Fathers Nellen Council 6371
• P.O. Box 322 • 209 South Street • Waunakee, Wisconsin, 53597 •
| Newsletter for October 2008 | |||||||||
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| NEXT MEETING is Wednesday, October 15, 7PM. | |||||||||
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| KNIGHTS OF THE MONTH are Ed Gilkes and Chris Lezotte. Both men planned the September KC parish picnic that was enjoyed by about 275 people. Our council benefits from the involvement of Ed and Chris. Congratulations and thank you to both! | |||||||||
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| NEW MEMBERS JOINING US IN SEPTEMBER: Bob Scheuer, Mike Kauper, Russ Schlager, Jay Pitz, John Roble, Mike Unger, Dan Nelson, Jeff Skoug and Brad Pantzer (missing from picture). We are blessed to have such an active and growing council. Congratulations and welcome to our newest members! |
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| OUR SYMPATHY IS EXTENDED to the Dave Fisher family. Dave was called to his eternal rest September 5. He was active in the KC organization and served in a leadership role in the 4th Degree. He was a friend. Our September First Degree exemplification was done in Dave's honor. Eternal rest grant onto him O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him. | |||||||||
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| CONGRATULATIONS TO RICK & MARGE RAEMISCH for the marriage of their daughter Kristin to Ryan Machkoveck! | |||||||||
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| THE PARISH KC PICNIC was held September 21. Special thanks to all who helped and our generous sponsors: Premier Builders, Culvers, Quaker Steak & Lube and the Waunakee Piggly Wiggly. | |||||||||
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| THE GREAT ADVENTURE BIBLE TIMELINE with Dr. Tim Gray was a success. Thank you for the leaders: Marshall Frey, Rick Maier and Gerry Daniels along with everyone who volunteered to help. Interested in learning more about Holy Scripture? Talk to Marshall about joining the Saturday morning men's group. | |||||||||
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| THE ANNUAL THANKSGIVING DANCE is scheduled for November 15th. Help is needed! Enclosed are two tickets. Please sell or purchase these to help make this fundraiser a success. Drop off tickets and money in the collection basket or at Neil's Liquor. Contact Jim Kluck, dance chair, for further information, additional tickets, or to help with the event. | |||||||||
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| RESPECT FOR LIFE 2008 marks the fifth year for the Knights supporting the pro-life billboard near the abortion center on the east side. The cost to fund this is about $28,000 per year. In addition to our council support, individuals can donate to Pro-Life Billboard Campaign, Joseph Boehnen – Treasurer, 105 Brenda Circle, Mt. Horeb, WI 53572. | |||||||||
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| 40 DAYS FOR LIFE PRAYER VIGIL is scheduled for September 24 – November 2. This year, our council is taking a 24 hour time slot, 4PM October 2 to 4PM October 3 to pray at the abortion center, 3706 Orin Rd, Madison. This is a big commitment and we need your help in the form of peaceful witness. Contact Brad Nygaard. | |||||||||
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| CHALLENGE OF FORMING CONSCIENCES for FAITHFUL CITIZENSHIP by the US Conference of Catholic Bishops can be found on the KC bulletin board along with other material. | |||||||||
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| KC MEN'S NIGHT AT ST.JOHN'S GYM is back and will start November 6th, 8:30 -10:00PM for Volley ball and/or basketball. Contact Rick Maier. | |||||||||
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| FOURTH DEGREE EXEMPLIFICATION is scheduled for Saturday October 11, 11:00AM at St. Jerome's in Columbus WI. For more information, contact Jim Tillman. Two of our members will be attending. This is another great way to meet more people and experience a new level of involvement in the Knights of Columbus. | |||||||||
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| "Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant searching for fine pearls. When he finds a pearl of great price, he goes and sells all that he has and buys it." Matthew 13:45-46 | |||||||||
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