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he cross - St. Raymond
1979 HE CROSS 2006 PUBLISHED BY 27 Years of Dedication MSGR. W.J. WALSH-ST. RAYMOND COUNCIL, No. 7220 21st NEW YORK DISTRICT VOL. 22, NO. 5 READ THE GOSPELS FOR THE WAY GRAND KNIGHT’S MESSAGE Well, we are into the last two months of this Columbian Year. As, we look back on this past year, we have accomplished a lot but we can do a little bit better, we must look to increase our rolls and recruit new members. My goal for us is to attain Star Council. Star Council is a prestigious recognition by K of C Supreme to a Council that meets specific guidelines related to programs and membership. It has been a few years since we were so honored and it is time to do it again! For those of you who have not heard, our own Steve Higgins, PGK will be appointed District Deputy to our district, the twentyfirst when this Columbian year ends on June 30th. He will be replacing our good friend who has been our faithful DD, Mike Muirhead. A heartfelt thank you to Mike, for all you have done for Our District and Council through your long term as our DD. Congratulations, Steve, you have some big shoes to fill and you are the right man for this job! While on the subject of our district, we will be praying the Living rosary on Tuesday May 23 rd at Saint Ignatius in Long Beach at 7:30. Our DD Mike has asked us to attend with Our Chaplain and 10 members to form a decade of the rosary. We will work out a car pool along with our intentions for the rosary at our May 11th meeting. Don’t forget CYO Track meet on May 7th. This food concession is a financial must for our council coffers and we need manpower. If you have not signed up, call Steve Higgins or myself, now! Vivat Jesus! Thomas Donza, GK Editor’s Note from Bob Stewart As many of you know, I was selected as Knight of the Year for 200506 at the April 23rd Communion Breakfast. It was an exciting honor for me and I wanted to thank my fellow Knights. I think it is also important for me to thank my sponsor, Dan Gerrity. Over the past few years, we have worked on many events together, and he has been a great teacher and source of motivation for me. I think it is fitting for me to recognize his generosity and the leadership he has brought to this council. In many ways, he represents the spirit of why I got involved—and remain involved with the Knights. With sincere thanks for everything you bring, Dan, I remain, your brother Knight. Bob. May, 2006 The “Fabulous 100-Club” Lives Up To Its Reputation The Fabulous 100 Club was held on April 8, 2006 and was a Huge success! Thanks to the help of the members, the already beautiful VFW hall was decked out for a wonderful evening. The food supplied by Doug Deacon from O'Connell Council, was delicious as usual. Special thanks to Bob Stewart for all his hard work & to Charlie Kelly, who did his usual great job calling the numbers. What a great stroke of luck that the Gerrity's won the Grand Prize of $3,000.00! Fellow Knight Steve Rochford won the $500.00 second prize! Many thanks to all the generous participants! We all look forward to next year's worthwhile Fundraising event. Stewart Awarded Knight of the Year at Communion Breakfast Bob Stewart and Frank Stallone were honored as Knight of the Year and Holy Name Person of the Year, respectively. At a very well attended event, Msgr. Tom Hartman delivered the keynote address and then the honorees were recognized by dignitaries from the political front including Mayor Joe Carrigan from ER, Deputy Mayor Tom Miccio from Lynbrook, Councilman Anthony Santino who also presented a citation from Nassau Legislator Fran Becker and, Assemblyman Bob Barra. It was great to have these dedicated men join us and Bob and Frank were delighted by their very kind words. (See more on the web at www.saintraymonds.org OFFICERS Father John Aduseh Poku ..................... Chaplain 593-5000 Deacon Guy Donza ................ Associate Chaplain 593-2521 Deacon Thomas Connolly ...... Associate Chaplain 872-6262 Thomas Donza ......Grand Knight G.K. 593-2521, 887-6050 Ed Corrado.................................................D.G.K. 596-3760 Daniel Gerrity...................................... Chancellor 887-4491 Robert L. Stewart, Jr. .............................. Warden 599-0084 Al Compagnoni..................................... Treasurer 599-2917 Steve Higgins, PGK..................Financial Secretary 887-7346 Anthony Barcia ......................................Recorder 593-6720 Angelo Bianculli .................................... Advocate 599-6323 Artie Leonetti...................................Inside Guard 887-7497 Edmund Farrell ................................Inside Guard 593-7805 Frank Sabella ................................Outside Guard 768-3406 Ted Ward ................................... Honorary Guard 593-6967 Bob Kelly................................................. Lecturer 593-1829 Joe Donza ..........................................................Co-Lecturer DIRECTORS Membership & Recruitment Deacon Thomas Connolly .................................... 872-6262 Program Director Anthony Barcia ............................................ 593-6720 Council Activities Ed Corrado................................................... 596-3760 Family Activities Doug Yadanza ............................................. 887-6795 Community Activities Bob Kelly...................................................... 593-1829 Youth Activities Bruno Romano............................................. 599-2440 Church Activities Frank Sabella................................................ 768-3406 Fourth Degree Frank Stallone, PGK, PFN, FN. ...................... 593-1034 Ceremonial Jack Dempsey, PGK ...................................... 887-4744 THE CROSS Robert L. Stewart, Jr. (Editor)..................... . 599-0084 Bruno Romano (Public Relations)................. 599-2440 Sick & Welfare Ed Corrado................................................... 596-3760 Pro-Life Chairpersons Ed Farrell...................................................... 593-7805 C&B Charlie Kelly, PGK......................................... 593-9776 TRUSTEES 1 Year .........Bob Kelly ...........................................593-1829 2 Year .........Charles Kelly PGK ..............................593-9776 3 Year .........Frank Stallone PGK, PFN, FN..............593-1034 NASSAU CHAPTER 1 .........Ed Farrell 2 .........Steve Higgins, PGK, FS NASSAU CONFERENCE 1 ........GK Delegate - Tom Donza 2 .........GK Alternate - Delegate Ed Corrado 3 .........PGK Delegate - Frank Stallone, PGK, PFN, FN 4 .........PGK Alternate Delegate - Steve Higgins, PGK, FS May Birthdays 5/17 - Michael D. Killarney 5/18 - Robert J. Kelly 5/21 Thomas J. Moore 5/22 Edward J. Cook 5/26 Michael F. Mullen 5/26 Ralph A. Sellitti 5/28 Kevin Kelly 5/28 Mario M. Zaino 5/31 Michael J. Esposito From the Ladies Auxiliary Thanks to the ladies for all their support. We thank you for your work on the Communion Breakfast. Your help and dedication are always appreciated. Treat yourself to an International Desert Night on Monday, May 8th.Watch for details. 5/1- Executive Meeting (Note change due to St. Raymond Golf Outing) 5/3- 4th Degree Memorial Mass - St Josephs Hewlett (8:00 PM) 5/6- Load supplies for Track Meet (See Steve Higgins for time) 5/7– Track Meet at ER High School (Setup at 6:00AM) 5/8-Ladies International Desert Night 5/11-Regular Meeting 8:00PM (State Convention @ Nevele) 5/15–DD Meeting in our Council 8:00PM 5/23- Living Rosary at St. Ignatius (7:15 Long Beach) 5/25-Regular meeting (NOTE: Since this is Ascension Thursday, we will be a social meeting at 9:00PM) 5/29– March in East Rockaway Memorial day Parade (See GK Tom Donza for details) 5/30-Executive Meeting for June at 8:00PM COUNCIL TELEPHONE NUMBER ................. 887-8170 LADIES AUXILIARY Elise Compagnoni ................................................. President Catherine DeMarrias .................... Vice-President 599-6390 Terry Leonetti........................................ Treasurer 887-7497 Catherine Miller ............ Corresponding Secretary 599-2587 Karen Carneglia ....................................Recording Secretary Marie Lonergan ....................... Sergeant at Arms 887-7045 Eva Ferraro.............................................Historian 599-6814 Trustees: Evelyn Contaldi, Joyce Sellitti, Judith Kelly Upcoming: 6/4-6/6 - Villa Roma Golfing (see article page 4) Holy Name Society Holy Name Person of the Year Frank Stallone was honored at the 4/23 Communion Breakfast following the 9:00AM Mass. (More in next issue.) KofC Website is www.saintraymonds.org “Why I Joined the Knights of Columbus” by Brian J. Kiernan Every Catholic’s goal is to seek God in everyday life. Whether it is through an encounter with a stranger, a conversation with a longtime friend, or quiet time with a loved one, God is always present. It is up to us to find Him and do our best to recognize His love for us and to serve Him in any way that we can. The Knights of Columbus presents me with the opportunity to participate in events that will help raise money for many charities. I will also meet new people and receive the many benefits that the Knights of Columbus offers to its members. My wife, Jeannine, and I are expecting our first child this August. I believe that being a Knight will make me a better Catholic, which will in turn help me receive God’s grace to be the best father to my child as possible. My First Degree was in March, a very rewarding experience. I am looking forward to the next two Degrees which will be in April and June respectively. Although I have only been a member since March 28, I am already certain that I have made the right decision by joining. Everyone has been extremely welcoming and helpful. I am ready for a lifetime of service to God and the Knights of Columbus provides me with a great opportunity to do so. If anyone reading this is not a member of the Knights of Columbus, I strongly suggest that you join. There is a great new book out entitled Parish Priest by Douglas Brinkley and Julie M. Fenster, which is a summary of the founder of the Knights, Father Michael McGivney’s life, and why he formed the organization. I suggest that all members and nonmembers read it. It may turn non-members into members, and help those all who already members become better servants of God. God bless. Editor’s Note: Brian Kiernan is “the new guy” having taken his first and second degrees last month and has jumped in with both feet. We appreciate his enthusiasm and look for him to complete his third degree in June. Ed Farrell Honored as Knight of the Month for April and Ed Cook Takes Off for Iraq Ed Farrell has been on a roll...and as a result has been honored with a special award recognizing his many contributions including an innovative “Cabaret Night” and a St. Patrick’s Dance Party. Congratulations for a job well done, Ed. May 7 Track Meet at ER HS Volunteers Welcomed Pray for Good Weather! If you’re looking to work an exciting and fun FULL day event, then look no further than the Annual Track Meet on May 7th at East Rockaway High School. It’s a great way to contribute to the council and help us with a very important event on our calendar. Set up is early, so plan to arrive at 7:00AM. If you can offer a few hours during the day, great. We’re there till about 4:00 PM. Something new, we’re setting up a “satellite” station on the opposite side of the field to sell soda and water. VFW Hall Available for Your Special Events If you need a special place to hold an anniversary, birthday, sweet 16 or any other event to bring your family and friends together, consider the VFW Hall on Main Street in East Rockaway. This is a terrific venue to hold any event that includes full kitchen facilities, a wonderful dance floor, outdoor decking, custom lighting and warm gathering place. For more information, contact Commander - Joe McCarthy, Council Phone 617-887-8170. From The Deacon’s Bench Because of the work that I do both as a deacon and working full time for the Knights, I encounter many parents who ask me what they should do about their teenage or older children who no longer want to go to Church. Unfortunately it is a problem we see more and more with the passing of time. It's certainly not a new problem, however. In the book, "Parish Priest," the story of our founder, Fr. Michael McGivney, the author talks about Fr. McGivney's efforts, back in the nineteenth century, to bring the young men back into parish life and especially get them to attend Sunday Mass. As we begin to mature, many things are happening within us. Our spirit of independence begins to emerge and with it comes questions. As we advance through school and into college and beyond, those questions can develop into doubts and a pulling away from our faith. The outside world holds many inviting temptations for us and a faith built on a sandy