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For Immediate Release - 12/09/07
Council 4828 Fall Newsletter Available OnLine

Br. Knights, The Winter edition of Council 4828's quarterly newsletter, Oasis Knightline, is now available through the Council's web site. The newsletter is available as a 6-page MS-Word document, a 6-page Acrobat PDF file, or as 6 individual Acrobat PDF files. Our newsletter Sponsor's Page is also available in Acrobat PDF format.

In addition, the several other pages/links of the web-site, including the Council Activities, Council Officer's page, and the Council History page, have been given a long-needed update.

The specific links are as follows:

Council Web site: http://www.kofc4828.org

Overall newsletter MS-Word format: http://www.kofc4828.org/Winter-2007-(color).doc

Overall newsletter PDF format: http://www.kofc4828.org/Winter-2007.pdf

For Immediate Release - 12/09/07
Articles for Silver Knight Due

Brother Knights and Ladies, I announced at the Midyear meeting; All articles for the Silver Knight State Bulletin are due by the first weekend of January 2008 and I will accept articles till January 15, 2008. No late articles will be accepted after January 15, 2008. All Nevada Knights may submit a article for the Silver Knight State Bulletin.

The Theme for this year's Silver Knight is "Aiding our Parish Priests in Building a Culture of Catholic Family Life." So Grand Knights are asked to write articles expressing how their council aid their Priests and their parish community in building a Culture of Catholic Family Life.

All articles should be about something significant that the council membership participates in for the betterment of the parish community in one of the five Surge... with Service! committees, 'Church, Community, Council, Family, Youth.' I am looking for articles of Nevada Knights in Action! You may also send a photo if you have one. I am also looking for articles from Nevada Ladies Auxiliaries, as well as articles from all Brother Knights in leadership rolls and at all levels. Thank you.

Please submit all articles and photos to:
Patrick Sullivan, State Admin. Asst./Public Relations Chairman
1726 Duarte DR
Henderson, NV 89014
phone: (702) 434-8536 email: kofcpat@earthlink.net

Vivat Jesus!

For Immediate Release - 12/06/07
Mother Seton Council 11029 - Date for December Business Meeting

The December Business Meeting for Council 11029 will be held at Mother Seton Church Parish Hall at 6:30 pm on Wednesday, December 12th.

The date and starting time for Council 11029's Business Meetings for the rest of Fraternal Year 2007-2008 will vary. Therefore, I will send you an email each month with the actual date and starting time for the Business Meetings. Thank you very much.

Tom Habermas, Grand Knight, Council 11029

For Immediate Release - 12/06/07
In our thoughts and prayers

Fellow Knights and Ladies, As we are all enjoying the Christmas spirit with our families and friends as well as fellow Brothers, I would ask that we please keep in our thoughts and prayers the servicemen and women as well as their families.

It is a Christmas with little joy for them as their wives, husbands and children, Mom and Dads are faced with worry and uncertainty this holiday season.

I would ask that we also keep in our thoughts and prayers our Police, Firefighters, Paramedics and ER crews as their load always increases on the holidays. If you happen to see one , tell him or her that you appreciate what they all do for us.

Please also remember the less fortunate, the homeless, those who probe won't receive gifts or cheer, those who will be lucky to get in one of the shelters in town or get a hot meal. The sick the elderly, the kids who don't have a Mom or Dad. Remember, Charity!!

This Saturday Dec. 8th is also the day we celebrate the Immaculate Conception of the Holy Mary. This a Holy Day of Obligation in observance of the Advent Season.

Most importantly; Lets also keep our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in Christmas...

Yours in Christ,

Ray Foster PGK
State Church Director

For Immediate Release - 11/09/07
State Soccer Champions Announced ...more than 100 children participate!

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton student Tony Pitaro is more than a state champion - he's a state record holder. Pitaro, 11, posted the best score in Knights of Columbus soccer challenge history for a male competitor on Oct. 20 at the state event. Representing Mother Seton Council No. 11029, Pitaro scored on 19 of his 25 kicks for a record 185 points and the state title. He is one of nine state champions in the event's third year. Several councils statewide have sponsored the event the past two years, but this fall marked the first time it was competed at the state level.

Six of the nine champions are from council No. 1340 in the Ely area. The group is highlighted by McKenna Windows, the champion in the 10-year-old division, who posted 200 points in the district event - the best score in state history for a girl.

Rosary council No. 3741 of Henderson had two champions, Francheska Lozano and Brandy Huff, and continues to be the model council for this event. Annually, they have 50 to 60 children participating.

Special thanks to Harry Rhea, Past Grand Knight of Sacred Heart Council in Ely, and his crew for making this a true state event. The brothers in Northern Nevada had 28 participants and conducted council, regional and state competitions. Also, thanks to Grand Knight Tom Habermas of Mother Seton Council and District Deputy No. 7 Dave Briggs for their help during the state event in Southern Nevada.

