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Knights of Columbus
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Annunciation Council #3826
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P.O. Box 91
U.S.
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
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ONE NATION UNDER GOD
THE KNIGHTS NEWS
Charity, Unity, Fraternity, Patriotism
Grand Knight – SK Michael Rua
Webpage: www.kofc3826.org Email: kofc3826@gmail.com
COUNCIL MTGS. OFFICERS MTGS. COLUMBIA CLUB MTGS.
2nd Tuesday of the month 4th Monday of the month Scheduled as required
Msgr. Reinbold Hall Msgr. Reinbold Hall St. Mary's Rectory
St. Mary's Church St. Mary's Church W. Bay Ave. Barnegat, NJ
W. Bay Ave. Barnegat, NJ W. Bay Ave. Barnegat, NJ
Columbian Squires Squire Rose Circle LADIES AUXILIARY
Squire Circle for boys Squire Rose Circle for
ages 10-18 girls ages 10-18 Our Ladies Auxiliary is
for information contact for information contact being reorganized
Chief Counselor Head Counselor
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THE KNIGHTS NEWS / April 2021
WORTHY OFFICERS 2020 – 2021
Friar SK Msgr. Ken Tuzeneu 609-698-5531 Lecturer SK Ted Stopkoski 609-618-1122
Grand Knight SK Michael Rua 609-713-7171 Inside Guard SK Dave Cisek 609-660-0385
Deputy GK SK Pete Galvano 973-668-9987 Inside Guard SK Joseph Sigillo 480-722-3982
Chancellor SK Chris Rua 732-278-4279 Outside Guard SK Bob Tinervin,PGK,PFN 609-296-7055
Warden SK Anthony Kappmeier 609-312-7442 Ins Field Agent Jim Pandolfo 609-276-3062
Financial Secr. SK Frank Miri 609-661-8971 Trustee 1st Yr SK John Pescatore,PGK 201-669-6437
Treasurer SK Louis Serrao,PGK 609-848-3779 Trustee 2nd Yr SK Ray Wojcik 609-242-2829
Recorder Edward McGuigan 609-698-3936 Trustee 3rd Yr SK Chester Mankowski,PGK 609-276-8990
Advocate SK Sal Nicosia 609-661-5161 District Deputy SK Jeff Hawarden,PGK 732-768-0479
CHAPLAIN'S MESSAGE
If you subtract 7 from 100, you will get 93. If you subtract 10 from 93, you will get 83.
More than a simple math test, those numbers roughly reflect the current state of the Church.
About 7% of all Catholics are fully engaged, meaning they are strong in their faith, attend
Mass and religious events regularly and are involved in the parish through at least one
ministry. At the opposite end of the spectrum, there are approximately 10% who are
disengaged. They have “checked-out” and are no longer event remotely connected. That
leaves a whopping 83% that range from being mildly engaged to those are on the verge of
falling away.
These are sobering statistics that in stark fashion present the challenges we face. I
believe that our Knights are in that 7%, which is, of course, a blessing, but it also serves
as a reminder of the burden you carry. You are a “weight-bearing” wall. Of course, it is
the Holy Spirit that sustains the Church, but in human terms, it is the 7% that carry the hopes
and dreams of the Church. That is a lot of responsibility, but it is additionally a summons to
remain steadfast. Literally, the Lord is counting on you. Bearing that weight and
responsibility can be overwhelming, but it is absolutely vital to continue to be strong.
Further, it is a challenge. Jesus spoke of asking the Master to send workers into the
vineyard to reap the harvest, to put out into the deep to be “fishers of men.” That summons is
as necessary today as it was to the first apostles. We are in the Easter Season in which the
Church proclaims again the good news of Resurrection and New Life. Sadly, there are
countless, even Catholics, who have not embraced that message and that truth. I invite you, in
this holy season, to recommit to the work of the Church, remaining part of the loyal 7% but
also determined to win over some of that 83%. The Lord is counting on us!
Happy Easter!
Msgr. Ken
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GRAND KNIGHT'S MESSAGE
Greetings Brothers
I have some good news moving forward, we will have an informal council meeting. On
April 13th in the Parish Center at 7:30 it will be our first one in over a year and all covid rules
will be implemented, masks required for all that choose to come. We will have an in-person and
a virtual meeting hopefully. We are moving ahead and have scheduled St. Mary’s Golf Outing
on September 27th. We are actively looking for Sponsors and Players or both. You can call 609-
978-6508 and leave a message or let us know at the meetings. Tentatively starting May 1st, if not
sooner, we will again be raffling off season tickets to the Giants home games. If you have not
yet paid your dues please do so, we will keep you all updated as we go, hope to see you all, be
safe and God bless.
