PROMPTER. Dates to Remember Bishop Gallagher Council No Grand Knights Message

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1 1925 Bishop Gallagher Council No PROMPTER Volume 91, Issue 2 ROYAL OAK, MICHIGAN May 2015 c/o Royal Canadian Legion Post 84, 1005 East 11 Mile Road, Royal Oak, MI Grand Knights Message Worthy Brother Knights, Once again we were able as a council to help several charities as a result of our fundraising event in April. Please see included article to see who volunteered. I challenge all Brother Knights to help on the next fundraiser as the same members continue to be the majority workers. This is our best way to raise the money to fulfill our first core principle of Charity. Together we can accomplish far more than any of us could individually. As none of us is as good as all of us. Come to our meetings and fulfill our second core principle of Unity. Please join us and help make us a better and stronger council. Elections are coming up next meeting. Any third degree member can run for elected office and help with the direction of the council. Talk to your fellow catholic men about joining the Knights of Columbus. Inform them of all the benefits available. See page 5. Contact Membership director Brian Cieslik, at cieslikb1@gmail.com, or myself at hornbacherconcepts@gmail.com. Please check the Dates to Remember for the list of upcoming events. We have a lot of different activities that we need you to be a part of. Please join us and think about how you can help this year. I would like to remind you of some special events coming up. May 16, Anniversary Dinner, May 19 Membership Meeting 7:30 Officer Elections Dates to Remember Regular Membership Meetings are every third Tuesday of the month at 7:30pm, in the meeting room of The Royal Canadian Legion. Reminder: Free social hour after the meeting. May 16, Council 90 th Anniversary Dinner, See included info. Seats are still available. May 19, Membership Meeting 7:30pm, Officer Elections, see nominations, further nominations can be made at meeting. June 16, Membership Meeting 7:30pm July 21, Membership Meeting 7:30pm Aug 18, Membership Meeting 7:30pm Sep 9,10,11,12, Charity Fundraiser, See article Vivat Jesus! Grand Knight Mark H. Hornbacher Volume 91, Issue 2 Prompter 1 May 2015

2 Member News Deceased Member, Robert F. Taylor, April 16, 2015 Please keep him and his family in your prayers. New Members, Alan Blake McClellan Scott A. Bogue Please come to the meetings and welcome them to our council. TOOTSIE ROLL DRIVE RESULTS The efforts of our council resulted in $3, raised. Less $ in expenses, resulting in a check to the state of 3, Officers District Deputy Mark Brezenski Grand Knight Mark H. Hornbacher hornbacherconcepts@gmail.com Deputy GK Sean Dare Chancellor Buzz Johnstone Fin. Secretary Daniel Remeika Recorder Mark J Hornbacher Warden Joseph Holota Treasurer Gary Schultz Trustee 1 yr Mark Baker Trustee 2 years Tim Gignac Trustee 3 years Ronald O Connor Advocate Steve Dawson Inside Guard Peter Smith Outside Guard Tim Langan Chaplain Fr. Steven Wertanen Program Director Fundraising Joseph Holota pd2569@mikof.org Membership Director Brian Cieslik cieslikb1@gmail.com MI Drive Director Andy Izydorek Supreme Council Field Agent Dave Parker Dave.parker@kofc.org A check was made out and presented to the ARC of Oakland County. It is the proceeds of $2, collected by Council #2569 during the MI Drive. The council would like to thank our members and especially the help we received from the Arc community. We would not have achieved this without their help. Council 2569, Michael B Frederick, Kimberly Frederick, Buzz Johnstone, James Kreger, Mark Baker, Andy Izydorek, Alexander Jakstys, Charles Hornbacher, Tom & Cathy Siterlet, Shirley Schultz, Tim Gignac, Ron O Conner, Gary Schultz, Dan Remika, Mark H. Hornbacher, Tom Kendziorski, Brian Cieslik, Mark J. Hornbacher. Arc Community, Ron Cheli, Pam Cheli and Angel Cheli, Tami Kendziorski, Jerry + Jodi Rubin, Gary Van Horn, Harry Mamassian, Donna Yates + Betsy Kalec, John Kendziorski, Rosemary Rangi, Ms Jann Karlskinn w/nick & Alliyah, Michael & Isaac Sugar, JoAnn Smith and her two children, Tom Kendziorski, R. Simpkins, special thanks to Chuck Carjula. The council would like to thank Holiday Market, Hollywood Market, and The Royal Oak Farmers Market for allowing us to solicit from their locations. Volume 91, Issue 2 Prompter 2 May 2015

