope that you had a Merry Christmas and we wish all a blessed New Year.
Faithful Admiral's Report
SK Rick Askins, PGK, FDD, PFN
Simple acts of patriotism are sometimes overlooked in our society today. People do not always think about honoring our veterans or respecting our symbols of freedom. Also, we as citizens sometimes fail to exercise our freedom of speech to defend our Country’s traditional Christian principles. However, 4th Degree Sir Knights take patriotism as an important obligation. For example, whenever we visit our veterans in hospitals and nursing homes; whenever we properly honor the flag of our Country and other symbols of Freedom; whenever we speak up for religion and morals issues in our country, we are fulfilling our obligation. However, we need help to place patriotism in the forefront of minds and hearts of all people in our community. For this reason, we need to ask our 3rd Degree brother Knights to become a part of the 4th Degree. If you have not done so, please ask Knights in your council to be a part of our Patriotic cause.
Vivat Jesus,
SK Rick Askins
SK Rick Askins
2009 4th Degree Exemplification Details:
The 39th Exemplification is scheduled for 22 March 2009. It will be held at the University of Maryland UM Conference Center.
Honoree: The Most Reverend Bishop Martin D. Holley, Auxiliary Bishop
Location: University of Maryland University College
Inn and Conference Center (Marriott)
University Boulevard at Adelphi Road
College Park, Maryland
The 39th Exemplification is scheduled for 22 March 2009. It will be held at the University of Maryland UM Conference Center.
Honoree: The Most Reverend Bishop Martin D. Holley, Auxiliary Bishop
Location: University of Maryland University College
Inn and Conference Center (Marriott)
University Boulevard at Adelphi Road
College Park, Maryland
ELIGIBILITY FOR MEMBERSHIP
To be eligible for membership in the Fourth Degree, candidates must be:
(1) Over 18 years of age; (2) A Third Degree member in good standing in his Council, and who was initiated into the First Degree prior to September 22, 2008; and (3) A practical Catholic in union with the Holy See, and (4) a US Citizen, or willing to Pledge Allegiance to USA.
Fees: The basic fee for candidates is $70.00.
To be eligible for membership in the Fourth Degree, candidates must be:
(1) Over 18 years of age; (2) A Third Degree member in good standing in his Council, and who was initiated into the First Degree prior to September 22, 2008; and (3) A practical Catholic in union with the Holy See, and (4) a US Citizen, or willing to Pledge Allegiance to USA.
Fees: The basic fee for candidates is $70.00.
A special fee for priests and members of religious orders is $35.00.
A deposit of $30.00 and/or full payment should accompany each candidate’s application. Each candidate receives one (1) banquet ticket to the Fourth Degree Banquet. Additional banquet tickets are available at a cost of $45.00 per person.
The fee for the Ladies' Activities is $20.00.
All checks must be made payable to: Master, Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus. All applications, banquet reservations, outstanding fees, and Ladies' Activity reservations must be received by the District Secretary on or before March 12, 2009. There will be no refunds or changes after this date. Please forward all applications and reservations to SK Ernest E. Harley, Secretary to the Master, 14721 Harvest Lane, Silver Spring, MD 20905-5642.
To ensure that all applications are accurately completed, the candidate’s application must be received, voted on, and approved by the Assembly before it is submitted to the Secretary to the Master.
Schedule: Sunday, 22 March 2009
9:15 AM Mass
10:30 AM - Registration of Candidates/Ladies Meet and Greet
11:30 AM - Ladies' Activities (Paid Reservations Only)
12:00 PM - Exemplification of the Fourth Degree
4:00 PM - Reception in the Main Concourse
5:30 PM - Banquet
DEADLINES
To ensure that all applications are completed accurately, the candidate’s application must be received and approved by the Assembly before submission to the Secretary of the Master. It is important, therefore, that candidates and/or proposers contact the Faithful Navigator or membership director for any Assembly specific information.
Applications, Banquet Reservations for members and guests, and Ladies Activity Reservations should be made on or before March 15, 2009.
The deadline for receipt of applications by the Secretary is March 12, 2009.
All balances must be paid in full on or before March 15, 2009. There will be no refunds for cancellation after this date.