The challenge featured 120 participants, ages 10 to 14, throughout the state. That's an amazing showing considering the event is still in its infancy. I anticipate more children competing in upcoming years, especially with brothers like Habermas and Rhea leading the way.

A list of champions is below. Trophies will be presented to Grand Knights at the mid-year meeting in Reno.

Boys
10 - Cole James Evers, Ely, 135 points
11 - Tony Pitaro, Las Vegas, 185 points --- STATE RECORD
12 - Edward Pyeatt, Ely, 70 points
13 - Tyler Brunson, McGill, 145 points
14 - no participants

Girls
10 - McKenna Windows, Ely, 130 points
11 - Kamber Carson, McGill, and Kristina Crowther, Ely, 165 points - Co-champions
12 - Francheska Lozano, Las Vegas, 125 points
13 - Brandy Huff, Henderson, 175 points
14 - no participants

VIVAT JESUS!

Ray Brewer, State Youth Director
Knights of Columbus / Nevada State Council

For Immediate Release - 11/06/07
Veteran's day flag ceremonies

Monsignor Lambe Assembly in honor of Veteran's day will hold a flag folding ceremony with instruction followed by a flag retirement ceremony, Saturday, November 10th at the north end of the St. Francis de Sales parking lot.

The ceremonies will start at 9:00am with gathering at 8:30am in Holly Hall.

Regalia requested if available. Tuxedos with social baldric requested but optional.

Everyone is invited, including family and friends. Robert Dorsey, FN

For Immediate Release - 10/30/07
Council #12543 Membership Blitz / looking for volunteers

Holy Apostles Council #12543 will be having a BLITZ on November 3-4, 2007 at St. James the Apostle Catholic Church located at 1920 N. Martin Luther King Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89106.

DGK John Holmberg will be looking for volunteers to assist after all masses. Mass schedules are: Saturday 5:30 PM (Bilingual Spanish), Sunday 8 & 11 AM (Gospel Mass), 2 PM (Bilingual Filipino).

Please contact DGK John Holmberg at (702) 413-9960 for those Brothers that wish to help.

Fraternally, Ray Gardea DD#5

For Immediate Release - 10/30/07
Supreme News Release: Knights of Columbus insurance in force tops $65 billion

(NEW HAVEN, CT) - The Knights of Columbus insurance program passed a major milestone today, when total insurance in force exceeded $65 billion for the first time. The Order was established in 1882 as a fraternal benefit society, and one of its primary aims was to enable its members to protect their families with life insurance. The amount of Knights of Columbus life insurance in force has doubled in the past decade, from $32.9 billion in 1997 to $65 billion today.

The Knights of Columbus now has over $14 billion in assets and more than 1.8 million life, annuity and long-term care policies in force, and ranks in the Fortune 1000 list of America's largest companies. It is one of only six insurance companies in North America to receive the highest possible rating from both Standard & Poor's (AAA) and A.M. Best (A++), and certification of ethical business practices from the Insurance Marketplace Standards Association (IMSA).

Supreme Knight and CEO Carl A. Anderson said that surpassing the $65 billion milestone "is solid evidence of our faithfulness to the vision of our founder, Fr. Michael J. McGivney, and a real tribute to our force of more than 1,300 field agents who have dedicated their careers to helping our members build a rock solid foundation on which to provide financial protection to their families."

The Knights of Columbus has more than 1.7 million members worldwide, in more than 13,000 local and state councils and fourth degree assemblies. Last year, members donated more than 68 million hours of volunteer time and $143 million to charitable causes.

Tuesday, October 30, 2007

Knights of Columbus | One Columbus Plaza | New Haven | CT | 06510

For Immediate Release - 10/26/07
For Immediate Release / Jerald Pitzer Agency

Brother Knights and their families,

Robert Hunt is no longer an agent with the Knights of Columbus.

If anybody has any insurance questions or needs please call the Jerald Pitzer Agency at 760-930-4304.

Thanks you, Jerry Pitzer General Agent Jerald.Pitzer@kofc.org

For Immediate Release - 10/24/07
Midyear Meeting Arrangements

Worthy State Officers, General Agents, Directors, Chairmen, FA's, DD’s, GK’s, FS’s and PSD’s,

The 2007 – 2008 Midyear Meeting & PSD Banquet will be held at the Reno Sparks Convention Center. The Business Meetings will be held December 1st, and 2nd, 2007 in Room A13. & The PSD Banquet will be held Saturday Evening December 1st in Room A4. Both are located on the ground floor of the Convention Center. Midyear Agenda, including Times and Mass is forthcoming.

Note for Airplane Travelers: Please Book Your Return Flight for after 12:00pm on Sunday.

Hotel Room arrangements have been made with the Atlantis Casino Resort & Spa.
Room reservations must be made by October 31, 2007 to guarantee the group rate and room availability. For room reservations call Atlantis Casino Resort & Spa 1-800-723-6500
Use Group Code: 'Knights of Columbus'
Group rates are $79 (+tax) for Friday (11/30/07) and Saturday (12/1/07)
Check-in: 3:00pm Check-Out: 11:00am
'Reservations made after October 31, 2007 is based on availability.'

