September 2022 North Coast Navigator

SEPTEMBER 2022

The Knights of Columbus Council 4498 in Willowick have recently received the Star Council Award. See article inside.

FAITH

FAMILY

COMMUNITY

LIFE

CHARITY * UNITY * FRATERNITY * PATRIOTISM

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FR. MCGIVNEY GUILD

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PRATICAL VISION, ENDURING MISSION With an eye toward leading others to heaven, Father McGivney was attentive to the ways of the world as he worked to better the spiritual and temporal con ditions of h is immigrant parishioners. His innovative efforts to draw laypeople closer to Christ – especially through his founding of the fraternal Order of the Knights of Columbus – was creative, effective and bold.

A priest who knew him well wrote:

respect of his colleagues and the reverence of the people. … His energy was restless, ever seeking new outlets.

And to this disposition are we indebted for the existence of the Knights of Columbus.

struck and was forced to cut back on his routine to seek a cure. After months of heroic struggle against the illness, and after intense prayer for his parishioners and their future, he finally received the last rites and succumbed to pneumonia on Aug. When he arrived for his first 14, 1890, two days past his 38th assignment at St. Mary’s Church in birthday.

New Haven, he met an ailing pastor who had to turn much of the The funeral Mass and procession pastoral work over to his new were attended by Knights and other assistant. In a letter to his seminary Catholics from across Connecticut, mentor, he wrote that the whole and even secular news reports work of the parish had been laid described him as an exemplary upon his shoulders and he had been priest and a model Christian man. unable to take even one day off.

Seven years later, as pastor of St. Thomas Church in Thomaston, Father McGivney’s workload only increased, with a mission church added to his duties.

Genial, approachable, of kindly disposition, cheerful under reverses, profoundly sympathetic with those upon whom had fallen the heavy hand of affliction, a man of strict probity and sterling integrity in his business transactions. He was charitable to a fault ... The poor found in him a good Samaritan, and were the frequent recipients of his bounty. … There are Falling ill during the global viral few clergymen in my recollection who pandemic of 1889-90, Father enjoyed in a greater degree than he the McGivney developed tuberculosis God, our Father, protector of the poor and defender of the widow and orphan, you called your priest, Blessed Michael 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 Blessed Michael 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

HIS VISION, YOUR MISSION You can play a key role in advancing Father McGivney’s cause by joining the Guild for free and praying for his intercession and canonization. May Father McGivney intercede for you! The Father Michael J. McGivney Guild serves as a source for information about the life, works and spirituality of Father McGivney.

The Guild publishes a quarterly newsletter and offers a weekly Mass for the intentions of members.

CLICK HERE TO JOIN TODAY!

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SUPREME COUNCIL

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SUPREME NEWS & NOTES Supreme Knight Challenges All to “Stand In the Breach” In his annual report at the 140th Supreme Convention, Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly urged Knights to preserve life, protect the family and proclaim the faith.

During the opening business session of the Knights of Columbus 140th Supreme Convention, Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly delivering his first in-person annual report since he was installed in 2021.

Supreme Knight Kelly reminded the nearly 2,400 Knights in attendance that “a Knight is a leader who stands in the breach.”

“We defend the faith. We protect the family. And when a need arises, we rise to meet it — with charity, unity and fraternity,” said the supreme knight.

A CELEBRATION OF FRATERNITY, PATRIOTISM, AND SERVICE Hundreds of K of C delegates and their families, members of the clergy and special guests gathered Aug. 2 for the States Dinner of the 140th Supreme Convention, a festive event at which attendees celebrate the jurisdictions of the Order with flags and songs. This year, delegates also celebrated the work of two K of C leaders, Past Supreme Knight Carl Anderson and Ukraine State Deputy Youriy Maletskiy, before hearing a keynote address

by Cardinal Timothy Dolan. (More)

Supreme Knight Kelly applauded the Knights for standing in the breach to protect and defend the sanctity of life. The Knights were instrumental in organizing the first national March for Life in 1974, and year after year, they’ve helped it grow. Today, the

to trust in strength from God as they continue in their mission for the Church and the family.

The supreme knight announced the coming launch of a new discipleship and evangelization initiative built on the foundation of the Into the Breach video series, which has been viewed more than a million times. In addition, the Order will release a new series on marriage and family in the coming year.

In concluding his report, Supreme Knight Kelly delivered a resounding call to action to the 2 million Knights of Columbus worldwide, saying, “Our moment is now.

March for Life has become the largest And our mission is clear: Preserve annual human rights demonstration life, protect the family, proclaim the in the world. faith. The world needs men who will match these times. And we are rising Supreme Knight Kelly also urged to meet this challenge.”

