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December 2016
Issue 28
Number 12
Grand Knight Message
Christmas Celebrations Brothers, December is upon us! I am sure we are all looking
forward to vacations and Christmas celebrations. I know that I am certainly looking
forward to taking some time to rest and enjoy quiet time with my family over the
Christmas break. November was an eventful month with the Presidential election. Supreme
Knight Carl Anderson asked in an article on Crux now website, that we as Catholics should ask
ourselves a question. In what way Catholics in America can in the future be a source of unity
and reconciliation, or whether we will be a cause of further division? One of our founding
principles being Unity, it would only be fitting for us all to pray for guidance and do our best
to be a source of Unity in this post-election time. Lastly, I wish all my Brother Knights and
friends, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Vivat Jesu, Jonathan Sargent, Grand Knight
Family and Knight of the Month
Sir Knight Angelo and Carol Cavone.
Our Family of the Month for December are instrumental in our youth activities. Brother Angelo and Carol
arrange our youth activities. These youth activities such as Laser Tag, Youth Halloween and Christmas parties.
These events are a large part of introducing young families to the council and the order. When they are not chairing an
event, they are volunteering their time and effort to make it a success for other Directors. Please help me congratulate
Angelo and Carol Cavone as our Family of the Month.
Sir Knight Frank Dougherty.
I am happy to name SK Frank Dougherty our December Knight of the Month. Frank continually supports the
charity efforts of the council. Frank regularly volunteers his time for Bingo, coordinates the PAA meal packing
efforts and the Thanksgiving meal distribution. These are valuable and important activities helping those in need in
our community. Frank is also an active member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish. Please join me in congratulating
Frank as our December Knight of the Month.
Deputy Grand Knight
As we wrap up this calendar year, we are about half way through the Fraternal Year. In November, I sat down
with the other Council Officers and Chairmen and we planned out 2017 (both the end of this year and the
beginning of the next Fraternal Year). Without spilling the beans too much, I can excitedly say that there are
a lot of fun things coming up. But, it’s no secret that those fun events won’t work if you, the Brother Knight, don’t
attend, don’t assist, and don’t ask others to join us. As the old adage goes, “You get out what you put in.” As a Council
we traditionally do a fantastic job participating in events, both at home and throughout the State. Keep up the good
work as we turn the page to 2017 and enter the second half of this Fraternal year.
Vivat Jesu, John Edwards, Deputy Grand Knight
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Chancellor’s Corner
Growing Our Council
I hope all Brother’s and their families had a good Thanksgiving and have a Merry Christmas! There
are not any 2nd or 3rd Degree Ceremonies scheduled for December 2016 in our area. Council 5480 will
host a 1st Degree Ceremony in Feburary 2017. Please get the word out! If you or someone you know are
planning on participating in a degree ceremony out of the área in December, please contact David
Kerstetter at david.ker[email protected]et or 757 817-2473.
Fraternally Yours, David Kerstetter, Chancellor
Knights of Columbus – Our Principles: http://www.kofc.org/un/en/todays-knights/our-principles.html
Check the Virginia KofC Calendar for additional Degree Events: http://www.vakofc.org/calendar.html
Fraternal Benefits Agent
To my fellow Brother Knights, May every moment in your life be a blessing.
May you be showered with love and grace.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
From my family to you and yours…
Todd Curtis, FIC Phone – (757) 847-9981 Email – Todd[email protected]
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D E C E M B E R 2 0 1 6
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
28
7 PM
Bingo
29
30
1 DEC
World Aids Day
7 PM
Bingo
2
7 PM
Birthday Knight
3
5
7 PM
Bingo
6
6:30 PM
Assembly 2430
Meeting
7
8
Feast of the
Immaculate
Conception
7 PM
Bingo
9
6:30 PM
Open Knight
10
District Christmas
Party
12
Feast of Our Lady of
Guadalupe
7 PM
Bingo
13
7:30 PM
Council 5480 Meeting
& 5480 Club QTR
Meeting
14
15
7 PM
Bingo
16
Lounge Closed
17
Pope Francis’
Birthday
9 AM
Adopt a Spot
19
7 PM
Bingo
20
7 PM
5480 Club Meeting
21
22
7 PM
Bingo
23
Lounge Closed
24
26
Christmas Day Legal
Public Holiday
7 PM
Bingo
27
7:30 PM
Council 5480 Meeting
28
29
7 PM
Bingo
30
Lounge Closed
31
New Year’s Eve
Mark Your Calendars for Upcoming Events!
