September 2006

FROM THE GRAND KNIGHT.....

Congratulations, to all of the installed Officers of our council. On August 8^th, we had a very successful Installation of council officers. We were honored by the attendance of our Worthy State Advocate Michael Malinowski and his wife Maureen. We were also honored to have Grand Knights from other councils, Sr. Noreen, Monsignor Easton and guests from the parish and community in attendance. This was a very unique installation. I would also like to thank my wife Pat Iannotti, along with Pat Guarino and Mary Recchia for their efforts in hosting the reception afterward.

At the time of the Installation, our council did not have a Recorder due to the appointment of Joe Guarino as Financial Secretary. However after the Installation, Brother Chet Ostrowski submitted his name for the position of Recorder. On August 22^nd, Chet was nominated and elected as our Recorder. Congratulations Chet and thank you for stepping up to the plate.

On August 12^th, our council teamed up with Paws with a Cause for a fundraiser at Star Jaycee Park in Royal Oak. This fundraiser brought in $400.00 profit. A special thank you to all the Knights that participated in this event and to Gharios and Associates for donating ice cream for this event

Further thanks to brother knight Brian Malover for hosting our Annual council summer picnic. It was terrific to see new faces and families enjoying themselves. (See further pictures on our website:  www.kofc12408.com )

There are many more events coming up over the next few months, please go to our website and attend our meetings. As a reminder we meet the 2^nd and 4^th Tuesdays of the month at 7:30 in the Shrine Conference Center. Hope to see you at our meetings.

Vivat Jesus!

Giovanni Iannotti, Grand Knight

HAPPY BIRTHDAY IN SEPTEMBER TO:

Clement Stankiewicz            Sept 7^th

Shawn O’Dell                        Sept 16^th

Fr. Maka                                Sept 18^th

Richard Tshirhart (PGK)     Sept 21^st

Brian Malover                       Sept 21^st

Randy Husaynu                   Sept 23^rd

Kevin Flynn                          Sept 25^th

Antonio Bonfiglio                Sept 28^th

Belated Birthday:

Anthony Recchia                 Aug. 29^th

If we missed your birthday, let us know.

DREAM CRUISE WEEKEND…

Our Council once again provided Security for the Dream Cruise Parish Party , Friday August 18, 2006. and Parking Security for the Roseland Parking Lot for a 2:00 PM wedding and 4:30PM Masse Saturday August 19, 2006. Thank you to all who gave so freely of their time to make this year uneventful.

 FROM THE FINANCIAL SECRETARY:

Around December, I will be mailing out dues statements. Please return payments to me ASAP. This is how the Statement is broken down:

Council Dues  $30.00

Take Five        $5.00 (voluntary for State Charities & State Council)

Boysville Quota $3.00 (voluntary contribution for Brother Francis and his mission)

Fr. McGivney Chair  $12.00 (voluntary for Sacred Heart Major seminary, promoting vocations, & education upgrades)

If you choose to support all, then the total is $50.00. If you choose not to support any of the voluntary contributions, then dues are $30.00.

If you need assistance please contact me at 248-399-4384.

Make checks payable to:

Knights of Columbus Council 12408.

Thank you,

Joseph Guarino, Financial Secretary

BLOOD DONATION………

If you periodically give blood, contact Mark Palmer and let him know your schedule. Every time a member of the council donates blood, it needs to be recorded so reports can be submitted quarterly to the state. When you come back from giving blood, contact Mark and let him know.  You can contact Mark at 248-588-3469 or mark_l_palmer@hotmail.com

MAJOR DEGREE COMING TO DISTRICT #62.....

Our Councils First Degree team will be “on-deck” to perform the First Degree for the Major Degree coming to our District. The Major Degree will be on Saturday November 11^th beginning at 8:30 AM with the First Degree. Due to the space required, the Degree will be at St Mary’s Community Center in downtown Royal Oak. Gratitude is expressed to Grand Knight Mike Pniewski from Council 2569 for his support and cooperation in this special event. Make plans now to attend this event. If you need further information please contact GK Giovanni Iannotti at 586-731-1779 or DD Frank Roche at 248-435-4717.

