1898 TRINITY COUNCIL 313 2009
OVER A CENTURY OF SERVICE
TO – CHURCH – FAMILY – COMMUNITY
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Mar.& April Events
3/5 Officers’/Directors’ Meeting 7:00 PM at Monacacy Manor.
3/15 3rd Degree Exemplification - 12:00 PM at Monacacy Manor.
3/19 Council Business Meeting: 7:30 PM at Monacacy Manor.
3/21 Our turn to serve at the Soup Kitchen
3/22 Caucus at Mt. Carmel
4/2 Officers’/Directors’ Meeting 7:00PM at Monacacy Manor
4/16 Council Business Meeting: 7:30 Pm at Monacacy Manor.
4/24-4/26 Target dates for collection at Stores for ARC
Grand Knight’s Message: These are indeed challenging economic times. Some are losing their jobs, their homes and many have realized significant losses in their retirement savings. When confronted with such difficulties, it is important to be reminded of our faith. Lent is the time of year when we turn our thoughts to our Lord who suffered and died for us. Despite our own troubles, we can remember that our real treasure is our Lord, to whom we can always turn to help carry our earthly burdens.
Past Grand Knights’ Dinner. This event was held at the Palace Restaurant on Friday, Feb. 27. Knights, Ladies and Fr. Mongiello made a total of twenty seven in attendance. Bro. Bob Pandaleon was awarded a past-grand knight’s pin.
Bishop Welsh. We note with sadness Bishop’s Welsh’s passing. He was an ardent knight and exuberant supporter of knight activities. He will truly be missed. Thanks to all our council knights who were involved in any of the services for Bishop Welsh.
Insurance-Field Agent’s Message: KofC Whole Life Insurance Provides Value that Lasts a Lifetime The advantages of permanent life insurance increase over time. Consider: · Provides a guaranteed death benefit for life. · Offers guaranteed increase in cash values each year · Only product guaranteed to create cash at the exact moment it is needed · Dividends have historically lowered the net cost considerably (future dividends are not guaranteed)
For additional Whole Life Marketing Ideas, Contact your local Field agent, Rick Scrak (610) 390-5638
ARC Collection: the annual collection for the ARC is tentatively scheduled for the weekends of April 24-26 at Wal – Mart and Dan Shantz. We anticipate collecting at the churches in early May.
Spring Recruitment Blitz: we have sent letters to several parishes requesting permission to recruit, offering each several dates throughout March. Nothing firm to date.
Roundtable Update
OLPH: Our Knights have been delivering, door-to-door, welcoming packages to new parishioners, and have just been given twenty more to hand out. Another project: a recycled phone collection during March for the benefit of the Special Olympians.
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St. Anne’s : A new parishioner coffee/doughnut welcoming event was held on Feb. 22 after the 9 and 10:30 AM masses. A poor man’s supper will be held on April 3 from 4:30 to 6:00 PM. The roundtables serve your parish and your community. Get involved! Contact Roundtable Chairman, Bro. Mark Sewell at (610)-442-8593.
Knight-of-the-Month Bro. Ed Ortelli was awarded Knight-of-the-Month. Bro. Ed was cited for his outstanding organization with respect to the Super Olympics collection.
Ecumenical Soup Kitchen The next stint for the Knights to serve will be Saturday, May 16. Volunteers are always needed.
Attendance Award Bro Joseph Kelly’s name was drawn, but Joseph was not present. Next month the award goes to $100 and names will be drawn until there is a winner. Bro. Len Verrastro won the 50/50 drawing. 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.
Miller Blood Center – Kindly identify any blood donations at the Miller Blood Bank with Trinity Council 313. Call 610-691-5850 for an appointment. Knights and their families are eligible to receive blood when justified.
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 in your prayers Bro. Dennis Matthews whose police officer son died in an accident, Bro. Jim Priga ,Tom Yencho, Sr., Tom’s father-in-law John Kalmbatten, Millie Scrak, Paulette Serge, Nora Lee Tarney, Bro. Vito Sabie (successful eye surgery) and, also, Maria Spirk and Meghann Healey (Phil Comito’s grand-daughter) recently confirmed at OLPH.
Families In Need Council 313 continues to give strong support to our Families in Need program. Knights can apply directly to the Families in Need committee or requests may come through your Pastors. Contact Bros. Steve Gorbos, Ed Ortelli, Jim. Transue or Philip Comito. ($250 max. per request).
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