January 2017
1 JAN: New Year’s Day / World Peace Day / Poverty Awareness Month
Begins / Solemnity of Mary
2 JAN: New Year’s Day Legal Public Holiday
3 JAN: Assembly 2430 Meeting - Renewal of Obligations
6-7 JAN: Nocturnal Adoration (OLMC)
6-8 JAN: VA State KofC Mid-Year Meeting (Richmond)
8 JAN: Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord
9 JAN: Baptism of our Lord
10 JAN: Council 5480 Meeting
13 JAN: Birthday Knight (Lounge)
16 JAN: Martin Luther King Day
17 JAN: 5480 Club Meeting
18 JAN: Week of Prayer for Christian Unity Begins
20 JAN: Dinner Knight (Lounge)
21 JAN: Adopt-a-Spot
22 JAN: National Prayer Vigil for Life
23 JAN: Day of Prayer for Legal Protection of Unborn Children
24 JAN: Council 5480 Meeting
27 JAN: March for Life (Washington, D.C.) / Holocaust Remembrance Day /
Movie Knight (Lounge)
29 JAN: Catholic School Week Begins
February 2017
2-3 FEB: Nocturnal Adoration (OLMC)
2 FEB: Groundhog Day
4 FEB: VA Special Olympics Polar Plunge (VA Beach)
5 FEB: Super Bowl Party
7 FEB: Assembly 2430 Meeting
10 FEB: 10 Mile Run Spaghetti Dinner (Lounge)
11 FEB: 10 Mile Run for the Heart (York High School)
14 FEB: Valentine’s Day / Council 5480 Meeting
17 FEB: Birthday Knight (Lounge)
18 FEB: Adopt-a-Spot
20 FEB: President’s Day
21 FEB: 5480 Club Meeting
24 FEB: Movie Knight (Lounge)
28 FEB: Council 5480 Meeting
C u t a lo n g t h e d o t t e d l i ne a n d ke e p t h e c al e n da r a t h a n d t o a t te nd o u r ev e n t s
SICK, RECOVERING & DECEASED: Brothers we ask for your prayers and support for Brothers in need of healing. We also ask for prayers for
the deceased. If you are aware of a Brother Knight or his family member in need of our prayers, contact Clement Danish or the Grand Knight.
SICK & RECOVERY. FEBRUARY 2016: Mary Litzinger (PGK David Litzinger’s Wife); JUNE 2016: SK Bill Allen
DECEASED MEMBERS, RELATIVES AND FRIENDS. None.
NAMES WILL REMAIN ON LIST FOR ONE MONTH. PLEASE RENEW YOUR PRAYER REQUEST IF CONTINUED PRAYERS ARE
DESIRED. CALL CLEMENT DANISH (877-2751) OR THE GRAND KNIGHT WITH REQUESTS OR QUESTIONS.
