April 2017

Pope John Paul II Council Business Minutes for 11APR17 Meeting
 
Pope John Paul II Council Business Meeting Agenda  

• Call to Order by GK Andy Sciacca at 7:03
• Warden’s Report (Warden Willie Towell)
• Opening Prayer led by GK Andy Sciacca
• Pledge Of Allegiance led by Warden Willie Towell
• Roll Call of Officers conducted by Recorder Don Williams

   
 

• Opening Ode (Melody set to “O Christmas Tree” )

Was sung.

• Chaplain’s Message.

Taken from Supreme Chaplain’s March newsletter.  It is an appeal for Brothers to join the McGivney Guild.  There’s no cost to join.
 
Father McGivney made charity the cornerstone of the Knights of Columbus. We are founded on God’s merciful love for us and on the works of charity and mercy we are called to do for others. As a priest who modeled his life on the Good Shepherd, Father McGivney connected the men of his parish to the practice of the faith because he knew they needed to experience God’s mercy if they would be good husbands and fathers. He also sought to ensure that the divine mercy received in the sacraments would be translated into works of mercy for the widow, the orphan and to all those who are vulnerable and in need. May Father McGivney’s vision live on in us as we seek to attract young men and their families to the Order so that they might be a part of Christ’s kingdom of charity and mercy. Let us lead by example, opening our hearts to Christ’s merciful love in prayer.

• Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting  

Minutes were distributed electronically by Recorder Don Williams, motion made, seconded and voted on to approve.

• Report of Admissions Committee and Reading of Applications (SK Dave Kuboushek). 

No applications.

• Balloting for Membership (New members, readmissions, reapplications, transfers)

None at this time.  GK Andy Sciacca did though present to Brother Martin Kirwan his official 3 ^rd Degree card.   Brother Martin had attended the 3 ^rd Degree Exemplification on 08APR17.

• Grand Knight’s Report (SK Andy Sciacca)
  • 3^rd Degree Ceremony

 Brother Martin Kirwan attended on 08APR17

• Durham Cropwalk – April 2, 2017.

$150 Donation by Council

• Roadside Cleanup – April 8, 2017.

5 bags of trash picked up by the 3 Knights who participated.  Brother Art supplied breakfast.

• State Convention – Support of Convention.

Plans have changed and there is now no need for our council to have to arrange transportation for spouses and children attending the convention.   Instead, we will be assisting at the Registration table (Friday night and Saturday morning).  Duties will mainly involve credentials.   Volunteers are needed from our council for this activity.

• March Knight of the Month – Deo Bukenya
• April  Knight of the Month – SK Mike Memrick
• April Family of the Month - SK Mike and Janice O’Kane

Additional award certificates for our fraternal year will be given out at the Installation of Officer ceremony in June.
 

• Treasurer’s Report (SK Mike Memrick)

 

• Financial Secretary (SK Mike O’Kane)

 

• Auditor’s and Trustee’s Report (SK Art Saraphis)
  • Fraternal Year 2017-2018 Slate of Officers.   Brother Art indicated there hadn’t been communication to him from other Trustees regarding slate of officers.   Some discussion from the floor regarding open positions.  After meeting, WGK has sent out the following slate of officers for election at the May meeting:

   
Also, Brother Dave Kuboushek has accepted the Public Relations Director’s appointed position.
 

• Chancellor’s Report (SK Dave Kuboushek)
  • Membership Drive

Involved placing an article in the Parish bulletin, Knights available at all Masses at the Membership display table in the Commons and Father Thanh announcing the recruiting drive at the Masses.   So far, no new members have responded to this appeal.   Brother Dave wants to contact Fr. Thanh about the Knights sponsoring a letter to new parish families.
 
Brother Dave wants to ensure that the Buddy program to support new Knights is functioning sufficiently, since many retention issues are new Knights who never get involved.
 
Note that the Family Director’s position is open given Dave’s other roles.
 

• Supreme Membership Training – April 19, 2017 @ 7:30 PM, Champs at South Point, 8030 Renaissance Parkway #885, Durham; RSVP to State Warden Chris Losack.   Plans are for Brothers Ken Johnston and Dave Kuboushek to attend.

