NEW YEAR'S GREETINGS FROM THE GK

Brothers:

As we enter 2013, a quick look back at the Knights of Columbus in 2012 shows a year of faith and one full of examples of Knights practicing a "charity that evangelizes."

I would like to thank you all of you for your dedication to your fraternity, your church and your community.

Together we have helped many individuals and organizations with acts of kindness, generosity and financial contributions. Charity is the hallmark of the Knights Of Columbus , along with good citizenship and Christianity. In each of these settings, we are called upon to perform acts of charity in different ways. Sometimes we are asked to donate money or thoughts, prayers or acts of kindness.  At other times we are asked to donate time.

Brother Knights we must all try in the new year to recruit more Catholic men who are interested in supporting the work of the Knights of Columbus by volunteering for a good cause, where great friendships can be developed while supporting the good work of your Council.

I wish everyone all the best in the New Year.

Peter Whittle
Grand Knight

CHRISTMAS GREETINGS FROM E.P. ROCHE ASSEMBLY

AS WE WAIT TO CELEBRATE THE BIRTH OF THE CHRIST CHILD, I EXTEND A VERY MERRY

CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL SIR  KNIGHTS AND THEIR SPOUSES OF THE ARCHBISHOP
E.P.ROCHE ASSEMBLY

4TH DEGREE OF THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS.

DONALD J. BYRNE FN.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS HOSTEL FIRE REMEMBERED

by Darrin McGrath

This year marks the 71st  anniversary of the Knights of Columbus Hostel fire in St. John’s, Newfoundland, which killed 99 people. During the Second World War, Knights of Columbus-sponsored hostels were built across Canada to help on the home front. Like the K of C hut program during World War I, the hostels provided recreation and other comforts for servicemen. A Knights of Columbus Hostel in St. John’s, the capital of Newfoundland, was opened in December 1941. The facility contained a reading room, restaurant, showers, dormitory, recreation room and a large auditorium. On Saturday, Dec. 12, 1942, approximately 350 servicemen and civilians filled the auditorium for a concert. Shortly after 11 p.m., a member of the Newfoundland Militia went upstairs to use the bathroom. He mistakenly opened a closet and was met by flames. He ran downstairs shouting, “Fire!” An official inquiry into the blaze later concluded that the fire had been burning in the attic for some time before it was discovered. The opening of the second-floor closet provided enough oxygen to the fire that it literally exploded through the ceiling of the packed auditorium, terrifying concertgoers as the lights went out. Officers patrolling outside reported that they saw the sky light up over the building at 11:07 p.m. U.S. Army Cpl. Raymond Hoosier entered the dark building and calmly began assisting people who had been overcome by smoke inhalation. He was later decorated for bravery. Similarly, Constable Clarence Bartlett entered and rescued several people. He was awarded the King’s Police and Fire Service Medal for his actions. Fire engines were on the scene within minutes but could do little by the time they arrived. By dawn, 99 charred bodies had been taken from the ruins. Eighty of the victims were members of various armed services from both the United States and Canada. Twelve women were among the dead, and 10 victims could not be identified. Eleven days later, Justice Brian Dunfield was appointed to investigate the fire. When he delivered his report two months later, he said, “I am of the opinion, though I cannot prove it at present, that the fire was of incendiary origin.” Justice Dunfield listed nine reasons why he thought the fire was caused by arson, including a string of suspicious fires at military sites in St. John’s. St. John’s is a small city, and people were understandably shocked by the devastating fire. Rumors flew that a Nazi agent had set the blaze, since in the preceding months several German U-boat attacks occurred elsewhere in Newfoundland. Whatever the cause of the fire, the deaths of so many military personnel was a powerful blow to the generally quiet community and was not forgotten by Knights in Newfoundland. In 1991, members of Archbishop Howley Assembly decided to erect a monument to the fire victims. Howard Dyer, who was 10 years old at the time of the fire and joined the Knights eight years later, was selected as chairman of the monument committee. Because the actual site of the hostel was then occupied by a government building, the committee asked the provincial government for a small piece of vacant land across the street. The proposal was accepted, and the City of St. John’s donated the concrete base for the memorial. Every year since, Fourth Degree Knights and members of the public have gathered at the monument on Dec. 12 at 11 p.m. to read the names of the 99 victims. The annual memorial service is attended by people such as Mary Strickland, who was badly burned in the fire, and her two sons. Together with the Knights, they brave the cold December weather and help to ensure that those who lost their lives are not forgotten. DARRIN MCGRATH is a member of Archbishop Howley Assembly 0623 in St. John’s, Newfoundland.

