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26 Dec 07 |
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Gentlemen,
Crunch time has arrived. If you have not gotten your tickets, please let me know as soon as possible. I need to order food tomorrow.
I am looking for volunteers to set up and tear down.
Set up crew will meet at Ascension at 2:45 on 31 Dec. If you cannot make it that early, we will be at the Chinese Community Church until we are finished.
Tear down crew will start taking down after the party. The remainder of the work will start at 12:00 PM on the 1st.
Again, we need your assistance. Please volunteer.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
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25 Dec 07 |
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Gentlemen,
I just received word that the Calvin Rodriguez family can use our thoughts and prayers.
Calvin's Mother-in-Law is in hospice. Calvin, Liz Amy and Jennifer we are with you.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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24 Dec 07 |
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Gentlemen,
I just wanted to take a minute of your time to thank you for all that you've accomplished this year and to wish you a very Merry Christmas.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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20 Dec 07 |
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Gentlemen,
We will be holding a special 1st Degree this Saturday Morning at Ascension at 9:15 AM.
Please be there by 9:00 AM. If you could make it to support our new members please attend. What a great way to welcome our new members. Proper dress will be button shirt and slacks. I will ensure we have coffee and donuts afterwords.
Right now we have three candidates, there is always room for one (five) more. Let me know before or at our officer's meeting tonight if you have a candidate.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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17 Dec 07 |
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Gentlemen,
We will hold our monthly officers meeting this Thursday at 7:30. As always, all are invited to attend. This will be our last major meeting prior to the Rockin' New Year's Eve Luau, so expect a few emails in the near future looking for volunteers to set up and tear down. We will also need one or two volunteers to work during the event.
Time is getting very short, buy your tickets now!!!!!!!!!
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12 Dec 07 |
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Gentlemen,
If you haven't gotten you tickets to the Rockin' New Year's Eve Luau, please do.
Time is getting very short. If you have any quesitons, let me know.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902
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10 Dec 07 |
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Gentlemen,
I would like to take a few seconds to thank all those who participated in this past weekend's events. I know how difficult it is to take time away from your families, especially around the holidays. But, that is exactly the time when we are needed the most.
On Saturday, 8 Dec, you helped serve over 130 pancake breakfasts in a cause to help benefit the Children's Hospital. Special thanks goes to Dave Akers who played a fantastic Santa.
Next, on Sunday, 9 Dec, you again helped serve over 120 pancake breakfasts to members of our parish at our monthly pancake breakfast. Thanks goes to all who participated, with special thanks to Gene Hazen and Rodger Blake who are there buying the food, cooking and setting up and tearing down month after month. Also, a quick thanks to Dan and Delores Collins for getting the youth involved in this project. The young adults that are signing up have been a great help, have been performing admirably and have been a great joy to work with.
Lastly, on Sunday, 9 Dec, you again showed your colors by serving over 400 hot dogs at the military chapel in Murphy Canyon. Calvin Rodriguez, thanks for organizing the event and allowing us to participate. Our military and their families are far too important to neglect, I was proud and honored to assist you yesterday.
And so goes another weekend in the life of Council 7902 at Ascension. I couldn't be more pround to call you all my brothers. I greatly appreciated all you do.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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26 Nov 07 |
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Worthy Chapter President,
I would like to take this opportunity to thank the members of Bishop Buddy Assembly for their participation in our Thanksgiving Mass which was held on 22 November 2007.
On short notice, they graciously accepted an offer to participate as the Honor Guard in our Mass at Asencion. Their presence added a touch of pride, not only in country but in the Knights of Columbus. Their impeccable uniforms and attention to detail enhanced the Mass not only for me, but for all those in attendance. Again, I say, Thank you, Bishop Buddy Assembly, for a job well done!”
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
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26 Nov 07 |
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Gentlemen,
I trust everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving! For my family it was a great kick-off to what I know will be a fantastic Christmas Season. Now what I would like you all to do, if you haven't already, is buy your tickets to the New Year's Eve Luau. And invite your friends. It won't be a party unless you are there. Time is getting short. Buy now!
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
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15 Nov 07 |
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Gentlemen,
Just another reminder that our monthly business meeting wil be tonight at 7:30.
You will find the minutes from our last meeting attached for your review. |
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13 Nov 07 |
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Gentlemen,
Just a quick note to remind you that annual dues time is here. Dues for each calendar year are $48. If for some circumstance you are unable to pay this amount, please let me know. We will work something out. It is important to me that we keep members in our council that truly want to be members. Membership cards should be available at the December meeting, January meeting at the latest. If you have any questions or concerns, please let me know.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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12 Nov 07 |
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Gentlemen,
Thank you for a successful Past Grand Knight's Dinner and Congratulations to Dave Timmons for receiving Knight of the Year. A well deserved honor. And thank you for your hard work at the pancake breakfast this past Sunday. especially you Dustin :-)
Now is the time to hit the decks running to make this year's New Year's Eve Party better than the last. Sell tickets........Sell tickets....and don't forget to buy your tickets.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
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5 Nov 07 |
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I am forwarding this on behalf of Fr. Chuck.
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Subject: Diologue with Bishop Brom on Thursday, Nov 8th (7pm)Bishop Brom has asked to visit with us and address the whole subject of "Sexual Abuse and Related Matters" here at Ascension Church in a town hall fashion on Thursday November 8th at 7 PM. While primarily addressed to the Parish Pastoral Council and Finance Council membership, all of you are invited to join us, hear from the bishop, and get your questions/concerns answered. His hope is to "help us on the way to restoring trust, renewing hope and embracing our mission."
