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KNIGHTS of COLUMBUS NEWSLETTERFATHER NICHOLAS RAUSCH OSB COUNCIL 1643

SAINT FRANCIS of ASSISI ASSEMBLY 1183httpwwwkofc1643org

Grand KnightKim Washburn360-943-1992c170md80cscom

ChaplainFr Pat McDermott

Faithful NavigatorMike Colosi360-870-5597w00dbutch3raolcom

Faithful FriarFr Lee Perry

Fraternal Benefits Information

Field Agent Joe Snow in Dupont at 1-253 948-6585 JoeSnowKOFCORG

General Agent Jarrod Roth in Bremerton at 1-360-475-0784

Knights of Columbus Customer Service at 1-800-380-9995

FEBRUARY 2013 ISSUE NO 2013-02Knights of Columbus Newsletters are published monthly by Father Nicholas

Rausch OSB Council 1643 PO Box 3511 Lacey WA 98509-3511 It isdistributed to members of Knights of Columbus Father Nicholas Rausch OSB

Council 1643 Postage is paid at Olympia Washington

NEWSLETTER CO-EDITORS Jim Pivec and Tom Brignole are the co-editors of our newsletter Please send anyarticles for the newsletter to Jim or Tom by the 15th of the month And let Jim or Tom know if you would like toreceive your newsletter in full color via email Jimrsquos email address is jfpivecgmailcom Tomrsquos email address iskbrignoleyahoocom If you do not have email Jimrsquos snail mail address is 2406 Dublin Drive NW Olympia WA98502-3443

FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYSMember Name Date Member Name Date

Andrew Hewko Feb 1 Arthur S Dearen Feb 19

Frederick L Weisdepp Feb 4 Peter J Gonzales Feb 19

Warren R Earl Feb 7 James J O Sullivan Feb 20

William L Bryant Feb 8 Michael E Baker Feb 21

Rodney D Mary Feb 9 Timothy F Hays Feb 22

Jack L Weeks Feb 9 Lester G Janz Feb 22

Ronald J Kluemper Feb 11 Andrew J Wodka Feb 23

Stan Ratcliff Feb 11 Kenneth P Broussard Feb 26

Joseph M Pellegrino Feb 14 Ronald E Edwards Feb 28

Deacon Taleo Sitama Feb 15 Louis T Miller Feb 28

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Grand Knightrsquos Message

Brother KnightsWhen you readthis newsletter wewill havecompleted ourannual March forLife I want tothank everyonethat participatedespecially EdSauley that havededicated so many

years to this worth cause Your efforts do not gounnoticed Our Catholic faith and belief is underattack from all sides We must stand firmTOGETHER

On this subject the 40 Days for Life of the unbornwill kick off February 12th Then our biannual vigilat Planned Parenthood will begin the day after AshWednesday We as Knights are responsible for 6Wednesdays in a row during Advent Please helpfill positions so others do not have to stand for hoursat a time Contact Tom Hruska

I want to thank Darren Johnson for arranging ourfirst Free Throw contest that we have begun tosponsor once again Darren made it happen withhelp from the Squires If you go back far enough inour records we have held a contest in the past but itwas a long time ago Thank you Darren

We have three new members that joined at ourRegional meeting on January 12th They areFernando T Griego his son Fernando Griegoand Armando Ravelo Please welcome our newestBrother Knights when you see them

This begins the writing season for you poor GrandKnight WAAAHHHPray that I will have thestamina to fulfill this obligation and correctly Lastyear it paid off in many ways one being therecognition of our council Statewide You are thereason our council received the highest honor in StarCouncil and the State Deputyrsquos Council of the YearThis helps in so many ways As of this writing ourCouncil is the largest in the State Way to go guysand girls

May we all stand vigilant and fight against thegreatest slaughter of all time with 52+ millioncreations of God not being allowed to walk on thisearth Man defying God can only mean Goddefying man Mankind has been given manywarnings not to defy him yet it continues from thetop of the food chain to the bottom

Some things in life seem so evident andor makecommon sense I have to pinch myself that this isreal and happening There are a great number ofthose that do not believe in life or the definition ofmarriage It just doesnrsquot seem possible Some donot believe in capital punishment for instance yetstand by while the most innocent speechless arenot allowed to be born

God Bless you all and stand firm

Kim Washburn

Grand Knight Council 1643

Catholic TriviaThis Sacrament is one of the three Sacraments of Initiation and is often associatedwith the Gifts of the Holy Spirit(a) Matrimony (b) Holy Orders (c) Confirmation

(d) Reconciliation and PenanceFind the answer somewhere in the Newsletter

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CAN YOU PRAY FOR VOCATIONS FOR JUST ONE HOUR

Brother Knights

Father Jim has requested that the Knights of Columbus pray for religious vocations StJoseph Adoration Chapel one or more hours per week

We have designated Sunday AM hours of 1AM 2AM or 3AM on February 3rd 10th 17th and24th

Please call Tom Hruska at 360-561-5548 or e-mail hruskawwdborg to sign up for one ormore of the above hours

Thank You God bless you and your family

HERE IS UMBERT SENT TO US DIRECT FROM AUSTRALIA

ST PATRICKrsquoS DAY IS ALMOST HERE

Our Annual KofC St Patricks day dinner event is coming to Sacred Heart on March 16th - Watch for moreinformation and tickets sales coming soon For more information contact Darren Johnson

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FAITHFUL NAVIGATORrsquoS MESSAGE

Fraternally yours

Mike ColosiFaithful Navigator

NOTE We will host a pot luck dessert socialKofC information table immediatelyfollowing the 7PM Mass at St Martinrsquos Please bring a finger dessert of your choice suchas cookies brownies lemon bars fruit amp cheese etc

K of C ldquoSchola CantorumrdquoWe also want you We are in need of new members The only requirements are anappreciation of traditional Sacred Music (as well as more contemporary and Patriotic music) theability to carry a tune and the enjoyment of weekly fellowship with other members We meetTuesday evenings between the hours of 700pm and 900pm Refreshments are usually

provided We sing for such events as Memorial Day Mass at CalvaryCemetery combined Choir Mass with the choirs at St Michaelrsquos and SacredHeart our annual Memorial Mass for Deceased Members at the Hall the Council Christmas andSt Patrick Day parties St Georgersquos Pilgrimage and the Tridentine Latin Mass PLEASE HELPCall Sam Pellegrino 360-259-7337

COLUMBIAN HALL NEWS

As many of you know the Columbian Hall floorneeds replacement The cost will be around $22000To date we have over $6000 donated by over 50 ofour 300+ Brother Knights Including insurancemoney we have just over $11000 in funds ndash abouthalf of the total needed Thank you all who havedonated so far

For those who are interested in helping donations inany amount can be sent to

Columbian Hallco Jack Winslow7126 Axis Street SELacey WA 98513

Be sure to make checks payable to ColumbianHallJack WinslowHall Board President

4th Degree Corporate Communion and BanquetSunday February 10th

Restaurant at Panorama City430pm Cocktail Social 500pm Buffet DinnerAdults - $2000 Kids 12 and under - $1000

Mass ndash 700pm with Fr Peter Tynan OSB and the students of St MartinrsquosUniversity at the Abbey Church

Our K of C Schola will join in leading the music with the student choirThis event is open to all 4th Degree members and families as well as prospective 4th

Degree members

Come One Come AllFor banquet reservations please contact Sam Pellegrino 360-259-7337 or

sampellegrinoscateringcom ASAPWe are required to have a minimum of 40 meals as the restaurant has agreed to stay open an

extended time on this Sunday

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WANT A NEW NAME BADGE

Jack Winslow is also the man to go to if youwould like a new name badge Below are thethree types to order Send your order to JackWinslow at

7126 Axis Street SELacey WA 98513

Or E-Mail at wasoxfanmecom

OUR NEW K of C INSURANCE FIELD AGENT

Joseph C Snow (Joe) is a Field Agent for the Knightsof Columbus assigned to our council since midNovember He has been a Knight since 2005 and is a4th degree member Prior to becominga Field Agent he served our country inthe US Air Force in both enlisted andofficer ranks for 31 years retiring inApril 2012 in the rank of LieutenantColonel Joe was born May 3 1957 inPeru Indiana to the late Air ForceMaster Sergeant (Retired) WayneldquoHankrdquo Snow and the late Rose MSnow As an Air Force brat he movedwith his family to South CarolinaAlaska and KI Sawyer AFB beforesettling in Calumet Michigan He graduated fromCalumet High School in 1975 and then attendedMichigan Technological University for a year Heenlisted in the Air Force in 1977 and was an honorgraduate from Weapons Mechanic Technical SchoolAfter a break in service he earned a Bachelor of Science

degree in 1983 from Northern Michigan University andreceived his commission through Officerrsquos TrainingSchool in 1984 His career includes numerous

operational and staff assignments fivedeployments to Bosnia Afghanistan andIraq and an exchange tour with theBritish Royal Air Force Joe is adistinguished graduate ofUndergraduate Navigator TrainingLead-in Fighter Training USAF FighterWeapons School and Air GroundOperations School He is a masternavigator with 2180 flying hoursprimarily in F-111ADEFG modelaircraft and RAF Tornado GR1

Joe has been married to the former Claire Diggins ofOld Tappan NJ for 30 years They have four childrenJillian married to Sgt Dan Lewerenz of the US ArmyCatherine Samantha and Joseph Jr

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STATE BULLETIN

The Washington State Council of the Knights of Columbus publishes a monthly bulletin For membersinterested in viewing this publication it is available at

httpwwwkofc-waorgBulletinscurrentpdf

L G Isaacson Co2140 Mottman Rd SW

TumwaterIndustrial Tools amp Supplies

360-754-6020

Branches also in Longview and Aberdeen

THIS SPACE IS AVAILABLE

SUITS SPORTCOATS SPORTSWEAR

BIG amp TALL SIZES TUX RENTALS

THE GUARDSMAN

Full Line of Tuxedos and AccessoriesFor 4th Degree Knights

LARRY BLUME 701 SLEATER KINNEY RD SE 21(360) 491-2020 LACEY WASHINGTON 98503

SHOW THE TRUTHWASHINGTON STATE

PO BOX 6085OLYMPIA WA 98507

360-561-5548WWWSHOWTHETRUTHORG

If you know of a crisispregnancy

please give us a call We willhelp

TOM HRUSKA PGKPFNDIRECTOR

Catholic Trivia Answer (c) ldquoConfirmation perfects Baptismal grace it gives the Holy Spirit in order toroot us more deeply in the divine filiation incorporate us more firmly into Christ strengthen our bond with theChurch associate us more closely with her mission and help us bear witness to the Christian faith in wordsaccompanied by deedsrdquo (CCC n 1316)

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Columbian HallFor Rent

Non-smokingSeating for 250

Air conditioned with HD TVkitchenstage amp parking

New Projector and screenfor electronic presentations

Weddings receptions parties businessmeetings memorial services etc

Discounted rates for KC members

360-491-7292httpwwwcolumbianhallcom

Support Our AdvertisersAdvertisement space is available in our newsletter The proceeds from this advertising will be used to defray the cost ofpublishing our newsletter and will not be used for charity Each ad space is the size of a standard business card andcosts only $50 per year A bargain price at todayrsquos advertising prices The price for larger ads is based on the number ofspaces used We have over 300 members who receive this newsletter via mail and e-mail each month Please contactnewsletter publisher Jim Pivec at (360) 866-1045 for details

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FROM THE FREE THROW CONTEST ON JANUARY 26TH

FROM THE MASS AT ST MARTINrsquoS ndash 2013 MARCH FOR LIFE DAY

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FOUR NEW 2ND DEGREE MEMBERS OF COUNCIL 1643

Congratulations to Matthew Eliason Anthony Pellegrino Kevin Robbins and Jack MurphyThis photo was taken at the 2nd degree exemplification on January 12th in Lacey But Anthonyand Kevin have been extra speedy They both also completed their 3rd degree on January 20th

ndash also at Hallen Hall in Lacey

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KNIGHT OF THE MONTHFINANCIAL SECRETARY JIM PIVEC

The officers of Council 1643 Knights of Columbus arepleased to announce the Knight of the Month as BrotherJim Pivec Jim is an example of the best Catholic gentlemanamong many Catholic gentlemen in our Council 1643 andacross the State of Washington We are proud to bestowthis honor on our Brother Jim Pivec

Jim and his wife Meg recently celebrated their 50th weddinganniversary a milestone that we all strive forhellipa happymarriage and a lifelong partnership of Christians Theyenjoy three children and six grandchildren Jim and hiswife are products of the IBM environment and have movedmany times before retiring and settling in WesternWashington After Jimrsquos retirement from IBM he served asa Knights of Columbus Field Agent for five years He hasalso worked for the State of Washington Department ofEarly Learning where he faithfully contributed to youthdevelopment by monitoring the state funded pre-schoolprogram

Jim and his wife Meg are communicants of St MichaelParish and in his Parish Jim has served on the FinanceCouncil lending his expertise in such a manner as to keepSt Michael Parish well-funded and serving the interests ofits parishioners In the community For several years Jimedited a weekly newsletter and maintained a web site forthe West Olympia Rotary Club and served as thecoordinator of the International Student Exchange programfor West Olympia Rotary (This author and his family havedirectly benefited from a similar Rotary program in Alaskawhich sent my daughter to Spain for a year to study inSeville I have personally seen the hard work that goes intothis Rotary program) Jim has also served on the Board ofTrustees of the West Olympia Rotary and has served asPresident Vice President Treasurer and web site editor forhis Homeowners Association

