Suffolk Chapter Light

Knights of Columbus
Vol. 16 No. 9 SUFFOLK CHAPTER NEWS March 2017
From the Chapter Chairmans Desk
Brothers, CHAPTER
March is here and spring is hopefully just around the corner. I hope the OFFICERS
ground hog was wrong, so we can start to enjoy better weather. I thank the Grand
Knights, DDs and Council delegates who attended the meeting on February 17th. Most Rev.
It was my first as Chairman, and it was good to see you there supporting your HONORARY
William F. Murphy, D.D.
CHAPLAIN
Chapter. My staff and I look forward to working with you to make Suffolk Chapter (516) 678-5800

the best it could be. I ask you to speak to your fellow Grand Knights and delegates
who havent been attending, and ask them to come out to meetings and functions of CHAPTER Fr. Augustine Fernando
CHAPLAIN
the Chapter. Remember YOU ARE THE SUFFOLK CHAPTER!!
It is just about three and a half months to the Charity Ball on June 4th at the
Watermill Caterers in Smithtown. Reservations Chairman Joe Tumminello is ASSOCIATE
Rev. Paul J. Dahm
CHAPTER
eagerly waiting for your calls to reserve a table or two from your Council. You can (631) 287-3413
CHAPLAIN
call him at 516 755-2081. LETS GET HIS PHONE RINGING OFF THE
HOOK!!! You will be treated to a full cocktail hour (if good weather, out on the
Greg Warnokowski, PGK, FDD,
deck), a choice of five entres, a full open bar, ice cream bar, chocolate CHAPTER
PFN, FCOB, FM
CHAIRMAN
fountains, and a live band for your dancing and listening pleasure. All this for (516) 293 - 3429

$75 pp. The best part is you will be supporting two fine Veteran organizations:
Americas Vet Dogs, and 9-1-1 Vets, both serving our veterans with special needs.
VICE
You can make a direct donation, submit a journal ad, sign sponsor cards, sell CHAIRMAN
chances, have your Council organize a fund raiser, and of course, attend the Ball.
All particulars are in your packets. MAKE IT HAPPEN!!!!
A Nominating Committee has been appointed under the direction of Thomas Fawcett, Sr., GK
SECRETARY
Chairman Richard Grefig. If you intend to run for a position submit a letter of (631) 648 - 0017
intent to Chairman Grefig by the month of April. Nominations will take place in
May, and elections in June. A special thanks to Bob Murray for stepping into the
Treasurer position until June, while Frank Casillo is under treatment for a mass on Frank Casillo, PGK, FDD
TREASURER
his brain. Pray for him as he undergoes treatment. Thank you to Bill Fontaine, GK (631) 645- 7299

of Patchogue Council #725, for taking the Outside Guard Position.

The March meeting will be at James V. Kavanaugh Council #5293 on
Robert Elliott PGK FDD
March 10th, and we will have a guest speaker who will speak about the Life Center ADVOCATE
(631) 588 - 2919
of Long Island. His name is Jim Carey, PGK of Maria Regina Council. Also
looking ahead, the Chapter will host Squires Night at the April 21st meeting at
Fr. Thomas A. Judge Council #6893. Fr. Joe Fitzgerald, Director of Vocations of WARDEN William Murphy, PGK, FDD
the Rockville Centre Diocese, will be there to speak about vocations.
Lots happening so be sure to join us!
INSIDE
Joe Tuminello, PGK
Fraternally, GUARD

Greg Warnokowski,
Chairman
OUTSIDE
Bll Fontaine, GK
GUARD

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 Columbiette News
Suffolk Chapter Columbiettes
Dear Sister Columbiettes,

The March meeting of the Suffolk Chapter Columbiettes will

be held on Monday, March 20th at Fr. Thomas Judge Council, East
Northport at 8pm. We look forward to seeing you there!

Our Major Degree will take place on Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at
Patchogue council. It will be exciting to see our Sister Columbiettes
joining us at this level where they can hold office and sponsor new
members!! Presidents will be receiving information in a separate letter.

Dates to remember:
March 17 Happy St. Patricks Day
March 19 Happy St. Josephs Day
April 16 Happy and Blessed Easter
April 25 Major Degree @ Patchogue council
June 2, 3, 4 NYS Columbiette Convention
August 18, 19 20 Supreme Convention

Sincerely and Fraternally,

Anne Marie Callahan

Columbiette Chapter Officers 2016 - 2017

President Anne Marie Callahan 631 - 732 - 0497
Vice President Elaine Addie 631 - 475 - 5722
Secretary Colleen Wyman 631 - 399 - 2680
Financial Secretary Jerry Berlenbach 631 - 669 - 8322
Treasurer Pat Tariol 631 - 772 - 8081
Sentinel Lisa Liguori 631 - 846 - 3495
Past President Amelia Joseph 631 - 902 - 4366

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George Lundin
May You Rest
in Peace

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Blood Drive Report

Chapter Meeting, February 9, 2017

Worthy Chairman and Brothers all,

To date I have received twenty-two (22) reports of blood drives conducted by member councils
totaling 1350 units. I am sure there were more but unreported.

