Author: James Grube

1.   The January 9, 2018 Council meeting was called to order at 7:35 PM by GK Rode

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

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  A             Inside                    Jose                             A                Knight                                                                   Guard            Rodriguez-Belerrari                 

Chancellor     Tom Murphy      P            Outside Guard     Pat Karn                  P(8:30)

Recorder        Jim Grube             P            Trustee 3 Year     Dave Stumpf       P  

Financial         Ed Hagerty          P           Trustee 2  Year Bill Swing                   P Secretary

Treasurer      Mark Mertens   A           Trustee 1 Year    Earl Forrence         A

Lecturer         Marty Dehen      P

Present:   9       Absent:  4

6.  Non-Officer Council Members in Attendance (10 members present for votes):  Dan Cincoski

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 November 14, 2017 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 not reported due to the absence of the Treasurer.

16.  Financial Secretary’s Report:  Total Receipts reported for the period:  $0.00.  Total Disbursements reported for the period:  $1,325.65 (5 Vouchers – $483.85, $100.00, $187.57, $99.00 and $455.23).  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 reported that the current membership count is 139; 55 insurance members and 84 associate members.  The Council also has 3 honorary members.

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 – Grand Knight Rode reported there is no new information regarding Ben Schleicher’s efforts to fill our Field Agent position.  For those who may wish to contact Ben, the necessary information is:  507/822-7173 or [email protected]

2  Kitchen Warming Cart Repair Proposal – Tom Silver reported that he has taken over responsibility for the warmer repair.  He advised that he will purchase the needed replacement parts and seek Chuck Grabowski’s assistance in the actual repair.

3  December 6 Fire for Discipleship – Grand Knight Rode reported that a handful of Knights participated in the outing.

24. New Business

1 Cinnamon Roll Preparation/Sale – Tom Silver reminded the members that this is the 28th  annual cinnamon roll preparation/sale and is scheduled for January 19 – 21.  Tom distributed flyers announcing the schedule of volunteers needed to assist in the production and sale of the rolls.  Tom also noted that Murray Wolf is going to make a card that will be attached to the roll bag.  The card will inform the reader of the January 22 March for Life, the intended use of the funds raised and other pro-life information.

2  Recognition of Volunteers for December 24th 3:00 PM Mass Parking – Grand Knight Rode reported that 9 Knights helped directed parking for the Masses.  Eugene Dust coordinated the Knights activities by providing a map of parking areas.

4  First Degree Exemplification Schedule for District 53:

February 13 (6:00 PM) – Holy Name Council host at Holy Name (New date and time)

May 15 (6:15 PM) – Loretto Council host at Sts. Peter & Paul

June 12 (6:00PM) – Holy Name Council host at Holy Name

5  Council Free Throw Contest – The Council will partner with the Wayzata Council to conduct the contest on January 21 at St. Bart’s.  Grand Knight Rode will post a request for 6 Knights to assist.  Volunteers are to report to St. Bart’s at 1:00 PM.

The District Free Throw Competition is scheduled for February 11th at 11:30 in Golden Valley.

6  Tootsie Roll Sale – The Council’s order is due February 15th.  Dave Stumpf advised that we should order 4 boxes.

7  Annual Fraternal Activity Survey – The survey due date is January 28.

8  February KC Family Event – The February event is to occur on February 20.  Grand Knight Rode asked the members to think about what the Council could do to make the event family friendly and inviting.

9  Dave Stumpf reported that the Seafood Buffet is scheduled for March 23rd.

25.  Report of the Fourth Degree –  Dan Cincoski reported that a sword blessing and annual Renewal of the 4th Degree Obligations occurred January 8th.  Dan also reported that the next 4th Degree Exemplification is to occur at Brainerd (Cragun’s) April 20/21

26.  Field Agent’s Report – No report

27.  District Deputy’s Report – District Deputy Bill Swing challenged the members to think of ways to make the Council better and make a New Year’s resolution to do so.

DD Swing also noted that Supreme offers webinars for members, and makes them available on the website for those who are unable to participate for the live webinar.  The next webinar is “Keeping Recruitment Personal” and is scheduled for January 31st at 9:00 PM central time.

DD Swing noted he is attempting to gain Trustees’ access to the financial information contained at the Supreme website.