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5 Nov 07 |
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Gentlemen,
This Saturday, after the 5:30 Mass, we will celebrate our Past Grand Knights Dinner in the St. Mary's Room. If you wish to wear a tie to the event, that is up to you. But a collared shirt will be fine. I am looking for a few volunteers to set up at 3:30 if you can make it. It shouldn't take long.
This Sunday as was announced is our monthly pancake breakfast. If you can assist with any part of it, I would greatly appreciate it. And as always if you can't work it, please stop by for breakfast and fellowship.
Lastly our initial announcement for the Rockin' New Year's Eve Luau went very well. Thank you Mike and Chuck for helping making the pitch. Tickets go on sale this weekend and we will need volunteers to help sell tickets after each Mass. Please respond to let me know which Mass you can help at. This is the beginning of the crucial push. All the planning in the world will not ensure a good party without people to attend.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
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1 Nov 07 |
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Gentlemen,
Since we will not have our meeting this week nor next, if you are able to stick around for a few minutes after Mass this evening, I would appreciate it. I would like to discuss a few things about the Past Grand Knights Dinner as well as the New Year's Eve Party.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902
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1 Nov 07 |
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Gentlemen,
I just received a call from the church office. There are scheduling conflicts on the 8th of November. Therefore we will not have our monthly meeting that day. Instead we will make our monthly officers meeting on 15 Nov the regular business meeting.
Again, our monthly meeting will be moved to 15 Nov at 7:30 I am sorry for the inconvenience.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902
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24 Oct 07 |
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Gentlemen,
Please read and take action regarding the attached document. Tierra Santa homes were spared this time. But I can easily recall the events of our evacuation and the loss of friends homes in 2003.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902
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Subject: Fire Disaster - 2007Worthy Brother Knights,
The attached PDF file is a letter from State Deputy James R. Scroggin. It pertains to the present Fire Disasters in Southern California and addresses the need for establishing relief and assistance. Please read and take appropriate action. If you have any problem opening the file please call the State Office at 909-434-0460.
Barry J.M. Crawley
Executive Secretary
State Office |
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22 Oct 07 |
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Brothers,
Since the 1st of November is a Holy Day of Obligation, we will move our regular business meeting from the 1st to the 8th of November. I will send another email out later to remind everyone.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
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19 Oct 07 |
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Brothers,
Here is the lastest on the Past Grand Knights Dinner:
Dinner will be after the 5:30 Mass on 10 November.
Menu will be Chinese.
Cost for the event will be...donation.
Again, I am looking forward to a fun filled night with families and friends.
For those of you who have expressed an interest in attending and no longer wish to attend please let me know.
For those of you who have either changed their minds and would like to attend or have not yet responded, please
let me know.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
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18 Oct 07 |
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Aloha Brothers,
The time is right to get the ROCKIN' NEW YEAR'S LUAU off to a grand start. Attached is the flyer that, with Fr. Chuck's permission, will be slotted in church bulletins in the not so distant future.
In order to make the event really work though, we need each of you to "sell" the party.
Get the flyers out to family and friends. I am really enthusiastic about this years party and I'm looking forward to a fantastic time. More to follow.
Mahalo,
Rick Kania
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17 Oct 07 |
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Brothers,
Below is from the desk of Fr. Chuck. Please read.
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Good morning everyone. I should like to invite all the memembers of the Parish Pastoral Council (and any other parishioner who wishes to join us) to the next regular meeting of the Parish Finance Council set for Monday, October 22nd in the St. M ary's Room at 7 PM. In addition to the usual business of "how are things going" (including recently completed and planned church repair & building projects) we will be joined by Fred Baranowski, a member of the Diocesan Finance Council. Fred, a parishioner of Ascension, will address the settlement reached by the diocese, and the efforts being made to reach out to the victims while still meeting the needs of the people of the Church, including the campaign being conducted to raise part of that money from the people of the Church. No we will not be serving wine or dinner -- just facts!
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16 Oct 07 |
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Brothers,
Sorry I haven't updated you regarding the Past Grand Knight's Dinner. I've been waiting for information. But let me tell you what we have so far.
Because we were unable to get the minimum number required for the Butcher Shop, the council decided to hold the Past Grand Knight's Dinner at the St. Mary's Room after the 5:30 Mass on 10 November 2007.
We will discuss the menu at our Officers Meeting this Thursday. I will get the information out to you all on Friday regarding menu, cost etc.
I am looking forward to a fun filled night with families and friends.
For those of you who have expressed an interest in attending and no longer wish to attend please let me know.
For those of you who have either changed their minds and would like to attend or have not yet responded, please
let me know.
More to follow.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
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08 Oct 07 |
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Brothers,
Just a quick reminder that this Sunday 14 Oct is our monthly Pancake Breakfast.
As always, any help that you could provide would be greatly appreciated. And as
always, if you can't help out, please stop by for a good breakfast and fellowship.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
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24 Sep 07 |
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I am resending this email from last week. Since I've only received a response from 3 individuals, it is possible that
you may not have received the email below. I need to make a commitment to the Butcher Shop by 15 Oct.
Please respond.
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Brothers,
Our annual Past Grand Knights Dinner will be held on 10 Nov this year. The event will held at the Butcher Shop and will kick off at 6PM for Happy Hour. Dinner will be at 7PM with dancing and fellowship to follow. Tickets will be $35 each and I am looking forward to hearing from each of you about how you can get/reserve your tickets. And remember, this is a celebration of who we are as a council and how we got there. Let's have a strong showing of support for the men who volunteered to be Grand Knights of Council 7902. A positive or negative response would be appreciated.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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19 Sep 07 |
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Brothers,
Our annual Past Grand Knights Dinner will be held on 10 Nov this year. The event will held at the Butcher Shop and will kick off at 6PM for Happy Hour. Dinner will be at 7PM with dancing and fellowship to follow. Tickets will be $35 each and I am looking forward to hearing from each of you about how you can get/reserve your tickets. And remember, this is a celebration of who we are as a council and how we got there. Let's have a strong showing of support for the men who volunteered to be Grand Knights of Council 7902. A positive or negative response would be appreciated.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
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18 Sep 07 |
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Brothers,
I just received a call from Dan Collins. He can only provide 3 volunteers to work at PETCO this Sunday. We are looking for volunteers to supplement the workforce.
