Author: James Grube

1.   The July 10, 2018 Council meeting was called to order at 7:36 PM by Grand Knight Rode

2.  Warden’s Report on Membership Cards by Dan Cincoski

3.  Opening Prayer offered by Grand Knight Rode

4.  Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag

5.  Roll Call of Officers

Office              Name                   Pres            Office                         Name                    Pres  

Chaplain         Vacant                Vac           Advocate            Tom Silver                 P    

Grand Knight   John Rode       P             Warden                Dan Cincoski            P

 Dep.Grand      Eugene  Dust  A             Inside                    Jose                             A                Knight                                                                  Guard            Rodriguez-Belerrari                 

Chancellor     Tom Murphy     P             Outside Guard     Pat Karn                  A

Recorder        Jim Grube            P             Trustee 3 Year     Dave Stumpf      P  

Financial         Ed Hagerty        P              Trustee 2  Year Bill Swing                 A   Secretary

Treasurer      Mark Mertens  P              Trustee 1 Year    Earl Forrence       A

Lecturer         Marty Dehen     A

Present:  8     Absent:  6

6.  Non-Officer Council Members in Attendance (  9 members present for votes):  Murray Wolf

7.  Knights of Columbus Guests: 

8.  Opening Ode:  The Council dispensed with the opening ode.

9.  Chaplain’s Report:  None

10.  Reading of Minutes of Previous Meeting:  The record of the Council finances and actions of the June 12, 2018 General Membership meeting was approved. 

11.  Report of Admission Committee and Reading of Applications: 

12.  Balloting for Membership (new, readmission. reapplications, transfers): 

13.  Initiations:

14.  Grand Knight’s Report:  

15.  Treasurer’s Report:  The Council account balance was $7,307.05 as of July 10, 2018.  Motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report was approved.

16.  Financial Secretary’s Report:  Total Receipts reported for the period:  $65.00 (1 batch).  Total Disbursements reported for the period:  $ 1,363.50(4 Vouchers – $500.00, $500.00, $20.00 and $343.50).  Motion to accept the Financial Secretary’s report was approved.

Motion to pay the Council bills was approved

17.  Grand Knight Reading of Treasurer’s Receipts, Financial Secretary Vouchers for Deposit – See Financial Secretary’s Report #16 above.

18.  Report of Auditors and Trustees

19.  Chancellor’s Report on Vocations – No report

20.  Service Program Committee Reports

Program Director:  Dave Stumpf – No report

Church Director:  Earl Forrence – No report

Vocations:  Tom Silver – No report

Council Service Director:  Vacant – No report

Culture of Life Director:  Unassigned – No report

Public Relations:  Unassigned – No report                                                 Communications Subcommittee:  Matt Mamura

Family Service Director:  Jim Grube – No report

Youth Activity Director:  John Rode – No report

Membership:  Dan Cincoski –  No report

Recruitment:  John Rode – No report

Retention:  Financial Secretary Hagerty reported that 9 members still have dues outstanding.

Lecturer:  Marty Dehen – No report

HNOJ Life Commission – No report

21.  Report of the Round Table Chairman – Not applicable

22.  Report of Standing Committees – Not applicable

23.  Unfinished Business

1  HNOJ rummage sale update – Although no Council member present was aware of the gross profit experienced by the Parish, it was speculated that the profit was in the range of $14,000.  This compares to previous years’ profits of approximately $18,000.  It was observed that there was an absence of large furniture this year.

2  Columbian Award application – Grand Knight Rode reported that the application was submitted in late June, and that he was confident the Council would be an award recipient.

3  District 53 meeting – Grand Knight Rode reported that the next District 53 meeting is to be held July 12 at 7:00 PM in the Fireside Room at Holy Name.

4  Food shelf financial support – Motion to provide $700.00 to the Interfaith Outreach food shelf and to provide $500.00 to the West Tonka food shelf was approved.

24. New Business

1  Elevate Life presentation – Murray Wolf made a brief presentation on  the Elevate Life program to the Council.  This is the new name for the former Total LifeCare Centers program that started in 1974 after the Supreme Court ruled on Roe v. Wade.  Murray reported that Elevate Life supports 33 affiliate locations across the state.  Elevate Life brings staff of the affiliates together for training and overall support.  They provide a master website from which the affiliates are provided links to their websites, together with overall marketing and grant distribution to write down affiliate costs.  The program receives time donations from lawyers for legal services and receive professional assistance from doctors and nurses who also donate time.

Murray reported the program is sponsoring its 32nd annual golf tournament at Crystal Lake Golf Club in Lakeville on August 6.  Murray asked the Council to consider sponsoring a hole at the tournament for $250.00.  Motion to sponsor a hole at the 32nd annual Elevate Life golf tournament for $250.00 was approved.

2  Officer meeting – Grand Knight Rode advised that he would like to have an officer meeting to review the schedule for the fraternal year.  It was agreed the meeting will occur July 24 at 7:00 PM at Lund’s.

3  Meeting with Father Steve – Grand Knight Rode reported that Bill Swing met with Father Steve.  One calendar item that was not resolved was the date for the 2019 District 53 officer installation.  Insofar as Father Steve directed our attention to July as a possible time of the installation, the Council decided to set aside July 11, 2019.

4  Fall Festival update – Dan Cincoski reported he had no update of significance since his last report.

5  RSVP thank you note – Tom Silver reported the Council received a thank you note from Deacon Louis Floeder for the $500.00 financial support we provided through the RSVP program.  Tom also noted that Deacon Floeder has a younger brother in the Seminary.

25.  Report of the Fourth Degree –  Dan Cincoski reported the next Fourth Degree Exemplification will be  July 28 at St. Vincent Parish in Brooklyn Park.  The cost of the meal, etc. is $55.00.  Dave Stumpf and Tom Murphy indicated they would both be attending the exemplification to enter the fourth degree.

26.  Field Agent’s Report – John Egan is the new District 53 Field Agent.  John’s contact information is:  email – [email protected] cell phone – 763-234-1477 and address – 8920 100th Avenue North, Maple Grove, MN 55322.

27.  District Deputy’s Report – District Deputy Bill Swing had issued a written report earlier.  Issues addressed in the report were:

District 53 officer installation – Congratulations to all newly installed officers, and may the Holy Spirit guide them during the fraternal year.  District Deputy Swing also attached a copy of a thank you card sent to Fr. Andrie, of St. Therese Parish, on behalf of the District 53 Councils.  The Good Shepherd Council gave a $100 stipend to Father Andrie, which was not in the Council’s budget.

Holy Family Prayer Program and Icon – The Icon has been in the District since May 5th and has now been returned to the State Program Chair.

District 53 meeting – The meeting is to be held in the Fireside Room at Holy Name at 7:00 PM July 12.  District Deputy Swing asked that agenda items get to him before the meeting.

District Deputy Swing will be attending the Wayzata Council meeting on July 9 and the Golden Valley Council meeting on July 10.

Service Program Personnel Report – The report is due August 1.

Faith in Action – This is a new Program Service Model, replacing the Surge with Service Model.