DD Swing noted that Supreme has developed a “Father Wants You” to be a Knight of Columbus and that he intends to seek Father Steve’s support for release to men of the Parish considered potential Knights.

The next Major Degree Exemplification is to occur at St. Vincent’s in Brooklyn Park on January 27th.

Annual submittal dates upcoming:  April 1 for state award applications; June 30 for Star Council and Columbian Award applications.

The State Convention is scheduled for May 18-20 in Rochester.

Matt Mamura is to meet with Bill Swing about website coverage while Bill is out of town between mid-February and mid-March.

28.  Good of the Order:

Christopher “Kip” Walker and wife Susan

Earl Forrence

Dick and Alice Hargarten

Jerry Sisk

George Laurance

Tom Silver

Paul Silver (Tom Silver’s brother)

Dave Brinza

Jan Stumpf (Dave Stumpf’s wife)

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

The family of Barb Cavanaugh (Joe Cavanaugh’s wife) on the hospice care of Barb’s father

Bill Cavanaugh (Joe Cavanaugh’s brother)

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

Father Steve

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 8:46PM.

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

31.  Meeting Adjourned:  The meeting was adjourned at 8:47 PM.

Closing Reminders:                                                                                                                     Cinnamon roll weekend – January 19-21

Men’s breakfast – January 19

Council free throw contest – January 21

Respectfully submitted,

Jim Grube

1.   The November 14, 2017 Council meeting was called to order at 7:33 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            Outside Guard     Pat Karn              A

Recorder        Jim Grube             P            Trustee 3 Year     Dave Stumpf  P(7:55)   

Financial         Ed Hagerty          P           Trustee 2  Year Bill Swing              P(7:55) Secretary

Treasurer      Mark Mertens   P           Trustee 1 Year    Earl Forrence     P

Lecturer         Marty Dehen      A

Present:  10      Absent:  2

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

7.  Knights of Columbus Guests:  Bill Swing also attended as the District 53 Deputy and Ben Schleicher, General Agent

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 October 10, 2017 General Membership meeting was approved.

11.  Report of Admission Committee and Reading of Applications:  A Form 100 for Bob Weinzierl was presented for consideration.  Dave Stumpf noted that Matt Floeder is considering making application for acceptance into the Council.

12.  Balloting for Membership (new, readmission. reapplications, transfers):  Bob Weinzierl was accepted for admission by unanimous vote

13.  Initiations:

14.  Grand Knight’s Report:  

15.  Treasurer’s Report:  The Council account balance was $6,748.23 as of November 14, 2017.  Motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report was approved.

16.  Financial Secretary’s Report:  Total Receipts reported for the period:  $0.00.  Total Disbursements reported for the period:  $2,274.00 (7 Vouchers – $100.00, $440.00, $500.00, $500.00, $500.00, $114.00 and $120.00 ).  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 – No report

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 – No report

23.  Unfinished Business

1  Mike Leuer Presentation Regarding Adam Roden Benefit – Grand Knight Rode and Treasurer Mertens confirmed that a $100 contribution was made to the benefit on behalf of the Council.

2  Communications Committee (November 10 meeting with Matt Mamura) – Grand Knight Rode, Bill Swing and Eugene Dust met with Matt Mamura who provided insight into website maintenance.  Matt volunteered to serve as the webmaster and make the website a bit more simple to navigate.  Bill Swing will work on website operations and Grand Knight Rode will make sure email  blasts to the Council occur.

3  Knights of Columbus Memorial Mass (7:00 PM November 14 at St. Anne’s) – Bill Swing attended as the District 53 Deputy and Dave Stumpf represented the Council.

4  District 53 Meeting of December 7 (at Holy Name in Emmaus Room from 7:00 to 9:00 PM) – There are no special plans for the meeting at this time.  Earl Forrence volunteered to assist Grand Knight Rode prepare for the meeting.

5  Christmas Party Planning – The party is to occur on December 12 at Vic Tarnowski’s home.  Forster’s Catering will provide the main course together with an appetizer and dessert.  The charge will be $25/person, and the value of the White Elephant gift for exchange will be set at $5.  Grand Knight Rode will rent the chairs and others will provide beverages.  Bill Swing will send out the email invitation to the Council and Grand Knight Rode will set up a phone tree system to contact members who don’t have email.

