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August 2008 Volume 2 Issue 21
Official Publication of Fr. Thomas Price Council 2546
Raleigh Knights
What a turnout! It seems like every year it just gets better and better the way council 2546 honors the birth of our nation with some good ole fash-ioned patriotic celebrating. From the hamburgers and hot dogs cooked by GK Ed Rogosich along with some help from our newest PGK Jim Humphrys to the fireworks grand finale and everything else in between, a grand time was had by all. Thanks to brother D.J. Pavik for sup-plying the slip and slide for the kids, it was in use all day....even during the brief rain! Much thanks to the set up crews who moved tables, chairs and cleaned up. Not enough can be said about all who helped clean up afterwards.....all of you know who are you are and there are just too
many to name you all. Thanks to my Pyro crew and to Charlie Dobbins for the music. A real big thank you to all the raffle ticket sellers....you guys rock. Much appreciation goes out to all who attended and pur-chased 50/50 tickets. On behalf of our newest Grand Knight, Ed Rogosich, we hope you all enjoyed yourselves and we hope to see you for years to come. It is through your support and charity that allows us to continue these great celebrations. To be able to put on a picnic such as this takes a lot of planning and man-power. Fortunately, here at 2546 we have such a core of dedicated Knights and if you’re a member and wish to become more involved, we recommend you start now....you’ll be glad you did!
Please be thankful for our forefathers who went through terrific struggles against great odds to insure that our country was formed and grew strong.
And last but certainly not least, a very warm and sincere thanks to all of our Armed Forces personnel who are now serving our country, have served in the past or made the supreme sacri-fice. It is because of them that we are able to continue to express our rights and freedom and to assemble and celebrate as we do.
GOD BLESS YOU ALL
GOD BLESS AMERICA
&
GOD BLESS THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
4Th OF JULY........COUNCIL 2546 STYLE
The slip-n-slide provided by Brother D.J. Pavik was a huge success as the kids stayed active on all day long. Ryan Anderson, son of Brother Dave Anderson sparkles as he awaits the fireworks show.............more pix on page 7
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Raleigh Knights is published monthly for the members and families of Fr. Thomas Price Council 2546. This publication is meant to inform and entertain its readers as well as solicit Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism.
The officers, directors, contributors and editor hope you enjoy its contents and welcome your views and input. Here are your Council Officers and Directors for 2008-2009.
Grand Knight Ed Rogosich 1607 Sunrise Ave. Raleigh, NC 27608 h (919) 833-0302 c (919) 395-0060 email [email protected]
Chaplain: Deacon Steve Lewendowski Deputy Grand Knight: Michael Costanza Chancellor: Mark Palko Financial Secretary: Michael Ames Treasurer: Dave Bayard Recorder Joe Ryan
Warden: Dan Danford Inside Guards: Ken Maldonado PGK/Emmanuel Ezeobi Outside Guard Tony Infantino Advocate: Carmine Sacchitello PGK Lecturer: open
Trustees 3rd Year: Ron Duffy PGK 2nd Year: Rich Ferraro PGK 1st Year Jim Humphrys PGK
Columbus Club Officers President; Rich Ferraro PGK Vice President Jerry Santoro PGK Treasurer: Ed Bartoszewski
Secretary: Tony Infantino Trustees: Tom Monck, Vinnie Sheehan, Ed Rogosich
Directors: Church: Eric Goldman, Family: Steven Beausang, Youth: Matt Leonhard, Council: Open, Community: Shawn Densmore, Membership: Tony Difede, Op L.A.M.B. Jerry Santoro, Pro Life: Ed Rogosich, Sunshine: Jim McGowen PGK 1st Degree Captain: Ron Duffy PGK, 2nd Degree Captain: John Nussbaum PGK
District Deputy: Historian: John Norkus PGK Webmaster: Matt Leonhard Pond Manager: Tom Monck Newsletter Editor: Rich Ferraro PGK
From the Editor
Greetings Brother Knights,
As you can see on pages 8 and 9 I have included a three month calendar as there are many important dates to remember. Grand Knight Ed Rogosich called for and held a Program Directors meeting on July 19th to plan events, socials and fundraisers for the upcoming year. The soul purpose was to keep you, our members, more aware so that you can stay or become more involved. The importance of communication is vital for any organization to reach its goals and remain suc-cessful and we as Knights are no different. The meeting lasted about 4 1/2 hours and was attended by about 15 Officers and Directors. It was put together very well as DGK Michael Costanza assisted the Grand Knight in the preparation, in-cluding lunch. Your Grand Knight, Ed Rogosich, along with the Officers and Directors are committed to keeping us all abreast of what’s on the horizon not only at the Council level, but in the Church and Community as well. With input, ideas and suggestions coming from all in attendance, topics such as new and existing fund raisers, socials and council events were discussed and noted on huge 12 month calendar. These events will posted to the website calendar as well as
