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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

ARCHBISHOP DUKE COUNCIL 6855 St . Paul Par ish

8251 St. Albans Road, Richmond BC V6Y2L2

District 23 - BC and Yukon State I n se r v i ce toOne

In se r v i ce to a l l October 2015 Newsletter

Dear Brother Knights,

Greetings of Peace! Council 6855 has reason to celebrate, has reason to give

thanks. The month of October is a special month for the Council. Our

council was chartered 39 years ago. The membership should be proud of the

accomplishments made within the span of 39 years of its existence. Having

been around for that long, Council 6855 is the mother of most of the councils

in the District. Beyond the numerous awards and recognition it has

received, the council has made a name, a trademark. The mere mention of 6855 in conversations within

the District or circles of K of C events evokes a sense of respect for being ahead of the other councils.

Looking back, there were 15 Grand Knights that played different and important roles in developing this

council, beginning with Charter Grand Knight Worthy Past Grand Knight Frank Kouwenhoven ending

with my immediate predecessor Immediate Past Grand Knight Bro. Lorenzo Ranada. We recognize the

council hasn’t been spared of the challenges that accompany growth in breadth and depth and we are

grateful for the council’s firm determination to meet these challenges and work for better results.

Our gratitude for the status and recognition we have thus far collectively achieved is tied with great

expectations for growth in membership, acceptance of greater responsibilities towards our parish and the

wider community. We embrace this mission knowing that we can never rest on our laurels. We continue

to race on and keep our eyes on the finish line.

In the Liturgical Year, October is the month of the Holy Rosary. One reason the Blessed Mother asked us

to pray the rosary might be because it can benefit anyone at any stage of the spiritual life from beginners

to advanced. The "Catechism of the Catholic Church" teaches about various types of prayer including

vocal prayer, meditation and contemplation. The rosary is a vocal prayer, a meditation and can lead to

contemplation as Pope John Paul II mentioned in his encyclical Rosary of the Virgin Mary. Here is a quote

from that encyclical:

"A path of contemplation ... But the most important reason for strongly encouraging the practice of the

Rosary is that it represents a most effective means of fostering among the faithful that commitment to the

contemplation of the Christian mystery which I have proposed in the Apostolic Letter Novo Millenio

Ineuente as a genuine 'training in holiness': 'What is needed is a Christian life distinguished above all in

the art of prayer'. Inasmuch as contemporary culture, even amid so many indications to the contrary, has

witnessed the flowering of a new call for spirituality, due also to the influence of other religions, it is more

urgent than ever that our Christian communities should become 'genuine schools of prayer'. The Rosary

belongs among the finest and most praiseworthy traditions of Christian contemplation."

Fittingly, the council is engaged in a spiritual activity of daily recitation of the rosary in October.

Finally, Thanksgiving is celebrated in the month of October. It is a

designed co-incidence. Humans that we are, we can take our gifts for

granted, and Thanksgiving is an opportunity to give thanks with a

grateful heart to the Lord, our God for the many blessings received

whether individually or as a collective.

Happy 39th Anniversary to Council 6855 and to one and all! God bless.

GRAND KNIGHT’S MESSAGE

Vivat Jesus!

Rely A. Diego Grand Knight

Archbishop Duke Council 6855

Email: [email protected]

:Phone: 778 8918967

CHAPLAIN MONSIGNOR DENNIS LUTERBACH

FIELD AGENT JOSE P. CABALU

DISTRICT DEPUTY FEDERICO (BING) DE CASTRO

EXECUTIVE OFFICERS 2015-2016 Grand Knight RELY A. DIEGO

Deputy Grand Knight FELIX TAN

Chancellor JACK COURSOL

Financial Secretary ALBERTO NISPEROS

Treasurer ASHLEY CARDOZ

Lecturer DOMINGO (SUNDY) ARCA

Advocate RICARDO ROZARIO

Recorder REYNOLD LOBO

Warden KEN CHEW

Inside Guard 1 CATALINO ORILLANEDA

Inside Guard 2 MICHAEL LOH

Outside Guard 1 THOMAS HEENEY

Outside Guard 2 JOSEPH LO

Trustee 3 Year FRANCIS LEE

Trustee 2 Year EDGAR URSUA

Trustee 1 Year FRANCIS YONG

Immediate Past GK LORENZO RANADA

WEBSITE WWW.KOFC6855.CA

https://www.facebook.com/KOFC6855

Inside this issue:

Message of State Deputy 2

October Membership Blitz 3

39th Anniversary and Awards 4

Photos: Anniversary / Awards 5-6



October Council Activities 10

Message of District Deputy 11

Family & Knight of the Month 12-13

Bulletin Board 14

Field Agent’s Corner 15

Calendar of Activities 16

Archbishop Duke Council 6855 Newsletter

COLUMBUS CHARITIES

STATE COUNCIL WORKSHOP

Below: I am sure someone shouted, “Mine!” and had a clean swipe at the

ball. The Knights wrapped up the game in tidy and gracious fashion. K-N-I

-G-H-T-S, go KNIGHTS!