Lunch and Banquet reservations MUST BE MADE by November 17, 2007. For Reservations Contact State Secretary, John O’Rourke 702-256-8684 or jvo1944@cox.net

Thank you, Paul Dendary, State Deputy
Tel: (702) 871-6768 Email: pdendary@cox.net

For Immediate Release - 10/21/07
PRO-LIFE MASS FOR OCTOBER. (10/30/07)

Worthy Knights and Ladies, Tuesday, October 30th 2007, there will be a Pro-Life Mass, held at St. Bridgets Catholic Church at 6:00 pm, services will be held in the Chapel behind the Church. All are strongly encouraged to make plans to attend as your help is needed. Also, if your from out of town and in the Las Vegas area please come join fellow Brothers in prayer for the unborn as life is precious. St . Bridgets Catholic Church is located at, 220 N. 14th Street, Las Vegas, Nevada.

Yours in Christ, Ray Foster , PGK State Church Director

For Immediate Release - 10/18/07
PSA: SERRA CLUB ALTAR SERVERS BBQ & UNR FOOTBALL GAME

RSVP DEADLINE OCTOBER 19th FOR ALTAR SERVERS BBQ AND UNR FOOTBALL GAME
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JUST A REMINDER...... HAVE YOU MADE CONTACT WITH YOUR PARISH TO ASSIST IN HELPING YOUR PARISH ALTAR SERVERS IN ATTENDING THE SERRA CLUB ANNUAL BBQ AND UNR FOOTBALL GAME?? DETAILS BELOW:
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Grand Knights, Council Officers, District Deputies, and Brothers; For many years the Serra Club International has enjoyed a special association with the Knights of Columbus in Northern Nevada on help with their annual Altar Servers Picnic.

We are once again asked to help make this special event available to the youth in our Parishes, by helping as Parish contact coordinators, chaperones, and the transportation link. Please see the attached flyer and RSVP form, for this special day that starts with an Outdoor Mass followed by Fun Games, BBQ, and UNR Football Game on October 27.

Your Parish Pastor, Parish Altar Servers Coordinator, and/or Catholic School will also receive notification of the Altar Servers Picnic. Be sure to work with your Parish Staff on assisting them in giving every Altar Server in your Parish the opportunity to attend.

As with all other youth sponsored events, please check the Diocesan and Parish rules regarding “Protecting God’s Children” certification. The State Council recently sent out an e-mail on the Diocese Policy on this certification. This e-mail can be obtained through the State Advocate, Brother Jim Kelly by sending an e-mail to: Jimngbh@hotmail.com

If you would like to help the Serra Club by assisting with cooking, games, set-up and clean-up, please contact Brother Jim Toner, Serra Club Past President at: caritas01@charter.net

Fraternally Yours; Sent by Brother Russ Fromherz per the request of Brother Jim Toner

Open <<2007_Server_Letter.doc>>
Open <<2007_Picnic_Questionnaire.doc>>
Open <<Sample_Insert_for_Parish_Bulletin.doc>>

For Immediate Release - 10/16/07
Mentally Challenged Drive– Follow-Up

Attn: DD's, GK's, and FS,s

The 2007 Drive to support the Mentally Challenged – the Tootsie Roll Drive

The Tootsie Rolls are delivered. Many drives have already started. Now it’s almost time for the reporting. The forms you need to report the results of your drive are on the State website, under ‘For Officers’. The forms you will need are the Council reporting form and the Council charity form. On the reporting form, you will account for your expenses and for the donations you collected. On the charities form, you will list the charities you support and the amounts you will donate to each. Both forms should be filled out and sent, along with your check, to the address on the form. In return, you will receive checks from the State Council made out to each charity. You are responsible for distribution of the checks to your charities.

Special Olympics. All Councils participating in the Tootsie Roll Drive contribute to Special Olympics in two ways: in money and in man-hours. Twenty percent of the funds we collect is held by the State Council and is presented as a consolidated gift to Nevada Special Olympics. On the man-hours side, Councils should keep track of and report 20% of the man-hours expended in the Tootsie Roll drive on their annual report #4584. These hours should appear in paragraph 1, under state games/events.

Councils that directly support Special Olympics in other ways should continue to account for these money and man-hour contributions as they normally do.

Thank you for your continuing and enthusiastic support of our statewide program.

Allan Korejwo, State Community Director

For Immediate Release - 10/14/07
Council 4828 Fall Newsletter Available OnLine

Br. Knights, The Fall edition of Council 4828's quarterly newsletter, Oasis Knightline, and it is now available through the Council's web site. The newsletter is available as a 5-page MS-Word document, a 5-page Acrobat PDF file, or as 5 individual Acrobat PDF files. Our newsletter Sponsor's Page is also available in Acrobat PDF format.

