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K. OF C. EXECUTIVE 2004-05

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CHAPLAIN

Fr. Leo Lariviere. . . . . . . . .726-5127

DISTRICT DEPUTY

Gord (Cheryl) Edwards . . . . ..737-6633

DISTRICT WARDEN

Ron (Rollande) Ducharme. . . . .776-7720

GRAND KNIGHT

Chuck (Marla) Roy. . . . . ..735-2825

DEPUTY GRAND KNIGHT

Dave (Debbie) Taylor. . . . . . .737-8887

CHANCELLOR

Jim (Margaret) Biggs. . . . . . .735-5457

RECORDER

Paul (Angela) Sylvester . . . . . .726-6357

FINANCIAL SECRETARY

Dale (Marcella) Martin. . . . . .776-8907

TREASURER

Ron Hamelin. . . . . . . . .733-6793

ADVOCATE

Murray (Madeline) Kirzinger. . . .776-9578

LECTURER

Gary (Penny) Gardin. . . . . . .726-5050

TRUSTEES

Gary (Penny) Gardin. . . . . . .726-5050

Larry (Laura Lee) Bezaire. . . . .736-5267

Kevin (Michelle) Langlois. . . . .726-5013

WARDEN

Chris (Kelly) Bergeron. . . . . .726-5383

OUTSIDE GUARD

Jeffrey Drouillard. . . . . . . .726-5326

Al O’Neil(Carol). . . . . . . .737-9475

INSIDE GUARD

Russ (Rose Marie) Dalpee. . . . .726-6531

PAST GRAND KNIGHT

Elie (Linda) Bertrand. . . . . . .776-5073

K. OF C. MEETING

SECOND WED. OF EVERY MONTH

DINNER 6:30 P.M. MEETING 7:30 PM

CHARITIES MEETING – SEE CALENDAR

COLUMBIAN CLUB MEETING

FOURTH WED. OF EVERY MONTH

MEETING 7:00 PM

FAMILY

WEB SITE - www.kofcmcgregor2844.com

FEB. 11^TH AND 25^TH

FISH FRY

FEB. 12^TH

SQUIRES STARVATHON

FEB. 14^TH

VALENTINES DAY

REMEMBER YOUR SWEET HEART

FEB 18^TH

CHICKEN AND SLIDERS

FEB. 19^TH

BOWLERS BBQ

FEB.26^TH

BEACH PARTY

MARCH 6^TH

ROBERT JONES BOWLING

IN WINDSOR

JUST A REMINDER THAT YOU CAN SAVE THE KC SOME $ BY EITHER GETTING YOUR BULLETIN THROUGH EMAIL OR OFF THE WEB. CONTACT MURRAY

KIRZINGER 776-9578 FOR MORE INFO.

PLEASE NOTE: SUNDAYS BAR OPEN 11:30 AM - 6:00 PM

ATTEND AND HELP OUT

AT THE KC FUNCTIONS

YOUR SUPPORT

WILL HELP MAKE OUR

COUNCIL SUCCEED

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COLUMBIAN CLUB

2004-05

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PRESIDENT

Gary Gardin. . . . . . . . . .726-5050

VICE-PRESIDENT

Elie Bertrand. . . . . . . . . .776-5073

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Chuck Roy. . . . . . . . . . .735-2825

Dale Martin. . . . . . . . . .776-8907

Frank Van der Pryt. . . . . . . .726-5182

Jim Biggs . . . . . . . . . . .735-5457

Murray Kirzinger. . . . . . . .776-9578

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MCGREGORETTES EXECUTIVE

2004-05

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PRESIDENT

Janet Moore. . . . . . . . . .776-5022

1ST VICE-PRESIDENT

Cindy Dislippe. . . . . . . . .736-1166

2ND VICE-PRESIDENT

Gisele Pidgeon. . . . . . . . .726-5478

RECORDING SECRETARY

Angela Sylvester. . . . . . . . .726-6357

CORRESPONDENCE SECRETARY

Mary Meloche. . . . . . . . .726-6582

TREASURER

Diane King. . . . . . . . . . .726-9670

PAST PRESIDENT

Deirdre Van der Pryt. . . . . . .726-5182

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IN CASE OF ILLNESS OR DEATH IN THE FAMILY PLEASE NOTIFY:

MCGREGORETTES - BETTY DEBLOIS AT 726-6391 OR 726-6307 AT WORK

KNIGHTS – SUE DESCHAMPS AT 726-6494

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KC INSURANCE - YOUR AGENT

JEREMIE BORNAIS

519-736-7983 OR

1-866-683-1355

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COLUMBIAN SQUIRES TRAINING TOMORROWS LEADERS TODAY!

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For The Entire Family

CHAPLAINS REPORT

Brothers,

Candlemas: February 2^nd – when Jesus was 40 days old, Mary and Joseph took Him to the temple in Jerusalem to present Him to the Lord. At this time also Mary went through the ceremony of purification prescribed for a mother who has given birth to her first boy child.

While the Holy Family was in the temple, a saintly old man named Simeon walked up to them. He took the child Jesus in his arms and told God he was ready to die—his eyes had seen the Saviour. He called Jesus “a light of revelation to the gentiles, and a glory for Thy people Israel.”

The Church celebrates these events on February 2^nd, teach of the Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Recalling the words of St. Simeon, the priest blesses the candles before Mass. The candles are lit to honour Christ the Light of the world. The feast is called Candlemas, the Mass of the Candles.

It is customary for Catholics to obtain blessed candles for their homes on this day. They are lighted in time of sickness or danger. They are placed on the table in the sickroom when the priest comes to bring the Sacraments of the sick.

Catholics should gladly make use of the sacraments and special blessings of the Church. It is true that these are elements in the practice of the faith which are of greater importance. The keeping of the commandments, for instance and the right use of the sacraments, especially of Confession and Holy Communion. To neglect these essentials, while being strongly attached to the securing of the blessed candles, ashes and palms, is to have things badly out of proportion.

Nevertheless it remains true that the Church places high value on her blessings and sacramentals. They serve to lift up a man’s heart in the service of God. They give him an opportunity to prove that he wishes to subordinate all that he is and all his material possessions to God’s will. And because their right use inspires good and devout thoughts, they serve as a channel through which God’s grace comes down into a man’s soul.

Yours in Christ

Fr. Leo Lariviere, Chaplain

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GRAND KNIGHT’S REPORT

Brothers,

Great News, only six (6) more weeks until spring is officially here. Even though it has been very cold, our Council has been as busy as ever with many functions over the past month, and I would like to thank a bunch of people for their continued hard work in our council.

· On Sunday January 9^th, the Knights assisted the Squires with the Pasta Fundraiser for “Carson“. Thanks to the Squires & their Councillors for their hard work with this very worth while project for our community. Thanks also to Bro. Gord Read, Bro. Gary Gardin, & PGK Elie Bertrand for their help.

· Our Council Free-throw was held on Tuesday January 11^th, at Ste. Ursule’s gymnasium. Thanks to Brother Derek Renaud for chairing this event. Thanks to Mary-Ann Renaud, Becky Drouillard, the Squires & their Councillors for their assistance with this annual competition.

· On Saturday January 15^th, our Annual Euchre Tournament was held in our hall. Thanks to Bro. Fred Dufour, & Bro. Vic Renaud for once again chairing this annual event.

· On Monday January 17^th, the Knights cooked, served, and cleaned up for the Ladies Annual Election Dinner Meeting. Thanks to the following Brothers for helping out. Bro. Ulric Renaud, Bro. Frank Pigeon, Bro. Al Satori, Bro. Frank Van der Pryt, & Bro. Chris Bergeron for barbequing the steaks.

· On Friday January 21^st, our monthly Spaghetti Dinner was held. Thanks to Bro. Gary Gardin, and his helpers Bro. James Prieur, & Bro. Dale Morand for their assistance.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

· February 6^th - Super Bowl Party in the Club Room.

