Wishing All a Happy Thanksgiving

 

“In everything give thanks.” -1 Thessalonians 5:18

Happy Thanksgiving!

This year, for many of us, Thanksgiving looks different. Our gatherings might be smaller and our traditions might be modified, but in spite of all this — hope rings as we move forward together.

Wishing everyone a relaxing, peaceful day connecting in some way with the people you love.

Announcement for Religious Freedom Rally & Prayer Service

Brother Knights,

Religious Freedom Rally (In-Person)
At this LINK you open the attachment about the Religious Freedom Rally happening Saturday November 28th, 2020 in Salem (Oregon State Capitol - 900 Court St. NE, Salem OR 97301) at 1:30pm that was sent out by Stephen J. Radel (Knights of Columbus Oregon Executive Secretary).

Religious Freedom Prayer Service (Virtual)

Wednesday December 2nd @7pm

Zoom Meeting LINK

Meeting ID: 835 1055 2443

Passcode: q96ir5

Blessed Fr. Michael J. McGivney

Brother Knights,

In his 13 years of ministry, Fr. Michael J. McGivney served in two Connecticut parishes and a mission church, all within 25 miles of his birthplace. Now, 130 years after his death, he is known and venerated throughout the world. Knights of Columbus, their families and Catholics from nearly every continent recognize in him a holy example of faith and the universal principles that he taught — charity, unity, fraternity and patriotism. They honor his memory, ask for his intercession and pray that now-Blessed Michael McGivney will soon be canonized what they believe him to be — a saint.

Here is a new documentary (30 minutes) which explores the life, legacy and impact of Fr. Michael J. McGivney, the founder of the Knights of Columbus and apostle of spiritual brotherhood and unity.

LINK

Here is another video (2 minutes) on the impact of Fr. McGivney had on a brother Knight. Chief Onunaku from Nigeria is a passionate brother Knight and a testament to the worldwide impact of Father McGivney's life and legacy.

LINK

Columbia Special Issue: Blessed Michael McGivney 

The November 2020 issue of Columbia honors the life and legacy of our founder, Blessed Michael McGivney. It features an updated design and includes the story of the miraculous healing attributed to Father McGivney’s intercession, which paved the way for his beatification on Oct. 31. This commemorative issue can be read and easily shared ONLINE. Invite your friends, neighbors and prospective members to read about the Order’s founder — and America’s newest Blessed.

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                    Knights of Columbus Council 15485 - Virtual Meeting Minutes 11/17/2020

Council Recorder: James M. Morgan 503.320.1510

7 pm  Call to Order

• Warden's Membership Check was waived
• Prayer : Our Father 
• Pledge of Allegiance
• Roll call of officers waived
• Our previous meeting minutes were approved

7:05 pm  The Grand Knight, Marc Gregoire, made comments

• He explained that he had contacted a gall bladder infection and had to be hospitalized for 4 days, and then had to recuperate at home.
• He discussed Father J. McGivney's Beatification on 10/31/2020
• He thanked all veteran's for their service to the USA
• And he asked us to think about resolutions that could be offered at the 2021 State Convention
• He informed us that there would be a Men's Holy League at St. Josephs Parish on 12/5/2020
• We discussed the Fraternal Benefits Night 
• In conclusion he advised us to watch our blog for all kinds of new information forthcoming
• He pointed out that we had no forms due until 2021

7:10 pm     For the Good of the Order  - Mike O'Phelen spoke 

• He pointed out that as Thanksgiving approached, we should be thankful for our lives
• That we were a eucharistic people who worked to advance Christianity
• and he asked us to let Jesus Christ guide us through the Holy Spirit

7:20 pm  Treasurer's Report --- Mike Devlin

1. Beginning checking balance $ 1,483.69
2. Check issued to Our Lady of Peace Retreat $100.06
3. End checking balance $1, 377.69
4. Savings balance $543.49
5. Charity Savings balance $5.67

7:25pm  Financial Secretary's Report --- Phil Jarvis

• The council welcomed Dan Riecher who became a 3rd K of C installation kits

7:30 pm  Committees Report

• Program Director  --- Gene Andres
• St. John Fisher has a Eucharistic Admiration & Rosary 1st Tuesday 7 pm
• St. Clare has the same type  service on the  1st Saturday from 2 to 4 pm 

       Parish & School Updates

1. St. Clare Parish - Ted Seeber & Mike O'Phelen  discussed State Freeze on Mass
2. St. Elizabeth of Hungary -- Marc Gregoire noted elder parishioners were seated first
3. St. John Fisher -- Gene Andres/ Mike Devlin Fr. Richardson added masses to help parishioners

        Faith Director ---  Don Mey  discussed adoration for Lenora Lewis

        Community Director --- Michael Chau  Nothing from Community at this time

        Life Director --- Ted Seeber ... He will pick up baby bottles this week for donation collections

        Family Director --- Ted Seeber ... Nothing to report at this time

        Membership Director --- Ted Seeber ... Thank you Dan and Erik Riecher for becoming members

        Retention Chairman --- Mike O'Phelen   ... Excused from meeting.