Program Ad Book Information:
As with past Exemplification’s, the District will publish a program book for the new Sir Knights and banquet attendees. We ask all Assemblies and Councils in the Archdiocese of Washington District to take an ad in this program book.
The costs of the program ads are:
Inside Front and Rear Covers................................................. $250.00
Full Page .................................................................................. $100.00
Half Page ................................................................................... $65.00
Quarter Page .............................................................................. $45.00
Patron Ads ................................................................................... $5.00
The deadline for all ads will be February 28, 2009. Send the ad in now and avoid the rush. After the program goes to print, there will be no inserts, so if you are planning on taking an ad, do so as soon as possible.
Checks should be made payable to “Master Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus”. You can email your ad (WORD is preferred) or mail your ad (camera ready copy is requested) and fees to:
SK Franklin W. Woodbury DD, PFN
(703) 998-0140
asemexec@earthlink.net
Schedule: Sunday, 22 March 2009
9:15 AM Mass
10:30 AM - Registration of Candidates/Ladies Meet and Greet
11:30 AM - Ladies' Activities (Paid Reservations Only)
12:00 PM - Exemplification of the Fourth Degree
4:00 PM - Reception in the Main Concourse
5:30 PM - Banquet
DEADLINES
To ensure that all applications are completed accurately, the candidate’s application must be received and approved by the Assembly before submission to the Secretary of the Master. It is important, therefore, that candidates and/or proposers contact the Faithful Navigator or membership director for any Assembly specific information.
Applications, Banquet Reservations for members and guests, and Ladies Activity Reservations should be made on or before March 15, 2009.
The deadline for receipt of applications by the Secretary is March 12, 2009.
All balances must be paid in full on or before March 15, 2009. There will be no refunds for cancellation after this date.
Program Ad Book Information:
As with past Exemplification’s, the District will publish a program book for the new Sir Knights and banquet attendees. We ask all Assemblies and Councils in the Archdiocese of Washington District to take an ad in this program book.
The costs of the program ads are:
Inside Front and Rear Covers................................................. $250.00
Full Page .................................................................................. $100.00
Half Page ................................................................................... $65.00
Quarter Page .............................................................................. $45.00
Patron Ads ................................................................................... $5.00
The deadline for all ads will be February 28, 2009. Send the ad in now and avoid the rush. After the program goes to print, there will be no inserts, so if you are planning on taking an ad, do so as soon as possible.
Checks should be made payable to “Master Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus”. You can email your ad (WORD is preferred) or mail your ad (camera ready copy is requested) and fees to:
SK Franklin W. Woodbury DD, PFN
(703) 998-0140
asemexec@earthlink.net
Oratorical Contest Chairman's Message
SK Dick Bissell, PGK
Brothers All,
I have to apologize to everyone for biting off more than I can chew ! ! ! I agreed to once again head up the effort to bring our young folks together for our Oratorical Contest in January. Due to unforeseen circumstances, my Financial Secretary job has taken on a life of its own. I'm consumed by way more work than I could have anticipated, and I can't foresee when I will have it under control. I would rather not do a job half-heartedly, so I must beg off the contest for this year. If things work themselves out over the next year, perhaps we can try to have the contest again next year. Have a wonderful Christmas and God bless.
Oremus pro Invicem,
SK Dick Bissell
Veterans Administration Volunteer Services (VAVS) Report
SK Tom Lank, PGK, FDD, PFN
Photo of Veteran's Day November 11, 2008 Curley Assembly/Council # 2809 Visit to King Health Center Assisted Living facility for retired Veterans.
SK MSGR Bazan, SK John, PGK and Lady Cora Landicho along with SK Tom, PGK, FDD, PFN and Lady Carolyn Lank visited the King Health Center (Assisted Living) on behalf of the Prince George's Council #2809 and Curley Assembly # 383 Knights of Columbus on Veteran's Day, November 11, 2008.
Lady Carolyn, Reporter "on the scene" in the Recreation Day Room, interviewed
US Navy Petty Officer (Retired) Louis DiCrode, Jr. who told Reporter Lady Carolyn of his many decorations earned in his service tours. These Decorations/ /Awards included:
4 Bronze Stars, 3 Purple Hearts, 3 Navy Commendations, 2 Silver Stars, 2
Good Conduct Ribbons, 1 Navy/Marine Corps Commendation and
1 Navy Achievement Award.
THANK YOU PETTY OFFICER DICRODE FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY!
