Galaxy of Lights Friday December 16th

Posted on 11/07/2011 by Council

Brothers,

Joe Morton and myself attended the Team Captain’s meeting yesterday afternoon at the Huntsville Botanical Garden in order to receive pertinent information related to the 2012 Galaxy of Lights.

What Is It?  For those of you that are new to the council or the area the Huntsville Botanical garden’s Galaxy of Lights is a holiday light extravaganza featuring larger-than-life animated light displays.  The council has been supporting the event by working one of the driving nights (i.e., directing traffic, admissions, etc.) for the last five or so years.

When is it?  Our night is scheduled on Friday December 16th

Time?  As always we ask that council volunteers be at the garden no later than 4:30pm in order to get situated and  receive last minute instructions and of course get a bite to eat.  The garden may permit us to open a little earlier so we need to be prepared.

Gather Where?  We will gather in the educational building which is situated next to gift shop.  You will enter the garden as you normally would using the main entrance off Bob Wallace.  Be aware that the visitor entry point will be located of Tranquility Base near the entrance to the Space and Rocket Center to ease traffic on Bob Wallace.  However, do not use this entrance, use the main garden entrance on Bob Wallace.

Food!  The Garden is providing hot and cold drinks and the Council will be providing fried chicken, baked beans and potato salad and we are asking you to bring a desert or side dish to share with everyone.

Safety Issues:  This will be a family event, however the Garden has restricted outside workers to those 16 and over, which will be strictly enforced.  Also, the event goes on regardless of the weather so please keep an eye on the weather and dress appropriately.  If you have KC caps or shirts you may wear them.  Please do not invite friends, the garden limits participation to the group working the night only!

I will send out additional reminders as we get closer to the date.

Please consider joining us on the 16th and putting a topping on your holiday celebration.

Fraternally,

Danny Garcia
Grand Knight
St. John the Baptist Council No. 10232

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New 4th Degree Knights

Posted on 11/07/2011 by Council

Brothers,

Please help in congratulating our new Sir Knights who were advanced to the Patriotic Degree of the Order in a special exemplification held at Holy Spirit Catholic Church on Saturday November 5th.  Our new Sir Knights are now also members of the Father Patrick J. Murphy Assembly No. 2420 located at St. John’s.

Congratulations to:

Sir Knight William Alvarez
Sir Knight John Coplen
Sir Knight Gerry Norris
Sir Knight Steve O’Neill
Sir Knight Tom Quartarone
Sir Knight Seth Tolson
Sir Knight Jerome Villarreal

Fraternally,

Danny Garcia
Grand Knight
St. John the Baptist Council No. 10232

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New KC Room Details

Posted on 11/04/2011 by Council

Brothers,

I went to see the plans for our new room and storage area.

Measurements:

Old Room:  24×16  (384 sqft)
Old Storage Space:  Old Copy Room, Pantry

New Room:  31×23 (713 sqft)
New storage area:   (161 sqft)

Our new meeting space almost gives us twice as much meeting space and it also includes a contiguous storage area.  If you recall where we were previously meeting well we are now at the other end of the hall closer to the new stairway.  Father Roy said that parts of our old room would become a storage area and will also contain access for the air handling units.  He said that with our new accommodations we would be farther from the noise and have a slightly larger space than originally planned.

As part of my comments regarding the plans, I asked Father Roy to please add the following:

  1. More outlets that shown on the drawings  (Long walls – 4, short walls – 2)
  2. I also asked for switches for the lighting (4 bulb fluorescents) such that we can turn on half the tubes in each light unit.
  3. I also asked for can lighting on a dimmer switch.
  4. The storage area is triangular in shape, and there is a door to it from inside our room.

Father said they would like approval of the plans asap so that work can begin. I think you will be pleased with the new room and surroundings in the basement.

Fraternally,

Danny Garcia
Grand Knight
St. John the Baptist Council No. 10232

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Last 40 DFL Saturday Rosary

Posted on 11/02/2011 by Council

Fellow Knights,

Recognizing that there are several other events taking place this weekend I just want to take this opportunity to remind everyone that this is the last 40 DFL Saturday Rosary. As of last Saturday 15 young ladies had decided against abortion at the Huntsville Abortion Clinic. Father Bresowar will be leading the Rosary starting at 9:00 AM. I’ll be leaving St. John’s at 08:15 AM if anyone would like a ride. Maybe our prayers and the influence of the sidewalk counselors will convince more young ladies that abortion is not the option for them.

