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May 2010 NEWS LETTER

ARCHBISHOP DUKE COUNCIL 6855 • SAINT PAUL PARISH – RICHMOND - B.C. – CANADA -

WWW. KOFC6855.CA

Message from the Grand Knight…

CHAPLAIN - Monsignor Dennis Luterbach GRAND KNIGHT - Americo Silva FINANCIAL SECRETARY - Alberto Nisperos FIELD AGENT - Joe Cabalu DISTRICT DEPUTY #23 - Kevin Pinto

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EXECUTIVE

Grand Knight : Americo Silva, 604-278-8031

Deputy Grand Knight: Edgar Ursua

Chancellor :Kevin Mendonca

Financial Sec : Alberto Nisperos, 604-275-7426

Treasurer : Ferdinand Sobrinho

Lecturer : Happy Tay

Advocate : Ricardo Rozario

Recorder : John Koop

Warden : Elio Gasparetto

Inside Guard : Bernard Ter Stege

Inside Guard : Butch Mendoza

Inside Guard : Catalino Orillaneda

Outside Guard : Colin Quan

Outside Guard : Ken Chew

Outside Guard : Manny Tolentino

Trustee 3 year : Roger Dela Cruz

Trustee 2 year : Stan Leong

Trustee 1 year : Jakob Hauser

Immediate PGK : Kevin Pinto

My Dear Brother Knights The last two months were very symbolic to the Knights of Columbus and our council in particular, for many different reasons; our Parish 75th anniversary school 50th our pastor Msgr. Dennis Luterbach 40th in the Priesthood, Father Swann Kim Ordination, Marian Hour of Prayer, Major Degree Exemplification, first Degree Exemplification, First Communion, Confirmation, CWL Convention, RCIA, March for Life in Victoria and all the other regular church and community activities.

All confirms that our Council through your Faith and Good Will indeed provide our Parish and Community with some good Deeds; that’s to say your were all a good examples of what our Order founded for by Father Michael J. McGivney. Let’s continue to serve rather than be served.

As Summer is near and many of you are traveling or visiting friends or relatives I wish you all a safe and enjoyable vacation. Thank you for your unconditional support. God Bless

Americo Silva Grand Knight Archbishop Duke Council 6855

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Knight of the Month – May 2010

Jess Galo

BotherJess Galo joined the Knights in 2003. His presence during each of our monthly pancake breakfast in different capacities demonstrate the essence of community service. At Sunday noon mass, he trained and assist new Brother Knights to usher and at the same token, an usher himself.

Brother Jess have a keen eye in recruiting new members that always turn out to be an active and dedicated members of our order.

Brother Jess was the Unsung Hero Award recipient in 2003-2004 and received the Membership Award in 2006-2007 for most members recruited . Congratulations Brother Jess Galo, Knight of the Month of May 2010.

Amado & Gloria Mercado, Jr. Family of the Month – May 2010 Since joining the Order in 2002, Bro. Amado Mercado (even with his busy schedule) always steps forward when called upon to chair our annual Golf Tournament, a very successful event that keeps on growing every year. Together with his wife, Gloria, are always present at the Saturday Anticipation Mass to usher or as substitute ushers if necessary.

Brother Amado was a member of the Parish Anniversary Planning Committee During our Parish 75th and St. Paul School 50th anniversary celebration. He assisted in setting up the dinner venue and helped welcome guests and visitors during the gala dinner celebration.

Brother Amado and Gloria are strong advocate in fund-raising events of the parish and the community. Presently, Bro. Amado is the Vice President of the Multicultural Helping House Society (MHHS) in Vancouver, an organization which gives assistance to new immigrants who are in need of help or direction to start a new life in Canada. Congratulations Bro. Amado and Gloria for being chosen as our council’s Family of the month of May 2010.

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CONGRATULATIONS

To those of you who are celebrating your birthday in June & July

WELCOME AND CONGRATULATIONS

To our Brother Knights; Alan Veary, Joseph Bacay and other members from Canadian Martyrs, Christopher Columbus and St Anthony of Padua who took their first Degree to join our Order. Congratulations as well to the Degree Team who have done an excellent job throughout the Year under the leadership of our Chair Brother Kim Ng. Furthermore thanks to all our members who are always present at the ceremony to give their support to our new members.