Knights to deepen their devotion and EXEMPLARS OF KNIGHTHOOD

NEW BOARD MEMBERS ELECTED

The Knights of Columbus welcomed guests to its 140th Supreme Convention with the Supreme Knight’s Award Session, held at the historic Grand Ole Opry House on Aug. 1. The awards session annually recognizes individual Knights, councils, assemblies and jurisdictions for outstanding achievement in the areas of membership growth and retention, charitable outreach, fraternal leadership, and insurance sales and service.

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Delegates to the 140th Supreme Convention elected three new members to the Knights of Columbus Board of Directors during the convention’s Aug. 3 business session. Each will serve a three-year term beginning Sept. 1, 2022. (More)

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OHIO STATE COUNCIL

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STATE OFFICER REPORT Welcome to September. Here did the first two months of this fraternal year go. We had the June DD meeting, state tour and … that is right … the 140th Supreme Convention in Nashville. Busy summer as always and I am sure your councils have been. Planning and getting things ready for another charitable and growing year for our Order in Cleveland and Ohio!

Let me give you a brief glimpse into the Supreme Convention. First thing was the location—Gaylord Opryland in Nashville, TN. This place is HUGE! At Minneapolis in 2019, it was 864 steps from the our room to the convention center. This year, the steps were a lot less to the convention, but nearly doubled just to get the to hospitality room. I actually lost weight on this trip.

LOL!

when a need arises, we rise to meet it — with charity, unity and fraternity,” said the supreme knight. Supreme Knight Kelly reminded the nearly 2,400 Knights in attendance that “a Knight is a leader who stands in the breach.” Visit www.kofc.org and click on Convention Highlights. There you can read the entire report.

Stepping up and standing in the breach in a world today is challenging and nerve racking. We must find ways to get the message out working in our parishes and communities. I have faith that you will be able to meet those challenges head on in true Cleveland spirit.

By now, I hope that your council has submitted their Measure Up Campaign donations and lists to our State Warden Chris Sarka. The checks should start coming out in September and will be The highlights for the convention sent to the FS of record. Thank you included the Opening Mass with the again for supporting our “flagship” long but impressive procession of charity. As part of Measure Up, PSD cardinals, bishops, state chaplains, and Robert Collins, DMD Mike Incorvati and honored guests. I really enjoyed the “running of the bulls.” For those of you I were able to be part of a team for the Special Olympics Golf Outing on that have not been to a Supreme August 22nd. Although the weather Convention before, it is the was wet (boy were we wet), getting the responsibility of the State Warden and opportunity to play with some NFL Advocate to be at the doors early to obtain seats for the delegates, guests and Alumni was fantastic. It is through your state officers attending. So, Chris Sarka donations to Measure Up that we are and I were standing at the doors at 7AM able to be a corporate sponsor for Special Olympics and support all that for a 9:30 AM Mass. We did get the they do in Cleveland area and Ohio. seats we wanted and the other officers jumped in when they came down. That Matching Funds program is now active. scenario repeated for the next three This year, we are continuing to accept days. Minnesota jumped in front of us donations for supporting religious and there was Gary Nolan telling us to education and evangelization in the all to stop running. diocese. Last year, we were able to Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly’s State of present a check for just under $10,000 to the Order address is something that you the diocese. Let us just give $20 more this year. If your council did not all need to either read or watch. “We defend the faith. We protect the family. And participate last year, please consider it

this year. The first $25,000 donated will be matched by the Ohio Charity Foundation. So, it get your donation in early as possible. If your council does not have the funds, let me know and we can work out something to ensure your participation.

Football Crazr tickets are out there.

Here is your opportunity to raise some funds for you to support your activities.

Yes, it is a $20 ticket but it is only $2 per week for 10-weeks with a chance to win one of 20+ prizes EACH week.

Knowing PSD Gary Eckstein, I am sure that there will be a surprise or two at the end of the season. If you need more tickets, contact PSD Gary Eckstein directly.

Finally, I am offering comprehensive training this week. An evening full of topics—live and in-person. Check out the training article later in this issue or the diocesan calendar on the state website.

For those councils that are to receive the McGivney, Founder and/or Star Council awards, Supreme will be sending those out in September and October. I am not sure if they will send them directly to the FS or the DD. So, be on the look out for them.

Again, we are here to help you. Feel free to call, text, email and any other form of communication you want, to ask a question. I hope to see you at some of the training sessions this month. I will be out of town on September 29-October 3. I will be visiting my parents in Seattle. However, please feel free to reach out to me if you need to.

Vivat Jesus!

Jim Maslach, State Advocate

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GROWTH

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GROWTH REPORT GROWTH is very important to each and every Council.

We must continue to grow our Councils and our Order every year.

Inviting a New Member into the Order is one of the most important and noteworthy accomplishments that any Knight can achieve. New Members keep our Councils vibrant and ensure our success in the years ahead.

If you are tired of recruiting, try to INVITE a Catholic man to join your Council, just as you would if you invited him into your home. Explain to him the benefits of being a Knight, in that it will make him a better Catholic, a better father and a better husband. Try concentrating your efforts with the Young Fathers you see in your Parish with children.