Christina, Chris, John, Scott, Lynne and Gerina on Divine Mercy Sunday

Dear Brother Knights,

On this special occasion of your 39th Anniversary, I offer you my heartfelt congratulations and wish you many more

success in the years to come.

As we look back and reminisce the past, let us dwell more time on the things that made this council stand proudly

and stayed vibrant amidst the challenges that thwarted your path. Let us leave behind the things that brought

negative energy and nuisances and mark them as “lesson learned” to be relegated to a distant corner.

Recognizing the people who have worked unselfishly and devoted their time to make a difference is a very noble

thing to do. While awards cannot exactly mirror our genuine gratitude to these brother knights and their families,

they bring awareness to others and help them be inspired to also do something. As Helen Keller said, “The world is

moved along, not only by the mighty shoves of its heroes, but also by the aggregate of tiny pushes of each honest

worker.”

While every council is not immune to challenges and difficulties, don’t let these make you lose sight of the hope

given to us by God. Now is the time to focus not on where you’ve come from or where you are at right now, but

where you are heading. I admonish you to try very hard and persist to move forward. With faith and trust, He will

strengthen what needs to be strengthened in you and His grace will move you to act with compassion and

determination.

As you continue marching forward in unison, may you be inspired by the following words of Mahatma Gandhi; “A

body of determined spirits fired by unquenchable faith in their mission can alter the course of history.”

My brother knights, our faith and our calling demands that we must do whatever we can and wherever we can.

Now is the time to do the good things you can and keep your council a shining star to be followed by the rest.

Vivat Jesus!

Arcie J. Lim, State Deputy British Columbia and Yukon State Council

October 2015

A great sunny morning greeted

the October 4th Membership Blitz.

It was a good outdoor activity to

meet and greet parishioners going

to and coming from mass. The

blitz actually started on October

3rd, at the Saturday anticipated

mass. And, it continued at all the

masses the following day. Several

brothers helped out at the

Information Table. Some were assigned to give that “important announcement”

inviting men of the parish to know what it is to be a knight.

Brother Knights were on hand to answer questions from parishioners who were

interested to know more about the Knights of Columbus. The Info Table was well

prepared with lots of brochures, magazines and promotional materials about the

KoC. It was attractive. The happy faces of the member welcomed parishioners to

inquire about the knights. Some of those who came to inquire were the wives

inquiring on behalf of their husbands.

The membership Blitz for sure was productive. While not all of those who came to

inquire immediately signed up, the “seed of interest” was planted. Someday soon,

that seed will grow. However, there were four candidates that signed up and went

for the first degree exemplification on October 7, 2015.

There were actually 7 candidates expected but 3 didn’t

make it. Hopefully, we will see them soon at the next

exemplification, Nov. 23, 2015.

“As a Knight you can choose the projects with

which you wish to be involved in within your

own community. What is more, the Order is

dedicated to family life and the many benefits it

offers. From insurance to scholarships to service

and social activities and programs, all are open to the whole family”.


Above, our opponents: young, young and young… Below, us: young

(thanks to Meghan Tolentino), old (you know who you are) and in-between.

Game is refereed by none other than Mr. Clay Imoo himself.

October 24, 2015: 39th Anniversary and Awards Night of Archbishop Duke Council 6855

The mood and atmosphere was warm and jovial. It was the 39th Anniversary and Awards Night of

Council 6855 graced by the presence of Worthy State Treasurer Koon Ming Lau with his lovely

wife, Lady Marianne, as the keynote speaker. He spoke on the new thrust of zeroing in on young

men of the parish to join the Knights. Ticket was oversold. Lively entertainment was provided by

talented brothers and their families. The event’s central part was the awarding of certificates of

recognition and trophies to outstanding brothers who committed their time and effort to the

cause of the Order. Archbishop Duke Council 6855 Council was granted its charter on October

19, 1976.