The specific links are as follows:
Council Web site: http://www.kofc4828.org

Overall newsletter MS-Word format: http://www.kofc4828.org/Fall-2007-(color).doc
Overall newsletter PDF format: http://www.kofc4828.org/Fall-2007.pdf

Page 1 PDF format: http://www.kofc4828.org/Fall-2007-1.pdf
Page 2 PDF format: http://www.kofc4828.org/Fall-2007-2.pdf
Page 3 PDF format: http://www.kofc4828.org/Fall-2007-3.pdf
Page 4 PDF format: http://www.kofc4828.org/Fall-2007-4.pdf
Page 5 PDF format: http://www.kofc4828.org/Fall-2007-5.pdf

Sponsors Page PDF format: http://www.kofc4828.org/Sponsors.pdf

Jim Shurtliff, Financial Secretary Fallon Council 4828

For Immediate Release - 10/09/07
Come join in praying the Holy Rosary - St. Elizabeth Ann Seton/Mater Dei Chapel

In Celebration of the 90th Anniversary of Our Lady's Appearance at Fatima, Knights of Columbus Council 11029 And Ladies Auxiliary Invite you to join us in praying the Holy Rosary before the Blessed Sacrament On Saturday October 13th at 9:00 A.M. in the Mater Dei Chapel at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton.

Deacon Frank Pemper will preside at Benediction, give a brief talk on the importance of Fatima today and present the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Holy Rosary.

As our Blessed Mother exhorts us to pray the Rosary daily, all are most welcome and encouraged to attend!

For more information, please contact Council 11029 Church Director, Greg Lamatrice, @ cd11029@gmail.com or 702.858.6440.

For Immediate Release - 10/09/07
Special Olympics Nevada is asking for Volunteer help on 2 Golf Tournaments

Brother Knights and Ladies, Special Olympics Nevada is asking the State Council for volunteers to help on 2 Golf Tournaments coming up, the first on Monday, Oct 29 and the second on Saturday, Nov 10, 2007. In the Spirit of Charity and Unity, the first two virtues of the Knight of Columbus... we are sharing this request with the Nevada Knights membership, and ask all who can find the time to volunteer for one or both of these events, to please do so..

We thank you in advance and know you will find the experience fun and rewarding. -Please See Event Information Below. Thank you.

Fraternally, Jim McClusky, PGK Special Olympics Chairman
Tel: (702) 346-2436 ajmmclus@cascadeaccess.com

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The First Event: '7th Annual Pulte Golf Tournament' Monday, Oct 29, 2007 @ The Revere Golf Club, 2600 Hampton Road, Henderson, Nevada 89052. (72 course volunteers needed. 10 am start time....4 pm end (approximately)

The 7th Annual Pulte Golf Tournament is a fund-raiser that is driven by Pulte Homes. The first round of invitees are vendors and partners of Pulte Homes but it is open to anyone. This is a Golf-Auction-Dinner event that is targeted to Gross $250K and it is Special Olympics Nevada's largest single fundraising event to support all SONV activities statewide.

On the website, www.sonv.org you will find event information and downloadable registration forms, donation forms, etc. You may reference them if you wish. We have multiple on-course contests, giveaways and fun holes. One such hole is where a Special Olympics Nevada golfer on the green takes a shot for the teams (this is where the chaperon volunteer comes into play). The volunteers will take the course at 10:15 am to be ready for the shot-gun start of golfers.

The point of contact, directions to event, meeting place and other information will be dispensed as it is developed. At the present time we need to register volunteers who are committed to help on Monday, October 29 from 10 am to 4 pm. Orientation will be at 10 am where hole assignments and instructions will be given. A t-shirt and lunch on the course will be provided. Please do not wear denim.

To volunteer please contact Melva Coburn at Special Olympics Nevada by phone or email. Please remember to Identify your with the Knights of Columbus. Thank you.

Melva Coburn Administrative Assistant
Special Olympics Nevada
5670 Wynn Road, Ste. H (1 block N of Russell Rd & 1 block W of Valley View)
Las Vegas, NV 89118
PH: (702) 474-0690 x201 / Toll free: 877/417-2742
FAX: (702) 474-0694 / E-mail: Melva@sonv.org

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The Second Event: 'Southern Nevada Golf Regionals 2007' Saturday, Nov 10, 2007 @ Black Mountain Golf and Country Club, 500 Greenway Road, Henderson, Nevada 89015. (10 volunteers needed. 8 am start time....noon end (approximately) This event would involve working directly with athletes.

Southern Nevada Golf Regionals 2007
Date:               November 10, 2007 (Saturday)
Time:              8:00 am to noon
Location:        Black Mountain Golf and Country Club, 500 Greenway, Henderson
Number of Volunteers needed: 10
Jobs:              Recorders, Starters, Escorts, Award workers.

Training and assignments will be made on the course. This event would involve working directly with athletes.