DECEMBER MEETING

Our December general meeting is scheduled for the 10th!

The rosary will be followed by a brief meeting.

There will be some food and refreshments to follow.

Meeting begins at 7:30

MQP TURKEY AND HAM RAFFLE

HI Sir Knights:

I am seeking your support for a Turkey and Ham raffle sponsored by the Mary
Queen of Peace Council. The raffle takes place Saturday, December
First in the basement room of the Mary Queen of Peace Church.  It will run
from 1.00 to 4.00 PM.  Come along and help us keep the wheel spinning as we
look for plenty of  turkey and ham winners.

Fraternally

Bill Maher, Grand Knight

THANKS FROM STATE DEPUTY

Worthy Grand Knight Brother Peter:

I thank you for the hospitality shown me during my visit to your Council on October 17th. I applaud you for following protocol in the setup of your meeting room and the way you conducted your meeting.

I encourage you to continue with your many programs and especially membership recruitment to ensure the survival of your Council and it's support for your parish and community.
Fraternally,

Brother Baden
State Deputy

STATE DEPUTY TO BE GUEST SPEAKER AT OCTOBER MEETING

Worthy State Deputy, Brother Baden Clouter will be the special guest speaker at the St. Paul's Knights of Columbus general meeting on October 17th.

We will pray the Rosary at 7:00, followed by our regular meeting. Refreshments to follow

The dress code is in effect. 

Here is our Worthy Sate Deputy's Bio:

 

Baden was born in Carmanville in 1946 and moved to Stephenville in 1957.  He became a convert in 1987.  Brother Baden became a member of the Knights of Columbus on May 1, 1988.  In 1969 he married to Bonnie and they have two children, Cherrie and Sheldon.  They also have the privilege of enjoying four grandchildren, Jacob, Kaia, Brooklyn and Camden.

He started serving on OLPH Council Executive in 1989 and served on that Executive every year up to the time of being elected to the State Board.  He has served as a Trustee, Deputy Grand Knight, Recorder, Lecturer, Membership Director, Admissions Committee Chairman and Program Director. He served three (3) consecutive terms as Grand Knight from 2002 to 2005. 

Brother Baden was also Knight of the Year in 1994-1995.  He was chosen as Knight of the Month on eleven occasions since he became a member of the Knights of Columbus.  He was selected Sir Knight of the Year in OLPH Assembly for 2010.  He and his family received the Provincial Family of the year in 1991 and OLPH Council received many awards under his leadership.

Brother Baden joined the Fourth Degree on May 14, 1989.  He served as Faithful Navigator for four (4) terms from 1992-1996.  He also served as Faithful Captain. Brother Baden was appointed District Deputy for 2005-2006 and reappointed for 2006-2007. 

Brother Baden was elected to the Position of State Warden at our State Convention in 2007 and was re-elected to that position at the Convention 2008.  In July of 2008 he was appointed to the position of State Advocate by the State Executive. Brother Baden was elected to the position of State Treasurer at our State Convention in 2009 and re-elected in 2010.  He was appointed to the position of State Secretary by the State Executive in March 2011.  Brother Baden was elected to the position of State Deputy at our Convention May 2011 and re-elected in May 2012.

SEPTEMBER FIRST DEGREE

Hello all,

We have a First Degree scheduled for Sunday 30 September at St. Paul's 2:30 for 3 PM.

We need all degree team members to attend.