Fraternally,

Juan Benjamin
K of C, Council 10232 Prolife Committee

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November Issue of the K of C Council 11672

Posted on 11/01/2011 by Council

Ever wonder what’s happening in other Councils, here’s Good Shepherd Council 11672 newsletter for November.

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November Lancer Available

Posted on 11/01/2011 by Council

The November Edition of the Council Newsletter, The Lancer is now available on the Newsletters page.

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First Saturday Devotion November 5th

Posted on 10/31/2011 by Council

Brothers,

Let me encourage all of you to attend the First Saturday Devotion this coming Saturday in the Parish Chapel beginning at 8:30am. Meeting on a regular basis has proven to be a great source of unity, inspiration, and encouragement for each other as we continue on the journey.

Our council’s dedication to this observance at the beginning of every month are meant to be a spiritual oasis for those who are able to fit them into their already busy schedules. I know that many of us have activities planned with our families and the council also has activities scheduled this weekend with the Intellectual Disabilities drive at Star Market and continuing throughout the weekend, as well as our attendance and support for the Rosary being said at the Huntsville Abortion clinic in support of 40 days for Life. Not to mention the 4th degree exemplification taking place at Holy Spirit parish. I know we get tired, frustrated , and discouraged at times and you must be thinking, “Can’t we just give it a rest? I have done enough!” Recall, my words from a few years ago when I was elected Grand Knight – we must set out into the deep! We must move away from the safety of port and shallow waters. We must always strive to understand that the Lord always expects more of us and not less.

I trust that those of you that can make it to First Saturday are meant to be there and are unified by an attitude of gratitude, charity, humility, and hope. As always, we will be meeting in the choir room after Holy Hour for 30-45 minutes for another wonderful session presented by Paul Semmens on Men’s Spirituality.

Thank you again for your continuing example of dedication and devotion to our parish, our council, and to your families. You are indeed the great men in my life and I am honored to know you and call you brothers.

Fraternally In Christ,
Danny Garcia
Grand Knight
St. John the Baptist Council No. 10232

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St. John’s Catholic School Star Party

Posted on 10/26/2011 by Council

Brothers,

I recently spoke to some of you regarding the Star Party that the school was planning on hosting on the evening of November 10th.  The Star Party is a school wide astronomy session with a noted area astronomer invited to come and present to the kids on the evening of November 10th.

She asked the council if we would be interested in preparing and serving dogs and burgers to the kids and parents and use the event as a fundraiser for the council.  This event would be a perfect opportunity to boost our Intellectual Drive proceeds.   Mrs. Lewis also suggested that a presale of meals occurs and she will handle sending out flyers to the kids and taking the orders.

She will also speak with the cafeteria manager, Sheila Fierro, about whether the food order.  The school will subtract the cost of the food used and the council would keep the profit to benefit the ID Drive.

MENU:  Hotdogs/hamburgers, baked beans, chips, lemonade

COST:  $8/Adult   $5/Child

ANTICIPATED ATTENDANCE:  200 plus

WHEN:  Thursday, November 10th

TIME:  Prepare and be ready to serve dogs and burgers by 5:30pm and serve until 7:00pm

WHERE:  Serving will be done in  the school cafeteria.

MEN NEEDED TO SUPPORT EVENT:  We will need a minimum of 8 men to support this event.

Fraternally,

Danny Garcia
Grand Knight
St. John the Baptist Council No. 10232

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Broadsword 2011

Posted on 10/26/2011 by Council

Brothers,

I have attached some of the photos that I took last night. I should have taken more of the kitchen crew. I focused on the speaker, Mike, who presented one of the most motivating talks that I have ever experienced – definitely worth the price of admission and more. We are all better persons after hearing Mike’s words.

Use the photos in whatever manner you wish.

John

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Congratulations to New 3rd Degree Members

Posted on 10/17/2011 by Council

Brothers,

Please help me in offering our sincere congratulations to council 10232’s new 3rd degree members listed below:

  • James Cook
  • Joseph Cook
  • Paul Dube
  • Joshua Gomez
  • Gerald Kaney
  • Seth Tolson

The new version of the 3rd Degree Exemplification was conducted yesterday afternoon for the first time in this area at council 4080 in Huntsville.  In all 28 members were  present and received the honors of the 3rd degree of the Order.

Fraternally,

Danny Garcia
Grand Knight
St. John the Baptist Council No. 10232

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