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Page 1 of 14 Volume XXXVI No. 1 July 2015 “When a great man dies, for years the light he leaves behind him, lies on the paths of men.” – Henry Wadsworth Longfellow CHAPLAIN’S REPORT Father David McGuigan Dear Brother Knights, Early in the morning on Sunday, June 28, a genuine Catholic gentleman, in the best and deepest tradition of the Knights of Columbus, David Edwin Johnston, 53, collapsed in his home and died, soon after. He had celebrated 25 years of marriage to his beloved, Terri, just the day before with a renewal of their vows and a joyful celebration. I know that our hearts reach out in prayer to Terri, and their wonderful children, Sarah and Andrew, and that Sheen Council, #7612, will be there to support them however we may. In more than just the obvious way, given David’s stature, he was a man to “look up to.” He was a kind, faith-filled and motivated Christian person, family man, professional colleague, and friend. As a Knight of Columbus, he walked the talk of our Order as a genuine and shining example to all of us of what we are called to be and to be about. In the first reading of the Mass that Sunday, from the Book of Wisdom, as David’s family and others were just beginning to grapple with this tragic loss, the Church proclaimed, “God formed man to be imperishable; the image of his own nature he made him.” Let this be our hope and prayer, in the midst of our shock and grief, in loving memory of David, our brother. David’s life reflected the divine nature, in his loving kindness, generosity, commitment, faith, and sacrificial service—offered even as he met challenges to his health. In the Gospel that same Sunday, everyone thought Jesus was too late to do anything for the daughter of the synagogue official, Jairus. But, Jesus spoke the word of new life to her, “Arise!” This call to new life in the midst of death is for David, too. It is for all of us who believe in Jesus Christ and walk by faith in him. David was, as we say in terms of the chronology of his service, a “past Grand Knight,” a PGK. I say, as I’m sure we all feel, that he IS and will ALWAYS BE a Grand Knight, a man to look up to. May he live, forever, in joy in the everlasting kingdom prepared for us from the foundation of the world. Rev. David McGuigan, S.M., chaplain Inside this issue: Chaplain’s Report...................................................... 1 Grand Knight’s Report .............................................. 2 Supreme Council Report ........................................... 2 State Council Report ................................................. 2 District Deputy’s Report ........................................... 3 Council Benefits Advisor .......................................... 3 Activity Reports ........................................................ 5 Family ....................................................................... 6 Chancellor’s Report .................................................. 9

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    Volume XXXVI No. 1 July 2015

    “When a great man dies, for years the light he leaves behind him, lies on the paths of men.” – Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

    CHAPLAIN’S REPORT Father David McGuigan

    Dear Brother Knights, Early in the morning on Sunday, June 28, a

    genuine Catholic gentleman, in the best and deepest tradition of the Knights of Columbus, David Edwin Johnston, 53, collapsed in his home and died, soon after. He had celebrated 25 years of marriage to his beloved, Terri, just the day before with a renewal of their vows and a joyful celebration. I know that our hearts reach out in prayer to Terri, and their wonderful children, Sarah and Andrew, and that Sheen Council, #7612, will be there to support them however we may.

    In more than just the obvious way, given David’s stature, he was a man to “look up to.” He was a kind, faith-filled and motivated Christian person, family man, professional colleague, and friend. As a Knight of Columbus, he walked the talk of our Order as a genuine and shining example to all of us of what we are called to be and to be about.

    In the first reading of the Mass that Sunday, from the Book of Wisdom, as David’s family and others were just beginning to grapple with this tragic loss, the Church proclaimed, “God formed man to be imperishable; the image of his own nature he made him.” Let this be our hope and prayer, in the midst of our shock and grief, in loving memory of David, our brother. David’s life reflected the divine nature, in his loving

    kindness, generosity, commitment, faith, and sacrificial service—offered even as he met challenges to his health.