Metro Area Major Degree – On August 20 at the Transfiguration Church in Oakdale, with 1st Degree at 5:30 PM, 2nd Degree at 6:30 PM and 3rd Degree following thereafter.

28.  Good of the Order:

The family of Ed Ayd on his passing

Christopher “Kip” Walker and wife Susan

Dick and Mary Alice Hargarten

Jerry Sisk

George Laurance

Tom Silver

Earl Forrence

Dave Stumpf

Dave Brinza

Paul Silver (Tom Silver’s brother)

Bill Rudolph

John Egan as he begins his new role as the District Field Agent and for John’s family as they await the safe return of their son from deployment in Afghanistan

Davone Yang and family

Father Steve

For those of the St. Paul Seminary as they continue their search for a new Rector for the Seminary

Supreme Court Justice Nominee Brett Kavanaugh

Those suffering from the effects of natural disasters

Those victims and survivors of mass shooting incidents

Those preparing for marriage

Those in troubled marriages

The unborn and pro-life

Prayers of thanks for Pope Francis

All Bishops, Priests and Religious

The unemployed and those seeking work

Troubled youth

In thanksgiving for prayers answered

For all Brother Knights and their families in need of our prayers

Candidates for vocations

Police Officers

Armed Forces

All 1st responders

29.  Closing Prayer:  The closing prayers were offered at 8:43 PM.

30.  Closing Ode:  The Council dispensed with the closing ode.

31.  Meeting Adjourned:  The meeting was adjourned at 8:44 PM.

Closing Reminders: 

District 53 officer meeting – July 12

Officer meeting to review fraternal year schedule – July 24

Fourth Degree exemplification – July 28

Respectfully submitted,

Jim Grube

1.   The June 12, 2018 Council meeting was called to order at 7:40 PM by Grand Knight Rode

2.  Warden’s Report on Membership Cards by Dan Cincoski

3.  Opening Prayer offered by Grand Knight Rode

4.  Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag

5.  Roll Call of Officers

Office              Name                   Pres            Office                         Name                    Pres  

Chaplain         Vacant                Vac           Advocate            Tom Silver                 P    

Grand Knight   John Rode       P             Warden                Dan Cincoski            P

 Dep.Grand      Eugene  Dust  A             Inside                    Jose                             A                Knight                                                                  Guard            Rodriguez-Belerrari                 

Chancellor     Tom Murphy     P             Outside Guard     Pat Karn                  A

Recorder        Jim Grube            P             Trustee 3 Year     Dave Stumpf      P  

Financial         Ed Hagerty        P              Trustee 2  Year Bill Swing                 P   Secretary

Treasurer      Mark Mertens  P 7:58  Trustee 1 Year    Earl Forrence       A

Lecturer         Marty Dehen     A

Present:   9    Absent:  5

6.  Non-Officer Council Members in Attendance (10 members present for votes):  Bill Swing also attended in his role as District Deputy

7.  Knights of Columbus Guests: 

8.  Opening Ode:  The Council dispensed with the opening ode.

9.  Chaplain’s Report:  None

10.  Reading of Minutes of Previous Meeting:  The record of the Council finances and actions of the April 10, 2018 General Membership meeting was approved. 

11.  Report of Admission Committee and Reading of Applications: 

12.  Balloting for Membership (new, readmission. reapplications, transfers): 

13.  Initiations:  Nathan Lee

14.  Grand Knight’s Report:  

15.  Treasurer’s Report:  The Council account balance was $8,851.77 as of June 12, 2018.  Motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report was approved.

16.  Financial Secretary’s Report:  Total Receipts reported for the period:  $1,777.19 (2 batches).  Total Disbursements reported for the period:  $1,710.18 (7 Vouchers – $25.00, $300.00, $200.00, $247.41, $374.00, $63.77 and $500.00).  Motion to accept the Financial Secretary’s report was approved.

Motion to pay the Council bills was approved

17.  Grand Knight Reading of Treasurer’s Receipts, Financial Secretary Vouchers for Deposit – See Financial Secretary’s Report #16 above.

18.  Report of Auditors and Trustees

19.  Chancellor’s Report on Vocations – No report

20.  Service Program Committee Reports

Program Director:  Dave Stumpf – No report

Church Director:  Earl Forrence – No report

Vocations:  Tom Silver reported that four young men had been ordained in May, including the first American born man of Hmong descent,  and a former member of St. Therese Parish in Deephaven, one of the many former seminarians our Council has supported through the RSVP Program.  Tom also reported that a Priest from India addressed members of the Serra Club the previous Friday.

Council Service Director:  Vacant – No report

Culture of Life Director:  Unassigned – No report

Public Relations:  Unassigned – No report                                                 Communications Subcommittee:  Matt Mamura

Family Service Director:  Jim Grube – No report

Youth Activity Director:  John Rode – No report

Membership:  Dan Cincoski –  No report

Recruitment:  John Rode reported that Nathan Lee had been initiated into the Frist Degree at an exemplification that occurred at Holy Name before the meeting.

Retention:  Financial Secretary Hagerty reported that 15 members still have dues outstanding.

Lecturer:  Marty Dehen – No report

HNOJ Life Commission – No report

21.  Report of the Round Table Chairman – Not applicable

22.  Report of Standing Committees – Not applicable

23.  Unfinished Business

1  First Degree Exemplification of June 12, 2018 – Nathan Lee was initiated into the First Degree.  Bill Swing noted that it would be good if the Council had its own specific degree paraphernalia so we need not borrow it from another Council.  Motion to purchase necessary 1st degree items was approved. 

2  Holy Family Prayer Program & Icon – The Holy Family Icon is scheduled to reside in the Adoration Chapel at Holy Name from June 12th to June 20th.  At this point there is no prayer program developed.

3  District 53 officer installation – The installation of officers is scheduled for June 21, 2018 at Golden Valley.  The program will begin with Mass at 6:00 PM, followed by the installation and ending with a dinner.  Spouses are welcome.

4  Summer District 53 meeting – The meeting will be held July 12 at 7:00 PM in the Fireside Room at Holy Name.

24. New Business

1  Holy Name rummage sale – The Holy Name rummage sale will occur June 20 to June 23.  Help will be needed throughout the event, but especially on June 17 for the item drop-off and subsequent cleanup. Four or five volunteers are needed for the drop-off and for approximately two hours the following Saturday for cleanup.

2  Council Warden – Grand Knight Rode announced that Dan Cincoski was elected to fill the vacant Warden position during the May Council meeting/dinner.

3  Columbian Award – Grand Knight Rode reported all work on the Columbian Award application must be completed so it can be submitted June 30th.

4  Council meeting with Father Steve – Grand Knight Rode reported Bill Swing and he will meet with Father Steve to review the yearly schedule and the 2019 District 53 Officer Installation to be held at Holy Name.

5  RSVP payment – Tom Silver reported he conferred with Father Evans to identify Seminarians for whom the Council could provide $500 support through the RSVP Program.  Deacon Louis Floeder, a second cousin to Council Member Joe Floeder who will be ordained in 2019, and Kyle Etzel, a Holy Name member and pre-theology student at the St. Paul Seminary, were identified as worthy recipients.  Motion to provide $500 each to Deacon Louis Floeder and Kyle Etzel through the RSVP Program was approved.