• Service Program Reports (Brother Ken Johnston)
  • Church Director – Open
    • Food for Family – 2,085 lbs. of food donated since October 2016
  • Community Director – SK Joel Lipsey (Brother Joel not present)
    • Third Annual VA Bull City Run, Walk & Roll – Donation of $150 - May 6, 2017 (see flyer at bottom of minutes).
    • Seasonal Clothing (new & gently used).  We can send them to VA through State VA representative SK Tom Dupree.  HeHe states that clothing is needed all year long, not just winter.   He buys clothes when stores are changing over their seasonal stock at heavily discounted prices.
    • VA hospitals have list of items which are needed.
    • Coupons for Troops monthly collection ongoing in box provided by Brother Conor in church commons area.  Reminder that food and non-food coupons must be separated into different ziplock bags.
  • Council Director – SK Don Williams
    • Referenced calendar for upcoming 1^st Degree.  Due to conflict with Easter weekend, next 1^st Degree will be in May.
  • Culture of Life Director – SK Paul Hilchey
    • Mother’s Day Breakfast & Carnations (May 13^th/14^th).   We need a volunteer to be here to take receipt of the flowers when delivery truck drops them off on May 12^th and get them into water.  Knights will need to be available to distribute them after each Mass that weekend.
    • Father’s Day Renewal of Wedding Vows & Big Dog Cookout (June 25^th).   Due to some feedback to Father Thanh there won’t be a Wedding Vows renewal ceremony, only a prayer at the end of Mass.  The Dad’s Big Dog Day Cookout is intended to be held from 12:30 to 2:30 PM, involve hot dogs with all the fixins and become an annual event.   This will be a free event with a donations basket.  After meeting update – the Father’s Day Big Dog
  • Family Director – Open
  • Membership – Brother Ken Johnston
    • Supreme Membership Training – April 19, 2017 @ 7:30 PM
  • OPLAMB – SK Chris Cushing
    • Storefront & Donations Status.  New council banner (4’ x 6’) has arrived and was displayed.
  • Parish Council – SK Willie Towell
    • Brother Jacque McAllister spoke about the Parish Hall renovation update.  The rumors relating to usability of the parish center during the construction project aren’t true.  Building should still be generally usable.  Estimated construction time is 14 weeks.   Father Thanh and Brother Jacque will be heading to Raleigh to meet with Diocesan staff later this month.   Having no debt to finance should make the approval process go relatively smoothly.
  • Public Relations – SK Dave Kuboushek
    • Introduction & Goals.  He states that he’s ready to engage on this role for the council – just needs content so please send them to him and he’ll do the rest (e.g., post item to bulletin…)
    • Wants a write up about the 40 Cans for Lent project.
    • Brother Mike Peters will continue to maintain council web site.
  • Youth – SK Willie Towell
    • Donation of $400 has been budgeted for the National Catholic Youth Conference in November in Indianapolis. 
• Report of Standing Committees
• Unfinished and New Business

• 1^st Degree Ceremony – deferred to 5/21/2017 due to conflict with Easter Sunday.  Our candidate Paul Andrews was informed of this on Sunday, 23APR17 by Brother Don.
• Teen National Convention @ Indianapolis, November 2017
  • Vote to donate $400 for TYM attendees
• Creation of Officer Slate for Fraternal year 2017-2018
• GK’s planning meeting for Fraternal Year 2017 – 2018 – Saturday, April 22, 2017 @ 9:00 AM.  Light refreshments provided.
• Divine Mercy Novena: April 23, 2017 at 3:00 PM.  Honor Guard should arrive at 2:15 for preparation.   4^th Degree regalia or social attire welcomed.
• 5^th Sunday Rosary: April 29 & 30, 2017
• State Convention: May 5-7, 2017 @ Sheraton, RTP.   State Convention is open to all Knights in North Carolina, though only our 2 Brother Knights with credentials can vote.
• VA Bingo – May 17, 2017 @ 6:30 PM, 2^nd Floor CLC
• Regional Training: June 10, 2017 (7:30 – 4:30 PM).  We can expect 60 to 70 attendees.