Jim current serves as a co-editor of our Council 1643monthly newsletter and is currently our Financial Secretarya job requiring a great deal of attention and expertise Jimis also a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus and a member ofthe 4th Degree Schola Choir

Council 1643 is extremely lucky to have Knights like JimPivec working for the Council Church and CommunityWe are very proud to honor Jim with this award and weencourage all Knights to aspire to his goals and ambitions

FAMILY OF THE MONTHDARREN amp JOANN JOHNSON

Council 1643 Knights of Columbus is pleased to announcethe Family of the Month as Brother Darren Johnson andJoann Johnson family Darren has been a member of thecouncil for a short time but his attitude is that if itworthwhile he should embrace it whole heartedly as amember This he has done

In this Fraternal Year Darren was elected Deputy GrandKnight He also assumes the mantles of Chair of theProgram Committee and also Family Director bothpositions being right at the heart of the Councilrsquos activities

Brother Knights worked with Darren on the Knights BeforeChristmas tree giveaway program this year where they wereable to double the commitment this year from 12 trees to25

Darren and his wife Joann are a significant presence at StMichael Parish where they both serve as members of theHospitality Ministry Joann is a master baker and is veryactive serving with the Knights in the kitchen at both StMichael and Sacred Heart at lunch and dinner events Be onthe lookout for Joannrsquos CakeCupcake Store ndash she hopes tohave her own store someday We have all enjoyed thespecial treats that she has made for many of our events

Darren and Joann have two daughters Whitney is marriedand is 19 years old Mackenzie is 16 years old this monthand attends River Ridge High School

Darren never seems to stop organizing and taking on theleadership for council events He just completed organizingand managing a very successful Free Throw Contest at StMichael and is now as the committee chair turning hisfocus of our St Patrickrsquos Day Dinner event scheduled forMarch 16th at Hallen Hall

Darren is a classic car enthusiast owns his own consultingbusiness and has worked with the City of Lacey and theFire Department to resolve community issues

For all that they do Darren and Joann are truly worthy ofthe honor bestowed upon them as our councilrsquos family ofthe month Congratulations and God bless you Darren andJoann

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FEBRUARY 1 2013KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS3420 78th AVENUE SEOLYMPIA WA 98501-9403

ldquoRETURN SERVICE REQUESTEDrdquo

Non-Profit OrgUS POSTAGE

PAIDOlympia WApermit No 276

February 2013

Sat 2 Rosary and Mass 800AM St MichaelTue 5 Council Officers Meeting 630 PM Washburns

KC Choir Practice 600PM St Martinrsquos AbbeyChurch

Thu 7 Council Business Meeting Columbian Hall (social amprosary 615PM Meeting 730PM)

Fri 8 Crab Feed Sacred Heart 600 PMSat 9 Confirmation with Archbishop 5PM Sacred HeartSun 10 4th Degree Corporate Communion ndash See FN MessageTue 12 40 Days for Life Kick OffWed 13 Ash Wednesday

40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 14 4th Deg Officers meeting 545 PM Columbian HallMon 18 Hall Board Meeting 630PM Columbian HallMon 18 Crusaders of St Joseph Circle Meeting 730PM HallTue 19 KC Choir Practice 700 PM Pellegrino HomeWed 20 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMSat 23 Park Board Meeting 900 AM Columbus ParkWed 27 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 28 4th Deg Assembly Meeting 630 PM Columbian Hall

March 2013

Sat 2 Rosary and Mass 800AM St MichaelTue 5 Council Officers Meeting 630 PM Washburns

KC Choir Practice 700PM Pellegrino HomeWed 13 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 7 Council Business Meeting Columbian Hall (social amp

rosary 615PM Meeting 730PM)Tue 12 KC Choir Practice 700PM Pellegrino HomeWed 13 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 14 4th Deg Officers meeting 545 PM Columbian HallSat 16 St Patrickrsquos Day Dinner Hallen Hall (see March

newsletter for details)Mon 18 Crusaders of St Joseph Circle Meeting 730PM HallTue 19 St Joseph Day Noon Mass St Michael Downtown

amp festivities till 700PMHall Board Meeting 630PM Columbian Hall

Thu 21 4th Deg Assembly Meeting 630 PM Columbian HallSat 23 Park Board Meeting 900 AM Columbus ParkSun 24 Palm SundaySun 31 EASTER SUNDAY

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Grand Knightrsquos Message

Brother KnightsWhen you readthis newsletter wewill havecompleted ourannual March forLife I want tothank everyonethat participatedespecially EdSauley that havededicated so many

years to this worth cause Your efforts do not gounnoticed Our Catholic faith and belief is underattack from all sides We must stand firmTOGETHER

On this subject the 40 Days for Life of the unbornwill kick off February 12th Then our biannual vigilat Planned Parenthood will begin the day after AshWednesday We as Knights are responsible for 6Wednesdays in a row during Advent Please helpfill positions so others do not have to stand for hoursat a time Contact Tom Hruska

I want to thank Darren Johnson for arranging ourfirst Free Throw contest that we have begun tosponsor once again Darren made it happen withhelp from the Squires If you go back far enough inour records we have held a contest in the past but itwas a long time ago Thank you Darren

We have three new members that joined at ourRegional meeting on January 12th They areFernando T Griego his son Fernando Griegoand Armando Ravelo Please welcome our newestBrother Knights when you see them

This begins the writing season for you poor GrandKnight WAAAHHHPray that I will have thestamina to fulfill this obligation and correctly Lastyear it paid off in many ways one being therecognition of our council Statewide You are thereason our council received the highest honor in StarCouncil and the State Deputyrsquos Council of the YearThis helps in so many ways As of this writing ourCouncil is the largest in the State Way to go guysand girls

May we all stand vigilant and fight against thegreatest slaughter of all time with 52+ millioncreations of God not being allowed to walk on thisearth Man defying God can only mean Goddefying man Mankind has been given manywarnings not to defy him yet it continues from thetop of the food chain to the bottom

Some things in life seem so evident andor makecommon sense I have to pinch myself that this isreal and happening There are a great number ofthose that do not believe in life or the definition ofmarriage It just doesnrsquot seem possible Some donot believe in capital punishment for instance yetstand by while the most innocent speechless arenot allowed to be born

God Bless you all and stand firm

Kim Washburn

Grand Knight Council 1643

Catholic TriviaThis Sacrament is one of the three Sacraments of Initiation and is often associatedwith the Gifts of the Holy Spirit(a) Matrimony (b) Holy Orders (c) Confirmation

(d) Reconciliation and PenanceFind the answer somewhere in the Newsletter

Page -3-

CAN YOU PRAY FOR VOCATIONS FOR JUST ONE HOUR

Brother Knights

Father Jim has requested that the Knights of Columbus pray for religious vocations StJoseph Adoration Chapel one or more hours per week

We have designated Sunday AM hours of 1AM 2AM or 3AM on February 3rd 10th 17th and24th

Please call Tom Hruska at 360-561-5548 or e-mail hruskawwdborg to sign up for one ormore of the above hours

Thank You God bless you and your family

HERE IS UMBERT SENT TO US DIRECT FROM AUSTRALIA

ST PATRICKrsquoS DAY IS ALMOST HERE

Our Annual KofC St Patricks day dinner event is coming to Sacred Heart on March 16th - Watch for moreinformation and tickets sales coming soon For more information contact Darren Johnson

Page -4-

FAITHFUL NAVIGATORrsquoS MESSAGE

Fraternally yours

Mike ColosiFaithful Navigator

NOTE We will host a pot luck dessert socialKofC information table immediatelyfollowing the 7PM Mass at St Martinrsquos Please bring a finger dessert of your choice suchas cookies brownies lemon bars fruit amp cheese etc

K of C ldquoSchola CantorumrdquoWe also want you We are in need of new members The only requirements are anappreciation of traditional Sacred Music (as well as more contemporary and Patriotic music) theability to carry a tune and the enjoyment of weekly fellowship with other members We meetTuesday evenings between the hours of 700pm and 900pm Refreshments are usually

provided We sing for such events as Memorial Day Mass at CalvaryCemetery combined Choir Mass with the choirs at St Michaelrsquos and SacredHeart our annual Memorial Mass for Deceased Members at the Hall the Council Christmas andSt Patrick Day parties St Georgersquos Pilgrimage and the Tridentine Latin Mass PLEASE HELPCall Sam Pellegrino 360-259-7337

COLUMBIAN HALL NEWS

As many of you know the Columbian Hall floorneeds replacement The cost will be around $22000To date we have over $6000 donated by over 50 ofour 300+ Brother Knights Including insurancemoney we have just over $11000 in funds ndash abouthalf of the total needed Thank you all who havedonated so far

For those who are interested in helping donations inany amount can be sent to

Columbian Hallco Jack Winslow7126 Axis Street SELacey WA 98513

Be sure to make checks payable to ColumbianHallJack WinslowHall Board President

4th Degree Corporate Communion and BanquetSunday February 10th

Restaurant at Panorama City430pm Cocktail Social 500pm Buffet DinnerAdults - $2000 Kids 12 and under - $1000

Mass ndash 700pm with Fr Peter Tynan OSB and the students of St MartinrsquosUniversity at the Abbey Church

Our K of C Schola will join in leading the music with the student choirThis event is open to all 4th Degree members and families as well as prospective 4th

Degree members

Come One Come AllFor banquet reservations please contact Sam Pellegrino 360-259-7337 or

sampellegrinoscateringcom ASAPWe are required to have a minimum of 40 meals as the restaurant has agreed to stay open an

extended time on this Sunday

Page -5-

WANT A NEW NAME BADGE

Jack Winslow is also the man to go to if youwould like a new name badge Below are thethree types to order Send your order to JackWinslow at

7126 Axis Street SELacey WA 98513

Or E-Mail at wasoxfanmecom

OUR NEW K of C INSURANCE FIELD AGENT

Joseph C Snow (Joe) is a Field Agent for the Knightsof Columbus assigned to our council since midNovember He has been a Knight since 2005 and is a4th degree member Prior to becominga Field Agent he served our country inthe US Air Force in both enlisted andofficer ranks for 31 years retiring inApril 2012 in the rank of LieutenantColonel Joe was born May 3 1957 inPeru Indiana to the late Air ForceMaster Sergeant (Retired) WayneldquoHankrdquo Snow and the late Rose MSnow As an Air Force brat he movedwith his family to South CarolinaAlaska and KI Sawyer AFB beforesettling in Calumet Michigan He graduated fromCalumet High School in 1975 and then attendedMichigan Technological University for a year Heenlisted in the Air Force in 1977 and was an honorgraduate from Weapons Mechanic Technical SchoolAfter a break in service he earned a Bachelor of Science

degree in 1983 from Northern Michigan University andreceived his commission through Officerrsquos TrainingSchool in 1984 His career includes numerous

operational and staff assignments fivedeployments to Bosnia Afghanistan andIraq and an exchange tour with theBritish Royal Air Force Joe is adistinguished graduate ofUndergraduate Navigator TrainingLead-in Fighter Training USAF FighterWeapons School and Air GroundOperations School He is a masternavigator with 2180 flying hoursprimarily in F-111ADEFG modelaircraft and RAF Tornado GR1

Joe has been married to the former Claire Diggins ofOld Tappan NJ for 30 years They have four childrenJillian married to Sgt Dan Lewerenz of the US ArmyCatherine Samantha and Joseph Jr

Page -6-

STATE BULLETIN

The Washington State Council of the Knights of Columbus publishes a monthly bulletin For membersinterested in viewing this publication it is available at

httpwwwkofc-waorgBulletinscurrentpdf

L G Isaacson Co2140 Mottman Rd SW

TumwaterIndustrial Tools amp Supplies

360-754-6020

Branches also in Longview and Aberdeen

THIS SPACE IS AVAILABLE

SUITS SPORTCOATS SPORTSWEAR

BIG amp TALL SIZES TUX RENTALS

THE GUARDSMAN

Full Line of Tuxedos and AccessoriesFor 4th Degree Knights

LARRY BLUME 701 SLEATER KINNEY RD SE 21(360) 491-2020 LACEY WASHINGTON 98503

SHOW THE TRUTHWASHINGTON STATE

PO BOX 6085OLYMPIA WA 98507

360-561-5548WWWSHOWTHETRUTHORG

If you know of a crisispregnancy

please give us a call We willhelp

TOM HRUSKA PGKPFNDIRECTOR

Catholic Trivia Answer (c) ldquoConfirmation perfects Baptismal grace it gives the Holy Spirit in order toroot us more deeply in the divine filiation incorporate us more firmly into Christ strengthen our bond with theChurch associate us more closely with her mission and help us bear witness to the Christian faith in wordsaccompanied by deedsrdquo (CCC n 1316)

Page -7-

Columbian HallFor Rent

Non-smokingSeating for 250

Air conditioned with HD TVkitchenstage amp parking

New Projector and screenfor electronic presentations

Weddings receptions parties businessmeetings memorial services etc

Discounted rates for KC members

360-491-7292httpwwwcolumbianhallcom

Support Our AdvertisersAdvertisement space is available in our newsletter The proceeds from this advertising will be used to defray the cost ofpublishing our newsletter and will not be used for charity Each ad space is the size of a standard business card andcosts only $50 per year A bargain price at todayrsquos advertising prices The price for larger ads is based on the number ofspaces used We have over 300 members who receive this newsletter via mail and e-mail each month Please contactnewsletter publisher Jim Pivec at (360) 866-1045 for details