6  Council Service Director vacancy – With the recent passing of Ed Ayd, there is now a vacancy in the Council Service Director position.  Grand Knight invited Council members who may be interested in serving in the role to contact him.

7  Fall Festival – Dan Cincoski reported that as in past years the Fall Festival will be held in September.  Dan indicated he will be purchasing the food the Council will be making available at the festival.  Dan also reported that the Parish intends to purchase 600 ears of corn this year, as opposed to the 1,000 purchased in 2017.

8  Activity Chair/Lead – Bill Swing suggested that when scheduling activities for the new year, an activity chair, aka activity lead, be assigned for each scheduled activity. No action was taken on this issue.

9  Hospitality after Mass – Tom Silver reported that there is need to assist with hospitality after the 10:30 Mass on July 22.  After discussion it was agreed the Council will help, so Tom will close the loop on the issue.  NOTE:  Subsequently, Tom learned that the need is actually for July 1, and an email seeking Council help was issued.

10 Ladies Auxiliary hospitality – Tom Silver reported the Ladies Auxiliary will be providing after Mass hospitality for one Mass each month for the summer.

11 Food shelf financial support – Tom Silver reminded the Council that we had not designated the food shelf recipients for the funds recently raised.  This item will be taken up at the next Council meeting.

12  Resolution of condolence for Ed Ayd – Bill Swing reported that GK Rode and he presented a resolution of condolence on behalf of our council to Ed Ayd’s wife, Jan, during the visitation.

13 KC Certificate of Excellence – The Council received the certificate for Achievement in Programs & Membership.

14 Free Throw Contest – After discussion the Council will again sponsor a free throw shooting contest again in 2019.  While the desire is to hold the contest right after school, we will have to collaborate with Father Steve to find a time that fits the Parish and school calendars.

25.  Report of the Fourth Degree –  Dan Cincoski reported the next Fourth Degree Exemplification will be in July at St. Vincent Parish in Brooklyn Park.

26.  Field Agent’s Report – John Egan is the new District 53 Field Agent.  John’s contact information is:  email – [email protected] cell phone – 763-234-1477 and address – 8920 100th Avenue North, Maple Grove, MN 55322.

27.  District Deputy’s Report – District Deputy Bill Swing had issued a written report earlier.  Issues addressed in the report were:

District 53 officer installation – June 21st at Golden Valley

Holy Family Prayer Program and Icon – The Icon will be at Holy Name June 12 – June 20

First Degree Exemplification at Holy Name – The Exemplification will occur June 12 at 6:00 PM

District 53 meeting – The meeting is to be held in the Fireside Room at Holy Name at 7:00 PM July 12.

Columbian Award – Applications are due June 30.

Grand Knight organizational meeting – It is recommended Grand Knights hold an organizational meeting during the summer to discuss growth strategies and programs for the new fraternal year.

On-line membership – Continue to promote on-line membership.

28.  Good of the Order:

The family of Ed Ayd on his passing

Christopher “Kip” Walker and wife Susan

Dick and Mary Alice Hargarten

Jerry Sisk

George Laurance

Tom Silver

Paul Silver (Tom Silver’s brother)

Dave Brinza

Bill Rudolph

The Shallbetter family (Carrie (Marty) Dehen) on the passing of Carrie’s mother

John Egan as he begins his new role as the District Field Agent and for John’s family as they await the safe return of their son from deployment in Afghanistan

Davone Yang and family

Father Steve

For those of the St. Paul Seminary as they continue their search for a new Rector for the Seminary

Those suffering from the effects of natural disasters

Those victims and survivors of mass shooting incidents

Those preparing for marriage

Those in troubled marriages

The unborn and pro-life

Prayers of thanks for Pope Francis

All Bishops, Priests and Religious

The unemployed and those seeking work

Troubled youth

In thanksgiving for prayers answered

For all Brother Knights and their families in need of our prayers

Candidates for vocations

Police Officers

Armed Forces

All 1st responders

29.  Closing Prayer:  The closing prayers were offered at 8:49 PM.

30.  Closing Ode:  The Council dispensed with the closing ode.

31.  Meeting Adjourned:  The meeting was adjourned at 8:50 PM.

Closing Reminders: 

Holy Family Prayer Program and Icon – June 12 -June 20

Installation of officers – June 21 at Golden Valley

MAC committee dinner support – June 21

Columbian Award Application Due – June 30

After Mass hospitality – July 1st after 10:30 Mass

Respectfully submitted,

Jim Grube

1.   The April 10, 2018 Council meeting was called to order at 7:36 PM by Grand Knight Rode

2.  Warden’s Report on Membership Cards by Earl Forrence

3.  Opening Prayer offered by Grand Knight Rode

4.  Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag

5.  Roll Call of Officers

Office              Name                   Pres            Office                         Name                    Pres  

Chaplain         Vacant                Vac           Advocate            Tom Silver                 P    

Grand Knight   John Rode       P             Warden                Vacant                       Vac

 Dep.Grand      Eugene  Dust  A             Inside                    Jose                             A                Knight                                                                  Guard            Rodriguez-Belerrari                 

Chancellor     Tom Murphy     p             Outside Guard     Pat Karn             P (7:46)

Recorder        Jim Grube            P             Trustee 3 Year     Dave Stumpf      P  

Financial         Ed Hagerty        P              Trustee 2  Year Bill Swing                 A Secretary

Treasurer      Mark Mertens  P             Trustee 1 Year    Earl Forrence       P

Lecturer         Marty Dehen     P

Present:  10        Absent:  3

6.  Non-Officer Council Members in Attendance (11 members present for votes):  Dan Cincoski

7.  Knights of Columbus Guests: 

8.  Opening Ode:  The Council dispensed with the opening ode.

9.  Chaplain’s Report:  None

10.  Reading of Minutes of Previous Meeting:  The record of the Council finances and actions of the March 13, 2018 General Membership meeting was approved. 

11.  Report of Admission Committee and Reading of Applications:  A Form 100 was submitted by Dave Stumpf on behalf of Nathan Lee.

12.  Balloting for Membership (new, readmission. reapplications, transfers):  Motion to accept Nathan Lee’s application for admission to membership was approved.

13.  Initiations:  None

14.  Grand Knight’s Report:  

15.  Treasurer’s Report:  The Council account balance was $11,111.97 as of April 10, 2018.  Motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report was approved.

16.  Financial Secretary’s Report:  Total Receipts reported for the period:  $4,064.04 (2 batches).  Total Disbursements reported for the period:  $1,262.48 (6Vouchers – $136.55, $86.15, $10.00, $82.54, $12.97 and $934.27).  Motion to accept the Financial Secretary’s report was approved.

Motion to pay the Council bills was approved

17.  Grand Knight Reading of Treasurer’s Receipts, Financial Secretary Vouchers for Deposit – See Financial Secretary’s Report #16 above.

