Upcoming Events

Council Meeting ……...…… Oct 15th

Cathedral Parish Center 7:00 P.M

Rosary in Church 6:40 P.M.

Rosary Rally…………………..….Oct 13th

Noon at Dioceses Parking lot

Corporate Communion….….Oct 14th

10 am Mass at Cathedral

Padre Pio Relic………………...Oct 28th

At Chancery

Council Meeting ……….…… Nov 19th

Cathedral Parish Center 7:00 P.M

Rosary in Church 6:40 P.M.

KC Family Christmas party….Dec 9th

Cathedral Leifeld Hall 3:30 p.m.

The Knight Graphic Knights of Columbus

St Patrick’s Council 1076

New Ulm, MN Chartered January 28, 1906

Next meeting

October 15, 2018 Cathedral Parish Center

Meeting Starts at 7 P.M.

October 2018 Issue #258

Chaplain Corner:

A PEACEFUL TREE

People ask me, “How do you like your new place?” Surprisingly well, I say. In the process of making my decision, the Lord said, I will help you leave your home in the woods. Then what will I have? He whispered quite loudly in my ear: I will give you peace. And in-deed he has.

My childhood home is in western Minnesota, two miles from the South Dakota border. It is prairie, windy and no trees. For the past fifty plus years I enjoyed a home surrounded by trees , over looking a valley.

Trees needed to be cut down making room for a driveway, down hill ski run, a house and garden. Now I think twice before cutting down a tree.

Even though there are hundreds of trees in a timber lot, yet each one is different. No two trees are the same. The beauty of God is reflected in a tree dressed in autumn colors. From its roots to the end of each leaf, nourishing sap juices provide life. A tree grows to maturity in patience and silence, never moving to another piece of ground. In winter we see and admire the strength of each trunk and branches.

I harvested many trees, laying the trunk on a table, platform, of a small hobby saw mill. After cutting off slabs from four sides there remained a prized square ready to be cut into ruff lumber boards.

Here is where I make my lesson of how a tree can help us attain peace in our lives. Notice how a tree from beginning to end allows outside powers and influences for its growth. Like dirt, water, wind, sun, etc.

The squared log lays on the saw mill table, patiently awaiting to be made into ruff lumber. It obediently becomes a new form of life. It enters into a planer becoming proud to show off its smooth grain and decorated surface. Now it is ready to become furniture, patiently pre-sent and visible for others to enjoy.

We seek and pray for peace in our lives. Jesus says, Peace I give you. It is a gift. Be patient. Let God be the giver. We do not manufacture

peace by ourselves. Like a little child we are happy and at peace in the arms of our father and mother. A tree is at peace be-cause God provides all it needs.

Fr. Germain

HIGHWAY DITCH CLEAN UP THANKS CREW.

Jim Brandel, Jay Braulick, San Clyne, Mario DeSouza Luke DeSouza, Bob Fisch, Jim Guggisberg, Jeremy Hillesheim, Leo Marti, Keith Marti, Gary Neubauer (Photographer) , Nate Neubauer, Jerod Spilman, Erv Mathiowetz.

Attendees at Harvest Mass at St Joseph Church September 20th.

Call to Order – Grand Knight

Deputy Grand Knight Gary Neubauer called meeting to order on Monday Sept 17, 2018 at 7:00 pm opening with the Lord’s Prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance.

Roll Call of Officers – Recorder Grand Knight = E Advocate = A Deputy Grand Knight = P Warden = A Chaplain = P Inside Guard = P Chancellor = P Outside Guard = A Financial Secretary = P Trustee (3rd Year) = P Treasurer = P Trustee (2nd Year) = A Recorder = P Trustee (1st Year) = A

Previous Minutes – Council Minutes approved.

Agenda additions & approval – Add support request for Family Planning Program, Agenda approved.

Communications – Thank you from 1st Choice for sponsoring a table at the banquet. We received a thank you note from Fr. Cornelius for our donation for seminarians in Nigeria. NUACS – On Oct 5th they will be participating in annual marathon for non-public schools. It will be a marathon of service in the community and that they appreciation our support for this program. Discussion was held on getting information out on our web site and also in the local paper when doing events that show our participation in the community.

