Father Seyfried Council # 821 Kings Park, New York

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June 2016

GRAND KNIGHT’S MESSAGE Grand Knight

SKJames Sherrard Dianne 656-8991.

Deputy Grand Knight

SK Peter Lehr Diane

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Chancellor

SK Gene Finnell Anne

Warden

SK Joseph Babera Rita Recorder

Peter Stein Michelle

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Financial Secretary

Tim McMaugh Helen

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Treasurer

Frank Shields Nancy

Advocate

SK John Hannon B arbara

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Lecturer SK Charles Herbert Mary

Inside Guards Joseph Ross Meriam

James Fallon Kristen

Outside Guards

Don Giglio Denise

Joe Tekverk Pat

Chaplains

Rev. Fr. Sean Gann

Rev. Fr. Francis Vattakudiyll

First Year Trustee

SKJames Sherrard Dianne

Second Year Trustee

SK Joseph Lupo, PGK,FDD Victoria

Third Year Trustee

SK Anthony Paruolo Laura

Editor

SK Richard Garland Margaret

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June 2016 Brothers, St. Joseph’s Family Picnic was another success this year with our Brothers’ participation and parishioners’ turnout. Appreciation goes to all volunteers and es-pecially PGK/Trustee Anthony Paruolo and Treasurer F.X Shields. The Memorial Day Parade was washed out, but ceremony was conducted at the VFW including organizations’ flowers and speeches with one by our very own PGK Anthony. Lec-turer Charlie Herbert again served as Chair. June 3 was Corporation’s Night at the Races co-chaired by PGK Anthony/ President Eric Johnston and DD Roger’s testi-monial followed by our best food drive ever June 4/5 the latter run by Charlie and Director Bob Normandin. Our end of year Pot Luck dinner had a few more guests than last year with attendee Bob N. receiving recognition for 47 years of service and Charlie Herbert made "Knight of the Year". Thanks to Treasurer and Recruitment Director F.X. Shields, Second Degrees were taken June 2 at HMM by George Foer-ster, Richard Bettica and Jonathan Valentin and they were joined by Jim Murphy for their Third Degrees on June 24 at St. Martin Council. As George and Richard were in attendance at our General Session, they were presented First and Second De-gree Certificates. Let’s offer a warm welcome to new First Degree member Michael Shivers as of June 22. This year’s three high school seniors’ college scholarship winners were Kiera Lehr- The Anthony Paruolo Family Scholarship, Sara Garland and Bridget Stenson –The Peter Brust Memorial. Kudos again to The Paruolo’s con-tribution, Committee men and Eric on a job well done. Our golf planning scheduled weekly meetings are Thursday’s 7:30PM at hall. 50/50 Raffles for this event were sold at Kings Park Day collecting $785. Fr. Seyfried and Brothers’ donated $411 to Sunshine Fundraiser wherein we also purchased a journal for Charity Ball. Other $100 support was given to Fr. Charles’ Mission and Music Ensemble. As this is my last Grand Knight message, I want to express my heartfelt ap-preciation for the assistance provided to Council from Officers/Directors/Chairs and Brothers all on Recruitment/Degrees, Clothing/Food/Blood Drives, Picnics, Pa-rades, HEC. Corporation, Newsletter, Website, C & B, Repasts, Communion/Easter/Christmas Breakfasts, Creche, Wine and Cheese, Soccer/Free Throw, Fish Fry, Ushering, Magnets, Essay Program, Valentine Dance, Soup Supper, Annuities, Golf. Fraternally yours, Jim Sherrard Grand Knight

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KINGS PARK DAY 2016 Kings Park Day, June 18, 2016 was a HUGE success! 50/50 raffle tickets were sold to benefit this year’s Golf Outing for Honoree Kevin Johnston. Parents were buying tickets like hotcakes. Kids enjoyed spin-ning the wheel and receiving prizes. Bob Bienemann once again was the top-dog at selling raffle tickets. Through your efforts, nearly $800 was raised! Thanks to all who showed up to help, in no particular order, GK Elect Peter Lehr, Joe Barbera, Ray Bruno, Charlie Herbert, GK Jim Sherrard, Rich Garland, Kurt Meyer, Joe Fazio, Len Moss, Jim Murphy, Bob Normandin, Bob Bienemann and others. GK Jim Sherrard