What to Where: SONV will provide a t-shirt. Please do not wear denim.   Wear sports shoes and bring a jacket in case it gets windy.

To volunteer please contact Melva Coburn at Special Olympics Nevada by phone or email. Please remember to Identify your with the Knights of Columbus. Thank you.

Melva Coburn Administrative Assistant
Special Olympics Nevada
5670 Wynn Road, Ste. H (1 block N of Russell Rd & 1 block W of Valley View)
Las Vegas, NV 89118
PH: (702) 474-0690 x201 / Toll free: 877/417-2742
FAX: (702) 474-0694 / E-mail: Melva@sonv.org

Note to volunteers: To help the State Council keep track of volunteer & hours, Please send a note to Special Olympics Chairman Jim McClusky by email ajmmclus@cascadeaccess.com or call him at (702) 346-2436. Please include the number of volunteers in your family and the name of the event.     Thank you.

For Immediate Release - 10/03/07
Business Meetings/Mother Seton Council #11029 - Update

Brother Knights, The date and starting time for Council 11029's Business Meetings for the rest of Fraternal Year 2007-2008 will vary. Therefore, I will send you (the State Council) an email each month with the actual date and starting time for the Business Meetings.
For October, Council 11029's Business Meeting will start at 7:00 PM on October 18.

VIVAT JESUS! Tom Habermas Grand Knight, Council 11029

For Immediate Release - 10/03/07
CORPORATE COMMUNION - OCT. 7

Fellow Knights and Ladies, Sunday, October 7th at 8:00am There will be a Corporate Communion held at St.Christopher's Catholic Church. All Knights and their families are welcome to come and worship and enjoy fellowship with Brother Knights and their families.
Coffee and doughnuts will be served after each Mass by the Knights of Columbus.

Yours in Christ, Ray Foster PGK State Church Director

For Immediate Release - 10/03/07
Memo: FIRST SATURDAY'S MASS SERVICES FOR OCTOBER

Fellow Knights and Ladies, Saturday, October 6th 2007 first Saturdays Mass services will be held at St.Bridget Catholic Church at 9:00 am. All Brother Knights and their families are encouraged to attend. St. Bridget Catholic Church is located at 230 North 14th street near the corner of Stewart street.

Your is Christ, Ray Foster PGK State Church Director

For Immediate Release - 10/02/07
Memo: Knights of Columbus state soccer challenge set

District Deputies, Grand Knights and Brother Knights, The Knights of Columbus will host its first-ever state soccer challenge on Saturday, October 27 at 1 p.m. at the St. Viator soccer fields. The school is located on Flamingo Road and Eastern Avenue, two miles west of the U.S. 95 exit at Flamingo.

Council winners — the council competitions should have conducted by the end of September — are eligible and encouraged to participate. A parent or guardian must accompany each child.

Grand Knights and council youth directors are responsible for informing council winners of the state event. They should also bring each child’s score sheet.

Obviously, this will strictly be a Southern Nevada event. Totals from council competitions in Northern Nevada will be factored in when determining state champions.

Please don’t hesitate contacting me with questions. I can be reached at ray.brewer@hbcpub.com, 702-812-4926 or 702-501-2389. I will be counting on several brothers to be in attendance for the event to lend a helping hand.

Raymond Brewer, State Youth Director

For Immediate Release - 09/30/07
PSA: Public Square Rosary Campaign/Reno

Announcing the 2007…
Public Square Rosary Campaign

At Fatima, Portugal, the Mother of God asked us to pray the Rosary, do penance, and amend our lives. Did we listen? Not really. Let’s start a new moral crusade. Take the Rosary off the rearview mirror and start praying. It’s time for a Public Square Rosary Campaign!

Come and pray the Rosary. Let’s honor the 90^thAnniversary of Our Lady of Fatima's apparition, 1917-2007. Remember: There will be no peace in our lives or in society unless we honor God and obey His law.

What: The Holy Rosary
Where: Westend Women's Medical Group (5915 Tyrone Road at the Intersection of Meadow wood Lane and Tyrone Road in Reno)
When: Saturday October 13th 2007
Time: 10:00AM and again at 6:00PM.

We Need Knights and family to come out to say the rosary each time... Realize that 2nd and 3rd degree are the same day, So what about Women's auxiliaries and families! We Need People There!! For more information, contact: Donna Kelly;
e-mail: jimngbh@hotmail.com Tel: (775) 827-1901

Coordinated nationally by Tradition Family Property and its America Needs Fatima campaign
E-mail: publicrosary@TFP.org | Web: www.TFP.org | Phone: 1-866-584-6012

For Immediate Release - 09/30/07
Pizza party for veterans at veterans home in Boulder City

Worthy Sirs' The Knights of Columbus, and the Catholic War Veterans have been asked to host a Pizza Party for our Veterans living the in Veterans home in Boulder City on December 7th. We hosted this affair last year, and it was very successful. I would appreciate it if I could have a representative from each assembly in this area, meet with me on October 16th at Holy Family Church, 4490 Mountain Vista St, Las Vegas at 7P.M.