Please let me know as soon as possible if you can work.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
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17 Sep 07 |
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Brothers,
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of you who participated and worked so diligently at PETCO park this summer. Special thanks goes out to the ladies who supported us and worked alongside their Knights. Without your help we would not have
bee successful. Also, Fr. Chuck: words cannot describe how much your presence with us has lit a fire within us to continue to do what we are called and asked to do. Lastly, Lee Beel and Chuck Rhodes, I appreciate your patience. Being moved from place to place and working hard demonstrates to me what being a Knight is all about.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
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17 Sep 07 |
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Brothers,
This Thursday 20 Sep) is our monthly officers meeting. All are invited to attend. Please be there by 7:30.
Some topics of discussion:
Past Grand Knights Dinner
Tootsie Roll Drive
New Year's Eve Party
and as always, the floor is open.
See you there.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902
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10 Sep 07 |
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Brothers,
This Sunday, (16 Sep) is the last obligated day for the Knights to work.
So far, the following have volunteered:
Rick Kania
Chuck Rhoades
Tracy Patterson
Dave Timmons
Lee Beel
Laurie Kania
David Akers
Ron Oliver
Linda Akers
Dustin Butcher
As you can see, there are only ten names listed. Minimum is 12. I ask that two more people step up to volunteer. If you would like to car pool, we will meet at the Ascension at 9:00AM.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
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6 Sep 07 |
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Brothers,
Your prayers are requested for the Mijeres Family. Jesus' sister will undergo surgery today.
While you are at it, please don't forget:
Art Doughty
Rodger Blake Jr.
Jim Canzoneri
Tony Strother
as well as all our private intentions.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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5 Sep 07 |
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Please read below....
If we have any candidates for the first, second or third degrees, please let me know. Mark Elfman: Please check with your candidate to see if he can make the first degree.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902
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Brother Knights
The Regina Coeli Council 4953 will host BOTH a First and Second Degree Exemplification Ceremony on Thursday, September 13th in the K of C Hall, located at 515 W. Valley Parkway in Escondido.
Check-in time for the 1st Degree will be 6:45 p.m. We plan to close the Main Entrance Door (on the West side of the building next to the parking lot) at 7:15 p.m. Our council will start the 1st Degree at 7:15 p.m.
For those that arrive after 7:15 p.m., they can enter the hall through the street entrance on the North side of the building. They can wait in the bar area until the 1st Degree is completed.
The 2nd Degree will be conducted by the District 104 Second Degree Team from San Marcos and will start as soon as possible following the 1st Degree (approximately 8:15 p.m.).
At this time we do not have an estimated number of candidates for the First Degree, but we will be flexible and take care of all who show up on time.
All councils should provide membership cards, rosaries, and copies of "These Men They Call Knights" for their candidates.
As all of you should know, there is a Third Degree Exemplification Ceremony scheduled for Sunday, September 23rd at Council 13007 in Lakeside, so this is a great opportunity to have all of your council's candidates complete all three of their degrees this month.
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5 Sep 07 |
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Brothers,
There is a 2nd Degree at St James the Greater in Solana Beach on Monday, September 17th.
Registration at 7:00 PM, degree at 7:30.
If you plan on attending, please let me know.
Fraternally,
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4 Sep 07 |
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I would like to thank all who worked PETCO this past Saturday. It was a blockbuster night. It was a lot of work and a lot of fun and all that you did to make it successful was appreciated.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
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4 Sep 07 |
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Brother,
This Thursday (6 Sep) is our monthly business meeting. As usual, there is always a lot to discuss. A few topics will be:
BBQ wrap-up
Membership Drive this month
Membership Drive dinner this month
Tootsie Roll Drive next month
Past Grand Knights Dinner
Taking out an add in the bulletin
New Years Eve I am looking forward to seeing you all there and hearing your comments.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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24 Aug 07 |
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Brothers,
We are still in need of a few volunteers to help at PETCO on 1 September. Game time is 7:05PM, we will need to be there about three hours prior to that.
For the people below, please confirm your commitment.
Rick Kania
Dennis James
Yolanda James
Beverly James
Ross Bouman
Dave Timmons
Dustin Butcher
Tracy Patterson
Rodger Blake
Jeff Canning
We do have possible help from the people listed below.
Laurie Kania
Wayne Patterson
Sandy Patterson
Remember, if we can supply at least 14 people, we can get a consession stand that will be worth the effort. Please volunteer.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
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22 Aug 07 |
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Brothers, I just received word that Sylvester (Sy) Burke died on Sunday. His service is the August 31st.
Also, I received the following from Rodger Blake: My son is doing very well. They took all of the tubes out except for the one that drains the fluid off his brain. He was allowed to eat his first meal today. He is still not out of the woods but doing much better. Keep the prayers going. He still needs them.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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21 Aug 07 |
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Brothers,
Thanks to all those who volunteered to help set up or tear down or both for Taste of TierraSanta, but our assistance is not necessary. Taste will not be using the tents.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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17 Aug 07 |
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Brothers,
Its zero hour. Tomorrow is the annual BBQ. I would like to thank everyone for all
they've done so far. But it isn't over yet, the fruit of all their labor won't mean much unless we get the assistance that is required tomorrow. Again, we will need help with set up, (after the 8AM Mass); we will need help during the BBQ (please be there by 5PM, and we will need help breaking down, (after the event is over)
See you tomorrow.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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16 Aug 07 |
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Brothers,
The names below have volunteered to work at PETCO Field on 1 September.