Page -8-

FROM THE FREE THROW CONTEST ON JANUARY 26TH

FROM THE MASS AT ST MARTINrsquoS ndash 2013 MARCH FOR LIFE DAY

Page -9-

FOUR NEW 2ND DEGREE MEMBERS OF COUNCIL 1643

Congratulations to Matthew Eliason Anthony Pellegrino Kevin Robbins and Jack MurphyThis photo was taken at the 2nd degree exemplification on January 12th in Lacey But Anthonyand Kevin have been extra speedy They both also completed their 3rd degree on January 20th

ndash also at Hallen Hall in Lacey

Page -10-

KNIGHT OF THE MONTHFINANCIAL SECRETARY JIM PIVEC

The officers of Council 1643 Knights of Columbus arepleased to announce the Knight of the Month as BrotherJim Pivec Jim is an example of the best Catholic gentlemanamong many Catholic gentlemen in our Council 1643 andacross the State of Washington We are proud to bestowthis honor on our Brother Jim Pivec

Jim and his wife Meg recently celebrated their 50th weddinganniversary a milestone that we all strive forhellipa happymarriage and a lifelong partnership of Christians Theyenjoy three children and six grandchildren Jim and hiswife are products of the IBM environment and have movedmany times before retiring and settling in WesternWashington After Jimrsquos retirement from IBM he served asa Knights of Columbus Field Agent for five years He hasalso worked for the State of Washington Department ofEarly Learning where he faithfully contributed to youthdevelopment by monitoring the state funded pre-schoolprogram

Jim and his wife Meg are communicants of St MichaelParish and in his Parish Jim has served on the FinanceCouncil lending his expertise in such a manner as to keepSt Michael Parish well-funded and serving the interests ofits parishioners In the community For several years Jimedited a weekly newsletter and maintained a web site forthe West Olympia Rotary Club and served as thecoordinator of the International Student Exchange programfor West Olympia Rotary (This author and his family havedirectly benefited from a similar Rotary program in Alaskawhich sent my daughter to Spain for a year to study inSeville I have personally seen the hard work that goes intothis Rotary program) Jim has also served on the Board ofTrustees of the West Olympia Rotary and has served asPresident Vice President Treasurer and web site editor forhis Homeowners Association

Jim current serves as a co-editor of our Council 1643monthly newsletter and is currently our Financial Secretarya job requiring a great deal of attention and expertise Jimis also a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus and a member ofthe 4th Degree Schola Choir

Council 1643 is extremely lucky to have Knights like JimPivec working for the Council Church and CommunityWe are very proud to honor Jim with this award and weencourage all Knights to aspire to his goals and ambitions

FAMILY OF THE MONTHDARREN amp JOANN JOHNSON

Council 1643 Knights of Columbus is pleased to announcethe Family of the Month as Brother Darren Johnson andJoann Johnson family Darren has been a member of thecouncil for a short time but his attitude is that if itworthwhile he should embrace it whole heartedly as amember This he has done

In this Fraternal Year Darren was elected Deputy GrandKnight He also assumes the mantles of Chair of theProgram Committee and also Family Director bothpositions being right at the heart of the Councilrsquos activities

Brother Knights worked with Darren on the Knights BeforeChristmas tree giveaway program this year where they wereable to double the commitment this year from 12 trees to25

Darren and his wife Joann are a significant presence at StMichael Parish where they both serve as members of theHospitality Ministry Joann is a master baker and is veryactive serving with the Knights in the kitchen at both StMichael and Sacred Heart at lunch and dinner events Be onthe lookout for Joannrsquos CakeCupcake Store ndash she hopes tohave her own store someday We have all enjoyed thespecial treats that she has made for many of our events

Darren and Joann have two daughters Whitney is marriedand is 19 years old Mackenzie is 16 years old this monthand attends River Ridge High School

Darren never seems to stop organizing and taking on theleadership for council events He just completed organizingand managing a very successful Free Throw Contest at StMichael and is now as the committee chair turning hisfocus of our St Patrickrsquos Day Dinner event scheduled forMarch 16th at Hallen Hall

Darren is a classic car enthusiast owns his own consultingbusiness and has worked with the City of Lacey and theFire Department to resolve community issues

For all that they do Darren and Joann are truly worthy ofthe honor bestowed upon them as our councilrsquos family ofthe month Congratulations and God bless you Darren andJoann

Page -11-

Page -12-

FEBRUARY 1 2013KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS3420 78th AVENUE SEOLYMPIA WA 98501-9403

ldquoRETURN SERVICE REQUESTEDrdquo

Non-Profit OrgUS POSTAGE

PAIDOlympia WApermit No 276

February 2013

Sat 2 Rosary and Mass 800AM St MichaelTue 5 Council Officers Meeting 630 PM Washburns

KC Choir Practice 600PM St Martinrsquos AbbeyChurch

Thu 7 Council Business Meeting Columbian Hall (social amprosary 615PM Meeting 730PM)

Fri 8 Crab Feed Sacred Heart 600 PMSat 9 Confirmation with Archbishop 5PM Sacred HeartSun 10 4th Degree Corporate Communion ndash See FN MessageTue 12 40 Days for Life Kick OffWed 13 Ash Wednesday

40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 14 4th Deg Officers meeting 545 PM Columbian HallMon 18 Hall Board Meeting 630PM Columbian HallMon 18 Crusaders of St Joseph Circle Meeting 730PM HallTue 19 KC Choir Practice 700 PM Pellegrino HomeWed 20 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMSat 23 Park Board Meeting 900 AM Columbus ParkWed 27 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 28 4th Deg Assembly Meeting 630 PM Columbian Hall

March 2013

Sat 2 Rosary and Mass 800AM St MichaelTue 5 Council Officers Meeting 630 PM Washburns

KC Choir Practice 700PM Pellegrino HomeWed 13 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 7 Council Business Meeting Columbian Hall (social amp

rosary 615PM Meeting 730PM)Tue 12 KC Choir Practice 700PM Pellegrino HomeWed 13 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 14 4th Deg Officers meeting 545 PM Columbian HallSat 16 St Patrickrsquos Day Dinner Hallen Hall (see March

newsletter for details)Mon 18 Crusaders of St Joseph Circle Meeting 730PM HallTue 19 St Joseph Day Noon Mass St Michael Downtown

amp festivities till 700PMHall Board Meeting 630PM Columbian Hall

Thu 21 4th Deg Assembly Meeting 630 PM Columbian HallSat 23 Park Board Meeting 900 AM Columbus ParkSun 24 Palm SundaySun 31 EASTER SUNDAY

Page -3-

CAN YOU PRAY FOR VOCATIONS FOR JUST ONE HOUR

Brother Knights

Father Jim has requested that the Knights of Columbus pray for religious vocations StJoseph Adoration Chapel one or more hours per week

We have designated Sunday AM hours of 1AM 2AM or 3AM on February 3rd 10th 17th and24th

Please call Tom Hruska at 360-561-5548 or e-mail hruskawwdborg to sign up for one ormore of the above hours

Thank You God bless you and your family

HERE IS UMBERT SENT TO US DIRECT FROM AUSTRALIA

ST PATRICKrsquoS DAY IS ALMOST HERE

Our Annual KofC St Patricks day dinner event is coming to Sacred Heart on March 16th - Watch for moreinformation and tickets sales coming soon For more information contact Darren Johnson

Page -4-

FAITHFUL NAVIGATORrsquoS MESSAGE

Fraternally yours

Mike ColosiFaithful Navigator

NOTE We will host a pot luck dessert socialKofC information table immediatelyfollowing the 7PM Mass at St Martinrsquos Please bring a finger dessert of your choice suchas cookies brownies lemon bars fruit amp cheese etc

K of C ldquoSchola CantorumrdquoWe also want you We are in need of new members The only requirements are anappreciation of traditional Sacred Music (as well as more contemporary and Patriotic music) theability to carry a tune and the enjoyment of weekly fellowship with other members We meetTuesday evenings between the hours of 700pm and 900pm Refreshments are usually

provided We sing for such events as Memorial Day Mass at CalvaryCemetery combined Choir Mass with the choirs at St Michaelrsquos and SacredHeart our annual Memorial Mass for Deceased Members at the Hall the Council Christmas andSt Patrick Day parties St Georgersquos Pilgrimage and the Tridentine Latin Mass PLEASE HELPCall Sam Pellegrino 360-259-7337

COLUMBIAN HALL NEWS

As many of you know the Columbian Hall floorneeds replacement The cost will be around $22000To date we have over $6000 donated by over 50 ofour 300+ Brother Knights Including insurancemoney we have just over $11000 in funds ndash abouthalf of the total needed Thank you all who havedonated so far

For those who are interested in helping donations inany amount can be sent to

Columbian Hallco Jack Winslow7126 Axis Street SELacey WA 98513

Be sure to make checks payable to ColumbianHallJack WinslowHall Board President

4th Degree Corporate Communion and BanquetSunday February 10th

Restaurant at Panorama City430pm Cocktail Social 500pm Buffet DinnerAdults - $2000 Kids 12 and under - $1000

Mass ndash 700pm with Fr Peter Tynan OSB and the students of St MartinrsquosUniversity at the Abbey Church

Our K of C Schola will join in leading the music with the student choirThis event is open to all 4th Degree members and families as well as prospective 4th

Degree members

Come One Come AllFor banquet reservations please contact Sam Pellegrino 360-259-7337 or

sampellegrinoscateringcom ASAPWe are required to have a minimum of 40 meals as the restaurant has agreed to stay open an

extended time on this Sunday

Page -5-

WANT A NEW NAME BADGE

Jack Winslow is also the man to go to if youwould like a new name badge Below are thethree types to order Send your order to JackWinslow at

7126 Axis Street SELacey WA 98513

Or E-Mail at wasoxfanmecom

OUR NEW K of C INSURANCE FIELD AGENT

Joseph C Snow (Joe) is a Field Agent for the Knightsof Columbus assigned to our council since midNovember He has been a Knight since 2005 and is a4th degree member Prior to becominga Field Agent he served our country inthe US Air Force in both enlisted andofficer ranks for 31 years retiring inApril 2012 in the rank of LieutenantColonel Joe was born May 3 1957 inPeru Indiana to the late Air ForceMaster Sergeant (Retired) WayneldquoHankrdquo Snow and the late Rose MSnow As an Air Force brat he movedwith his family to South CarolinaAlaska and KI Sawyer AFB beforesettling in Calumet Michigan He graduated fromCalumet High School in 1975 and then attendedMichigan Technological University for a year Heenlisted in the Air Force in 1977 and was an honorgraduate from Weapons Mechanic Technical SchoolAfter a break in service he earned a Bachelor of Science

degree in 1983 from Northern Michigan University andreceived his commission through Officerrsquos TrainingSchool in 1984 His career includes numerous

operational and staff assignments fivedeployments to Bosnia Afghanistan andIraq and an exchange tour with theBritish Royal Air Force Joe is adistinguished graduate ofUndergraduate Navigator TrainingLead-in Fighter Training USAF FighterWeapons School and Air GroundOperations School He is a masternavigator with 2180 flying hoursprimarily in F-111ADEFG modelaircraft and RAF Tornado GR1

Joe has been married to the former Claire Diggins ofOld Tappan NJ for 30 years They have four childrenJillian married to Sgt Dan Lewerenz of the US ArmyCatherine Samantha and Joseph Jr

Page -6-

STATE BULLETIN

The Washington State Council of the Knights of Columbus publishes a monthly bulletin For membersinterested in viewing this publication it is available at

httpwwwkofc-waorgBulletinscurrentpdf

L G Isaacson Co2140 Mottman Rd SW

TumwaterIndustrial Tools amp Supplies

360-754-6020

Branches also in Longview and Aberdeen

THIS SPACE IS AVAILABLE

SUITS SPORTCOATS SPORTSWEAR

BIG amp TALL SIZES TUX RENTALS

THE GUARDSMAN

Full Line of Tuxedos and AccessoriesFor 4th Degree Knights

LARRY BLUME 701 SLEATER KINNEY RD SE 21(360) 491-2020 LACEY WASHINGTON 98503

SHOW THE TRUTHWASHINGTON STATE

PO BOX 6085OLYMPIA WA 98507

360-561-5548WWWSHOWTHETRUTHORG

If you know of a crisispregnancy

please give us a call We willhelp

TOM HRUSKA PGKPFNDIRECTOR

Catholic Trivia Answer (c) ldquoConfirmation perfects Baptismal grace it gives the Holy Spirit in order toroot us more deeply in the divine filiation incorporate us more firmly into Christ strengthen our bond with theChurch associate us more closely with her mission and help us bear witness to the Christian faith in wordsaccompanied by deedsrdquo (CCC n 1316)

Page -7-

Columbian HallFor Rent

Non-smokingSeating for 250

Air conditioned with HD TVkitchenstage amp parking

New Projector and screenfor electronic presentations

Weddings receptions parties businessmeetings memorial services etc

Discounted rates for KC members

360-491-7292httpwwwcolumbianhallcom

Support Our AdvertisersAdvertisement space is available in our newsletter The proceeds from this advertising will be used to defray the cost ofpublishing our newsletter and will not be used for charity Each ad space is the size of a standard business card andcosts only $50 per year A bargain price at todayrsquos advertising prices The price for larger ads is based on the number ofspaces used We have over 300 members who receive this newsletter via mail and e-mail each month Please contactnewsletter publisher Jim Pivec at (360) 866-1045 for details