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Under Good of The Order: Knight of Month: Steve Beausang/Mike Costanza Family of the Month: Eric and Sabrina Goldman GK and DGK called for a Special meeting on Sat July 19th to plan the 08/09 council schedule. All officers are asked to attend. Clothing available with Council Logo, jackets, shirts, and hats. Contact Joe Ryan, see add in the newsletter. Please pray for those who are sick: Pat Scalise, Deacon Steve son Mark, Ed Rogosich sister in law, Jim McGowan’s son David, GK Jim’s Parents, Despard & Margaret Humphrys, Mark Palko. Tim Deyer. Please pray for those who have died: Bro Al & Elenore Ruocchio, Bro Ken Growney. Ann Norkus, Bro Earnie Major, Jim Kepple, Bro Jerry Keas, Angelo Costanzo, Dick Overton, Jim Steffel, Robert A Norkus, Bruce Rollins, Julie Perry. Pray for all our Armed Forces Personnel
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Grand Knights Report Brothers All,
It's that time of the year again. Yearly dues notices have been mailed out. BUT, please know and understand that it is my belief that CHARITY (being one of our princi-pals) starts with our brothers. No one brother should let his membership lapse because yearly dues are a burden or hardship. Your Knight Brothers are here to support you and we need all to contribute with their talents and time so that we may solidly support of Bishops, Clergy, charities and churches. Feel free to contact me person-ally with any concerns which will be kept private.
Now that I've been Grand Knight officially for all of ten days, I feel like I've been involved in more within those ten days than I had been for ten months as Deputy Grand Knight. This leads me to give a big thanks to Jim Humphry's for his year of service and I now appreciate all that he has done and I know my job last year was easier because of his dedication. Michael Costanzo, you will not have it that easy. I need help.
Our deepest condolences go out to the Jim Steffel family with his recent passing. Jim was a stalwart of the Knights and of this council. Please say a prayer for the repose of his soul. I'm sure he is in heaven fishing all day and catching big ones.
VIVAT JESUS FRATERNALLY,
Edward M. Rogosich Grand Knight 2546
919-833-0302 (Home) 919-395-0060 (Cell) [email protected]
Chaplains Report Visit the Catholic Voice NC at:
http://www.catholicvoicenc.org/index.html
Don’t forget to also visit our website for links to Catholic, spiritual and religious websites as well as websites con-cerning Birth Choice, weekly podcasts from Supreme and a host of other topics concerning The Knights and its members.
Praying the Rosary, staying informed with your church and lending a hand to those less fortunate than you are all part of being a Knight. As we go about our busy lives, we need to remember that there is more to life than just mak-ing a buck or getting ahead.
Many of us may ask what can the Knights do for me to help me better my life and the lives of others and all we have to do to help us find the answers is to review what we have learned from our Degrees. Charity, Unity, Frater-nity, Patriotism and most importantly..........Prayer.
Please revisit these virtues by attending our next 1st De-gree prior to our August business meeting. Whether you’ve been a Knight for a few months or for a few dec-ades, please make the effort to get back in touch with the Knights and yourself.
Vivat Jesus
Catholic Voice NC facilitates a grassroots effort by con-cerned Catholics in North Carolina to educate and influence our lawmakers. Register today, it’s free! When an important issue arises you will receive an e-mail alert with the option to contact your legislator to express your Catholic views
This is truly something to that makes you feel proud to be an American and a Catholic … now let’s get busy.
NC Bishops Unite to Defend Human Life and the Sanctity of Marriage
Most Reverend Bishop Peter Jugis (Diocese of Charlotte) and Bishop Michael Burbidge (Diocese of Raleigh) announced the formation of a holy coalition called CatholicVoiceNC.org during a press conference outside the Legislative Building in downtown Raleigh. This website is designed to send out legislative alerts to over 800,000 Catholics in NC. Bishop Burbidge described how legislation moves so quickly that bills can be presented and voted on before anyone knows about. As responsible citizens, Catholic citizens, we have the right and holy obligation to work for just laws that are consistent with our Catholic faith. Our faith is not forbidden in the public arena, it must inform us and empower us to act.
