Knights RecordMarch 2012

Brother Knights of Council 1028, as I start to write this newsletter I look out side at 60 degree weather. It's like spring out there. Who would have thought the weather would be this warm in February? It is supposed to be winter! But nature doesn't have a calendar. The birds are singing and the flowers are popping out of the ground. We need to enjoy it while this blessing lasts.

Lent has started preparing us for the resurrection of Jesus on Easter Sunday. All Catholics have either given up something for Lent, or have promised God to do something to help themselves or others accomplish a goal or change a behavior. It is in this spirit of giving to others that started the Knights of Columbus through Father Michael J. McGivney back in New Haven, Connecticut in 1882. The Order's principles in 1882 were “Unity” and “Charity.” The concepts of “Fraternity” and “Patriotism” were added later. “The Columbus-linked themes, says historian Christopher J. Kauffman, 'reverberated with pride in the American promise of liberty, equality and opportunity'.”

From these humble beginnings, started the Knights of Columbus to support

the emerging cause of Catholic civil liberties. Now, as back in 1882, it is still our duty to uphold the Freedom of Religion no matter what the price. We are now being told by our government to give up our beliefs as Catholics. It is our job as Knights of Columbus to stand by our Pope and Priests to uphold our God given rights and belief.

We are at all times open to new members. Recently we have had Brother Knights come back to Council 1028 or have joined as new members. This is tremendous and encouraging to see more new members looking to give of themselves to help others.

Please ask any family member, friend or fellow Catholic to look at the Knights of Columbus Council 1028 as a great organization enabling its members to help others in the name of Christ.

We may still be in the winter of 2012, but with the encouragement of our faith and the Knights of Columbus it sure feels like spring.

Thank you!Steve Voss

Grand Knight(618) 530-6546

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Kuhl Hall at St. Mary/St. Augustine SMSA is the place to be on Friday n igh t s fo r t he week ly B ingo benefitting the SMSA students. Doors open at 4 p.m. with the kitchen to start serving at 4:30. It has been said the fish here is the BEST in town, both the cod and walleye. The kitchen also serves burgers, fries, onion rings, cole slaw and chicken strips, to name just a few items. The bingo then starts at 7:00 p.m.

So plan on making a night of Bingo for the students of SMSA, starting out with a great meal then settling in for a night of Bingo! Brother Knights Dan Baldus and Jim Hoffmann promise a fun time for all.

Please patronize your local parish church's fish fry on Fridays during Lent. If you have time to volunteer, I am sure there is something for you to do. It will be appreciated.

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In January, Pope Benedict said, “It is imperative that the entire Catholic community in the United States comes to realize the grave threats to the Church’s public moral witness presented by a radical secularism which finds increasing expression in the political and cultural spheres.” This radical secularism can erect government barriers to the Church’s public moral witness, but it also seeks other ways to exclude this witness from the nation’s public discourse.In the face of these challenges, the 1.8 million Catholic men of the Knights of Columbus — men known for their determined public moral witness — have an important role to play: We must continue to be in the forefront, demonstrating in word and in deed that truly “God is love.” This can make all the difference.

Vivat Jesus! Carl A. Anderson

Supreme Knight

FROM THE SUPREME KNIGHT

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SUNSHINE COMMITTEEIt is with my sincerest respect that I have to announce the passing of Brother Tony Victor Riassetto. Tony Victor Riassetto, 86, of Swansea, IL born March 21, 1925 in Kincaid, IL, passed away Saturday January 28, 2012.