COUNCILS REPORTING
Bishop McGann 105
James J Kavanaugh 147
Sunrise 128
St. Sylvester 111
St. Gerard Magella 62
St. Kilian 49
St. Martin 99
Heart of the Island 122
Good Shepherd 157
St. Joseph the Carpenter 68
St. Lawrence 74
St. Jude 23
Assumption 205

TOTAL Units 1350

Please, if your council has sponsored a drive, report the results to me either by e-mail or by USPS
as soon as possible. My contact information is on the Chapter website and on the report form. If
you need forms, email me at the address below or call.

Human blood cannot be manufactured or derived from any source other than human beings. It is
therefore the most precious and valuable gift. Please consider donating some of yours soon and
often. You can safely donate blood every 56 days and your body will replenish your fluids within
48 hours.

Encourage your council brothers to join in the Blood Donation Program.

Vivat Jesus,
John T Finn PGK, FDD
Blood Drive Coordinator
Cell - 631 - 848 - 4331
Home - 631 - 589 - 4926
fisharm747@msn.com

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Starve a mosquito, donate blood.

Top 10 reasons to give blood

10-You will get free juice and cookies
9- You will weigh one pint less when you leave than when you came in
8- Its easy and convenient, takes less than one hour
7- Most people have blood to spare yet there is never enough to go around
6- Nobody will ask you to do heavy lifting while you have the bandage on
and you can wear it for as long as you like. Its a badge of honor
5- You will walk a little taller afterwards, you will feel good about yourself
4- You will be helping ensure that bloood will be available when you or
someone close to you may need it
3- It is something you can do on an equal footing with the rich and famous.
2- You will be someones hero you may give a newborn, a child, a mother or
brother or a sister another chance at life.
1- ITS THE RIGHT THING TO DO

Be a life saver!
Sign up today to donate on August 24
Right Here at St. Johns

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 SUFFOLK CHAPTER
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

Scholarship Applications
Financial Grant Applications
To: Catholic High Schools - acceptance in September 2017

Scholarships: Incoming FRESHMAN ONLY - 4 awarded

based mainly on Scholastic Merit. 1 - $1000.00, 3 - $500.00
each.

Financial Grants: 4 Grants will be awarded - Freshman,

Sophomore, Junior and Senior students in amounts of
1 - $1,000.00 & 3 - $500.00.

Also available are applications from New York State Knights

of Columbus for attending Catholic High School with award
being $500.00. These awards are presented to 2 students in
each diocese of the State.

For further information and applications contact:

Bob Dobres, PGK, FDD, FS

46 Linden Street Don
Lindenhurst, New York 11757 t mi
this ss
631 592-8697 d ead
boca46@optimum.net
line!

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 Suffolk County Degree Schedule - District 1 thru 11 (Update Feb 18, 2017)

1st Degree 2nd Degree

Start Council Council Council

Date Time District Council # Name Contact Date Time District # Name Contact

GK or DD
20-Feb 8:00pm 9 6893 Fr Judge Roger

Shrine of St Our Lady GK Humel or

22-Feb 7 4757 Anne GK or DD Bill 22-Feb 8:00pm 8 11968 of Grace DD Carmine

GK or DD
21-Mar 7:30pm 3 5814 St Jude Mike 21-Mar 8:00pm 3 5814 St Jude DD Mike

3rd Degree

Council Check the Suffolk Chapter Directory (white book) for contact
Date Time Council # Location Name Day details and council addresses

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 The Suffolk Chapter Columbiettes
Annual Day of Recollection
Date: Saturday, February 25, 2017 New
Date
Time: 11:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. and
Mass at 11:00 a.m. with lunch following
Time
Place: Resurrection of Our Lord Blessing Room TBA.
50 Granny Road, Farmingville, NY
11738

Cost to
Attend: $5 per person for entry

Cost for
Lunch: Cost will be according to your order.
Menu will be provided the day of the
event for Chinese Food or Italian Food.
(You may bring your own if you wish.)

Event: Fr. Donnelly will be hosting this special day which

will include informal conversation and the celebration
of the Holy Eucharist

Chairpersons: Elaine Addie, Vice President Chapter

Amelia Joseph, Past President Chapter

Contact Persons: Elaine Addie (631-475-5722) or

Amelia Joseph (631-902-4366)

Coffee and cake will be available upon arrival and

throughout the day for all to enjoy. If you are interested
in attending, may we suggest you reserve your spot as
soon as possible. Thank you for your continued support.

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 Suffolk Chapter Charity Ball 2015
Black Tie Affair

Sunday, June 4, 2017, 12:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Watermill Caterers
(711 Smithtown By-Pass, Smithtown, NY 11787 )

Cocktail Hour - Hot and Cold

Sit down dinner with 5 delicious choices
Prime Rib
Chicken
Fish
Pork
Vegetarian Eggplant Tower

Open Bar All Afternoon!