6  Coats for Kids Update – Dan Cincoski reported that the Women’s Knitting Club knitted 24 caps and pairs of mittens and displayed examples of each.  Dan will deliver the items to Interfaith Outreach on behalf of the Council.

7  Latuff’s Social Gathering of October 17 – Grand Knight Rode reported approximately 20 people attended the social gathering.  Ensuing discussion yielded agreement that the next social gathering should be more family oriented.

8  Free Throw Contest Update – Grand Knight Rode reported that the Council will join with the Wayzata Council for a January 21 local competition at St. Bart’s with registration at 1:15 PM/competitionat 1:30 PM.  Further Grand Knight Rode noted the District competition will be at Good Shepard Parish in Golden Valley on February 11.

 24. New Business.       

1  Agent Ben Schleicher Update – Ben reported he has been unable to find a replacement for Dave Novack, but he was able to bring on an agent for the Mankato area on August 1st.  Ben believes he will be able to bring on two more agents in December.  At the same time Ben noted there is now an opening in the Rochester area.  Ben distributed an information card which lists what the Knights of Columbus offers.

2  Major Degree Exemplifications – Grand Knight Rode noted there will be major degree exemplifications on November 30 in Anoka and  December 9 at Mary Mother of the Church , 3333 Cliff Road, Burnsville.

3  First Degree Exemplifications for District 53 – District Deputy Swing presented a proposed schedule for 1st Degree exemplifications, noting that each Council has its own approach to bring in new members.  While the state wishes to bring as many new members as possible, thus supporting 1st Degree exemplifications where necessary to bring in those members, members of the Council expressed support for occasions when new members may experience all three exemplifications on one date.  The Council agreed it would be open to sponsoring a 1st Degree exemplification in March 2018 and a day on which all three exemplifications may occur in October 2018.  It was noted that the October 2018 date needs to be entered into the Parish calendar when the 2018/2019 year is set up while we may be able to work around the Parish calendar for a March 2018 1st Degree exemplification.

4  Warming Cart Repair Proposal – Earl Forrence reported Chuck Grabowski has volunteered to repair the warming cart.  Motion to provide up to $750 for parts for the repair, using funds generated by the November 19th pancake breakfast was approved.  Note:  The recipient of the pancake breakfast funds is to be the Kitchen Fund.

5 Pancake Breakfast (November 19) – Tom Silver reminded the Council that the next pancake breakfast is scheduled for November 19 with the funds generated to be given to the Kitchen Fund.

6  Special Olympics Bowing Tournament Update – Tom Silver reported that the bowling tournament occurred the weekend of November 10-12.  The tournament occurred over 7 sites statewide with 3 sites in the Twin Cities – Brooklyn Park, Lakeville and Blaine.  Tom reported that over 6,000 athletes participated in the tournament.

7  December 5 Big/Small Dinner – Grand Knight Rode reported that 8 volunteers are needed for the dinner.  Dave Stumpf will solicit participation by the Council.

8  Fire for Discipleship (December 6) – There was no discussion on this item.

9  Cinnamon Roll Sale – Preparation and sale of cinnamon rolls has been scheduled for January 19-21, 2018.

10  Christmas Car Parking – There was no discussion on the need for parking coordinators for the December 24th 3:00 PM Masses.  It is speculated an email blast will go out to the Council soliciting participation.

11  January 9 Council Meeting – There was no discussion on this item.

12  Support for Women’s Knitting Club – Motion to give a $100 gift card to Mary Beth Torres in recognition of her purchase of yarns needed for the cap and mitten knitting for the Coats for Kids initiative and her hard work in knitting the majority of the items was approved.

13  Sunday hospitality – Tom Silver reported the Council is signed up to provide hospitality at both the 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM Masses on December 10.  Tom reported that 4 to 6 people are needed after each Mass.  Tom is to get the information to Bill Swing who will send out an email to the Council.

14  PayPal Reader – Financial Secretary Hagerty reported that the Council’s PayPal reader is only capable of integrating with an I-Phone 6.  Motion to provide up to $79 for the purchase of a second PayPal reader was approved.

25.  Report of the Fourth Degree –  Dan Cincoski reported on the 4th Degree exemplification that occurred October 21 in Marshall.