18.  Report of Auditors and Trustees

19.  Chancellor’s Report on Vocations – No report

20.  Service Program Committee Reports

Program Director:  Dave Stumpf – No report

Church Director:  Earl Forrence – No report

Vocations:  Tom Silver – No report

Council Service Director:  Ed Ayd – No report

Culture of Life  Director:  Unassigned – No report

Public Relations:  Unassinged – No report

Family Service Director:  Jim Grube – No report

Youth Activity Director:  Unassigned – No report

Membership:  Grand Knight Rode reported that the most recent report indicates the membership stands at 145; however, the report includes Sam Catapano who recently passed away.  The actual membership should be 144.

Recruitment:  John Rode – No report

Retention:  Financial Secretary Hagerty reported that 25 members still have dues outstanding.

Lecturer:  Marty Dehen – No report

HNOJ Life Commission – No report

21.  Report of the Round Table Chairman – Not applicable

22.  Report of Standing Committees – Not applicable

23.  Unfinished Business

1  April Knights of Columbus family event – Grand Knight Rode reminded the Council that the event is scheduled for April 24 (Tuesday) at 6:30 PM.  We will meet at Latuff’s and the focus of our discussions will be recruitment and new members.  Members are urged to invite prospective members.  As in the past, spouses are invited to attend.

2  Rosaries for various groups – Earl Forrence and Grand Knight Rode will be distributing rosaries to Confirmation students on May 9 at 7:00.

Earl Forrence reported he has rosaries for the NPH children and will make them available to those who will be making the trip to the orphanage.

It was reported we have only one bag of pocket/ring rosaries left, so a future purchase will be necessary.

3  State Knights of Columbus convention – The state convention will be May 18 – 20 in Rochester.  Grand Knight Rode and Chancellor Murphy will represent the Council, attending on the 19th.

4  Watchfire report – Earl Forrence reported that the Council’s time slot for the watchfire was Saturday from 3:00 to 5:00 PM.  He noted that 3 members attended the watchfire and recited the Franciscan Rosary.

5  Seafood buffet update – Dave Stumpf thanked the Council for the excellent showing of Knights as volunteers for the event.  It was reported that the event grossed approximately $1,993 with approximately $910 in expenses, producing a net profit of approximately $1,083.  Motion to donate $500 to the Knights of Columbus Auxiliary was approved.

6  RCIA reception update – Dave Stumpf thanked those who volunteered to assist in the celebration of the RCIA candidates welcome into the Catholic faith and the Parish.  Dave noted that the buffet was simplified from previous years yet was adequate for the event.

7  RSVP candidates – It was noted that we are still seeking the identity of 2 seminarians to receive our Council’s $500 RSVP donations.  While Father Evans has been asked to help identify potential recipients, we have yet to complete the task.  Tom Silver noted that Joe Floeder has a relative in the seminary who may be a candidate for one of the RSVP donations.

24. New Business

1  Pancake breakfast – Tom Silver reminded the Council that the next pancake breakfast is scheduled for April 15.  An email blast seeking help has been released, and a second will be sent out after this meeting.  It was agreed to have the 2017 leftover Tootsie Rolls available for donations at the breakfast with proceeds going to the Special Olympics.  Tom will speak with Deb Floeder to see if she can make a graphic we could tape onto a large jar in which donations may be placed.

it was decided to advertise that proceeds from the breakfast will go to help seminarians we support through the RSVP process.  Tom will speak with Deb Floeder to see if she can make a graphic that may be mounted as a sign.

2  Big/Little dinner – The next Big/Little dinner is scheduled for April 17.  Six Knights are needed for the dinner service.  An email blast will be sent to the Council seeking help.

3  Men’s breakfast – The next men’s breakfast is scheduled for April 20, after the 6:45 AM Mass.

4  Tootsie Roll sale – The Tootsie Roll sale is scheduled for April 21/22.

5  Mothers’ Day rose sale – The annual Mother’s Day rose sale will occur the weekend of May 12/13.

6  First Degree Exemplification – Grand Knight Rode reported that the next First Degree Exemplification for Holy Name of Jesus is scheduled for June 12 at 6:00 PM.

7  District 53 installation of officers – Grand Knight Rode reported that the officer installation for the next KC year will be June 21.  The Good Shepherd Council in Golden Valley will host the event, and each Council will be assessed $300 to help offset the Good Shepherd Council’s costs.

8  Current officer slate –  Motion to appoint Matt Mamura as the Communications Subcommittee (to the Public Relations Committee) Chair, and Grand Knight Rode as the Youth Activity Director was approved.  Earl Forrence volunteered to offer his name in candidacy as the Council Warden.  His name will be submitted to the Council for a vote during the May meeting.

9  Condolence for Sam Catapano family – Grand Knight Rode reported that Bill Swing will generate a Resolution of Condolence for the Sam Catapano family on Sam’s passing.  Grand Knight Rode and Past Grand Knights Stumpf and Swing will sign the resolution.

10  Marty Dehen reported he and his wife Carrie attended Mass at St. Joseph the Worker Church in Maple Grove where they noted the Church bulletin had a brief note about membership in the Knights of Columbus.  This generated Council conversation, and it was concluded that we should seek a similar note in the Holy Name of Jesus Church bulletin.

11  May 6 hospitality – Tom Silver reminded the Council that the Parish calendar had erroneously included a pancake breakfast on May 6, while our last breakfast will be April 15.  As a result the Council will host the hospitality after the 8:30 and 10:30 Masses on May 6.  Tom indicated 6 members will be needed for each Mass, and it was agreed that an email blast should be sent out to the membership seeking volunteers.

12  May Council meeting – Grand Knight Rode reminded the Council that the May 8 Council meeting will be held at Latuff’s as in the past, and invited the members to offer recommendations for Knight and Knight Family of the Year to him.

13  Cash drawer for fund raisers – Financial Secretary Hagerty was authorized to purchase a cash drawer for use at fund raisers.  Use of a drawer to divide the cash into specific denomination slots will make the change making and counting processes easier.

14  MAC Committee appreciation dinner – Earl Forrence reminded the Council we cook dinner for the MAC Committee members at their June meeting.  This year the meeting will be June 21, the same evening as the installation of officers at Good Shepherd Church in Golden Valley.  An email will be sent to the Council seeking help for the dinner preparations and cleanup.

15  Parish Life Committee – Earl Forrence reported the committee has a membership of only 4 and is responsible for approximately 60 ministries serving the Parish, and Father Steve wishes to get more involved with the committee.  Earl noted the committee needs to grow in membership to conduct the business Father Steve envisions as its duty.

25.  Report of the Fourth Degree –  Dan Cincoski reported that the next 4th Degree Exemplification is to occur at Brainerd (Cragun’s) April 20/21.  Dan invited Council members to contact him with questions, noting that only two members of the Nicollet Assembly are scheduled to attend at this point.

Dan also noted that participation in the Nicollet Council is on the decline and that some members have failed to pay dues.  It is speculated that the upcoming change in the regalia for the 4th Degree may have something to do with the loss of membership and/or activity of those who remain members.

26.  Field Agent’s Report – John Egan is the new District 53 Field Agent.  John’s contact information is:  email – [email protected] cell phone – 763-234-1477 and address – 8920 100th Avenue North, Maple Grove, MN 55322.

