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Growing Our Own

22 Wednesday Jun 2022

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Leaders aren’t born. You may have read this quote or heard about it. It goes on to say that leaders are made. Do you know who said these words?

Hint… He was a famous Catholic, too.

He was Vince Lombardi. Here is a quote about him. “The three constants throughout Lombardi’s life were his Roman Catholic faith, his family, and football. His father was a daily Communicant throughout his life and his mother’s favorite picture of Vince as a child was on his Confirmation…” Read more

He was playing football before World War II. Many of our younger Knights got their start in life maybe 40 or more years later. “Back in the day….” Vince was our Coach K.

So, where is this writer going with the tale? He is approaching his 8th decade and he is trying to come up with something that rocks the ground under our Council and Assembly to create an awareness that nothing happens without a spark. A spark from a driven Knight to assume a training leadership role this year so that as our older members “age out,” they have an opportunity to pass on their skills to our newest members. He may also be the new Knight that you encourage to join our Council.

“What got into Lee?,” you ask? Well this writer was recruited by Gene Drogos, Jerry Pilarski, and Thomas Chegash. (They not only recruited me for the new Council, but as a member of our church and three veterans groups…not to include joining the Fourth Degree.” We lost two of these Knights this past year and one is now in Hospice. Tom’s story will be shared with you soon….

Each of these guys were on active duty. Two World War II (Army and Navy) and one was Korea-Vietnam era Navy. All three were recruiters and not because of the office they held, but because of a deep love for their Church and taking responsibility for its success. All three were founding members of Council 10910.

Your new officer team, led by Chris Kremer, and assisted by the Durham Assembly, is eager to energize the Knights. We are now Post-COVID and ready to get busier to help our parish and Catholic community. So remember, time flies…. “TEMPUS FUGIT, MEMENTO MORI”

by Lee Heavlin

“The Times They Are A Changin…”

17 Wednesday Jul 2019

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Yes, sir.  The times are changing on us and probably faster than we want.  July 1st marked a new milestone for Knights of Columbus Assemblies.  We have said “goodbye” to our formal wear uniform, cap, and chapeau.

The traditional uniform that made us so recognizable has given way to a tailored blazer, embroidered patch and slacks.  Don’t worry, we are the same dedicated Fourth Degree Knights you have grown accustomed to.

Our masthead for the website still has a few pictures of us in our “traditional” uniform.  Our webmaster is a little behind schedule updating the pictures, but here is a picture of what we will be wearing for all Fourth Degree ceremonials. We think you will like our new look.

All Third Degree Knights are welcome to join our Assembly.  Contact us and let us know of your interest.  We’ll invite you to visit with us at a meeting or social event.  Get to know more about us and you are sure to join in the Knights of Columbus Patriotic Degree.

 

Everyone is Invited – Divine Mercy Sunday

02 Tuesday Feb 2016

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We are very proud of our Divine Mercy Sunday program at St. Thomas More Parish.  We have been hosting a parish mass since 2000 and we have watched our small gathering grow in attendance each year.

This is a very special event that welcomes all to return to Christ and his mercy.  If you have been away from the practice of your Catholic faith, and if you would like to come back into the, one, true Catholic Church, then this is the most perfect opportunity for you. Learn more about Divine Mercy Sunday

If you have never attended a Divine Mercy Sunday service, make 2016 the beginning of a personal and, hopefully, family tradition.

Join with us as we invite you share in this local joyous bilingual celebration of Divine Mercy Sunday.  It is the first Sunday after Easter, Sunday, April 3, 2016, at 4 p.m.   

St. Thomas More Catholic Church is located at 940 Carmichael Street, Chapel Hill, NC  27514.

 

Cathy Boyd

18 Tuesday Nov 2014

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Jim and Cathy Boyd

Jim and Cathy Boyd

It is with great regret that we note the passing of the spouse of our Faithful Navigator, Jim Boyd. His lovely wife, Cathy Hooper Boyd, 68, of Chapel Hill, died Monday, November 17, 2014 at home after a lengthy illness.

Cathy Boyd was born January 12, 1946, to the late Walter and Marian Roth Hooper in Staten Island, NY, she has resided in North Carolina for over 40 years. Cathy was a travel agent for over 10 years.