    In the Gospel that same Sunday, everyone thought Jesus was too late to do anything for the daughter of the synagogue official, Jairus. But, Jesus spoke the word of new life to her, “Arise!” This call to new life in the midst of death is for David, too. It is for all of us who believe in Jesus Christ and walk by faith in him.

    David was, as we say in terms of the chronology of his service, a “past Grand Knight,” a PGK. I say, as I’m sure we all feel, that he IS and will ALWAYS BE a Grand Knight, a man to look up to. May he live, forever, in joy in the everlasting kingdom prepared for us from the foundation of the world.

    Rev. David McGuigan, S.M., chaplain

    Inside this issue: Chaplain’s Report ...................................................... 1  Grand Knight’s Report .............................................. 2  Supreme Council Report ........................................... 2  State Council Report ................................................. 2  District Deputy’s Report ........................................... 3  Council Benefits Advisor .......................................... 3  Activity Reports ........................................................ 5  Family ....................................................................... 6  Chancellor’s Report .................................................. 9  

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    GRAND KNIGHT’S REPORT Greg Lofton

    Thank you again for the honor to serve you as your Grand Knight for the coming fraternal year. I will always seek to serve all of our Knights.

    Personally, I seek each day to live the principals of our Order; Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism. I also seek to learn more about these principals. As a reminder, Charity is more than fundraising for a good cause; it is also how we treat each other. Our Catholic faith teaches us to love thy neighbor as ourselves. We show that love for each other and those throughout our community through the manner in which we treat each other, how we talk to each other, and how we speak of each other when we are not present. Charity takes another hit each time we disrespect our neighbors, friends and brother Knights. I, for my part, seek to boost Charity in all actions and engagements. That much I can control.

    Our Unity keeps us strong, and please know that together we can always accomplish far more than any of us can do as individuals. Through Unity we support one another. We don’t have to always agree with each other or

    we must align to one opinion, but it does mean that we should always count on the support and encouragement of our brother Knights in our Council and across the Order. Together, in our Unity, we can improve the life of our Parish and Catholic Community.

    Our Order was founded to provide assistance to the widows and children left behind when a husband and father passed. During this time in our Council’s life, we are suffering from the sudden and tragic loss of brother Sir Knight, Past Grand Knight of our Council, and current District Warden, David Johnston. His loss will be felt deeply and will carry over a long period of time. As a Council, we will emerge stronger for our honor in working with David over the years and our pleasure with knowing him and his family. We support each other as we grieve for our friend and brother.

    We support his family in many different ways, today and in the many days to come. We do all of this through our commitment to our Fraternity as Knights of Columbus.

    As patriots and Knights, we are proud of our devotion to God and country, and strongly believe in standing up for both. You will see in our workings through the viewings and funeral for our brother David Johnston that we as Knights, will stand for our veterans, and support them in whatever means is needed. Sometimes, just being there is the greatest gift we can provide for our passed brothers and their families.

    I look forward to the work and the joys we will experience in the coming fraternal year. We may start out a bit rocky will all of the changes the Council is facing, but I’m confident that we will see June 2016 stronger than we are today; stronger in our Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism, but as individuals and as a Council serving our Catholic Community near and far.

    We are ONE in our faith. We are ONE in our service. We are ONE as an Order.

    Go in peace, Greg Lofton

    SUPREME COUNCIL REPORT www.KofC.org

    Please check out the webpage for a variety of informative and enlightening articles and news about recent events for the KofC around the world.

    STATE COUNCIL REPORT http://www.kofc-md.org/

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    Please check out the State webpage (www.kofc-md.org) for information on upcoming State events and programs.

    DISTRICT DEPUTY’S REPORT John Trainor, District Deputy

    It’s hard to believe we are already at the start of a new Fraternal Year! It was certainly an exciting year that we have just completed. I want to thank all of our outgoing Grand Knights for all of their hard work and many successes that they had during the past year. I am sure you will all be around to help your successors reach their goals in this coming year.