3 Council s 90 th Anniversary All members were sent invitations attend our free celebration and banquet in honor of the 90 th Anniversary of Bishop Gallagher Council #2569, which was instituted on May 10, 1925, with 134 Charter Members. When each RSVP was counted we had more than 60 people who will attend on May 16. The count was turned over to Farina s Banquet Center on Coolidge Highway in Berkley. The attire for the evening will be semi-formal, which is, coat and tie for the men and dress or dressy pantsuit or dress suit for the ladies. If you did not RSVP you are still highly encouraged to attend the Mass of celebration at St. Mary Church in Royal Oak. There may still be some available seats, Please contact Grand Knight Mark at or Deputy Grand Knight and Anniversary Committee Chair Sean Dare at for availability. Date: Saturday, May 16, :30 p.m. Mass at St. Mary Church, 730 S Lafayette Ave., Royal Oak, MI :30 p.m. Social Hour, Farina s Banquet Center, 2485 Coolidge Hwy, Berkley Miles from St. Mary Church, about a 10 minute drive 7:30 p.m. Dinner and program 11:00 p.m. End open bar 11:30 p.m. Close Insurance Update Insurance by Brother Knights for Brother Knights When structuring the best insurance plan for you and your family, there is a lot to consider, but keep two things in mind. First and foremost, remember that you have a dedicated, professional Knights of Columbus agent whose job it is to help you consider your current situation, evaluate the options, and put a plan in place to help protect you and your family according to your terms and your budget. Second, whenever you do business with the Knights of Columbus, you get the added benefit of knowing that you re not doing business with any old insurance company, you re doing business with your insurance company, a Catholic insurance company, that is one of the most highly-rated life insurers in North America.**** So be sure to reach out to me today, and get the conversation started, so that you can take advantage of this exclusive portfolio of protection that s been assembled for you. I can be reached at or dave.parker@kofc.org. **** As of 7/1/2014, rated A++, Superior for financial strength by AM Best. Career Opportunity: The Knights of Columbus is seeking a Field Agent for a career opportunity representing their insurance program. They offer a complete benefits package with this full-time position. In order to qualify, one must be eligible for membership in the Knights of Columbus. For more information, please contact, Don M. Wesley FICF, General Agent, at , or don.wesley@kofc.org Volume 91, Issue 2 Prompter 3 May 2015

4 Charity Update The council held another successful charity poker event from April 8-11 at Sunnybrook Golf & Bowl. Very many thanks go to the volunteers who worked the various daily shifts from 2 p.m. to 2 a.m. Andy Izydorek, Buzz Johnstone, Connor Dare, Dale Forsyth, Dan Remeika, Gary Schultz, Gil Bromley, Larry Sharer, Mark Baker, Mark H Hornbacher, Mark J Hornbacher, Ron O'Connor, Sean Dare, Tim Gignac, Tom Kendziorski, Tom Siterlet, and Tony Caruso. Thank you to the many volunteers that worked multiple shifts. Special thanks to Program Director and Charity Poker Chairman Joe Holota who obtained the venue and organized the schedule. The amount we earned for charity was $3,094. Our charity budget is now at $6,158. In all, we earned $26,459 for charity at the 8 charity poker events we held since March, In addition to charity poker, the council has raised charity money from other programs, such as, the MI Drive, the Ultrasound Drive, Take 5, and McGivney Chair. Program Director and Charity Poker Chairman Joe Holota announced that our next charity poker event will be at Sunnybrook Golf & Bowl on September 9, 10, 11, and 12, This is on a Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Mother and Unborn Baby Care MAUBC, Southfield Road, Southfield, MI 48075, Phone: (248) , Fax # MAUBC is a charity dedicated to stopping abortions by helping women continue their pregnancies in a normal, healthy manner. MAUBC volunteers use peer counseling which is pro-life, informative and honest but sensitive to the emotional and material needs of the mother. They also provide for both mother and baby material needs. MAUBC is one charity that council 2569 has worked with on an ongoing basis. Please join us at our meetings to help direct where the money we collect should be donated. Your input is always welcome. Volume 91, Issue 2 Prompter 4 May 2015

