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  • Mon
    20
    Oct 08

    CCC Readings for Oct. 22nd Meeting

    Brothers,

    For the October 22nd, 2008 business meeting, we will be reflecting on paragraphs 456-483 of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. For your reference, the English translation of the CCC is hosted online by St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. The relevant paragraphs for Oct. 22nd are below:

     

  • Mon
    13
    Oct 08

    Columbus Day Parade

    Brothers,

       This past weekend was this year's Columbus Day parade in Sterling, VA. Our council was represented by PGK Steve McMahon and his family, as well as the wife of brother Andrew Duthie, Jennifer, and their two boys, as well as PGK Phil Rusciolleli who led the parade with the 4th degree Knights. Here are a couple of pictures:

    PGK McMahon and PGK Rusciolleli
    PGK McMahon and PGK Rusciolleli

    Holy Family Council Marchers
    The Holy Family Council marchers (clockwise from top Steve and Bridget McMahon,
    Joseph Duthie, Michael McMahon, John Duthie)

    Additional photos from this event may be found in the Photo Gallery, in the Album labeled Columbus Day 2008.

  • Wed
    08
    Oct 08

    CCC Readings for Oct. 8th Meeting

    Brothers,

       For the October 8th, 2008 business meeting, we will be reflecting on paragraphs 422-455 of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. For your reference, the English translation of the CCC is hosted online by St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. The relevant paragraphs for Oct. 8th begin here, and continue here.

     

  • Mon
    06
    Oct 08

    Habitat for Humanity Activity

    On October 4th, several of our brothers took part in helping with a Habitat for Humanity project near Middleburg. Brother Bob Hodge coordinated. Here's a picture from the trip:

    Thanks to all who participated!

  • Sun
    21
    Sep 08

    Grand Knight's Corner #3

     
    Brothers,
     
                We have worked hard in the month of September supporting events such as the Knights of Columbus Soccer Challenge. Special thanks to Brother Keith Atkins for heading the event, Brother Greg Adgate our youth chairman for being his backup and Brother Sal Spata for donating food and drinks for the volunteers from his restaurant Sal's Pizza in Broadlands. Our main fund raiser "Oatland Parking" on Saturday September 20th headed by Brothers Cliff Lapetoda and Steve Connors have doubled our income from last year on this event, which in turn helps fund the many charities we support.
     
                As these fine Brothers will tell you neither of these success stories for the month would be possible without the help and support from our many Brothers who volunteer to show up to get the job done! As we reflect upon this it becomes very clear that it is our commitment to our Brother Knights plea for help that make a huge measurable difference. This brings me to the topic below.
     
                With the next election rapidly approaching, many issues are being hotly debated in kitchens, offices, and of course in newspapers, on TV, and online. It’s important to remember that no issue is more central to our faith and to our Order than that of protecting innocent life. If you’ve been watching the news lately, you’ve probably noticed that a number of public figures have made statements regarding the Church’s teachings on protection of the unborn that are incorrect and have the potential to mislead the faithful.
     
                In response, our Supreme Knight, Carl A. Anderson, has written an open letter to Senator Joseph Biden reiterating and clarifying the teachings of the Catholic Church on these matters, and calling on Senator Biden to protect the lives of the unborn. It is a powerful statement about both what the Church teaches and why, and I would ask that every Knight take the time to read it, and share it with others.
     
                Let us remember that as Knights, we are called to defend life. Our Supreme Knight has given us a great example in his call to the powerful to stand in defense of life. Let us each find our own way to defend and protect the unborn, and to build a culture of life.  
     
                United we make a difference ! 
     
     
    Vivat Jesus!
     
    Grand Knight
    Frank Salvato
  • Thu
    04
    Sep 08

    Virginia State Council Email List

    Via Worthy District Deputy James Green:

    The Worthy State Deputy has launched another tool for use in communicating with the Knights in Virginia. The Virginia State Council Email list will be used to send information of interest to all Brother Knights and their families as well as other interested parties who may subscribe.
    To subscribe to this list please click on the following link and complete the form. Please inform your councils of this new communications tool, it is for them.
    http://vakofc.org/subscribe.asp
    The link can also found on the top left of each page on the State website at http://vakofc.org/

    If you have any questions or problems subscribing, please let us know via the Contact link above, and we'll pass the information along to the DD.

  • Sat
    30
    Aug 08

    Grand Knight's Corner #2

    Brothers,

              We had our first social / fund raiser / pass the gavel on Wednesday the 27th of August. This was a great family event and everyone seemed to have a great time. Fr. Tran kicked it off by blessing the food prepared by Brothers Vinny Misuraca, Tim Romutis and Scott Steinkirchner. Our objectives for this event was to have families enjoy the night with our Knights family, not cook, and offset the cost of the event by donations. I believe our goals were achieved.
     
    Our Worthy DD Jay McCarthy and his wife Margie send a note thanking our council for the invite and saying they felt the warmth of them being invited as part of the family. For them it was like going out for the night as a couple.
     
    Although desserts were welcome especially a birthday cake for 15 year-old Richard Calhoun, the idea of kicking back, not cooking and donating what you would spend at Mickey D’s was generally accomplished. The only difference was better food and better beverages. :-)
     
    I meant what I said at the installation, that you are my family and it was great to give out the family of the month and Knight of the month with families attending and not just the Knights. We are going to have more family events that can bring us together and at the same time generate donations to offset costs and build up funds for charities.  
     
    What I need from you is to spread the word.
     
    This year we are going to have FUN (Fraternity, Unity, Now) !!!!
     
    Our goal this year is to make Brothers and families want to come to these events and not feel obligated. We want our kids to ask when are we going again and not do we have to… We have a lot of creativity in our council and going forward we plan on exploring ideas to keep the family united.
     
    Vivat Jesus!
     
    Grand Knight
    Frank Salvato
  • Sat
    30
    Aug 08

    July and August Awards

    Holy Family Council is pleased to announce the following awards for July and August:

    • Family of the Month for July 2008: The Utendorf Family
    • Knight of the Month for August 2008: Br. Scott Steinkirchner 
    • Family of the Month for August 2008: The Adgate Family

    Congratulations to all and thanks for your contributions and commitment to our community!

  • Wed
    14
    May 08

    April Awards

    Holy Family Council is pleased to announce the following awards for April:

    • Knight of the Month for April 2008: Br. Cliff Lapetoda
    • Family of the Month for April 2008: The Beaudet Family 

    Congratulations to all and thanks for your contributions and commitment to our community!

  • Thu
    13
    Mar 08

    January and February Awards

    Holy Family Council is pleased to announce the following awards for January and February:

    • Knight of the Month for January 2008: Br. Art Busher
    • Family of the Month for January 2008: The Modolo Family
       
    • Knight of the Month for February 2008: Br. Jim Patania
    • Family of the Month for February 2008: The Layman Family

    Congratulations to all and thanks for your contributions and commitment to our community!