    I am impressed with the newly elected Grand Knights as they have already begun to prepare for their year as Grand Knight. They will be busy attending the Grand Knight Leadership Seminar over the weekend of July 10 -12 in Frederick where they will pick up much worthwhile information to bring back to the councils.

    I hope you will be supportive of your new officers and offer the any assistance they may need. If you have any ideas of new programs you would like to see or ways to make existing ones better, please give them to your Grand Knight or Program Director.

    Now they we are entering vacation season, why not take your Knights of Columbus Membership Card with you. That card can get you into any Knights of Columbus Council in the world. No matter where you go there will probably be a Council nearby. Why not stop by and visit another council’s meeting. It is always fun meeting new people and believe me, they will usually treat you like a king. Who knows you may be able to bring back new and different ideas to your own council.

    Finally, when going on vacation don’t forget to take your rosary with you. Our Lady will help watch over you and keep you and your families safe in your travels.

    COUNCIL BENEFITS ADVISOR Mike Hurley

    The term life insurance that we might have through our work is a good thing, but it isn’t enough. It usually represents one or two times our yearly salary. Every member of Knights of Columbus who is working to provide for their family can apply for additional life insurance through the KofC Fraternal Benefits Program. So can their wives. A level term life insurance plan in the amount of $250,000 or $500,000 or $1 million is usually very affordable. In fact, a dad with dependent children really cannot afford to not have this protection in place. If we consider how much income we expect to produce in the next 20 years, that gives us a very basic idea about how much life insurance we should have in place.

    We Catholics should be aware that our time here on earth is but a fleeting moment in the big picture. Our founder Venerable Fr. Michael J McGivney established the Knights of Columbus primarily to provide this insurance protection. Please consider me available to get you an honest proposal/quote and to help you put this essential protection in place. Send me an email: [email protected] or call my cell 410-913-7835 Vivat Jesu, Michael Hurley, FIC Council Benefits Advisor

    LECTURER’S REPORT Raymond Hohl

    We had a good turn out at the Grand Knight's Picnic. There were about 60 who attended. George and I put together about 10 carnival type games. The balloon darts, fish tank pennies and the nerf bow and arrows were the big hits. There was a cotton candy machine and popcorn.

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    There were many prizes won by the children who I believe had a great time. There was a 50/50 raffle. My lovely daughter Anna Hohl won $33.00. Thanks to Dave Love who grilled everyone hotdogs, hamburgers and chicken. And a big thank you to Carol Love for all the wonderful side dishes and fruit. I want to take a moment and thank George for all his support, help, and ideas over the past two years with the socials. George, I could not have done it without you. I love you, man!

    COUNCIL NEWS

    Election of Home Corp Directors: At the next Council Business Meeting, the

    Home Corp will conduct its annual election of five (5) directors to a term of 3 years each. So far, Brothers Tony Gioio and PGK Dave Love have agreed to have their names placed in nomination for Home Corp Director. Any Brother Knight of Council 7612 in good standing with the Financial Secretary, is eligible to be nominated for and elected a Home Corp Director.

    As you know, the Home Corp is transitioning. We are selling the Council Home. Once the sale is finalized, the Home Corp Board of Directors will initiate a review and update of our By-Laws to reflect the changes that will occur as a result of the sale of the Council Home. Primarily, the size of the Board of Directors will be proposed to be reduced in consideration of the fact that the only property that will be on hand are the smoker and trailer, which can not be titled in the name of the Council.

    If you are interested in helping your Brother Knights in managing the Council's capital property and transitioning to a newer, smaller organization, please consider placing you name in nomination for the Board of Directors. If you are interested, contact the Acting President, Brother Harold Bernadzekowski, the Secretary, Brother George Moriatis, or the Treasurer, Brother Ray Miles.

    New priests experience joy of ordination: Please follow the link below to the current

    Catholic Review about our Seminarians who were just ordained (Fr. Joshua Laws and Fr. Francis Ouma):

    http://www.catholicreview.org/article/home/i-cant-ask-for-anything-else-new-priests-experience-joy-of-ordination

    Join Us at this Year’s Golf Tournament: Please see the flyer at the end of the

    Communiqué for details regarding this year’s golf tournament.