Page -8-

FROM THE FREE THROW CONTEST ON JANUARY 26TH

FROM THE MASS AT ST MARTINrsquoS ndash 2013 MARCH FOR LIFE DAY

Page -9-

FOUR NEW 2ND DEGREE MEMBERS OF COUNCIL 1643

Congratulations to Matthew Eliason Anthony Pellegrino Kevin Robbins and Jack MurphyThis photo was taken at the 2nd degree exemplification on January 12th in Lacey But Anthonyand Kevin have been extra speedy They both also completed their 3rd degree on January 20th

ndash also at Hallen Hall in Lacey

Page -10-

KNIGHT OF THE MONTHFINANCIAL SECRETARY JIM PIVEC

The officers of Council 1643 Knights of Columbus arepleased to announce the Knight of the Month as BrotherJim Pivec Jim is an example of the best Catholic gentlemanamong many Catholic gentlemen in our Council 1643 andacross the State of Washington We are proud to bestowthis honor on our Brother Jim Pivec

Jim and his wife Meg recently celebrated their 50th weddinganniversary a milestone that we all strive forhellipa happymarriage and a lifelong partnership of Christians Theyenjoy three children and six grandchildren Jim and hiswife are products of the IBM environment and have movedmany times before retiring and settling in WesternWashington After Jimrsquos retirement from IBM he served asa Knights of Columbus Field Agent for five years He hasalso worked for the State of Washington Department ofEarly Learning where he faithfully contributed to youthdevelopment by monitoring the state funded pre-schoolprogram

Jim and his wife Meg are communicants of St MichaelParish and in his Parish Jim has served on the FinanceCouncil lending his expertise in such a manner as to keepSt Michael Parish well-funded and serving the interests ofits parishioners In the community For several years Jimedited a weekly newsletter and maintained a web site forthe West Olympia Rotary Club and served as thecoordinator of the International Student Exchange programfor West Olympia Rotary (This author and his family havedirectly benefited from a similar Rotary program in Alaskawhich sent my daughter to Spain for a year to study inSeville I have personally seen the hard work that goes intothis Rotary program) Jim has also served on the Board ofTrustees of the West Olympia Rotary and has served asPresident Vice President Treasurer and web site editor forhis Homeowners Association

Jim current serves as a co-editor of our Council 1643monthly newsletter and is currently our Financial Secretarya job requiring a great deal of attention and expertise Jimis also a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus and a member ofthe 4th Degree Schola Choir

Council 1643 is extremely lucky to have Knights like JimPivec working for the Council Church and CommunityWe are very proud to honor Jim with this award and weencourage all Knights to aspire to his goals and ambitions

FAMILY OF THE MONTHDARREN amp JOANN JOHNSON

Council 1643 Knights of Columbus is pleased to announcethe Family of the Month as Brother Darren Johnson andJoann Johnson family Darren has been a member of thecouncil for a short time but his attitude is that if itworthwhile he should embrace it whole heartedly as amember This he has done

In this Fraternal Year Darren was elected Deputy GrandKnight He also assumes the mantles of Chair of theProgram Committee and also Family Director bothpositions being right at the heart of the Councilrsquos activities

Brother Knights worked with Darren on the Knights BeforeChristmas tree giveaway program this year where they wereable to double the commitment this year from 12 trees to25

Darren and his wife Joann are a significant presence at StMichael Parish where they both serve as members of theHospitality Ministry Joann is a master baker and is veryactive serving with the Knights in the kitchen at both StMichael and Sacred Heart at lunch and dinner events Be onthe lookout for Joannrsquos CakeCupcake Store ndash she hopes tohave her own store someday We have all enjoyed thespecial treats that she has made for many of our events

Darren and Joann have two daughters Whitney is marriedand is 19 years old Mackenzie is 16 years old this monthand attends River Ridge High School

Darren never seems to stop organizing and taking on theleadership for council events He just completed organizingand managing a very successful Free Throw Contest at StMichael and is now as the committee chair turning hisfocus of our St Patrickrsquos Day Dinner event scheduled forMarch 16th at Hallen Hall

Darren is a classic car enthusiast owns his own consultingbusiness and has worked with the City of Lacey and theFire Department to resolve community issues

For all that they do Darren and Joann are truly worthy ofthe honor bestowed upon them as our councilrsquos family ofthe month Congratulations and God bless you Darren andJoann

Page -11-

Page -12-

FEBRUARY 1 2013KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS3420 78th AVENUE SEOLYMPIA WA 98501-9403

ldquoRETURN SERVICE REQUESTEDrdquo

Non-Profit OrgUS POSTAGE

PAIDOlympia WApermit No 276

February 2013

Sat 2 Rosary and Mass 800AM St MichaelTue 5 Council Officers Meeting 630 PM Washburns

KC Choir Practice 600PM St Martinrsquos AbbeyChurch

Thu 7 Council Business Meeting Columbian Hall (social amprosary 615PM Meeting 730PM)

Fri 8 Crab Feed Sacred Heart 600 PMSat 9 Confirmation with Archbishop 5PM Sacred HeartSun 10 4th Degree Corporate Communion ndash See FN MessageTue 12 40 Days for Life Kick OffWed 13 Ash Wednesday

40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 14 4th Deg Officers meeting 545 PM Columbian HallMon 18 Hall Board Meeting 630PM Columbian HallMon 18 Crusaders of St Joseph Circle Meeting 730PM HallTue 19 KC Choir Practice 700 PM Pellegrino HomeWed 20 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMSat 23 Park Board Meeting 900 AM Columbus ParkWed 27 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 28 4th Deg Assembly Meeting 630 PM Columbian Hall

March 2013

Sat 2 Rosary and Mass 800AM St MichaelTue 5 Council Officers Meeting 630 PM Washburns

KC Choir Practice 700PM Pellegrino HomeWed 13 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 7 Council Business Meeting Columbian Hall (social amp

rosary 615PM Meeting 730PM)Tue 12 KC Choir Practice 700PM Pellegrino HomeWed 13 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 14 4th Deg Officers meeting 545 PM Columbian HallSat 16 St Patrickrsquos Day Dinner Hallen Hall (see March

newsletter for details)Mon 18 Crusaders of St Joseph Circle Meeting 730PM HallTue 19 St Joseph Day Noon Mass St Michael Downtown

amp festivities till 700PMHall Board Meeting 630PM Columbian Hall

Thu 21 4th Deg Assembly Meeting 630 PM Columbian HallSat 23 Park Board Meeting 900 AM Columbus ParkSun 24 Palm SundaySun 31 EASTER SUNDAY

Page -4-

FAITHFUL NAVIGATORrsquoS MESSAGE

Fraternally yours

Mike ColosiFaithful Navigator

NOTE We will host a pot luck dessert socialKofC information table immediatelyfollowing the 7PM Mass at St Martinrsquos Please bring a finger dessert of your choice suchas cookies brownies lemon bars fruit amp cheese etc

K of C ldquoSchola CantorumrdquoWe also want you We are in need of new members The only requirements are anappreciation of traditional Sacred Music (as well as more contemporary and Patriotic music) theability to carry a tune and the enjoyment of weekly fellowship with other members We meetTuesday evenings between the hours of 700pm and 900pm Refreshments are usually

provided We sing for such events as Memorial Day Mass at CalvaryCemetery combined Choir Mass with the choirs at St Michaelrsquos and SacredHeart our annual Memorial Mass for Deceased Members at the Hall the Council Christmas andSt Patrick Day parties St Georgersquos Pilgrimage and the Tridentine Latin Mass PLEASE HELPCall Sam Pellegrino 360-259-7337

COLUMBIAN HALL NEWS

As many of you know the Columbian Hall floorneeds replacement The cost will be around $22000To date we have over $6000 donated by over 50 ofour 300+ Brother Knights Including insurancemoney we have just over $11000 in funds ndash abouthalf of the total needed Thank you all who havedonated so far

For those who are interested in helping donations inany amount can be sent to

Columbian Hallco Jack Winslow7126 Axis Street SELacey WA 98513

Be sure to make checks payable to ColumbianHallJack WinslowHall Board President

4th Degree Corporate Communion and BanquetSunday February 10th

Restaurant at Panorama City430pm Cocktail Social 500pm Buffet DinnerAdults - $2000 Kids 12 and under - $1000

Mass ndash 700pm with Fr Peter Tynan OSB and the students of St MartinrsquosUniversity at the Abbey Church

Our K of C Schola will join in leading the music with the student choirThis event is open to all 4th Degree members and families as well as prospective 4th

Degree members

Come One Come AllFor banquet reservations please contact Sam Pellegrino 360-259-7337 or

sampellegrinoscateringcom ASAPWe are required to have a minimum of 40 meals as the restaurant has agreed to stay open an

extended time on this Sunday

Page -5-

WANT A NEW NAME BADGE

Jack Winslow is also the man to go to if youwould like a new name badge Below are thethree types to order Send your order to JackWinslow at

7126 Axis Street SELacey WA 98513

Or E-Mail at wasoxfanmecom

OUR NEW K of C INSURANCE FIELD AGENT

Joseph C Snow (Joe) is a Field Agent for the Knightsof Columbus assigned to our council since midNovember He has been a Knight since 2005 and is a4th degree member Prior to becominga Field Agent he served our country inthe US Air Force in both enlisted andofficer ranks for 31 years retiring inApril 2012 in the rank of LieutenantColonel Joe was born May 3 1957 inPeru Indiana to the late Air ForceMaster Sergeant (Retired) WayneldquoHankrdquo Snow and the late Rose MSnow As an Air Force brat he movedwith his family to South CarolinaAlaska and KI Sawyer AFB beforesettling in Calumet Michigan He graduated fromCalumet High School in 1975 and then attendedMichigan Technological University for a year Heenlisted in the Air Force in 1977 and was an honorgraduate from Weapons Mechanic Technical SchoolAfter a break in service he earned a Bachelor of Science

degree in 1983 from Northern Michigan University andreceived his commission through Officerrsquos TrainingSchool in 1984 His career includes numerous

operational and staff assignments fivedeployments to Bosnia Afghanistan andIraq and an exchange tour with theBritish Royal Air Force Joe is adistinguished graduate ofUndergraduate Navigator TrainingLead-in Fighter Training USAF FighterWeapons School and Air GroundOperations School He is a masternavigator with 2180 flying hoursprimarily in F-111ADEFG modelaircraft and RAF Tornado GR1

Joe has been married to the former Claire Diggins ofOld Tappan NJ for 30 years They have four childrenJillian married to Sgt Dan Lewerenz of the US ArmyCatherine Samantha and Joseph Jr

Page -6-

STATE BULLETIN

The Washington State Council of the Knights of Columbus publishes a monthly bulletin For membersinterested in viewing this publication it is available at

httpwwwkofc-waorgBulletinscurrentpdf

L G Isaacson Co2140 Mottman Rd SW

TumwaterIndustrial Tools amp Supplies

360-754-6020

Branches also in Longview and Aberdeen

THIS SPACE IS AVAILABLE

SUITS SPORTCOATS SPORTSWEAR

BIG amp TALL SIZES TUX RENTALS

THE GUARDSMAN

Full Line of Tuxedos and AccessoriesFor 4th Degree Knights

LARRY BLUME 701 SLEATER KINNEY RD SE 21(360) 491-2020 LACEY WASHINGTON 98503

SHOW THE TRUTHWASHINGTON STATE

PO BOX 6085OLYMPIA WA 98507

360-561-5548WWWSHOWTHETRUTHORG

If you know of a crisispregnancy

please give us a call We willhelp

TOM HRUSKA PGKPFNDIRECTOR

Catholic Trivia Answer (c) ldquoConfirmation perfects Baptismal grace it gives the Holy Spirit in order toroot us more deeply in the divine filiation incorporate us more firmly into Christ strengthen our bond with theChurch associate us more closely with her mission and help us bear witness to the Christian faith in wordsaccompanied by deedsrdquo (CCC n 1316)

Page -7-

Columbian HallFor Rent

Non-smokingSeating for 250

Air conditioned with HD TVkitchenstage amp parking

New Projector and screenfor electronic presentations

Weddings receptions parties businessmeetings memorial services etc

Discounted rates for KC members

360-491-7292httpwwwcolumbianhallcom

Support Our AdvertisersAdvertisement space is available in our newsletter The proceeds from this advertising will be used to defray the cost ofpublishing our newsletter and will not be used for charity Each ad space is the size of a standard business card andcosts only $50 per year A bargain price at todayrsquos advertising prices The price for larger ads is based on the number ofspaces used We have over 300 members who receive this newsletter via mail and e-mail each month Please contactnewsletter publisher Jim Pivec at (360) 866-1045 for details

Page -8-

FROM THE FREE THROW CONTEST ON JANUARY 26TH

FROM THE MASS AT ST MARTINrsquoS ndash 2013 MARCH FOR LIFE DAY

Page -9-

FOUR NEW 2ND DEGREE MEMBERS OF COUNCIL 1643

Congratulations to Matthew Eliason Anthony Pellegrino Kevin Robbins and Jack MurphyThis photo was taken at the 2nd degree exemplification on January 12th in Lacey But Anthonyand Kevin have been extra speedy They both also completed their 3rd degree on January 20th

ndash also at Hallen Hall in Lacey

Page -10-

KNIGHT OF THE MONTHFINANCIAL SECRETARY JIM PIVEC

The officers of Council 1643 Knights of Columbus arepleased to announce the Knight of the Month as BrotherJim Pivec Jim is an example of the best Catholic gentlemanamong many Catholic gentlemen in our Council 1643 andacross the State of Washington We are proud to bestowthis honor on our Brother Jim Pivec