Grand Knight Deputy Grand Knight Chancellor Warden Peter Lehr Michael Russo Raymond Bruno Charles Blomberg

COUNCIL OFFICERS ELECTED

The constitution of the Knights of Columbus allows that the election of council officers be held at the conclusion of the Columbian year, for offices to be held in the succeeding year. The Nominating Committee consisted of Co-Chairs PGKs Joe Lupo and Phil McKeon, members were Mike Russo, Charlie Herbert and Terry Roche. The rules were explained by PGK Joe Lupo; and election held for each office. The results are reported here. Recorder Peter H Stein Treasurer Francis X Shields Advocate! S/K John L Hannon Inside Guard (2) Joseph L Tekverk and S/K Robert Bienemann Outside Guard(2) Donald J Giglio! and Joseph A Ross 1 Year Trustee S/K Anthony Paruolo, PGK 2 Year Trustee! S/K Thomas W McCabe, PGK 3 year Trustee! S/K James A Sherrard, Jr., PGK

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The Music of THE KNIGHT Those of us who regularly attend Sunday mass in Travis Hall are very familiar with the excel-lent liturgical music provided by the St. Joseph’s Ensemble. They are an important part of the out-standing music program we have here in our parish. What many may not realize is that Fred Facompre’, the founder and conductor of the Ensemble is also a member of Knights of Columbus Fr. Seyfried Council 821. Recently, members of the Ensemble had a surprise party in our Council Hall to honor Fred, celebrating his 30

th anniversary as Principal Cantor of St. Joseph Church. Fred is a

classically trained accomplished musician. In addition to liturgical music he has performed as a fea-tured soloist in such venues as Carnegie Hall, Radio City Music Hall, Tilles Center and Le Frac Concert Hall. He has also had the honor of performing as Tenor Soloist at St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome, the Basilica of St Francis in Assisi and in concert at St. Ignatius in Rome. Next time your Sunday mass schedule permits, come to Travis Hall and LISTEN TO THE MUSIC OF THE KNIGHT. Marty Mullarkey

COUNCIL FOOD DRIVE The St. Vincent de Paul Society and needy local families were the thankful beneficiaries of our coun-cil’s efforts during this Columbian year. Under the leadership of Brother Marty Mullarkey over 300 pounds of food contributed by the members at the monthly council meetings were donated. On the weekend of June 4/5 we held our fourth annual food drive at the council hall and once again hit the jackpot. Through the generosity of the Kings Park community, an endless parade of donors filled the tables with varieties of soups, pasta, sauce, cereals, juices, etc. These bundles were transported across the street much to the delight of the welcoming St.Vincent de Paul committee. This weekend yielded over 600 pounds of food plus $340 cash and gift cards. Thanks to all the brothers who donated or assisted. Bob Normandin/Charlie Herbert Co Chairs

Participants: Dom Giglio, Charlie Herbert, GK Jim Sherrard, Bob Normandin, Peter Lehr. Tom McCabe, Bob Normandin and GK Jim Sherrard.

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FR. SEYFRIED COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIPS I would like to take this time to introduce the three Knights of Columbus Scholarship winners for 2016. The recipient of the Anthony Paruolo Family Scholarship is Kiera Lehr daughter of DGK Peter Lehr. Kiera will be graduating Kings Park High School and attending Sacred Heart University. The recipients of the two Peter Brust Memorial scholarships are Sara Garland and Bridget Stenson. Sara is the granddaughter of Rich Garland and will be graduating St. Anthony's High School and attending University of Rhode Island. Brigid is the granddaughter of Mike O'Neil and will be graduating Sacred Heart Academy and attending Clemson University. I would like to thank all of our recipients and their families on this well-deserved honor. I would also like to take this time to thank the scholarship committee who took the time to review all of the ex-cellent applications that were submitted. Eric Johnston