That my Brothers is the New Wave of the future to come.

ORDER GROWTH As of September 3, 2022 Ohio July 1: 54,710 Ohio Growth: 206 (10.9%) % Growth: 0.38%

Cleveland, July 1: 8,612 Cleveland Growth: 37 (10.8%) % Growth: 0.43%

incentives email to mcfreil2019@gmail.com the name (s) of the new member as soon as possible The new member must also have taken his Exemplification of Charity, Unity, and Fraternity.

Keep Asking Men in your Parishes to Join our Order.

If You Don’t Ask them to Join…they will not.

MICHAEL FREIL Ohio State Council State Membership Director

The September Membership Incentive is on the next page. In order to claim the membership

SUPREME MEMBERSHIP INCENTIVES For the 2022-2023 fraternal year the Supreme Council is offering a variety of incentives. Here is the program of incentives: QUARTERLY INCENTIVES FOR DISTRICT DEPUTIES Every district deputy who attains 30% or better of his District Intake Goal by

September 30, 70% or better of his District Intake Goal by December 31, 100% or more of his District Intake Goal by March 31, or attains the Star District Award will be able to select from a catalog of items from the KnightsGear store.

% Growth is a measure of the YTD gain compared against the July 1st membership number.

TOP-5 % GROWTH YTD Gain against the July 1 Membership Total

1. 11464 St. Elizabeth Ann Seton (6.9%) 2. 15901 St. Adalbert (5.4%) 3. 2726 Windermere (3.9%) 4. 13755 St. Bede the Venerable (3.2%) 5. 14714 St. Cyprian (3.0%) Can you crack the TOP-5 and take home the top prize this year?

Grow and find out!

lodging and tickets to the States Dinner.

NEW HAVEN TRIP

The top five grand Knights and top five district deputies by percentage of intake goal attained (insurance jurisdictions) will win Every district deputy who qualifies for all an all-expenses paid trip to New Haven to four of the above incentives will be able to visit the Supreme Headquarters building, St. select from a catalog of higher-value items.

Mary’s Church and the Blessed Michael In addition, the names of all qualifying McGivney Pilgrimage Center. The trip will district deputies will be entered in a drawing be for the GK/DD and their spouses, on a for a trip to the 2023 Supreme Convention date TBD, likely in Autumn 2023 for him and his wife, including travel,

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OHIO STATE COUNCIL

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STATE GROWTH INCENTIVE

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ADMINISTRATION

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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT Cleveland is again doing a great job of turning in our required forms to the state and Supreme. 86% of the councils have submitted their Report of Chosen Officers (185) and nearly 70% of the Service Personnel Report (365). Both of these forms were due July 1. Therefore, they are already PAST DUE. If at all possible, do these forms in Member Management via the Supreme website. If you need help with that, call your DD or Jim, George or Mike for assistance.

These forms are extremely important to your council to achieving Star Council with Supreme. The officers and program directors that are required to take the Safe Environment Training come from these reports. So, if you do not submit the reports with active email addresses, then Safe Environment Training will not be assigned. Please submit those forms as soon as possible. We will publish those that have not submitted next month.

All of these forms are available for you on the state website (www.kofcohio.org) under FORMS&EMAILS. We are continuously trying to provide you with a one-stop-shopping experience for all your KofC needs.

Again, you need help with any of these forms, please contact your District Deputy or Jim, George, or Mike. We are here to help you. Use us, please!

Form 185 Not Submitted 13601 ST PETER'S LOUDONVILLE 13640 SAGRADA FAMILIA/SAN MIGUEL 14054 ST VINCENT 14255 ST SEBASTIAN 1617 BARBERTON 2643 LAKEWOOD 3541 FATHER MAHAN 4891 AMHERST HOLY FAMILY 5559 ST BARNABAS

Form 365 Not Submitted 13517 IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY 13601 ST PETER'S LOUDONVILLE 13640 SAGRADA FAMILIA/SAN MIGUEL 14054 ST VINCENT 14255 ST SEBASTIAN 14714 ST CYPRIAN 1617 BARBERTON 2790 WEST PARK 2886 WILLOUGHBY 3164 EUCLID 3304 GEAUGA 3410 SOUTH AKRON 3541 FATHER MAHAN 4217 TRINITY 4891 AMHERST HOLY FAMILY 4893 THE VALLEY 5506 JOHN FITZGERALD KENNEDY 5559 ST BARNABAS 733 CLEVELAND 789 WOOSTER

FORMS AVAILABLE ONLINE #185 Report of Officers Chosen for Term - PDF Online - due 6/30

#365 Service Program Personnel Report - PDF Online - due 6/30 #1295-1 Semi-Annual Council Audit - due 8/15 #1728 Annual Survey of Fraternal Activity - PDF Online - due 1/31 #1728A Survey of Fraternal Activity Individual Member Worksheet - No due date #1295-2 Semi-Annual Council Audit - due 2/15 #SP-7—Columbian Award Application—Requires access to Supreme Website Officers Online—due 6/30 If you need help, contact your DD, George, Mike, or Jim.