27.  District Deputy’s Report – District Deputy Bill Swing had issued a written report earlier.  Issues addressed in the report were:

Tootsie Roll schedule:  Holy Name will be selling Tootsie Rolls the April 21/22 weekend.  DD Swing advised he would pick up the Tootsie Rolls and deliver them to the Council.

Holy Family Prayer Program and Icon:  Holy Name is scheduled to host the Icon June 13 through June 20.  Discussion indicates there is a need to discuss this with Father Steve to insure a successful hosting of the icon.

State and Supreme Awards:  DD Swing has assisted in completing the Overall Programs Entry Form (due April 1st) to be considered by the State Council for award at the State Convention.  He encourages the council  to also complete the SP7 application by June 30th to qualify for Supreme’s Columbian Award.

Major Degree Exemplification:  St. Gerard’s in Brooklyn Park will host the next exemplification on April 26.  The 1st Degree Exemplification will begin at 6:00 PM with the 2nd Degree Exemplification at 7:00 PM.  The 3rd Degree Exemplification will follow directly thereafter.

Our Lady of Guadalupe Silver Rose Program:  DD Swing noted that in commemoration of our Lady of Guadalupe, one of eight silver roses being carried across North America will be the area between April 8 and April 29.  DD Swing advised that if the Council wishes to participate in the program by hosting the rose and conducting a marian prayer service, we should let DD Swing know.  Current available time slots are:  April 15/16, April 18/19 and April 23/24.  This was not discussed by the Council.

World Day of Prayer for vocations:  The world day of prayer is scheduled for April 22.  DD Swing noted that if the Council is unable to sponsor a prayer activity on the date, we should consider saying prayers at our Council meetings for vocations.  This was not discussed by the Council.

Founders Day Mass:  DD Swing advised that Archbishop Hebda celebrated Founders Day Mass on April 7 at 4:30 PM at St. Bridget’s Parish Community at the St. Austin Church campus at 4050 Upton Avenue North.  The Archbishop blessed KC regalia.

Paul the Apostle of Christ:  DD Swing reminded the Council that the movie has been released, noting that the film is dedicated to the persecuted Christians of today.

28.  Good of the Order:

The family of Sam Catapano on his passing

Christopher “Kip” Walker and wife Susan

Dick and Alice Hargarten

Jerry Sisk

George Laurance

Tom Silver

Paul Silver (Tom Silver’s brother)

Dave Brinza

Bill Rudolph

The Shallbetter family (Carrie (Marty) Dehen) on the passing of Carrie’s mother

John Egan as he begins his new role as the District Field Agent and for John’s family as they await the safe return of their son from deployment in Afghanistan

Davone Yang and family

Father Steve

Bishop Donald Kettler of the St. Cloud Diocese and the Parish of St. Mary in Melrose as they address the replacement of their Church after the 2016 fire

For those of the St. Paul Seminary as they continue their search for a new Rector for the Seminary

Those 4th Degree Knights of Columbus who are struggling with the conversion in attire they will be asked to accept

Those suffering from the effects of natural disasters

Those victims and survivors of mass shooting incidents

Those preparing for marriage

Those in troubled marriages

The unborn and pro-life

Prayers of thanks for Pope Francis

All Bishops, Priests and Religious

The unemployed and those seeking work

Troubled youth

In thanksgiving for prayers answered

For all Brother Knights and their families in need of our prayers

Candidates for vocations

Police Officers

Armed Forces

All 1st responders

29.  Closing Prayer:  The closing prayers were offered at 8:50 PM.

30.  Closing Ode:  The Council dispensed with the closing ode.

31.  Meeting Adjourned:  The meeting was adjourned at 8:51 PM.

Closing Reminders: 

Pancake breakfast – April 15

Big/Little dinner – April 17

Men’s breakfast – April 20

Fourth Degree Exemplification – April 20/21

Tootsie Roll sale – April 21/22

May 6 – Hospitality after 8:30 and 10:30 AM Masses

Mothers’ Day rose sale – May 12/13

Respectfully submitted,

Jim Grube

1.   The March 13, 2018 Council meeting was called to order at 7:36 PM by Grand Knight Rode

2.  Warden’s Report on Membership Cards by Tom Silver

3.  Opening Prayer offered by Grand Knight Rode

4.  Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag

5.  Roll Call of Officers

Office              Name                   Pres            Office                         Name                    Pres  

Chaplain         Vacant                Vac           Advocate            Tom Silver                 P    

Grand Knight   John Rode       P             Warden                Vacant                       Vac

 Dep.Grand      Eugene  Dust  P             Inside                    Jose                             A                Knight                                                                  Guard            Rodriguez-Belerrari                 

Chancellor     Tom Murphy     A             Outside Guard     Pat Karn                  A

Recorder        Jim Grube            P             Trustee 3 Year     Dave Stumpf      P  

Financial         Ed Hagerty        P              Trustee 2  Year Bill Swing                 P Secretary

Treasurer      Mark Mertens  P             Trustee 1 Year    Earl Forrence        P

Lecturer         Marty Dehen     P

Present:  10        Absent:  3

6.  Non-Officer Council Members in Attendance (12 members present for votes):  Dan Cincoski, Scott Koscielniak

7.  Knights of Columbus Guests:  Bill Swing also attended as the District 53 Deputy.  John Egan, the new Council Field Agent, also attended.

8.  Opening Ode:  The Council dispensed with the opening ode.

9.  Chaplain’s Report:  None

10.  Reading of Minutes of Previous Meeting:  The record of the Council finances and actions of the February 13, 2018 General Membership meeting was approved.  It was noted that an incorrect February 13, 2018 Council account balance was inadvertently reported, and the true balance was $5,839.26.

11.  Report of Admission Committee and Reading of Applications:  Grand Knight Rode reported the Council has received forms for the transfer of Joseph Varghese and Scott Koscielniak into the Council.

12.  Balloting for Membership (new, readmission. reapplications, transfers):  Scott Koscielniak was welcomed into admission into the Council as a transfer from Ramsey.

13.  Initiations:  None

14.  Grand Knight’s Report:  

15.  Treasurer’s Report:  The Council account balance was $8,166.75 as of March 13, 2018.  Motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report was approved.

16.  Financial Secretary’s Report:  Total Receipts reported for the period:  $1,762.92 (2 batches).  Total Disbursements reported for the period:  $2,496.88 (8 Vouchers – $80.00, $210.00, $840.00, $500.00, $495.13, $150.00, $150.00 and $71.75).  Motion to accept the Financial Secretary’s report was approved.

Motion to pay the Council bills was approved

17.  Grand Knight Reading of Treasurer’s Receipts, Financial Secretary Vouchers for Deposit – See Financial Secretary’s Report #16 above.

18.  Report of Auditors and Trustees

19.  Chancellor’s Report on Vocations – No report

20.  Service Program Committee Reports

Program Director:  Dave Stumpf – No report

Church Director:  Earl Forrence – No report

Vocations:  Tom Silver – No report

Council Service Director:  Ed Ayd – No report

Culture of Life  Director:  Unassigned – No report

Public Relations:  Unassinged – No report

Family Service Director:  Jim Grube – No report

Youth Activity Director:  Unassigned – No report

Membership:  Dan Cincoski – No report

Recruitment:  John Rode – No report

Retention:  Jim Grube – No report

Lecturer:  Marty Dehen – No report

HNOJ Life Commission – No report

21.  Report of the Round Table Chairman – Not applicable

22.  Report of Standing Committees – Not applicable

23.  Unfinished Business

1  Grand Knight Rode reported that the Council needs to add five insurance members to meet its quota goal of three insurance members since the Council recently lost two insurance members.

