KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

 

ST. CLEMENT COUNCIL #2844

 

9560 WALKER ROAD, MCGREGOR, ONTARIO NORIJO--PHONE 726-6494 FAX 726-5616     MAY  2003

 

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K. OF C. EXECUTIVE 2002-03

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CHAPLAIN

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

DISTRICT DEPUTY

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

DISTRICT WARDEN

GRAND KNIGHT

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

DEPUTY GRAND KNIGHT

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

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

Pete (Helen) Petrimouix.     .   .   .   .       726-5255

TRUSTEES

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

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

Frank (Deirdre) Van der Pryt.  .   .   726-5182

WARDEN

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

OUTSIDE GUARD

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

INSIDE GUARD

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

PAST GRAND KNIGHT

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

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

 

 

THE 10 COMMANDMENTS

 

8. YOU SHALL NOT BEAR FALSE WITNESS AGAINST YOUR NEIGHBOUR.

 

SPECIAL SMELT FRY

 MAY 2ND 

 

MAY 11TH

MOTHERS DAY

BREAKFAST AT THE HALL

 

MAY 14TH

DINNER MEETING

ELECTIONS FOR KC EXECUTIVE.

NOMINATIONS COLUMBIAN CLUB

 - ELECTIONS IN JUNE

 

MAY 16, 17 AND 18TH

KC CONVENTION WEEKEND

FISH FRY

MAY 9TH & 23RD

 

MAY 24TH

SQUIRES CAR WASH

 

PLEASE NOTE:

WE STARTING TO HAVE NON SMOKING FUNCTIONS IN THE MAIN HALL – FISH FRYS WILL BE FIRST

 

INTERESTED IN A BLOOD DRIVE

CONTACT THE GRAND KNIGHT OR ANYONE ON THE EXECUTIVE

 

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

2002-03

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PRESIDENT

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

VICE-PRESIDENT

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

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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

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

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

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

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

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MCGREGORETTES EXECUTIVE

2003-04

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PRESIDENT

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

1ST VICE-PRESIDENT

Wendy Morand.   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   726-5071

2ND VICE-PRESIDENT

Pauline Leclair.    .   .   .   .   .   .   .   726-5197

RECORDING SECRETARY

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

CORRESPONDENCE SECRETARY

Margaret Biggs.    .   .   .   .   .   .   .   735-5457

TREASURER

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

PAST PRESIDENT

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

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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,

                It was through Christianity that womanhood was elevated from slavery of paganism to the position it now holds.  During the month of May, Mary’s month, a day is set aside in order that we might give outward expression to that respect.  Although worldly elements have crept in to commercialize the event, as it has in so many other cases, let us as true Christians try to give the day and its observance a religious emphasis.

                The true Christian mother deserves honour and respect since this is the greatest benefactor of her children.  She gave them life; she devotes her life to them and their welfare.  Furthermore, the Christian mother is an influence for good in the world.  In all things she represents what is good, noble and uplifting.  In her we see the model of true sacrifice.  It is through her example and her teaching through which she exerts great influence – she is able to lead them to God.

                In order then to pay great honour to the wonderful creature of God, we set aside one day of the year – Mother’s Day.  However we should not restrict ourselves to this day only.  We should love, respect and honour her throughout the year letting her conduct be proof of our love.

                Almighty God has been overly generous to all of us by entrusting us to a second mother even as our Blessed Lord was dying.  He gave us His own mother with the words “Son, behold thy mother”.  Since Mary is in Heaven, and since she is the mother of God, she is powerful before the throne of God.  Her least request will be granted – and she is our mother with all a mother’s love and feeling for us.  Therefore we should pray frequently to Mary, not only to ask for a favour, but also to honour her as we would our earthly mother.  “Remember, oh most gracious Virgin Mary that never was it known that anyone who fled to your protection, implored your help or sought your intercession was left unaided. {Memorare}

                Thus on Mother’s Day especially and during the entire year as well, we should honour our earthly mother, not just in a material way but in a spiritual way also.  Mary who is our spiritual mother is deserving of this honour.  Just to check on our conduct we should ask ourselves frequently “Am I a good child – to both of my mothers?”

 

Yours in the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph

 

Happy Easter,

Yours in Christ,

Fr. Leo Lariviere

 

 

 

 

 

GRAND KNIGHT’S REPORT

 

Brothers,

                I hope everyone had a most enjoyable Easter holiday.  I must congratulate Gary Gardin, Al O’Neil and all of their volunteers for making St. Pat’s Day a grand event.  The hall was tastefully decorated, food was excellent, and the entertainment was super.

                In April, we had 3 fish fries which were very well attended, especially Good Friday with 447 people.

                In May, we are starting with a Smelt fry on the 2nd, and a Mother’s Day Breakfast on the 11th.  Of course, on the 14th we will have our General Membership Meeting.  It’s our Knights of Columbus Executives Election Night and also, nominations will be opened for the executive positions on our Columbian Club.  The meal is barbequed steak.  If you are going to attend, and I hope to see a good turnout, please call the hall ahead to let us know so that we will have enough food for everyone. 

                On the weekend of the 16th, 17th, 18th, & 19th of May, is the K of C convention in Toronto.  The next weekend I’m leaving for 5 or 6 days to do some fishing and get some rest. 

                Thought of the month:

A mind that is stretched by a new experience can never go back to its old dimension.

Oliver Wendall Holmes.