Rick Kania
Laurie Kania
Dennis James
Yolanda James
Beverly James
Ross Bouman
Dave Timmons
Dustin Butcher
Tracy Patterson
Rodger Blake
As you can see, we only have 10 volunteers. I have been informed that the game is already sold out and that if we can provide at least 15 bodies, we will be moved to a "super busy stand". Its up to you. Please step up. If you haven't gone through training yet and still want to work, I will work on that for you.
Again, let me know.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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15 Aug 07 |
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Brothers,
We have been given the opportunity to raise $700 for our Scholarship fund. The taste of Tierra Santa has rented Ascension's tents and are asking for help setting them up
and taking them down. The work would entail Arriving at 9am on the 25th and setting the tents up, then on the 26th show up at 11AM to tear down and stow the tents back at the church.
The ball is in our court, I would like to give the Taste of Tierra Santa an answer on Monday the 20th. Please respond as soon as possible. |
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14 Aug 07 |
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Gentlemen,
I request your urgent prayers for the Rodger Blake family. His son had a seizure and is currently in the hospital. Surgery was done to help relieve pressure on his brain, but the cause of the seizure is still unknown.
I know how much Rodger, Marsha and their family are loved, and I will keep you informed as more information becomes available.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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14 Aug 07 |
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Brothers,
I am asking whoever purchased chicken quarters for the BBQ to please bring them to the officers meeting this Thursday. We need a thigh count.
Thanks.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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14 Aug 07 |
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Brothers,
Please let me know if you have any candidates for first degree (see 1 below)
Also, please let me know if you are interested in making your second or third degree (see 1 and 2 below)
1. St. Charles will host 1st and 2 nd degree ceremonies on 8/22/07. Contact Br. Michael Brault 619/548-3190 for details.
2. Our Lady of Perpetual held will host a 3rd Degree on 9/23. Contact Br. Ron Piatkiewicz 619/548-3559 for more information.
Fraternally,
Rick KaniaGrand Knight 7902 |
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13 Aug 07 |
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Brothers,
Just a little reminder that this Thursday (16 August) is our monthly officers meeting.
All are invited to attend. This will be the last time we get together prior to the BBQ,
so I highly encourage all who are assisting with the BBQ to please be there.
For those of you who cannot attend the meeting this Thursday and have volunteered to
set up, we will start after the 8:00AM Mass on Saturday.
If you cannot help set up, we can always use your help during the BBQ.
If you cannot help at the BBQ, we can always use your help after wards to break down.
Bottom line is, we need help in making this happen!
As always if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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7 Aug 07 |
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Brothers,
It has been called to my attention that the 16th of September is also our last obligated Padres game at PETCO. The folks below have volunteered to work PETCO on the 16th. As you can see, we are still two short for this game (as well as two short for the game on September 1st).
Rick Kania, Chuck Rhoades, Tracy Patterson, Dave Timmons, Lee Beel, Laurie Kania, David Akers, Ron Oliver, Linda Akers, Dustin Butcher
Bottom line is, help is needed to make all three events successful. If you would like to work the Padres game and have not been trained yet, please contact me, we will work it out. If you cannot work the Padres game on the 16th, please help out at the Pancake Breakfast.
Fraternally,
Rick KaniaGrand Knight 7902 |
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7 Aug 07 |
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Brothers,
Just a quick reminder that the September Pancake Breakfast will not be the second Sunday of the month, it will be on the third Sunday of the month. So again the September Pancake Breakfast will be on September 16th. Please mark your calendars.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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6 Aug 07 |
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Brothers,
First of all, I would like to thank all who worked at PETCO this past Sunday, special thanks to family members who worked so dilligently and Lee Beel and Dave Timmons who where not scheduled to work, but showed up anyway.
Second, this Sunday 12 August is our Pancake Breakfast, I don't think we will have youth support, so please make your best effort to work all or part of it. As always, if you can't work, maybe you can show up and have some good food and fellowship. Set up starts at 7:00AM.
Third, the BBQ is quickly approaching...If you haven't purchased your tickets, please do as soon as possible. Next weekend is our last weekend to sell tickets before the event. Set up for the BBQ will begin after the 8:00AM Mass on Saturday morning. Tear down will start and finish directly after the event. We need your help! We also need support during the BBQ. Please, if you haven't already done so, let me know where and when you would like to work.
Fourth, I have been approached by members of the council to share email addresses and phone numbers of council members within the council. I repeat, within the council. I would like your input on the subject. If you do not want your email and or phone number given to brothers in the council, let me know.
I do apprciate your time.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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2 Aug 07 |
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Brothers,
Just a quick reminder that this Thursday, 2 August, is our monthly business meeting. It will be our last meeting before the BBQ. Some other topics of discussion will be Committee Chairmen and a Membership Drive (Sep). And as always, the floor is open for all all issues and discussions.
See you at 7:30.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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31 July 07 |
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Brothers,
We are still in need of two volunteers to work at PETCO this Sunday.
Please respond if you can work the game.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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24 July 07 |
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Brothers,
The time is getting shorter for the BBQ. Ross is doing a fantastic job with the organization side, its our turn to step up.
We will need volunteers to work the event. Please tell me if you would like to set up, tear down and/or work the event. I assure you, your time will not be wasted.