7:45 pm   K of C Business

• No neighbor left behind recorded no complaints
• James M. Morgan reported limited activity & promised to contact everyone this week.
• Advertising / Gene Andres did not have anything to report
• Ted Seeber's winning of the Star Council Award was discussed; Eill drop further award activity
• Marc Gregoire reported 24 St. John Fisher students will participate in the Essay contest.
• We skipped over further discussion of the Our Lady of Peace Retreat House

8 pm  New Business

• No fund raising conversation
• The State Survey is being re-written by the State, Sid will release it soon
• We will have a December meeting
• No dues will be raised in 2021 for unemployed K of C members or members in distress
• We discussed how well the St. Vincent de Paul volunteers collected and distributed food.

• District Deputy Dan Boone was excused from the meeting

8:15 pm   Sick or in Distress ---  We prayed for:

1. Doctors, Nurses and Technicians fighting the covid - 19 Pandemic
2. Mary Bunday who has to have a shoulder surgery in December
3. Ken Paulson who was ill recently

8:20 pm  Closing Prayer

        God bless the work of the council and its members and grant eternal peace to the souls of departed members.

        We pray for the canonization of Father Michael J. McGivney

Holy League Men's Conference Online Edition

Less time, Lower cost, Less Travel!  Yes, the Holy League Men's Conference is going online, Walking With St Joseph, 8am-5pm, streaming online.  $40 registration down from $60.  Click on link as above to register.

Council Meeting Tues November 17th 7pm (Online)

Hello Brother Knights,

Please join us this Tuesday, November 17th at 7pm for our next online Council #15485 meeting.

Here is the AGENDA to download along with our closing prayer. 

Marc will open the chat room at 6:50pm. Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or phone.

MEETING LINK

You can also dial in using your phone if needed.

United States: 646-749-3122

Access Code: 372-718-853

One-touch: tel:+16467493122,,372718853# 

Veterans Day

On Veterans Day today, we are privileged to honor and give thanks to men and women in uniform, past and present, across the globe.  

A sincere thank you to all Veterans who have served and who continue to serve. Those who live in freedom will always be grateful to those who helped preserve it. Today we thank you, we salute you, and honor you!

Men Holy League @ St. Joseph December 5th, 2020

I have signed up for the 5th Annual Holy League Catholic Men's Conference, have you?

This is a great opportunity to listen to Fr. Don Calloway's incredible journey to the priesthood, Bear Wozniak a World Champion Surfer, adventurer, and seeker of god, Fr. Stephen Kenyon who was sponsored by a number of Oregon Councils through the RSVP program while attending at Mt. Angel Seminary, and Fr. Eric Anderson from St. Stephens who is bring back the traditional mass as well as an incredible homilies.

Attached you will see the FLYER with the registering location. Get your tickets now before they are all taken for this great event.

Vivat Jesus,
 
Ron Boyce
Knights of Columbus
Oregon State Deputy

Call for Resolutions for State Convention 2021

Brother Knights,

It is time to start thinking and formulating resolutions for discussion and/or enactment at the 2021

State Convention in Klamath Falls, on April 30th to May 2nd , 2021 (Note State By-Laws Article 1,
Sec. 13 & 14).

Resolutions sent from councils need to be signed by either the Grand Knight or Trustee and the
Financial Secretary. The original copy with appropriate signatures and the imprinted Knights of
Columbus Council Seal needs to be sent to the State Advocate by February 28, 2021. Copies of
the original resolution also need sent to both the State Deputy and State Secretary.

A Resolution Committee appointed by the State Deputy in January will review the resolutions in
early March. Copies of the resolutions with the committee’s recommendation will be sent to all
councils approximately 60 days prior to the State Convention. Delegates that will be attending the
State Convention should be knowledgeable of the contents of the resolutions and be ready to
discuss and/or vote the opinion of their council.

If you have questions regarding formation of a resolution, my phone number is 541-974-5716, or
you can reference a copy of the proceedings of previous state conventions.

Fraternally yours,
Thomas F. Radel
Oregon State Advocate

Star Council Awarded to Ted Seeber at St. Clare's

 As you all know, we got Star Council last year.  This is a yearly award for councils that achieve insurance, membership, and charitable program quotas.  Some reasons we got this award include:

• Coats for Kids
  
• RSVP program for Vocations
• Our involvement with Mother and Child Education Center fundraising
• Our involvement with Special Olympics
• 8th Grade Essay Contest
• Our Pro-Life rosaries on 1st Saturday Adoration at St. Clare and 1st Tuesday Adoration at SJF
• Two transfers and a new member last year
• COVID-19 spiritual program last spring

We will be repeating this presentation at a date to be determined at SJF- Gene was ill this week, so we needed to reschedule.  One surprise is that pins came with the award, one for the Past Grand Knight, one for the Program Director (Gene Andres) and one for the Membership Director (Joe Mildenberger).  Thanks are also due to District Deputy Dan Boone, who helped keep us on track.  On the plus side, by rescheduling the SJF presentation, Dan will be able to be there.

Pictures were taken, so here they are.