LIST OF MAJOR AWARDEES

Knight of the Year Francis Lee

Family of the Year Family of John and Lynne Heathe

Couple of the Year Elio and Dianne Gaparetto

Mother of the Year Lynne Heathe

Lady of the Year Lurdes Pimentel

Sportsman of the Year Sundy Arca and Francis Yong

Pro-Life Couple Edgar and Priscilla Ursua

Ironman Kim Ng

Unsung Hero Eddy Lim

Membership Lorenzo Ranada

Church & Community Service Alberto Nisperos and Americo Silva

Congratulations to all the awardees!!!

October 2015

October 2015

MERIT AWARDS CERTIFICATES OF APPRECIATIONS Rick and Lyce Rozario Ernesto Danoog Mike and Doreen Riplinger Reynold and Clera Lobo John and Lolita Ty Ashley and Daisy Cardoz Ken and Rosalind Chew Virgilio and Gloria Asuncion Tony Pimentel Lovell and Ana Godinho Michael and Josephine Loh George and Carolina Po Randy and Gaizel Aclan Lorenzo and Rosabel Crisologo Tony and Lisa Rodriguez Wayne and Aileen Mackay John and Roxanne Koop Greg and Mary Jean Bautista Helen Andow Scott Heathe Catalino and Nilda Orillaneda David Chong Jack and Andrea Coursol Joseph Lo Rely and Zaida Diego Conrado Mallonga IV Mel and Lucy Ison Pol and Jean Garcia Philip and Patricia Barnwell Butch and Rosita Mendoza Charles and Doreen Sze Mike and Jeanine Stanley Kevin and Bridget Mendonca Manuel and Gloria Canita Felix Tan Paul and Ann Lau Fel and Carlota Espinosa Lawrence Belleza Dominic Fiore Jakob and Mariana Hauser

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE AWARDEES!!


1st Degree Exemplification - upper right group picture

WELCOME TO OUR New 1St Degree Brothers L-R Rey Gonzales, Ted de Ocampo, Ron Rebullar, Reynante Soloria

2nd Degree Exemplification October 16, 2015 : Welcome to our new 2nd Degree Brothers

Brian Lam, Gary Lam, Ron Rebullar, Rolando Paldo and Roman Sandoval

Archbishop Duke

Council 6855

1st & 2nd Degree

Exemplifications

October 7 and 16,

2015 respectively

OCTOBER DAILY ROSARY

RIGHT PHOTOS: A FRIENDLY GAME WITH THE LIFE TEENS ON OCTOBER 18TH. THE SCORE WAS NOT THE MAIN GOAL. IT WAS THE FUN AND EXERCISE. BELOW: OCTOBER DAILY ROSARY . A SIMPLE GET- TOGETHER AT THE OCTOBER 31ST CULMINATION.

October 2015

Dear Brothers,

Looking back over the past four (4) months, which has flown by oh so

quickly, I have enjoyed the many challenges the office of District Deputy has

afforded me. Was it always fun, no, but it was a big challenge and I accept it

wholeheartedly. I thank all the Councils in the district for your support and

confidence in me. For the past four (4) months, I have had the honour and in-

deed the privilege to serve District 23. I have enjoyed the friendship, camaraderie, hospitality

and warmth of Brother Knights and their families. Your kindness, fraternity and friendship is

very much appreciated.

As you know, The Knights of Columbus is the largest Catholic lay order with a 1.9 million mem-

bers worldwide. Because of our numbers, we have great strength and have been called “the

strong right arm of the catholic church”. I, therefore ask you not to miss an opportunity to be an

example of charity through our good works. This example of charity gives testimony to the moral

values of our faith. We must serve as a beacon attracting catholic men who want to join us be-

cause of our example of good works and thus grow our membership. The two go hand in hand.

Membership growth resulting from our works of charity and more works of charity resulting

from our growth in membership.

We need to increase our membership and not just for the sake of numbers, but for the sake of

saving a catholic man and helping him to be a better catholic man for his family and his church.

Again the more members we have, the more we can do, and the more effective we will be in do-

ing what we are suppose to do as members of the Knights of Columbus. I am looking forward for

the remaining period of this fraternal year as we all continue to try to increase our charitable foot-

print and grow the order here in our district. Hopefully, with the cooperation of all Councils , I

expect even better things to come for the Knights of Columbus in District 23.

So far for the first four months of this Fraternal Year, District 23 has already achieved 53% of our

membership quota. This will not be possible without the support, dedication, cooperation and

hard work of all the Worthy Grand Knights in District #23.

I would like to take this opportunity to extend my sincerest gratitude to all Grand Knights, Ex-

ecutives and members for making this past four months so successful and again am asking your

support to continue to build on this foundation.

