Prayer List |
Bill Crowder
Esther Silva Fr. Martin Nyland John Germain Phill Freda Steve Payne Kathleen Bonuccelli Deacon Jim Hepler Andrea Baker Al and Sandy Obuchowski Jeannie Torrey George Alexa Gerry Hovan Brenda Soares (RIP) |
Scholarships:
Here's a link to the college scholarship application funded by the Ancient Order of Hibernians:
Hibernians Application 2020
Contact Fred Walker (walkerfa@aol.com) for any questions on this AOH opportunity.
Here's a link to the college scholarship application funded by the Ancient Order of Hibernians:
Hibernians Application 2020
Contact Fred Walker (walkerfa@aol.com) for any questions on this AOH opportunity.
June Newsletter
Brothers:
First off, I pray for your safe well-being and for that of your families.
Congratulations to our newly-elected officer for next year! This is an outstanding slate of officers and we should have a great year!
Elected 2020-21 Council Officers
Grand Knight: Mike Mellor
Deputy Grand Knight: John Morgan
Chaplin: Reverend Francis Peffley (Appointed by the Bishop)
Chancellor: Joseph Moritz
Recorder: Mike Mannion
Financial Secretary: David Sharp, PGK (Appointed by Supreme)
Treasurer: James Cella, PGK
Advocate: Andrew Sheridan
Warden: Gorden Goetz
Inside Guard: George Alexa, PGK
Outside Guard One: Tom Komara
Outside Guard Two: Tommy Komara
There is much excitement with the restarting of Mass at our parishes. Please refer to the parish websites for details on what arrangements are in place to mitigate COVID exposure.
I am very pleased to announce this year’s scholarship winners! They are:
Brothers:
First off, I pray for your safe well-being and for that of your families.
Congratulations to our newly-elected officer for next year! This is an outstanding slate of officers and we should have a great year!
Elected 2020-21 Council Officers
Grand Knight: Mike Mellor
Deputy Grand Knight: John Morgan
Chaplin: Reverend Francis Peffley (Appointed by the Bishop)
Chancellor: Joseph Moritz
Recorder: Mike Mannion
Financial Secretary: David Sharp, PGK (Appointed by Supreme)
Treasurer: James Cella, PGK
Advocate: Andrew Sheridan
Warden: Gorden Goetz
Inside Guard: George Alexa, PGK
Outside Guard One: Tom Komara
Outside Guard Two: Tommy Komara
There is much excitement with the restarting of Mass at our parishes. Please refer to the parish websites for details on what arrangements are in place to mitigate COVID exposure.
I am very pleased to announce this year’s scholarship winners! They are:
| Awardee | College | Grand Knight's Comment: |
| Anna Clare Sparling | Duke | Congratulations! |
| Matilda Lukacs | York of PA | Congratulations! |
| Mary Bohi | Franciscan U | Kelly Baker Award Winner Congratulations! |
| Alina Jones | St. Thomas | Congratulations! |
| Michael Halick | Catholic U | Congratulations! |
| Luke Magee | Texas A&M | Whoop! Gig’em! |
| Laura Ryan | Mt St Mary's | Congratulations! |
| Tema Nwana | MIT | Congratulations! |
| Michael Huber | ODU | Congratulations! |
| Ronald Baraga | Virginia Tech | Congratulations! |
RIP
I regret to inform you with late news of the passing of our brother, Col. Michael L. Sorrentino, US Air Force. Mike passed away peacefully on July 27, 2019 at his home in Fairfax Station, VA, one week shy of his 90th birthday and was buried at Arlington Cemetery on 24 Jan 2020. He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Ruth Linda Sorrentino; his 2 children and their spouses: Michael Stephen & Donna Sorrentino and Christine (Tina) & Kent Hyatt; and 2 grandchildren: Dylan Michael Hyatt and Melissa Taylor Hyatt.
On May 27th Pope Francis approved the promulgation of a decree recognizing a miracle attributed to the intercession of the founder of the Knights of Columbus, Venerable Father Michael J. McGivney, our founder who served his flock during the pandemic of 1890, before himself becoming ill and dying of pneumonia. A date will soon be set for the beatification Mass, which will take place in Connecticut. It will include the reading of an apostolic letter from the Holy Father and the bestowing of the title “Blessed” on Father McGivney. More details can be found on the Supreme website, or here: https://www.fathermcgivney.org/en/for-the-media/michael-mcgivney-closer-to-sainthood.html
We are still holding our regular meetings, but in the virtual environment. Until the COVID risk becomes manageable, your safety is of primary importance. Please attend the virtual meetings. Details with links are provided the day before each meeting.