A Fabulous Dessert Selection with an
Ice Cream Sundae Bar and a Chocolate Fountain

Music for your dancing pleasure!

$75.00 per person
Celebrate the success of our Suffolk Chapter with your
Brother Knights and Sister Columbiettes!
Make your reservations early!
Ball Chairman - Greg Warnokowski, (516) 582 - 6215
Reservations Chairman - Joe Tuminello, (516) 650 -7958

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 Lent is a time of
preparation for the
death of Christ on
Good Friday and
His Resurrection
on Easter Sunday.
It is a period of 40 days of
repentance, with prayer,
fasting and abstinence, and
Confession. Lent begins on
Ash Wednesday,
March 1, 2017.
May you have a
peaceful
Lenten Journey.
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 Prayer to Saint Patrick
Christ be with me, Christ within me,
Christ behind me, Christ before me,
Christ beside me, Christ to win me,
Christ to comfort and restore me.

Christ beneath me, Christ above me,

Christ in quiet, and in danger,
Christ in hearts of all that love me,
Christ in mouth of friend and stranger.

Prayer to St. Joseph

Oh, St. Joseph, whose protection is
so great, so strong, so prompt before the
throne of God. I place in you all my
interests and desires.
Oh, St. Joseph, do assist me by your
powerful intercession, and obtain for me
from your divine Son all spiritual blessings,
through Jesus Christ, our Lord. So that,
having engaged here below your heavenly
power, I may offer my thanksgiving and
homage to the most loving of Fathers.
Oh, St. Joseph, I never weary of
contemplating you, and Jesus asleep in
your arms; I dare not approach while He
reposes near your heart. Press Him in my
name and kiss His fine head for me and ask
him to return the Kiss when I draw my
dying breath.
St. Joseph, Patron of departing souls -
Pray for me.

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 In 1954, lobbying by the Order of the Knights of Columbus
helped convince the U.S. Congress to add the phrase "under
God" to the Pledge of Allegiance. President Dwight
Eisenhower wrote to Supreme Knight Luke E. Hart thanking
the Knights for their "part in the
movement to have the words 'under God'
added to our Pledge of Allegiance."
I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United
States of America, and to the republic for
which it stands, one nation under God,
indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.

http://suffolkchapterkofc.net/
Have you had a chance to visit the new web site? Go ahead!
You will like what you see! Be sure to send our Web Master,
Orlando Jimenez, PGK, steelwheelsny@gmail.com, articles and
photos of the great things happening in your Council or Auxiliary!

"One Member, per Council, per Month"

and "One First Degree, per District,
per Month" resulting in
"One Star Council, per District

It was one of those March days when the sun

shines hot and the wind blows cold: when it is
summer in the light, and winter in the shade.
~Charles Dickens, Great Expectations

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Happy Birthday to all
who celebrate life in
MARCH !!!!!!

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 Register your e-mail at our
chapter website to be sure to
Meeting Reminder
receive up to the minute
information on meetings,
events, and activities! Visit our Friday
website to review photos of the many events
held throughout Suffolk County. March 10
www.suffolkchapterkofc.net
J. V. Kavanaugh
Missions #5293
Eye Glasses and Hearing Aids are needed.
Please bring them to the Chapter Meeting.
7:00 p.m. repast.
For additional information contact:
Open Meeting
Bill Billups, PGK, FDD at 631 - 374 - 2321.
following at 8:00 p.m.

FROM THE EDITOR: VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR

DIRECTIONS and for many
ALL ADS MUST BE IN BY THE
15th OF EACH MONTH activities taking place at the
EDITORS INFORMATION: many councils and auxiliaries
MAIL: John G. Joseph PGK, FDD, FST
throughout our county.
Secretary to the State Deputy
31 Hawkton Place Youll like what you see!
Lake Grove, NY 11755
PHONE: (631) 981-8724 http://suffolkchapterkofc.net/
CELL: (631) 813-5470
FAX: (631) 648-3067
E-MAIL: johnj.pgk@gmail.com

THE CAR DONATION PROGRAM IS IN FULL

SWING. TO MAKE A DONATION WITH
PROCEEDS GOING TO SUFFOLK CHARITIES,
INC., SIMPLY CALL THE FOLLOWING
NUMBER (631) 589-2255

MAKE______________ MODEL________YEAR____ Vin _________

NAME__________________ ADDRESS________________________

PHONE__________________________________________

ALL DONATIONS ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE

Contact George Lundin PGK, FDD for additional
information at (631) 589-2255

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 Friends of Suffolk Chapter

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things happening in
Suffolk County! Share
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Let them know
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advertise here!

Any business card

would fit right in this
spot! Any interest?

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SUFFOLK CHAPTER
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Newsletter
2188 Nesconset Highway #110 sent via
Stony Brook, NY 11790 email!

Charity
Makes the
Difference
TIME SENSITIVE MAIL
PLEASE EXPEDITE

Prayer for the Canonization of Father Michael J. McGivney

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 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. Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory be to the Father.