1898                  TRINITY COUNCIL 313                 2008

OVER A CENTURY OF SERVICE

TO – CHURCH – FAMILY – COMMUNITY

Jan.& Feb. 2009 Events

 

1/08/09 Officers’/Directors’ Meeting 7:00 PM at Monacacy Manor

 

1/10 (Sat.) Knight’s Basketball Free Throw Contest. St. Anne’s Gym 2:00 –4:00 PM. Registration at 1:30 PM.

 

1/14 District Meeting for GK’s. 7:30PM at Council 528.

 

1/15 Council Business Meeting 7:30 PM at Monacacy Manor.

 

1/17 (Sat.) Soup Kitchen

 

2/5 Officers’/ Directors’ Meeting 7:00 PM at Monacacy Manor.

 

2/19 Council Business Meeting 7:00 PM at Monacacy Manor.

                          

Grand  Knight’s Message: It seems that almost every year begins with expressions of hope for a “ better” year. Your council desires to make every year a good year. We Knights try, always, to care for our brothers and their families, help the needy and be participants in parish affairs. Let us go forth, again in 2009, in this same charitable spirit.

 

Special Olympics Collection and Party for the Special Olympians.  Following our council business meeting 12/18 we went downstairs to the Manor dining room where a party had been set up for us to share hot dogs and snacks with the Special Olympians. Altogether, about eleven SP’s were present. We had collected a total of $3380 which we voted to round up to $3400 and a check for that amount was presented to the Special Olympians. Again, to all of the Knights who participated in the collection, thank you for acting in the true spirit of our fraternity!

 

 

Insurance- Congratulations are in order for Brother Richard Scrak, who has been appointed a KofC Field Agent. Here is an introductory message from Rick:---- Saving Money vs. Spending Money -- These are certainly difficult times, and everyone is very aware of the turmoil that surrounds us: credit issues, housing issues, banking issues. For the average consumer, and the average member of the Knights of Columbus, the question is obvious: Where do I turn? We’d like to suggest a conversation with your professionally trained KofC insurance agent about ways to protect yourself and your family. While some might say, “ I can’t think about spending money right now,” the goal is not spending money, but saving money. Saving money through permanent life insurance with guaranteed cash values, and/or saving money through a retirement plan with guaranteed interest rates are excellent ways to prepare for your retirement. Both products can offer you a guaranteed income for life. Contact your agent, Rick Scrak (610) 390-5638 today.

 

  

Roundtable Update Perhaps it should be pointed out that roundtables are separate entities, that is, one for each parish where the pastor welcomes one. We have three such ongoing now; OLPH, Notre Dame and St. Anne’s.  Projects include a food pantry at OLPH  which is  well established.  At Notre Dame church the Dec. 7 breakfast mentioned in last month’s newsletter was held as scheduled, and was quite a success, drawing a total of about 230 attendees, and more than covering expenses. Moreover, the spirit and congeniality between our Knights and the Notre Dame Men’s group who worked together in this effort was remarkable!  The Notre Dame  Roundtable team is now considering another such breakfast in February.   At St. Anne’s Bro. Rick Scrak  said that our first coffee/doughnut welcoming event was well received, and that our council was asked to host another in Feb. The roundtables are an excellent way to be really active in your council and, also, demonstrate how Knights can be useful in parish affairs.  Get involved!  Contact Bro. Mark Sewell at (610)-882-9183

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

 

More on the Roundtable: All OLPH  knights are invited to a “Pastor’s Round Table” meeting Mon. Jan. 12 to discuss a service program for OLPH.  Refreshments at 6:30 PM and the meeting starts at 7:00 PM.

 

Knight-of-the- Month Awards- we got a little behind in making these awards because it wasn’t possible to have members present in the appropriate month. For October the-Knight- of the- Month award went to Bro. Rick Scrak. For November, Bro. Steve Gorbos won the award, and the December honor went to Bro. Len Verrastro.                      Your GK notes that for each of these Knights, the award was for outstanding achievement.  

 

Attendance Award  Brother John McManus name was drawn for the attendance award but John was not present. Come to the December Council meeting and have a chance to win $90. Francis Achando won the 50/50 drawing.

 

 Big Birthday – While we don’t normally report birthdays, it was duly noted that Francis Achando had recorded his 90th. Congratulations, Francis. Tonight you were twice a winner.

 

Knight Rider – Several knights are ready to pick up a brother knight to attend a meeting or other council event.  If you’re unable or hesitant to drive at night, call Rick Scrak at 610-390-5638 or e-mail Rick at scrakman@msn.com to arrange a ride.

 

Council Web Site – Visit our web site at www.kofc313.org.  All our scheduled events and newsletters for the 2008-2009 fraternal year are available online.

 

Rosary and Food Drive – We say the Rosary at 7:00 PM, prior to each general meeting.  You may also wish to make a cash donation to Victory House.  Bro. Jim Hogg can buy food at a discount.

 

Pro-life – A pro-life Mass is held on the second Saturday of every month at Notre Dame Church at 8:00 AM.  Following Mass, many say the Rosary at the abortion facility in Allentown.

 

Change of Address – If you are moving or will be temporarily away, please notify our Council’s Financial Secretary, Al Fiore of your new address, at 610-866-0034 to keep records current and avoid unnecessary post office fees.

 

Fraternal –Keep our sick and those in distress in your prayers, Tom Yencho, Sr., and also Tom’s father-in-law, Inside Guard Scott Bear, Deacon Bob Rodgers and Bro. Vito Sabie (scheduled cataract surgery).  

                                                                                   Ecumenical Soup Kitchen – The next stint for Knights to serve will be Sat. Jan 17 Volunteers are always needed.

 

Families In Need Over the past several years our council has made it a practice to make donations to pastors during the Christmas season to distribute to the most needy in their respective parishes. Continuing that practice, $500 each was given to Notre Same, St. Anne’s and OLPH     For needy family requests, contact Steve Gorbos, Ed Ortelli, Jim. Transue or Philip Comito. ($250 max. per request).