Please…everyone stay safe.
Vivat Jesu;
Steve
I regret to inform you with late news of the passing of our brother, Col. Michael L. Sorrentino, US Air Force. Mike passed away peacefully on July 27, 2019 at his home in Fairfax Station, VA, one week shy of his 90th birthday and was buried at Arlington Cemetery on 24 Jan 2020. He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Ruth Linda Sorrentino; his 2 children and their spouses: Michael Stephen & Donna Sorrentino and Christine (Tina) & Kent Hyatt; and 2 grandchildren: Dylan Michael Hyatt and Melissa Taylor Hyatt.
On May 27th Pope Francis approved the promulgation of a decree recognizing a miracle attributed to the intercession of the founder of the Knights of Columbus, Venerable Father Michael J. McGivney, our founder who served his flock during the pandemic of 1890, before himself becoming ill and dying of pneumonia. A date will soon be set for the beatification Mass, which will take place in Connecticut. It will include the reading of an apostolic letter from the Holy Father and the bestowing of the title “Blessed” on Father McGivney. More details can be found on the Supreme website, or here: https://www.fathermcgivney.org/en/for-the-media/michael-mcgivney-closer-to-sainthood.html
We are still holding our regular meetings, but in the virtual environment. Until the COVID risk becomes manageable, your safety is of primary importance. Please attend the virtual meetings. Details with links are provided the day before each meeting.
Please…everyone stay safe.
Vivat Jesu;
Steve
Updates
- Tribute to the Arlington Diocese Knights of Columbus - VIDEO
- First Friday Adoration SignUp - HERE
- Pay Council Dues - HERE
- Please prayerfully consider volunteering to lead the Rosary 20 minutes before Mass - HERE
- Ushers are needed to support our Parish. With a few more volunteers we hope to achieve our goal of one Mass assignment per month - Come join us in service!
Membership
If you're interested in becoming a Knight in Council 8600, please complete this form. Someone will contact you with the necessary details to start the process.
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Council 8600 Insurance Agent - Daniel Garrigan
Father McGivney, established the Knights of Columbus, and with it, a “pass-the-hat” insurance system to protect the Catholic families in his parish. Over time, that system has evolved, and today we stay true to our founding mission through our multi-billion dollars, top-rated insurance program. Members have exclusive access to our insurance program and products, including life insurance, retirement annuities, long-term care insurance, and disability income insurance. The men in our council are no doubt at various stages of life, with varying needs and varying means. Nevertheless, at some point in our lives, surely most of us will look for life insurance protection, retirement products, disability income or long-term care insurance. When you do, why would they look anywhere besides our very own Knights of Columbus? I challenge you to help spread the word of Father McGivney and how one hundred and thirty-five years ago, Father Michael J. McGivney worked to protect Catholic families. I challenge mentors to share this with your new Knights especially if they are Married.
We are honored to have Daniel servicing our members. You can find out more information by emailing him at Daniel.Garrigan@KOFC.ORG or you can set up an appointment at http://dangarrigan.genbook.com
Father McGivney, established the Knights of Columbus, and with it, a “pass-the-hat” insurance system to protect the Catholic families in his parish. Over time, that system has evolved, and today we stay true to our founding mission through our multi-billion dollars, top-rated insurance program. Members have exclusive access to our insurance program and products, including life insurance, retirement annuities, long-term care insurance, and disability income insurance. The men in our council are no doubt at various stages of life, with varying needs and varying means. Nevertheless, at some point in our lives, surely most of us will look for life insurance protection, retirement products, disability income or long-term care insurance. When you do, why would they look anywhere besides our very own Knights of Columbus? I challenge you to help spread the word of Father McGivney and how one hundred and thirty-five years ago, Father Michael J. McGivney worked to protect Catholic families. I challenge mentors to share this with your new Knights especially if they are Married.
We are honored to have Daniel servicing our members. You can find out more information by emailing him at Daniel.Garrigan@KOFC.ORG or you can set up an appointment at http://dangarrigan.genbook.com