February 2012 S T. G E O R G E P A R I S H C O U N C I L 1 0 8 4 3 D i s t r i c t 4 9 , P O B o x 2 0 0 1 1 , L o n d o n , O N
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The Story of St. Valentine The Roman Emperor Claudius II was fighting many wars. He wanted a strong army, but many men did not want to be soldiers. Claudius thought the men wanted to stay home to be with their wives and children instead of leaving to fight wars.
Feb. 9th – General Meeting Feb. 12th – Parish Breakfast (9:00 + 11:00am Mass) Feb. 15th – Semi-Annual Audit Report due. Feb. 17th – CPR Training – Please register. Feb. 21st – Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner. Feb. 23rd – Executive Committee Meeting. Mar. 3rd – Regional Basketball Free Throw Competition (STA High school) Mar. 4th – Parish Breakfast (9:00 & 11:00am Mass) May 26th – Day of Prayer and Reflection for our Council at Our Lady of the Rosary Diocesan Shrine at Merlin Aug. 11th – Blue Jays vs Yankees at Rogers Centre
Claudius thought of an awful solution to his problem. He decided to cancel all marriages! No one in all of Rome could get married. Claudius thought that if the men couldn’t get married, the men would ignore the women and want to be soldiers. Valentine, who was a priest, believed that people needed to get married. He thought that if they were not married, they would be tempted to sin by living together without being married. So he secretly and illegally married couples anyway! He performed the weddings in secret places, so the Roman soldiers would not find out.
2012 Columbus Day Activities. We need two volunteers to participate on the 2012 Planning Committee. Next meeting: Thursday February 23, 2012 St. Justin's Church Hall at 7:00 pm. Please contact Brad Mahood, GK for additional details.
But they did find out. Valentine was arrested and brought before the Emperor. The Emperor thought Valentine was a well spoken and wise young man, and encouraged him to stop being a Christian and become a loyal Roman. Valentine would not deny his beliefs, and he refused. He was sent to prison until he could be executed. While he was in prison, he sent out letters to his friends and asked to be prayed for by writing Remember your Valentine.
Volunteers Required ! Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner. Tuesday February 21st. Always a popular event with the Parish & Community. Mark your calendar !
Valentine was killed on the 14th or the 24th of February in the year 269 or 270. We celebrate Valentine’s Day on February 14th in honor of St. Valentine.
Day of Prayer and Reflection for our Council Saturday May 26th, 2012 Our Lady of the Rosary Diocesan Shrine at Merlin. Full particulars will be published in future bulletins. Put this date on your calendar.
Although it is not known whether this legend is factually true, it is a good story anyway. It is nice to think of someone who believed in marriage and was willing to risk death to do what he believed was right. This year, after you pick up a box of candy message hearts or roses, remember the one for who this celebration originated – St. Valentine. In honor of the patron saint of love, young people and happy marriages who was martyred for his love of the Lord, think of something more spiritual to do for your loved ones on February 14?
ANNUAL CAR RAFFLE Tickets will be sold for 4 weeks in the malls.We will also set up in the Narthex (dates to be anounced). All tickets are 3 for $5. Please offer your assistance ! Contact Br. Phil Valiquette and Br. Jim Kelly
God Bless. Brad Mahood, Grand Knight
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OUR EXECUTIVE
Prayer to Saint Valentine Dear Lord, who art high in the Heavens, Giver of Love and Passion, And He who strings the heart’s cords, Lead the Lovers this day, February ten plus four. The day during the month of two, When the date is the perfect number of God Greater two souls and two hearts. Some Loves are fleeting , But that which is built on you will never fail. So guide the Lovers to know what is to be. Your truths the Lovers’ mouths should speak, For Your truth is that which is honest to the heart. Only this, then, should pass over the red lips of the Lovers. Your art, the Lovers simply a medium. It is only with True Hearts that You can create a Masterpiece, So let the Lovers remember that their Soul’s Desire Is the one for which You light their Fire. And let it be You who creates the Art of the Lovers; The art of two into one.
Chaplain:
Father John Pirt 519-471-4220 X12
[email protected] Grand Knight: Brad Mahood 519-657-3285
[email protected] Deputy Gr. Knight: John Husband 519-645-0666
[email protected] Chancellor: Stan Draus 519-641-6979
[email protected] Financial Secretary: Jim Cookson 519-473-7289
[email protected] Advocate: Reg Robertson 519-471-8279
[email protected] Treasurer: Bill Strybosch 519-657-5457
[email protected] Recorder: Phil Valiquette 519-473-0782
[email protected] Warden: Michael Renaud 519-936-1535
[email protected] Lecturer: Stu Woods 519-471-6011
[email protected] Guard: Brian Sinasac 519-657-1358
[email protected] Guard: Herb Stockley 519-472-4851
[email protected] Guard: Paul Rybka 519-474-2435
[email protected] Trustee 1st year Gord DeVal 519-474-4463
[email protected] Trustee 2nd year John Renaud 519-473-3485
Amen.
