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Santo Nino Council News Volume 12 Issue 2 December, 2011—February, 2012

The Knights of Columbus is a family-oriented fraternal service society of practical Catholic men.

Officers:

Chaplain: Fr. Emmett P. Morrissey 522-7422

Grand Knight: Jeremias P. Ravasco 584-0856

Deputy Grand Knight:: Gary Lazo 545-7338

Chancellor: Allan Ngui 584-8103

Financial Secretary: Rey Dimaano 757-4521

Treasurer: Art Vanderzalm 584-3156

Recorder: Jose Santiago 737-5598

Advocate: James A. Madrilejos 789-9046

Lecturer: Jaime L. Alvarez 949-3207

Warden: Luis B. de Paz 529-5225

Inside Guard: Archie de la Cruz 502-1266

Outside Guard: Rodrigo Chiu 569-7700

Trustees:

Pete Escanlar 751-0512

Efren Alejandria 525-2235

Modesto G. Escanlar 586-5802

Program Director

Gary Lazo 545-7338

Membership Directors

Ed Concepcion 543-0936

Adolfo Alvarez 586-6736

Church/Vocations Directors

Tereso E. Abadiano 924-3146

Arnel Urbiztondo

Council Directors

Jim Alvarez 949-3207

Ferdie Feliciano 581-2296

Community Directors

Gerry Abao 586-7569

Rod Creer 757-8860

Family Directors

Paul Canlas 586-1858

Efren Alejandria 525-2235

Youth Directors

Dale Nagrampa 546-4639

Azel Siapno 999-2227

Fundraising Director

Art Vanderzalm 584-3156

Pro-life Director

Clayton Hall 205-1802

News Editors

Jaime L. Alvarez 949-3207

Eusebio L. Koh 586-9386

St. Mary’s Round Table

Reuben Mercado 775-0224

District Deputy # 3

Kevin Roche 775-2105

General Agent:

Mark Lewans 949-0270

Chaplain’s Message

Fellow Knights,

Sincere thanks

to the members of

Santo Nino Coun-

cil who along

with the Pilon

Family, erected

the Blessed Sacra-

ment Parish outdoor Christmas

Crib. I always feel with all the

commercialism surrounding Christ-

mas, here in Regina, our outdoor

Christmas Crib is a “silent sermon”

to all the pedestrians who pass our

Church on Scarth Street, about the

true meaning of Christmas.

Congratulations to Dr. Eu-

sebio Koh on the publication of his

latest book called Autumn Wind,

which is a collection of short sto-

ries, poems and essays similar to

his first book, Like the Mimosa.

At our Blessed Sacrament Remem-

brance Day Mass I read one of the

poems from Like the Mimosa. It

is called ‘Coming Home’ and it

described the death of a twenty two

year old Saskatchewan man who

died in combat in Afghanistan.

Karen Lawson, who re-

viewed Autumn Wind wrote: “The

author has opened his heart and his

mind to his readers. Autumn

Wind is an interesting book with a

new surprise on every page.” High

praise indeed!

Fr. Emmett Morrissey

The Knights of Columbus are dedicated to the four pillars of Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism

GK Gregg Ravasco, left, pre-

sented the Star Council Award plaque for

Columbian Year 2010-2011 to PGK Pete

Escanlar at the November council meet-

ing. This highest award given by Su-

preme Council is for achievements in

activities, membership and insurance.

SIX NEW MEMBERS:

Our council has 6 new members

at the first degree exemplification held at

Holy Trinity Parish on September 27,

2011. They are Mark Esguerra, Umberto

Gonzales, Ferdinand Sampaga, Elmer

Sayat, Vinedic Serrano and Angelito

Yabut. Attending Members who wel-

comed them were Ed Concepcion, Seb

Koh, Rio Mercado, Dophy Alvarez, Rey

Dimaano, Jose Santiago and Gregg

Ravasco.

On October 30, 2011, Bros.

Gonzales, Sampaga and Serrano went on

to the second and third degree exemplifi-

cations at Holy Child Parish. (see photo

on p. 2) Their Class Patron was Fr. Dan

Rafael who is a member of our council.