2  Communications update:  Matt Mamura has volunteered to be the website administrator, and email communications will be done by Grand Knight Rode, Bill Swing and others who volunteer.  The Marketing/Social Media volunteer position still needs to be filled.

Constant Contact as a communication tool:  Grand Knight Rode  reported that his request to share the Holy Name of Jesus email list met with reservation on the part of the Parish.  Bill Swing noted Parish staff expressed a willingness to share the Parish list four times annually with the Council.  Grand Knight Rode noted that the Constant Contact monthly cost is $20, and while it may be worthwhile, Matt Mamura will research the issue further and provide a recommendation as to whether or not the Council should engage in its use.

3  Rosaries for RCIA candidates and other groups:  Tom Silver reported that he has ordered 22 dozen glass bead rosaries (11 dozen blue and 11 dozen crystal) that while back ordered, are due in April.

Lecturer Dehen reported he distributed 70 to 80 rosaries to the 9th Grade Passion Play class.  He advised that he explained to them the history of the rosary and the Knights of Columbus, noting that saying the rosary is a good way to slow life down for a while.  He also noted that he asked Lois Preisler from Centerville, MN to provide 200 hand made rosaries to the Council.  Ms. Preisler sent the requested rosaries that she and a group of women had made, together with 100 Divine Mercy Chaplet brochures for the Council’s use.  Motion to pay $200 to Ms. Preisler for the rosaries was approved.

Tom Silver reminded the Council that the Divine Mercy Chaplet is recited at 3:00 PM and the rosary is recited at 7:00 PM on “Relevant Radio” 1330 on the AM radio dial.

Lecturer Dehen and Earl Forrence distributed rosaries to the RCIA candidates during the course of the Council meeting.

4  Warming cart repair:  It was noted that the warming cart was repaired by Parish staff after they were able to purchase the replacement parts for approximately $100.  Motion to release $1,500 from the sponsored pancake breakfast to the Parish Kitchen Fund was approved.

24. New Business

1  Pancake breakfast schedule:  Tom Silver reported that the next pancake breakfast is to occur March 18, with the last breakfast scheduled for April 15.  He also noted the Parish calendar has a breakfast scheduled for May 6.  The Council agreed that it would not host the May 6 breakfast but would instead be the hospitality host after both the 8:30 and 10:30 Masses.  Tom will coordinate the May 6 change with Parish staff.

2  Seafood Buffet – Dave Stumpf reminded the Council that the seafood buffet is March 23.  Dave reported that Lani Schlundt and her friends will prepare the egg rolls and all that need be done is to warm them.

Davone Yang has volunteered to fry the rice, and Tom Silver will deliver the cod for baking.  Steve Zilla has volunteered to make the macaroni and cheese and cheese pizzas will also be available for those who do not wish to partake of either the Asian menu or the fish menu.  Finally, cake will also be available for dessert.

The KC Auxiliary will again assist in the final preparation and serving.  Bill Swing will send out an email to the Council with information regarding needed member support.

3  RCIA reception:  Dave Stumpf reported that the RCIA reception after the Holy Saturday Mass will feature fewer food garnishments than in the past and the number of Knights needed to serve the attendees will be fewer as a result.  Dave will reach out to those who have served in the past to again serve the Parish.

4  Tootsie Roll sale:  Dave Stumpf reported that the Tootsie Rolls have been ordered for the April 21/22 weekend.  Dave noted he will need assistance for both the sales and coordination of the sales at certain Masses.

5  April Council  family event:  Grand Knight Rode advised that the next Council family event is to occur April 17 at Latuff’s.  More information will be available as we approach the date.

6  State convention:  The state convention is scheduled for May 18 in Rochester.    Grand Knight Rode and Deputy Grand Knight Dust are tentatively identified as the Council representatives.  Chancellor Murphy was identified as an alternate in the event either of the two are not able to attend.

Bill Swing will prepare and distribute a  draft of the Overall Program Entry form to Council Officers for their review.   The completed form is due by March 31^st to qualify for the State Convention award.

7  Earl Forrence reported that he has reserved the 3:00 – 5:00 PM time of the March 31 watchfire for the Council when he will lead attendees in the Franciscan Rosary.

8  Pancake breakfast proceeds distribution:  Discussion ensued regarding the distribution of the February and March pancake breakfast proceeds to area food shelves and for Seminarians.  No agreement was reached and the issue was continued to the April Council meeting.

9  Parishioner donation:  A parishioner has expressed a desire to donate a blanket to the Council for raffle at an upcoming pancake breakfast.  The Council will seek comment from Parish staff regarding the legalities of the Council raffling the blanket in anticipation of an April 15 raffle opportunity.

10  Pastoral care opportunity:  Tom Silver reported that Father Evans alerted him to an opportunity to help lift the spirits of Gary Ascher.  Gary suffers from advanced Parkinson’s Disease and has trouble getting out of the house.  While a number of parishioners have volunteered to visit Gary, they are all women, and Gary would appreciate some male companionship.  Gary likes to play cribbage as a past time.  Tom indicated he would forward the email he had received from Father Evans to the Council.

25.  Report of the Fourth Degree –  Dan Cincoski reported that the next 4th Degree Exemplification is to occur at Brainerd (Cragun’s) April 20/21.  Dan invited Council members to contact him with questions, noting that only two members of the Nicollet Assembly are scheduled to attend at this point.

Dan also reported the following schedule of Honor Guards for the Friday Stations of the Cross:  March 9 at St. Anne’s in Hamel; March 16 at St. Bart’s in Wayzata; March 23 at St. Vincent De Paul in Brooklyn Park; March 23 at St. Peter and Paul in Loretto.

26.  Field Agent’s Report – John Egan introduced himself as the District 53 Field Agent.  John’s contact information is:  email – [email protected] cell phone – 763-234-1477 and address – 8920 100th Avenue North, Maple Grove, MN 55322.

John has been a member of the Father George Council.  He operated a small business for 19 years before working in the technology field for 8 years.

John offered a heartening story on his life challenges as he noted that in 2015 he was diagnosed with cancer and given two years to live.  John received treatment that has cured him of his cancer.

John noted that his son is a pilot deployed in Afghanistan and is expected to return later this year.  He noted he also has two daughters, one who recently graduated for college and one who is enrolled in St. Catherine’s University.

27.  District Deputy’s Report – District Deputy Bill Swing had issued a written report earlier.  Issues addressed in the report were:

1  Tootsie Roll orders:  Our Council will receive 4 boxes.

2  Field Agent:  See #26.

3  St. Patrick Day dinner:  The Long Lake Council will sponsor a dinner at 5:00 PM on March 17 at the St. George Community Center.

4  Holy Name’s Seafood Buffet:  See #24, 2.

5  District Free Throw Contest:  District Deputy Swing thanked the Good Shepherd Council for hosting the competition, and noted that all 9 participants advanced to the regional competition on February 24 at St. Vincent De Paul in Brooklyn Park.