BLUE JAY BASEBALL GAME. SATURDAY AUGUST 11, 2012. BLUE JAY’S VERSES NEW YORK YANKEES TICKETS ON SALE NOW !! CONTACT: BROTHER JIM COOKSON.
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Trustee 3rd year
Brian Galea 519-474-2740
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Bulletin Editor:
Tom Vermue 519-666-3515
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Brother Knights It is hard to believe that we are now into February and that the season of Lent in right around the corner. Ash Wednesday is fast approaching on the 22nd of February. I am not sure about you, but time seems to pass by so quickly! It would be good for each one of us to take some time prior to the 22nd to look seriously at our lives and come up with a plan for Lent this year. Often we first think about something we could give up for Lent, but I do not believe that this is truly the purpose of Lent. Lent is more about becoming a better person, so that, we can celebrate the Resurrection of Christ more fully. So maybe one of the best ways for this, would be to ask ourselves three questions: 1. If I could change one thing about myself, what would it be? 2. What is the first step to changing this in my life? 3. Would this change make me the person I would like to be on Easter? This could be the basis for our Lenten observance this year. The bottom line is, who do I want to be on Easter, so that I can enter into the resurrection more fully this year. Peace Father John
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ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DUES only 34% of our members have paid their $40.00 - 2012 dues. We kindly request that those who have not, send your cheque to the Financial Secretary or use the envelope in your Church Envelope box and put in the church collection basket or drop off at the church office. Jim Cookson, Financial Secretary, 398 Lansing Avenue, London, Ontario. N6K 2J3 Annual Membership Dues $40.00 52% is allocated to Supreme & State Supreme – Per Capita $3.50/member
District Deputy Gerrie Graat Message Bursary Program This year there will be five bursaries of $1000 awarded. To be eligible an applicant must be a member in good standing, a wife, son or daughter of a member in good standing or of a deceased member in good standing. The application must be submitted by 16 April 2012. More information can be obtained at WWW.ontariokofc.ca. This Program is funded by the Chaplains Bursary Fund Corpus. This in turn is funded by the “In Memoriam” Donation Program. You can order the “In memoriam” donation cards from the State Office or through the funeral homes. Leadership Camp This is a one week Camp available to students between 16 and 18 years at a cost of $25.00. It will be held from 20-25 August at Jericho House Port Colborne. Complete the application available at WWW.ontariokofc.ca/Leadership_ Camp.html. The Grand Knight’s signature is required on the application.
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Our Council retains $19.23/ member Ontario State – Per Capita $12.27/member Ontario State – Bulletin $2.00/ member
P ro c e e d u re f or Sic k or D e c e a s e d M e m be r s a nd t he ir Wiv e s Should a member, one of his immediate family or any relative be sick, either at home or in the hospital or shutin or should a member or his immediate family die – let the Council know so we may assist or visit. Please contact: Brother Jim Cookson 519-473-73-7289, Brother Dennis Mathews 519-472-8397, GK Brother Brad Mahood 519-657-3285
HAPPY BIRTHDAY BROTHERS! This month: John Cookson 3rd degree Paul Cookson 3rd degree Edward Divers 2nd degree Michael Jordan 1st degree Eugene McDonald 3rd degree Rick Mroz 3rd degree John O’Brien 3rd degree Paul Rybka 3rd degree Paul Terek 3rd degree Adrian Zanchetta 3rd degree
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CONGRATULATIONS To Brothers Edward Divers, Travis Einwiller and Jeremy Mahood who completed their journey to full Knighthood at the Third Degree exemplification held at Mary Immaculate on Sunday, January 22nd.
Thanks to District Deputy Gerrie Graat, FS Jim Cookson & GK Brad Mahood for accompanying them on their journey.
Upcoming “Degree” Ceremonies 1st and 2nd Degree - Sunday February 12th, 2012 Council 7570, All Saints Church - Strathroy Timing for these two Degrees are as follows: 1st Degree - Candidates Register at 1:00pm with the Degree starting at 1:30pm 2nd Degree - Candidates Register at 2:15pm with the Degree starting at 2:45pm If you are interested, please contact: Dennis Matthews, John Husband, Jim Cookson or Brad Mahood.
Special acknowledgement to Susan Einwiller who joined us for the dinner following the ceremony. The "rose among the thorns".
4th Degree – June 2nd, 2012 Four Points/ Sheraton – London.