26.  Field Agent’s Report – No report

27.  District Deputy’s Report – District Deputy Bill Swing submitted a written report to the District 53 Grand Knights highlighting upcoming activities for November.

28.  Good of the Order:

Christopher “Kip” Walker and wife Susan

Earl Forrence

Dick and Alice Hargarten

Jerry Sisk

George Laurance

Tom Silver

Paul Silver (Tom Silver’s brother)

Dave Brinza

Jan Stumpf (Dave Stumpf’s wife)

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

Father Steve

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 9:09 PM.

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

31.  Meeting Adjourned:  The meeting was adjourned at 9:10 PM.

Closing Reminders:  Pancake breakfast – November 19; Big/Small dinner – December 5; Fire for Discipleship – December 6; Council Christmas party – December 12; Parking assistance for December 24 Masses at 3:00 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Jim Grube

1.   The October 10, 2017 Council meeting was called to order at 7:39 PM by GK Rode

2.  Warden’s Report on Membership Cards by Jim Grube

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                Jason Touw            A   

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

Chancellor     Tom Murphy      A            Outside Guard     Pat Karn              p (8:33)

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      A

Present:   8    Absent:  6

6.  Non-Officer Council Members in Attendance (9 members present for votes):  Dan Cincoski, Mike Leuer (left after presenting his issue of interest)

7.  Knights of Columbus Guests:  Father Steve stopped in at 7:55 PM to thank the Council for all our efforts on behalf of the Parish.

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 September 12, 2017 General Membership meeting was approved.

11.  Report of Admission Committee and Reading of Applications:  Dave Stumpf presented a Form 100 for William Moreland, who went through RCIA this past year.

12.  Balloting for Membership (new, readmission. reapplications, transfers):  The Council voted unanimously to accept William Moreland’s application.

13.  Initiations:  All 3 degrees will occur at St. Joseph the Worker Parish in Maple Grove on October 26.  William Moreland will be offered an opportunity to attend this exemplification opportunity.

14.  Grand Knight’s Report:   

15.  Treasurer’s Report:  The Council account balance was $7,232.11 as of October 10, 2017.  Motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report was approved.

16.  Financial Secretary’s Report:  Total Receipts reported for the period:  $1,733.08 (1  batch).  Total Disbursements reported for the period:  $503.92(2 Vouchers – $243.92 and $260.00).  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 – No report

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:  Jason Touw – 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 – No report

23.  Unfinished Business

1  Fall Festival Report – Dan Cincoski reported that the festival grossed approximately $50,000 with an approximate $20,000 net profit.  Dan noted that although the festival committee wanted to make sure there was enough food for attendees, there was too much corn left over (1,000+/- ears).  Dan offered that we may wish to consider an al a carte menu next year.

2  October 10 Big Little Dinner – Grand Knight Rode reported there was a good turnout of Knights to support the dinner (8) and all seemed to go well.

3  Knights of Columbus Free Throw Challenge Site – Bill Swing, via email to the Council dated October 15, reported that the Wayzata Council will be holding its local competition on Sunday, January 21 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, and have invited our Council to join them.  At the same time Earl Forrence will discuss the issue with Father Steve to see if we will be allowed to sponsor the challenge at Holy Name for the Parish.

4  District Deputy Report of August 8, 2017 – Grand Knight Rode reported District Deputy Swing had submitted a written report since he could not attend the meeting.  Grand Knight Rode indicated this is a good way for Bill to keep in touch even when he cannot attend.

5  Bill Swing Volunteer Opportunity – This issue was introduced to the Council in September.  Grand Knight Rode indicated he will get in touch with Bill.

6  First Degree Scheduling – Grand Knight Rode referred to District Deputy Swing’s written report that noted 1st Degree exemplifications will occur on:  October 26 at St. Joseph the Worker Parish in Maple Grove, and October 28 at St. Peter’s Parish in North St. Paul.

7  Rosaries for the Adoration Chapel – Earl Forrence reported he has ordered one dozen black and one dozen white rosaries for the Adoration Chapel and is awaiting delivery.

8  Coats for Kids – Financial Secretary Ed Hagerty reported he has the coats and will coordinate delivery.  Dan Cincoski noted he will ask the Women’s Knitting Club to see if they would like to knit caps and mittens.