    TREASURER’S REPORT Chris Ryder

    No report.

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    GOOD OF THE ORDER Brother Peter Knapstein, had he been

    present at the June Council Business Meeting, would have won the Good of the Order drawing for $131. BUT, he was not present!! The Good of the Order prized for the July Council Business Meeting will be $161.....BUT....you must be present at the meeting to WIN!!

    The July Council Business Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 8, at 7:30 p.m. NOTE: The Business Meeting will be held at St Joseph's Church in Eldersburg.

    ACTIVITY REPORTS

    CHURCH Peter O’Sullivan

    Tuesday Rosary This tradition began following the 9/11

    tragedy and has continued without interruption. In addition to the victims of 9/11, we remember our service and law enforcement men and women and other intentions as they arise. Everyone is invited to come to the Cassidy Center at 7:30 p.m. whenever you have an hour to spare on a Tuesday night.

    Adoration Our Council has committed to have members

    present from 7:00 - 8:00 a.m. every Sunday morning. All Knights, their families, and friends

    are invited and encouraged to participate in this beautiful activity.

    COMMUNITY Council 7612 continues to support the State and Council fundraiser of selling Car Raffle Tickets at the Sykesville Volunteer Fire Department Carnival and the Winfield Volunteer Fire Department Carnival. During the Sykesville Carnival, we sold approximately 1,400 tickets -

    many thanks to those who purchased and to those Knights and family members supporting this effort. We will follow up after the end of the Winfield Carnival will a mailing of raffle tickets to Brother Knights for them to sell as they can and see fit to do.

    MEMBERSHIP No report.

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    COUNCIL No report.

    PIT BEEF Jay Fuller and David Love

    Dave Love is working the Winfield Carnival

    most of the evenings of this week. He also held the Pit Beef at the 4th of July celebration in Westminster, selling over 400 sandwiches at the event!

    CONCESSION STAND PROJECT Tony Gioio

    2015 M&T STADIUM EVENTS It’s going to be a great year at M&T

    July and August are packed full of events:

    *For soccer fans the

    CONCACAF Gold Cup tournament. *Two huge concerts:

    For the younger set, August 8th

    ONE DIRECTION ( The world renowned English/Irish boy

    band) And for the rest of us, on July 25th the one

    and only BILLY JOEL *For MARYLAND FOOTBALL FANS

    Oct. 24th Maryland vs. Penn State ****And to top it all off

    RAVENS FOOTBALL!

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    In 2014 we made a record fund raising

    amount running our concession stands at M&T stadium. Let’s do it again in 2015. Join us this year, come on down you’ll have a fun time while working with your brother Knights their families and friends while raising funds to support the charities and events of our council.

    FAMILY Jarvis Abellana

    Family of the Month We held a Mother's Day appreciation by

    giving each Mother and Grandmother a Marigold flower to symbolize their dedication for life and devotion. The Klezers delivered and assembled each marigold and was also available to hand out these flowers to our parishioners after masses. Besides our brother Eric, their children are active at church. Molly is now in college, she was an Altar server and former president of Junior Catholic Daughters. Now her sister Emily is following her footsteps, as an Altar server and also a member of Junior Catholic Daughters. Eric Jr. will soon join the ranks of the Squires. Mary, and Olivia are at an age to follow their older sisters lead. Congratulations to the Klezer Family, for their dedication to faith and family. Sharing our Blessings

    We are in need of items to support our local charitable organizations, and to assist St. Joseph’s Catholic Community in continued support of the outreach program.

    Throughout the summer, please bring in these needed items to all masses or anytime during church visits. Donations can be deposited in the Cassidy Center.