The following topics will especially be monitored: Respect Life
Embryonic Stem Cell Research Immigration End of Life
These items are currently being discussed:
The Marriage Amendment (Our Faithful Bishops introduced this bill to clearly define marriage as “a union between one man and one woman”.
The School Violence Protection Act (The bill itself is acceptable without special groups defined, but some are trying to add sexual orientation as a special
group, which we as Catholics oppose) Choose Life License Plates – this has been held up in the finance committee for
years. We insist it be voted by the people.
Be a faithful Catholic and citizen of our county and register today at CatholicVoiceNC.org.
When you register the site guides you through find your representatives and senator. When an alert is issued about a particular issue you will receive an e-mail. You can then send a note to each of your representatives. This is a powerful tool to speak our hearts and minds about social issues that intersect with our faith. Thank you to out very own successors of Peter, our Shepherds - Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Jugis! For more information or for help with the site contact Eric Goldman, Church Director @ 919-337-5308 or at [email protected] The fate of unborn millions will depend on this Army.” - George Washington. “ The first primary duty of Government is to protect innocent human life.” - Thomas Jefferson “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. “ – US Declaration of Independence
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CHURCH REPORT ERIC GOLDMAN
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Biking to Build a Culture of Life
“The Church needs your energies, your enthusiasm, your youthful ideas, in order to make the Gospel of Life penetrate the fabric of society, transforming people's hearts and the structures of society in order to create a civilization of true justice and love.” ~Pope John Paul II- Denver 1993
The 2nd Annual Bike for Life Pilgrimage will spin from August 8th -16th and we’ll cycle from Wilmington to Raleigh and end in DC at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. Here we will converge with many other groups like the Missionaries of the Eucharist and Crossroads. Joining us on their bikes and in full habit are three Franciscan Friars of the Renewal (www.franciscanfriars.com/) and Fr. Peter West of the Priests for Life (www.priestsforlife.org). This year’s theme is “Speaking for Those Who Have No Voice” and it’s mission is to encourage the faithful to live out their vocations in the light of the Gospel of Life. There will be daily Mass, Holy Hours, and talks on building the Culture of Life. See the events schedule at www.BikeForLifePilgrimage.com. All are invited. The pilgrimage begins on August 8th 7:30 am with Mass at the NCSU Doggett Center (Catholic Student Center). The Doggett Center was the home of Bishop Waters, the 3rd Bishop of Raleigh. “Equal rights are accorded, therefore, to every race . . . and within the church building itself everyone is given the privilege to sit or kneel wherever he desires . . . I am not unmindful, as a Southerner, of the force of this virus of prejudice among some persons in the South, as well as in the North. I know, however, that there is a cure for this virus, and that is our faith.” - Bishop Waters. Following Mass, Msgr. Hadden will speak about his experiences s during desegregation of Catholic Churches in the south. During the journey we will look back at other unique times and individuals of our Catholic History. These periods of history shared many common acts and attitudes. While the sanctity and dignity of innocent human life is disregarded, too many people were silent. The Holy Father has challenged us to recapture the Catholic vision of reality in America to return to truth and moral principals for the nation’s life and to secure our democratic future. In his address at the White House Pope Benedict XVI stated,
“The framers of this nation’s founding documents drew upon this conviction when they proclaimed the “self-evident truth” that all men are created equal and endowed with inalienable rights grounded in the laws of nature and of nature’s God. The course of American history demonstrates the difficulties, the struggles, and the great intellectual and moral resolve which were demanded to shape a society which faithfully embodied these noble principles. In that process, which forged the soul of the nation, religious beliefs were a constant inspiration and driving force, as for example in the struggle against slavery and in the civil rights movement. In our time too, particularly in moments of crisis, Americans continue to find their strength in a commitment to this patrimony of shared ideals and aspirations and… Democracy can only flourish, as your founding fathers realized, when political leaders and those whom they represent are guided by truth and bring the wisdom born of firm moral principle to decisions affecting the life and future of the nation.”
Help the Bike for Life Pilgrims spread the Gospel of Life by offering Cliff Bars, PowerAde, Gas or Grocery Gift Cards and monetary donations. Contact Sabrena Goldman 919-523-1945 or [email protected]. Visit us at www.bikeforlifepilgrimage.com
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1. During the battle for Okinawa, fought from April-June 1945, a lot of Kamikaze pilots missed their targets of U.S. ships and crashed harmlessly into the sea. The reason being was that the night before their mission, ceremonies were held for them and much Sake (Japanese wine) was consumed by the pilots. So, when they took off the next morning for their mission, they were drunk and missed their targets.