                                                               

Fraternally Yours,

Elie Bertrand

Grand Knight

DISTRICT DEPUTIES REPORT

 

Dear Brothers,

                The Easter season brings with it many different hopes and wishes. For the kids it’s the candy that the Easter Bunny brings. For the families it’s a chance for us all to get together and visit before the summer vacation time. For us as Catholic it the time we reflect on the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. He fulfills his promise of returning to heaven and dies on the cross for our sins. He relies on the apostles and his followers to spread his good word and to help the church to grow. The knights are an instrument in that growth. The good work that we do in the community and for our churches helps spread the word that we follow his teachings. This work helps bring hope to the hopeless, food to the hungry, joy to the troubled and funds research to help the sick. Why would any catholic man not want to be a knight? So as our fraternal year draws to an end we must continue to strive to grow and carry on this great work.

                The weather is finally warming and I hope spring is here. April showers bring May flowers and April nominations brings May elections. If you have been nominated for a position you should feel proud that your brother knights believe that you can contribute to the leadership of the council. I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate all the nominees. I hope that you will consider standing for the position that you have been nominated for. It is important that we maintain strong leadership in the councils to keep them viable and growing. To all the members of the councils please try to get out to the May meeting and exercise your right to vote. By the membership getting out voting it shows that they support the council and its executives. So I hope to see all of you out at your May meeting.

                Do not forget to get your foursomes together for the District 88 Golf Tournament at Belleveiw Golf Course June 8th 1:30 P.M. shot gun start 9 hole executive course. Dinner to follow at Holy Name of Jesus Church hall. Cost $30.00 if you need a cart please let us know well in advance so it can be reserved for you. See your council representative to get your foursome registered. 

                                 

Fraternally

Gordon Edwards

District Deputy

 

 

NOMINATIONS FOR K C EXECUTIVE

 

GRAND KNIGHT

Chuck Roy

Elie Bertrand

DEPUTY GRAND KNIGHT

Dave Taylor

CHANCELLOR

Jim Biggs

Murray Kirzinger

RECORDER

Paul Sylvester

TREASURER

Ron Hamelin

ADVOCATE

Murray Kirzinger

WARDEN

Jim Biggs

Chris Bergeron

Bob Renaud

Lynn Richardson

Bill Bergeron

Al Sartori

TRUSTEE

Kevin Langlois

Gary Gardin

 

COLUMBIAN CLUB REPORT

 

Brothers:

 

SPECIAL EVENTS

Spring has sprung! Did you “spring your clocks ahead one hour” ?  I would hate to see you late for the Smelt Fry on Friday May 2nd, Mother’s day breakfast Sunday May 11th and of course, our Friday Fish Frys (dates below).  

 

CHANGING FACES    

Welcome Lorrie!  The Columbian Club would like to introduce our newest bartender, Lorrie Peer.   Some members may recognize Lorrie from her prior employment at local several McGregor areas Golf Courses.  Lorrie says that she is used to hearing your bragging about those “special golf shots” at the Clubhouse’s nineteenth hole. The Board thought that we should keep Lorrie around our Columbian Club just to keep your stories straight.  We fellow members would hate to realize that your golfing experiences have become exaggerated during the short drive between the Golf Course and our Clubroom.  

FISH FRYS   

The Columbian Club Board is taking some initiative and making what may appear to be drastic changes to improve any Knights of Columbus sponsored food events that take place in our main Hall Room.

 

·         NO SMOKING POLICY: During the April Fish Frys, the Board affected a “No Smoking” campaign inside the MAIN HALL.  We apologize for offending any members and patrons that continue as smokers but we encouraged that you ‘please’ restrict your smoking to inside the Clubroom only and not at any Hall Events.  The no smoking policy is presently limited to Knights of Columbus events.  Any hall rentals agreements made with private organizations may permit smoking at their discretion and subject to notifying our Manager at the time of rental.     

 

·         TAKE-OUT FOOD ORDERS: Patrons attending our Fish Fry events ‘know’ that we have always experienced long service delays.   Our kitchen staff is stretched to their limits in maintaining a steadfast ‘fresh cooked’ fish that does not become fragile nor greasy by prompt or prolonged cooking.   To reduce the line-up time, staff is implementing extra ‘fry cookers’.   However, we are experiencing that some “take-out orders” are being placed at the bar area as a means of making ‘short-cut’.   The Board requests that any purchased “take-out orders” NOT be eaten in the Clubroom.  Patrons seen to be abusing the take-out service will be requested to relocate their meal into the Hall and to have their food ‘plated’.  Should we experience continuing problems, the “take-out service” will be reassigned and handled by the Hall people serving the in-house line-up.  In other words, Line-up like the rest of us!   

 

NEXT FRY DATES

May 9th and May 23rd

Summer Calendar Months (one event only): June 13th, July 11th, and August 9th.

 

CLUBROOM SUNDAYS

Sunday hours – 11:30AM to 6:00PM.

Check out our food menu.

 

Fraternally Yours,

Jim Biggs

Columbian Club President

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DISTRICT #88 GOLF TOURNAMENT

 

                The District #88 Golf Tournament is scheduled for Sunday, June 8th.  The golf will be 9 hole Texas Scramble, with a shotgun start of 1:30PM at Belleview Golf Course.  A steak dinner will follow at the Holy Name of Jesus parish hall in Essex.  The cost is $30.00.  Power carts are extra and MUST be reserved one week in advance.  Sign up as an individual or with a foursome.  Contact Derek Renaud at 736-2724 for more info or to sign up.

 

Fraternally yours,

Derek Renaud

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CHARITIES REPORT

 

The following charities were supported during the month of February:

 

1.       St. Ursula PAC

2.       Sertoma

3.       St. Clements Parish

4.       State Board – flood relief

 

Chancellor

Jim Biggs

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