Page - 1 The Communicator Knights of Columbus Immaculate Conception Council 11991, Goose Creek, SC Volume 21, Issue 3 Senior Editor: Lenny Tittle September 2018 Grand Knight’s Message Well, we have made it through another month. I say, we because the ship has had soft winds and smooth seas. When it becomes a submarine – it will become a “I”. Really was a quiet month, not to0 much going on. Our Social last night was very well attended. We had over 70 brothers/wives for the “Pot Luck” dinner and believe me, we had enough food to feed an Army. It was also back to School supplies collection. Approximately 100 pounds of supplies will be delivered to St. John Catholic School in North Charleston (got it right this time) beginning next month. I thank You and I am sure the Kids will Thank You. There was a new twist last night. We had four members celebrate their birthday. It was a surprise. They were greeted with the Birthday song and a cupcake. I forgot to have them stand on their chair and do the “Chicken Dance”. The fifty/fifty drawing was profitable for Jimmy Hernandez “ The Camera Man” and our Family of the month was awarded to Larry and Ann Rocco. A well-deserved couple. You call – they come. Larry and Ann do not hesitate to assist any time. The Knight of the month went to a member that is normally in the shadows and nobody thinks about all the involvement he does at Church. Brother Mike Wilson was honored and will be presented his certificate at the vigil mass. Next Month, we have slated in/on (whatever) the books for Highway Clean-up on Saturday 8 th . Always use help there, I understand that Chris’s motto is “Clean & Feed”.
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The Communicator Knights of Columbus
Immaculate Conception Council 11991, Goose Creek, SC
Volume 21, Issue 3 Senior Editor: Lenny Tittle September 2018
Grand Knight’s Message
Well, we have made it through another month. I say, we because the ship has had soft winds
and smooth seas. When it becomes a submarine – it will become a “I”. Really was a quiet month,
not to0 much going on.
Our Social last night was very well attended. We had over 70 brothers/wives for the “Pot
Luck” dinner and believe me, we had enough food to feed an Army. It was also back to School
supplies collection. Approximately 100 pounds of supplies will be delivered to St. John Catholic
School in North Charleston (got it right this time) beginning next month. I thank You and I am
sure the Kids will Thank You.
There was a new twist last night. We had four members celebrate their birthday. It was a surprise.
They were greeted with the Birthday song and a cupcake. I forgot to have them stand on their
chair and do the “Chicken Dance”.
The fifty/fifty drawing was profitable for Jimmy Hernandez “ The Camera Man” and our Family
of the month was awarded to Larry and Ann Rocco. A well-deserved couple. You call – they
come. Larry and Ann do not hesitate to assist any time.
The Knight of the month went to a member that is normally in the shadows and nobody thinks
about all the involvement he does at Church. Brother Mike Wilson was honored and will be
presented his certificate at the vigil mass.
Next Month, we have slated in/on (whatever) the books for Highway Clean-up on Saturday 8th .
Always use help there, I understand that Chris’s motto is “Clean & Feed”.
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Grand Knight’s message continued…
We have the Blood Drive on Sunday 9th with Service Sunday.
And then we are back to another Fun filled Social. Football is just starting up – and what do you
do for a game, Yup! Got it right. Pizza and Beer. It is also the month we collect Diapers (more
Info later). Floppy Lips here has said enuff.
Bon Voyage
Your Grand Knight
SK Frank Strunk
A message from our Grand Knight and Council 11991 Admission Degree Captain SK Frank Strunk
Gentlemen / Brother Knights
I am going out again to all Knights of our Council 2nd Degree and above to join the Admission (1st) Degree
Team. Except for the Aids, all parts/positions have a speaking part in the Degree. It is not mandatory to have it
memorized but recommended. The positions are as follows;
Grand Knight – speaking. Controls the exemplification.
Deputy Grand Knight – speaking. Uses props/aids
Chancellor – speaking. Uses prop/aids
Financial Secretary – speaking. Instructs new candidates
Warden – speaking. Oversees the exemplification
Inside Guard - speaking ( one line ). Also escorts candidates
Outside Guard – Controls traffic during exemplification
Aids – Escorts candidates before and after exemplification
This is great time to support the new members requesting admittance into the Knights of Columbus and
show them and the council we are made of or what YOU are made of and what they can become.
Please contact me if you are interested…
Deputy Grand Knight’s Message
Joe O'Saben, DGK No message this month
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District Deputy’s Message
Brothers!
When was the last time you did something for your spiritual life?
I can honestly answer that I attended a special curriculum put on by the Dioses of Charleston
beginning last Thursday and finishing on Sunday Afternoon. WOW!!!