 

• Report of the 4^th Degree (SK Dave Kuboushek)
  • Durham County Special Olympic Spring games are to be held at Durham Academy on 21APR17.   Those participating in the Color Guard should arrive by 10:00 as opening ceremony will begin at 10:20.  Post meeting note – Brothers Ray Anderson and Dave Kuboushek participated as the Color Guard.

 

• Field Agent’s Report
  • No agent assigned to our council at this time.

 

• District Deputy’s Report (SK Tim Hall)

DD was not present.
 

• Good of the Order: SK John Toohil, SK Chris Cushing, SK Mike O’Kane, Fr. Bob Diegelman, Brother Joe Marro & Family, SK Jim Godowitch, SK Joel Lipsey, Monsignor Keenan, John Sciacca Jr. & Family.  Good news regarding Brother Joe Marro and his family – his daughter’s health has improved and now there are no immediate plans for the procedure that was being considered.  His wife’s health has improved also.  Deceased Sir Knight John Pope’s granddaughter is now on a respirator in New York.   Prayers are requested.  We have no update on Brother Jim Godowitch.   Fr. Keenan has had 3 episodes of pneumonia during the winter.  Please pray for all on the Good of the Order and as well for the Egyptian Coptic Christians suffering from the recent bombing at their church.

 
Prayer to Mary: Help of Christians  
Most holy and Immaculate Virgin, Help of Christians, we place ourselves under your motherly protection. Throughout the Church’s history you have helped Christians in times of trial, temptation and danger. Time and time again, you have proven to be the Refuge of sinners, the Hope of the hopeless, the Consoler of the afflicted, and the Comforter of the dying. We promise to be faithful disciples of Jesus Christ, your Son, to proclaim His Good News of God’s love for all people, and to work for peace and justice in our world. With faith in your intercession, we pray for the Church, for our family and friends, for the poor and abandoned, and all the dying. Grant, O Mary, Help of Christians, the graces of which we stand in need. ( SK John Toohil, SK Chris Cushing, SK Mike O’Kane, Fr. Bob Diegelman, Brother Joe Marro & Family, SK Jim Godowitch, SK Joel Lipsey, Monsignor Keenan, John Sciacca Jr. & Family) May we serve Jesus with fidelity and love until death. Help us and our loved ones to attain the boundless joy of being forever with our Father in heaven. Amen.  
Mary, Help of Christians, pray for us!
 

• Lecturer’s Class (SK Paul Hilchey –not present)

 

• Closing Prayer

The McGivney Prayer
God, our Father, protector of the poor and defender of the widow and orphan, you called your priest, Father Michael J. McGivney, to be an apostle of Christian family life and to lead the young to the generous service of their neighbor. Through the example of his life and virtue may we follow your Son, Jesus Christ, more closely, fulfilling his commandment of charity and building up his Body which is the Church. Let the inspiration of your servant prompt us to greater confidence in your love so that we may continue his work of caring for the needy and the outcast. We humbly ask that you glorify your venerable servant Father Michael J. McGivney on earth according to the design of your holy will. Through his intercession, grant the favor I now present (here make your request). Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
 

• Closing Ode Melody set to “My Country ‘Tis of Thee”

Now our evening’s work is done, then let us ev’ry one, join in a song. Long may our order stand, foremost in this free land, ready with heard and hand, to right each wrong. We have a mission great, true to our church and state, onward we move. We dry the mourner’s tear, the tired heart we cheer, faith in our works appear, upheld by love.
 

• Adjournment at 8:45.

 
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Daily Recitation: Great Prayer for Life
Eternal Father, Source of Life, strengthen us with your Holy Spirit to receive the abundance of life you have promised. Open our hearts to see and desire the beauty of your plan for life and love. Make our love generous and self-giving so that we may be blessed with joy. Grant us great trust in your mercy. Forgive us for not receiving your gift of life and heal us from the effects of the culture of death. Instill in us and all people reverence for every human life. Inspire and protect our efforts on behalf of those most vulnerable especially the unborn, the sick and the elderly. We ask this in the Name of Jesus, who by His Cross makes all things new. Amen. Our Lady of Guadalupe, pray for us.