Jim and his wife Meg recently celebrated their 50th weddinganniversary a milestone that we all strive forhellipa happymarriage and a lifelong partnership of Christians Theyenjoy three children and six grandchildren Jim and hiswife are products of the IBM environment and have movedmany times before retiring and settling in WesternWashington After Jimrsquos retirement from IBM he served asa Knights of Columbus Field Agent for five years He hasalso worked for the State of Washington Department ofEarly Learning where he faithfully contributed to youthdevelopment by monitoring the state funded pre-schoolprogram

Jim and his wife Meg are communicants of St MichaelParish and in his Parish Jim has served on the FinanceCouncil lending his expertise in such a manner as to keepSt Michael Parish well-funded and serving the interests ofits parishioners In the community For several years Jimedited a weekly newsletter and maintained a web site forthe West Olympia Rotary Club and served as thecoordinator of the International Student Exchange programfor West Olympia Rotary (This author and his family havedirectly benefited from a similar Rotary program in Alaskawhich sent my daughter to Spain for a year to study inSeville I have personally seen the hard work that goes intothis Rotary program) Jim has also served on the Board ofTrustees of the West Olympia Rotary and has served asPresident Vice President Treasurer and web site editor forhis Homeowners Association

Jim current serves as a co-editor of our Council 1643monthly newsletter and is currently our Financial Secretarya job requiring a great deal of attention and expertise Jimis also a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus and a member ofthe 4th Degree Schola Choir

Council 1643 is extremely lucky to have Knights like JimPivec working for the Council Church and CommunityWe are very proud to honor Jim with this award and weencourage all Knights to aspire to his goals and ambitions

FAMILY OF THE MONTHDARREN amp JOANN JOHNSON

Council 1643 Knights of Columbus is pleased to announcethe Family of the Month as Brother Darren Johnson andJoann Johnson family Darren has been a member of thecouncil for a short time but his attitude is that if itworthwhile he should embrace it whole heartedly as amember This he has done

In this Fraternal Year Darren was elected Deputy GrandKnight He also assumes the mantles of Chair of theProgram Committee and also Family Director bothpositions being right at the heart of the Councilrsquos activities

Brother Knights worked with Darren on the Knights BeforeChristmas tree giveaway program this year where they wereable to double the commitment this year from 12 trees to25

Darren and his wife Joann are a significant presence at StMichael Parish where they both serve as members of theHospitality Ministry Joann is a master baker and is veryactive serving with the Knights in the kitchen at both StMichael and Sacred Heart at lunch and dinner events Be onthe lookout for Joannrsquos CakeCupcake Store ndash she hopes tohave her own store someday We have all enjoyed thespecial treats that she has made for many of our events

Darren and Joann have two daughters Whitney is marriedand is 19 years old Mackenzie is 16 years old this monthand attends River Ridge High School

Darren never seems to stop organizing and taking on theleadership for council events He just completed organizingand managing a very successful Free Throw Contest at StMichael and is now as the committee chair turning hisfocus of our St Patrickrsquos Day Dinner event scheduled forMarch 16th at Hallen Hall

Darren is a classic car enthusiast owns his own consultingbusiness and has worked with the City of Lacey and theFire Department to resolve community issues

For all that they do Darren and Joann are truly worthy ofthe honor bestowed upon them as our councilrsquos family ofthe month Congratulations and God bless you Darren andJoann

Page -11-

Page -12-

FEBRUARY 1 2013KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS3420 78th AVENUE SEOLYMPIA WA 98501-9403

ldquoRETURN SERVICE REQUESTEDrdquo

Non-Profit OrgUS POSTAGE

PAIDOlympia WApermit No 276

February 2013

Sat 2 Rosary and Mass 800AM St MichaelTue 5 Council Officers Meeting 630 PM Washburns

KC Choir Practice 600PM St Martinrsquos AbbeyChurch

Thu 7 Council Business Meeting Columbian Hall (social amprosary 615PM Meeting 730PM)

Fri 8 Crab Feed Sacred Heart 600 PMSat 9 Confirmation with Archbishop 5PM Sacred HeartSun 10 4th Degree Corporate Communion ndash See FN MessageTue 12 40 Days for Life Kick OffWed 13 Ash Wednesday

40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 14 4th Deg Officers meeting 545 PM Columbian HallMon 18 Hall Board Meeting 630PM Columbian HallMon 18 Crusaders of St Joseph Circle Meeting 730PM HallTue 19 KC Choir Practice 700 PM Pellegrino HomeWed 20 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMSat 23 Park Board Meeting 900 AM Columbus ParkWed 27 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 28 4th Deg Assembly Meeting 630 PM Columbian Hall

March 2013

Sat 2 Rosary and Mass 800AM St MichaelTue 5 Council Officers Meeting 630 PM Washburns

KC Choir Practice 700PM Pellegrino HomeWed 13 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 7 Council Business Meeting Columbian Hall (social amp

rosary 615PM Meeting 730PM)Tue 12 KC Choir Practice 700PM Pellegrino HomeWed 13 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 14 4th Deg Officers meeting 545 PM Columbian HallSat 16 St Patrickrsquos Day Dinner Hallen Hall (see March

newsletter for details)Mon 18 Crusaders of St Joseph Circle Meeting 730PM HallTue 19 St Joseph Day Noon Mass St Michael Downtown

amp festivities till 700PMHall Board Meeting 630PM Columbian Hall

Thu 21 4th Deg Assembly Meeting 630 PM Columbian HallSat 23 Park Board Meeting 900 AM Columbus ParkSun 24 Palm SundaySun 31 EASTER SUNDAY

Page -5-

WANT A NEW NAME BADGE

Jack Winslow is also the man to go to if youwould like a new name badge Below are thethree types to order Send your order to JackWinslow at

7126 Axis Street SELacey WA 98513

Or E-Mail at wasoxfanmecom

OUR NEW K of C INSURANCE FIELD AGENT

Joseph C Snow (Joe) is a Field Agent for the Knightsof Columbus assigned to our council since midNovember He has been a Knight since 2005 and is a4th degree member Prior to becominga Field Agent he served our country inthe US Air Force in both enlisted andofficer ranks for 31 years retiring inApril 2012 in the rank of LieutenantColonel Joe was born May 3 1957 inPeru Indiana to the late Air ForceMaster Sergeant (Retired) WayneldquoHankrdquo Snow and the late Rose MSnow As an Air Force brat he movedwith his family to South CarolinaAlaska and KI Sawyer AFB beforesettling in Calumet Michigan He graduated fromCalumet High School in 1975 and then attendedMichigan Technological University for a year Heenlisted in the Air Force in 1977 and was an honorgraduate from Weapons Mechanic Technical SchoolAfter a break in service he earned a Bachelor of Science

degree in 1983 from Northern Michigan University andreceived his commission through Officerrsquos TrainingSchool in 1984 His career includes numerous

operational and staff assignments fivedeployments to Bosnia Afghanistan andIraq and an exchange tour with theBritish Royal Air Force Joe is adistinguished graduate ofUndergraduate Navigator TrainingLead-in Fighter Training USAF FighterWeapons School and Air GroundOperations School He is a masternavigator with 2180 flying hoursprimarily in F-111ADEFG modelaircraft and RAF Tornado GR1

Joe has been married to the former Claire Diggins ofOld Tappan NJ for 30 years They have four childrenJillian married to Sgt Dan Lewerenz of the US ArmyCatherine Samantha and Joseph Jr

Page -6-

STATE BULLETIN

The Washington State Council of the Knights of Columbus publishes a monthly bulletin For membersinterested in viewing this publication it is available at

httpwwwkofc-waorgBulletinscurrentpdf

L G Isaacson Co2140 Mottman Rd SW

TumwaterIndustrial Tools amp Supplies

360-754-6020

Branches also in Longview and Aberdeen

THIS SPACE IS AVAILABLE

SUITS SPORTCOATS SPORTSWEAR

BIG amp TALL SIZES TUX RENTALS

THE GUARDSMAN

Full Line of Tuxedos and AccessoriesFor 4th Degree Knights

LARRY BLUME 701 SLEATER KINNEY RD SE 21(360) 491-2020 LACEY WASHINGTON 98503

SHOW THE TRUTHWASHINGTON STATE

PO BOX 6085OLYMPIA WA 98507

360-561-5548WWWSHOWTHETRUTHORG

If you know of a crisispregnancy

please give us a call We willhelp

TOM HRUSKA PGKPFNDIRECTOR

Catholic Trivia Answer (c) ldquoConfirmation perfects Baptismal grace it gives the Holy Spirit in order toroot us more deeply in the divine filiation incorporate us more firmly into Christ strengthen our bond with theChurch associate us more closely with her mission and help us bear witness to the Christian faith in wordsaccompanied by deedsrdquo (CCC n 1316)

Page -7-

Columbian HallFor Rent

Non-smokingSeating for 250

Air conditioned with HD TVkitchenstage amp parking

New Projector and screenfor electronic presentations

Weddings receptions parties businessmeetings memorial services etc

Discounted rates for KC members

360-491-7292httpwwwcolumbianhallcom

Support Our AdvertisersAdvertisement space is available in our newsletter The proceeds from this advertising will be used to defray the cost ofpublishing our newsletter and will not be used for charity Each ad space is the size of a standard business card andcosts only $50 per year A bargain price at todayrsquos advertising prices The price for larger ads is based on the number ofspaces used We have over 300 members who receive this newsletter via mail and e-mail each month Please contactnewsletter publisher Jim Pivec at (360) 866-1045 for details

Page -8-

FROM THE FREE THROW CONTEST ON JANUARY 26TH

FROM THE MASS AT ST MARTINrsquoS ndash 2013 MARCH FOR LIFE DAY

Page -9-

FOUR NEW 2ND DEGREE MEMBERS OF COUNCIL 1643

Congratulations to Matthew Eliason Anthony Pellegrino Kevin Robbins and Jack MurphyThis photo was taken at the 2nd degree exemplification on January 12th in Lacey But Anthonyand Kevin have been extra speedy They both also completed their 3rd degree on January 20th

ndash also at Hallen Hall in Lacey

Page -10-

KNIGHT OF THE MONTHFINANCIAL SECRETARY JIM PIVEC

The officers of Council 1643 Knights of Columbus arepleased to announce the Knight of the Month as BrotherJim Pivec Jim is an example of the best Catholic gentlemanamong many Catholic gentlemen in our Council 1643 andacross the State of Washington We are proud to bestowthis honor on our Brother Jim Pivec

Jim and his wife Meg recently celebrated their 50th weddinganniversary a milestone that we all strive forhellipa happymarriage and a lifelong partnership of Christians Theyenjoy three children and six grandchildren Jim and hiswife are products of the IBM environment and have movedmany times before retiring and settling in WesternWashington After Jimrsquos retirement from IBM he served asa Knights of Columbus Field Agent for five years He hasalso worked for the State of Washington Department ofEarly Learning where he faithfully contributed to youthdevelopment by monitoring the state funded pre-schoolprogram

Jim and his wife Meg are communicants of St MichaelParish and in his Parish Jim has served on the FinanceCouncil lending his expertise in such a manner as to keepSt Michael Parish well-funded and serving the interests ofits parishioners In the community For several years Jimedited a weekly newsletter and maintained a web site forthe West Olympia Rotary Club and served as thecoordinator of the International Student Exchange programfor West Olympia Rotary (This author and his family havedirectly benefited from a similar Rotary program in Alaskawhich sent my daughter to Spain for a year to study inSeville I have personally seen the hard work that goes intothis Rotary program) Jim has also served on the Board ofTrustees of the West Olympia Rotary and has served asPresident Vice President Treasurer and web site editor forhis Homeowners Association

Jim current serves as a co-editor of our Council 1643monthly newsletter and is currently our Financial Secretarya job requiring a great deal of attention and expertise Jimis also a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus and a member ofthe 4th Degree Schola Choir

Council 1643 is extremely lucky to have Knights like JimPivec working for the Council Church and CommunityWe are very proud to honor Jim with this award and weencourage all Knights to aspire to his goals and ambitions

FAMILY OF THE MONTHDARREN amp JOANN JOHNSON

Council 1643 Knights of Columbus is pleased to announcethe Family of the Month as Brother Darren Johnson andJoann Johnson family Darren has been a member of thecouncil for a short time but his attitude is that if itworthwhile he should embrace it whole heartedly as amember This he has done

In this Fraternal Year Darren was elected Deputy GrandKnight He also assumes the mantles of Chair of theProgram Committee and also Family Director bothpositions being right at the heart of the Councilrsquos activities

Brother Knights worked with Darren on the Knights BeforeChristmas tree giveaway program this year where they wereable to double the commitment this year from 12 trees to25

Darren and his wife Joann are a significant presence at StMichael Parish where they both serve as members of theHospitality Ministry Joann is a master baker and is veryactive serving with the Knights in the kitchen at both StMichael and Sacred Heart at lunch and dinner events Be onthe lookout for Joannrsquos CakeCupcake Store ndash she hopes tohave her own store someday We have all enjoyed thespecial treats that she has made for many of our events

Darren and Joann have two daughters Whitney is marriedand is 19 years old Mackenzie is 16 years old this monthand attends River Ridge High School