 24. New Business.       

1  October 10, 2017 Pancake Breakfast – Financial Secretary Hagerty reported that the breakfast netted $1,209 ($1,713 in revenues and $504 in expenses).  Motion to give $500 each to The Cradle of Hope, the Archdiocese of St. Paul-Minneapolis and Southwest Options for Women was approved.  Discussion ensued regarding the continued use of PayPal for those who wish to use credit cards.  Financial Secretary Hagerty will look to see if the Council has a device for future use.

2  Communications Knight Needed – Grand Knight Rode reported Jason Touw is transferring to the Bloomington Council so a replacement is needed.  Grand Knight Rode reported Matt Mamura is familiar with websites, and he will be meeting with Matt at 8:00 PM October 24 at Grand Knight Rode’s home.

3  Memorial Mass in November- The Mass is to be held at St. Anne’s in Hamel at 7:00 PM November 14.  This conflicts with our November Council meeting so Bill Swing will represent our Council (no Council Members died this past year).

4  Field Agent Update – Grand Knight Rode reported General Agent Ben Schleicher continues to look for Dave Novack’s replacement.

5  Christmas Party Planning – Discussion ensued regarding the date and location of the upcoming Christmas party.  It is anticipated Vic Tarnowski will again host the event at his home.  Motion to have Forester’s Catering cater the meal was approved.  We are to provide our own beverages.  Note:  In an email from Bill Swing dated October 15, Bill volunteered to accept whatever tasks we wish to assign him.

6  Mike Leuer Presentation Regarding Adam Roden Benefit – Mike presented flyers advertising an October 14 spaghetti dinner and benefit for Adam Roden.  Mike noted that Adam is the husband of Kristen, Mike’s brother’s daughter.  In spring 2015, at age 30 Adam was diagnosed with ALS.  The dinner and benefit will be at St. Albert’s Parish Center from 4:00 to 9:00 PM.  Motion to donate $100 to the Adam Roden benefit was approved.

7  Council Social Event – Grand Knight Rode reminded Council members the event is to occur October 17 from 7:00 to 10:00 PM at Latuff’s.  The Council will purchase the pizzas and members will have to pay for their beverages.

8  District 53 Meeting – Grand Knight Rode reported the next District 53 meeting of Grand Knights will occur December 7 at Holy Name.

9  Use of Council Funds – Discussion ensued regarding the possible use of Council funds.  It was noted the current Council account balance is approximately $7,000 and an additional $3,000 will be coming in after New Year as Council dues start to come in.  Earl Forrence volunteered to speak with Chuck Grabowski to determine if some kitchen equipment could be repaired as opposed to replaced.

25.  Report of the Fourth Degree – Dan Cincoski reported that the next 4th Degree exemplification will occur October 21 in Marshall.  Dan also reported the November 16 Memorial Mass will be held at Holy Name at 6:00 PM with the Assembly dinner to be held immediately thereafter ($15 per ticket).

26.  Field Agent’s Report – No report

27.  District Deputy’s Report – District Deputy Bill Swing submitted a written report to the District 53 Grand Knights highlighting upcoming activities for October.

28.  Good of the Order:

Christopher “Kip” Walker and wife Susan

Father Marty Fleming

Dick and Alice Hargarten

Jerry Sisk

George Laurance

Tom Silver

Paul Silver (Tom Silver’s brother)

Dave Brinza

Dave Novack on his transition in his new Field Agent assignment

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

Father Steve

Those suffering from the effects of natural disasters

Those victims and survivors of the Las Vegas shooting incident

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 9:08 PM.

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

31.  Meeting Adjourned:  The meeting was adjourned at 9:09 PM.

Closing Reminders:  Social event – October 17

Respectfully submitted,

Jim Grube, Recording Secretary

  

 

1.   The September 12, 2017 Council meeting was called to order at 7: 41 PM by GK Rode

2.  Warden’s Report on Membership Cards by Jim Grube

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                Jason Touw            A   

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

Chancellor     Tom Murphy      P(8:05) Outside Guard     Pat Karn           P(8:31)

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:  11            Absent:  3

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

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

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

9.  Chaplain’s Report:  None

10.  Reading of Minutes of Previous Meeting:  With a correction to item 27, the District Deputy Report, indicating the District Deputy’s report was delivered in written form,  the Council approved the record of the Council finances and actions of the August 8, 2017 General Membership meeting.