2. Of the 6,670 paratroopers of the 101st airborne that jumped in the early hours of June 6th 1944, only 2000 were not killed or wounded when the battle of Normandy ended in mid-July.
3. The air battle over the Philippine sea fought on June 19, 1944 just about destroyed Japanese air power. The Japanese lost 378 planes while the Americans lost just 23. the U.S. Navy pilots named this battle “The Marianas Turkey shoot.”
4. Mother’s Cross was a Nazi medal given to German women to encourage them to have more children for the father-land. The medal came in three grades: Bronze for 5 kids, silver for 6 or 7 kids and gold for 8 or more. It was every year on August 12th, the birthday of Hitler’s mother. The medal was started in 1938.
5. On December 7th 1941, Pearl harbor was not the only target the Japanese attacked. They also attacked and captured Wake Island. Only 524 Americans defended the island and killed over 5000 Japanese before they were over-whelmed.
6. When the Allies took off to bomb the oil fields in Ploesti, Romania in August, 1943, the Germans had intercepted the Allies radio transmissions and were waiting for them. Of the 177 Allied bombers on the raid, 108 were shot down with the loss of 579 Allied airmen.
7. The movie “PT 109” starring actor cliff Robertson was about President Kennedy’s war experience. The movie was released in 1963, the same year Kennedy was assassinated. Robertson was rejected for service because of poor eye-sight.
8. Joseph Goebbels, Hitler’s minister of propaganda said of the battle for Russia, “We cannot stand such a drain for long. If it continues, we will slowly bleed to death in the east.” He was right, the Germans did bleed to death in Rus-sia.
9. Linz was the Austrian city where Hitler was born. He intended to make it the new capital of the German Reich after the war. So much for the new German capital.
10. London was the selected sight for the 1944 Olympic games which, as we know, never took place. The reason WW II.
COLUMBUS CLUB REPORT:
Our annual Columbus club meeting and elections were held on Sunday, July 13th and the attendance was minimal. Be-sides the annual report on profit/loss and what the board accomplished last year, elections were held for two vacant spots. Brothers Tony Infantino and Tom Monck were unanimously voted in for another term and will continue in their previous roles as secretary and trustee. In addition two board members have switched positions, which was voted on and approved unanimously. Rich Ferraro PGK is now President and Jerry Santoro PGK is now Vice President. The board would like to thank all who attended and looks forward to another prosperous year. In doing so we look to you, the members, for your support and guidance. Every member of Council 2546 is a member of the Columbus Club and should participate and help in keeping our council strong and vibrant. There is still a lot of work to be done and we need you, your ideas, and your suggestions. This is your Columbus Club....are you ready to take ownership?
Rich Ferraro PGK
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Y outh R ep ort – Au gus t 2008 B ro the rs, I’m l ook ing fo rw ard to be ing your Y ou th D ire ct o r th is yea r and w elc om e a ny su gge st ions fo r Y ou th eve n ts you wou l d li ke to s ee inc lude d i n th i s yea rs p l an . I a nd the o t her O ffice rs & D irec to rs m et on Ju ly 19 th t o p lan t he c ale ndar, so chec k the c ale ndar fo r ne w add i ti ons. Y ou ca n als o che ck t he we b si te c al endar fo r t he la tes t s chedu l e - h t tp :// ko fc2546 .o rg / W e w il l be ha v ing a fundra is er c ar w ash on Au gus t 23 r d from 9a m – 1pm at the C ounc il . If your k i ds, te ena ge rs o r you c an he lp , p le ase le t m e know. T he p roc eeds are to hel p fund our Y ou th and F am i l y p rogra m s . W e’re al so p l ann ing a P aren t s K n i gh t ou t/ Boa rd Ga m e Ni gh t fo r S ep t. 12 th from 5pm – 10pm . M a rk your c al endars an d sta y t uned fo r m ore i n fo rm at ion . W e st arte d ou t t he new year w i th a B A N G a nd I m e an tha t li tera lly ! W ha t a g re at 4 th o f Ju ly Pi cn ic w e had , c oord inat ed a s usual , by “M r. Fi rew orks” - R ic h Fe rraro P G K. I’m su re the re w ill be o the r report s c overi ng t h is even t , bu t I R E AL LY wa n ted to tha nk DJ P av ic fo r the in fla tab l e “S li p & S li de ”!! W ha t a pe rfec t th i ng fo r a ho t Ju l y da y! W e ha d p la nned s evera l o t he r k ids gam e s, bu t m os t o f the k ids w ere ha v ing too good o f a tim e t o pu l l t hem a wa y. I a lso w an te d to t hank m y w ife J a n and S te ve B eausang , t he ne w F am i ly D irec to r, fo r he lp ing p l an som e ga m e s a nd ge tti ng m a teri als and p riz es . A s a lw ays , p lea se se nd m e any p ic tu res to pos t t o the we bsi te. I have a bunc h from the 4 th from B ro t her R ic h , bu t w ou ld a pprecia te an y o t hers em ail ed to w ebm as te r@ kofc2546 .o rg M att
Council Report
We are still seeking out someone to take over as Council Director and anybody who feels they have the desire to step up should contact the Grand Knight as soon as possi-ble. The Council Director has the task of planning all Council events, such as the Christmas party, Super Bowl party and all other Council events. It is a position that does require some planning and hard work, but the outcome usually outweighs the ef-fort.
