Grand Knight Message
First, I would like to wish everyone a happy and prosperous 2012. It is hard to believe that half the Fraternal Year has passed.
The New Year allows us to make resolutions for the upcoming year. Some want to lose weight, some plan to change some part of the behavior. We all should resolve to become closer with our Lord. We could attend an extra mass during the week, or say more rosaries. We still have a weekly Rosary at the All Saints Chapel on Tuesday nights at 7 pm.
We also can be better Knights this upcoming year. We can practice the principles of our order: Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism. If you have not attended an event, come to a meeting, or helped out at bingo, the New Year is the time to resolve becoming more active in the Knights. We will welcome you with open arms and you will receive more than you give. Please see the Newsletter and contact the chairmen listed.
You should have received your annual dues bill in the mail. For that $42 annual fee you receive the following benefits: Attend 24 meetings with a meal served afterwards, Free events such as Memorial Day picnic, 4th of July picnic, Labor Day picnic, Awards Night, and the adult Christmas Party. There are free events for the kids like Breakfast with Santa, Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, and the kids Halloween Party. You also receive the Columbia magazine every month and have the opportunity to purchase Insurance products from the Order. So if you have not paid you dues when you read this, please do as soon as possible. If for some reason you cannot pay your dues, please contact me and we will try to work something out.
DGK Message
Brothers,
In January, Brother Brian Henslee hosted the monthly family breakfast. Thank you to all the volunteers and attendees that made this event successful. We have more exciting events planned in the coming months and for our programs to be successful, we need YOU to be involved. I would also like to thank the Ladies Auxiliary for all the support that they have shown at our events thus far this year.
Remember, the Council Bingo program is very successful and is the main source of funding for all of our programs, events, and charitable works. If you are already on a Bingo team, Thank You! If not, why not come on out and lend a helping hand. Bingo funds all of our charitable works for the parish and the community, without the volunteers who support our Bingo program, the Council would not be able to provide assistance to the many charities which we assist including but not limited to All Saints Church and School, Medical Missionaries, AAA Women for Choice, Birthright of Manassas, etc.
Six-Point Meetings will be held the third Tuesday of every month at 7:30 in the Club Room. Feel free to attend these event planning meetings.
The following events are scheduled during the few months:
Council Blood Drive – Saturday, February 4th 8 AM – 2 PM
Chairman: Greg Rebbert 703-335-5608
Valentine’s Dinner and Dance – Saturday, February 11th 6:30 PM
Cost: $25 per person Chairman: Carlos Sousa 703-589-4179
Family Breakfast – Sunday, February 19th after 9:30 AM Mass
Cost: Donations Chairman: Brian Henslee 703-365-2093
Family Breakfast – Sunday, March 18th after 9:30 AM Mass
Cost: Donations Chairman: Brian Henslee 703-365-2093
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny – Saturday, March 31st 9:00 AM
Cost: Free Chairman: Bill Gaynord 703-369-0976
RCIA/RCIC Reception – Saturday, April 7th after Easter Vigil
Cost: Free Chairman: Russ Keating 703-367-0831
Family Breakfast – Sunday, April 15th after 9:30 AM Mass
Cost: Donations Chairman: Brian Henslee 703-365-2093
Spring Dance – Saturday, April 21st 6:30 PM
Knight of the Month
Earlier this year our Financial Secretary, PGK Scott Drummond had to step down from his position. Another PGK, George Fontaine agreed to fill in for 3 months. This still meant we had to find a person to fill the position on a more permanent basis, the Financial Secretary is appointed to a 3 year term by Supreme.
We asked various people if they would be interested. All declined, mentioning the time commitment that the position entails. The Financial Secretary is responsible for all monies coming into the Council. He also is responsible for getting dues notices out, as well as keeping up to date with Supreme on all membership information.
Finally, with our deadline approaching, a brother Knight stepped forward to accept this position. He was retired and has a background in accounting.
During the 7 months he has served, he has been an invaluable asset to me and this Council. Whenever I needed an answer or something done, this Brother has been right on top of it. We are fortunate to have this Brother as our Financial Secretary.
So it is my pleasure to award Dan Beber as Knight of the Month for January, 2012.Family of the Month
This family has been involved in the Council for many years. He is one of our Lecturers, involved in preparing meals for Council meetings, as well as edifying us. He also cooks at family breakfast and at many Council events. He is also helps out in the Bingo kitchen, and is active in the Assembly as well.
His mom is a former President of the Ladies Auxiliary. She also works in the Bingo kitchen, and helps out at many Council events.
For their long and continuing service to our Council, I would like to award Family of the Month for January 2012, to the James Dagley family.