11.  Report of Admission Committee and Reading of Applications:  None

12.  Balloting for Membership (new, readmission. reapplications, transfers):  None

13.  Initiations:  None

14.  Grand Knight’s Report:   

15.  Treasurer’s Report:  The Council account balance was $5,628.64 as of September 12 , 2017.  Motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report was approved.

16.  Financial Secretary’s Report:  Total Receipts reported for the period:  $60.00 ( 1 batch).  Total Disbursements reported for the period:  $169.67 ( 1 Voucher).  Motion to accept the Financial Secretary’s report was Approved

Financial Secretary Hagerty reported there are a number of former Council members who have left the Council but National has not accepted their departures because they have not communicated their intentions to the Council in writing.

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 – No report

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:  Jason Touw – 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:  Financial Secretary Ed Hagerty reported all Council member dues for the year have been received.

Lecturer:  Marty Dehen – No report

HNOJ Life Commission:  No report

21.  Report of the Round Table Chairman – Not applicable

22.  Report of Standing Committees – No report

23.  Unfinished Business

1  Meeting with Father Steve – Grand Knight Rode reported he thought Father Steve’s meeting with the Council on August 8 went well.

2  Bill Swing serving as the new District Deputy – Refer to #27

3  District Deputy report for August 8, 2017 Council meeting – Grand Knight Rode indicated he will post the report for Council reading.

4  Painting project update – Grand Knight Rode thanked Eugene Dust and Earl Forrence for their effort and reported that new carpeting in now going in the room.

5  Calendar review update – Grand Knight reported the October 10th Big/Small Dinner conflicts with the Council meeting.  The next pancake breakfast is October 8th.

 24. New Business.       

1  Fall Festival volunteering – Dan Cincoski reported the volunteer needs are:  Thursday evening food preparation – 2; Saturday afternoon before Mass – 4; Saturday after Mass – up to 10 with the number dropping as time passes.  Dan passed out a copy of the food order that has been agreed upon.

2  October 10 Big/Small Dinner – Grand Knight Rode reported the dinner conflicts with the October 10th Council meeting.  We will help until 7:30 PM at which time we will retire to the Council meeting and others will take our place – believed to be the Men’s Group.

3  Free Throw Challenge site – Grand Knight Rode reported Holy Name can no longer sponsor the challenge, either at the Council or District levels.  District Deputy Swing noted the Wayzata Council is no longer interested in participating in either the local or District challenge.

4  October dinner event – After much discussion it was agreed the dinner will be held 7:00 PM October 17th at Latuff’s.  It was agreed the Council will pay for the food and attendees will pay for alcoholic beverages.  Spouses and potential members are invited to attend.

5 Field Agent update – District Deputy Swing had no new information on Bill Schleicher’s efforts to fill the position.

6  Bill Swing volunteer opportunity – Bill mentioned his wife Laurie seeks 4 volunteers to serve at the Women’s Evening of Reflection meal to occur November 9 from 6:00 to 8:30 PM.  The meal will be catered so the Knights are needed to serve in the Emmaus Room with food staging to occur in the Fireside Room.  We are also asked to clean up after the meal.

7  First Degree scheduling – After discussion regarding the possibility of sponsoring a First Degree exemplification at Holy Name, the preferred time is November; however, no formal action was taken.

8  Sunday hospitality – Tom Silver reported he received a thank you email from Michelle Schatz for the Council sponsoring coffee and donuts after the August 27th 10:30 Mass.  He also indicated help is needed for the September 24th 10:30 Mass.  After discussion, the Council expressed willingness to help.

9  Recruitment brochure – Grand Knight Rode noted the KC website has an excellent recruitment brochure and indicated he will investigate how to get copies for our use.

10  Coats of Kids – After discussion a motion to provide up to $500 for the purchase of 12 coats for boys and 12 coats for girls was approved.  Tom Silver volunteered to check with the Women’s Knitting Club to see if they would like to knit hats and mittens.

25.  Report of the Fourth Degree – Dan Cincoski noted the next exemplification will be October 21 in Marshall with attire being a dark suit and white shirt.  Dan noted the new 4th degree “uniform” will be a dark blue blazer and gray slacks, black shoes and a beret.  Ceremonial swords are still to be used.

