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Volume 41 Issue 5
The Broadcast
January 2015
Father Jeremiah J. Reilly
Council # 6561
Knights of Columbus
Of The Merrick’s
T H E
“The Private And
Personal Blessings We
Enjoy, The Blessings
Of Immunity, Safeguard, Liberty And
Integrity, Deserve The
Thanksgiving Of A
Whole Life.”
Jeremy Taylor
B I G G E S T
L I T T L E
C O U N C I L
O N
L O N G
I S L A N D
G r a n d
K n i g h t s
M e s s a g e
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
Now that the Christmas Holidays and New Year are behind us, we can reflect on the year that’s past and look
toward a future filled with hope for continued success with the good we do as a council.
One of the most striking examples of the success of our team efforts was the Advent Service held on December
11th. Being Co-Chaired by PGK, John Didden and Brother, Skip Luberto, the event had absolutely perfect leadership. That leadership, combined with the support given by our Chaplain , Deacon Paul, the Council and the Parish
brought about a fabulous, blessed event.
The Council Christmas Party which was held on December 18th at the Sunrise Yacht Club, gave us a wonderful
evening and atmosphere to celebrate Christmas and enjoy the company of our Brothers, Sisters and families. We
thank Co-Chairmen, Andy Marincsak and Lou Otarola, also Sal Sanseverino, tending bar, and Mike Mundo’s
unending help with some members of the Yacht Club for making the party possible.
This month we have our two meetings, Business on January 8th and Business/Social on January 22nd. Make an
attempt to attend as a new beginning in 2015.
The Free Throw Contest is coming up on January 25th at the Sacred Heart Gym. Chairman, Rich Marino will need
a commitment from some of our Brothers to assist with the judging and organizing the day of the contest.
(See Details on Page 4)
We look forward to February when we will have our Winter Blood Drive at Sacred Heart, the Pancake Breakfast at
Cure’ of Ars, as well as our regular Business and Social Meetings.
I N S I D E T H I S
I S S U E :
Grand Knight’s
Message.
Chaplain’s Message.
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2
Looking at the successes we had in December with our Advent Service and Christmas Party, which demonstrate
the loyalty and interest of our Brothers to attend these events. It is wonderful when we all come together, however,
we need to have the same support at our meetings as we do for other events. The more support and attendance we
have at our meetings, the more potential for input that can bring about new ideas. We are always looking for ways
of making the Council a more interesting and enjoyable part of life.
Christmas Party
Thank You..
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Please be more involved in, not only the fun of attending and being part of the activities and events of the Council,
but be part of the input of ideas and information that can shape the future of Reilly Council.
Annual Dues Form.
Rosary Meeting.
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“Good” is what we do as a goal in everything we do. Every member of our Council can experience the satisfaction
that comes from a successful event of fund raiser. All you need to do is, be part of what we do.
Council E-Mail
Submission.
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4th Degree News.
Council Calendar .
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Lades Auxiliary News.
Free Throw Contest.
Pray for our Brothers who are experiencing illness or adversity in their lives.
May God Bless you, your families and those who put themselves between harm and the free lives we live.
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“Protect our Police and mourn those who gave the Ultimate Sacrifice while protecting us”.
Vivat Jesus,
Jimmy
James Muller, Grand Knight
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CHAPLAIN’S MESSAGE
“The Broadcast”
Published Monthly , Sept-June
Editor: Andy Marincsak , PGK
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
516-623-4561
E-Mail: [email protected]
Council Web Site:
www.reillycouncil.org
Webmaster: Randy Shannon
Meetings 2nd & 4th Thursdays 8:00PM
COUNCIL OFFICERS
Chaplain: Deacon Paul Bedell
516-679-9629
Grand Knight: James Muller
516-679-5639
Deputy G.K.: Salvatore Buceti
516-385-3540
Chancellor: Walter Shorak, PGK
516-781-4961
Warden: Eugene Caruso
516-486-8401
Financial Sect’y: John Didden, PGK
516-785-6855
Treasurer: Keith Eriksen
-623-9530
516
Recorder: Edward Ronan
516-378-7019
Advocate: Jerry Catalano, PGK
516-379-9151
4th Degree Chairman: Joe Kiefer
Happy, blessed, faith filled New Year. Here we are in another
calendar year. A reminder to us, that indeed, that time is flying by. We need to
build on our Advent lessons that we should be alert, pay attention to the workings of the Spirit. Prepare the way of the Lord. We work each day to bring the
Lord to all, “in service to one and service to all.” The world, our world, our
community, our family are all in need of Christ’s love, compassion, gentleness,
patience and justice. We are all the Lord’s disciples, baptized to carry out this
mission. May we be more effective ministers of His gifts, to renew and revitalize others and ourselves. We are all companions on this journey of life, each
called to walk the path set out for us, with the Spirit at our side. May we provide encouragement and support to one another along the way.