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INSURANCE

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INSURANCE Every September a non-profit organization known as Life Happens coordinates the Life Insurance Awareness Month campaign. This campaign is dedicated to informing people about how important life insurance is to protect their families. Life insurance is a cornerstone of a family’s future financial security.

that Fr. McGivney “spent his energy in promoting the insurance feature.” (pg.

35) Originally, when the Order was founded, there was no such thing as an “associate member.” Everyone was insured; that was one of those two primary reasons for joining.

While the Order is now well known for its charitable works and strong advocacy Blessed Michael McGivney certainly for the most vulnerable, strengthening knew how important life insurance was men in their faith and protecting them to a family. But many members don’t and their families with life insurance understand how involved Fr. McGivney were twin catalysts in forming the was in developing the Order’s insurance Order. While young Catholic men still program. According to Christopher seek to strengthen their faith, we know Kauffman, the author of the centennial families still need protection from history of the Order, Faith and untimely death. This mission remains Fraternalism, The History of the Knights just as important today. of Columbus 1882-1982, one of Fr. McGivney’s two main reasons for In an attempt to make every member founding the Order was “the need to and every eligible Catholic man aware of protect families during sickness and how important life insurance is, the death.” (pg. 17) Kauffman goes on to say Order has made a substantial

5-Tips to Help Prevent Scams Scammers steal billions every year, but you may thwart their efforts by observing a few important principles:

business or agency directly. Again, legitimate businesses do not mind answering your questions.

3. Hold Off on Paying — Don’t Hit Send!

ONLY disreputable individuals or companies demand immediate payment.

1. Relax, Don’t Lunge Scammers will commonly ask you to Scammers love to create a sense of alarm buy gift cards. Why? Gift cards are easy and urgency designed to shortcut your to purchase and have fewer protections. inner scam detector. Slow your pace, and And these cards don't leave a paper trail. ask as many questions as needed. A There will never be a legitimate business legitimate business representative will situation where you can pay a fine, fee, never act annoyed by your valid or any other financial agreement or inquiries. arrangement with a gift card. Payment under threat usually means you are 2. Be Your Own Private Investigator being scammed.

This is often as easy as double-checking the details you’ve been given. You can 4. If Something Seems Too Good to Be hang up on that dubious, unexpected True, It Probably Is phone call and look up the bank, agency Say you spot a brand name item on sale or organization from which it that you’ve been waiting to buy. purportedly originated. You can call the

investment. The Order has provided me with a high-tech, state of the art financial needs analysis platform that can help us determine where you stand today. It can help me formulate a strategy for you and your family and offer meaningful insurance and financial solutions…a strategy specific to your family and your situation.

The analysis can be done in the comfort of your home or virtually. What can life insurance provide? Peace of mind and security. Vivat Jesus!

However, it’s on a site you’ve never heard of and the price is less than half of the lowest price you’ve seen. It may be worth your while to call the manufacturer and check it out. You might learn that this low price is likely a scam.

5. If A Situation Feels ‘Off’ — Move On A situation should feel “off” if the business or individual won’t give you written confirmation of what you’re agreeing to, or if they ask you to give away personal information like passwords or PINs.

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GENERAL PROGRAMS

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STATE GENERAL PROGRAM visit https:// www.fathomevents.com/ events/Mother-Teresa-NoGreater-Love for theater locations in your area, maybe have your council purchase group (min 25) tickets for a council outing. This could be a Family or Community event!

COMMUNITY Duane Bassett, State Community Director Soccer Challenge at the Council level should be occurring during the month of September. The Soccer Challenge is designed for young people ages 9-14 to demonstrate their skills in the penalty kick. This is great way to get the entire community involved! Please give entry sheets of Council winners to your District Deputy, so that he can schedule the District level completion (if needed). The Regional (Diocese) level competition will occur mid to late October. More information found at https:// www.kofc.org/en/what-we-do/ faith-in-action-programs/ community/soccer-challenge.html.

LIFE Chris Bercaw, State Life Director

FAMILY Joe Hartle, State Family Director

after Pregnancy) initiative, Supreme will donation extra $100.00 toward your pregnancy center per $500.00 donated by the Council. More information can be found at kofc.org/ASAP. FAITH Tony Offenberger, State Faith Director

Start planning for Food for Families to assist your local Food Pantries/ Food Bank / Soup Kitchen during November. For every $500 or 1,0000 pounds of food donated, Supreme council will refund $100 back to the council. More information found at kofc.org/food.