    - Personal hygiene items i.e. soap, shampoo. - Dishwashing soap - All-purpose cleaners/household cleaners - Household cleaning supplies - First Aid Products - Paper towels - Baking Soda - Diapers for Baby and Adults

    - Bath/Facial Tissue - Baby Wipes - Baby Ointment - Baby Formulas - Baby Blankets - Teething Rings - Baby outfits - Baby brush/comb - Receiving Blankets - Towels and washcloths - Laundry Detergent - Art Supplies - Hand Soap/Anti-Bacterial Soap - Board Games - Puzzle Games - Scooter or Skateboards - Small picture frames

    CULTURE OF LIFE Al Grasley

    5th annual Baby Bottle drive check presentation

    Brother’s thanks again for all your support: on June 25th 2015, we presented a check for $8129 dollars, the proceeds we received from the baby bottle drive.

    Thank you for your help and support of this mission.

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    We were all saddened to hear about or follow Brother Dave.

    Here is a Pro-Life article I wrote a couple of years ago. Thought it would be relevant:

    Pro-Life Report from August - 2013 DEATH

    I realize this is a pro-life report, but if you would indulge me, I would like to change the subject this month and talk about death, more specifically sudden death. At the end of June I received an e-mail from a college friend who I keep in touch with, and he informed me that a colleague of ours, died suddenly, while he was out for a hike. http://www.kjonline.com/news/Hiker-collapses-dies-along-NH-trail-.html http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/milforddailynews/obituary.aspx?n=bryce-k-griswold&pid=165535166&fhid=2726#fbLoggedOut

    I was stunned, and very emotional about it. I was not close to Bryce, but he was one of those guys in our class that was always on the ball, always had his assignments in, and always received high marks. He was a man that was going places and a fellow student that you tried to aspire to be.

    So why was I so upset about this? I have not talked to him or kept in touch with him at all since I graduated in 1985. I think the reason it hit me so hard, is I am sure he had the same worries as I have right now at this point in my life:

    Will I have enough to retire? When will I be able to retire? How am I going to pay for my kid’s college? Where are they going to go to college? How am I going to find time to do that? I will be happy when…….. Won’t it be great when……… All these worries, all this planning, and

    looking ahead into the future only to realize that there may not be a future, only today. And then I wondered, was Bryce right with God that day?

    Then I thought to myself, am I right with God today?

    Not too long ago, I would have said no, I am not right with God on any given day. But as some of you may or may not know, I have recently read the book “Rediscovering Catholicism” by Matthew Kelly. I think today, and every day from here on out, to make an effort to begin my day with GOD. Doing this has helped me focus on the day, focus on the present. Some of this is good and some bad. I have been a little loose with the money lately. I mean I could drop dead at any point what is the point of saving it. The good is I cherish the moments of the day: the laughter, the irony, the toil, the mundane, and the difficult. I am sure you have heard all the clichés: Live in the moment, Seize the day, Live for the now.

    I would urge you to start the day off with Jesus. I start my day going to United States Conference of Catholic Bishops site and read the daily readings (http://usccb.org/bible/index.cfm). Click on the today’s reading. If you don’t feel like reading them hit the Audio button and someone will read them to you. If you are in the mood for a 2-3 minute homily hit the Video button to see the teaching about the day’s readings.

    So what is my point? Start every day with

    God, because this could be the day that you meet Him. Be Bold. Be Catholic. Al Grasley “Pro-Life Guy”

    YOUTH / COLUMBIAN SQUIRES Position vacant.

    The council is need of both a Youth Activities Director and Squires Counselor. Worthy volunteers should contact the Grand Knight or

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    Program Director. For either position or both. It does not need to be the same person.

    C.U.F.P., INC. (HOME CORPORATION)

    Harold Bernadzikowski, Acting Pres. Ray Miles, Treasurer

    No report.

    WARDEN’S REPORT No report

    ASSEMBLY REPORT Greg Lofton

    4th Degree Report Monsignor Martin E Field, Chaplain of the

    James Cardinal Gibbons Assembly # 379 since it beginning, is retiring. A retirement celebration will be held for Father Marty on July 19, 2015, at 2:00 – 6:00 PM at Martin’s Westminster, 140 Village Shopping Center, Westminster, MD 21157. He will be missed.