Supreme Chaplain Challenge

When having discussions with people (especially your family members), give them your undivided attention and do not look at your cell phones during the conversations. I also challenge you to honestly attempt to answer Jesus’ question “What do you want me to do for you?”

Officers Report Chaplain – Fr. Rademacher Father highlighted comments from his article in the Graphic. Noted we need to put ourselves in God’s hands and that God will take care of us. The abuse has raised questions in all of us as to what our feelings are. Is it being upset, confused, angry, or that a trust has been broken. Are we going to trust in God and more forward or are we stepping away. Put your trust in God and pray for our priest.

Treasure – Br. Joe Deml Report for the past month Previous Balance $ 11339.44 Total Checks $ 2230.84 Deposits $ 158.80 Ending Balance $ 9267.40 Earmarked Funds $ 1994.81 Available Balance $ 7272.59 The bills submitted during the meeting were Graphic mailing & printing exp., and lunch & Stamps. Motion made, second and approved to accept treasurer report.

Financial Secretary – Br Nate Neubauer – Deposit for the month of August $736, $106 Pennies for Seminarians, Dues $30 and $600 from B-Blast.

Advertisement cost billing going out next month.

District Deputy – Br Mario DeSouza Let’s challenge ourselves to obtain Star Council this year.

Requirements are programs we already do, increase membership (do you know of people that should join, let Br. Lonnie S or me know) and an insurance quote (Br Denny will help with that.) State council has awards for helping recruit new members and Br. Lonnie and Br. Denny will receive a Knights shirt. Help with the Special Needs Bowling tournament in Mankato at the WOW Zone December 1 & 2.

Open Business

Signs at St. Joseph Church are installed at chosen locations, next is to have signs at county road 13 and Br. Denny is looking for help in the cost from MN Knight foundation and the New Ulm foundations, after receiving quote from the county for the new signs.

Harvest Mass on Thursday Sept 20th at 5:30 with Fr. Rademacher officiating, bring lawn chairs for seating, service is outside.

Corporate Communion – will be a Cathedral this year and gathering will be following the 10 a.m. Mass on October 14th. All is set up at this time. Seating will to be reserved for Knights and families up front and the left side.

Columbian Award requirement have changed and we have section heads to help make the activities happen and focused on spiritual and religious service. The four categories, each having a leader and with Br Mario as the over all coordinator of all categories, are Br. John Schotzko – Faith, Br. Nate Neubauer – Community, Br. Keith Marti – Life, and Br. Gary Neubauer – Family. In each category are 3 to 4 requirements to complete and as we understand the requirements we will be asking for help in meeting the requirements and many will be activities we already do. More involvements of membership will be needed to complete these requirements so watch of the activities list and consider where you could help on one. Family activity is the Mass on the Feast of the Holy Family which is the Sunday after Christmas, and we will have prayer card to hand out the Sunday prior to meet the requirements. Other family activities would be a food drive and selecting a family of the month (for their activities with the knights or church).

Highway Clean-up is scheduled for Wednesday Sept. 26th 5:30 p.m., meet at the east side of Menards parking lot.

New Business – Council

Next meeting is Oct 15, 2018 at Cathedral Parish Center at 7 pm with Rosary at 6:40 pm in Church.

Annual Knights Christmas Party- Discussion was held on how to get more young families involved in this event. Motion was made to change the activities to getting together at 3:30 to 5 p.m., with hot chocolate, cider and cookies, and Santa. Motion was seconded and approved. We will also look into getting small gift for each child.

Br. Lonnie will be holding a membership drive in October at St. Mary’s.

Request from Christina Miller Koester for funding her training for Pro-Life requirement needed to present to couples in pre marriage program. Following discussion on the request it was decided to donate $500. Motion made, seconded and approved. Council Minutes Continue on page 3.