Annual Membership Dues in the amount of $40.00 are payable now. Please forward your cheque to Jim Cookson, Financial Secretary, 398 Lansing Avenue, London, Ont. N6K 2J3 or drop off at St. George Church in the Knights mail slot behind the welcome desk.
We currently have 18 - 4th Degree members in our Council. Anyone of them would be happy to answers any questions or concerns you have concerning this year’s event.
Good of the Order Please keep these individuals in your Prayers Br. Ed St. Antoine’s sister Madeline who will be having an operation. Br. Patrick Noonan. Br. Ken Walsh’s bosses wife Maria who has breast cancer. Br. Jim & Annie Cookson. Br. Michael & Arlene Renaud & family – Michael’s mother has been ill. Br. David Williams & family Br. Stu & Eilene Woods Br. Gerrie & Oda Graat. Br. Tom Vermue & family – Tom’s oldest brother struggles with Parkinson’s. Br. Ray Mask – prayers for his wife Mary. Br. Karl Schauermann & family – for Karl’s sister. Br. Marvin & Linda Quenneville.
IN MEMORIAM P LEASE
KEEP THESE FAMILIES IN YOUR
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Mia – DD/ Brother Gerrie Graat’s sister died on February 3rd. Brother Fred Merlo – died on December 19th. Hector Lucier – died January 1st - brother to Annette & Reg Robertson. Mary Cashen – Died on December 14th. Wife of Brother Bob Cashen & mother of Brother Steve Cashen. Eternal rest, grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen
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PARISH BREAKFAST JANUARY 15TH. Some of our young parishioners helping out the Nights with breakfast preparation while earning some of their community hours, win-win. Gerrie Graat and Albino Ellul making sure tables are set just so.
Mike and Arlene Renaud preparing coffee.
Ken Walsh responding to customers need, his specialty.
Gerrie Graat, Ralph Fish along with students serving hungry customers.
Stan Draus makes up the cleaning crew.
The Council is supporting the St. George Confirmation Program by helping the children get volunteer hours. They have been doing a great job & the KofC are happy to have their help & support.
Paul Rybka and son helping out.
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Father John enjoying breakfast with parishioners.
Annual KofC Basketball Free Throw Competition. Council Competition (St. George & St. Theresa Schools) Held Friday January 27th Congratulations: Boys 9 years: Luke Reymer -St. Theresa Girls 9 years: Sara Arcese -St. George Boys 10 years: Reed Masterson -St. Theresa Girls 10 years: Francesca Tosso -St. George Boys 11 years: Sam Stanton -St. George Girls 11 years: Allison Bedard -St. George Boys 12 years: Cameron Kellet -St. George Girls 12 years: Claire Skubic -St. George Boys 13 years: Simba Chimhanda -St. Theresa Girls 13 years: Ranique Barel-Rutherford -St. Theresa District 49 Competition Held Friday February 3rd Congratulations: Francesco Tosso (10 year old) – St George. Sara Arcese (9 year old) – St. George. Sam Stanton (11 year old) – St. Theresa Simba Chimhanda (13 year old) – St. Theresa. Reed Masterson (10 year old) – St. Theresa. Special Thanks to Gerrie Graat & Jeremy Mahood for coordinating the program this year. Thank you to volunteers Cody Mahood, Stan Draus & Brittany Gildner (Jeremy Mahood’s girlfriend). Next round is the Regional Finals – March 3rd (STA High School). Good Luck !!
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KofC Super Bowl Sunday Big Event February 5th. Congratulations to Phil Valiquette, Dennis Matthews & Stu Woods for organizing a great event. Thank you for their support: Albert Crombleholm - Chilli Cook extraordinaire / Helpers - Gord DeVal, Ken Walsh, Reg Robertson & Peter Geraci.
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St. George Council #10843 20th Anniversary Dinner Friday October 26, 2012 Committee agreed to make this only a “dinner” & not make it a big event since it is only a 20th anniversary. It is expected a larger event would be planned for Council’s 25th anniversary. Expectation: 180 people. $25.00/ PP Dinner – catered event – Jim Cookson. Bar + License required – Stu Woods Option: bottle of wine on the table. Decorations (balloons/ flowers) – Jim Cookson. Photo/ video from past events – Stan Draus/ Tom Vermue. Guests: 4x Widows Fr. Rick Fr. Gary Sister Mary Elnin Fr John Fr. Francis Committee agreed – an all out effort should be made to approach members for this event. Encourage certainly “Charter Members”/ Past GK’s. Promotion of this event is important. Parish Bulletin Phone committee Monthly Council Bulletin (start promoting now !) Get members to approach other members to encourage attendance.
Greetings from Costa Rica. “Y our e di tor h ard at work. ”
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