Santo Nino Council News Page 2

OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE:

The Icon of Our Lady of Guadalupe was displayed and Council had

rosary before the mass at noon time at Blessed Sacrament Church on

November 21, 22, 23 & 24. Those members who attended were: Jay

Jaca, Gerry & Isa Abao, Mody Escanlar, Gregg Ravasco Dophy Alva-

rez and Clayton Hall. Those who led the rosary were: Chelo Ravasco,

Rowena Masaoay, Nori Alvarez and Mody Escanlar.

On Thursday, November 24, the icon was brought to St. Mary’s

Church for an eve-

ning rosary and

mass celebrated by

F r . E u s e b i o

Tubale. Photo

shows members

and theirs wives

and some parish-

ioners.

WHEELCHAIR FOR MARTHA HOUSE:

Our council donated a

wheelchair costing $499.00

for Martha House on Septem-

ber 19, 2011. Sister Ulrica

Inguito and the DML sisters

received the wheelchair. It

will be a great asset in assist-

ing all their residents both in

and out of the facilities.

Martha House had offered

a Holy Sacrifice of the mass

for the intentions of the Santo

Niño Council on September

30, at their chapel.

Photo shows Sister Ulrica

with Bro. Art Vanderzalm and GK Gregg Ravasco.

FIRST GOLF TOURNAMENT :

Congratulations to our winners Dale Nagrampa for

men’s category and Josephine Ong for ladies’ category,

on the first Santo Niño Golf Tournament held at Lake-

view Golf Course Par3 on Saturday, October 1, 2011. .

We would like to thank our sponsors: DGK Gary &

Diana Lazo, Hyundai Regina and Regina Honda for the

prizes. Thank you to our players: Seb Koh, Gerry Abao,

Rio Mercado, Rey Dimaano, Ricky Maraneta, Terry

Abadiano, Dale Nagrampa, Ferdie Sta. Maria, Art Van-

derzalm, Sam Tranquilino, Joel & Jo Ong, Gary & Diana

Lazo, Randell & Jet Trapane, Gregg & Chelo Ravasco

and a guest Geoff Franco.

SOUP DAY AT MARIAN CENTRE:

We have another successful Soup Day at Marian Centre on Novem-

ber 19, 2011 with the help of Noel Quinton, Ferdie & AnnaMae Fe-

liciano and Gregg & Chelo Ravasco. Efren and Paz Alejandria donated

$20 to the cause..

We made a sumptuous chicken macaroni soup which is a very spe-

cial treat to our less fortunate brothers. This was truly a warm and

wonderful

e x p e r i -

ence. We

h o p e

o t h e r s

could also

volunteer

to serve

our less

fortunate

b ro t he r s

next time.

Council members at major degree on Oct. 30, 2011

(See story on p.1)

NATIVITY SCENE SET-UP:

November 26, 2011, Saturday morning at 9am we’ve set up the na-

tivity scene at the front of Blessed Sacrament Church. Our council

would like to thank those who came to help: Gord Pilon and his 3 sons,

Ross, Scott and Todd, James Madrilejos, Art Vanderzalm, Pete Es-

canlar, Rio Mercado, Derick Ceredon, Jim Alvarez, Rodrigo Chiu,

Sonny de Paz, Rey Dimaano, Arman Rivero, Arnel Urbiztondo, Allan

Ngui, Terry Abadiano, Gregg Ravasco and Jay Jaca who made a deli-

cious chicken arrozcaldo.

December

07: Regina Chapter meeting

08: Immaculate Conception

17: Christmas Kettle at Tim Hortons inside Wal-Mart

(Harbour Landing), 10 to 5 pm.

15-23: Simbang Gabi (Christmas Masses),

6 pm at Holy Child Parish

25: Christmas Day Mass w/ Council doing liturgy and

Executive Meeting.

26: Boxing Day

27: Bingo for Charity at Bingo Palace, 6-12 pm

January, 2011

01: New Year’s Day

04: Regina Chapter Meeting

21: Council Free Throw Competition at

Leboldus High School, from 10am to 12nn.