Darren never seems to stop organizing and taking on theleadership for council events He just completed organizingand managing a very successful Free Throw Contest at StMichael and is now as the committee chair turning hisfocus of our St Patrickrsquos Day Dinner event scheduled forMarch 16th at Hallen Hall

Darren is a classic car enthusiast owns his own consultingbusiness and has worked with the City of Lacey and theFire Department to resolve community issues

For all that they do Darren and Joann are truly worthy ofthe honor bestowed upon them as our councilrsquos family ofthe month Congratulations and God bless you Darren andJoann

Page -11-

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FEBRUARY 1 2013KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS3420 78th AVENUE SEOLYMPIA WA 98501-9403

ldquoRETURN SERVICE REQUESTEDrdquo

Non-Profit OrgUS POSTAGE

PAIDOlympia WApermit No 276

February 2013

Sat 2 Rosary and Mass 800AM St MichaelTue 5 Council Officers Meeting 630 PM Washburns

KC Choir Practice 600PM St Martinrsquos AbbeyChurch

Thu 7 Council Business Meeting Columbian Hall (social amprosary 615PM Meeting 730PM)

Fri 8 Crab Feed Sacred Heart 600 PMSat 9 Confirmation with Archbishop 5PM Sacred HeartSun 10 4th Degree Corporate Communion ndash See FN MessageTue 12 40 Days for Life Kick OffWed 13 Ash Wednesday

40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 14 4th Deg Officers meeting 545 PM Columbian HallMon 18 Hall Board Meeting 630PM Columbian HallMon 18 Crusaders of St Joseph Circle Meeting 730PM HallTue 19 KC Choir Practice 700 PM Pellegrino HomeWed 20 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMSat 23 Park Board Meeting 900 AM Columbus ParkWed 27 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 28 4th Deg Assembly Meeting 630 PM Columbian Hall

March 2013

Sat 2 Rosary and Mass 800AM St MichaelTue 5 Council Officers Meeting 630 PM Washburns

KC Choir Practice 700PM Pellegrino HomeWed 13 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 7 Council Business Meeting Columbian Hall (social amp

rosary 615PM Meeting 730PM)Tue 12 KC Choir Practice 700PM Pellegrino HomeWed 13 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 14 4th Deg Officers meeting 545 PM Columbian HallSat 16 St Patrickrsquos Day Dinner Hallen Hall (see March

newsletter for details)Mon 18 Crusaders of St Joseph Circle Meeting 730PM HallTue 19 St Joseph Day Noon Mass St Michael Downtown

amp festivities till 700PMHall Board Meeting 630PM Columbian Hall

Thu 21 4th Deg Assembly Meeting 630 PM Columbian HallSat 23 Park Board Meeting 900 AM Columbus ParkSun 24 Palm SundaySun 31 EASTER SUNDAY

Page -6-

STATE BULLETIN

The Washington State Council of the Knights of Columbus publishes a monthly bulletin For membersinterested in viewing this publication it is available at

httpwwwkofc-waorgBulletinscurrentpdf

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Page -7-

Columbian HallFor Rent

Non-smokingSeating for 250

Air conditioned with HD TVkitchenstage amp parking

New Projector and screenfor electronic presentations

Weddings receptions parties businessmeetings memorial services etc

Discounted rates for KC members

360-491-7292httpwwwcolumbianhallcom

Support Our AdvertisersAdvertisement space is available in our newsletter The proceeds from this advertising will be used to defray the cost ofpublishing our newsletter and will not be used for charity Each ad space is the size of a standard business card andcosts only $50 per year A bargain price at todayrsquos advertising prices The price for larger ads is based on the number ofspaces used We have over 300 members who receive this newsletter via mail and e-mail each month Please contactnewsletter publisher Jim Pivec at (360) 866-1045 for details

Page -8-

FROM THE FREE THROW CONTEST ON JANUARY 26TH

FROM THE MASS AT ST MARTINrsquoS ndash 2013 MARCH FOR LIFE DAY

Page -9-

FOUR NEW 2ND DEGREE MEMBERS OF COUNCIL 1643

Congratulations to Matthew Eliason Anthony Pellegrino Kevin Robbins and Jack MurphyThis photo was taken at the 2nd degree exemplification on January 12th in Lacey But Anthonyand Kevin have been extra speedy They both also completed their 3rd degree on January 20th

ndash also at Hallen Hall in Lacey

Page -10-

KNIGHT OF THE MONTHFINANCIAL SECRETARY JIM PIVEC

The officers of Council 1643 Knights of Columbus arepleased to announce the Knight of the Month as BrotherJim Pivec Jim is an example of the best Catholic gentlemanamong many Catholic gentlemen in our Council 1643 andacross the State of Washington We are proud to bestowthis honor on our Brother Jim Pivec

Jim and his wife Meg recently celebrated their 50th weddinganniversary a milestone that we all strive forhellipa happymarriage and a lifelong partnership of Christians Theyenjoy three children and six grandchildren Jim and hiswife are products of the IBM environment and have movedmany times before retiring and settling in WesternWashington After Jimrsquos retirement from IBM he served asa Knights of Columbus Field Agent for five years He hasalso worked for the State of Washington Department ofEarly Learning where he faithfully contributed to youthdevelopment by monitoring the state funded pre-schoolprogram

Jim and his wife Meg are communicants of St MichaelParish and in his Parish Jim has served on the FinanceCouncil lending his expertise in such a manner as to keepSt Michael Parish well-funded and serving the interests ofits parishioners In the community For several years Jimedited a weekly newsletter and maintained a web site forthe West Olympia Rotary Club and served as thecoordinator of the International Student Exchange programfor West Olympia Rotary (This author and his family havedirectly benefited from a similar Rotary program in Alaskawhich sent my daughter to Spain for a year to study inSeville I have personally seen the hard work that goes intothis Rotary program) Jim has also served on the Board ofTrustees of the West Olympia Rotary and has served asPresident Vice President Treasurer and web site editor forhis Homeowners Association

Jim current serves as a co-editor of our Council 1643monthly newsletter and is currently our Financial Secretarya job requiring a great deal of attention and expertise Jimis also a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus and a member ofthe 4th Degree Schola Choir

Council 1643 is extremely lucky to have Knights like JimPivec working for the Council Church and CommunityWe are very proud to honor Jim with this award and weencourage all Knights to aspire to his goals and ambitions

FAMILY OF THE MONTHDARREN amp JOANN JOHNSON

Council 1643 Knights of Columbus is pleased to announcethe Family of the Month as Brother Darren Johnson andJoann Johnson family Darren has been a member of thecouncil for a short time but his attitude is that if itworthwhile he should embrace it whole heartedly as amember This he has done

In this Fraternal Year Darren was elected Deputy GrandKnight He also assumes the mantles of Chair of theProgram Committee and also Family Director bothpositions being right at the heart of the Councilrsquos activities

Brother Knights worked with Darren on the Knights BeforeChristmas tree giveaway program this year where they wereable to double the commitment this year from 12 trees to25

Darren and his wife Joann are a significant presence at StMichael Parish where they both serve as members of theHospitality Ministry Joann is a master baker and is veryactive serving with the Knights in the kitchen at both StMichael and Sacred Heart at lunch and dinner events Be onthe lookout for Joannrsquos CakeCupcake Store ndash she hopes tohave her own store someday We have all enjoyed thespecial treats that she has made for many of our events

Darren and Joann have two daughters Whitney is marriedand is 19 years old Mackenzie is 16 years old this monthand attends River Ridge High School

Darren never seems to stop organizing and taking on theleadership for council events He just completed organizingand managing a very successful Free Throw Contest at StMichael and is now as the committee chair turning hisfocus of our St Patrickrsquos Day Dinner event scheduled forMarch 16th at Hallen Hall

Darren is a classic car enthusiast owns his own consultingbusiness and has worked with the City of Lacey and theFire Department to resolve community issues

For all that they do Darren and Joann are truly worthy ofthe honor bestowed upon them as our councilrsquos family ofthe month Congratulations and God bless you Darren andJoann

Page -11-

Page -12-

FEBRUARY 1 2013KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS3420 78th AVENUE SEOLYMPIA WA 98501-9403

ldquoRETURN SERVICE REQUESTEDrdquo

Non-Profit OrgUS POSTAGE

PAIDOlympia WApermit No 276

February 2013

Sat 2 Rosary and Mass 800AM St MichaelTue 5 Council Officers Meeting 630 PM Washburns

KC Choir Practice 600PM St Martinrsquos AbbeyChurch

Thu 7 Council Business Meeting Columbian Hall (social amprosary 615PM Meeting 730PM)

Fri 8 Crab Feed Sacred Heart 600 PMSat 9 Confirmation with Archbishop 5PM Sacred HeartSun 10 4th Degree Corporate Communion ndash See FN MessageTue 12 40 Days for Life Kick OffWed 13 Ash Wednesday

40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 14 4th Deg Officers meeting 545 PM Columbian HallMon 18 Hall Board Meeting 630PM Columbian HallMon 18 Crusaders of St Joseph Circle Meeting 730PM HallTue 19 KC Choir Practice 700 PM Pellegrino HomeWed 20 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMSat 23 Park Board Meeting 900 AM Columbus ParkWed 27 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 28 4th Deg Assembly Meeting 630 PM Columbian Hall

March 2013

Sat 2 Rosary and Mass 800AM St MichaelTue 5 Council Officers Meeting 630 PM Washburns

KC Choir Practice 700PM Pellegrino HomeWed 13 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 7 Council Business Meeting Columbian Hall (social amp

rosary 615PM Meeting 730PM)Tue 12 KC Choir Practice 700PM Pellegrino HomeWed 13 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 14 4th Deg Officers meeting 545 PM Columbian HallSat 16 St Patrickrsquos Day Dinner Hallen Hall (see March

newsletter for details)Mon 18 Crusaders of St Joseph Circle Meeting 730PM HallTue 19 St Joseph Day Noon Mass St Michael Downtown

amp festivities till 700PMHall Board Meeting 630PM Columbian Hall

Thu 21 4th Deg Assembly Meeting 630 PM Columbian HallSat 23 Park Board Meeting 900 AM Columbus ParkSun 24 Palm SundaySun 31 EASTER SUNDAY

Page -7-

Columbian HallFor Rent

Non-smokingSeating for 250

Air conditioned with HD TVkitchenstage amp parking

New Projector and screenfor electronic presentations

Weddings receptions parties businessmeetings memorial services etc

Discounted rates for KC members

360-491-7292httpwwwcolumbianhallcom

Support Our AdvertisersAdvertisement space is available in our newsletter The proceeds from this advertising will be used to defray the cost ofpublishing our newsletter and will not be used for charity Each ad space is the size of a standard business card andcosts only $50 per year A bargain price at todayrsquos advertising prices The price for larger ads is based on the number ofspaces used We have over 300 members who receive this newsletter via mail and e-mail each month Please contactnewsletter publisher Jim Pivec at (360) 866-1045 for details

Page -8-

FROM THE FREE THROW CONTEST ON JANUARY 26TH

FROM THE MASS AT ST MARTINrsquoS ndash 2013 MARCH FOR LIFE DAY

Page -9-

FOUR NEW 2ND DEGREE MEMBERS OF COUNCIL 1643

Congratulations to Matthew Eliason Anthony Pellegrino Kevin Robbins and Jack MurphyThis photo was taken at the 2nd degree exemplification on January 12th in Lacey But Anthonyand Kevin have been extra speedy They both also completed their 3rd degree on January 20th

ndash also at Hallen Hall in Lacey

Page -10-

KNIGHT OF THE MONTHFINANCIAL SECRETARY JIM PIVEC

The officers of Council 1643 Knights of Columbus arepleased to announce the Knight of the Month as BrotherJim Pivec Jim is an example of the best Catholic gentlemanamong many Catholic gentlemen in our Council 1643 andacross the State of Washington We are proud to bestowthis honor on our Brother Jim Pivec

Jim and his wife Meg recently celebrated their 50th weddinganniversary a milestone that we all strive forhellipa happymarriage and a lifelong partnership of Christians Theyenjoy three children and six grandchildren Jim and hiswife are products of the IBM environment and have movedmany times before retiring and settling in WesternWashington After Jimrsquos retirement from IBM he served asa Knights of Columbus Field Agent for five years He hasalso worked for the State of Washington Department ofEarly Learning where he faithfully contributed to youthdevelopment by monitoring the state funded pre-schoolprogram

Jim and his wife Meg are communicants of St MichaelParish and in his Parish Jim has served on the FinanceCouncil lending his expertise in such a manner as to keepSt Michael Parish well-funded and serving the interests ofits parishioners In the community For several years Jimedited a weekly newsletter and maintained a web site forthe West Olympia Rotary Club and served as thecoordinator of the International Student Exchange programfor West Olympia Rotary (This author and his family havedirectly benefited from a similar Rotary program in Alaskawhich sent my daughter to Spain for a year to study inSeville I have personally seen the hard work that goes intothis Rotary program) Jim has also served on the Board ofTrustees of the West Olympia Rotary and has served asPresident Vice President Treasurer and web site editor forhis Homeowners Association

Jim current serves as a co-editor of our Council 1643monthly newsletter and is currently our Financial Secretarya job requiring a great deal of attention and expertise Jimis also a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus and a member ofthe 4th Degree Schola Choir

Council 1643 is extremely lucky to have Knights like JimPivec working for the Council Church and CommunityWe are very proud to honor Jim with this award and weencourage all Knights to aspire to his goals and ambitions

