Council 5052 July Knight Life
Council 5052 July Knight Life
Council 5052 July Knight Life
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<strong>Knight</strong>s of Columbus<br />
Father Emil Platte<br />
<strong>Council</strong> #<strong>5052</strong><br />
2280 Springlake Rd,<br />
Farmers Branch, TX 75234<br />
972-247-9836<br />
<strong>Council</strong> Officers<br />
Chaplain: Rev. Joseph Tetlow SJ<br />
Asst. Chaplain:<br />
GK: Cliff Starnes<br />
DGK: Al Gonzales<br />
Chancellor: Corky Mahaffey<br />
Recorder: Ralph Alvarez<br />
Financial Sec: Bob Langer<br />
Treasurer Bob Stras<br />
Advocate Rob Happe<br />
Warden Bill Ladd<br />
Inside Guard: Carl Scamardo<br />
Outside Guard: John Catchings<br />
Outside Guard: Paul Klein<br />
3-Year Trustee: Pablo Cantu<br />
2-Year Trustee: Tony Leto<br />
1-Year Trustee: Joe Leverette<br />
District Deputy: Roy Rabenaldt<br />
Insurance Agent: Earl Seitz<br />
Membership: Corky Mahaffey<br />
Pro <strong>Life</strong> Robert Happe<br />
Tim Dougherty<br />
Program Dir: Al Gonzales<br />
Church: Bob Stras<br />
Vocations:<br />
<strong>Council</strong>:<br />
Community Bob Langer<br />
Family:<br />
Youth: Al Gonzales<br />
Health: Tom Musso<br />
Publicity: Rodger Cramer<br />
Kitchen Manager: Tony Leto<br />
Bar Chairman: Gary Sonnier<br />
Building Mgr Bill Gallina<br />
Backup Building Mgr: Tony Leto<br />
Inside this issue:<br />
Grand <strong>Knight</strong><br />
Notes<br />
1<br />
Pro-<strong>Life</strong> 2<br />
Congratulations 3<br />
Calendar of events 3<br />
Officicer List 4<br />
<strong>July</strong> Birthdays 4<br />
<strong>Knight</strong> <strong>Life</strong><br />
Grand <strong>Knight</strong>’s Message<br />
Business Meeting on the First Tuesday at 7 PM<br />
Open Meeting on the Third Tuesday at 7 PM<br />
We‟ve had a good past fiscal year, coming to a close June<br />
30. Thank you all for so much good work and good<br />
deeds, and thanks especially to the outgoing officers for<br />
their sacrifices. We have added 14 new members. Let‟s all<br />
make them feel welcome. In this news letter, there is a<br />
List of Interesting Facts. Please take time to look it over.<br />
Sometimes we think we don‟t do much, but when we join<br />
together and it‟s added up, you can really see the results<br />
of our strength. From our <strong>Council</strong> alone, we gave $10,000<br />
to The Mary Immaculate School last November, to commemorate<br />
our 50 th anniversary. We joined with the Farmers<br />
Branch Senior Center, and delivered a truck load of<br />
canned goods to The Metro Crest Social Services. We<br />
gave $500.00 each to 5 seminarians. We sponsor the Boy<br />
Scouts and Cub Scouts. On 3 occasions this past year, we<br />
provided meals to Mary Immaculate Church for weekend<br />
retreats. We have accomplished much more, including<br />
Pro-<strong>Life</strong> and Special Olympics, thanks to all of you. At our<br />
last Business Meeting, we had 60 members show up. I<br />
didn‟t recognize or know some of them, but it was very<br />
inspiring to see such a turn out. Don‟t be a stranger. This<br />
is your <strong>Council</strong> and we are your Brother <strong>Knight</strong>s. We<br />
FACTS OF INTEREST FROM STATE CONVENTION 2011<br />
In Texas, Statewide we donated $6.3 million to charity, and 4.1 million man hours.<br />
We are now #1 in membership in the United States, with 96,000 members.<br />
When we buy personalized KC license plates ($30.00 extra), $22.00 goes to K. of C. State Charities.<br />
70 % of the State‟s charity goes back to the dioceses, and the State keeps 30%.<br />
Our State Chaplin is our own Bishop Kevin Farrell.<br />
The next Texas State Convention will be in Houston April 27-29, 2012 at The Hilton American.<br />
Worldwide, there are 1.8 million members on 3 continents.<br />
$150 million has been given to charity.<br />
16,000 new winter coats were given to children.<br />
100 new ultrasound machines donated, with $3 million set aside for more.<br />
$80 Billion of <strong>Life</strong> Insurance in force, with $17 Billion in Assets<br />
70 million man hours were donated last year.<br />
17% of our members are 4 th Degree.<br />
There is a new Seminary in Cuba.<br />
The Supreme Convention this year will be in Denver, Co. on August 2-4.<br />
<strong>July</strong> 2011<br />
Visit our website at www.kofc<strong>5052</strong>.org<br />
Editor: Bill Martin Publisher: Tony Leto<br />
Celebrating 50 Years of Service<br />
need you, and you are important<br />
to us. Now we are looking<br />