· February 11^th & 25^th – Fish Fry – Sponsored By the Squires.

· February 18^th – 8^th Annual Chicken & Slider Night – Tickets $ 8.00 in advance. Please see myself, our executive, or the Club Room Bar for tickets.

· February 26^th – Annual Beach Party – Steak Barbeque –Tickets $ 14.00 – Please contact DGK Dave Taylor for tickets in advance @ 737-8887.

· March 6^th – Annual Robert Jones Bowling Fun Day – This year we are hosting with 5 pin bowling in the afternoon, and dinner to follow in our hall. More information to follow. Please contact Bro. Phil Lefrancois @ 726-5777 to reserve your spot on the bus.

· March 17^th – Annual St. Patricks Day Bash – Please mark your calendars. More info to follow next month

Brothers, as you can see there are many functions happening @ our Council. Always check the current bulletin. Have a great month & please, GET INVOLVED IN YOUR COUNCIL!

Fraternally Yours,

Chuck Roy

Charles Roy

Grand Knight

COLUMBIAN CLUB REPORT

Dear Brother Knights,

I’ve been a little under the weather lately and wasn’t able to be at the fish fry on January 14^th. According to all reports Eli Bertrand my partner in crime did an excellent job overseeing this event. Over 300 people were served that night and many thanks go out to all who volunteered their time and expertise.

The Anderdon Tavern closed their business on December 31^st and our club seized the opportunity to purchase their chicken broasters, a double deep fryer, as well as miscellaneous kitchen articles. I would like to thank Chris Bergeron, Don and Matthew Coyle, and my son Jesse for their assistance in moving these articles to our hall. I would also like to thank Becky Drouillard and our custodian Janice for all their effort in cleaning these pieces of equipment. Our kitchen is undergoing a substantial update and we hope to have most of the changes completed in another week. A big thankyou also goes out to brother Murray Kirzinger who has been helping me with the renovation.

We will be offering “Broasted Chicken” every weekday along with our regular lunch menu, and as a third option at our fish frys. Although the times and days are still being determined we intend to offer “Broasted Chicken” for take out or eat in. We are currently looking at 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday. This could be expanded if the demand is there. The Columbian Club board thinks that by going into the “Broasted Chicken” business we will be better able to serve our members and the community at large.

Fraternally Yours,

Gary Gardin

Columbian Club President

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CHARITIES REPORT

The following charities were supported during the month of October:

Windsor Essex County Senior Games.
Hiatus House Windsor Essex County.
VON Windsor Essex County.
Catholic Womens League of McGregor.
Bishop J. Cody Assembly.
John Brazil Squires Circle # 1385.
Columbian Squires Provincial Board.

Jim Biggs

RESULTS FOR THE ELECTION FOR CONVENTION DELEGATES

1^ST DELEGATE – CHUCK ROY

1^ST ALTERNATE – GARY GARDIN

2^ND DELEGATE- DAVE TAYLOR

2^ND ALTERNATE – AL O’NEIL

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DISTRICT DEPUTIES REPORT

Dear Brother Knights,

The month of February promises to be a busy month. The councils should have their free throws finished and we will be completing the District level in February. The poster contest will be at the District level for judging to move on to the Zone level for March 1^st. The District is running an essay contest for the first time in a long time. Thanks to Father Mat George of Maidstone. The district councils have supplied him with the resources to award prizes to the winners. Good luck to the participants. The Regional level of the Free Throw will be held in early in March. Participants must have credentials with them as well they need to know the Council name, number, city and the district they represent. They must also have gym shoes. Council free throw Chairmen are welcome to help. If you have any questions on the Regional free throw ask me at the district level, maps will be available as well for the winners.