5 Election of Officers At the membership meeting on April 21 the following officer nominations were made, seconded, and accepted for the period July 1, 2015, through June 30, For Grand Knight Mark H. Hornbacher For Chancellor Buzz Johnstone For Warden Ron O Connor For Deputy GK Sean Dare For Recorder Mark J Hornbacher For Treasurer Gary Schultz For Trustee 2 years Joe Holota to replace Ron O Connor who will resign to take Warden For Trustee 3 years Mark Baker For Inside Guard Peter Smith For Advocate Tom Kendziorski For Outside Guard vacant Note: Trustee 1 year will be Tim Gignac who has this 1 year remaining on his 3-year term. Currently, all positions are unopposed. Further nominations and elections will take place at the next membership meeting on Tuesday, May 19, 2015, at 7:30 p.m., when members will be asked, Are there any other nominations. Your attendance is requested. Benefits of Membership COLUMBIA MAGAZINE Free subscription to the Order s monthly magazine examining issues of concern to Knights, Catholics and families. KNIGHTS of COLUMBUS ROSARY Blessed by the supreme chaplain, presented during the First Degree exemplification to each new member. DAILY MASS OF REMEMBRANCE AT ST. MARY S CHURCH Mass for deceased members and their wives, and deceased members of the Squires program, at birthplace of the Order. INSURANCE Portfolio of top-quality life insurance, long-term care, and annuity products exclusively for members and their families. FAMILY FRATERNAL BENEFIT For eligible families: a) Pays $1,500 for the child who dies before the age of 61 days; b) Pays $750 for the child who is stillborn at least 20 weeks after conception; c) Offers guaranteed-issue insurance up to $5,000 to any child under age 18. ORPHAN BENEFIT $80 monthly allotment for orphans of eligible families; up to $7,000 in college scholarships available. MEMBER/SPOUSE FRATERNAL BENEFIT Accidental death coverage for member and spouse at no cost. WIDOW BENEFITS a) Continues to be covered under the Member/Spouse Fraternal Benefit; b) May purchase life insurance, long-term care insurance, or annuities up to one year after insured member s death; c) Receives a free lifetime subscription to Columbia; d) Eligible with her children for scholarships, student loans, etc. SCHOLARSHIPS Scholarship programs for higher education available to members, their spouses and children. LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Opportunity to build personal leadership skills, public speaking ability, organization skills, etc. FOURTH DEGREE Eligibility to join the Patriotic Degree. HONORARY LIFE MEMBERSHIP at Age 70 with 25 years of membership. MEMBERSHIP CARD Entitles participation in all Catholic, fraternal and social activities in more than 14,000 councils throughout the world. ACTIVITIES FAMILY/YOUTH/RELIGIOUS/SOCIAL/ATHLETIC Participation in a variety of programs and activities conducted by local councils. Volume 91, Issue 2 Prompter 5 May 2015

2569 Since 1925 A Knights of Columbus council can work wonders; in fact, with its many programs, it can help change the community, town, city or neighborhood in which you live.

6 BISHOP GALLAGHER COUNCIL, No KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS c/o Royal Canadian Legion Post East 11 Mile Road Royal Oak, MI FAITH INTO ACTION: Knights of Columbus Bishop Gallagher Council No Since 1925 A Knights of Columbus council can work wonders; in fact, with its many programs, it can help change the community, town, city or neighborhood in which you live. However, a successful Knights of Columbus program depends on people taking the initial idea, modifying it to suit specific situations and local needs, then implementing the program in the way it works. The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic, family, fraternal, service organization. This theme permeates the entire Service Program: all Church, community, council, family, culture of life, and youth activities. Encourage your fellow Catholic brothers, sons, family, and friends to join. Prompter Printing Courtesy of Sullivan & Son ROYAL OAK UTICA 705 W. Eleven Mile Rd Hall Rd. (M-59) 4 blocks E. of Woodward 3 blocks E. of Van Dyke Phone: Phone: Council 2569 website Supreme Council website Volume 91, Issue 2 Prompter 6 May 2015

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