forward to an even better year,<br />
and have big plans, so come<br />
and take part. You‟ll be glad<br />
you did!<br />
Cliff Starnes, Grand <strong>Knight</strong>
Page 2 <strong>Knight</strong> <strong>Life</strong><br />
WHO-<br />
Approved Drug<br />
Promises <strong>Life</strong>,<br />
and Death<br />
By Susan<br />
Yoshihara, PhD<br />
Pro-<strong>Life</strong> News<br />
NEW YORK, June 2 (C-FAM) By authorizing<br />
the use of a single drug, the World Health Organization<br />
has simultaneously raised hopes for<br />
saving thousands of mothers‟ lives and raised<br />
fears that the drug will also be used to kill perhaps<br />
millions of unborn children. Misoprostol is<br />
used to help stop bleeding during delivery, the<br />
main cause of maternal death, but it can also be<br />
used to induce at-home abortions, which are<br />
very dangerous, particularly in rural areas that<br />
lack primary or emergency medical care.<br />
The fears are grounded in the fact that WHO<br />
approved use of the drug by unskilled personnel<br />
and that both WHO and Gynuity Health<br />
Projects, the organization which sought the<br />
drug‟s approval, advocate the use of misoprostol<br />
for abortion outside the hospital setting.<br />
WHO says its “work over the past three decades<br />
has contributed significantly to the emergence<br />
and wide acceptance of the current recommended<br />
regime” of medical abortion, according<br />
to one of its recent reports. WHO<br />
has trained midwives throughout the developing<br />
world to perform abortions in order to eliminate<br />
the need for physicians, the report says. In<br />
Vietnam alone, the trials included 1,734 women, and its misoprostolinduced<br />
abortions are conduced up to 63 days, WHO says.<br />
Gynuity is working to mainstream the use of misoprostol for<br />
self-induced abortions. According to a 2009 Gynuity report, the organization<br />
works at the community level to cast self-induced abortion in<br />
a positive light, and to “oppose legislation introduced at the state or<br />
federal level that furthers the concept of fetal personhood.”<br />
The WHO‟s decision is similar to Federal Drug Administration<br />
approval in the US, ensuring that the drug is legitimatized for use without<br />
a doctor and that it will be stocked in pharmacies all over the world.<br />
~Prayer by Saint Francis de sales<br />
Another concern is that use of misoprostol<br />
causes birth defects. Gynuity‟s own 2002 report<br />
shows that when misoprostol is used for<br />
abortion, the risk of birth defects increases, most<br />
commonly causing clubfoot, cranial nerve abnormalities,<br />
and absence of fingers.<br />
When used to reduce post-partum hemorrhaging,<br />
pro-life physician Joe DeCook says misoprostol<br />
is a “wonder drug” since it does not<br />
have to be refrigerated or injected in non-sterile,<br />
rural environments. “But it‟s like morphine. It can<br />
be used for good or for evil.”<br />
Other physicians are even more skeptical.<br />
Maternal <strong>Life</strong> International (MLI) advised the<br />
WHO that approving the drug outside the hospital<br />
setting sets a double standard. “Women in resource<br />
limited settings are expected to give birth<br />
with unskilled or semi-skilled birth attendants,”<br />
MLI‟s Dr George Mulcaire-Jones said. “This fact<br />
alone leads to higher maternal and infant mortality<br />
rates than those in developed countries and gives<br />
women the false assurance that their deliveries will<br />
be „safe‟.” A quarter of all medical abortions fail and<br />
require medical attention in a hospital setting, De-<br />
Cook said. and after seven weeks, risks to the life<br />
of the mother increase dramatically. They may be<br />
able to show a decrease in the number of maternal<br />
mortalities because they will decrease the number<br />
of deliveries by abortion,” DeCook said, but they<br />
will have no idea how many women will die in their<br />
wake.”<br />
Do not look forward in fear to the changes in life; rather, look to them with full hope that as<br />
they arise, God, whose very own you are, will lead you safely through all things; and when you<br />
can not stand it, God will carry you in His arms. Do not fear what may happen tomorrow; the<br />
same understanding Father who cares for you today will take care of you then and every day.<br />
He will either shield you from suffering or will give you unfailing strength to bear it. Be at<br />
peace, and put aside all anxious thoughts and imaginations.