Tony was an ARM 2nd Class Petty Officer in the United States Navy aboard the CVE61 Manila Bay with the VC71 Squadron and was a TBM Avenger torpedo bomber Radioman/Gunner in the Pacific during WWII. Tony attended Springfield Junior College in Springfield, IL, earned a BSC in Accounting from the University of Iowa and advanced his education at the University of Michigan. Tony retired from the U.S. Internal Revenue Service in 1979 after more than 29 years of service. Tony volunteered his time to multiple organizations. He was an active member of the The Knights of Columbus Third Degree with Belleville Monsignor Bauer Council 1028, Bishop Janssen Assembly 0199 Fourth Degree, the American Legion, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Belleville Senior Citizens, the AARP volunteer tax service for over 21 years, the Italian American Club of Southwestern, IL; Althoff Men’s Club, St. Henry Men's Club, St. Henry Church and was a past St. Henry School Board President. Tony received numerous awards for his volunteer service over the years including the Society of St. Vincent DePaul Top Hat award. Tony's hobbies included fishing, restoring antiques, golf leagues, bowling, travel and making wine.

Tony was preceded in death by his parents Carlo and Domenica (Turingi) Riassetto, a brother Frank Riassetto, a son David Anthony Riassetto and a grandson Jon Riassetto. Tony is survived by his wife, his angel, Therese, nee Klemm, Riassetto whom he married May 13, 1950; five children, Mary (Ed) Johnson of Pensacola, FL, Victoria (Karl) Szewczyk of Madison, WI, Jenifer (Steve) Giger of Swansea, IL; Lisa Riassetto of Nashville, TN, and Joseph Riassetto of Chicago, IL; daughter-in-law Joanne Riassetto of St. Louis, MO, sister-in-law Kay Riassetto of Marble Falls, TX, ten grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, loving nieces, nephews and dear friends.

We will all miss you Tony, Salute.

Council 1028 also lost Brother Fred A. Vangenhen. Fred A. “Fritz” Vangenhen, 92, of Belleville, IL. Born June 26, 1919 passed away February 22, 2012. Please keep his friends and family in your prayers.

PRO-LIFE NEWSThe Catholic Church lovingly offers help with neither judgment nor condemnation through the ministry of Project Rachel which brings hope and healing to the hurting. Please give them a call at 1-888-456-HOPE(4673)

Please be aware of House Bill 4085, The Ultrasound Opportunity Act. The Ultrasound Opportunity Act simply requires that a woman seeking an abortion, after 7 weeks gestation,

be offered the opportunity to receive and view an ultrasound on her baby by the physician who is to perform the abortion, the referring physician, or another qualified person working in conjunction with either physician. In the end, this legislation enacts a small change. Competent medical practice and state law requires the use of ultrasound before abortion. This legislation adds on one simple question: Would you like to see the ultrasound image?

40 Days for Life (February 21-April 1,2012) P l e a s e v i s i t t h e w e b s i t e w w w .40daysforlife.com. Always remember to keep the unborn in your daily prayers. God will bless you for this small act of kindness.

A state wide advocacy initiative, coupled with a prayer campaign, will be supported by all the Catholic Dioceses during the upcoming legislative session. The focus will be to seek further legal protections for mothers and their unborn children, primarily through the Ultrasound Opportunity Act. The Diocese of Belleville will join the Diocese of Springfield for the prayer campaign specifically the week of March 25-31, with an advocacy day at the state capital in Springfield on March 28.

DUES ARE OVERDUE!Thank you to all who have paid their dues for the year. If you have not yet, you have probably received a KNIGHT ALERT letter and will be contacted by a member of our Retention Committee. This is your third reminder and the next step is an “Intent to Suspend” letter. If you wish to cancel your membership (withdraw), the Supreme Council requires that I receive a signed letter from you stating your intention to withdraw your membership. A note on your dues bill or a phone call is not sufficient. Sorry, those are the rules from Supreme. The signed letter ensures that it is your decision and not ours.

Fraternally,

Gene Busekrus, PGKFinancial Secretary

COLUMBUS CLUBPresident: Ric Comana

Vice President: Joe SandySecretary: Tom Schmidt

Treasurer: Dan JoergensenDirector(Grand Knight): Steve Voss

Director: Gene BusekrusDirector: VacantDirector: VacantDirector: Vacant

Next Meeting: April 19, 2012 at 7:00pm

Central   air   condi0oning   has  been   installed   in  the   hall.   The   reduc0on   in   noise   alone   from  the   current  window   air   condi0oning   units   to  new  central  air  will  be  a  dras0c  improvement.  A  decision  and  vote  will  be  made   soon  to  sell  or   donate   the   old   window   air   condi0oning  units.