A wake and viewing with the family present will be from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Nov 20th, at Hall-Wynne Funeral Home located at 1113 West Main St., Durham. A vigil service will follow at 7 p.m. Cathy’s Funeral Mass will be held 11 a.m. Friday at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, Chapel Hill. Donations may be made to the SPCA in Cathy’s memory. Online condolences at www.hallwynne.com.

Edelen Funeral Set

20 Friday Dec 2013

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Tom Edelen

Tom Edelen

We have lost a long time member of the assembly, John Thomas “Tom” Edelen, Sr. , age 93, of Chapel Hill, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2013. Tom was not only a strong advocate for the Knights, but a deeply religious man who loved the Rosary and made it his mission to repair the many rosaries of parishioners at no cost.  Read story

He was a World War II Navy veteran, who served in the South Pacific.  He was passionate about his country and an avid volunteer for the Republican party. He was also a founding member of the Durham chapter of SCORE, a nonprofit association dedicated to helping small businesses get off the ground, grow and achieve their goals through education and mentorship. He was an Honorable Elder of Kiwanis and a volunteer at the Eno River Association; instrumental in the re-building of the Mill at West Point on the Eno.

Tom was an active member of St.Thomas More Church and the Knights of Columbus. He loved to tell stories, especially if he could make you laugh; he knew no strangers.

A funeral mass will be held at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, Chapel Hill, on Saturday, Dec 21, 2013, at 11:00 am.  Tom’s inurnment will be at he church columbariun immediately following the mass.

Military funeral honors will accompany the inurnment and all council and assembly knights are encouraged to attend.  Fourth Degree Knights will form for honors in social regalia (tuxedo and gold name badges).  Knights are asked to be at the church by 10:30 am.

We salute Tom Edelen as a Knight in Shining Armor for his faith, his church, and his community.

Holy Cross Event – Oct 6th

09 Monday Sep 2013

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Holy Cross Church, Durham, will hold its annual African Diaspora celebration and mass on Sunday, October 6th at 10 a.m.

Durham Assembly members will join our knights for a join Color Corps for this very special day.  Si Knights without full regalia area asked to wear social regalia with assembly name tag.

Location:  2438 South Alston Ave., Durham, NC  27713

The Color Corps uniform is Full Regalia with Manual of the Sword.  Participants should arrive at Holy Cross no later than 9:15 a.m.

The ladies of Holy Cross Parish will serve lunch after the mass.  Please R.S.V.P. to the Faithful Naviagor, Dario Sena or John Marino.

District Master Reports

04 Thursday Apr 2013

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Our District Master, David Onofrio, publishes a periodic newsletter on the Fourth Degree.  It is on line now and can be viewed at the state website.  Learn more

Take a look at the patriotic degree’s news.  You should also look around the state website.  Its address is simply www.kofcnc.org.

You will find information on a pilgrimage to Italy in October and how you can help your council leaders get the opportunity to go with their wives at no cost!

Learn about Operation LAMB and the many other programs of our state.  You can look up forms, rules, procedures, processes, activities, incentives and much more.  Most of all, you can strengthen your knowledge of our order.  Knowledge will help you add more to the council.  You will know about possible programs or projects that can assist our council and church.  Take a look.  Learn more

Sharing the Vision

04 Thursday Apr 2013

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The Knights of the Fourth Degree are all members of a local council.  Their assembly is not senior to the council, but an adjunct to the council.  An assembly promotes all things patriotic in the council, church, and community.  We are the Patriotic Degree of our Order.  Learn more

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Knights at Holy Cross Church Mass

This is our mission and it has been our mission for over a hundred years.  We are “Religiously Devoted, Patriotically Proud.”

Our assemblies are in every state of the union and overseas in areas where our military serve or have served.

Assembly members are often also members of other patriotic and fraternal military service groups. Examples are: Veterans of Foreign Wars, Vietnam Veterans of America, Disabled Veterans of America, American Legion, Fleet Reserve and others.  They know the importance of good citizenship, service to our country, and demonstration of our patriotism as Catholic Gentlemen.  