CONGRATULATIONS To Brothers; Eric Alonzo, Carlito Osorio, John Ty, Lance Monteiro, Paul Leung, Randy Aclan, Rolando Sarmiento for taking their Major Degree on May 8, 2010 to further advance into the Knighthood. May you all continue to prosper along the way.

Did you know?

Brother Happy & Teresa Tay

A dynamic member of our Order for fifteen years, Brother Happy Tay epitomize the Knight in Action with his very possitive attitude and ever ready smile for everyone. He has the ability to change a dull moment to an awesome adventure. Together with his wife Teresa, they both avail themselves in every fundraising event when asked to assist. With his love of singing he gives live surprise performance whether impersonating Elvis Presley or Whoopi Goldberg in the original Sister Act performed by our own Knights with the delight of everyone in attendance. Brother Happy ushers at Sunday 10:30 morning mass. An executive officer of our council as Lecturer for the past six years and Public relation Chairman. Brother Happy and Teresa was the recipient of 2007-2008 Council 6855 Family of the Year and in 2006-2007 Brother Happy was awarded the Unsung Hero of the Year.

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MARCH FOR LIFE

Brother Knights, do you realize that our unity, our faith, and strength can lead us to reach the succsess in making our Country and the World a much better place to live by having the mutual respect for one another and help those who cannot help themselves. Last May 13, at the March for Life in Victoria I had this great opportunity not just to participate but also to listen to the voices of those who strongly advocate for the well being of every family, fitting with the principals of our Order. MARIAN HOUR of PRAYER May 26, again you brother knights did not fail to recognize the virtues of praying the Rosary as often as you can. I was very happy to see so many of you present. The Ceremony led by our Parish Assistant Pastor Father Dennis Flores who in his humble way gave us the spiritual momentum of devotion to our Lady of Charity.

The presence of our invited Parish Groups and their participation of praying a decade of the Rosary and offering Red Roses to our Lady were very humbling. God Bless you all. PARISH ANNIVERSARY Once again my dear Brother Knights, as I put my trust in you to help celebrate this great 75th and 50th Anniversary of our Parish and School, your good effort brought joy to our parish community and you showed that together we can achieve the utmost goals that we set out to reach.

Your ideas, talent and ingenuity made the Knights of Columbus Council 6855 Show Room the most interesting in the eyes of the visitors. The exhibit was well displayed; the most attractive was St. Paul Church replica, Pope John Paul II Stamp display and the excellent video presentation on the history of the Knights and Parish done by Brother Stan Leong which also includes the theatrical production of the Village people and Sister Act.

Also overwhelming compliments were received for your outstanding work with the barbecues and food served at the School 50th anniversary celebration. Thank you all. GOLF TOURNAMENT Your participation at this year District #23 Joint Golf Tournament contribute to another successful family and community event complemented by the perfect weather and the tasteful lunch provided by the Mylora West. Based on the popularity of this event, the players request for the possibility of doing it twice a year, something to consider in the future.

My sincere appreciation to those who participated as well as to St. Monica Council and our council golf chair Brother Amado Mercado, Jr. for making this event a success. JOINT COUNCIL BRUNCH May 30, a total of 80 members attended the annual joint council brunch. Another success and joyful occasion for our council and in particular having the presence of our council widows who are always very appreciative of our council good will in maintaining our friendship. This year we were privileged with the presence of the newly formed council St. Anthony of Padua # 14925. FATHER SWANN KIM Brother Knights, on May 22, it was very exciting to see so many of you at the Holy Rosary Cathedral in Vancouver giving your support to our council Brother Knight Deacon and now Reverend Father Swann Kim at his Ordination. Furthermore thanks to the finger food and cookies you all brought at his Thanksgiving reception, May 30. Father Kim expresses his appreciation to you all. CWL CONVENTION

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Brother Knights on May 27 and 29, again you did a supper job serving wine and cheese at the CWL convention party and performed Honour Guard duties for the welcoming of Archbishop M. Miller and at the Mass. Well done and thank you.

Upcoming Events Alter Servers Appreciation Lunch Brothers again on June 5 our council will be cooking and serve lunch for our parish Altar Servers who give so much of their time to the parish. Therefore your support will be very much appreciated. Clergy appreciation night Council clergy appreciation night will be held on June 12, if you are interested in participating please contact me @ 604-220-6846 Canadian Blood Services On June 8, I look forward to see those of you who volunteers with the Canadian Blood Services and has been invited to the Volunteer Recognition and Awards Night Dinner to come and have the opportunity to interact with other groups from other areas of the Lower Mainland. If you need a ride please let me know at 604-220-6846.