We served sheet cake and ginger ale to the residents in their rooms. Prince George's Council and Curley Assembly members visit the disabled retired veterans every
Veterans Day! Please join us next November 11th, 2009!
Lady Carolyn, Reporter "on the scene" in the Recreation Day Room, interviewed
US Navy Petty Officer (Retired) Louis DiCrode, Jr. who told Reporter Lady Carolyn of his many decorations earned in his service tours. These Decorations/ /Awards included:
4 Bronze Stars, 3 Purple Hearts, 3 Navy Commendations, 2 Silver Stars, 2
Good Conduct Ribbons, 1 Navy/Marine Corps Commendation and
1 Navy Achievement Award.
THANK YOU PETTY OFFICER DICRODE FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY!
We served sheet cake and ginger ale to the residents in their rooms. Prince George's Council and Curley Assembly members visit the disabled retired veterans every
Veterans Day! Please join us next November 11th, 2009!
Collecting religious items for our Troops in Iraq.
Small crucifixes, rosaries, and small medals are being gathered at the December 20 District Meeting for the Catholic members of our Armed Forces in Iraq. If you would like to donate any of those items, please get them to our Faithful Captain, John Landicho or Color Corps Commander, Tom Lank before Saturday morning, December 20.
Faithful Color Corps Commander's Message
SK Tom Lank, PGK, FDD, PFN
SK Tom Lank, PGK, FDD, PFN
A photo of the November 24th Memorial Mass at Prince George's #2809.
Thanks to
SK Michael Rousseau
SK John Landicho, PGK, FC
SK Dick Bissell, PGK, FS
SK Chris Emelife,
SK Paul Simon, FTreas.
SK Arnie Rausch, PGK, PFN
SK Jim Gordon, PFN
SK John Winfrey, PGK, PFN, FDD, FM
SK David Knitowski, PGK, PFN, Vice-Color Corps Cmdr
Great "Turn Out" Sir Knights. . .
SK Michael Rousseau
SK John Landicho, PGK, FC
SK Dick Bissell, PGK, FS
SK Chris Emelife,
SK Paul Simon, FTreas.
SK Arnie Rausch, PGK, PFN
SK Jim Gordon, PFN
SK John Winfrey, PGK, PFN, FDD, FM
SK David Knitowski, PGK, PFN, Vice-Color Corps Cmdr
Great "Turn Out" Sir Knights. . .
A BIG THANK YOU to Sir Knight Mike Rousseau for his dedication as the
LONE Color Guard who joined Vice Color Corps Cmdr David Knitowski on Saturday November 15, at St. Hugh for the Archbishop's dedication ceremonies of the new "Icon / Illustration" behind the Altar. Well done Sir Knights!
I want to thank the Sir Knights of the Color Corps for their unselfish participation and dedication to the Archbishop Michael J. Curley Color Corps in the first half of Fraternal Year 2008-2009.
Your presence helped to assure the success of council installations in July, August and September. You can be proud that the families of our deceased Sir Knights appreciated your support of their loved ones by the respect you paid every deceased Sir Knight at their Wake. Finally, THANK YOU for "turning out" in November at council Memorial Masses at St. Mary of the Mills (# 2203), St. Hugh (# 10885) and Prince George's (# 2809) to honor their fallen Brothers.
Vivat Jesus,
SK Tom Lank
LONE Color Guard who joined Vice Color Corps Cmdr David Knitowski on Saturday November 15, at St. Hugh for the Archbishop's dedication ceremonies of the new "Icon / Illustration" behind the Altar. Well done Sir Knights!
I want to thank the Sir Knights of the Color Corps for their unselfish participation and dedication to the Archbishop Michael J. Curley Color Corps in the first half of Fraternal Year 2008-2009.
Your presence helped to assure the success of council installations in July, August and September. You can be proud that the families of our deceased Sir Knights appreciated your support of their loved ones by the respect you paid every deceased Sir Knight at their Wake. Finally, THANK YOU for "turning out" in November at council Memorial Masses at St. Mary of the Mills (# 2203), St. Hugh (# 10885) and Prince George's (# 2809) to honor their fallen Brothers.