Reporting is open on the state website. There are three types of reporting that you can do:

1. Form 10784—This is for general programs to be reported to both The Knights of Columbus produced State and Supreme. Requires a feature length film about the life Ohio March for Life on Wednesday, and legacy of Mother Teresa. Over email address in Member October 5, 2022 in Columbus, Management.

900 theaters across the nation will Ohio. Pre-Rally Concert starts at 2.

Membership Reporting—Specific show "Mother Teresa: No Greater 10:00 am, Ohio March for Life Rally Love" on Monday October 3 and information on membership begins 11:00am and March for Life activities and recruitment efforts Tuesday October 4th. Made to begins at Noon. More information in Ohio. commemorate the 25th anniversary can be found at https:// 3.

Of the Year Awards—Due April of Mother Teresa's passing, this marchforlife.org/ohio-march-for1. Please forward additional documentary is breathtaking account life/ If you council can't make the information to the appropriate of this globally renowned and heroic Ohio March for Life, please consider program director for humanitarian, as well as the work of the new ASAP (Aid and Support consideration. her religious community. Please

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MOVIE PREMIRE

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MOTHER TERESA: NO GREATER LOVE During the last half of the 20th century, Mother Teresa captured the imagination of the world through her dedication to serving the poorest of the poor. Filmed on five continents and featuring unprecedented access to institutional archives and the works of the Missionaries of Charity, this movie is a soaring tribute to a spiritual icon, a powerful witness of authentic Christian charity, and a guidepost for all who seek hope in our turbulent times. Join the Knights of Columbus and AM1260 The Rock to watch this inspiring, feature-length film (PG-13). Bring your family and friends to experience this definitive film and be inspired to put your faith into action.

Visit the official website for more information (click HERE).

AM1260 The Rock and the Knights of Columbus are teaming up to help promote Mother Teresa: No Greater Love. Join us on October 4, 2022 at the 7PM showing at the Cinemark in Valley View for a special showing. If you cannot be there, please go and see this documentary at one of the following locations throughout NE Ohio.

Theater, Location

Date

Show Time

Cinemark (Valley View, Macedonia, Strongsville, Wooster)

October 3 & 4

7:00 PM

Regal Theaters (Medina, Montrose, Hudson, Middleburg Hts, Elyria, October 3 & 4 Westlake)

7:00 PM

AMC Theaters (Ridge Park Square, Westwood Center, Solon)

Not Listed

As announced at the Supreme Convention, the Knights of Columbus produced a feature-length film about the life and legacy of Mother Teresa. Over 900 theaters across the nation will show Mother Teresa: No Greater Love on October 3 and 4. Made to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Mother Teresa’s passing, this documentary is a breathtaking account of this globally renowned and heroic humanitarian, as well as the work of her religious community.

We urge every Knight to attend a showing in their community and encourage fraternal leaders to organize a council or parish-wide outing by purchasing group tickets (25 minimum), or even buying out the theater for your group.

Several promotional resources are available on Supreme email. Download and use these assets to help promote the movie to your council members and in your parish and community.

Mother Teresa inspired countless people of all ages around the world. This is a great opportunity for Knights, their families and friends to learn more about this modern day Saint and be inspired to put their faith into action.

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STATE FUNDRAISING

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STATE FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS Matching Funds 2022 Campaign Under Way! September 1st through November 15th “IT IS LIKE A MUSTARD SEED THAT, WHEN IT IS SOWN IN THE GROUND, IS THE SMALLEST OF ALL THE SEEDS ON THE EARTH. BUT ONCE IT IS SOWN, IT SPRINGS UP AND BECOMES THE LARGEST OF PLANTS AND PUTS FORTH LARGE BRANCHES, SO THAT THE BIRDS OF THE SKY CAN DWELL IN ITS SHADE.” – MARK 4:31-32 It has always amazed me the dedication and commitment the Knights of Columbus have to Catholic education. Our assemblies, councils, and chapters show that the Knights understand the importance of and need to continue teaching our faith. Thank you for your donations last year as we were able to distribute over $65,000 to the six diocese and support evangelization and faith formation at the grass roots level.

That was last year and 2022 is upon us. Our campaign will continue “Growing the Faith Through Catholic Education.” The circumstances our church faces have not changed and your contribution to Matching Funds is more important than ever. Your donation will assist in growing Catholic Education for every Catholic school, PSR/CCD, youth ministries, and RCIA program in your diocese here in Ohio. And there is an even greater need now for technical equipment and digital resources to spread the good word and teach our Catholic faith.

The Matching Funds Campaign will run from September 1, 2022, through November 15, 2022. The Ohio Charity Foundation, Inc. of the Ohio State Council is once again able to match the first $25,000 donated to this year’s program. All contributions from your council and participating councils from your diocese, as well as any amounts matched, will go to the Religious Education Department of our Diocese.

Our goal for the 2022 is $75,000 and 75% participation from assemblies, councils, and chapters. It is a stretch goal given that many of our councils are still coming out of COVID, but “All things are possible with God” on our side!