But when did you last go to a Bible study? A men’s group? Or maybe something the Pastor was
doing (mine likes to do the books of the Bible)? Any and all are great answers. We as Knights
should be involved in the spiritual opportunities of our faith. But how can we maintain to be
practical Catholics if all we rely on is the information we learned for our Confirmation? After all
for many of us it’s been more than a few years ago.
Consider this your invitation to expand your knowledge of our faith.
On the lighter side… Our Field Agent Brandon Chambers was with me last weekend. He practiced
what I preach. He talked to many, many men about becoming a knight. He managed to recruit 3
men for the state (and not a one in our District). But he was on fire-and all I wanted to do was
sleep when the chance came.
So Brothers please consider what I have asked you. I will not be monitoring you. But maybe your
family and friends will, I know God will notice.
Pat Davis Vivat Jesus! District 13
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Our Field Agent’s Message
We Stand Strong On Ethical Ground
Some people believe that ethics in business is a contradiction in terms. They think that in order to
be profitable, a company and its leaders must abandon morality and embrace the dark, greedy side
that they see so often in the news and in movies.
At the Knights of Columbus, we know this isn’t true. A business can be both ethical and
successful. We are.
As a Catholic organization, we understand the value and importance of our core beliefs and the
original mission of Venerable Father Michael J. McGivney. In fact, much of the strength and
financial security we provide to members and their families can be attributed to our ethical, moral
standards.
More than 96 percent of Knights who buy our life insurance keep it, year in and year out. The
Order takes this commitment to our members very seriously. This means carefully planning when
it comes time to invest. Our professional staff researches all transactions to insure that they fall in
line with Catholic values. If a transaction makes them uncomfortable, they don’t make it.
“We exclude any company engaged in activity that conflicts with Catholic moral teaching:
companies directly involved in abortion, contraception, human cloning, embryonic stem cell
research, for-profit health care that pays for any of these, or pornography,” said Supreme Knight
Carl Anderson. “There are many companies in the pharmaceutical and communications industries
that would undoubtedly provide excellent returns for us, but which are not in our portfolio because
they engage in research and development or programming in ways that violate the sanctity or
dignity of human life.”
In the end, the Knights of Columbus investment strategy is motivated by morality, not money.
Yet, each year we remain profitable, increase our assets and stay dedicated to this vision that will
keep the Order financially sound for generations to come.
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Field Agent’s Report continued
But don’t just take our word for it. In 2018 the Knights of Columbus was named a “World’s Most
Ethical Company” by the Ethisphere Institute for the fifth year in a row. We were one of only two
life insurance companies to earn the honor.
“Faithful Catholics have choices when buying life insurance,” said the Supreme Knight. “But they
know that at the Knights of Columbus their policy is supplied by an insurer that shares their moral
and ethical values and is guided in all of its investment and sales practices by those values.”
Contact me today to learn more about our products.
PLEASE PRAY FOR THE FOLLOWING ACTIVE DUTY PERSONNEL: Mohse E. Alcantara, USN; Sgt Bruce Gene Alexander, Jr, USMC; David B. Blom, USN; A1C Dominic Zuniga Brinker USAF; MSgt Jason Brown, USAF; LCDR Samuel N. Caoile MD, USN; PV2 Carlos B. Eraula, USA; PO2 Francisco B. Eraula, USN; A1C Matthew Godbold, USAF; Sgt Milton Grant, Jr, USMC; SPC Jerehmy Guerry, USA; PFC Drew Haught, USA; SPC Marten James Jackson, USA; Major Melissa Jones, PO1 John V. Lleva, USN; Private Michael Luker, USAR; SGT William Lynch, USA; EDMC Scott MacFarlane, USN; TSgt James McLarty, Army National Guard; SGT Arbie Ignatius Melendrez, USA; David & Zita Merrick, USAF; PFC Ken Mitre, USA; ESN EJ Morales, USN; L.A. Morales, USN; Matthew Mullenniex, USCG; SSG James Munro, USA; FN Daniel Murphy, USN; Capt Melissa K. Opheim, USAF; LT Benjamin Pearson, USAF; Anthony Dainell Pettigrew II, USA; LCpl Chris Schneider, USMC; SGT William H. Stasiek, USA; Ben Stolz, USAF; Saji Thomas; SGT David J. Turner, USA; TSgt Wilsen B. Villareal, USAF; Matt Winters, USAF; PO1 Michael Worthem, USN; Chief Robert W. Zahrn.
Prayer for Our Country’s Military
“Protect them from the physical and moral dangers of military life. Keep them close to You and
help them live the Commandments. Lord, Jesus, give them courage to serve their Country with
honor and dignity. Be with them when they are in danger strengthening them when they face
hardships. And Lord, grant that, when their service is finished, they may return to us sound in
mind, body and soul. In particular, we remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in
service to their fellow man and Country. Amen.”