Nocturnal Adoration (OLMC) 3PM-6AM
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Roaring Knights December
2016 Bartender Schedule
Knights Den
Lounge Information
D E C E M B E R 2 0 1 6 B I R T H D A Y S & A N N I V E R S A R I E S
S
BIRTHDAYS
MARK A HARVEY - 1
BEN RICHARD M DIONGZON - 2
RICHARD J SERGE - 2
MARK F D SOUZA - 3
RALPH A VARHALLA - 3
KEVIN L CONLIN - 4
MARK D PINKERTON -4
JOHN R PUGH - 4
WILLIAM J J WANDERSEE - 4
DANIEL J WRIGHT - 4
JAMES P ELLIS - 6
KEVIN A SHAW - 6
STERLING R BRIGHTMAN - 7
KEVIN P BRINK - 7
UMIT DAVULCO - 8
CHARLES M FRECHETTE - 8
P GREGORY MC CARTHY - 8
DONNIE B MARCELLA - 9
SILVIO SCIGLIANO - 9
LANCE A SOLAROLI - 9
CORY D CARLINO - 10
REMO L D ANTONIO - 10
CHRISTOPHER L SHELTON - 10
PATRICK J MENDOLA -11
ROBERT E SCHROCK - 11
JOHN J BOSCO - 12
DAVID E GALLIK - 12
RICHARD J STRAVITSCH - 12
WILLIAM A ALLEN - 13
JOHN E BANDY JR - 13
NARCISO J GOMEZ - 13
ERIK W JOY - 13
PATRICK J MADDEN - 14
MICHAEL L MANNOIA - 14
DON J TILLOTSON - 14
CHARLES A COLLINS - 15
JACK D HALL - 15
CARL R VIEITEZ - 15
JOSE R MURGA - 16
JOHN H SOTER - 18
ERIC E TILLOTSON - 18
MATTHEW A WARD - 19
JOSE JR RAMON - 20
ROGER A SCOTT - 20
JOSEPH A FILIPPONE - 21
JEFFREY C LEE - 22
DAVID M SMITH - 22
JOHN F TOPP - 22
KEVIN M BREEN - 24
MICHEL R NOEL - 24
DAVID M TAYLOR - 24
STEPHEN J TAYLOR -24
BRIAN A LEMMERT - 25
RALPH E ATKINSON - 27
RANDALL D CRUM - 27
CLAY B HESTER - 27
WILLIAM J RENNER SR - 27
ROMULO D ALIM - 28
RICHARD A HILLENBRAND - 28
EDWIN NIEVES - 28
REV PETER TIEN VA TRAN - 28
RONALD P GORMAN - 29
JERRY HERNANDEZ - 29
LEONARD J SAFFORD - 31
ANNIVERSARIES
DAVE & GEMMA KERSTETTER - 2
LANCE & CARLOYN WARNER – 6
BOBBIE & FLORENCE SALIRE - 9
TONY & KATIA BUSQUET - 11
GARY & ELIZABETH BROWN - 12
DAN & DEB MCCUSKER – 16
JOHN & REGINA PUGH - 17
DANIEL & FABIOLA CURRAN – 18
ART & GINA KIETLINSKI – 19
ERROL & AGNES LEWIS - 19
SAM & KAREN ABI-SAAB – 19
JOSEPH & MARY STARK III - 19
EDWARD & HEIDI CURRAN - 20
GARARD & PAT MCGOUGH - 22
STEVEN & BETTY SPRINKLE - 22
ANGEL & JOHANNA PEREIRA - 23
FRANK & JEAN GRIM - 23
KERMIT & DENISE ASHBY – 24
KEVIN & CONNIE TOPP - 26
EDWIN & GERI KUSTER - 27
JAMES & KATHY PATRIE – 27
JOHN & PATTI CLEMENTS - 27
TIMOTHY & FEVES ROSCOE - 27
ERIK & PATTI JOY - 28
JEFFERY & ANN KINCAID - 28
JOHN & DONNA CRANE - 28
JOSEPH & CARLINA RAS – 28
JOSEPH & MARGE PETERS - 29
MIKE & CLARE MALINIAK - 29
WILL & MARIJO HEITMAN - 29
DAVID & JERRI DELAHOY - 30
PETER & ROBIN THIELEN - 30
LARRY & BARBARA SIMCOX JR. – 31
ROBERT & KAREN FELDHOUSE - 31
TIMOTHY & GERRI REAGAN - 31
For All Lounge Rentals, Please Contact:
Lewis Stokes (PGK) - Lounge Manager
Phone: 757-872-7840 Email: lssyms@verizon.net
DEC
Day
Description
Bartenders
2
Friday
Birthday Knight
Kerstteter, Koch
6
Tuesday
Assembly
Meeting
Howard
9
Friday
Open Knight
Rios
10
Saturday
District
Christmas Party
Umit, Schirm
13
Tuesday
Council Meeting
Kelley,
Humphrey
27
Tuesday
Council Meeting
Silva, Carrota,
Schirm
The lounge will be closed on the following Fridays in December
2016: 16
th
, 23
rd
, & 30
th
. Merry Christmas!