Vivat Jesus
Yours in his service
Mike Rua G.K.
INSURANCE MATTERS
The Knights have products to assist members and families. Please contact Jim Pandolfo,
District Agent, K of C @ 609-276-3062 for an Insurance review. If you have an Annuity with
the Knights, please ask about our Settlement options.
District Agent, Jim Pandolfo.
phone: 609-276-3062
e-mail: james.pandolfo@kofc.org
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBPAGE AT www.kofc3826.org FOR
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
April 4: EASTER SUNDAY
April 4: ST. MARY’S MONTHLY BREAKFAST: Canceled because of COVID-19.
April 13: KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS INFORMAL COUNCIL MEETING: Parish Center at
7:30pm.
May 2: ST. MARY’S MONTHLY BREAKFAST: Sponsored by Knights of Columbus
Annunciation Council 3826 will be hosting a parish breakfast with a family friendly cost
in the Parish Center from 8:00am until 12:00 noon, every first Sunday. We hope your
family will join our families. for a little food and community camaraderie. Volunteers
are needed and always welcome.
May 14 & 15: 2021 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS STATE CONVENTION: Canceled because of COVID-
19.
June 6: ST. MARY’S MONTHLY BREAKFAST: Sponsored by Knights of Columbus
Annunciation Council 3826 will be hosting a parish breakfast with a family friendly cost
in the Parish Center from 8:00am until 12:00 noon, every first Sunday. We hope your
family will join our families. for a little food and community camaraderie. Volunteers
are needed and always welcome.
July 1: ST. MARY’S MONTHLY BREAKFAST: Sponsored by Knights of Columbus
Annunciation Council 3826 will be hosting a parish breakfast with a family friendly cost
in the Parish Center from 8:00am until 12:00 noon, every first Sunday. We hope your
family will join our families. for a little food and community camaraderie. Volunteers
are needed and always welcome.
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Prayer for the Canonization of
Blessed Michael McGivney
Founder of the Knights of Columbus
God, our Father, protector of the poor and defender of the widow and
orphan, you called your priest, Blessed Michael McGivney, to be an apostle
of Christian family life and to lead the young to the generous service of their
neighbor. Through the example of his life and virtue, may we follow your
Son, Jesus Christ, more closely, fulfilling his commandment of charity and
building up his Body which is the Church. Let the inspiration of your
servant prompt us to greater confidence in your love so that we may
continue his work of caring for the needy and the outcast. We humbly ask
that you glorify Blessed Michael McGivney on earth according to the design
of your holy will. Through his intercession, grant the favor I now present
(here make your request). Through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
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Supreme Chaplain's Monthly Challenge
While they were still speaking about this, he stood in their midst and said to them, “Peace be
with you.” But they were startled and terrified and thought that they were seeing a ghost. Then he said
to them, “Why are you troubled? And why do questions arise in your hearts? Look at my hands and my
feet, that it is I myself.” (Gospel for April 18, Lk 24:36-39)
After Jesus rose from the dead, the apostles were confused and afraid. But showing them his
wounds, Jesus proved his identity. Whenever we find ourselves confused or fearful, let us remember
that Christ is risen, and that it was “by his wounds we were healed” (Is 53:5). If Christ had not suffered
and died, he could not have risen from the dead: without Good Friday; there would be no Easter
Sunday. May we unite our suffering to Christ’s, rejoice always in his resurrection and base our lives on
his peace and presence among us.
Challenge by Supreme Chaplain Archbishop William E. Lori:
This month, ideally on Good Friday, I challenge you to visit your local parish and pray the
Stations of the Cross. Second, I challenge you to participate in the Faith in Action Good Friday Family
Promotion program to aid your fellow parishioners in remembering Christ’s passion, in anticipation of
his resurrection.
Questions for Reflection:
When you are suffering, do you tend to find yourself forgetting God or drawing closer to him?
What does it mean to “offer it up” when we are suffering? How does the reality of Christ’s resurrection
offer us comfort, peace and hope during the trials and tribulations of this life?
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Annunciation Council #3826
St Mary’s 2021 Lenten “Fish Fry-days”
AS THE LENTEN SEASON APROACHES, WE ARE SORRY TO ANNOUNCE THAT WE
WILL NOT BE OFFERING OUR ANNUAL FISH FRYS. THIS, OF COURSE, IS DUE TO THE
COVID-19 PANDEMIC AND OUR DESIRE TO KEEP EVERYONE SAFE.
AS YOU KNOW, WE USE THE MONEY EARNED AT THE FISH FRYS AS WELL AS
MONEY FROM OUR OTHER FUNDRAISERS (WHICH ALSO HAVE BEEN CANCELED
THIS YEAR) TO FUND ALL OF OUR CHARITABLE CAUSES.