We continue our yearlong preparation for the 8th World Meeting of Families
to be held September 22nd - 27th, 2015 in Philadelphia, PA. Pope Francis will
be there to celebrate “The Family Fully Alive”, The Domestic Church. All
families represent The Church and are the best schools of our faith development. The theme for this month of January is family forgiveness. Fundamental
to our faith, forgiveness starts with those closest to us. We remember that the
fruit of God’s forgiveness is that we become closer to Him. How can we help
others to know that we want to be closer to them again as well? May our efforts
this month, this year, help heal family wounds and promote forgiveness.
As we approach the Feast of The Epiphany, may we be alert to new beginnings,
more open to change, to allow Christ’s love to work through us, to rejoice in
the gifts of the Spirit, to build our Domestic Church.
516-868-8504
Love and Peace,
Guards: Joe Kiefer
Deacon Paul
Anthony West
Louis Celano
1st Yr. Trustee: Richard Marino, PGK
2nd Yr. Trustee: Bruno Reale, PGK
3rd Yr. Trustee: Andrew`Marincsak, PGK
District Deputy: Richard Brazenor, PGK
516-546-1643
K of C Insurance: Anthony R. Braccio
347-219-5158
LADIES AUXILIARY
Meets On 2nd Tuesday Of Month
President: Janet Castine 516-781-1665
Secretary: Barbara Massaro 516-826-6577
Treasurer: Ann Kelly 516-379-3725
CHRISTMAS PARTY THANKS
Thanks to the members and their families for making our
December 18th Christmas Party at the Sunrise Yacht Club a resounding success.
The catering by Galleria Restaurant received many compliments as being excellent and plentiful
and thanks to the owner Tommy, very reasonable.
Special thanks to Brothers, Mike Mundo for his unending help & Sal Sanseverino, who tended bar.
Thanks to the set up crew on Thursday afternoon.
This was a very heartwarming event to be part of being the beginning of our
Christmas Season and being together with family and dear friends.
Full Report At Our January 8th Meeting.
Gratefully
Andy Marincsak & Lou Otarola
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ROSARY PRAYER MEETING
Detective Stephen D. McDonald, NYPD, invites all men to
attend an evening prayer to our Blessed Mother, by practicing the Rosary for one hour. The meetings are held the last
Thursday of each month @ 7:30PM at St. Agnes. Rockville
Center in the KOC room upstairs in the main building.
For additional information:
Contact: Warden, Eugene Caruso @ 516-486-8401
To Receive E-Mail Updates On Council Event Changes,
Reminders, Etc.
Please Submit Your E-Mail Address To:
Grand Knight, James Muller @ [email protected]
And
Financial Secretary, John Didden, PGK, @ [email protected]
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Calendar of Events
Jan - Feb
Jan. 8th
Jan 22nd
Jan 25th
Feb 12th
Feb 18th
Feb 26th
Business Meeting @ S/H
Social Meeting @ S/H
Free Throw @ S/H 1-4PM
Business Meeting @ S/H
Ash Wednesday
Social Meeting
Continued Thanks To PGK, John Didden For Preparing
The 2014 - 2015 Columbian Year Calendar Which Was Enclosed In Our
November Broadcast
HANG IT ON YOUR REFRIGERATOR
LADIES AUXILIARY NEWS
Dear Ladies
WE HAVE NEW MEETING DATES
4th Degree News
Padre Pio
Assembly # 2718
Reported By: Joe Kiefer
868-8504
Next Meeting, January 28th, 2015 , 8:00 PM
@ Holy Innocents Council, Levittown
Future Meetings
February 25th, 8:00PM Memorare Council
HELP NEEDED March 25th, 8:00PM Reilly Council
April 29th, 8:00PM Memorare Council
May 27th, 8:00PM Memorare Council
June 24th, 8:00PM, Memorare Council
ALL 4th DEGREE MEMBERS ARE INVITED TO ATTEND
ANY OF THE ABOVE MEETINGS. YOUR ATTENDANCE
IS WELCOMED.
Nite At The Races
January 2015, Dinner Out, CALL FOR INFO.
February 2015, NO MEETING
March 12th, 2015, St. Patrick’s Day, 7:30 School
April, 2015, NO MEETING
May 14th, 2015, 7:30, School
June, 2015, Dinner Out.
Pray for all members, their families and our Service Men &
Women.
God Bless You All With A Very Happy Healthy New Year.
Janet
Thursday January 22nd, 2015 7:30PM
@ Memorare Council, $5.00PP
Free Berry Wine, Soda, Coffee & Cake
Hot Dogs $1:00
Fund Raiser For The Guide Dog Foundation
Wishing All A Blessed Healthy Prosperous
Happy New Year
Fraternally, SK, Joe
Jan 25th @ S/H Gym
1:00-4:00PM
Sign Up @ 1:00PM
Comp @ 1:45PM