In February the councils need to get back into the membership drives for the last half of the year. If your council did not have a blitz in January then they should be having one in February. I met with the other District Deputies in the Windsor and Essex County area and we discussed many of the upcoming degrees. We are trying to make sure that all the degree teams are utilized to their full potential. I have been supplying the Grand Knights and the Membership Chairman with a list of the upcoming degrees so we can get the new members through in a timely fashion. There are third Degrees in February and April already planned and we want to insure that they are full of new members to help all the councils meet their quotas. So once again I am asking the membership to help their council’s achieve their membership goals. Work with your membership chairman at the churches to meet the potential new members. Do not let him appear to be working alone. We all know this is not how we get things done in the Knights. If you know of a potential member please make the effort to ask him to join. The number one reason that most men have not joined yet is because no one asked them.

Fraternally Yours,

Gordon Edwards

District Deputy, District 88

SENIORS COMPLEX

NOTHING NEW TO REPORT.

Phil Lefrancois

President

McGregor Seniors Complex Inc.

726-5777

RECREATION REPORT

BOWLING WITH ROBERT JONES (IN Windsor) MARCH 6^TH. THERE WILL BE A SIGN UP SHEET IN THE BAR ROOM. $20.00 CANADIAN IS REQUIRED FOR 2 HOURS OF 5 PIN BOWLING AND DINNER AT THE HALL AFTER. BOWLING WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE PALADIUM ON WYANDOTTE STREET. IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO BOWL YOU CAN STILL COME – HAVE SOME FUN AND A MEAL FOR $10.00.

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McGREGORETTES LADIES AUXILIARY

Ladies:

January 17,2005 – Election dinner meeting. 34 members enjoyed a great steak or chicken dinner prepared and served by the following KC men – G.K. Chuck Roy, Rick Renaud, Frank Van der Pryt. Francis Pidgeon, Al Sartori, Chris Bergeron. Thanks, guys!

McGregorettes Kitty: $8.50 won by June Gignac

Attendance Kitty: $8.50 – won by Norma Tardiff

Raffle: (1) $25.00 Keg gift card-Maggy Laframboise

(2) $20.00 A1 Restaurant – Helen Meloche

(3) $15.00 Montana’s Restaurant-Ada Bondy

(4) $10.00 Hour Glass certificate-Doreen Grondin

10 St. Clement Parish dinner tickets for Jan.22/05 were purchased and raffled at the meeting. Winners were Mary Ann Renaud, Ada Bondy, Nora Galipeau, Doris Bissonnette, Maggy Laframboise, Cindy Deslippe, Julia Ouellette, Bernice Dufour, Theresa Quimby, Ann Meloche.

By-Law changes were reviewed.

To date, there are 63 members – 61 paid.

Election Results:

PRESIDENT: Janet Moore

1^ST VICE-PRESIDENT: Cindy Deslippe

2^ND VICE-PRESIDENT: Gisele Pidgeon

RECORDING SECRETARY: Angela Sylvester

CORRESPONDENCE SECRETARY: Mary Meloche

TREASURER: Diane King

McGregorettes Late Dues are $12.00. Deadline is March 31,2005.

Happy February Birthdays to : SUSAN CURRIE, MARIE GUMLACK, MARY MELOCHE, NORMA TARDIFF

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Mary Ann Renaud

Bulletin Publicity

FATHER LOUIS BOUE ASSEMBLY NO. 2355

Join the 4th Degree

Take the next step of Knighthood.....

the Fr. Louis Boue’ Assembly #2355 invites you to join the Patriotic Order of the 4th Degree.

Contact the Assembly’s Recruitment Chairman,

Reg Major at 736-8508

!!!! BINGO !!!!

ANYONE WISHING TO HELP OR LEARN HOW TO OPERATE THE BINGOS OR GET BINGO TIMES MAY CONTACT RICK OR MARY ANN RENAUD AT 736-2724

NOTICE OF MOTION

Charities Committee has made a Notice of Motion that St. Clements Council #2844 donate up to $2,500.00 to St. Clements Parish.

Charities Committee has made a Notice of Motion that St. Clements Council #2844 donateup to $5,000.00 to the Squirettes of Mary for their Community Work.

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Our sympathy goes to the family of Brother “Bunny” Martin on his passing, and to any other member who has suffered a loss that we have not been informed about. We