Last comment, sell, sell, sell tickets.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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24 July 07 |
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Gentlemen and Ladies,
I just wanted to send a quick note to all who worked PETCO Park this past Sunday. I know it was a lot of work, but the dividends will pay off in the end. For the wives that worked, I can't tell you how much I appreciate you being part of the Knights organization.
Our next game is on Sunday 5 August and the volunteer list is below. As you can see, we are 3 volunteers short, please step up.
Rick Kania
Laurie Kania
Tracy Patterson
Dustin Butcher
Chuck Rhoades
Rodger Blake
Ross Bouman
David Akers
Beverly James
As with this past Sunday, we can meet in the Church parking lot and leave by 9:00AM.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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20 July 07 |
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Brothers,
As of the time of this email, we have no volunteers to sell BBQ tickets after the 11AM Mass.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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16 July 07 |
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Brothers,
Please keep Chuck Cox's mother in your prayers. She is in the hospital.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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16 July 07 |
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Brothers,
We need a couple of volunteers to sell BBQ tickets after the all the Sunday Masses this
weekend. Please let me know as soon as possible if you can help. I would like to coordinate with Dustin to show you how to use the credit card machine.
Ross is doing a fantastic job with getting this event together. Aside from a few things here and there, our main concern is ticket sales. Please buy yours as soon as possible and encourage friends and neighbors to do the same. Its for a great cause.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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16 July 07 |
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Brothers,
Just a reminder that this Thursday (19 July 2007) at 7:30PM is our monthly Officers
Meeting...I am looking forward to seeing you there. Remember, this meeting is for any one who would like to attend.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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18 June 07 |
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Brothers,
We will kick off the BBQ ticket sales this weekend after each Mass. If you can't stay for a few minutes after Mass to help, please make an effort to stop by with your friends, family and acquaintances to get your tickets. Ross is doing a fantastic job at organizing this event, and I know it will be spectacular.
Remember, we will be accepting credit and debit cards this year...spread the word.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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19 June 07 |
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Brothers,
To date, I've received six responses regarding the Officers Installation that will be held on 24 June 2007. Thank you to those who have responded. To those who have not yet...please do as soon as possible. I need to order food.
Gentlemen, the Installation is a celbration of our council and the officers that we've elected to guide us through the next
Columbian Year. I hope you and your family (if they can) attend, if you cannot, please me know. Either way, let me know.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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4 June 07 |
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Brothers,
LAST MEETING REMINDER....
Our June meeting (7:30PM on 7 June 07) will be election day for the next Columbian Year. Let's have a huge turnout to support our council. For those of you who have not paid dues yet, this will be a great opportunity to pay and get your traveling card.
After elections. Join your fellow brothers for Chinese food, a drink or two and some
fellowship. We will also have Knights of Columbus ball caps for sale at all of our meetings.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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16 May 07 |
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Brothers,
I will be sending out a reminder each week until the meeting.
Our June meeting (7:30PM on 7 June 07) will be election day for the next Columbian Year. Let's have a huge turnout to support our council.
For those of you who have not paid dues yet, this will be a great opportunity to pay and get your traveling card.
After elections. Join your fellow brothers for Chinese food, a drink or two and some
fellowship. We will also have Knights of Columbus ball caps for sale at all of our meetings.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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14 May 07 |
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Brothers,
A quick meeting reminder:
This Thursday (17 May 07) is our monthly officer's meeting. All are invited to attend.
Please be there by 7:30 so we can get started
promptly. We have a lot to discuss and do.
Some of the topics:
Fiesta
Islands Fund Raiser
BBQ
PETCO Volunteers.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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14 May 07 |
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Brothers,
I just received this from our brother Steve Goff. Congratulations from all of us Steve.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902
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Hi Rick, Sorry that it took me so long to send this. Quentin Paul Goff was born on April 9, 2007 at 9:50 PM. He was 8 pounds 2 oz and 20 in. long. He is now over 10 pounds. He is beginning to get more of a regular sleep, be cranky, eat pattern now that he is a little over one month old. Christine, Quentin and I are all doing fine and enjoying our time together.Take Care,Steve Goff |
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11 May 07 |
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Brothers,
I will be sending out a reminder each week until the meeting.
Our June meeting (7:30PM on 7 June 07) will be election day for the next Columbian Year. Let's have a huge turnout to support our council. For those of you who have not paid dues yet, this will be a great opportunity to pay and get your traveling card. After elections. Join your fellow brothers for Chinese food, a drink or two and some fellowship.
See you this Sunday at pancake breakfast.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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7 May 07 |
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Brothers,
Training dates for PETCO are as follows: 31 May at 5pm and every Thursday there is not a homestand. (for the rest of the season) Please let me know when you can get trained so we can get you on the work schedule. We still need bodies.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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7 May 07 |
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Brothers,
This Sunday is our monthly Pancake Breakfast. As always, we can use brothers throughout the morning to help out. And as always, if you can't help, stop by for a visit
or a pancake or two.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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7 May 07 |
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Brothers,
We are in need of volunteers for security for Fiesta. Please contact Dustin Butcher with the times you are available to work. From my perspective, security involves "showing the force". If you haven't been to Fiesta before, our volunteer security wears an "security "T" shirt" and walks around. There will be specific things to look for and certain areas to patrol, but it is not difficult. In my opinion, its one of the best jobs at Fiesta. You get to walk around, eat and enjoy the atmosphere.
Please volunteer..