We  con0nue  to  work  with  St.  Henry's  grounds  commiCee   on   geDng   es0mates   for   the  replacement  of  the  hall  windows.

We  have   three   open  Director  posi0ons  on  the  Columbus  Club   board.   Any   3rd   or   4th   degree  Knight   that  may  be   interested   in  filling   one   of  these   posi0ons.   should   please   contact   Ric  Comana  (618-‐920-‐7306).  

Ric ComanaPresident

INSURANCE NEWS•  During 2011, the Order issued more life insurance than ever before in our history: $7.9 billion.•  Our total insurance in force reached a new high of $83.5 billion. To put this remarkable number in perspective, consider that at the end of 2000, we stood at $40.4 billion.• The Order introduced a new disability income insurance product in April. Called Income Armor®, this addition to our portfolio is designed in the spirit of Father Michael J. McGivney, and can provide a steady stream of income in the event of a long-term injury or illness.• We finished the year with more field agents serving our members than ever before. Still, as our membership continues to grow, new agent candidates are always in demand across the U.S. and Canada. The ultimate goal is to have all of our members served by a dedicated, full-time agent, and, if you know someone who may be interested in becoming an agent, please  contact us.•   The Order’s assets under management reached a new high, exceeding $18 billion.• During 2011, we celebrated four exceptional months that were in the “best ever” category. Records were set in May, August, October and November.• Nearly 20,000 new retirement annuities were issued to our members and their families in 2011.•  Our A++ (Superior) rating from A.M. Best was reaffirmed and there continues to be no more highly rated life insurer in North America.•  As the costs of long-term care continue to rise, members and their spouses continue to turn to the Knights of Columbus to help them prepare for this expense. Our agents can show you how this product can protect the assets you’ve worked so hard to accumulate.• Our number of associate members becoming insured members continued to grow, showing more of our brothers availed themselves to our products. We hope this trend continues and that more members understand the value of owning our products.

Gerry Bach(618) 978-3888

Membership Goals for 2011-2012 Fraternal Year as of August 1, 2011

The numbers for these charts are quoted !om the I"inois State Council website: www.i"inoisknights.org

Charitable Goals for 2011-2012 Fraternal YearNewman YTD

Total% of Goal

MR/LD YTD Total

% of Goal

General Assistance

YTD Total

% of Goal

Vocations YTD Total

% of Goal

$1,725.00 0 0.0% $5,272.48 $8043.17 146% $380.00 $63.00 16.6% $900.00 $130.00 14.4%

Start of FY Membership Quota YTD Gain YTD Loss YTD Net % of Quota

343 22 0 0 0 0

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Monthly Meeting ScheduleCouncil Officer’s Meeting

2nd Thursday of the Month, 6pmPrior to Business MeetingKnights of Columbus Hall

Council Business Meeting,2nd Thursday of the Month,Knights of Columbus Hall

Assembly Meeting,4th Thursday of the Month,Knights of Columbus Hall

All Meetings Begin at 7:00 PM

Officers for 2010-2011Council 1028

Grand Knights Steve VossChaplain Father Elmar MauerDeputy Grand Knight Ric ComanaChancellor Tom SchmidtRecorder Dan BaldusFinancial Secretary Gene BusekrusTreasurer Jeff PaulsLecturer VacantAdvocate Craig ReuterWarden George KomoraInside Guard VacantOutside Guard Craig SchmidtTrustees James Hoffmann Dan Joergensen Stanley Thien

Assembly 0199Navigator Tom SchmidtFriar Father Joseph OgandaCaptain William HoldenerScribe Roger MuellerComptroller Don CookPurser Ric ComanaAdmiral Joe SandyPilot Gene BusekrusSentinels Steve Voss VacantTrustees Stanley Thien Larry Conrad Craig Reuter