22: Mass and Council Meeting

24: Bingo for Charity at Bingo Palace, 6-12 pm

February

01: Regina Chapter Meeting

08: Chaplain’s Day

12: Ladies Night -Casino Regina Telegraph Room

14: Valentine’s Day

21: Bingo for Charity at Bingo Palace, 6-12 pm

27: Mass and Council Meeting

Note: Altar servers Appreciation (TBA)

Upcoming Events Happy Birthday Brothers!

December

01- James Johnson

06- Ferdinand Sta. Maria

06- Carl Folk

07- Peter Thacyk

11- Noel Quinton

12- Ferdinand Feliciano

14- Gabe Seiferling

16- Metro Rybchuk

20- Fernando Inocalla

20- Lito Lopez

25- Chris Elpa

26- Sam Tranquilino

27- Joepet Cabugao

31– Umberto Gonzales

January

01– Cecilio Corpuz

01-Cecil Schnurr

01-Gabriel Katas

02- Dante Quintos

04-Bonifacio Borricano

09- Arnulfo Ventocilla

09- Glen Empleo

11- Reynaldo Dimaano

14- Rodrigo Caluza

16- Paul Castillo

16- Eumir (Rec) Mercado

16- Anthony Selinger

17– Mark Esguerra

17- Amado Paligan

17- Armand Rivero

20- Simon Firnesz

22- Frank Lang

22- Allan Regonas

23- Henry Kwasnitza

24- Peter Francis Siapno

28- James Descallar

30- Matthew Robinson

31- Butch Siapno

February

01- Walter McLashan

01- Joseph Fahlman

08- Fr. Emmett Morrissey

10- Gladwin Siapno

16- Ian Alarcon

19- Mike Kuffner

19- James Pageot

20– Fernando Sampaga

25- Ibn Dionisio

28- Rey Grapa

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Our Deep Condolences

to the families of

Bro. Constantin Buehler, PGK Fern L’Arrivee, and

Fr. Bernard Barry

Who passed away This Columbian Year

In Regina, Saskatchewan

Congratulations To

Bro. Joseph and Louise Pukal

On the Occasion of their

57th Wedding Anniversary

On October 30

Congratulations

and

Welcome our

Third DegreeMembers:

Umberto Gonzales

Fernando Sampaga

Vinedic Serrano

And to

Fr. Dan Rafael as their

Class Patron

Congratulations

To

PGK James

Madrilejos On being

Commissioned as a

Notary Public

RELEASE OF NEW CD BY THE RELATIVE:

A new CD titled “Experience” by the Relative is being re-

leased on Saturday, Dec. 10 at the German Club on 1727 St. John

St. near Saskatchewan Drive. The Relative is made up of singers

PGK Jim Alvarez, Kris and Eric James and band members Rob

Cocarell and Cam Wenzel. All twelve songs in the CD are

original, two each written by Kris and Eric and the rest by Bro.

Jim. An evening of live music and festive chaos is in the offing.

Entry at the door is $5 or a purchase of the CD for $15.

CHRISTMAS KETTLE DRIVE:

As in past years, Council is lending a hand to the Sal-

vation Army Christmas Kettle Drive by manning the charity

kettle on Saturday, December 17, 2011 in the Walmart South,

by Tim Hortons, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Volunteer Knights

are Allan Ngui, Dophy Alvarez, Jose Santiago, Arnel Urbiz-

tondo, Rod Creer, Rod Chiu, Art Vanderzalm, Gregg Ravasco,

and Randell Trapane.

FREE THROW TOURNAMENT:

The Council Free Throw Tournament is scheduled for Satur-

day, January 21, 2012 at the Dr. Martin LeBoldus High School

Gym from 10 a. m. to 12 noon. The tournament is open to boys

and girls aged 10 to 14. For more information or to register your

child, call our Youth Director Bro. Azel Siapno at 999-2227 or

email him at [email protected]. Winners move up to the

district and later the zone tournaments.

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Message from our Grand Knight

Brother Knights, This year, our council was blessed with

great achievements and activities. We are

proud to once again receive the STAR

COUNCIL AWARD under the leadership of

our past Grand Knight Pete Escanlar. This is

the 9th award received for the last 12 years

since our council was chartered. With this,

I’d like to thank all of you for your contribu-

tion in achieving this award.