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3 May 07 |
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Brothers, I am forwarding this email for Bill Wilson:Bill, if you are looking for shift workers....put me down for the first shift on Saturday and Sunday. After that, I think I will probably be tied up with security.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902
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Rick,
Would you please poll the members to see if
anyone is interested in working in the "money room"
during the Fiesta. This would entail in periodic
money pick-ups at the booths, making sure someone is
in the "money room" at all times to keep the monies
secure and make change for the various booths. This
would also include remaining an hour or two after
each day ends for the final daily money count and the
run to the bank for the night deposit. They will get
periodic breaks throughout the day and evening.
I am looking for 3-5 people. Needless to say the
more people, the easier it is. If more information is
needed, they can contact me at the Parish Office or
my cell phone (619) 890-7919 or at home (619) 448-
7919. I appreciate you doing this.
Best regards,
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Brothers, Brian Finn (I hope that's the correct spelling) is looking for volunteers to help set up Fiesta on Wednesday the 6th of June. Start time will be 9:00am. This is a huge undertaking and the more help we can get the better it will be for all. Brian also understands that we have work and other commitments. If we can make it in the afternoon, he assures me that there will be work to do.
On Friday June 8th Dennis and Yolanda James will need help unloading the containers for the White Elephant sale. The bins don't empty themselves. And Dennis insists that he is getting too old to do it himself.
I don't often beat the horse into submission, but in this case, putting on Fiesta requires our help. We need to step up to the challenge as Knights. I know that most of us, if not all of us who are able are working during Fiesta, but there will be no Fiesta without setup! Please let me know when you can make it and I will pass it on to Brian and Dennis.
(PS wives, friends and other family members are most welcomed)
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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Take some time to enjoy and reflect.
I OWE MY MOTHER:
1. My mother taught me TO APPRECIATE A JOB WELL DONE.
"If you're going to kill each other, do it outside. I just finished cleaning."
2. My mother taught me RELIGION.
"You better pray that this will come out of the carpet."
3. My mother taught me about TIME TRAVEL .
"If you don't straighten up, I'm going to knock you into the middle of next week!"
4. My mother taught me LOGIC.
" Because I said so, that's why."
5. My mother taught me MORE LOGIC.
"If you fall out of that swing and break your neck, you're not going to the store with me."
6. My mother taught me FORESIGHT.
"Make sure you wear clean underwear, in case you're in an accident."
7. My mother taught me IRONY .
"Keep crying, and I'll give you something to cry about."
8. My mother taught me about the science of OSMOSIS.
"Shut your mouth and eat your supper."
9. My mother taught me about CONTORTIONISM.
"Will you look at that dirt on the back of your neck!"
10. My mother taught me about STAMINA
"You'll sit there until all that spinach is gone."
11. My mother taught me about WEATHER.
"This room of yours looks as if a tornado went through it."
12. My mother taught me about HYPOCRISY
"If I told you once, I've told you a million times. Don't exaggerate!"
13. My mother taught me the CIRCLE OF LIFE.
"I brought you into this world, and I can take you out."
14. My mother taught me about BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION.
"Stop acting like your father!"
15. My mother taught me about ENVY.
"There are millions of less fortunate children in this world who don't have wonderful parents
like you do."
16. My mother taught me about ANTICIPATION.
"Just wait until you father gets home."
17. My mother taught me about RECEIVING .
"You are going to get it when you get home!"
18. My mother taught me MEDICAL SCIENCE.
"If you don't stop crossing your eyes, they are going to get stuck that way."
19. My mother taught me ESP
"Put your sweater on; don't you think I know when you are cold?"
20. My mother taught me HUMOR.
"When that lawn mower cuts off your toes, don't come running to me."
21. My mother taught me HOW TO BECOME AN ADULT .
"If you don't eat your vegetables, you'll never grow up."
22. My mother taught me GENETICS.
"You're just like your father."
23. My mother taught me about my ROOTS.
"Shut that door behind you. Do you think you were born in a barn?"
24. My mother taught me WISDOM.
"When you get to be my age, you'll understand."
25. And my favorite: My mother taught me about JUSTICE
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Brothers,
The email below is forwarded from Jim Canzoneri.
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Brothers:
Just wanted you to know, i am feeling great. The surgery was monday morning April 9th.They cut a hole through my scalp just above my left ear, then sawed my skull which wasn't too thick or hard then cut an opening through the layer over my brain then scooped out some tumor. The doctor said he took out all he could get and then closed everything up. I woke up monday about 1:00 p.m. and was wide awake with my brain fully working. No loss of memory at all. I fought a headache and dizziness for a couple of days but I am feeling better and better each day. I am planning on coming to church and breakfast on sunday. If dave wants me to set up the tables or gene wants me to cook breakfast forget it. I don't think i could do the correct order. I want everyone to know that all of your prayers made a huge difference in the doctors work and my results. I care for you all and thank God for you all.
See you on Sunday
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13 April 07 |
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Brothers,
A plea from Brother Chuck Rhoades:
If you, a family member or a trusted neighbor fits the bill and are willing to volunteer, please contact Chuck.
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Needed two persons, can be parent and youth 18 years or older. Must be committed to complete weekend beginning about 45 minutes before Friday opening for briefing (unless done ahead of time) and working throughout the fiesta usually until about 1 hour past closing each day. Each person will be responsible for overseeing 5-6 games making sure workers are in place each two hour increment. Every two hours game tickets are picked up and counted (this is primary time consumption.) There is time for yourself in between and if you need to break away for an hour or so the other supervisor can cover. No work is required ahead of the fiesta nor once it is over. Call Chuck Rhoades 858-278-7416 for additional information or to volunteer and put his
mind at rest.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
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13 April 07 |
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Brothers,
This Sunday is our monthly Pancake Breakfast. As always, we can use brothers throughout the morning to help out. And as always, if you can't help, stop by for a visit
or a pancake or two.
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Because We moved our business meeting to 12 April, there will be no officers meeting this month.