GOD BLESS

Vivat Jesus

Federico de Castro District Deputy#23


FAMILY OF THE MONTH

Family of Brother Greg and Mary Jean Bautista

According to Brother Greg, “First, since our childhood me & my wife were raised and formed in a very religious way, with clear and great understanding of our Catholic faith. Second: I had my 1st degree last April 2015, 2nd De-gree May 2015, 3rd Degree in June2015. Third: I joined the Knights of Columbus for the purpose of sharing my time and service to our church and our community.”

His short and brief statements are as simple and firm as his conviction to be of service to the com-munity. He has proven this in his early months as A member of the Knights. He chairs the Food Bank Committee of the council and he has regularly delivered to the Food Bank every end of the month. Recently, together with his wife, Mary Jean, they went to Food Bank and prepared the empty bags to be distributed to the homes in Richmond. These bags were to be filled-up with food stuff and be collected at a later date. Together with some brothers, they were successful in distributing empty bags with flyers on what to put inside the bag in a designated part of the City. They went back to col-lect these bags after a few days and were successful in collecting more than 700 lbs of food stuff for the Food for Families Program. He is also the chairs the Vocations Committee. He is very familiar about this having been a seminar-ian before. He has plans on this vocation program and had the opportunity to meet with the Voca-tions Director of the Diocese of Vancouver to discuss his plans. The council admires his commitment and involving his wife, Mary Jean and family in his apostolate with regards to the Food Bank. He showed us how a family can work together with ease and joy in their hearts. Brother Greg and Mary Jean are awarded the Family of the Month Award for September 2015 in recognition for their efforts with the Food for Families Program. GOOD JOB, CONGRATULATIONS AND KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!!!

October 2015

Brother Francis Yong

KNIGHT OF THE MONTH

The name of Brother Francis Yong has be-

come a byword in the Knights of Columbus,

Archbishop Duke Council 6855. He started in

2002. Thirteen years after he was exemplified

as a 1st Degree knight, he never stopped in his

quest to true knighthood. He is now a 4th De-

gree Knight. But more than that, he is living the life of a true knight; active and willing to sacrifice

his time. He held several positions in the Executive. He is currently a Trustee.

He uses his gift of music by singing at the 12 noon mass as a member of the choir. He isn’t shy vol-

unteering to participate in the entertainment parts of council events like the most recent 39th Anni-

versary and Awards Night, and the Joint Council Picnic, H e serves as an alternate music man dur-

ing 1st and 2nd degree exemplifications. He became part of the 4th Degree Team as a music man.

He volunteers for Pancake Breakfast, Food for Families Program, Seniors Christmas Luncheon, etc.

He was at one time the chair for the Pennies for Heaven for three years, he helped in Charity Ap-

peal mall sales, and continues to participate in many activities of the council. He volunteered as as-

sistant chair for the Liturgical Committee for the BC and Yukon State Convention for three years un-

til he was tasked to Chair the committee for the 104th BC and Yukon State Convention held in April,

2015.

He was awarded the Shining Armor Award in 2003-2004 and the Family of the Year Award in 2003-

2004.

Brother Francis is an example of a knight who is always willing and available to help whenever his

help is requested. He is awarded the Knight of the Month for September 2015.

THANK YOU. CONGRATULATIONS AND KEEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!


Please email [email protected] or call GK RELY A. DIEGO @ 778 8918967 for prayer request updates, additions and corrections.

BULLETIN BOARD Noteworthy

May the Lord’s healing hands

bring our beloved Brother

Knights and their family

members a speedy recovery,

alleviate their suffering, and

deliver peace and comfort to

their loved ones. We ask in

Jesus’ name. Amen

Bro. Charles Sze, Bro. Marcel

Schellekens, Bro. Tony Biro,

Bro. Pat Rooney, Bro. Cris

Asis, Bro. Roger Cabrera, Bro.

Rudy Chamberland.

K.C. Chong and Family, fa-

ther and family of Bro. David

Chong respectively. Mariana

Hauser (wife of Bro. Jakob),

Sarah Floro (mother of Sister

Mary John Paul) Lyce Rozario

(wife of Bro Rick), Lourdes de la

Cruz (wife of Bro. Roger), Norman

Mendonça (father of FDD PGK Kevin

Mendonça), Henrique Silva (cousin of

PGK Americo Silva).

May the souls of our faithful

departed through the mercy

of God rest in peace. Amen.

Lilia Diego, sister-in-law of Bro. Rely,

Enriquita Reyes, Betty Reyes-Magnaye,

grandmother and aunt respectively, of

Gaizel Aclan, wife of Bro. Randy Aclan,

Ofelia Lauro-Diaz, sister-in-law of Bro.