As of right now there are several Council events happening in the coming months. Please check the calendars for time and dates or contact the Grand Knight for more information. You may also contact the newsletter editor, Rich Ferraro for informa-tion as well. As always, we look forward to seeing all of you at our Council socials and events. Thank You
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SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 Installation
Dinner/Social 2
3 4 5 6 Business Meeting 8:00
7 8 BIKE FOR LIFE BEGINS
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10 11 12 Columbus Club Meeting 7:30 PM Anniversary of Fr. McGivney’s Birth
13 Anniversary of Fr. McGivney’s Death Mass @ St Joseph’s 7:00 PM
14 15 Feast Of The Assumption
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17 4th Annual Picnic 3:30 @ the Pavilion
18 19 20 21 22 A Knight At The Races 7:30 PM
23 Family Car Wash Fund Raiser 9– 1:00
24 25 26 Officers/Directors Meet-ing 7:30 PM
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in our monthly newsletter. They will also be discussed at our monthly busi-ness meetings, so it’s important for all to attend. Matt Leonhard, (Webmaster) and I have committed to continue re-porting to you in a thorough and timely manner and we are always open for new ideas, suggestions and articles. In closing, I would like to ask one favor of you. When you receive your news-letter read it, share it with your family, print it off if you receive it electroni-cally, post the calendars on your refrig-erator with that silly magnet from your last vacation! Tell us what you like or dislike about the newsletter or website. Remember, Communication is the key!
Rich Ferraro PGK
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SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 Labor Day 2 3 Business
Meeting 8:00 PM
4 5 6 Run for Life at SAS Soccer Park
7 8 9 Columbus Club Meeting 7:30 PM
10 11 9/11 Remem-brance day
12 Parents Knight Out/Game Night 5-10:00 PM
13 St. Joes Pig Pickin ?
14 Newsletter Reports Due
15 16 17 18 19 20 State Golf Tour-nament @ Pinehurst
21 4th Degree Meeting 2:00 PM
22 23 Officers/Directors Meet-ing 7:30 PM
24 25 Op L.A.M.B. Tootsie Roll Street Drive
26 Op L.A.M.B. Tootsie Roll Street Drive
27 Op L.A.M.B. Tootsie Roll Street Drive
28 Op L.A.M.B. Tootsie Roll Street Drive
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SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 3 Business
Meeting 8:00 PM 2 Op L.A.M.B. Tootsie Roll Street Drive
2 Op L.A.M.B. Tootsie Roll Street Drive
2 Op L.A.M.B. Street Drive Dog Show @ Sa-cred Heart ????
2 Op L.A.M.B. Tootsie Roll Street Drive
6 9 Columbus Club Meeting 7:30 PM
8 9 10 Bike For Life Movie Night
11 Sacred Heart School Fall Festi-val ???????
12 Youth Soccer Challenge
13 14 15 Newsletter Reports Due
16 17 A Knight @ The Races 7:30 PM
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21 4th Degree Meeting 2:00 PM
20 Justice for All @NCSU
21 Justice for All @NCSU
22 23 24 Bike For Life Movie Night (Alternate)
25 4th Degree Exemplification @ Greensboro
26 Kids Hal-loween Party 2:00 PM
27 23 Officers/Directors Meet-ing 7:30 PM
29 30 31 Adult Halloween Party 7:30 PM
October 2008
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August 2008 Newsletter Raleigh Knights is published monthly for the members of the Knights of Columbus, Father Thomas F. Price Council #2546. Editor: Rich Ferraro, PGK Council Phone (919) 231-3315 4301 Columbus Club Drive Raleigh, NC 27604 Council email: [email protected] Council Website:www.kofc2546.org State website: www.kofcnc.org Supreme website: www.kofc.org