Important Messages

For your Information: Brother Mike Ripplinger is now the Chairperson for our Stamps and Eye Glass collection. Please drop them at the church or contact Brother Mike.

• Keep a close look at your daily calendar and emails for schedules on Sports, Meetings and other activities related to Church, Parish and Community.

• Did you know that in B C the use of cellular phones while driving is now prohibited? Save yours and someone else’s life by obeying the Law.

• Brothers as you know membership recruiting is the key to our Order Success for each new member that is readmitted or you recruit you will earn 500 points and if you are top recruiter Order wide you will win a trip to the Supreme Convention in Washington, D. C. in August 2010.

Americo Silva Grand Knight Archbishop Duke Council 6855

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Knights in Action

Brother Randy Aclan recipient of Major Degree certificate from Worthy State Deputy Michael Yeo

March for Life Mass at St. Andrew Cathedral in Victoria Brothers Roger D., Tony P., Edgar U. at the March for Life in Victoria

Listening to Guest Speakers GK Americo Silva, WSD M. Yeo, Brothers Roger D., and Edgar U.

In Faith Marching to the Legislature Building

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Father Swann Kim being Ordained Priest by His Excellency Bishop Michael Miller at Holy Rosary Cathedral

Fathers Edwin Kulling, Swann Kim and Rodney Nootebos’ Ordination

Father Swann Kim First Reading Father Swann Kim Blessing Parishioners at his Thanksgiving Reception at St. Paul Parish Hall

St. Paul`s 2010 Confirmation Ceremony K of C Council 6855 giving Knights Rosaries To the Confirmants

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G K Americo Silva with Sisters Guadalupe and Joanne at K of C Council 6855 Parish Anniversary Open House

GK Americo Silva and Secretary Lupina Kover Honoring Msgr. Dennis Luterbach 40th Anniversary

Msgr. Dennis Luterbach getting advice from Jacquie Siemens His mother Lucy and his sister Leona looking on

Parishioners Honoring Msgr. Dennis Luterbach on His 40th Anniversary of Priesthood

His Excellency Archbishop Michael Miller celebrating St. Paul Parish 75th Anniversary Mass

His Excellency Bishop Michael Miller, Msgr. Dennis Luterbach and Father Dennis Flores celebrating 75th Anniversary Mass

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Anniversary Honor Guards St. Paul’s Anniversary Barbecue by C. 6855 Anniversary Sister Act Production

Exhibit Set up Crew Council 6855 recent Awards Brother Anthony Sales at Anniversary Exhibit

Council 6855 Anniversary Exhibit Council 6855 Anniversary Exhibit Show and tell Council 6855 awards at G.M.

GK Americo giving K of C Rosaries at RCIA K of C 12 yrs. old Free Throw Champion Reception Hospitality Crew

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June 2010

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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Choir practice at 8:30 pm

4th Degree Executive

Meeting at St. Joseph

Bursary Ch. C.

Family Sports at St. Paul Gym 8:00 pm

Altar Servers Appreciation Lunch at St. Paul Gym 11:00 am

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Choir mass at 7:45 am

CBS Volunteers Appreciation Dinner

Clergy

Appreciation

Dinner

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6855 General Meeting

@ 7:30 pm

Room # 1-2

4th Degree Fund raiser meet.

@ 7;30 pm Room # 3

4th Degree General meeting

At St. Joseph

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Executive Meeting

At 7:30 pm Room #4

St. Paul School Farewell & Mass

At 7:00 pm

Bursary St. P.

Family Sports At

St. Paul Gym 7:30 pm

Parish Appreciation Dinner

27 28 29 30 Honour Guard At the Portuguese Holy Ghost Festival

First Degree TBA

4th Degree Fund raiser meet.

At St. Paul 7:30 Room # 3

Bursary Ch. C.

Choir practice at 8:30 pm

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July 2010

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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Canada Day Salmon Festival

Parade At

Steveston Honour G.& Knights

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4th Degree Fund Raiser Dinner Dance At St. Paul Center

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Joint Council Meeting Host Council Canadian Martyrs

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Executive Meeting At 7:30 pm Room # 4

Audit Meeting Room tba

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First Degree tba

Sarah Meeting 7:30 room tba