Tuesday, August 3, 2010

Message from the Grand Knight

Good Day Brothers All

On behalf of the newly elected Officers of Council 6099, thank you. Thank you for your confidence in our desire to serve you and our council. Thank you in advance for your support this coming fraternal year; and most importantly, thank you for your prayers, that we may execute our offices to the glory of God.

Corky and I have made the commitment to have a monthly newsletter mailed out to you to keep you informed and therefore involved in your council – The Best Council in the State of TN! You can expect the coming month’s calendar of events, words of encouragement, invitations to service, and requests for updated contact information so we can continue to keep in touch with you.

For this month I would like to outline my focus for the coming year. I hope you will agree with me that these steps will help us build on the great success of our past and propel us to even greater success in the future.

6099 is counting on you for success 1 – 2 – 3

1. One new member every month. We have many great charitable projects and we need the men to make them successful, the more good men we have the more charitable projects we can tackle. I am not talking about –just a new member - I am talking about Good Catholic Men; someone like you. Someone who is involved in their family, their church and the community, these are the men we want.
2. Two Brothers at every function. Two men are better than one (to paraphrase Ecclesiastes 4:9). What task is not easier when two men tackle the job? Remember when you proposed a Brother Knight? When was the last time you brought a Brother Knight to a business meeting, social meeting or event? Pick your favorite Brother and get them to join us.
3. Three hours of service every month. We need all Brothers involved to make our project burdens light and to fulfill our call to service. Imagine what impact we would have on our community if every single Brother gave 3 hours a month to the Good Works of our Order. Consider these examples. 1 hour for a business meeting + a 2 hour MR drive shift = 3 hours a month and this is jut 2 days out of your month. How about 1 hour business meeting + 1 hour social + 1 hour faith night = 3 hours. 1 hour business meeting + 6 rosaries = 3 hours. You get the idea, and if you need more ideas just call me.

The best way to reach me to share your thoughts and ideas is on my cell phone or email. You all know how much I travel for work, but this means I always have my cell phone and computer close by. I look forward to see you all, involved, very soon.

Vivat Jesus

Victor Williams – GK 6099
423.645.0745, victor.williams@agilysys.com

Supreme Convention News

The 128th Supreme Convention is taking place this week in Washington DC with the theme "I am My Brother's Keeper". Click here to see the latest news, including links to the Supreme Knight's Annual Report, the winner of the Gaudiem et Spies Award, and info and photos from the Opening Mass. It's the next best thing to being there!

Interview with Supreme Knight Carl Anderson

Video interview with Supreme Knight Carl Anderson at the 128th Supreme Convention in Washington DC.

Luau for MC this Saturday!


It's Luau Time!! Pull out the cabana-wear and join your brother Knights and Ladies at the annual MC Luau this Saturday, 7p-?, at the Hall. Only $15 a ticket gets you access to LIVE music and delicious island-themed treats by Chef Steve. All proceeds raised will go to support our MC Charities - Signal Centers, Orange Grove Center, and Azuwer. So far, we have raised over $11,000 this year, and our goal is to set a record with over $20,000! YOU can help and have fun at the same time! Be there Saturday night!

Assembly ???? Needs YOU!

Council 6099 is on the verge of spinning off a new 4th Degree Assembly for our area. Are you 4th Degree? Then you should join! 23 Worthy Sirs of 6099 have turned in their new Form 4. That means we only need 7 more commitments in order to make the new assembly a reality! Be a part of something new and get your name on a charter! E-mail GK Victor Williams if you are interested

From the Agency

Click here to get the latest news on Knights of Columbus Insurance in the 3rd Quarter edition of The Beacon. If you have questions about your insurance, be sure to send an e-mail to General Agent Daniel Schachle. Make sure you are taking full advantage of the best fraternal benefit offered by the Order!

Monday, July 12, 2010

Council installs new officers, recognizes award winners.