FUND RAISING

Our Council successfully ran a concession stand for “Paws With A Cause” on August 12^th, Starr Park in Royal Oak. The profit from the fundraiser came to around $400.00, the Council will keep 85% of proceeds raised. We have already been asked to assist with this function next year, as well as assisting with a more formal event for the Paws With A Cause organization sometime in the spring of 2007. Additional Upcoming Fund Raisers: November 11 – Parish Pasta Dinner, December 9 - 3rd Annual Parish Turkey Dinner. Additional Details surrounding these events will be posted in the future. Contact Mark Palmer at 248-588-3469 or mark_l_palmer@hotmail.com

FRIDAY FISH FRY .....OCTOBER 13

Our council and Clawson #4188 are again partnering in sponsoring our All You Can Eat Friday Dinners.  They are held at the Clawson council hall:

Knights of Columbus Council #4188 Hall

870 N. Main Street   -   Clawson, MI 48017

(248) 588-3547

Dinner is served from 4:30p to 7:00p.  Baked Cod, Fried Cod, Crab Cakes, Baked Potatoes, French Fries, Coleslaw, Vegetables, Roll, Coffee, Tea, Pop and Dessert are the fare.  Adults $8.00, Seniors $7.00 and Children $4.50

Help is needed for setup, cooking, serving, and cleanup after.  If you cannot help, bring your family and friends for an All-You-Can-Eat fish dinner.  Carryout containers are available if you cannot stay.  Contact Mark Palmer at: 248-588-3469 or  mark_l_palmer@hotmail.com for more information.

STATE CHARITIES RAFFLE...

Soon you will be received Raffle Tickets in the mail from the State Council. This is an annual fund raising event for the State as well as the Council. Our council will receive $5.00 back from the State for every book sold. Make sure our Council number is on the tickets so we can receive the refund properly.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW:

Brother Francis will be speaking at Shrine on Tuesday October 10^th beginning at 7:30. He will be speaking about Holy Cross Children’s services and the Samaritan Center. This event is open to the public.

FEAST OF ST. THERESE....

The annual Feast of St Therese celebration will occur on Monday October 2nd. Our council will once again play host to this event. If you would like to volunteer to help, contact Mark Palmer at: 248-588-3469 or mark_l_palmer@hotmail.com

ANNUAL SOCCER CHALLENGE

Shrine Council will once again participate in the annual Soccer Challenge. This year the event will be on Saturday September 23^rd at the Shrine High School soccer field. Help is needed to keep score and run this event. Please contact Norm Brault at 248-398-1737 to volunteer to help.

RIGHT TO LIFE.............

Once again, our Council will help support the Right to Life campaign as Crosses will be setup on the lawn in front of the Church. Setup will begin at 9:30 AM on Saturday September 30^th. The crosses will remain on display until October 11^th. To volunteer to help, please contact Sam Mannino at 248-545-2410. As a reminder, the Right to Life..... Life Chain will be on Sunday October 1^st. If you would like to participate in this event, please show up between 2 & 3 pm at the corner of 12 Mile Rd and Woodward.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

• Corporate Communion – In Honor of the Victims of September 11^th – Sunday September 10^th at 6:00 PM Mass

• Membership Drive October 7^th & 8^th after all Masses

• Corporate Communion – Columbus Day – 10:45 AM Mass

• Archdiocesan Soccer Challenge at Shrine High School on Saturday October 7^th

• Saturday October 21^st, Annual Prep Bowl at Ford Field

News submissions are invited from all our Brothers, Officers, Directors and

Committee Chairs to be included in our newsletter.

Address all information to:    

Giovanni Iannotti, 43962 Leonardo Dr., Sterling Heights, MI 48313

(586) 731-1779     (586) 731-1792 FAX    Email: gmiannotti@comcast.net

Advertising / Circulation

Brian H. Malover

Malover Ink, Inc.

330 E. Maple Rd., Suite I

Troy, MI 48083-2706

(248) 616-0990   Fax (248) 616-0303

Email:  maloverink@aol.com

Council  Meetings

(Be Aware of the New Location of our Meetings)

With the demolition of Seton Hall and the construction of our new parish center,

our meetings are now held in the new Church Conference Center.

North of the church in the commercial strip center, across Northwood Blvd. Near Ya-Ya’s Chicken.

Park in the Northwood parking lot and enter thru the rear of the building.

Meetings are the 2^nd & 4^th Tuesday of the month

At 7:30p

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Our Little Flower

Published by

 Knights of Columbus

National Shrine of the Little Flower

Council No. 12408

A Parish based Council

2123 Roseland

Royal Oak, MI 48073

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 Vivat Jesus

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