26.  Field Agent’s Report – No report

27.  District Deputy’s Report – District Deputy Bill Swing reported he has completed his first circuit of the District #53 Councils.  He reported the Loretto Council is struggling, and that both the Golden Valley and Long Lake Councils include a prayer for vocations at the end of Council meetings.  He also mentioned that the Wayzata Council brings in an outside speaker to Council meetings occasionally.  He indicated recruitment is vitally important to most Councils and offered he is available and willing to do whatever he can do to help our Council.

District Deputy Swing mentioned he went to Lacrosse where a new Council is starting up.

The 2017 Memorial Mass will be held November 14 at 7:00 PM at St. Anne’s, sponsored by the Wayzata Council.

The District free throw contest will occur February 2, 2018 at a location to be determined.

The December 12th District meeting will be held at Holy Name.

District Deputy Swing indicated his position normally is a four year commitment.

28.  Good of the Order:

Christopher “Kip” Walker and wife Susan

Father Marty Fleming

Dick and Alice Hargarten

Jerry Sisk

George Laurance

Deacon Sam Catapano

Dave Brinza

Earl Forrence

Dave Stumpf

Tom Silver

Paul Silver (Tom Silver’s brother)

Kaleigh & the Olson Family (Jason Touw’s fiancé)

Dave Novack on his transition in his new Field Agent assignment

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

Father Steve

Matthew Larson on his entry into St. John Vianney seminary

Those affected by hurricanes Harvey and Irma

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 8:53 PM.

30.  Closing Ode:  The Council dispensed with the closing ode, but did listen to the reading of a prayer for vocations.

31.  Meeting Adjourned:  The meeting was adjourned at 8:55 PM.

Closing Reminders:  Hospitality after the September 24th 10:30 Mass; Pancake breakfast – October 8; Big/Small Dinner – October 10

Respectfully submitted,

Jim Grube, Recording Secretary

 

 

1.   The August 8, 2017 Council meeting was called to order at 7:39 PM by GK Rode

2.  Warden’s Report on Membership Cards by Jim Grube

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                Jason Touw                  A

Dep.Grand        Eugene  Dust  P             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          P

Lecturer         Marty Dehen      A

Present:  9                 Absent:  5

6.  Non-Officer Council Members in Attendance (12 members present for votes):  Jeff Sarles, Rob Sarles, Paul Sarles

7.  Knights of Columbus Guests: Father Steve

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

9.  Chaplain’s Report:  None

10.  Reading of Minutes of Previous Meeting:

With a correction to the purpose of the rosary purchase from use at NPH to the Adoration Chapel under #1 of Unfinished Business, the Council approved the record of the Council finances and actions of the July 11, 2017 General Membership meeting.

11.  Report of Admission Committee and Reading of Applications:  None

12.  Balloting for Membership (new, readmission. reapplications, transfers):  None

13.  Initiations:  None

14.  Grand Knight’s Report:  Father Steve addressed the Council at the meeting outset by thanking the Council for all the member do for the Parish.

Father Steve noted the Council is not officially connected to any Parish committee although members participate in the Parish Life Committee and Respect Life activities.  Father Steve wishes to place the Council and the Council Auxiliary under the Pastoral Outreach Committee under Deacon Dennis.  It was agreed we should make sure Deacon Dennis is able to address the Council periodically to keep us advised of Parish developments,  either by attendance at Council meetings or officer meetings with Dennis at his office.

Father Steve offered a brief report on the financial condition of the Parish, noting that for the 2018/2019 fiscal year it appears the draft Parish budget shows expenses exceeding  revenues by approximately $100,000, necessitating reductions to bring the budget to balance.

Father Steve indicated he needs to inform the Parish what direction he intends to take it in the future.  His #1 goal is to make all disciples of the Lord through:  Dynamic liturgy; compelling faith formation; and, service to our sisters/brothers in need.

Upon completion of his visit with the Council, Father Steve took his leave and the Council continued with the meeting.

Grand Knight Rode passed around a thank you note he had received from the Hammer Group (John Estrem – CEO/Angela Bernhardt – Director) for our $540.81 gift.

 15.  Treasurer’s Report:  The Council account balance was $7,044.15 as of August 8, 2017.  Motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report was approved.