There are 177 patrons living in this home. 44 are females. We have sufficient lead time in which we can make this affair something very special for these people.

-Kay DeNeal, VAVS Representative.

For Immediate Release - 09/28/07
PSA: Octoberfest

Octoberfest
Our Lady of Wisdom Church
2120 Lindel Road

Friday October 5th - 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Saturday October 6th - Noon to 9:00 pm
Sunday October 7th - Noon to 9:00 pm

Live Autobond Band - Polka Music & Dancing - German, Italian, & Polish Sausage .
Come Celebrate With Us!

For Immediate Release - 09/24/07
PSA: St. Elizabeth's 25-45 Singles Group

Fellow Knights and Ladies in the Las Vegas area, St. Elizabeth Ann Seaton Catholic Church hosts a 25-45 Singles group. It is an organization where responsible single Catholics, ages 25 - 45, can come together & form friendships while participating in activities like hiking, dinner's, dancing, sporting events, small group prayer meetings & community service projects.

For more information call, voice mail 228-8311 Ext. 7334

Yours in Chirst, Ray Foster PGK State Church Director

For Immediate Release - 09/13/07
PSA: Pro-Life Rosary recording in Reno - Sep. 19

Brother Knights and all Catholic families, Bishop Randolph Calvo invites you to join him in praying a special Pro-Life Rosary that will be broadcast many times on Immaculate Heart Radio in Reno, including during the annual Respect Life Procession in downtown Reno. We'll pray this Rosary at Saint Thomas Aquinas Cathedral, Arlington and Second Street, Wednesday morning September 19th at 10:30. Mark your calendar! Immaculate Heart Radio will be there, recording this Rosary for broadcast. Please join us!

For Immediate Release - 09/11/07
PSA: October-Fest at Our Lady of Wisdom Church

Father Francis Vivona would like to cordially invite all Knights and their families to attend "OCTOBER-FEST" @ Our Lady of Wisdom Church, 2120 Lindell Road, Las Vegas

October 5th, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
October 6th, 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm
October 5th, 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm

LIVE POLKA MUSIC - DANCING - FOOD

Vivat Jesus! Robert K. Dorsey

For Immediate Release - 09/7/07
Supreme News Release: Supreme Knight comments on UK hybrid embryos

Barbaric Britain

New Haven, CT - September 7, 2007- "The decision by Great Britain's Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority to permit the cloning of hybrid embryos - part human and part animal - represents a staggering descent toward high-tech barbarism," Supreme Knight Carl A. Anderson said today.

"It is a shocking assault on the fundamental dignity of the human person, and the utilitarian excuse given for the decision is emblematic of the utterly amoral 'standards' that some in the scientific community are all too willing to apply in the field of stem cell research," Anderson continued. "It is nonsense to claim that, having crossed the momentous threshold of creating human/animal hybrids, it will be somehow possible to control it with 'caution and careful scrutiny.' Worst of all, the decision is driven by a grudging recognition that the appetite of some stem cell researchers for human embryos far exceeds the number that they can obtain from fertility clinics. And so British researchers will now be permitted to compound one horror - experimentation on live embryonic human beings - with another: the creation of human/animal hybrids."

The Knights of Columbus, with more than 1.7 million members worldwide, is among the most active pro-life groups in the U.S., Canada and other countries, and provides substantial support for the National Catholic Bioethics Center as well as for a wide variety of pro-life groups and projects.

Knights of Columbus
Communications Department
communications@kofc.org

Knights of Columbus | One Columbus Plaza | New Haven | CT | 06510

For Immediate Release - 09/05/07
Knights of Columbus World Day of Prayer of Peace Sept. 11th

Worthy Knights and Ladies, During his recent visit to Assisito celebrate the 800th anniversary of St. Francis' conversion, Pope Benedict XVI called for all people to become "instruments of peace through thousands of small gestures in their daily lives. "The annual Knights of Columbus World Day of Prayer for Peace, to be held this coming September the 11th, fulfills this request by forming "small gestures" of Knights throughout the Order into a powerful offering of prayer for peace.

This September the 11th marks the sixth anniversary of the terrorist attacks on the United States. As we recall the tragic events of six years ago, and honor the thousands who lost their lives, we also pray for peace among nations, especially in those places where war or turmoil persist. We pray that religion will be a means of peace and accord and not an excuse for violence and division.

Thus all Grand Knights as well as Faithful Navigators are urged to plan ahead for this event and hold an appropriate private prayer service in your church , Council or Assembly meetings, or a war memorial, or a park where there is a US flag.

Supreme Council also offers a day of prayer poster ( #9483) and prayer cards (#9484). to order materials , you can download the form on the Supreme Council Web site < www.kofc.org > under the "for members" link.