    The Assembly’s Annual Crab Feast will be held on Sunday, September 27, 2015, 4:30 – 8:00 PM at the Creeping Creek Farm @ 2300 Harvey Gummel Road in Hampstead, MD. Cost is $30 per person for crabs and $15 per person not electing to eat crabs. We will have large crabs steamed for consumption along with homemade crab soup, sausage with peppers & onions, hot dogs, salads, dessert and beer & sodas. Please contact Greg Lofton, PFN for tickets.

    In addition, the Assembly holds a Crab Raffle sale throughout the summer and announces the winner at the Crab Feast in September. The Crab Raffle tickets are $10 each and only 250 -300 are sold, making the odds of winning very appealing. The winner gets a bushel of large crabs, 30-pack of soda, 5 pounds of large shrimp, and a quarter keg of beer. The winner is announced in time to host your own party for a fall football game or family gathering. Please contact Greg Lofton, PFN for tickets.

    Thank you for your support, Greg Lofton, PFN.

    Operation Welcome Home The calendar of OWHMD events for

    November can be found at: www.operationwelcomehomemd.org Please consider attending one of these

    events – it’s a wonderful feeling to show our returning troops how much support they have.

    BALTIMORE CHAPTER OF GK’S Gregory McClain– President

    http://www.mdkofc.org/baltimore/default.htm

    Chapter meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month at 8:00 P.M. at the Council home of one of our affiliates.

    SHEEN’S COLLEENS CORNER Kathy Wachter-Secretary

    Welcome Summer! June  has  come  and  gone.    

    We  worked  the  Sykesville  carnival  to  sell  ride  tickets  while  our  Knights  sold  car  raffle  tickets.    You  can  read  about  the  6/14  Awards  banquet  in  other  articles.    Our  team  of  officers  will  hold  a  planning  meeting  7/15  and  are  primed  to  work  through  the  summer  on  our  fall  fundraising  ideas.  St.  Joseph’s  is  allowing  us  to  have  a  Flea  Market  Sale.    We  will  host  a  yard  sale  and  charge  an  amount  per  table  for  individuals  or  groups  to  sell  items  on  the  upper  church  parking  lot.    We are progressing with plans for the Fall Flower Sale fundraiser. The Colleens have been waiting on approval by SJCC staff for approved dates. The  Loves  hosted  our  annual  picnic  and  social  on  6/24  where  we  enjoyed  some  

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    tasty  food  and  carnival  games  of  summer.    Who  knew  that  would  be  the  last  time  we  would  see  PGK  Dave  Johnston  alive?    If  I  could  just  echo  what  so  many  have  shared.    He  was  a  big  man  with  a  big  heart.    So  sad  that  heart  is  what  failed  him.    Our  thoughts  and  prayers  are  with  Terri  and  his  children.  Let  us  always  remember  to  say  hello  to  friends  and  kiss  loved  ones  goodbye  because  it  may  be  our  last  chance.    July  has  us  working  the  M&T  Stadium  concession  stand  for  the  7/18  soccer  tournament,  

    the  7/25  Billy  Joel  concert.    In  August  we  have  the  One  Direction  concert  on  8/8.    Lastly,  on  8/29,  we  need  a  full  staff  of  ladies  and  spouses  to  run  the  Ravens  pre-‐season  game  concession  stand  where  all  proceeds  fund  our  upcoming  projects.    Get  TEAM  trained  or  renewed  in  July  to  help  us  out.    See  you  at  church,  the  carnivals,  the  stadium,  grocery  stores,  or  wherever. Enjoy your summer, avoid the storms and stay cool. Thank  you  and  God  Bless

    CHANCELLOR’S REPORT Mike Murphy

    .Brother  Knights,  

    I  will  be  overseas  for  my  employer  beginning  Friday,  June  28th,  for  the  entire  month  of  July.  Please  keep  me  in  your  prayers  for  safe  travels.  Please  join  me  in  welcoming  our  new  Chancellor  Tony  Gioio!  

     v/r  S/K  Michael  Murphy  Chancellor,  Council  7612    

    If  you  know  of  a  member  who  is  sick  or  is  recently  deceased,  please  email  or  call  the  Chancellor  as  soon  as  possible.  I  would  rather  get  multiple  calls  about  someone  who  needs  our  prayers  than  to  not  be  notified  at  all.  Thank  you!  