Meeting Minutes

Identification Statement and Title: Issue October 2018. Statement of frequency: Published monthly, Authorized Organization: Knights of Columbus. Name and Address: St. Patrick’s Council #1076, P.O. Box 672, New Ulm, MN 56073. Issue #258

Council Officers Grand Knight .................................Robert Kennedy Deputy Grand Knight…….……..Dr. Gary Neubauer Chaplain ………..…. Fr. G. Rademacher

Chancellor……………………….…………..Ed Stadick Financial Secretary ….………. .Nate Neubauer Treasurer…………..……...……….Joe Deml

Recorder …………………………..Don Hellendrung Advocate……………………………………….Mike Boyle Warden …………………….…...Ken Stadick

Inside Guard………………………….Erv Mathiowetz Outside Guard …………………..……….... Nyle Mills Trustee 3-year………….....Bob Schabert

Trustee 2-year……………………….....Keith Marti Trustee 1-year……………………..……..John Schotzko

Please join Bishop LeVoir in praying daily for vocation to the Priesthood

and Religious Life.

TRAVELING CHALICE SCHEDULE

Sept 30 – October 6 Rick & Gwen Christiansen

1221 Southridge Rd 354-5771

October 7 – October 13 Terry & Amy Zinnel 61710 Sunset Lane

359-9697

October 14 – October 20 Rich and Jan Schmitz

2313 Dacotah Dr 507-276-4835

October 21 – October 27

Ken Stadick

614 6th North

354-2746

October 28 – November 3

Don & Myrtle Brand

1001 N Garden St.; Apt

#205

354-5688

November 4 – Nov 10

Erv Mathiowetz

406 N Franklin St

507-206-9944

November 11 – Nov 17

John & Ann Schotzko

20073 110th Ave

571-488-8858

Your local K of C Insurance Agent

I’m Denny Schommer and you can contact me at 507-276-4172 or

denny.schommer@kofc.org

“Monthly Challenge from the Supreme Chaplain”

October Challenge—When having discussions with people (especially your family mem-bers), give them your undivided attention and do not look at your cell phones during the conversations. I also challenge you to honestly attempt to answer Jesus’ question “What do you want me to do for you?”

Columbian Award requirements include activities in four categories. Each category has one mandatory and then choice on three others. The mandatory are listed below. Faith – Spiritual Reflection Program Family – Consecration of the Holy Family Community – Helping Hands Life – Novena for Life Programs we presently do that qualify. Faith—RSVP Family- Community—Free Throw Contest, Life—March for Life, Special Olympics, 1st Choice Pregnancy Center,

Council minutes continued

Good of the Order –Council – Loss of a family member - Lonnie and Vicky Spaeth and Family, Br Brad Altmann, Br. Gene and Marion Altmann, Sick- Brandon Dietz- son of Br John Dietz, Carol Holm, Bliss Kalk- daughter of Stephen Petron, Br Nyle Mills, Br James Seifert, Br Bob Kennedy, Deacon Leonard Fuller, Br Joe Platz, Neil Sturm, Br John Hacker & wife Nancy, Br Marlyn Molden, Br Allen Altmann, Bishop LeVoir, Bernie Schabert – Spouse of Br. Bob S., Br Denny Schommer & family, Marilyn Hoffmann – Spouse of Br. Jim H., LeAnn Heim- niece of Br. Paul Hillesheim, Fr. Pearson, Fr. Hackert, Fr. Bob Goblirsch, Fr. Brunner, Fr. Gross, Fr. Denny Becker, Fr. Steiner and Fr. Sam Wagner.

Closed with Prayer for the Sick

Adjourn – Deputy Grand Knight Gary Neubauer declared the meeting adjourned at 8:25 pm.

Attested by Don Hellendrung, Recorder

Prior to opening the meeting Christina Miller Koester gave a presentation on a request for fund to obtain edu-cation and training for Pro-Life requirements in the pre marriage program. Cost of the training is $4500 plus personal expenses (lodging, food, travel). This would allow the program to be presented in our diocese to couples in the pre marriage program.

Prior to the council meeting a corporate meeting was opened to accept the new budget for 2018-2019. Motion to approve and seconded was made and approve by members present. Corporate meeting was then closed.

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