To reach this goal, I am asking every council to work toward donating at least the same amount as you did in 2021 plus $20.00 or more. I have faith that the Knights of Columbus across this great state of Ohio will be able to contribute as generously as they have in past years.

Finally, please pray for the success of this year’s Matching Funds Campaign. May God bless you for your hard work and dedication as we do our part “Growing the Faith Through Catholic Education” in Ohio! All of the information and turn-in forms are available on the state website under PROGRAMS > Matching Funds.

If there are any questions, please feel free to contact me, Jim Maslach, at 440-785-9838 or via email at kofcjkm@gmail.com.

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KNIGHTS IN ACTION Knights of Columbus in Willowick recognized for efforts

By MARAH MORRISON mmorrison@news-herald.com The News-Herald

The Knights of Columbus Council 4498 in Willowick has spent the year completing programs that represented unity, charity and fraternity and those efforts recently earned it the distinction of Star Council, the international organization’s top honor for local councils.

The Star Council Award recognizes overall excellence in the areas of growing membership, promoting Knights of Columbus insurance benefits, sponsoring Catholic faith formation programs and volunteering time through service-oriented activities.

“We’re here because we help those who can’t help themselves,” said Grand Knight Randy Higgins, of Council 4498. “Everyone has a role. I try to empower these guys to do what they do and give them what they need to succeed. It’s almost like all these guys are the grand knight of their particular category of what they do.”

Among the many programs the Willowick Knights completed included education on the Rosary, keeping Christ in Christmas, Coats for Kids, a clothing drive, socks for infants and mothers in need and parishioners with epilepsy. In

addition, the local council partakes in two to three seminars per year to “It makes my job easier to recruit promote the Knights of Columbus’ people when they see what we do in insurance. the church and the community, and they want to become knights,” said “We do so much,” said Community Greg Tabar, the membership director, Director Mark Blase, a past grand noting that the council has a goal of knight of the Willowick council. “We gaining five new members sometime do the grounds here to make sure this year. “It’s not just the big projects everything is weeded and cleaned up. we do, but a lot of every day work.

Coats for kids last year — we We have a goal of five new people to collected maybe 100 coats, but we also join this year.” bought four boxes. We collected over 7,000 pounds worth of clothes. We Within the Willowick council, took that to the thrift store and raised everyone tries to help one another, over $1,600.” said Ken Enos, the council’s life director who was the head of the Since the Willowick group is an aging Socks for Kids program, as well as the council, not only new members are baby bottle drive and the parishioners being sought after, but younger with epilepsy program. More than members in particular, Higgins said. $2,000 was raised to help expecting There are currently 95 members who mothers and those already with are a part of the council, with between children.

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KNIGHTS IN ACTION (Continued from page 12)

As the faith director of the Willowick Knights, Tony Linc spends time educating members on the Rosary and its beginnings, and the significance it has.

“We encourage everybody to bring the rosary every day,” he said. “It’s a powerful prayer.”

One of the biggest aspects within the Knights of Columbus is keeping Christ in Christmas, noted Jim Ezzo, family director. Due to the pandemic, the program had to be modified.

“There’s several programs, but I felt that was an important one to get going,” Ezzo said. “We’re trying to bring family back into the church and the community, and we had things set up last year, but because of (the coronavirus), we postponed. We did buy keep Christ in Christmas ornaments and it was attached to a prayer card. This year, we’re going to do a prayer service with kids, moms and dads.”

At one point and time, there was talk of the Willowick knights dissolving as there weren’t enough members, Ezzo recalled.

“Father (Steve Breck of St. Mary Magdalene) did not want us to dissolve,” he said. “He did a great drive as far as getting everybody back and getting more members in.”

“The spirit of unity is something we don’t have much of,” said George Burke, a Willowick Knights member. “It’s a wonderful thing they (Willowick Knights) express a tremendous spirit. They pull a lot of people together and I don’t think there’s anything greater.”

Kevin O’Neill, a Willowick Knights member and past grand knight, finds that the more the knights do, the more people are interested in joining.

“We’ve done things for the church forever, but the best thing about what’s going on now is if the knights do something for the church, Father Breck tells people at Mass,” he said.

PUBLISHED: August 30, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. | UPDATED: August 30, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.