16.  Financial Secretary’s Report:  Total Receipts reported for the period:  $71.40 (1 batch).  Total Disbursements reported for the period:  $1,521.96 (4 Vouchers:  $59.95, $388.01, $35.00 and $1,039.00).  Motion to accept the Financial Secretary’s report – Approved

Motion to pay the Council bills – 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 – No report

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 Matthew Larson of Orono will be enrolled in St. John Vianney seminary in the fall.

Council Service Director:  Ed Ayd – No report

Culture of Life  Director:  Unassigned – No report

Public Relations:  Jason Touw – 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 gave Financial Secretary Ed Hagerty a dues payment for 1 Council member, leaving only 1 Council member yet to renew his membership for 2017.

Lecturer:  Marty Dehen – No report

HNOJ Life Commission:  No report

21.  Report of the Round Table Chairman – Not applicable

22.  Report of Standing Committees – No report

23.  Unfinished Business

1  Schedule/Calendar of Events Review – Grand Knight Rode indicated the Parish calendar has been set and that the Council will be able to sponsor 5 pancake breakfasts this coming 2018/2019 year.  The Seafood Buffet is scheduled for March 23, with the Tootsie Roll sale to occur the weekend of April 21/22 and the Cinnamon Roll sale to occur January 20/21.  There will be at least 4 “Big/Small” dinners (October 17, November 7, February 20 and April 17) for which Council support will be needed.  Note:  although a fifth date, December 5, is listed there is belief this will not occur.

2  Knights Social Event Brainstorming – Discussion ensued regarding possible avenues for greater socializing among the members and their families.  While no decisions were made, there was movement toward an October gathering, perhaps at a member’s home on a Sunday.

3  Invite a Knight to our Meeting Brainstorming – Grand Knight Rode encouraged members to “invite a Knight” for both a Council meeting and a brainstorming meeting.

4  Committee Assignment Review – This remains a work in progress for Grand Knight Rode.

5  Date for Council Year Calendar Review – Grand Knight Rode indicated he would set a date for member comments when the calendar is released.

 24. New Business.       

1  Meeting with Father Steve – refer to Grand Knight’s Report – #14 above.

2  Grand Knight Rode reported Bill Swing has accepted the role as the District Deputy, succeeding Tom Mechels.

3  District #53 Meeting Update – Grand Knight Rode reported that State Deputy Bob Penas attended the District meeting.  State Deputy Penas reported that someone from the State KC Membership Program will come to future Council meetings of the District Councils.  He also noted that the State “Camporee” is scheduled for August 25-27 in Pipestone.

4  Painting Project – Grand Knight Rode indicated the school seeks help in the painting of a small classroom.  A “call for assistance” for one evening during the week of August 21  will be sent to the Council membership by Grand Knight Rode, as the work must be completed before classes begin.

5  Field Agent Update – Nothing new to report

6  Calendar Development Update – Grand Knight Rode has a copy of the Parish Calendar and is working to finalize tentative KC activity dates.

7  Tom Silver reported that the Sunday Hospitality ministry seeks help after Sunday morning Masses.  After discussion the Council agreed to host one Sunday (both the 8:30 and 10:30 Masses) once every one or two months.  Tom will coordinate a consistent weekend and report back to the Council.

8  Deacon Matt Shireman gave a thank you note to the Council for our $500 support of him via the RSVP program.

9  Financial Secretary Hagerty reported the Council’s Audit Report is available for review/approval by the Trustees.

27.  District Deputy’s Report:  No report

28.  Good of the Order:

Christopher “Kip” Walker and wife Susan

Father Marty Fleming

Dick and Alice Hargarten

Jerry Sisk

George Laurance

Deacon Sam Catapano

Dave Brinza

Earl Forrence

Dave Stumpf

Tom Silver

Dan Silver family on his passing (Tom Silver’s brother)

Paul Silver (Tom Silver’s brother)

Kaleigh & the Olson Family (Jason Touw’s fiancé)

Dave Novack on his transition in his new Field Agent assignment

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

Father Howe on his new assignment

Father Steve and family

Matthew Larson on his entry into St. John Vianney seminary

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 8:52 PM.

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

31.  Meeting Adjourned:  The meeting was adjourned at 8:53 PM.

Closing Reminders:  Parish fall festival – September 16

Respectfully submitted,

Jim Grube, Recording Secretary