Please RSVP with regrets if you cannot attend?

All candidates are welcome, so talk to your prospects and get them to attend if possible.

Best regards as always,

Derm

MOTION 312

Below you will find a link to a poll being conducted by the Calgary Herald asking if the Federal Government should have a full and open debate on Motion 312.  Please circulate this link to your membership and ask as many members as possible to vote in this poll.

Please take this opportunity to have our message heard!

VOTE HERE

SEPTEMBER EVENTS

 

DATES TO REMEMBER:

Sep 01            Flea Market, St. Paul’s Gym

Sep 12            Executive meeting, Foyer of St. Paul’s Church

Sep 15            Regional Leadership Seminar, Mt. Pearl

Sept 19           First meeting of the fall, Foyer of St. Paul’s Church

Sept 30           First Degree. St. Paul’s Church.

·      The new council will be sworn in on a date to be confirmed  in the first two weeks of September.

·      The Kids Eat Smart Program will resume in September. If you have the time to volunteer, please do so.

·      Adoration will begin again in the fall.

REGIONAL LEADERSHIP TRAINING SEMINARS

The State Council will be hosting a Regional Leadership Seminar in our jurisdiction during  September/October 2012.  

These seminars have been most successful in the past. The purpose is to reach key personnel and more numbers in all 38 active councils with leadership ideas and the Columbian message on Membership/Programs.

The seminar for our region will be held in Mt. Pearl on Sept 15th, 2012 beginning at 10:00 am & running until 3:30 pm. 

The location is the Fr. John B. Kent Bldg.

·      The meetings will be conducted by State Officers, District Deputies and other State Personnel

·      The intended participants are:

Grand Knights                                  Membership Directors

Deputy Grand Knights                    Financial Secretaries                     

Program Directors                            Treasurers     

            Other Council Executive members and members are most welcome.  

State Council will provide a noon day meal at the meeting location.  

 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR FLEA MARKET

The annual St. Paul's Flea Market is taking place this weekend in the St. Paul's Junior High School Gym.

As you are no doubt aware, this is a significant undertaking. The committee organizing the event is to be commended for the commitment of time and resources.

However, like all fraternal activities, many hands make for lite work. We need volunteers to ensure that the event is a success and that a disproportionate amount of work does not fall on the shoulders of a small segment of our membership.

I know that the Labour Day Weekend is going to be a conflict for many of you. I would request that if you have not made plans to be away that you please consider donating some of your time and talent to this council endeavor.

We need volunteers as follows:

Friday 31 August 12 noon  -6 PM. St. Paul's Foyer and St F of A Annex to accept donations.

Friday 31 August 7 - 10 PM to move donations to the Gym and set up.

Saturday 1 September to Staff the Flea Market in the Gym

Saturday 1 September 2 -4 Clean up and redistribute unsold items 2 - 4 PM.

We need firm commitments ASAP.

Contact me at home: 576-2330
or via email @grandknightstpauls@gmail.com

Fraternally Yours

PETER WHITTLE

GRAND KNIGHT

MAJORITY SUPPORT MONUMENT TO THE UNBORN

OUTDOOR ROSARY

Please be advised that you are most cordially welcome to attend the annual "OUTDOOR ROSARY" to take place on Thursday August 16 at 7:30 PM at Terra Nova Council on St. Clare Avenue.

Members of the 3RD and 4 TH Degree Knights of Columbus, spouses and friends and the general public are most welcome to participate. Members of the Fourth Degree are encouraged to wear regalia.

A reception will follow.

Please note should the weather prove inclement, the saying of the Rosary will move inside the club rooms.

MONUMENT IN THE NEWS: NORTHEAST AVALON TIMES

2012 CAMERO LOTTERY WINNERS

THE POWER OF ONE

COUNCIL ACTIVITIES

Meetings are held once a month on the 3rd Wednesday of the month.

Members are reminded that the Rosary is celebrated at 7:00 pm followed by the general meeting at 7:30 pm.

There are no meetings during summer months of July & August.