If a Knight is interested in tending bar or cannot make it to bartend
please call Alberto Rios at 814-5393 or riostot[email protected]
Group Seating
Bar
Refreshments
Games
Large Screen TV
Music
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FR. MICHAEL J. BADER – ASSEMBLY 2430
ASSEMBLY DIRECTORY
Faithful Navigator
Faithful Inner Sentinel
SK Stephen Raschke
509-0177
SK Reco Cotton
508-1398
Faithful Friar
SK Stanley Baker
725-0576
VACANT
Faithful Outer Sentinel
Faithful Captain
SK Bernie Gerlach
877-0126
SK Rick Schirm
310-3242
SK Jerome Vorwald
Faithful Pilot
Color Corps Commander
SK Tyrone Fuller
SK Carroll Kelley
877-4865
Faithful Comptroller
Sick and Distress
SK Harold Hairston
877-1566
SK Tony Merendino
872-7113
Faithful Purser
Trustees
SK Wilfred Wotke
877-3316
1 Yr – SK Louis Federico
870-0573
Faithful Scribe
2 Yr – SK Thai Nguyen
232-0889
SK Albert Rios
814-5393
3 Yr – SK Kiet Nguyen
Faithful Admiral
SK Carroll Kelley
877-4865
From the Faithful Navigator
Dear Brother Sir Knights and your Families,
Donna and I want to wish all Brother Sir Knights and your families a very
Merry Christmas. May you enjoy the spirit of the season and re-energize your
faith and compassion and mercy with family and friends.
During the hustle and bustle of trying to find the right kinds of gifts for under
the tree, we sometimes forget the true meaning of Christmas. For some, this
time of year is not always pleasant. Loss of a family member or a change of
financial situation may have an overwhelming effect to the enjoyment of the
true spirit of Christmas. We need to keep these folks and families in our
thoughts, prayers and merciful deeds. Remember the greater gifts of the season
cannot be put under the tree. You can’t wear them or eat them; or drive them or
play with them. We spend so much time on the lesser gifts, the toys, sweaters, and jewelry along with the stress of the
commercialization of Christmas, we often times miss out on the greater gifts - understanding, mercy, grace, and peace
of our gracious Lord.
The great gifts are like the one gift – the gift that began over 2000 years ago, you can’t buy them, and they’re not on
anybody’s shopping list. They come as Jesus came - quietly, freely, and unexpectedly – and, if you’re not careful you will
miss them entirely. If we let it, the holiday season can leave us empty, because when it’s over, the only reminders we
have will be the dirty dishes and the January bills. Don’t let that happen to you. Christmas is and should be that special
time for all of us, to ask God to bless our children, family and friends. Show them your love, compassion and mercy - -
that which brings love and joy to you and yours, not only at Christmas but throughout the year. Take the time this year
to remember your family’s story, find that special place in your heart for a person, place or event that will remind you
what Christmas is all about. I got this idea from a story that I heard a while back and I’m asking you to write down with
pen and paper a thought, idea, deed or expression or something that you would like your family to know about this
Christmas season. Then, put it in an envelope, then hang the envelope on your Christmas tree. Christmas morning open
it up and share it with your family. Create your story of love and faith that your family can share for years to come.
May you and your family enjoy the spirit of Christmas and share your joy, mercy, charity and fraternity with your parish
community see you on the 3rd of January for the Dining In and the Renewal of Obligations.
