Knights of Columbus - Saint Mark the Evangelist
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Knights of Columbus - Saint Mark the Evangelist Council #10175
The Knights of Columbus is the world’s largest Catholic service organization for adult men. The Knights serve communities on a local and global scale through many activities including coat drives for kids, Special Olympics, disaster preparedness and relief, and assisting people who are persecuted. They’re everyday people helping people every day. Whether it’s aiding the less fortunate, local volunteering, networking with others of shared values and beliefs, or participating in fun, family-inclusive events, the Knights of Columbus welcome and value Catholic men seeking community and ways to put their faith into action. More information can be found online on the organization's website at www.kofc.org or by visiting one of the following links.
About the Knights of ColumbusFor additional information please see the tabs below, or contact Joe Gerek, Membership Director.
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A New Beginning -- the Merger of Councils 10175 & 14807
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Brother Knights of Columbus,
It is my honor and immense pleasure to announce that a new era for the Knights of Columbus in our parish has begun. Saint Mark the Evangelist Council 10175 of the Knights of Columbus has been formed by the merger of Holy Sepulcher Council 10175 and Saint Kilian Council 14807. Council #10175, the older council number was retained based on merger guidance from the Supreme Council.
A great debt of gratitude is due to the Charter Members of both Councils for their determination to inaugurate each council and dedication to forming a lasting brotherhood. Together, we will be an even stronger Council, expressing our Catholic faith by serving our families, parish, and community in a more robust manner with nearly 240 brothers, and growing.
This merger was achieved by the work of many of our past and present officers and supported by our Pastor and Council Chaplain, Fr. Bober, which is clear evidence of the importance of our ministry, guided by our principles of Charity, Unity, & Fraternity. Our brotherhood of Knights come from every stage of life and each of us plays a crucial part as a role model in a world that needs men who lead, serve, protect, and defend.
Our new slate of officers were elected/re-confirmed at the Council meeting on 9-Nov-2023. These men are the fraternal leaders of our council who oversee the health, welfare, and conduct the business, programs, and initiatives of the council. Please share your support and gratitude for these men who have committed to guide the destiny of our Council during this fraternal year.
Chaplain, Rev. Charles Bober
Grand Knight (GK), John Perock
Deputy GK, Scott Stickney
Chancellor, Anthony Cosgrove
Financial Secretary, Dave Revitsky
Treasurer, Michael Macri
Advocate, Brian Golias
Recorder, Louis Marshall
Warden, Charlie Lozinger
Inside Guard, Dave Smith
Outside Guard, Stephen Smith
Trustees: Curt Zingaro, Mark Conway, Joe Scalamogna
Our future holds immense promise thanks to the collaboration between the council leadership teams leading up to this merger and you, who provide the time, talent, and treasure to live out our foundational principles.
Proverbs 27:17
Iron is sharpened by iron; one person sharpens another.
Vivat Jesus,
John Perock, GK
Saint Mark the Evangelist Council 10175
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"Bits & Pieces"
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* * * * * * * * Fraternal Christmas Dinner (Dec 14th) * * * * * * * *
Council 10175 is hosting a fraternal Christmas dinner for you and a guest
on Thursday, December 14th in the Mars Fellowship Hall.
This a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the Advent Season and
enjoy some fellowship with our brother Knights.
The dinner is $20 per person (cash or check at the door) and BYOB. Dress is
business casual and the event is being catered by John Marshall Catering.
The meal will consist of stuffed chicken breast & sliced roast beef,
mashed potatoes & green beans, mixed salad, rolls & butter, cake,
coffee, tea, iced tea & lemonade.
Please RSVP by 4-December by using this SignupGenuis Link... https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080E4DA5AE28A2FF2-45933814-14dec2023
* * * * * * * * December 3rd "Blood Drive" * * * * * * * *
The Knights are sponsoring a blood drive on Sunday, Dec 3rd from 8:30am-12:30pm
in the St. Kilian Church Hall (7076 Franklin Rd., Cranberry Twp, PA 16066).
Consider being a donor by scheduling an appointment at VITALANT.ORG
(using Group Code UG0040115) or by calling 412.209.7000.
Help is always needed and you can volunteer by contacting John Perock at
[email protected] or 412-707-2172.
Thank you!!!
* * * * * * * * D e c e m b e r R o s a r i e s * * * * * * * *
The Knights are inviting all brothers, family and friends to participate
in our Sunday and Wednesday night Rosaries.
The Rosary will begin at 8:00 PM and is open to all!