Yours in Christ,
Ray Foster PGK
State Church Director
rayfosterkofc@yahoo.com

For Immediate Release - 08/26/07
Memo: Pro Life Services Aug. 28 th 2007

Worthy Knights and Ladies, August 28th, 2007 at 6:00pm there will be Pro-Life services held at St. Bridget's Catholic Church. Services will be held at the chapel on West 14th and Ogden.

Again worthy Knights I stress that all who can come and pray with fellow Brothers and their families in support of Life in all stages, please do so. My fellow Brothers this is VERY important!!!

So please make plans to attend. This again is our duty, not only as Knights, but as Catholics and Human beings.

Yours in Christ,

Ray Foster, PGK
State Church Director
rayfosterkofc@yahoo.com

For Immediate Release - 08/24/07
Supreme Knight's book club chat Thursday!

Supreme Knight's Book Club Tuesday, August 28
By Their Works: Profiles of Men of Faith Who Made a Difference

Join Supreme Knight Carl A. Anderson at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 28 for an online discussion of By Their Works: Profiles of Men of Faith Who Made a Difference. The book features stories of more than 60 Knights from the Order's founding to the present day, who lived out their vocation as Knights in a unique and inspiring way. You'll meet Knights like Connie Mack, Babe Ruth, Joyce Kilmer, Al Smith, Myles Connolly and John F. Kennedy.

You can submit a question about the book now.

McKillop honored by President

Harry McKillop, one of the Knights featured in By Their Works, was honored by President Bush on August 20. The President presented McKillop with the Secretary of Defense Medal for Exceptional Public Service. Harry McKillop spent many years locating and bringing home American POWs during and after the Vietnam War. After the fall of Saigon, he organized the rescue of 170 Nung Vietnamese who had escaped to China's High Island. Even today, McKillop continues to pursue additional leads of POWs, including eight men who he believes are still alive from the Vietnam War.

Read the Dallas Morning News story about McKillop's award.

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Communications Department
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For Immediate Release - 08/24/07
Knights of Columbus announces new Vantage annuity

Knights of Columbus announces new annuity product
Vantage offers safety of principal and fixed-rate guarantees

New Haven, CT - In a continuing effort to offer its members and their families convenient, reliable, and stable ways to enhance their financial security, the Knights of Columbus has introduced a new annuity product: the Vantage Single Premium Deferred Annuity.

Vantage is designed to provide Knights with a safe and simple way to save for retirement. It features a lifetime minimum rate of return as well as a five-year guaranteed interest rate from date of issue. Additionally, after the first year of the contract, Vantage owners may withdraw up to 10% of the policy value annually without penalty.

"Vantage combines the advantages of fixed-rate guarantees with the security of principal that only a top-rated life insurer like the Knights of Columbus can provide," said Supreme Knight Carl A. Anderson. "What's more, with Vantage, our members can provide themselves an income stream that they cannot outlive."

The Vantage annuity will appeal to members who seek to defer taxes on their retirement savings, or to preserve the tax-favored status of IRA and RRSP proceeds. Unlike many savings plans provided by commercial banks, a Vantage annuity offers a guaranteed lifetime minimum interest rate.

Other Knighs of Columbus Products

Vantage is just one of many products offered by the Knights of Columbus, which has consistently achieved the highest ratings for financial stability from both Standard & Poor's (AAA) and A.M. Best Co. (A++), as well as certification from the Insurance Marketplace Standards Association for ethical business practices.

To learn more about the Vantage Single Premium Deferred Annuity, or any of the other Knights of Columbus life insurance, long-term care, or annuity products, contact your local professional field agent or visit www.kofc.org.

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Communications Department
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Knights of Columbus
Insurance Department
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For Immediate Release - 08/24/07
2Nd & 3Rd Degree Sept. 8 at Sam's Town

DD#7 Dave Briggs has gone all out to make the upcoming 2Nd & 3Rd Degree a special day for all who will attend.

1St, He scheduled the degree at Sam's Town.

2Nd, He selected the Italian buffet for dinner. This is virtually the same selection all who attended the State Convention were so pleased.

3Rd, Dave is pulling this one off at $20 per person. He's jumped through hoops to get this done.

HOWEVER, TO MAKE THIS WORK, WE NEED A MINIMUM OF 50 IN ATTENDANCE; otherwise the cost will increase by $3. a person.

Please, let's put together a large class; and contact everyone who you would consider attending.

Help make this a success. Make reservations with Dave at dmbpi@aol.com or call Dave at 702-283-3571.

Vivat Jesus!

Art Durazzi
District #7 Recruitment Chair

For Immediate Release - 07/09/07
Council 10780 Pahrump meeting date has been changed.

Due to a family emergency the regularly scheduled General Membership meeting on July 11Th has been changed. The meeting will take place on Wednesday July 25Th, at 6:30pm in the old church office. This office is located directly behind Our Lady of the Valley Church, Pahrump.