I would also like to thank our vibrant members who tire-

lessly participated in our activities this year. The first golf tour-

nament was a great success, thanks to all our golfers and to Gary

and Diana for the prizes. Another great soup was served at the

at the Marian Centre, thanks to Bro. Ferdie snd Anna Mae Fe-

liciano and Bro Noel Quinton. We embarked into a pilgrimage

with Our Lady of Guadalupe and our council is honoured to

have our Lady’s icon displayed at Blessed Sacrament Church

and Saint Mary’s Church, thanks to all who prayed the rosary

and attended the novena and mass in honor of our Mother

Mary. I’d like to thank Fr. Tubale for celebrating the masses.

On Saturday before Advent, we set up of the Nativity Scene at

Blessed Sacrament, thanks to all our brothers and the Pilon fam-

ily who braved the cold and helped.

As we begin this Advent season, let us be reminded of our

faith and be prepared for the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.

On behalf of my family, I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a

Blessed New Year.

VIVA JESUS!

Gregg Ravasco Grand Knight

Message from our District Deputy

My Brother Knights,

Congratulations on another very excit-

ing Fall Season, as your Council celebrates a

number of accomplishments these past several

months. You have been blessed with a number

of new members, as seen in the community cele-

bration of First, Second and Third Degree Exem-

plifications. I had the pleasure of sharing the

inaugural celebration of our new Major Degree

ceremony with many of you as well; this was an exciting day and

one that I will cherish as a personal memory as a Knight.

I hope that you have all had a chance to read our Worthy

State Deputy's November message, where he discusses the impor-

tance of conviction and standing for our beliefs during challeng-

ing times. As the Martyrs accepted the ultimate test of their faith,

we are often challenged in our daily lives to take a stand for our

beliefs, sometimes even when it may not be the most popular

position. We remain true to our faith and the principles of our

Church, strong in our resolution and faith in those that guide

us. A reminder that there is a Men's Spiritual Enrichment Week-

end on March 16-17, 2012 at Holy Child Parish, here in Re-

gina. Please try to attend if you can. As we begin another Ad-

vent season, let us grasp this opportunity to grow stronger in our

relationship with our Saviour, Jesus Christ.

VIVAT JESUS! Kevin Roche

District Deputy #3

Kevin Roche

Gregg Ravasco

New at Advent

A few days ago, the new Roman Missal was used at the

Holy Mass on the first Sunday of Advent. I understand that the

Vatican wants the English translation to be linguistically faithful

to the original Latin Mass. With due respect to our Church and

its hierarchy, I’d like to express some reservations.

As a cradle Catholic, I would like to voice my uneasi-

ness at rephrasing many of the liturgy and Eucharistic prayers

that have become second nature to me. I know virtually all the

responses during Holy Mass. I can recite The Lord’s Prayer, Hail

Mary, and other prayers in my sleep. Now I have to be careful

and say the right words. For example, when Father says “Peace

be with you”, I should reply “And with your spirit” not “And also

with you.” For the Mystery of Faith, I am used to saying, “Christ

has died; Christ is risen; Christ will come again.” But now I have

to learn some other responses. Also, I kneel down and pray as

soon as I receive the communion. Now I have to stay standing

until all have received theirs. Old habits are hard to break.

I hope and pray that we learn the new missal and get

used to it. For now, let me wish you a “Merry Christmas” and

“Peace be with your spirit”.

ELK

Editorial

36 CHAIRS & TABLES FOR OUR COUNCIL:

Our council bought chairs and tables from the Saskatchewan

Union of Nurses through Brother Ibn Dionisio in September,

2011. Thanks to Art Vanderzalm, Laurence Shaber, Jim Alva-

rez and Gregg Ravasco for transporting them to Blessed Sacra-

ment Church chamber. Council is now using them during our

general and executive meetings.

PRO-LIFE CHAIN:

On October 2nd, 2011, Sunday, our council joined the Pro

-Life Chain held at the downtown Albert Street, fronting the Royal

Saskatchewan Museum. Members who attended the event were Rio

and Cecille Mercado and Carl and Nettie Folk.

Calling All Members

Financial Secretary Rey Dimaano (757-4521) invites

all members to pay their 2012 dues and pick up their

Knights of Columbus membership cards for 2012.