6  District #53 1st Degree Exemplification schedule:  May 15 at 6:15 PM in Loretto and June 12 at 6:00 PM in Medina.

Additional items included:

Holy Family Icon:  The icon is scheduled to be in the District in May.  District Deputy Swing will develop a schedule.  For the Holy Name Council, we will have to coordinate the visitation date and related specifics with Father Steve.

Slate of Council officer candidates:  Since this is year 2 of the 2 year officer service, there need not be a slate of candidates released for voting.  However the slate of returning officers will be announced at the Council’s May meeting.

28.  Good of the Order:

Christopher “Kip” Walker and wife Susan

Dick and Alice Hargarten

Jerry Sisk

George Laurance

Tom Silver

Paul Silver (Tom Silver’s brother)

Dave Brinza

Bill Rudolph

John Egan as he begins his new role as the District Field Agent and for John’s family as they await the safe return of their son from deployment in Afghanistan

The Shallbetter family (Carrie (Marty) Dehen) on the condition of Carrie’s mother

Dave Novack on his transition in his new Field Agent assignment

In remembrance of Lucille Swing (Bill Swing’s mother) on the anniversary of her passing

Bishop Donald Kettler of the St. Cloud Diocese and the Parish of ST. Mary in Melrose as they address the replacement of their Church after the 2016 fire

Davone Yang and family

Father Steve

RCIA candidates

Those 4th Degree Knights of Columbus who are struggling with the conversion in attire they will be asked to accept

Those suffering from the effects of natural disasters

Those victims and survivors of mass shooting incidents

Those preparing for marriage

Those in troubled marriages

The unborn and pro-life

Prayers of thanks for Pope Francis

All Bishops, Priests and Religious

The unemployed and those seeking work

Troubled youth

In thanksgiving for prayers answered

For all Brother Knights and their families in need of our prayers

Candidates for vocations

Police Officers

Armed Forces

All 1st responders

29.  Closing Prayer:  The closing prayers were offered at 9:12   PM.

30.  Closing Ode:  The Council dispensed with the closing ode.

31.  Meeting Adjourned:  The meeting was adjourned at 9:13   PM.

Closing Reminders:    

Men’s Breakfast – March 16

Pancake Breakfast – March 18

Seafood Buffet – March 23

Watch Fire – March 31

RCIA Reception – March 31

Respectfully submitted,

Jim Grube

1.   The February 13, 2018 Council meeting was called to order at 7:30   PM by GK Rode

2.  Warden’s Report on Membership Cards by Eugene Dust

3.  Opening Prayer offered by GK Rode

4.  Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag

5.  Roll Call of Officers

Office              Name                   Pres            Office                         Name                    Pres  

Chaplain         Vacant                Vac           Advocate            Tom Silver                 P    

Grand Knight   John Rode       P             Warden                Vacant                       Vac

 Dep.Grand      Eugene  Dust  P             Inside                    Jose                             A                Knight                                                                   Guard            Rodriguez-Belerrari                 

Chancellor     Tom Murphy    P(7:42)Outside Guard     Pat Karn                  A

Recorder        Jim Grube             P            Trustee 3 Year     Dave Stumpf       P  

Financial         Ed Hagerty          P           Trustee 2  Year Bill Swing                   P Secretary

Treasurer      Mark Mertens   P          Trustee 1 Year    Earl Forrence         P

Lecturer         Marty Dehen      A

Present:  10        Absent:  3

6.  Non-Officer Council Members in Attendance (12 members present for votes):  Dan Cincoski, Steve Thompson, Bob Weinzerl

7.  Knights of Columbus Guests:  Bill Swing also attended as the District 53 Deputy.

8.  Opening Ode:  The Council dispensed with the opening ode.

9.  Chaplain’s Report:  None

10.  Reading of Minutes of Previous Meeting:  The record of the Council finances and actions of the January 9, 2018 General Membership meeting was approved.

11.  Report of Admission Committee and Reading of Applications:

12.  Balloting for Membership (new, readmission. reapplications, transfers): 

13.  Initiations:  Jesus Martinez and Bob Weinzerl were initiated into the 1st Degree prior to the Council meeting.

14.  Grand Knight’s Report:  

15.  Treasurer’s Report:  The Council account balance was $7,480.26  as of February 13, 2018.  Motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report was approved.

16.  Financial Secretary’s Report:  Total Receipts reported for the period:  $2,332.00 (3 batches).  Total Disbursements reported for the period:  $63.50 (2 Vouchers – $50.00 and $13.50).  Motion to accept the Financial Secretary’s report was approved.

Motion to pay the Council bills was approved

17.  Grand Knight Reading of Treasurer’s Receipts, Financial Secretary Vouchers for Deposit – See Financial Secretary’s Report #16 above.

18.  Report of Auditors and Trustees – The Financial Secretary reported that the first half year audit report is due February 15, 2018.

19.  Chancellor’s Report on Vocations – No report

20.  Service Program Committee Reports

Program Director:  Dave Stumpf – No report

Church Director:  Earl Forrence – No report

Vocations:  Tom Silver – No report

Council Service Director:  Ed Ayd – No report

Culture of Life  Director:  Unassigned – No report

Public Relations:  Unassinged – No report

Family Service Director:  Jim Grube – No report

Youth Activity Director:  Unassigned – No report

Membership:  Dan Cincoski – No report

Recruitment:  John Rode – No report

Retention:  Jim Grube – No report

Lecturer:  Marty Dehen – No report

HNOJ Life Commission – No report

21.  Report of the Round Table Chairman – Not applicable

22.  Report of Standing Committees – Not applicable

23.  Unfinished Business

1  General Agent Ben Schleicher Update – District Deputy Swing reported that Ben has many responsibilities given the number of Field Agent vacancies, and advised members to contact him (Swing) if they have trouble communicating with Ben.  District Deputy Swing also reported we may have a Field Agent serving the Council in a month.  For those who may wish to contact Ben, the necessary information is:  507/822-7173 or [email protected].  Grand Knight Rode did note the Council needs to increase the number of insurance members by 2 to meet this year’s goal.

2  Cinnamon Roll Preparation/Sale Summary – Tom Silver reported the cinnamon roll preparation and sale went well with a gross income of approximately $5,700 and net income of approximately $4,800.  The ACCL has identified six organizations who will each be given $800 for pro-life activities.  Tom noted that both Father Steve and Father Evans spoke of the sale from the pulpit during the Masses.

3  District 53 First Degree Ceremony Schedule- February 13 at Holy Name of Jesus at 6:00 PM:  Grand Knight Rode reported that Jesus Martinez and Bob Weinzerl were initiated into the 1st Degree before the Council meeting (see #13 above).  Grand Knight Rode also reported that additional 1st Degree ceremonies are scheduled to occur on May 15 at Loretto (SS Peter & Paul) at 6:15 PM and June 12 at Holy Name of Jesus at 6:00 PM.