KNIGHTS HONOREE KEVIN JOHNSTON Kevin Johnston has been a staple of the Kings Park Community since 1980 where he began coaching football at Kings Park High School and stayed involved in that program for 35 years. He began teaching English at KPHS the following year including teaching AP English and the Syracuse College Program Kevin also coached spring track for 15 years, winter track for 11 years (9 years as a head coach) and is incredibly proud of six league championships, 5 of them consecutive. He also coached girl’s lacrosse for 7 years. He was also very involved in student council taking a faculty leadership position for 18 years. Kevin moved to Kings Park in 1987 and outside of marrying his wife it was the best decision he ever made. He’s extremely passionate about the community of Kings Park and his former stu-dents. Forty former students were hired to teach in the Kings Park District, 38 have been to military academies, and he has been to 10 weddings where former students married each other. Kevin has served St. Joseph’s church as a Lector and is the current Vice President of the An-cient Order of Hibernians. He has been involved with AOH for 22 years. Kevin will serve as the President of the 2017 St. Patrick’s Day parade He is very proud of his two sons who both went to KPHS and are both currently serving in the military. Father John G. Seyfried Council #821 in Kings Park was chartered in 1903, making it one of the oldest fraternal organizations in the area. Adhering to the tradition of the Knights of Columbus, Fr. Seyfried Council has provided both manpower and financial assistance to the community and the church it has served for over 100 years.

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K of C Council #821 Program Schedule- June 1 through July 31, 201

June 2 Thu KPHS Scholarship 630PM A.Paruolo/G. Fennell 3 Fri Testimonial -DD Roger 630PM 3 Fri KnightattheRacesCorp 700PM Johnston/PGKParuolo 4 Sat Food Drive 1000/100PM Normandin/Herbert 5 Sun Food Drive 1000/100PM Normandin/Herbert 5 Sun Stony Brook VA 930AM PGK R. Alley 6 Mon Officers’ Meeting 800PM GK J. Sherrard 10 Fri Chapter Meeting 800PM 13 Mon General Meeting 745PM GK J. Sherrard 16 Thu Golf Meeting 730PM P. Siegel/N. Rossi 16 Thu First Degree #821 730PM Degree Team 17 Fri Pot Luck Dinner 630PM M. Russo/J. Sherrard 18 Sat Kings Park Day 1000/400PM Trustee M. Russo 21 Tue DD Meeting Fr. Judge 800PM DD R. Sirangelo 22 Wed 4

th Degree Mtg 800PM

23 Thu Golf Meeting 730PM P. Siegel/N. Rossi 27 Mon Corp Mtg. 730PM Pres. E. Johnston 27 Mon SC Conference 700PM July 3 Sun Stony Brook Vets Mass 930AM PGK B. Alley 5 Tue Officers’ Meeting 800PM GK 7 Thu Golf Meeting 730PM P. Siegel/N. Rossi 11 Mon General Meeting 800PM GK 19 Tue DD Meeting HMM 800PM DD R. Sirangelo 21 Thu Golf Meeting 730PM P. Siegel/N. Rossi 22 Fri Social 730PM (T) PGK A. Paruolo 23 Sat Kickball Game PGK J. Lupo/R. Ambrosio 25 Mon Captree Fishing Trip 745AM J. Barbera 28 Thu Golf Meeting 730PM P. Siegel/N. Rossi

POT LUCK DINNER On Friday, June 17, 2016, Fr. Seyfried Council #821 hosted our 2nd annual year-end “Pot Luck” din-ner. The dinner was a great success! Guests shared their favorite recipes. Members, with their wives and families, enjoyed a variety of dishes including penne with sausages, “pot stickers” veggie pie and chili, along with some fantastic desserts. This was a great success and was attended by 27 guests. This was no charge for the dinner, only nominal expenses were incurred, and the cash bar took in over $50. This is a Great way to get together with our members and their families share some good food and lots of laughs, let’s continue this for future dates. Mike Russo DGK Elect

KNIGHTS HONORED At the dinner celebration of June 17th, two of our brothers were honored for their contributions to Fr Seyfried Council, Br. Charlie Herbert received the honor of "Knight of the Year" for his leadership in many of the Knight's activities. Br. Bob Nor-mandin was recognized for forty-five years of membership in the Knights of Columbus; and leadership in our activities. Bob Normadin who was appointed a director of the corpora-tion. Bob will be serving out Peter Lehr remaining term for the current year. I would like to thank Bob for taking on this responsibility.

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