Volume 1, Issue 1<br />
Annual recipiants fo the “Family of the Year” and “<strong>Knight</strong> of the Year”<br />
FAMILY OF THE YEAR…...<br />
Congratulations to Al and Dee Gonzales as Family of the Year. Al has been our Chancellor, and is the newly<br />
elected Deputy Grand <strong>Knight</strong> effective <strong>July</strong> 1, 2011. He also has the roll of Youth Director, working closely with<br />
the Scouts, and coordinating the Basket Ball Free Throw Contest at the Farmers Branch Recreation Center. Al<br />
has held other officer position since joining The <strong>Knight</strong>s 37 years ago. They both enjoy being part of the Buckaroos<br />
cooking team, preparing meals for council and other charity events. Dee is always supportive and encouraging<br />
of Al‟s volunteer work, and when possible she goes along and volunteers also. She is an active member of The<br />
Catholic Daughters of America. Thanks to them both for doing so much for so many.<br />
Cliff Starnes, Grand <strong>Knight</strong><br />
KNIGHT OF THE YEAR…….<br />
Bob Langer has been selected as our <strong>Knight</strong> of the Year for 2011. He is our Financial Secretary, and has been a<br />
member of The <strong>Knight</strong>s since September 1, 1975, and is also a member of the fourth degree. Bob has spent many<br />
hours of service and dedication to our council. He is our Community Director, so he coordinates our fund raisers<br />
with The City of Farmers Branch, such as Easter EGGstravaganza, Independence Day (4 th of <strong>July</strong>), and Christmas in<br />
the Park. He also orchestrates the Fire and Police Appreciation Dinner each January at our Hall, plus he coordinated<br />
the food drive with the senior center in Farmers Branch and delivered a truck load of canned goods to the Metro<br />
Crest Social Services.<br />
Thank you Bob for all you have done, and continue to do.<br />
Cliff Starnes, Grand <strong>Knight</strong><br />
CALENDAR OF EVENTS – JULY 2011<br />
<strong>July</strong> 2 Saturday 10am Pray the Rosary at the Hall – families are invited<br />
3 Sunday 630pm-10pm 4 th of <strong>July</strong> Celebration – Farmers Branch Historical Park<br />
5 Tuesday 7pm Business Meeting<br />
9 Saturday 7:30am Greet the Troops. Meet at the Hall and carpool to DFW<br />
9 Saturday 10am 6 Month Planning Meeting<br />
12 Tuesday 7pm Directors Meeting<br />
19 Tuesday 7pm Open Meeting – all are invited<br />
26 Tuesday 7pm Officers Meeting<br />
CALENDAR OF EVENTS – AUGUST 2011<br />
August 2 Tuesday 7pm Business meeting<br />
6 Saturday 10am Pray the Rosary at the Hall – Families are invited<br />
9 Tuesday 7pm Directors Meeting<br />
13 Saturday 730am Greet the Troops. Meet at the Hall and carpool to DFW<br />
16 Tuesday 7pm Open Meeting – all are invited<br />
30 Tuesday 7pm Officers Meeting<br />
Page 3
Page 4 <strong>Knight</strong> <strong>Life</strong><br />
New Officer and Director List for 2011-2012 Fraternal Year<br />
Below is the new Officer/Director list as it stands right now. You will notice some positions are blank. The Grand <strong>Knight</strong><br />
is currently looking for people to fill those slots. If you are interested in any of the blank positions please contact the<br />
Grand <strong>Knight</strong> Cliff Starnes. An update will be published once the list is complete.<br />
List of Officers and Directors 2011-2012 Updated 06-27-2011<br />
Office Name E-Mail Address Home Phone Work / Cell Phone<br />
Chaplain Rev Joseph Tetlow, SJ joetetlow@jesuits.net 940-321-6030 940-231-1063<br />
Asst. Chaplain<br />