4  Free Throw Contest Update – Grand Knight Rode reported that Council contest occurred January 21 at St. Bart’s School as a joint effort of the Holy Name and Wayzata Councils.  Four of our Council members attended in support of the contest.  A total of 3 youth participated at the Council contest (2 from our Council and 1 from the Wayzata Council).  The District contest was held at Good Shepard School in Golden Valley.  District Deputy Swing helped coordinate the award presentation and 1 additional Council member attended in support of the contest.  A total of 11 youth advanced to the regional contest with the 2 youth from our Council proceeding.

5  Tootsie Roll Sale – Grand Knight Rode reported that the Tootsie Roll order is due February 15, and Financial Secretary Hagerty and Dave Stumpf reported the order had been placed.  Of specific interest is the fact that the Parish calendar has the sale scheduled for April 21/22 instead of the normal last Saturday/Sunday of April.  The change has occurred to avoid conflict with First Communion activities on April 28/29.

6  Annual Survey of Fraternal Activity – Grand Knight Rode thanked Bill Swing for his work in compiling the report.

7  February KC Family Social Event – Grand Knight Rode indicated he prefers to postpone the event to April to avoid conflicts with calendars in late February/March.  Grand Knight Rode solicited ideas for the event from the membership.

24. New Business

1  Pancake Breakfast/RCIA Brunch – Grand Knight Rode reported that the next pancake breakfast is to occur simultaneously with the RCIA brunch – on February 18

2  Big/Little Dinner – Grand Knight Rode reported that the next dinner is scheduled for February 22, and that 6 to 8 Knights are needed to assist.

3  Seafood Buffet – Grand Knight Rode reminded the members that the Seafood Buffet is scheduled for March 23.  Lani Schlundt will again coordinate the buffet preparation and event itself.  Dave Stumpf reported that Lani and her friends will make that egg rolls without assistance from the Council.  Motion to provide $500 to Lani to purchase food and materials for the event was approved.

4  Communications Update – Grand Knight Rode reported that he had met with Bill Swing and Matt Mamura to discuss the use of the Council website and electronic communications.  Bill Swing indicated that the fundamental question is, “What are we trying to accomplish?”, and followed up indicating that the two most important foundational aspects of electronic communications are the maintenance of an updated Council calendar and updated Council membership information.

Grand Knight Rode noted the Marketing position needs to be filled and that Matt Mamura is looking at website content and searching for an effective backup for the protection of the electronic information retained on the website.  Bill Swing indicated he can update the Council membership information and provide some website information updates.

5  Constant Contact as a Communications Tool – Bill Swing presented the concept of broad-based electronic communications to men of the Parish in a manner used by Jim Martin and Chris Kostelc when they have information on the Men’s Ministry.  Bill noted that the Parish office has the basic information used by Jim/Chris but the information will not be provided to the Council.  Bill also noted the Parish staff did offer to provide a quarterly “snapshot” of the information, not direct access to it.  This issue remains an ongoing issue as the Council seeks ways to get in touch with the men of the Parish.

6  Rosaries for RCIA Candidates – Earl Forrence reported that the Council is to present rosaries to the candidates and sponsors on March 30 at 7:15 PM.  The candidates are to receive the blue or crystal glass bead versions and the sponsors will receive the black or white KC versions.

7  Rosaries for Confirmation – Earl Forrence reported that the upcoming confirmation class will need nearly 14 dozen rosaries for the class.  The preferred rosary option for the class is the blue glass or crystal glass bead rosary.

8  NPH rosaries – Earl Forrence reported nearly 8 dozen rosaries will be needed for the upcoming NPH mission.  The preferred rosary option for the mission is the blue glass or crystal glass bead rosary.  As a result of items 7 and 8, motion to purchase 11 dozen blue glass and 11 dozen crystal glass bead rosaries for the confirmation class and NPH mission at a cost not to exceed $300 was approved.  Tom Silver will purchase the rosaries on behalf of the Council.

9  Rosaries for the Adoration Chapel – Earl Forrence reported that more white KC rosaries are needed for the Adoration Chapel.  Motion to purchase 2 dozen white KC rosaries at a cost not to exceed $100 was approved.  Financial Secretary Hagery will purchase the rosaries on behalf of the Council.

10  Knights of Columbus Pens – Earl Forrence reported that the Parish office is now sending out new family packets containing pens with the Parish brand instead of the KC pens.  Discussion ensued on how to ensure the “KC brand” continues to be spread among the Parish.  It was suggested that we have pens at the pancake breakfasts and when someone is to write out a check, we give the person a KC pen to use and keep.

11  Kitchen Dishwasher Repair – Earl Forrence reported the dishwasher has been repaired (completed on the afternoon of February 13) and will be ready for the upcoming pancake breakfast.

12  Kitchen Warming Cart Repair – Tom Silver and Earl Forrence reported that they would determine what is needed to repair the cart and report the need to the Council at its March meeting.  During discussion regarding the repair it was noted the Council has passed a motion to provide up to $750 for the repair, and that the money was to come from the net income of the pancake breakfast for which proceeds were to go to the Kitchen Fund.  It was noted that the Council has yet to distribute the proceeds to the Parish.

13  Pennies for Seminarians/Jim Campbell Fund – Motion to provide $300 to the program was approved.

14  RSVP support – Sponsorship of a seminarian this year was discussed.  Earl Forrence volunteered to search the seminarian roster to identify 2 seminarians the Council could support and report the outcome of the research at the March Council meeting.

25.  Report of the Fourth Degree –  Dan Cincoski reported that the next 4th Degree Exemplification is to occur at Brainerd (Cragun’s) April 20/21.  Dan invited Council members to contact him with questions.

26.  Field Agent’s Report – No report

27.  District Deputy’s Report – District Deputy Bill Swing’s report has been interspersed among the various Unfinished Business and New Business items.

28.  Good of the Order:

Christopher “Kip” Walker and wife Susan

Dick and Alice Hargarten

Jerry Sisk

George Laurance

Tom Silver

Paul Silver (Tom Silver’s brother)

Dave Brinza

Bill Rudolph

The family of Ron Rudolph (Bill Rudolph’s son) on the loss of Ron’s wife

The Shallbetter family (Carrie (Marty) Dehen) on the condition of Carrie’s mother

Dave Novack on his transition in his new Field Agent assignment

Ben Schleicher as General Agent for the KC’s and his search for new Field Agents

Davone Yang and family

Father Steve

RCIA candidates

Those suffering from the effects of natural disasters

Those victims and survivors of mass shooting incidents

Those preparing for marriage

Those in troubled marriages

The unborn and pro-life

Prayers of thanks for Pope Francis

All Bishops, Priests and Religious

The unemployed and those seeking work

Troubled youth

In thanksgiving for prayers answered

For all Brother Knights and their families in need of our prayers

Candidates for vocations

Police Officers

Armed Forces

All 1st responders

29.  Closing Prayer:  The closing prayers were offered at 8:36 PM.

30.  Closing Ode:  The Council dispensed with the closing ode.

31.  Meeting Adjourned:  The meeting was adjourned at 8:37 PM.

Closing Reminders:        

Men’s Breakfast – February 16

Pancake breakfast/RCIA brunch – February 18

Big/Little Dinner – February 22

Respectfully submitted,

Jim Grube