foundation will crumble. A faith built on a sturdy foundation may at times falter but it will ultimately withstand all pressures and re-emerge strong. That foundation is built by parents and grandparents who show their children how important God is in their own lives. The mortar that keeps that foundation strong is the prayers that we say, or should say, each day for these children. Prayer can move mountains, prayer can accomplish much. Please remember to pray for our young people every day. Deacon Tom Please keep Ed Cook in your prayers as he takes his place in Iraq. Hope to see you back soon, Ed! Phil-Amy Florist Anchor Audi Leonard S. Molite Harry Schwagerl 843 Sunrise Highway Lynbrook, NY 11563 Tel. (516) 887-5300 Fax (516) 887-3628 704 Dogwood Avenue Franklin Square, NY 11010 Prints The Cross each month 516-481-4857 1-800-4-PHIL-AMY Call Bill Mincher 596-0599 (1-800-474-4526) Parrots of the World Ltd. 516 www.philamyflorist.com Homemade Salads Advertise Here… Your Message will be seen... We support our advertisers Mincher Printing Tropical Birds, Exotic Animals & Fish 764-0717; 718 343-4141 316 Sunrise Hwy. Rockville Centre Hot & Cold Catering "W e Do BBQ It All 's" tion oca t r wL Ne reepo F Old Fashioned Hand Rolled Bagels BAGELS plus . . . Paul's Modern Drive-In Cleaners A HOLE LOT MORE! 599-6219 Call Us Now Same Day Laundry & Dry Cleaning Expert Tailor on Premises We Deliver 151 E. Main Street, E. Rockaway, NY 11518 T.N.T. Electronics VCR-TV 1013 Merrick Road Baldwin, NY 11510 516-223-7358 We Fix it - One Stop Shop Auto Repair! (516) 546-0115 or 546-8181 Emergency Service Beeper (516) 291-3854 Frank's N.Y. State Inspection Station THE FISHERY OYSTER BAR CHOWDER HOUSE OUTSIDE DECK FNT Auto Repair Inc. 1017 MERRICK ROAD BALDWIN, N.Y. 11510 (Between Milburn Ave. & Central Ave.) Phone: 516-256-7117 FAX: 516-256-7558 1 MAIN ST. EAST ROCKAWAY, NY 11518 Photos from the Fabulous 100-Club Thanks to Dick Kramer and his trusty digital camera for these great memories. MIKE HONG 432 Atlantic Avenue East Rockaway, NY 11518 (516)599-9482 Visit the KofC website at www.saintraymonds.org and click Organizations and the KofC logo Pray for the Sick & Deceased At this most inspirational time of year, please pray for the sick of our parish and deceased brothers. Our prayers for GK Tom Donza continue as he recovers from his surgery. Knights Insurance Corner You know, as hard as it is to believe, one-fifth of the population thinks the most practical route to wealth is winning the lottery. We all like to daydream about hitting it big someday. Dreams are wonderful to have but they don't pay the bills and they can't substitute for good financial planning. There is nothing sadder than to hear a widow lamenting that she doesn't know what she and the kids are going to do for want of money. It happens every day of the week, every week of year; and the even sadder part is that it never has to be that way. Fr. McGivney founded our Order so widows will have an avenue where they can be protected. Take advantage of this most important benefit of your membership in the Knights of Columbus. Call your Field Agent right away and make an appointment. “Thank You” from Ed Corrado, DGK NYS Council State Deputy Golf Tournament 6/4 – 6/6 Place- Villa Roma. Dates- Sunday June 4th through Tuesday June 6th. Cost- $260 per golfer. Experience-Priceless! To reserve your spot, Contact GK Tom Donza @ 592-9630 or FS Steve Higgins @ 887-7346, a $60 deposit is required, payable to K of C # 7220. My father, Emilio Corrado, recently passed away at age 88 after a brief illness. He was a life member of the Knights of Columbus, O’Connell Council, Oceanside. He attended a number of our Council activities with great enjoyment and was accorded the most cordial reception every time. I wish to thank everyone for making these occasions at Monsignor Walsh Council a happy time for him. It was very nice of you to have welcomed him as a brother Knight. Again, thank you for your expressions of sympathy. ANTAEUS Joey’s Pizza & Deli D.J. SERVICE Free Delivery 599-2929 5 Huntington Ave., Lynbrook, NY DJ’S - MC’S - KARAOKE Make your next party a triumphant success Call Doug Yadanza 516-887-6740 STU COMMUNITY AUTO REPAIR E a s t Ro c ka w ay S h e l l Tel. (516) 599-9574 Fax. 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