September Newsletter

Dear Brother Knights:

Welcome back to our new fraternal year 2008/09 of the Knights of Columbus order. Our summer and vacation time has come to an end, and Keith and I hope you and your family have enjoyed the time you’ve spent together.

September is the beginning of our fraternal year when Councils will become busy with fall and winter activities and various programs, which mean informing the community of the many fine works your Council plans to do in the upcoming year. This includes recruiting, volunteering, fundraising, and other church and community events. Please remember that the job is only considered complete when the paper work is finished and sent to the State and Supreme office by the appropriate deadline.

At the District 76 meeting in July 14/2008, an issue that was discussed was membership recruitment. This year the goal for new members for the District is 45. All Councils in District 76 need to work together so that all Councils can contribute and we can meet this quota together. We don’t want any Councils in the District to finish the fraternal year without meeting their quota.

 Please see your Grand Knight for degree dates for the fraternal year. The initial first and second degree will be on Sunday, September 21^st at Father Paul Wattson Council 8919 Candidates 1:00pm..

 There will be a third degree on November 2nd hosted by Bishop John T. Kidd Council 4924 in District 39. Candidates and sponsors must arrive for the degree punctually at 1:00pm.

The Installation of the Officers process will take place in August and September. Keith and I look forward to meeting and installing all new and returning executives.

As you can see, this fraternal year is already shaping up to be a big one. At this time I would like to announce that I will be heading into my final term as District Deputy of District 76. It has been an honor to be appointed one final time by Worthy State Deputy Yvon Robert. I would also like to welcome on Board Keith Campbell as District Warden. Good luck with the position.

Fraternally Yours,
Joe Banovic | DD 76