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ACTIVITIES

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STATE & DIOCESAN ACTIVITIES SEPTEMBER 2022 1—Exemplification CUF (3970) (6:30PM), Independence 5—Supreme Training (8PM), GoTo Meeting 7—State Exemplification CUF (7PM), Zoom 9—Cleveland Chapter Meeting (7:30PM) 12—KofC Training (7PM), Lorain 13—Exemplification CUF (4847), Brunswick 13—District 25, Tallmadge 14—State Exemplification CUF (7PM), Zoom 15—District Deputy Reports Due to Supreme 17—KofC Training (10AM), Zoom 18—Supreme Training (7PM), GoTo Meeting 19—KofC Training (7PM), South Akron 20—State Membership Team Meeting (7PM), Zoom 21—State Exemplification CUF (7PM), Zoom 24—Cleveland Diocesan Team Meeting (9AM), Zoom 24—Supreme Training (9AM), GoTo Meeting 27—State Officer’s Supreme Meeting (7PM), GoTo Meeting 28—State Exemplification CUF (7PM), Zoom For details concerning the events above, please check out either the state calendar or the diocesan calendar

Diocesan Exemplification Team is Ready to Serve YOU! Councils looking for an Exemplification of Charity, Unity, and Fraternity can schedule them through the state website. If you need a team, our diocesan team is available. Please contact Joe Vallowe at 703-839-3591 or vallowej@gmail.com.

Also, if you are interested in joining our team, please reach out to Joe. We would be more than glad to have you join us!

CLASSFIED ADS BE A LEADER AND MENTOR FOR OTHERS Do you have more to offer? Are you looking to be that next leader in faith and service? Maybe we have something for you? We are always looking for that next leader to be a District Deputy here in the Cleveland Diocese. Being a District Deputy allows for you to draw on your KofC and professional skills to help lead, mentor and guide councils in your area. We are in need of a couple of District Deputies in the NE and Southern areas of the diocese. If you are interested, contact George Metz or Jim Maslach for more information.

A CAREER UNLIKE ANY OTHER

The following was sent out to all involved in May. Please make note of it and be sure to check for your online statements regularly, so as to not miss payment deadlines.

We are seeking financial professionals to serve as insurance agents and investment advisory representatives (IAR).

Working with the Knights of Columbus as a financial professional is unlike any other career opportunity you’ll come across. We are a not-for-profit charitable membership organization that helps provide financial security to its members and their families through its insurance programs and investments while also engaging in charitable works.

Grand Knights, Navigators, Financial Secretaries, Comptrollers: This is a friendly reminder that the latest council and assembly billing statements have been uploaded to the Reports tab on Officers Online. The previous statements are also available by clicking the word “past”.

Each Knights of Columbus financial professional is assigned to a territory of Knights of Columbus families.

Our agents and advisors offer meaningful insurance and financial solutions to our Catholic members and their families and join our members in building our church and serving our communities. Call Jason at 800-484-0304 or Chris at 440-973-8288 x3 if you would like more information on this great opportunity.

SUPREME ONLINE BILLING

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OHIO CHARITY FOUNDATION

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HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS The Ohio Charity Foundation, Inc. is pleased to announce that, for the 2022-2023 school year, numerous $1,000 scholarships will once again be made available for Ohio Catholic students (grades nine through twelve) attending Catholic High Schools in Ohio. This is the twenty-sixth consecutive year that the Knights of Columbus Scholarships have been awarded to our outstanding Catholic High School students. More than $839,475 has been awarded during that period.

The requirements that will be considered for this scholarship are the student’s and families financial need, a Grade Point Average of 2.5 or higher, academic awards, community and/or parish involvement, and extracurricular activities. Preference may be given to students who are sons or daughters of a Knight of Columbus member in good standing; or a son or daughter of a deceased member. We have a particular desire to help students, who may be considering a religious vocation, stay in a Catholic High School to foster and encourage that calling.

No more than one Foundation scholarship per Catholic High School will be awarded. Scholarships from other donations and private sources may also be made available.

Did a deserving student in your high school receive one? Please encourage every student who fits the qualifications to apply for the Knights of Columbus Scholarship. Visit www.ohiocharityfoundation.org/ scholarships/ for more information and an application.

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TRAINING

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SUPREME & STATE TRAINING Regional Training Directors are a resource for councils in the United States and Canada. Regional Training Directors provide training for council and district leaders, both in person and online. Jon Olson is the Associate Regional Growth & Training Director for the Midwest Region. All training below is currently being held via GoToWebinar. Click the date to register. GoToWebinar will send back to the email address YOU provide the meeting link. Presented by Jon Olson, Associate Regional Growth & Training Director. To register for a session below, visit the state website training opportunities page at https://kofcohio.org/training-opportunities/.

COUNCIL GROWTH Monday, September 5, 2022 @ 8PM

DELTA CHURCH DRIVE Sunday, September 25, 2022 @ 7PM

The presentation will help Fraternal leaders resolve to leave councils, Come learn how to do the Delta Church drive method. this highly parish, and community better than how they found it. Leader should effective process of growth through communication will help you go also learn how to develop a simple, specific, year-round plan in from prospects to members and answer the why of growth. place for growing council membership, that involves participation from the whole council. Attendees should commit to work with their pastor(s), field agent, and DD to accomplish their goals. Leaders should understand the importance of hosting regular ceremonials, incorporating recruitment into every event, and running membership drives.