FAMILY OF THE MONTHDARREN amp JOANN JOHNSON

Council 1643 Knights of Columbus is pleased to announcethe Family of the Month as Brother Darren Johnson andJoann Johnson family Darren has been a member of thecouncil for a short time but his attitude is that if itworthwhile he should embrace it whole heartedly as amember This he has done

In this Fraternal Year Darren was elected Deputy GrandKnight He also assumes the mantles of Chair of theProgram Committee and also Family Director bothpositions being right at the heart of the Councilrsquos activities

Brother Knights worked with Darren on the Knights BeforeChristmas tree giveaway program this year where they wereable to double the commitment this year from 12 trees to25

Darren and his wife Joann are a significant presence at StMichael Parish where they both serve as members of theHospitality Ministry Joann is a master baker and is veryactive serving with the Knights in the kitchen at both StMichael and Sacred Heart at lunch and dinner events Be onthe lookout for Joannrsquos CakeCupcake Store ndash she hopes tohave her own store someday We have all enjoyed thespecial treats that she has made for many of our events

Darren and Joann have two daughters Whitney is marriedand is 19 years old Mackenzie is 16 years old this monthand attends River Ridge High School

Darren never seems to stop organizing and taking on theleadership for council events He just completed organizingand managing a very successful Free Throw Contest at StMichael and is now as the committee chair turning hisfocus of our St Patrickrsquos Day Dinner event scheduled forMarch 16th at Hallen Hall

Darren is a classic car enthusiast owns his own consultingbusiness and has worked with the City of Lacey and theFire Department to resolve community issues

For all that they do Darren and Joann are truly worthy ofthe honor bestowed upon them as our councilrsquos family ofthe month Congratulations and God bless you Darren andJoann

Page -11-

Page -12-

FEBRUARY 1 2013KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS3420 78th AVENUE SEOLYMPIA WA 98501-9403

ldquoRETURN SERVICE REQUESTEDrdquo

Non-Profit OrgUS POSTAGE

PAIDOlympia WApermit No 276

February 2013

Sat 2 Rosary and Mass 800AM St MichaelTue 5 Council Officers Meeting 630 PM Washburns

KC Choir Practice 600PM St Martinrsquos AbbeyChurch

Thu 7 Council Business Meeting Columbian Hall (social amprosary 615PM Meeting 730PM)

Fri 8 Crab Feed Sacred Heart 600 PMSat 9 Confirmation with Archbishop 5PM Sacred HeartSun 10 4th Degree Corporate Communion ndash See FN MessageTue 12 40 Days for Life Kick OffWed 13 Ash Wednesday

40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 14 4th Deg Officers meeting 545 PM Columbian HallMon 18 Hall Board Meeting 630PM Columbian HallMon 18 Crusaders of St Joseph Circle Meeting 730PM HallTue 19 KC Choir Practice 700 PM Pellegrino HomeWed 20 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMSat 23 Park Board Meeting 900 AM Columbus ParkWed 27 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 28 4th Deg Assembly Meeting 630 PM Columbian Hall

March 2013

Sat 2 Rosary and Mass 800AM St MichaelTue 5 Council Officers Meeting 630 PM Washburns

KC Choir Practice 700PM Pellegrino HomeWed 13 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 7 Council Business Meeting Columbian Hall (social amp

rosary 615PM Meeting 730PM)Tue 12 KC Choir Practice 700PM Pellegrino HomeWed 13 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 14 4th Deg Officers meeting 545 PM Columbian HallSat 16 St Patrickrsquos Day Dinner Hallen Hall (see March

newsletter for details)Mon 18 Crusaders of St Joseph Circle Meeting 730PM HallTue 19 St Joseph Day Noon Mass St Michael Downtown

amp festivities till 700PMHall Board Meeting 630PM Columbian Hall

Thu 21 4th Deg Assembly Meeting 630 PM Columbian HallSat 23 Park Board Meeting 900 AM Columbus ParkSun 24 Palm SundaySun 31 EASTER SUNDAY

Page -8-

FROM THE FREE THROW CONTEST ON JANUARY 26TH

FROM THE MASS AT ST MARTINrsquoS ndash 2013 MARCH FOR LIFE DAY

Page -9-

FOUR NEW 2ND DEGREE MEMBERS OF COUNCIL 1643

Congratulations to Matthew Eliason Anthony Pellegrino Kevin Robbins and Jack MurphyThis photo was taken at the 2nd degree exemplification on January 12th in Lacey But Anthonyand Kevin have been extra speedy They both also completed their 3rd degree on January 20th

ndash also at Hallen Hall in Lacey

Page -10-

KNIGHT OF THE MONTHFINANCIAL SECRETARY JIM PIVEC

The officers of Council 1643 Knights of Columbus arepleased to announce the Knight of the Month as BrotherJim Pivec Jim is an example of the best Catholic gentlemanamong many Catholic gentlemen in our Council 1643 andacross the State of Washington We are proud to bestowthis honor on our Brother Jim Pivec

Jim and his wife Meg recently celebrated their 50th weddinganniversary a milestone that we all strive forhellipa happymarriage and a lifelong partnership of Christians Theyenjoy three children and six grandchildren Jim and hiswife are products of the IBM environment and have movedmany times before retiring and settling in WesternWashington After Jimrsquos retirement from IBM he served asa Knights of Columbus Field Agent for five years He hasalso worked for the State of Washington Department ofEarly Learning where he faithfully contributed to youthdevelopment by monitoring the state funded pre-schoolprogram

Jim and his wife Meg are communicants of St MichaelParish and in his Parish Jim has served on the FinanceCouncil lending his expertise in such a manner as to keepSt Michael Parish well-funded and serving the interests ofits parishioners In the community For several years Jimedited a weekly newsletter and maintained a web site forthe West Olympia Rotary Club and served as thecoordinator of the International Student Exchange programfor West Olympia Rotary (This author and his family havedirectly benefited from a similar Rotary program in Alaskawhich sent my daughter to Spain for a year to study inSeville I have personally seen the hard work that goes intothis Rotary program) Jim has also served on the Board ofTrustees of the West Olympia Rotary and has served asPresident Vice President Treasurer and web site editor forhis Homeowners Association

Jim current serves as a co-editor of our Council 1643monthly newsletter and is currently our Financial Secretarya job requiring a great deal of attention and expertise Jimis also a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus and a member ofthe 4th Degree Schola Choir

Council 1643 is extremely lucky to have Knights like JimPivec working for the Council Church and CommunityWe are very proud to honor Jim with this award and weencourage all Knights to aspire to his goals and ambitions

FAMILY OF THE MONTHDARREN amp JOANN JOHNSON

Council 1643 Knights of Columbus is pleased to announcethe Family of the Month as Brother Darren Johnson andJoann Johnson family Darren has been a member of thecouncil for a short time but his attitude is that if itworthwhile he should embrace it whole heartedly as amember This he has done

In this Fraternal Year Darren was elected Deputy GrandKnight He also assumes the mantles of Chair of theProgram Committee and also Family Director bothpositions being right at the heart of the Councilrsquos activities

Brother Knights worked with Darren on the Knights BeforeChristmas tree giveaway program this year where they wereable to double the commitment this year from 12 trees to25

Darren and his wife Joann are a significant presence at StMichael Parish where they both serve as members of theHospitality Ministry Joann is a master baker and is veryactive serving with the Knights in the kitchen at both StMichael and Sacred Heart at lunch and dinner events Be onthe lookout for Joannrsquos CakeCupcake Store ndash she hopes tohave her own store someday We have all enjoyed thespecial treats that she has made for many of our events

Darren and Joann have two daughters Whitney is marriedand is 19 years old Mackenzie is 16 years old this monthand attends River Ridge High School

Darren never seems to stop organizing and taking on theleadership for council events He just completed organizingand managing a very successful Free Throw Contest at StMichael and is now as the committee chair turning hisfocus of our St Patrickrsquos Day Dinner event scheduled forMarch 16th at Hallen Hall

Darren is a classic car enthusiast owns his own consultingbusiness and has worked with the City of Lacey and theFire Department to resolve community issues

For all that they do Darren and Joann are truly worthy ofthe honor bestowed upon them as our councilrsquos family ofthe month Congratulations and God bless you Darren andJoann

Page -11-

Page -12-

FEBRUARY 1 2013KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS3420 78th AVENUE SEOLYMPIA WA 98501-9403

ldquoRETURN SERVICE REQUESTEDrdquo

Non-Profit OrgUS POSTAGE

PAIDOlympia WApermit No 276

February 2013

Sat 2 Rosary and Mass 800AM St MichaelTue 5 Council Officers Meeting 630 PM Washburns

KC Choir Practice 600PM St Martinrsquos AbbeyChurch

Thu 7 Council Business Meeting Columbian Hall (social amprosary 615PM Meeting 730PM)

Fri 8 Crab Feed Sacred Heart 600 PMSat 9 Confirmation with Archbishop 5PM Sacred HeartSun 10 4th Degree Corporate Communion ndash See FN MessageTue 12 40 Days for Life Kick OffWed 13 Ash Wednesday

40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 14 4th Deg Officers meeting 545 PM Columbian HallMon 18 Hall Board Meeting 630PM Columbian HallMon 18 Crusaders of St Joseph Circle Meeting 730PM HallTue 19 KC Choir Practice 700 PM Pellegrino HomeWed 20 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMSat 23 Park Board Meeting 900 AM Columbus ParkWed 27 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 28 4th Deg Assembly Meeting 630 PM Columbian Hall

March 2013

Sat 2 Rosary and Mass 800AM St MichaelTue 5 Council Officers Meeting 630 PM Washburns

KC Choir Practice 700PM Pellegrino HomeWed 13 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 7 Council Business Meeting Columbian Hall (social amp

rosary 615PM Meeting 730PM)Tue 12 KC Choir Practice 700PM Pellegrino HomeWed 13 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 14 4th Deg Officers meeting 545 PM Columbian HallSat 16 St Patrickrsquos Day Dinner Hallen Hall (see March

newsletter for details)Mon 18 Crusaders of St Joseph Circle Meeting 730PM HallTue 19 St Joseph Day Noon Mass St Michael Downtown

amp festivities till 700PMHall Board Meeting 630PM Columbian Hall

Thu 21 4th Deg Assembly Meeting 630 PM Columbian HallSat 23 Park Board Meeting 900 AM Columbus ParkSun 24 Palm SundaySun 31 EASTER SUNDAY

Page -9-

FOUR NEW 2ND DEGREE MEMBERS OF COUNCIL 1643

Congratulations to Matthew Eliason Anthony Pellegrino Kevin Robbins and Jack MurphyThis photo was taken at the 2nd degree exemplification on January 12th in Lacey But Anthonyand Kevin have been extra speedy They both also completed their 3rd degree on January 20th

ndash also at Hallen Hall in Lacey

Page -10-

KNIGHT OF THE MONTHFINANCIAL SECRETARY JIM PIVEC

The officers of Council 1643 Knights of Columbus arepleased to announce the Knight of the Month as BrotherJim Pivec Jim is an example of the best Catholic gentlemanamong many Catholic gentlemen in our Council 1643 andacross the State of Washington We are proud to bestowthis honor on our Brother Jim Pivec

Jim and his wife Meg recently celebrated their 50th weddinganniversary a milestone that we all strive forhellipa happymarriage and a lifelong partnership of Christians Theyenjoy three children and six grandchildren Jim and hiswife are products of the IBM environment and have movedmany times before retiring and settling in WesternWashington After Jimrsquos retirement from IBM he served asa Knights of Columbus Field Agent for five years He hasalso worked for the State of Washington Department ofEarly Learning where he faithfully contributed to youthdevelopment by monitoring the state funded pre-schoolprogram

Jim and his wife Meg are communicants of St MichaelParish and in his Parish Jim has served on the FinanceCouncil lending his expertise in such a manner as to keepSt Michael Parish well-funded and serving the interests ofits parishioners In the community For several years Jimedited a weekly newsletter and maintained a web site forthe West Olympia Rotary Club and served as thecoordinator of the International Student Exchange programfor West Olympia Rotary (This author and his family havedirectly benefited from a similar Rotary program in Alaskawhich sent my daughter to Spain for a year to study inSeville I have personally seen the hard work that goes intothis Rotary program) Jim has also served on the Board ofTrustees of the West Olympia Rotary and has served asPresident Vice President Treasurer and web site editor forhis Homeowners Association

Jim current serves as a co-editor of our Council 1643monthly newsletter and is currently our Financial Secretarya job requiring a great deal of attention and expertise Jimis also a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus and a member ofthe 4th Degree Schola Choir

Council 1643 is extremely lucky to have Knights like JimPivec working for the Council Church and CommunityWe are very proud to honor Jim with this award and weencourage all Knights to aspire to his goals and ambitions

FAMILY OF THE MONTHDARREN amp JOANN JOHNSON

Council 1643 Knights of Columbus is pleased to announcethe Family of the Month as Brother Darren Johnson andJoann Johnson family Darren has been a member of thecouncil for a short time but his attitude is that if itworthwhile he should embrace it whole heartedly as amember This he has done

In this Fraternal Year Darren was elected Deputy GrandKnight He also assumes the mantles of Chair of theProgram Committee and also Family Director bothpositions being right at the heart of the Councilrsquos activities

Brother Knights worked with Darren on the Knights BeforeChristmas tree giveaway program this year where they wereable to double the commitment this year from 12 trees to25