The council celebrated the beginning of a new fraternal year on July 10 with the installation of new officers and awards for outstanding brothers during the previous fraternal year. Nearly 50 brothers and wives were in attendance. New officers for the year are:
  • Grand Knight - Victor Williams
  • Deputy Grand Knight - Corky Evers
  • Chancellor - Wayne Collins
  • Warden - John Vanucci
  • Recorder - Steve Horton
  • Financial Secretary - Ron Schleifer
  • Advocate - Ray Fox Jr.
  • Treasurer - Earl Riecke
  • Lecturer - Carl Labbe Sr.
  • Inside Guards: Joe Salamone, Chuck LaPlante
  • Outside Guards: Tom Smelas, Will Mahn
  • Trustees: Clarence Bodnar, Jason Randall, Mike Doyle
Fr. Gilbert Diaz will serve another term as Chaplain.
Recognition was given to outstanding Knights in the past fraternal year. The winners were:
  • John Vanucci - Knight of the Year
  • Victor & Elaine Williams - Family of the Year
  • Kenn Stroop - The Stumpy Award winner
Click here to see pictures.

Wednesday, July 7, 2010

You're Invited - Installation & Awards Banquet this Saturday!


This Saturday night, July 10, the new officers for the 2010/2011 fraternal year will be installed at the annual Installation Dinner and Awards Banquet, which will begin with social hour at 6p and dinner at 7p. Not only will officers be installed, but also we will find who will be Knight of the Year, Family of the Year, and the latest recipient of the STUMPY! Just so you know, your steak dinner for you and a guest will be FREE! All you have to do is RSVP! Just e-mail Victor Williams at victor.williams@agilysys.com.

As a reminder, our roster of officers of the new year is as follows:
  • Grand Knight - Victor Williams
  • Deputy Grand Knight - Corky Evers
  • Chancellor - Wayne Collins
  • Warden - John Vanucci
  • Recorder - Steve Horten
  • Treasurer - Earl Reicke
  • Advocate - Ray Fox, Jr.
  • Inside Guards - Chuck LaPlante, Joe Salamone
  • Outside Guards - Tom Smelas, Will Mahn
  • Trustee Year 1 - Mike Doyle
  • Trustee Year 2 - Jason Randall
  • Trustee Year 3 - Clarence Bodnar

Friday, May 21, 2010

UPDATE: Time for Brother Doug's Ordination

Doug Owens Diaconate ordination Mass will take place at 10am on June 5, at OLPH, not 11a as originally reported.

Thursday, May 13, 2010

Officer Nominations for the 2010-11 Fraternal Year

Officer nominees for the 2010-2011 fraternal year have been announced. Elections will be held a the June business meeting. Please make plans to attend and vote. The nominees are:
  • Grand Knight - Victor Williams
  • Deputy Grand Knight - Corky Evers
  • Chancellor - Wayne Collins
  • Warden - John Vanucci
  • Recorder - Steve Horten
  • Treasurer - Earl Reicke
  • Advocate - Ray Fox, Jr.
  • Inside Guards - Chuck LaPlante, Joe Salamone
  • Outside Guards - Tom Smelas, Will Mahn
  • Trustee Year 1 - Mike Doyle
  • Trustee Year 2 - Jason Randall
  • Trustee Year 3 - Clarence Bodnar

Thursday, May 6, 2010

Have a good time for Ghana!

Looking for a good time for a good cause on May 15? Grab a date and go to St. Stephen's church for a dinner and live concert in support of the Ghana Medical Mission. Enjoy dinner at 7p, with live music from the band JB and the Honey Bees from 7:30-9, cash bar and silent auction. $25/couple, $15/singles, but you gotta be at least 21 to go. RSVP by May 9 please to 421-6171. Call Leslie Fox for tickets at 314-5227 ro Roland Lee at 499-3045. Question? Fr. John Appia can help at 329-0202.

Wednesday, May 5, 2010

6099 Scores Awards at State Convention

Council 6099 brought back a good deal of bling from the 107th State Convention held in Nashville April 30-May2. Awards garnered by the council were:
  • State Deputy Award for completion of all council requirments for the year
  • Program Presentation Award, for outstanding presentation of annual council activities (only 8 of 89 councils received this honor).
  • MR (MC) Fund, 2nd Place, for raising more than $16,000 last year, just about $2,000 short of first place!
  • Bishops' Award, the most prestigious state award. Only 11 councils out of 89 received this honor.

Congratulations and THANKS to those who contributed to the council's success this year. When we are successful, are churches and communities are more successful, too. Thanks for all you do!