    Please  review  the  listing  and  let  me  know  if  there  are  any  names  that  can  be  removed  from  the  list,  or  any  that  are  not  shown  that  should  be  added.  Thank  you  for  all  of  your  help  and  support.  

    Knights  of  Columbus  Council  7612  will  be  making  a  contribution  of  $1,275.52  to  the  Johnston  family  to  help  offset  the  cost  of  Dave’s  funeral  reception.  Any  brother  Knights  who  would  like  to  make  a  contribution  in  the  name  of  PGK  David  Johnston  are  encouraged  to  do  so.  The  funds  will  be  used  to  offset  the  council’s  donation.  Please  pray  for  our  recently  deceased  Brothers,  family  members,  and  friends:  

    • Michael  David  Evans—Deceased  1/4/2015  • Janet  Jenkins—Deceased  7/06/2015  • David  Edwin  Johnston—Deceased  6/28/2015  • Carol  Susanne  Newman—Deceased  2/4/2015  • Genevieve  Louise  Heine—Deceased  7/2/2015  • Najawa  McCoy—Deceased  5/15/2015  • Patty  McGuire—Deceased  6/10/2015  • Catherine  Welsh—Deceased  6/20/2015  

    Please  pray  for  our  sick  and  injured:  • Brother  Knight  Dave  Smith  • Pam  Murphy—Wife  of  Mike  • Jennifer  SanFellipo—Daughter  of  Frank  • Carolyn  Nacewicz—Wife  of  Mark  • Joy  Neverman—Family  friend  of  Dave  Johnston  • Wesley  Hohl—Son  of  Ray  Hohl  • Brother  Knight  Anthony  Vitale  

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    • Gov.  Lawrence  Joseph  Hogan,  Jr.  Please  pray  for  our  special  intentions:  

    • Seminarians  Joshua  Laws  and  Francis  Ouma  • Persecuted  Church  in  Iraq  &  Syria  • Pope  Francis  

    This  list  is  continuously  updated.  If  you  know  of  someone  in  your  family  or  friends  in  need  of  our  prayers,  please  send  to  [email protected]  

    Contact Information - for this year’s officers and directors.

    Officer Name eMail Phone Chaplain Fr. David McGuigan [email protected] 443-920-9116 Grand Knight Greg Lofton [email protected] 410-795-8090 Deputy Grand Knight Mike Murphy [email protected] 410-790-0284

    Chancellor Tony Gioio [email protected] (h) 410-552-5579 (c) 443-798-5671

    Warden Tony Gioio, Jr. Financial Secretary Bill Wachter [email protected] 410-795-2288 Advocate Joe Eagle [email protected] 410-549-3675 Lecturer Vacant Vacant Vacant Communiqué Newsletter Chris Martin [email protected] 240-328-7634 Membership Director

    Vacant Vacant Vacant

    Program Director Mike Murphy [email protected] 410-790-0284 Council Director Rob Deluna [email protected] 410-549-4718

    Concessions Tony Gioio [email protected] (h) 410-552-5579 (c) 443-798-5671

    Pit-Beef

    David Love Jay Fuller

    [email protected] [email protected]