Grand <strong>Knight</strong> Cliff Starnes cliffstarnes@yahoo.com 972-247-4484 214-394-8168<br />
Deputy Grand <strong>Knight</strong> Al Gonzales Gonzales.beaver@yahoo.com 972-446-9052<br />
Chancellor Corky Mahaffey corkymahaffey@gmail.com 214-926-928 972-948-3761<br />
Recorder Ralph Alvarez twokpanthers@hatmail.com 972-922-1045 972-922-1045<br />
Financial Secretary Bob Langer boblanger40@gmail.com 972-241-1190<br />
Treasurer Bob Stras bobstras35@gmail.com 972-247-1232 214-707-8483<br />
Advocate Rob Happe robert.happe@verizon.net 214-498-3120<br />
Warden Bill Ladd waladd@verizon.net 972-242-3398<br />
Inside Guard Carl Scamardo judy.carl@verizon.net 972-242-9384<br />
Outside Guard John A Catchings j-j2406@sbcglobal.net 972-416-7235<br />
Outside Guard Paul Klein paulklein@judgefite.com 972-394-0060 214-762-5484<br />
3-Year Trustee Pablo Cantu pcantu1932@gmail.com 214-728-1701<br />
2-Year Trustee Tony Leto sktonyl43@tx.rr.com 972-690-4837 214-450-9122<br />
1-Year Trustee F Joe Leverette suejoe14@juno.com 214-350-0270<br />
District Deputy Roy Rabenaldt rrabenaldt@dunndillcpa.com 972 485 5333 214 533 6558<br />
Membership Director Corky Mahaffey corkymahaffey@gmail.com 214-926-928 972-948-3761<br />
Asst Membership Dir Al Gonzales Gonzales.beaver@yahoo.com 972-446-9052<br />
Asst Membership Dir John Catchings j-j2406@sbcglobal.net 972-416-7235<br />
Ceremonials Bob Stras bobstras35@gmail.com 972-247-1232 214-707-8483<br />
Retention Bob Stras bobstras35@gmail.com 972-247-1232 214-707-8483<br />
Tony Leto sktonyL43@tx.rr.com 972-690-4837 214-257-9112<br />
Cliff Starnes cliffstarnes@yahoo.com 972-247-4484 214-394-8168<br />
Chris Leverette chris_4105@yahoo.com 469-438-7721<br />
Insurance Agent Earl Seitz earl.seitz@kofc.org 214-269-5554 214-222-1050<br />
Program Director Al Gonzales Gonzales.beaver@yahoo.com 972-446-9052<br />
Church Director Bob Stras bobstras35@gmail.com 972-247-1232 214-707-8483<br />
Vocations<br />
Community Activities Bob Langer boblanger40@gmail.com 972-241-1190 972-241-1190<br />
Pro-<strong>Life</strong> Rob Happe Robert.happe@verizon.net 972-416-7615<br />
<strong>Council</strong> Director<br />
<strong>Knight</strong> <strong>Life</strong> Editor Bill Martin martinblmr@aol.com 214-352-8845<br />
<strong>Knight</strong> <strong>Life</strong> Publisher Tony Leto sktonyL43@tx.rr.com 972-690-4837 214-450-9122<br />
Health Services Thomas J Musso tommusso1@verizon.net 972-245-2996<br />
Family Activities<br />
Youth Director<br />
Publicity Rodger Cramer rjcramer@tx.rr.com 972-484-5577 214-213-1399<br />
Kitchen Manager Tony Leto sktonyL43@tx.rr.com 972-690-4837 214-450-9122<br />
Hall Rental Manager Bill Gallina billgallina3@aol.com 972-418-9012 972-247-9836<br />
Bar Chairman Gary Sonnier g.sonnier@yahoo.com 214-298-0357<br />
Building Manager Bill Gallina billgallina3@aol.com 972-418-9012 972-247-9836<br />
Asst. Building Mgr Tony Leto sktonyl43@tx.rr.com 972-690-4837 214-450-9122<br />
<strong>July</strong> Birthdays<br />
Ray Rapp 1st Robert L. Schmeltz 1st Patrick (Tim) Nabone 1st John D. Mahaffey 1st Cliff Starnes 2nd Howard T. Richardson 3 rd Thomas A. Shortall 4 th John P. Jones 7 th<br />
Bobby Turner 8 th George A Bennett 8 th<br />
John Maylor 10th Edwin (Mike) Bonds 11th Focian (Pocho)Villalba 12th Kevin S. Dourgherty 12th David F. Barry 14th Luis V. Vargas 14 th Peter L. Baigmann 19 th Brian T. Murawski 20 th Roy D. Rabenaldt 21 st Thomas R. Vieth 25 th<br />
Rev. Michael D. Forge 25 th Earl G. Seitz 26 th Michael P. Cuccio 27 th Lewis P. Walsdorf 27 th J. Marcelo Ramos 28 th<br />
Joe T. Madden 28th
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