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Please start gearing up for Fiesta. A great undertaking requires great participation by all. Please don't ignore the call when it comes.
I know that, although we have hired security guards this year, security is the responsibility of all. We will need your help in this area. Please contact Dustin Butcher or me.
Dennis and Yolanda James do a fantastic job for the White Elephant every year. But the storage containers don't load or empty themselves. Don't hesitate to step up to the plate.
There will be more emails about Fiesta and how you can help coming out. Please volunteer.
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Jim Canzoneri is home from the hospital. Keep those prayers going.
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If you would like to volunteer for or run again for an officer position for the next Columbian Year, please let me know. There are seats available. The only requirement is you must be a 3rd degree.
I taken enough time...Thanks.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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10 April 07 |
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Brothers,
Yesterday I received word from Sandy (Jim's wife) that Jim came out of surgery as well as can be expected. (even his sense of humor).
I'll tell you about it at the meeting this Thursday. The doctor feels as if he got most, if not all of the tumor. Of course tests still need to be run to determine if cancer was present. Jim may come home from the hospital as soon as tomorrow. The power of prayer.
I will keep you posted.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania |
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6 April 07 |
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Gentlemen,
If I don't have the opportunity to see you this weekend, have a very happy Easter.
Rick
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5 April 07 |
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Brothers,
Please remember that this Sunday is Easter. There will be no Pancake Breakfast on Easter. The Pancake Breakfast will be on the 15th of April.
Looking forward to seeing you at the Easter Egg Hunt this Saturday. Start time is 10 see you there a little sooner.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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4 April 07 |
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Brothers,
Let me pass on the latest information regarding Jim Canzoneri. Jim has been diagnosed with a brain tumor. He will have surgery on Monday, 9 Apr. Depending on how he is recovering, he is expected to stay in the hospital a few days, then continue his recover at home for at least 4-6 weeks.
His family knows how well loved Jim is, but requests that in the short term, please try not to call the house. They will let me know what is going on and I will gladly pass all information on to you. Prayers. Prayers. Prayers.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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3 April 07 |
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Brothers,
Calling all Second Degree's. Now is your change to make your Third Degree. Please see the attached flyer. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to call or email me. Don't worry about contacting St. Charles, I will do that once I have a list of all the candidates and those wishing to attend. Let me know as soon as possible.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902
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2 April 07 |
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Brothers,
I have just been informed that Jim Canzoneri is in the hospital. The family requests our
prayers. With the family's permission, as more information becomes available, I will pass it on.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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2 April 07 |
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Brothers,
Holy week is a busy time for us and as usual I need your help.
1) Holy Thursday, I am asking for volunteers to spend some time in the evening in the St. Mary's Room. The Blessed Sacrament will be in display after the Holy Thursday Service until ?? (should be no later than midnight). I'm not asking for names, just your presents. I will be there as long as I am needed and I hope to see you there if you can make it. It will be a great way to spend some quality time with an old friend, Jesus. Also, seeing as this Thursday is Holy Thursday, our regular meeting will be postponed until the 12th of April.
2) Our annual Easter Egg Hunt will be this Saturday at 10:00am. if you can help out, please be there between 9:30-9:45. If you need directions to the Easter Egg Hunt, please let me know. Bring a camera if you have one. Let's try to get pictures up on our site.
3) As you may have heard, the Pancake Breakfast will not occur on Easter Sunday. It will be the following Sunday, the 15th. Please plan accordingly.
As always, I appreciate all you do.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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20 Mar 07 |
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Brothers,
The next two training sessions at PETCO Park are:
4/3 6:00 to 10:00pm
4/4 6:00 to 10:00pm
Please let me know which ones you can make. We still need volunteers.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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20 Mar 07 |
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Brothers,
Thank you for your concern and your prayers. I am back home from the
hospital and doing well. I have to take it slow for a while but I should
make a full recovery. Now I can go to church and take short walks and short
trips around town.Thank you again for yor prayers. They worked.
Ross |
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19 Mar 07 |
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Brothers,
The PETCO folks just asked us if we wanted to work April 9th, 10th or 11th. Do you think we can get a squad up? In order to work, you have to have received training.
Please respond as soon as possible, so I can give the PETCO people an answer.
Rick |
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19 Mar 07 |
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Brothers,
Here is this years flyer [for the easter egg hunt.] Please help get the word out.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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19 Mar 07 |
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Brothers,
It often seems as if the only time we hear from people is when it is negative. We need this. We could use a little more of that. But I just wanted to say how much I appreciate all you do for our council and our church.
Thank you to all who participated in Soup and Luke on the 16th of March, it was a complete success.
I also want you to keep in mind that the end of the Columbian year is coming to an end soon. We (you and I) need to start thinking about being officers in the council. If you are interested, ask questions. You are not here because the council is here, the council is here because you are here.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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15 Mar 07 |
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Brothers,
For Your Information: Last night I received a call from Ross' wife Marsha. Ross has suffered a mild Heart Attack. His son Steven, who is home for spring break, was quick to react.
Ross is doing very well and is expected to leave the hospital soon. In tipical Ross fasion, he asked Marsha to call me about providing soup this Friday for Soup and Luke.
Our prayers go out to Ross and his family for his rapid and complete recovery.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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13 Mar 07 |
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Brothers, I found this article today and thought you may be interested in it.
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Pope upholds Communion, celibacy bansVATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Benedict XVI on Tuesday reiterated the Church's ban on Communion for divorced Catholics who remarry and left it up to bishops whether Catholic politicians should receive Communion if they support abortion rights or gay marriage.