Editor’s Note: If you have pictures or progress reports from family or
fellow Knights serving in the Armed Forces, please send them to me
for the next edition
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Good of the Order (Good of the Order is refreshed from previous Business & O&D Meetings)
Please keep in your prayers for healing and spiritual support:
Ed Cavadias, Steve Cavadias, Jophen Cobasko, Pat Davis, Katy Diren, Loretta Gabriel,
Heinz Griebech, Tim Kenefick, Ken Kosa, Sandra Lareau, Wayland Moody, Sue Phillips,
Jerry Tenney, Remi Silva & Naz Yangco, Baba Walters, & Mike Wilson
Almighty and Eternal God, You are the everlasting health of those who believe in You.
Hear us for Your sick servants for whom we implore the aid of Your tender mercy,
that being restored to bodily health, they may give thanks to You in Your Church.
Through Christ our Lord, Amen
September 2018 Birthdays & Anniversaries
Our Birthdays:
2 - Robert Ashton, 4 - Caleb Weston, 7 - Omar Billigue, 9 - Juan Avila, 10 - Robert Lopez
11 - William Davis, 13 - John Enright, 13 - Harold Phillips, 14 - Michael Cousino
16 - Ian Samson, 17 - Kenneth Luengo, 19 – Father Liam Reza Panganiban, 20 - Thomas Arnold
21 - Robert Rose, 27 - Michael Arcady, 28 - Lance Laidlaw, 30 - Jason Brown & Michael Della Croce
Abortion Is Already Legal — Stop Trying to Change It
“This month we editorialize the topic of The Unborn Child Being Unfit/Unwanted
Although this was the fifth most popular response in our survey, this is actually the number one reason why men
and women abort their children today. They simply don’t want a child. This argument takes numerous forms:
“If a baby has Down syndrome, she should be aborted. She will have a tough life anyhow, and her family
will struggle with a special needs child.”
“Better to be aborted than adopted by a pervert.”
“The world is overpopulated and resources are limited. We need abortion to control the planet’s
resources.”
“What will become of a baby born into a drug-infested home?”
“I don’t want a child right now. I can’t afford it.”
1. “I can’t afford a child right now.” With an overwhelming number of abortions being performed because of inconvenience and/or financial
constraints, the Unfit/Unwanted argument is the primary cultural assumption we must aggressively defeat.
Fortunately, it is one of the simplest to refute. Again, I refer to Scott Klusendorf who trains people using a concept
called “trot out the toddler.” If we agree with science, medicine, ethics, and philosophy, then we agree that life in
the womb is equal in value to human life outside the womb. So, when someone claims that if a pregnant woman
wants an abortion because she claims she can’t afford a baby, we have an easy response: “If the mother has a
toddler, why not kill him? The toddler is probably more expensive than the baby anyhow. The mother will save
more money killing the toddler than the unborn child.”
2. “If a baby has Down Syndrome, she should be aborted. She will have a tough life anyhow, and her
family will struggle with a special needs child.” The “trot out the toddler” argument can again be applied to those who claim that “unborn babies with defects
should be aborted. It’s better that they aren’t a burden to society.” Our reply should then be: “Why not kill
toddlers with Down Syndrome, too? How about toddlers in wheelchairs, or toddlers with birth defects or cystic
fibrosis?” If we are okay killing them in the womb, then why not kill them outside the womb as well?
3. “Some babies shouldn’t be born into harmful homes. It’s better if they never have to experience that.” Okay, what about preschoolers who are living in those conditions now? Why not kill them and save them years of
pain and hurt at home? “Trotting out the toddler” forces the abortion advocate to defend why the unborn is less
valuable than those of us already born. ALL of these arguments are based on the assumption that life in the womb
is expendable but life outside of it is not. Would we seriously considering killing a five-year-old because his
parents abuse him? Of course not — we’d work to protect and defend the child. Why are we okay with killing a
child in the womb simply because of the potential that he or she may be born into a difficult home? Would we kill
a child with Down Syndrome because his conditions make caring for him more of a challenge than caring for a
child who does not have Down Syndrome? If that were the case, why do we have unique events like the Special
Olympics that honor kids with disabilities?
Make the abortion advocate define and defend why life in the womb is worthless. It’s an argument that can’t be
won based on science or ethics. The premise of the pro-life position is that the value of an unborn child’s life is
not determined by whether or not her parents want her or will be good parents. The value of the child’s life is
based on the fact that the child is a member of the human race, created by God with a special purpose and amazing
potential — the same value as toddlers.”
With unwavering hope, FOR LIFE! We continue to affirm that abortion will not be ended in the Courts – It will be