2009 HOLY ROSARY COUNCIL #4483 June NEWSLETTER
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Message from OUR GRAND KNIGHT
Brother Knights,
How quickly time passes! It seems like the fraternal year has just begun, but it is actually ending.
This will be my final GK message, although I will continue to do whatever I can to help the Council as a Trustee.
There have been many changes in the last year, some good, some less so. We have a continuing opportunity to grow the Council and increase the effectiveness of our programs. I am confident that the incoming officers will be successful in achieving these goals.
Our Worthy DGK Ed Wendling and I attended the State Convention, along with our Worthy DD Tony Beaudette. I was struck by a couple of thoughts presented:
1) "What Works - Team Work"
2) "We are one order"
The take-away is that we are not only about fundraisers, or social programs, or running a clubhouse. We are a Brotherhood of Catholic gentlemen serving our Churches, members, and communities, with the support of our State and Supreme Councils. Let's keep this is mind.
In closing, I would like to thank Tom Moriarty, who has worked so hard to get our message out to the membership through the newsletter, and has had to put up with the chronic tardiness of at least one newsletter contributor (me).
Vivat Jesus,
Bob Holpuch GK
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We all know someone who is in need of, or can use, prayers. Let us all remember those listed below as well.
Ray Check, Ed Chiappetta, Marilyn Dockus, Al Eberhardt, Mae Gallager, Don Hecht, John Helminski, Tom Reading, Mary Kenney, Phil Krueger, Cathy Morrow, Fred Sharkey, Phil Smith, Mike Vincenzo, John Urban’s sister, Anne.
In addition, let us not forget -- All of our United States Military troops that are in harm’s way.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS/REMINDERS
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Seton Assembly -- Thanks to all of our 4th Degree Knights who participated in the Arlington Heights Memorial Day Parade and thanks to Bruce McIntosh for the use of his trailer for the 4483 float. Going forward, we will be participating in the Arlington Heights 4th of July Parade and are working on us getting into the Rolling Meadows 4th Parade for the first time!! Yes, two parades in one day!! Details to follow. Our new Commander is Sir Knight Jack Hyneman and all Honor Guards will be run through this fine fellow. Next time you see Jack, please congratulate him and his work. God bless us all.
Mark Stastny
President of Sword & Baldric Club
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Summer Council Picnic -- Are you ready for some outdoor fun!! Come one, come all to the Summer Council #4483 Picnic!! The date has been set for Sunday, July 19th 2009. It will start with a mass at noon.
More details will be forthcoming. Anyone wishing to help, please contact Dave Peterson or Ed Wendling.
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Mother Mary, May I Take 3 Giant Steps – Bible / Prayer / Catechism
Are you interested in increasing your spirituality and your knowledge of the Catholic faith? Come join us for Mother Mary, May I … which is held at the Knights’ Hall on the last Wednesday of every month at 7:15 p.m. In June, the focus will continue to be on the Acts of the Apostles and the sacraments. We will hear noted Catholic bible scholar, Jeff Cavins, discuss Acts and listen to Fr. John Corapi explain the sacraments based on their descriptions in the Catechism of the Catholic Church..
Please note that, on Wednesday, June 24, at 7:15 p.m., the session will be held at the home of the Schoenwalds' (303 N. Hickory Ave., just north of the KC Hall) due to a scheduling conflict. We will begin the session with the rosary, view the Jeff Cavins DVD on Acts chapters 8 - 15 (the second wave of Church expansion - the old Kingdom of Israel), recite the Chaplet of Divine Mercy, and view the Fr. Corapi DVD on “The Eucharist and the Sacrament of Penance.” This session will be repeated at the home of the Schoenwalds' on Saturday June 27, at 9:45 a.m.
We look forward to seeing you there.
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Unity in Charity -- Our Council, at the May meeting, made donations to the following "respect life" organizations: Misericordia and Little Sisters of the Poor.
Our annual Respect Life Campaign is currently in progress. Please consider making a donation. A mailing was made the 1st week in April. Your support is needed both in prayer and contributions.
Our Council also made a donation to the following charity: Chicago Institutue of Neurosurgery and Neuroresearch in honor of PKN Tom Lazzara's son-in-law.
The "Charity Committee" meets monthly on the third Thursday at 7:30 PM, just before the social meeting. It welcomes requests for donations to" qualified" charitable and respect life organizations.
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Lucky Buck tickets may still be purchased at one for $10, three for $25 or seven for $40. Contact Mike McMahon. Remember, we have three $50 winners each month. You could be our next winner!
Lucky buck winners for May were John Naylor, Fred Sharkey and Tarry Hoskins.
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Lucky Buc
Mark Stastny & Dave Kasper are collecting pop tops from cans, and stuffed animals. In addition, they is also collecting shampoos and toiletries to send to the troops. If you have any, please bring them in, so we may send them along.
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Message from our Insurance Agent
If you’re like me, you derive great joy from your children. It’s a great feeling when a teacher, coach or fellow parent compliments you on your child. We all know that raising children these days is no easy task, especially when the values we’re trying to instill in them – concern for others, accepting responsibility for their actions, saving money rather than spending it – seem to run counter to what society is trying to teach them. Yet these are exactly the values that tend to draw compliments from teachers, coaches and fellow parents.
We also know that the best way to teach is by example. If you carry enough life insurance to protect your family, and if you share - with those of your children old enough to understand - why that’s important, you’re exhibiting and imparting many of the values you hope your children will absorb.
You’ll show them by example that you love them and are concerned about their welfare. You’ll show them that you take your responsibility to provide for your family seriously, and that you want to make sure they’re provided for even if you’re not around. And you’ll show them that investing money in your life insurance protection is more important than the new set of golf clubs you might want, the newest and best home theater system you’ve had your eye on, or whatever else you might be sacrificing to pay the premiums.
Sure, they’ll probably roll their eyes at you as you’re explaining this, and they’ll certainly moan and groan if they can’t get the newest CD, video game or piece of clothing. But they learn from what you do – just like they learn from what you don’t do. What lessons do you want to teach them?
I want to meet with you to review your existing coverage. Based upon that review, and on the comprehensive needs analysis that I’ll perform, free of charge, we’ll be able to put a plan in place that will meet your needs, goals and budget.
Call me at 847 259-4975, email robkofc@yahoo.com
Your Company is now crediting 3.75% on new Annuity premium deposits of $10,000 or more received in the Home Office between April 1st and June 30, 2009. This rate will be credited on these premiums until December 31, 2009, 3.50% will be credited on deposits under $10,000, 3.00% guaranteed! Early surrender charges may apply.
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ATTENTION MEMBERS!!!
HAVE YOU CONSIDERED RENTING OUR HALL FOR YOUR COMPANY OR FAMILY EVENT?
AS A MEMBER OF THE COUNCIL, YOU WILL RECEIVE A REDUCED RENTAL RATE!!!!!
CONTACT MR. RANDY HOWELL AT 847-255-4483 FOR MORE DETAILS.
UTILIZE OUR HALL FOR YOUR NEXT EVENT!!!!
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