In a 131-page document, the pope also upheld the Vatican's requirement for celibacy for priests in the Latin rite Church. "Priestly celibacy lived with maturity, joy and dedication is an immense blessing for the Church and for society itself," the pope wrote.
The document embraced recommendations made by bishops from around the world at a 2005 meeting at the Vatican that rejected any change in the celibacy requirement. Benedict acknowledged the shortage of clergy in some parts of the world, but said bishops should "on no account" lower admission standards to seminaries to compensate. "Certainly, a more equitable distribution of clergy would help to solve the problem," Benedict wrote, without being specific.
Benedict also acknowledged "the painful situations" of divorced Catholics who can no longer receive Communion after they remarry. The Catholic Church does not permit divorce and views such faithful as living in sin if they remarry and consummate their new marriages.
If efforts to annul the first marriages fail, and the couple continues to live together in their new marriage, "the Church encourages these members of the faithful to commit themselves to living their relationship ... as friends, as brother and sister," Benedict said. He was reiterating a stance held by his predecessor, John Paul II, that divorced Catholics who remarry cannot have sex with their new partners if they want to receive the Eucharist.
The question of whether Catholic politicians who support stands that conflict with Church
teaching should be denied Communion gained attention during the 2004 U.S. presidential election campaign, when St. Louis Archbishop Raymond Burke said he would deny the Eucharist to Democratic presidential nominee John Kerry, a Catholic who was supporting abortion rights.
Benedict indicated that local bishops must deal with these cases."Catholic politicians and legislators, conscious of their grave responsibility before society, must feel particularly bound, on the basis of a properly formed conscience, to introduce and support laws inspired by values grounded in human nature," Benedict wrote.Politicians are called upon to decide about fundamental values, including respect for life "from conception to natural death, the family built upon marriage between a man and a woman, the freedom to educate one's children and the promotion of the common good in all its values," Benedict wrote.
"There is an objective connection here with the Eucharist. Bishops are bound to reaffirm
constantly these values as part of their responsibility to the flock entrusted to them," the pope said. |
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13 Mar 07 |
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Brothers,
In case you have not received this. It is just a quick email from Fr. Chuck about the trip.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902
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We gathered for Mass at a convent of cloistered nuns last night here in Salamaca. It was a magnificent experience. Fr. Edmundo led the singing and offered prayers for both our group and the sisters. Today we are off to Madrid and Toledo...for a bit of sightseeing and down time...then two days in Lourdes before our return on the 17th. The weather continues to be clear and comfortable, and the group is getting along well indeed. As I suspected it would, each day is bringing new highlights which will surely make our pilgrimage trip memorable. We are keeping all of you in our prayers. |
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12 Mar 07 |
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Brothers,
This Thursday is our monthly Officers Meeting.
Date: 15 March 1007
Time: 7:30PM
Place: St. Mary's Room at Ascension
This meeting is an informal meeting to discuss any issues/ideas you may have to help us do what we do best, service to our Church and Community.See you there.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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12 Mar 07 |
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Brothers,
This Friday (16 March), we will host Soup and Luke. We are looking for volunteers to bring:
Soup (meatless of course)
Bread
Wine
We are also looking for volunteers to set up and break down the St. Mary's room as needed. If you can make set up, please be at the Church between 5:00-5:30PM.
If there are any questions, please don't hesitate to ask, and I am looking forward to seeing as many of you as possible on Friday.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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2 Mar 07 |
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Brothers,
Here are the upcoming dates for training at PETCO Park. Please respond to me if you can make any of them. If you've aready done training, thank you. If you can't do training, I understand. If you need to do training, please sign up.
3/13 6:00 to 10:00 pm
3/14 6:00 to 10:00pm
3/15 6:00 to 10:00pm
3/17 10:00 to 3:00pm
4/3 6:00 to 10:00pm
4/4 6:00 to 10:00pm
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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26 Feb 07 |
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Brothers,
I just received the following from the wife of a co-worker. He is in Iraq. Because of the size of the pictures, I am only sending one to you. But I think it speaks volumes.
Noting the last paragraph: I find it interesting that in requesting a care package, Trung doesn't ask for anything for himself. If any of you would like to donate to a care package, I would be happy to see that it gets to Trung.
Please keep Trung and our brother Knight Tony Struther in your prayers. Tony is en route the Gulf.
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Just wanted to send some pictures of Trung that was taken a few days ago. Two of them are of Trung handing out candies to the kids. They try to bring candies with them when they go out on missions. That particular day, they escorted their Iraqi General to a meeting, and most of them waited outside by the vehicles for a couple of hours.
The children usually gather around their vehicles yelling "mista...mista" asking for goodies. They usually throw out the candies from the gun turret (an opening at the top of the vehicle). The bigger boys usually get most of the candies. But since they were waiting around, Trung decided to get out and hand the candies to the smaller children and little girls. Well, that wasn't as easy as he thought. Trung was swarmed and mobbed by the kids. They grabbed candies from his hand and reached inside the bag. However, he did manage to hand some of the candies to the smaller girls and boys.
Trung ask that if the office would like to send him a care package, he would ask that you send candies and chocolates (wrapped), so that the guys can give them to the kids. The children they see usually look impoverished, so it is nice to see them
smile.
Fraternally,
Rick Kania
Grand Knight 7902 |
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26 Feb 07 |
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Brothers,
Just a quick reminder of our meeting this month. The meeting will be this Thursday, 1 March at 7:30. at our Knight's Room at Ascension Parish. Please do your very best to attend and please be on-time. Attached are the minutes from last month's meeting. Please review them in advanced.
If you can make it to Ascension at around 6:45PM, the council will provide a pre-meeting snack.I look forward to seeing you ALL at the next meeting.
Yours in Brotherhood,
Rick Kania
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