Vivat Jesus,
SK Tom Lank
Sick & Deceased List for December
Sick: Michelle Bloomer, (cancer), daughter of SK Bill McMahon, PGK, FDD, PFN; SK Dave Knitowski (eye surgery), PGK, PFN; Claire Sabol, sister-in-law of SK Paul Sabol # 10885; Sr Perpetua, (Pallotine Sister); SK Paul Simon; Mother-in-law of SK Rick Askins, PGK, FDD, PFN; Archbishop Okafor, SK Cyril; Victims of attacks in Mumbai, India; Pat McGee; SK Don Kutzera, PGK, FN (broken collarbone); Marie Simmons, wife of SK Dave Simmons.
Deceased: Mother of John Coffey, PGK # 2809
Sick: Michelle Bloomer, (cancer), daughter of SK Bill McMahon, PGK, FDD, PFN; SK Dave Knitowski (eye surgery), PGK, PFN; Claire Sabol, sister-in-law of SK Paul Sabol # 10885; Sr Perpetua, (Pallotine Sister); SK Paul Simon; Mother-in-law of SK Rick Askins, PGK, FDD, PFN; Archbishop Okafor, SK Cyril; Victims of attacks in Mumbai, India; Pat McGee; SK Don Kutzera, PGK, FN (broken collarbone); Marie Simmons, wife of SK Dave Simmons.
Deceased: Mother of John Coffey, PGK # 2809
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Curley Assembly Christmas Party Announcement
Hear Ye, Hear Ye, Hear Ye !Archbishop Michael J. Curley Assembly
Announces Its Plans for our Annual
Christmas Party!
When: Friday, December 12, 2008
Where: PG Council 2809 starting
At 6:30 P.M.
Who: Sir Knights, Ladies and families
Menu: Our Assembly will furnish
Glazed Ham
Delicious Ribs
Sodas and Water.
Please, just bring a side dish.
Events Include
Presence of Santa Claus
Chinese Auction
Raffle of a framed picture of the Leaning Tower of Pisa
Attendance Drawing
50/50
Please put this date on your calendar!
SK John Landicho
Faithful Captain
Faithful Captain
October 2008 Events Needing Color Corps Support
Sir Knights of Archbishop Curley Color Guard,
October is a "condensed" activity month with weekend events surrounding Columbus Day!
Sunday, October 12th - BLACK JACKET & SWORD - REPORT 11:00 AM to
DUNDALK COUNCIL # 2942, 2111 EILERS AVE., DUNDALK, MD
for COLUMBUS DAY PARADE, in BALTIMORE, MD .
Parade Route goes through "Little Italy". Meals provided before and afterward. Buses will take you to and from the parade route. Parade starts at 1:00 pm.
Car pooling suggested.
Monday, October 13th - BLACK JACKET & SWORD - REPORT 9:15 AM to
UNION STATION, COLUMBUS PLAZA,
WASHINGTON, D.C.
NATIONAL COLUMBUS YOUTH ESSAY PRESENTATION and laying of wreaths.
Parking available adjacent to Columbus Plaza.
Fraternally yours,
Tom Lank
Color Corps Commander
October is a "condensed" activity month with weekend events surrounding Columbus Day!
Sunday, October 12th - BLACK JACKET & SWORD - REPORT 11:00 AM to
DUNDALK COUNCIL # 2942, 2111 EILERS AVE., DUNDALK, MD
for COLUMBUS DAY PARADE, in BALTIMORE, MD .
Parade Route goes through "Little Italy". Meals provided before and afterward. Buses will take you to and from the parade route. Parade starts at 1:00 pm.
Car pooling suggested.
Monday, October 13th - BLACK JACKET & SWORD - REPORT 9:15 AM to
UNION STATION, COLUMBUS PLAZA,
WASHINGTON, D.C.
NATIONAL COLUMBUS YOUTH ESSAY PRESENTATION and laying of wreaths.
Parking available adjacent to Columbus Plaza.
Fraternally yours,
Tom Lank
Color Corps Commander
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