Catalino Orillaneda, Annabella Ramos,

sister-in-law of WDD Bro. Bing de Cas-

tro, Aunt Odette of Worthy FDM Tony

Pimentel.

PRAY FOR THE SICK AND DISTRESSED PRAY FOR THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED

for the Un

November 6, 2015 DANCERCISE 8 PM St. Paul Parish Center Gym

November 8, 2015 Pennies for Heaven at all masses. Starts Nov. 7 2015 5PM mass

November 10, 2015 Family Rosary at 8PM Residence of Brother Reynold & Clera Lobo

November 14, 2015 3rd Degree Exem. at Canadian Martyr . 2 PM Registration

November 15, 2015 Pancake Breakfast and SARAH

November 23, 2015 1st Degree Exemplification St. Paul Parish Center 7:30 PM

October 2015

FIELD AGENT’S CORNER

Jose P. Cabalu, FIC, CHS Field Agent

Protecting Widows – A Founding Goal As a member of this council, you know how important spouses can be to the charitable works of the Order. If you’re married, your wife is probably involved in a few of the many events that happen each fraternal year. This support adds great value and impact to what a council can achieve.

When the Order was founded in 1882, Father Michael J. McGivney and the other brave men were setting out to protect Catholic families, but especially wives and children. Today, we remain committed to this mission by offering insurance products and fraternal benefits designed with that goal in mind. One specific policy rider that you may not know about is called Spousal Waiver of Premium. This rider is unique to the Knights of Columbus philosophy of helping our widows.

This rider is available on most permanent and Discoverer plans purchased at standard rates by a member and his wife on the same day. When both spouses apply, the rider provides for waiver of premiums on the spouse’s contract in the event of the insured’s death. Best of all, for members and spouses ages 18 to 60, this waiver can be added for no charge. The rider stays in effect until the spouse attains age 65 or certain other triggering events occur.

Our products are designed with your needs and budget in mind. With a solid portfolio of life insurance, long-term care, disability income and retirement products, the Knights of Columbus can help you meet all of your financial goals. To learn more about these solutions, contact me today. I’m at 778-837-2317 or [email protected].

◄ October November 2015 December ►

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1

2

Executive Meeting @

7:30P Rm1+2

3

Parish Pastoral

Council Meeting at

7PM

4

5

4th Degree Executive

Meeting @7:30 PM

6Dancercise 8 PM

At St. Paul Parish Gym

Charity Appeal Mall

Sales 10AM –9PM

7Columbus Charities

Ass. 5oth Anniversary

Charity Appeal Mall

Sales 10AM-9PM

Pennies for Heaven

8

Pennies for Heaven

in all Masses

Charity Appeal Mall

Sales 10 AM-6:30PM

9

General Meeting @

7:30PM Rm 1+2

Charity Appeal Mall

Sales 10 AM—6:30PM

10Monthly Family

Rosary -Bro. Reynold-

Clera Lobo’s Res. 8PM

Charity Appeal Mall

Sales 10 AM 6:30PM

11 Remembrance Day

Charity Appeal Mall

Sales 10 AM—6:30PM

12

13

14Setup for Pan-

cake Breakfast 11 AM

3rd Degree Exem.

Canadian Martyr

2PM Registration

15

Pancake Breakfast

Blood Pressure Check

-SARAH

16

17

18

19

4th Degree General

Meeting 7:30PM St.

Joseph the Worker

Parish Hall

20

Dancercise 8 PM

At St. Paul Parish

Center Room 1+2

21

22

23

First Degree Exempli-

fication Rm 1+2 at

7:30PM

24

25

26

27

28

29

Food Bank

30

Notes: Please email to [email protected] any question

about the calendar of activities. Printed copies only upon re-

quest.

◄ November December 2015 January ►

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 World AIDS Day

2

3

4th Degree Exec. Meeting St Joseph the Worker 7:30PM

4

Dancercise at 8PM at GYM

5

6 7Executive Meeting

at 7:30PM Room 4

8

9

10 Human Rights Day

11

12

13

14

Gen. Meeting at 7:30PM Room 1+2 Soccer Challenge Report Form Due

15

16

17

4th Degree Meeting St. Joseph the Worker 7:30PM

18

Christmas Poster Report Form Due

19

Pancake Setup Setup time TBA

20

Pancake Breakfast and SARAH BP Test

21

22

23

24

25 Christmas

26 Boxing Day

27

Food Bank

28

First Degree Exem-plification 7:30PM Room 1+4 (to be confirmed)

29

30

31

Note: Any change to the

calendar of activities will

be emailed accordingly.

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