Donna and I wish you a Merry and Spiritual Christmas Season and a Blessed New Year.
Sir Knight Stephen Paul Raschke Sr., IPSD, Faithful Navigator, Father Bader Assembly 2430.
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EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Our Lady of Mount Carmel hosts Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament on the first Friday-
Saturday of each month. Brothers and their families are invited to pray for one hour in the
Blessed Sacrament Chapel. Nocturnal Adoration hours are 3:00 p.m. on Friday 6:00 a.m. on
Saturday. Upcoming Nocturnal Adorations: 2-3 December 2016 and 6-7 January 2017.
Beginning the Church's liturgical year, Advent (from, "ad-venire" in Latin or "to come to") is
the season encompassing the four Sundays (and weekdays) leading up to the celebration of
Christmas. The Advent season is a time of preparation that directs our hearts and minds to
Christ’s second coming at the end of time and also to the anniversary of the Lord’s birth on
Christmas. For Advent Resources, visit: http://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/liturgical-
year/advent/index.cfm
Attention all members! Dues will be sent out in December 2016. If you do not receive your
dues notification by early January 2017, please contact Council 5480 Financial Secretary PGK
Jessie Powell ([email protected] or 757-595-9305). Reminder: Dues for ALL COUNCIL 5480
MEMBERS (except honorary and life members) are $30.00 per year and $6.65 optional.
Reminder – the council will not host Movie Knights during December 2016 due to various
holiday activities and events. We’ll see you for movies and popcorn next year! Please check the
January 2017 newsletter for movie title and show time.
Who’s invited? All Participants in the 10-Mile Run for the Heart, their
family members and guests. All Brother Knights.
Where is the Dinner? Dinner is at the Knights of Columbus on 100
Columbus Way, Newport News, VA. Specifically, dinner will be in the
Lounge.
What does the Dinner Benefit? Proceeds from the dinner will be first used to help cover the
cost of the race. Additional money will be donated to the American Heart Association.
When is the Dinner? The dinner will be served on Friday, 10 February 2017, from 6:00 p.m. to
7:00 p.m. The lounge will remain open until 9 p.m.
How much is it? Dinner will cost $10.00 per guest. We will serve spaghetti with meatballs, green
beans, Italian bread, and a dessert. Drinks will be available from the lounge.
Please RSVP with SK John Edwards at 757-876-8386 or murmur291@gmail.com.
Check out the new The Knights of Columbus-produced documentary film on Divine Mercy!
It is airing on ABC-affiliated stations as part of ABC’s Visions and Values Series runs to Dec. 16.
Narrated by actor Jim Caviezel, The Face of Mercy explores the history and relevance of Divine
Mercy by exploring the powerful visions of a merciful God revealed to St. Faustina, the key
role played by Pope John Paul II who propelled the message of Divine Mercy onto the world
stage, and the Year of Mercy bestowed upon the Church by Pope Francis. For more information
about the film, including broadcast times and the DVD release, visit www.faceofmercyfilm.com.
Nollaig faoi shéan is faoi shonas duit. (A prosperous and happy Christmas to you!) ~An Irish Christmas Blessing
On Behalf of the Entire Knightly News Staff – Wishing All a Happy and Safe Christmas and New Year’s Celebration!