The "Zoom Meeting" link for each night’s Rosary is:
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/8784928687?pwd=YldBdnRBZjYzOUNJVVpQOUtVYXB5Zz09
Meeting ID: 878 492 8687
Password: 876797
Thank you in advance for joining us!
* * * * * * * * N e x t S O U P " W e e k e n d " (Dec 9-10) * * * * * * * *
Thank you to everyone for your continued support!
The November "Soup Sale" was another huge success with a record 900 quarts
being sold at the two church locations. The profits from these soup sales will go
a long way towards funding the Council's many charitable undertakings.
As always a very special thank you to our "Soup Making" crew.
Another job well done!
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"Happy Thoughts"
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“Kindness is a gift everyone can afford to give.”
Unknown
“There is nothing better than a friend, unless it is a friend with chocolate.”
Linda Grayson
"If we shouldn’t eat at night, why is there a light in the fridge?"
Unknown
"Peace begins with a smile.”
Mother Teresa
"You have two hands, one for helping yourself, and the other for helping others."
Sam Levenson
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News & Notes
- Upcoming Events (next 4-5 weeks)
- Soup Weekend Update & Thank You
- Exemplification Ceremony
- December 3rd Blood Drive
- Ushering at Saint Kilian's
- Pancake Breakfast
- 2023 Council Dues
- Knights Gear
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December 2023
3 Blood Drive at Saint Kilian church hall (8:30-1:30)
9,10 Soup weekend (both churches - SK & HS)
14 Knights of Columbus Christmas dinner at Mars Fellowship Hall
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First of all, a special thank you to all our parishioners for supporting our monthly soup sales. The November "Soup weekend" was another huge success with 900 quarts being sold at the two church locations.
The monthly soup making season(Oct-Feb) is our largest fund raising effort, which supports many of the charitable services the Council provides to the Parish community.
The next weekend of Soup Sales will be December 9th/10th with soup being sold at both Saint Kilian & Holy Sepulcher churches.
Thanks again for your support!
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An exemplification ceremony was held on
Thursday November 9th in the Fellowship Hall
(525 Cherry Street Mars, PA) beginning at 5:45pm.
This Knights of Columbus ceremony advances new and existing members through the lessons of Charity, Unity, & Fraternity required of a Third-Degree member.
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Giving the GIFT of LIFE:
Saint Kilian's church hall serves as the site of a very successful blood
drive program hosted by the Knights of Columbus.
Blood drives are an integral part of maintaining an adequate blood
supply for the area's healthcare facilities with the next event being held on Sunday December 3rd.
A special thank you to everyone who continue to help make this event so successful.
Please watch the Sunday Bulletin for information about the next blood drive.
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What it means to be an Usher
Have you ever wondered what a church usher does? Or what it would be like to help as an usher?
Years ago the primary duties of a church usher consisted of simply escorting people to their seats and passing the collection baskets at Sunday masses.
Today an usher's primary duty is to help fellow parishioners as they come to celebrate mass. Their efforts begin as they greet people entering the church, offering a kind word, handing them a song sheet, and helping those who may need assistance getting to their seat.
Ushers also welcome first time visitors, help those with health issues, offer assistance during Communion, and distribute bulletins at the end of mass.
Being an usher is a service to the parish, to the pastor, and to the congregation and a worthwhile way to help others.
Please give some thought to helping as an usher and if interested
please contact Deacon Ralph ( [email protected] ) for more details. Thank you!
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Thanks to a great kitchen staff and a wonderful group of volunteers, the September 24th Pancake Breakfast provided 154 hungry breakfast patrons with an awesome menu of pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, condiments, & drinks.
The food was great and the social atmosphere even better.
Thank you to all who helped make this successful!
Hope to see everyone at the next breakfast.
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2023 dues notices have been sent via email with a pdf attachment.
Please note that in the past some notices have gone into the Spam or Junk folder so if you haven't received the notice, please check your spam folder.
This year there are several options for making dues payments:
1) Mail a check as indicated on the notice
2) Venmo to Joe Bisceglia at @Joseph-Bisceglia
3) Zelle your payment through your bank to [email protected]
4) Bill pay through your bank to the address on your notice
Hopefully everyone's dues can be paid before the end of the 1st Quarter 2023.
If you have any questions, please contact Joe Bisceglia at 724-272-3579 or [email protected].
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Saint Mark the Evangelist Council 101752023-2024 Fraternal Plan
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History of Council 14807
("A great deal to be proud of!")-
14807 Charter
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