AS WE CONTEMPLATE HOW THE PANDEMIC HAS NEGATIVELY AFFECTED ALL OF
US, PLEASE LET US NOT FORGET THOSE WHO ARE MOST IN NEED.
WITH THIS IN MIND, PLEASE FIND IT IN YOUR HEARTS
TO HELP US IN OUR CONTINUING MISSION OF CHARIY.
NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL AND ALL TOGETHER
WE CAN DO GREAT THINGS!
PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO:
Knights of Columbus #3826
MAIL DONATIONS TO:
Knights of Columbus #3826
PO BOX 91
MANAHAWKIN N.J. 08050
THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!
The Knights of Annunciation Council #3826
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ADOPT A SISTER
ADOPT A SISTER DONATION
The Adopt a Sister program was an idea born out of great need as aging Sisters and retirement
costs hit home. Today, our Sisters still rely on the generosity of their adopted family to take
care of them. And, in gratitude for your faith and friendship, your “adopted” Sister will pray for
you each day for a year. Join us in giving back to those who have given so much.
You too can Adopt, check it out by going to https://salesiansisters.org/donation/
Thank you and God Bless.
9UPCOMING CRUISES
NO CRUISES PLANNED AT THIS TIME
UPCOMING BUS TRIPS
NO BUS TRIPS PLANNED AT THIS TIME
UPCOMING TRIPS BY AIR
NO AIR TRIPS PLANNED AT THIS TIME
Proceeds from all of our trips go to
St. Jude's Hospital, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, and many others.
For information or reservations for any of these trips
please contact Charles Serwin at 609-978-0970
10PRAYERS FOR THOSE WHO
ARE SICK OR IN NEED
Jose’ Apuy-Serra Apr/2020 Religious Liberties Act INDEF
Tom Caffrey Apr/2020 Victims & Families of 911 INDEF
Jimmy Servedio Apr/2020 COVID-19 Pandemic INDEF
Tom Bruno Apr/2020
Memphis Rank Apr/2020
Sal Nicosia Apr/2020
Glenn Tooth May/2020
Chris Rua May/2020
Glenn Culos Sep/2020
John Pescatore Oct/2020
Donald De Lotto Oct/2020
Mike Pepenella Nov/2020
Elaine Lyons Nov/2020
The Kundrat Family Dec/2020
Joe DeAngelis Dec/2020
Mike Bruno Dec/2020
Peter Tooth Dec/2020
Mikayla Rua Dec/2020
Vinnie Soccodato Family Jan/2021
Frank Leotta Jan/2021
Richie Porsch Feb/2021
Anton Picinic Feb/2021
Bill & Theresa Benedict Mar/2021
Ken Stawarz Mar/2021
Colleen Miri Mar/2021
Frank Miri Mar/2021
Bob Dodds Mar/2021
Sue Serrao Mar/2021
Tom Hartley Mar/2021
11PRAYERS FOR THE RECENTLY DECEASED
Eduardo “Ed” Vidal Apr/2020 Sheldon Dubinett Oct/2020
Jennie Leuck Apr/2020 Ginger Mankowski Nov/2020
Sister Helen Apr/2020 Joseph Barnet Dec/2020
Msgr. Charles C. Cassidy Apr/2020 Frank Friedhoff Dec/2020
Richard Westfall Apr/2020 Giovanni Schimenti Dec/2020
Bill Kingston Apr/2020 Paul Gac Jan/2021
Kimberly Swanhaus Apr/2020 Gene Reinsel Jan/2021
Eleanor Mattei May/2020 Vincent Tavormina Jan/2021
William J. McDevitt May/2020 William Herkert Feb/2021
Erin M. Rua May/2020
Robert J Andriuolo Jun/2020
Joseph Vaccaro Jul/2020
Harry Kundrat Sep/2020
George Willan Oct/2020
Mike Kinahan Oct/2020
All names will remain on our prayer lists for one year.
Prayer to Father Michael J. McGivney
(Founder of the Knights of Columbus)
O great and glorious God, you imbued your holy priest,
Father Michael J. McGivney,
with deep priestly virtue and especially with pastoral concern for the poor,
the orphan, the widow, for the Christian education of youth,
for the protection of the faith of the working man of his day.
Now that his priestly ministry continues to spread to countless millions
throughout the world through the efforts and influence of the Order
of the Knights of Columbus, which Father McGivney founded,
we beseech you, Heavenly Father, to raise your faithful servant, Michael,
to the honors of the altar.
We ask this favor through our Lord Jesus Christ
and His holy mother, Mary and our mother.
Amen.
12Brothers in Faith Shall Do Great Deeds
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