This past year has been a busy one for many of them.  Here are some of their accomplishments:

  • Raised well over $4,500 on Veterans Day 2012 for hospitalized amputees at Camp Lejeune and Ft. Bragg..
  • Visited and entertained hospitalized veterans in hospice and pallative care at the Durham VA Medical Center.
  • Worked with UNC Chapel Hill to collect food for homeless veterans.
  • Provided information to veterans and their families on VA medical care.
  • Provided assistance to veterans with VA disability claims.
  • Provided funeral honors for deceased knights and area priests.
  • Provide honor guards to St. Thomas More Church, as requested.
  • Serve as Honor Guard for Bishop Burbridge’s ceremonials
  • Raised thousands of dollars passing out VFW Buddy Poppies to assist hospitalized veterans and fund in-hospital social events; restore a Carrboro veteran’s home and replace his roof, and assisted returning veterans in need.
  • Assisted an injured and convalescing 92 year-old veteran with home repair needs and arranged for no-cost metal stairwell railings for his home exterior walkways.
  • Led community parades in Rougemont, Timberlake, and Providence, North Carolina.
  • Led the Caldwell, NC, July 4th Parade in full regalia for the last seven years.
  • Raised funds for and obtained the Baptist Health Ministry mobile health and dental care centers for our local Spanish-speaking families.
  • Personally funded programs, events, and services to ensure those in need were served.
  • Promoted Good Citizenship in our Catholic and community schools.
  • Provided household goods, food, services and transportation to brother knights and members of our church and community in need.
  • Provided pig picking equipment, service, and personal time for church events, picnics, and fundraising.
  • Served on church committees and led elements of our new church building campaigns, including design, construction and dedication.
  • Served as leaders in local civic, professional, and military service organizations.
  • Cleaned Highways in Orange County

This list goes on, and on, and on.  In fact, their humility is such that many of their deeds go unrecorded.  What they do is not about them.  It has to do with service to others.

Eighty plus men form our Divine Mercy Assembly.  They are the leaders in our church.  All will be life-long members of our Order.  They are the very heart of the Knights of Columbus.

There are 20 million new Catholics in America.  I would like to think that our Knights of the Fourth Degree motivated quite a few converts through their selfless acts of faith.

How about you?   Why not consider joining these men?  There is no better expression of service than to be a role model for your children and family.  We’ll give you the opportunity to do great things for others.

For information, contact Joe Acciarito our Faithful Navigator.  Email Joe

02 Sunday Sep 2012

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Bill and Barbara Lodge

A special “Thank You” goes to Barbara Lodge for her photographic work at our recent installation of officers.

She has published her photos and they are now on-line. You can view them as a slideshow or as a gallery of photos. Like one? You can download a copy. There are 146 photos, so be sure to click on “next.” to see more.

Visit Barbara’s Photo Gallery.

Another Great Day in Caldwell

04 Wednesday Jul 2012

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There is something about parades.  They make you stand up and stand straight as Old Glory is carried past.  Just imagine the excitement of participating in a parade, let alone lead it!

A special thanks goes to all of the assembly members who headed to Caldwell to join other veterans and veterans groups as they participated in this year’s parade.  Our “children” and their new family of Sir Knights at St. Matthews were out in full force and led this year’s parade.  Local veterans from Chapel Hill, Durham, Hillsborough and nearby towns followed as contingents from the Veterans of Foreign Wars and Vietnam Veterans of America.

lot of work went into providing a military honor guard for the Caldwell Parade.  Thanks goes to everyone who has helped.  There were hours of shopping for food, food prep and family dishes, washing and waxing of cars and trucks, getting up extra early to get on the road for the 20+ mile trip, preparing uniforms, and setting up the cook tents.  But it was worth it!

We have been doing it since about 2005 when our Sir Knight Heavlin was asked to help the Durham Fleet Reserve Branch 52.  Branch 52 had been leading the parade for about 20 plus years, but their honor guard members were entering their 80′s!  The Burlington Knights of Columbus Msgr. Francis K. O’Brien Assembly provided knights in full regalia and we were able to help the Fleet Reserve continue their tradition.

Sir Knights have been doing the Caldwell parade ever since.  With the Knights of Columbus help, local veterans were able to create some excitement and gain new participants.  Sir Knight David Lucas has added the support of the Chapel Hill Veterans of Foreign Wars. The Knights of Columbus has continued to participate and this year a new Durham Assembly members stepped forward to lead the parade!  Caldwell is just about five miles from St. Matthews Church.

Here are a few pictures of today’s event.  Put it on your calendar for next year!

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