Vivat Jesus! James J. Lynch, GK Council 10780

For Immediate Release - 07/09/07
Supreme News Release: Fr. Brunetta is new Director of Catholic Information Service

Fr. Juan-Diego Brunetta is new Director of Knights'
Catholic Information Service

New Haven, CT - July 9, 2007 - Supreme Knight Carl A. Anderson announced today that Fr. Juan-Diego Brunetta, O.P., has been appointed Director of the Knights of Columbus Catholic Information Service.

Fr. Brunetta, 41, was ordained in 2001, and holds a doctorate in canon law from The Catholic University of America. He also holds a bachelor's degree in biology from St. Joseph University in Philadelphia and a master's degree in religious studies from Providence College. He succeeds Fr. Gabriel O'Donnell, O.P., who became Vice President and Academic Dean at the Dominican House of Studies in Washington, D.C. earlier this year. Fr. O'Donnell will remain the postulator for the cause for sainthood of Fr. Michael J. McGivney, the founder of the Knights of Columbus.

"I'm very excited about working at CIS," Fr. Brunetta said. "It's perfectly positioned to respond to the late Holy Father John Paul II's invitation to engage in a new evangelization. It's a special pleasure to build on the work of Fr. O'Donnell, Fr. John Farren and the other wonderful priests who have headed this program over the years."

Fr. Brunetta is a Third Degree Knight, and for the past three years has served as Associate State Chaplain of the Connecticut State Council. He also served as Chaplain to Catholic University of America Council 9542 while he was completing his doctoral studies at CUA. He is the oldest of four brothers, and was born in Vineland, New Jersey. His father recently retired as Chief of Police there, after 43 years in law enforcement.

Supreme Knight Anderson said that "the Order is very fortunate indeed to have Fr. Brunetta join us as head of the Catholic Information Service. He brings a wealth of knowledge, faith and enthusiasm to the program, and I know that Knights and Catholics generally will be much more able to understand and to promote their faith in the years to come because of his efforts."

The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest family fraternal organization, with more than 1.7 million members in the U.S., Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean, the Philippines and in Poland. Last year, Knights of Columbus donated more than $143 million and over 68 million hours of volunteer service to charity.

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Department of Communications
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For Immediate Release - 07/04/07
Council 4828 Summer Newsletter Available OnLine

Br. Knights, The Summer edition of Council 4828's quarterly newsletter, Oasis Knightline, and our 2007/2008 activity calendar are now available through the Council's web site. The newsletter is available as a 6-page MS-Word document, a 6-page Acrobat PDF file, or as 6 individual Acrobat PDF files. Our newsletter Sponsor's Page and the Activity Calendar are also available in Acrobat PDF format. Remember to go to the web site and print yourself a copy of the Activity Calendar to reference throughout the year.

The specific links are as follows:
Council Web site: http://www/kofc4828.org

Activity Calendar PDF format: http://www.kofc4828.org/Calendar_07-08.PDF

Overall newsletter MS-Word format: http://www.kofc4828.org/Summer-2007-(color).doc

Overall newsletter PDF format: http://www.kofc4828.org/Summer-2007.pdf

Page 1 PDF format: http://www.kofc4828.org/Summer-2007-1.pdf
Page 2 PDF format: http://www.kofc4828.org/Summer-2007-2.pdf
Page 3 PDF format: http://www.kofc4828.org/Summer-2007-3.pdf
Page 4 PDF format: http://www.kofc4828.org/Summer-2007-4.pdf
Page 5 PDF format: http://www.kofc4828.org/Summer-2007-5.pdf
Page 6 PDF format: http://www.kofc4828.org/Summer-2007-6.pdf

Sponsors Page PDF format: http://www.kofc4828.org/Sponsors.pdf

Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828

For Immediate Release - 07/04/07
Military Knights in Action July 2007 Newsletter

Some recognition for Nevada!!

Please see Military Knights in Action July Newsletter 2007.(PDF)

The newsletter shows Brother Kevin Fromherz is prominently reflected in the Knights in the Field section.

Our Brothers in the Military, their families and retired military can receive this monthly electronic bulletin directly from the Columbia Magazine Editor and staff.

We encourage any Knights in the military to send in their e-mail address to receive this monthly correspondents directly.

Brother Russ Fromherz, FICF
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Hello All: Hope all is well. Attached, please find the July 2007 issue of "Military Knights in Action." Our brother Knights over in Europe are making a big splash and District Deputy Dan Cimmino organized the European District's first "Family Fun Day," which you'll read about in this issue. In addition, Knights in the United States and Canada continue their support of soldiers stationed in the Middle East and around the world.

Please stay safe and have a safe and fun Independence Day/Canada Day.
Pat Scalisi Associate Editor - Columbia/Knightline Knights of Columbus
Supreme Council 1 Columbus Plaza New Haven, CT 06510-3326
(203) 752 - 4485 (voice) (203) 752 - 4109 (fax)
patrick.scalisi@kofc.org
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