Darren and his wife Joann are a significant presence at StMichael Parish where they both serve as members of theHospitality Ministry Joann is a master baker and is veryactive serving with the Knights in the kitchen at both StMichael and Sacred Heart at lunch and dinner events Be onthe lookout for Joannrsquos CakeCupcake Store ndash she hopes tohave her own store someday We have all enjoyed thespecial treats that she has made for many of our events

Darren and Joann have two daughters Whitney is marriedand is 19 years old Mackenzie is 16 years old this monthand attends River Ridge High School

Darren never seems to stop organizing and taking on theleadership for council events He just completed organizingand managing a very successful Free Throw Contest at StMichael and is now as the committee chair turning hisfocus of our St Patrickrsquos Day Dinner event scheduled forMarch 16th at Hallen Hall

Darren is a classic car enthusiast owns his own consultingbusiness and has worked with the City of Lacey and theFire Department to resolve community issues

For all that they do Darren and Joann are truly worthy ofthe honor bestowed upon them as our councilrsquos family ofthe month Congratulations and God bless you Darren andJoann

Page -11-

Page -12-

FEBRUARY 1 2013KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS3420 78th AVENUE SEOLYMPIA WA 98501-9403

ldquoRETURN SERVICE REQUESTEDrdquo

Non-Profit OrgUS POSTAGE

PAIDOlympia WApermit No 276

February 2013

Sat 2 Rosary and Mass 800AM St MichaelTue 5 Council Officers Meeting 630 PM Washburns

KC Choir Practice 600PM St Martinrsquos AbbeyChurch

Thu 7 Council Business Meeting Columbian Hall (social amprosary 615PM Meeting 730PM)

Fri 8 Crab Feed Sacred Heart 600 PMSat 9 Confirmation with Archbishop 5PM Sacred HeartSun 10 4th Degree Corporate Communion ndash See FN MessageTue 12 40 Days for Life Kick OffWed 13 Ash Wednesday

40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 14 4th Deg Officers meeting 545 PM Columbian HallMon 18 Hall Board Meeting 630PM Columbian HallMon 18 Crusaders of St Joseph Circle Meeting 730PM HallTue 19 KC Choir Practice 700 PM Pellegrino HomeWed 20 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMSat 23 Park Board Meeting 900 AM Columbus ParkWed 27 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 28 4th Deg Assembly Meeting 630 PM Columbian Hall

March 2013

Sat 2 Rosary and Mass 800AM St MichaelTue 5 Council Officers Meeting 630 PM Washburns

KC Choir Practice 700PM Pellegrino HomeWed 13 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 7 Council Business Meeting Columbian Hall (social amp

rosary 615PM Meeting 730PM)Tue 12 KC Choir Practice 700PM Pellegrino HomeWed 13 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 14 4th Deg Officers meeting 545 PM Columbian HallSat 16 St Patrickrsquos Day Dinner Hallen Hall (see March

newsletter for details)Mon 18 Crusaders of St Joseph Circle Meeting 730PM HallTue 19 St Joseph Day Noon Mass St Michael Downtown

amp festivities till 700PMHall Board Meeting 630PM Columbian Hall

Thu 21 4th Deg Assembly Meeting 630 PM Columbian HallSat 23 Park Board Meeting 900 AM Columbus ParkSun 24 Palm SundaySun 31 EASTER SUNDAY

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KNIGHT OF THE MONTHFINANCIAL SECRETARY JIM PIVEC

The officers of Council 1643 Knights of Columbus arepleased to announce the Knight of the Month as BrotherJim Pivec Jim is an example of the best Catholic gentlemanamong many Catholic gentlemen in our Council 1643 andacross the State of Washington We are proud to bestowthis honor on our Brother Jim Pivec

Jim and his wife Meg recently celebrated their 50th weddinganniversary a milestone that we all strive forhellipa happymarriage and a lifelong partnership of Christians Theyenjoy three children and six grandchildren Jim and hiswife are products of the IBM environment and have movedmany times before retiring and settling in WesternWashington After Jimrsquos retirement from IBM he served asa Knights of Columbus Field Agent for five years He hasalso worked for the State of Washington Department ofEarly Learning where he faithfully contributed to youthdevelopment by monitoring the state funded pre-schoolprogram

Jim and his wife Meg are communicants of St MichaelParish and in his Parish Jim has served on the FinanceCouncil lending his expertise in such a manner as to keepSt Michael Parish well-funded and serving the interests ofits parishioners In the community For several years Jimedited a weekly newsletter and maintained a web site forthe West Olympia Rotary Club and served as thecoordinator of the International Student Exchange programfor West Olympia Rotary (This author and his family havedirectly benefited from a similar Rotary program in Alaskawhich sent my daughter to Spain for a year to study inSeville I have personally seen the hard work that goes intothis Rotary program) Jim has also served on the Board ofTrustees of the West Olympia Rotary and has served asPresident Vice President Treasurer and web site editor forhis Homeowners Association

Jim current serves as a co-editor of our Council 1643monthly newsletter and is currently our Financial Secretarya job requiring a great deal of attention and expertise Jimis also a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus and a member ofthe 4th Degree Schola Choir

Council 1643 is extremely lucky to have Knights like JimPivec working for the Council Church and CommunityWe are very proud to honor Jim with this award and weencourage all Knights to aspire to his goals and ambitions

FAMILY OF THE MONTHDARREN amp JOANN JOHNSON

Council 1643 Knights of Columbus is pleased to announcethe Family of the Month as Brother Darren Johnson andJoann Johnson family Darren has been a member of thecouncil for a short time but his attitude is that if itworthwhile he should embrace it whole heartedly as amember This he has done

In this Fraternal Year Darren was elected Deputy GrandKnight He also assumes the mantles of Chair of theProgram Committee and also Family Director bothpositions being right at the heart of the Councilrsquos activities

Brother Knights worked with Darren on the Knights BeforeChristmas tree giveaway program this year where they wereable to double the commitment this year from 12 trees to25

Darren and his wife Joann are a significant presence at StMichael Parish where they both serve as members of theHospitality Ministry Joann is a master baker and is veryactive serving with the Knights in the kitchen at both StMichael and Sacred Heart at lunch and dinner events Be onthe lookout for Joannrsquos CakeCupcake Store ndash she hopes tohave her own store someday We have all enjoyed thespecial treats that she has made for many of our events

Darren and Joann have two daughters Whitney is marriedand is 19 years old Mackenzie is 16 years old this monthand attends River Ridge High School

Darren never seems to stop organizing and taking on theleadership for council events He just completed organizingand managing a very successful Free Throw Contest at StMichael and is now as the committee chair turning hisfocus of our St Patrickrsquos Day Dinner event scheduled forMarch 16th at Hallen Hall

Darren is a classic car enthusiast owns his own consultingbusiness and has worked with the City of Lacey and theFire Department to resolve community issues

For all that they do Darren and Joann are truly worthy ofthe honor bestowed upon them as our councilrsquos family ofthe month Congratulations and God bless you Darren andJoann

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FEBRUARY 1 2013KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS3420 78th AVENUE SEOLYMPIA WA 98501-9403

ldquoRETURN SERVICE REQUESTEDrdquo

Non-Profit OrgUS POSTAGE

PAIDOlympia WApermit No 276

February 2013

Sat 2 Rosary and Mass 800AM St MichaelTue 5 Council Officers Meeting 630 PM Washburns

KC Choir Practice 600PM St Martinrsquos AbbeyChurch

Thu 7 Council Business Meeting Columbian Hall (social amprosary 615PM Meeting 730PM)

Fri 8 Crab Feed Sacred Heart 600 PMSat 9 Confirmation with Archbishop 5PM Sacred HeartSun 10 4th Degree Corporate Communion ndash See FN MessageTue 12 40 Days for Life Kick OffWed 13 Ash Wednesday

40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 14 4th Deg Officers meeting 545 PM Columbian HallMon 18 Hall Board Meeting 630PM Columbian HallMon 18 Crusaders of St Joseph Circle Meeting 730PM HallTue 19 KC Choir Practice 700 PM Pellegrino HomeWed 20 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMSat 23 Park Board Meeting 900 AM Columbus ParkWed 27 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 28 4th Deg Assembly Meeting 630 PM Columbian Hall

March 2013

Sat 2 Rosary and Mass 800AM St MichaelTue 5 Council Officers Meeting 630 PM Washburns

KC Choir Practice 700PM Pellegrino HomeWed 13 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 7 Council Business Meeting Columbian Hall (social amp

rosary 615PM Meeting 730PM)Tue 12 KC Choir Practice 700PM Pellegrino HomeWed 13 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 14 4th Deg Officers meeting 545 PM Columbian HallSat 16 St Patrickrsquos Day Dinner Hallen Hall (see March

newsletter for details)Mon 18 Crusaders of St Joseph Circle Meeting 730PM HallTue 19 St Joseph Day Noon Mass St Michael Downtown

amp festivities till 700PMHall Board Meeting 630PM Columbian Hall

Thu 21 4th Deg Assembly Meeting 630 PM Columbian HallSat 23 Park Board Meeting 900 AM Columbus ParkSun 24 Palm SundaySun 31 EASTER SUNDAY

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FEBRUARY 1 2013KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS3420 78th AVENUE SEOLYMPIA WA 98501-9403

ldquoRETURN SERVICE REQUESTEDrdquo

Non-Profit OrgUS POSTAGE

PAIDOlympia WApermit No 276

February 2013

Sat 2 Rosary and Mass 800AM St MichaelTue 5 Council Officers Meeting 630 PM Washburns

KC Choir Practice 600PM St Martinrsquos AbbeyChurch

Thu 7 Council Business Meeting Columbian Hall (social amprosary 615PM Meeting 730PM)

Fri 8 Crab Feed Sacred Heart 600 PMSat 9 Confirmation with Archbishop 5PM Sacred HeartSun 10 4th Degree Corporate Communion ndash See FN MessageTue 12 40 Days for Life Kick OffWed 13 Ash Wednesday

40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 14 4th Deg Officers meeting 545 PM Columbian HallMon 18 Hall Board Meeting 630PM Columbian HallMon 18 Crusaders of St Joseph Circle Meeting 730PM HallTue 19 KC Choir Practice 700 PM Pellegrino HomeWed 20 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMSat 23 Park Board Meeting 900 AM Columbus ParkWed 27 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 28 4th Deg Assembly Meeting 630 PM Columbian Hall

March 2013

Sat 2 Rosary and Mass 800AM St MichaelTue 5 Council Officers Meeting 630 PM Washburns

KC Choir Practice 700PM Pellegrino HomeWed 13 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 7 Council Business Meeting Columbian Hall (social amp

rosary 615PM Meeting 730PM)Tue 12 KC Choir Practice 700PM Pellegrino HomeWed 13 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 14 4th Deg Officers meeting 545 PM Columbian HallSat 16 St Patrickrsquos Day Dinner Hallen Hall (see March

newsletter for details)Mon 18 Crusaders of St Joseph Circle Meeting 730PM HallTue 19 St Joseph Day Noon Mass St Michael Downtown

amp festivities till 700PMHall Board Meeting 630PM Columbian Hall

Thu 21 4th Deg Assembly Meeting 630 PM Columbian HallSat 23 Park Board Meeting 900 AM Columbus ParkSun 24 Palm SundaySun 31 EASTER SUNDAY

Page -12-

FEBRUARY 1 2013KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS3420 78th AVENUE SEOLYMPIA WA 98501-9403

ldquoRETURN SERVICE REQUESTEDrdquo

Non-Profit OrgUS POSTAGE

PAIDOlympia WApermit No 276

February 2013

Sat 2 Rosary and Mass 800AM St MichaelTue 5 Council Officers Meeting 630 PM Washburns

KC Choir Practice 600PM St Martinrsquos AbbeyChurch

Thu 7 Council Business Meeting Columbian Hall (social amprosary 615PM Meeting 730PM)

Fri 8 Crab Feed Sacred Heart 600 PMSat 9 Confirmation with Archbishop 5PM Sacred HeartSun 10 4th Degree Corporate Communion ndash See FN MessageTue 12 40 Days for Life Kick OffWed 13 Ash Wednesday

40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 14 4th Deg Officers meeting 545 PM Columbian HallMon 18 Hall Board Meeting 630PM Columbian HallMon 18 Crusaders of St Joseph Circle Meeting 730PM HallTue 19 KC Choir Practice 700 PM Pellegrino HomeWed 20 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMSat 23 Park Board Meeting 900 AM Columbus ParkWed 27 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 28 4th Deg Assembly Meeting 630 PM Columbian Hall

March 2013

Sat 2 Rosary and Mass 800AM St MichaelTue 5 Council Officers Meeting 630 PM Washburns

KC Choir Practice 700PM Pellegrino HomeWed 13 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 7 Council Business Meeting Columbian Hall (social amp

rosary 615PM Meeting 730PM)Tue 12 KC Choir Practice 700PM Pellegrino HomeWed 13 40 Days for life Planned Parenthood 8 AM-8 PMThu 14 4th Deg Officers meeting 545 PM Columbian HallSat 16 St Patrickrsquos Day Dinner Hallen Hall (see March

newsletter for details)Mon 18 Crusaders of St Joseph Circle Meeting 730PM HallTue 19 St Joseph Day Noon Mass St Michael Downtown

amp festivities till 700PMHall Board Meeting 630PM Columbian Hall

Thu 21 4th Deg Assembly Meeting 630 PM Columbian HallSat 23 Park Board Meeting 900 AM Columbus ParkSun 24 Palm SundaySun 31 EASTER SUNDAY