ENHANCING MEMBER EXPERIENCE Sunday, September 18, 2022 @ 7PM

YOU ARE YOUR PROGRAMS Saturday, September 24, 2022 @ 9AM

We will cover in this training: Understand what’s meant by the terms membership experience and membership engagement and how the two terms are related, Complete the Council Engagement Assessment to assess their council’s strengths and weaknesses with regards to member engagement, Understand that member engagement is the council’s responsibility. Successful council engagement leads to members having positive opinions about their membership, Learn the five steps in the engagement cycle and how they relate to one another, ultimately leading a member to go through them again, Discover tools that will help address deficiencies in your council’s current member engagement as based on your councils engagement score, and Understand that retention issues result when a council has failed to engage a member and show the value of his membership. These issues can be overcome by discovering where this breakdown occurred.

We will cover in this training: Understand the council’s perception by fellow parishioners, particularly that of inactive members and future potential members, Construct a council mission statement that reflects the council’s vision and goals. u Understand the Faith in Action program model and its four categories – Faith, Family, Community and Life, Identify the council’s flagship program(s), Access the council’s current program regimen and identify the current strengths and weaknesses among its program calendar, Develop a calendar for the next 6-12 months that responds to the council’s mission statement and addresses some of the council’s strengths and weaknesses identified above, and Understand the Program Director’s role in leading the council’s programming efforts.

KofC State Training Join State Advocate Jim Maslach for a comprehensive training session on KofC Council Operations. Topics will include: Council Officer Duties and Responsibilities, Council Growth (Delta Church Drive, E-Membership, Exemplifications of Charity, Unity, and Fraternity, Incentives), Member Management and Billing, and use of state and Supreme websites. The sessions are available on the dates and locations below. Please contact Jim Maslach at 440-785-9838 or via email at kofcjkm@gmail.com for more information or visit the state website Calendar of Events.

Monday, September 12, 2022 @ 7PM: 4720 Oberlin Ave, Lorain Saturday, September 17, 2022 @ 10AM: Zoom (Click to Register) Monday, September 19, 2022 @ 7PM: 2055 Glenmount Ave, Akron 20

DIOCESAN INFO

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DIOCESAN DIRECTORY State Advocate / DD #32

789, 3541, 5506, 13601 Jim Maslach

440-785-9838 kofcjkm@gmail.com

State Website Director

Tom Buehner

216-554-0722 tom.buehner@gmail.com

Assistant Membership Director

John Brown

330-610-0308 trouter0523@gmail.com

DD Coordinator / DD #33

310, 2726, 8320, 15023, 15737

George Metz

440-449-0081 georgegmetz@aol.com

Dio. Membership / DD #28

Inactive Councils

Mike Incorvati

330-671-1490 mbaincorvati@hotmail.com

Dio. Membership / DD #29

Inactive Councils

Jerry Nowesnick

440-336-0039 nowesnick@gmail.com

Past State Deputy

Robert Collins, Jr

216-410-7174 rfcollinsjr@gmail.com

Past State Deputy

Roland Bator

330-225-7354 rbator4591@msn.com

General Agent

Jason Staas

800-484-0304 jason.staas@kofc.org

Assistant General Agent/ Financial Advisor

Christopher Winston

440-973-8288 christopher.winston@kofc.org

District Deputy #19

547, 3213, 3410, 14054, 14111

Tom Goodheart

330-773-9379 MLTRG@ATT.NET

District Deputy #20

637, 774, 3269, 4891, 7970, 8369

DeWitt Gober

440-541-3317 DD20GOBER@GMAIL.COM

District Deputy #21

4731, 13984, 14416, 15901, 16373, 16376

Patrick Gale

440-382-1177 FLAGDAY66@WOWWAY.COM

District Deputy #22

733, 2643, 2790, 4217, David Tucker 13640

District Deputy #23

947, 3304, 14714, 15942

OPEN

District Deputy #24

4168, 4847, 10792, 11464, 14769

Tom Donovan

216-650-4213 TD3430@ATT.NET

District Deputy #25

2362, 3529, 4664, 5613, 10936, 13517

Cris Drugan

234-207-8686 CRIS.DRUGAN@ATT.NET

District Deputy #26

3970, 14406, 15056, 15614, 16137, 16279

Teran Taggart

216-509-2087 ADM5893@YAHOO.COM

District Deputy #27

2886, 3164, 4498, 4801, 5405, 13755

Tim Daley

216-486-1298 tdaley1861@aol.com

District Deputy #30

14255, 14551

Kevin Hogan

330-666-1343 K.J.HOGAN@ROADRUNNER.COM

District Deputy #31

2803, 4130, 4893, 5106, 5559, 11831

Bob Walsh

216-533-1134 REWALSH731@AOL.COM

216-310-4360 SIXFOOTSIX32@YAHOO.COM If interested, call George or Jim!

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