    (c)240-417-4288

    Family Director Jarvis Abellana [email protected] 410-549-0664 Youth Director Vacant Community Director George Snediker [email protected] 443-375-2938 Welcome Home MD Dave Smith [email protected] 410-549-1802 Church Director Peter O'Sullivan [email protected] 410-795-4379 Culture of Life Director Alan Grasley [email protected] 410-549-7668 District Deputy John Trainor [email protected] 443-744-3609 Colleens President Brenda Watson Ransdell [email protected] Squires Counselor Vacant Benefits Advisor Mike Hurley [email protected] 410-913-7835 CUFP Acting President Harold Bernadzikowski [email protected] 410-530-0937 4th Degree Navigator Chris McGrath [email protected] 410-857-5631 District Warden Vacant Vacant Vacant

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    ARCHBISHOP FULTON J. SHEEN COUNCIL # 7612 22nd ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT

    You’re invited to join us and play a fun round of golf to support

    The Robert H. Clark Memorial Scholarship

    In memory of Robert H. Clark, a longtime educator in Maryland public schools and a member of Council 7612, this Scholarship was established to provide assistance to 4 local high school students entering College. Each year the

    Knights of Columbus, Council 7612 awards $10,000 in scholarships for payment of tuition and fees.

    Friday, Sept.11, 2015

    1:00 p.m. Shotgun Start

    @ Oakmont Green Golf Club

    2290 Golf View Lane, Hampstead, Md. Captain’s Choice Scramble

    $90 per person

    $340 per foursome

    There will be a steak dinner at the course following the event.

    Chilled beverages will be available on the course. Trophy awarded to Top 3 Teams Closest to the Pin (50/50) Putting Competition Betting Hole Longest Drive (Men, Women, Senior) Mulligans available Closes to the Pin Gimmie String available **Range Balls included before round

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    ARCHBISHOP FULTON J. SHEEN COUNCIL # 7612

    22nd ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT

    Friday, September 11, 2015, 1:00 p.m. Oakmont Green Golf Course, Hampstead, Md.

    Make checks payable to: Knights of Columbus #7612 or KOC #7612

    On-Line Registration Available: http://kofc7612golftourney.dojiggy.com

    Captain: ____________________ Golfer #2: __________________ Address: ____________________ Address: ___________________ ____________________ ___________________ Phone #: ____________________ Phone #: ___________________ E-mail: ____________________ E-mail: ___________________ Golfer #3: ___________________ Golfer #4: ___________________ Address: ____________________ Address: ___________________ ____________________ ___________________ Phone #: ____________________ Phone #: ___________________ E-mail: ____________________ E-mail: ___________________

    SPONSORS NEEDED $100 Hole Sponsor

    Sign on one of the 18 tee boxes

    $500 Birdie Sponsor (1) Foursome Entry

    Hole Sign 1 Mulligan Package (1pk = 4 Mulligans)

    Special Mention during Dinner

    Please list sponsor name as you want it to appear on our hole sign

    Sponsor Name: _____________________________ Sponsor Phone #: _____________________________

    *** In order to guarantee your spot please complete the entry form and return with payment to: Knights of Columbus #7612 P.O. Box 1226, Eldersburg, MD 21784 If you cannot join us or sponsor a hole, consider helping by sending a donation to the above address. Questions call: Bernie Zaworski 443.350.0265 Paul Barsotti 410.596.0839

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    Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Knights of Columbus, Council No. 7612 P.O. Box 256 Eldersburg, MD 21784

    Council Business Meeting 2nd Wednesday of the Month, 7:30pm at the Council Home

    Council Officers & Program Directors Mtg. Monday before Business Meeting, 7:30-9:30pm at the Council Home

    CUFP, Inc. (Home Corporation) Meeting Monday immediately following the Council’s Business Meeting. Meetings are open to all members.

    Reservation of the Council Home: To avoid scheduling conflicts concerning the use of the Council Home, the host or committee chair must

    contact Dan Hundertmark.

    Sheen’s Colleens Meeting 3rd Wednesday of the Month, 7:00pm, St. Joseph’s Cassidy Center

    Council Social Meeting Typically the 4th Wednesday of the Month

    Communiqué Deadline for Articles 4th Thursday of the Month