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EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
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COUNCIL 5480 WALTER POLLARD DIRECTORY
COUNCIL OFFICERS:
Grand Knight
Jonathan Sargent
525-0077
Deputy Grand Knight
John Edwards
876-8386
Chaplain
VACANT
Financial Secretary
Jessie Powell
595-9305
Chancellor
David Kerstetter
817-2473
Warden
Dean Jernigan
596-4034
Recorder
Wilfred Wotke
877-3316
Treasurer
Ron Gorman
930-0311
Advocate
Carroll Kelley
877-4865
Guards:
Inside
Reco Cotton
508-1398
Inside
Walter Troyan
988-1436
Outside
Stanley Baker
725-0576
Outside
Umit Davulco
(862)226-1089
Trustees:
One Year
David Litzinger
719-4028
Two Year
Gabriel Franco
877-4423
Three Year
Dan Richard
594-9241
Lecturer
Thai Nguyen
232-0889
Programs Director
John Edwards
876-8386
Membership Director
David Kerstetter
817-2473
Council Director
David Kerstetter
817-2473
DIRECTORS/CHAIRS:
Church Directors:
OLMC
Dave Litzinger
719-4028
St. Jerome
Bill Allen
342-9971
Queen of Peace
Mike Lennartz
234-0886
St. Vincent
VACANT
930-0818
Family Director
Neil Rosenbaum
535-9279
CNU/CCM Liaison
Karl Hedlund
504-4270
Youth Director
Angelo Cavone
469-8303
Youth Outreach
David Kerstetter
872-0624
Youth Outreach
Dean Jernigan
596-4034
SQUIRES
VACANT
Athletics
VACANT
Community Director
Lewis Stokes
872-7840
Culture of Life Chair
Harold K. Hairston
877-1566
Pro-Life Chairman
VACANT
569-9308
Health Services
Leonard Carota
877-6993
Vocations Chairman
Louis Federico
833-3536
Public Relations
David Litzinger
249-0649
Knightly News Editor
David Farrell
778-0337
Recruitment Chair
David Kerstetter
817-2473
Retentions Chairman
Ron Gorman
930-0311
Insurance Promotion
Todd Curtis
847-9981
KOVAR Co-Chairmen:
Fort Eustis
George Hart
874-7363
OLMC
Jessie Powell
595-9305
St. Jerome
Carroll Kelley
877-4865
KCIC Chairman
Jim Healy
867-5145
Charities
Jim Hooker
596-4765
Adopt-A-Spot
Stanley Baker
725-0576
Boy Scout Liaison
Jonathan Sargent
525-0077
Nocturnal Adoration
Dave Mazary
881-9332
Widows & Orphans
Tony Merendino
872-7113
Sick & Distress
Clement Danish
877-2751
Scheduling
Bernie Gerlach
877-0126
District Deputy
Kenny Kyle
874-3757
District Warden
Harold K. Hairston
877-1566
Food Service
Jessie Powell
593-9305
Church Bulletins:
OLMC
Eileen Mazary
595-0385 x116
St. Jerome
Gemma Kerstetter
877-5021
St. Vincent de
Paul
Jeannie Klump
245-4234
Queen of Peace
Mike Lennartz
234-0886
VA STATE COUNCIL OFFICIALS FROM 5480:
New Council Dev
Chair
Thai Nguyen (PGK)
232-0889
5480 CLUB, INC:
President
Jonathan Sargent
525-0077
Vice President
John Edwards
876-8386
Secretary
Ron Gorman
930-0311
Treasurer
Joseph Drozdowski
930-3559
Grand Knight
Jonathan Sargent
525-0077
Faithful Navigator
Steve Raschke
509-0177
Past President
Jessie Powell
593-9305
Directors:
3 Yrs.
Joseph O’Brien
874-7965
3 Yrs.
David Litzinger
719-4028
2 Yrs.
Dean Jernigan
596-4034
2 Yrs.
Carroll Kelley
877-4865
1 Yrs.
Robert DeBartolo
286-4243
1 Yrs.
Bernie Gerlach
877-0126
Chairmen:
Building &
Grounds
John Edwards
876-8386
Lounge Manager
Lewis Stokes (PGK)
872-7840
Rental Agent
Bernie Gerlach (FDD)
877-0126
Kitchen Manager
Lewis Stokes (PGK)
872-7840
This p ub lic atio n is f or t he i nf o rmation of Wa l ter Po llard C ouncil 5480 m embers a nd doe s no t neces sar ily ref le c t t he v ie w s o f Supreme C o un cil,
Kn ights o f Colum bus , o r C ounc il, j uris d ic tion offic ers