Friar Father Chuck Breindel 12117

FATHER MICHEAL J. MCGIVNEY ASSEMBLY #2588 NEWSLETTER November 2016

Officers 2016-2017 Office Name Council

Navigator SK Rob Wilhelm 12117 Friar Father Chuck Breindel 12117 Captain SK Jun Macadat 12378 Admiral PFN Frank Mulcahy 4632 Comptroller SK Fran Foster 12117 Purser PFN Mike Maliniak 12117 Pilot SK Scott Tiemann 12117 Scribe PFN Rick Bish 12117 Inner Sentinel SK Phil Lynch 12117 Outer Sentinel SK Sam Prebis 12117 1-year Trustee PFN Marcelino R. Villaflor (Marc) 12117 2-year Trustee SK Jerry Foronda 12378 3-year Trustee PFN Roy Blakeburn 12117 Commander PFN Marcelino R. Villaflor (Marc) 12378

Assembly Website: www.fathermcgivneyassembly.org

Navigator’s Notes

Sir Knights, Family and Friends,

As Thanksgiving approaches I am reminded how much the Good Lord has blessed me. I pray that all of you have a great holiday with your family and friends, and safe travels to all those traveling. This Tuesday I will be handing out checks to our 7 lucky winners of the World Series Pool. In December we do not have a monthly business meeting so our next meeting will be in January. I would like to welcome all our brand new Sir Knights who went to the exemplification earlier this month in Richmond.

God Bless, Rob Wilhelm, FN

______

Reflection from the Faithful Admiral

Some online dictionaries report each year on what words were looked up the most on their site. For 2005, some of the most popular words were refugee, pandemic, tsunami, and levee. Because of worldwide catastrophic events that year, we can readily understand why those words were checked. The most popular lookup for the Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary that year was the word integrity. The definition given is: “firm adherence to a code of especially moral or artistic values.” It's used to describe those who are unwilling to be bribed or morally corrupted. Why was that word on the top of the list? Could it be because integrity is so lacking that many don't know what it looks like in someone’s life? In His Words, God gave us an example of integrity in the life of Joseph. Potiphar had put him in charge of overseeing “his house and all that he had”. When he was propositioned by his master's wife, Joseph refused, saying, “How then can I do this great wickedness, and sin against God?” He knew what God's standards were, and he chose to stand for the right – at the cost of his freedom. Integrity – look it up in Genesis 39. Then live it out in God's strength as members of this great fraternity of ours, the “Knights of Columbus”. In keeping with past articles, God is pleased with work done well. He honors good workers, and so should we. God is pleased with His Knights of Columbus and Assembly 2588.

Fraternally,

Frank T. Mulcahy PFN Faithful Admiral

**Portions were taken from Our Daily Bread** ______

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF SPECIAL OLYMPICS!

THANKSGIVING - 24 NOVEMBER

SOLEMNITY OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION - 8 DECEMBER

Upcoming Events (see website for details)

Assembly Officers Meeting: Thursday, 17 November @ 7 PM

Lady of Namacpacan Fiesta: Sunday, 20 November @ 1PM Holy Family Church, First Colonial Road, Virginia Beach (Color Corps)

Assembly Meeting: Tuesday, 22 November @ 7:30 PM

Key Issues: - World Series Fundraiser - Exemplification

Potluck Christmas Party (with Council 12117): Saturday, 17 December @ 6:30 PM NO ASSEMBLY MEETING IN DECEMBER ______

Prayer for Our Troops:

“Lord, hold our troops on your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need, Amen.”

______

Membership News

Honorary Life Membership

Congratulations to PFN Paul Erny on his Honorary Life Membership.

------

Fourth Degree Exemplification

Congratulations and welcome to our new Brother Sir Knights!

Don Snipes Dan Nunn John Hammer Brian Banazwski Alvin Aldana Daniel Platukis Ben Salazar Mike Kruetter

------

Annual Dues

Faithful Comptroller will be sending out 2017 dues notices in December. Annual dues are $30.00. You can help the Assembly keep costs down by either paying at the December meeting or returning the self-addressed envelope with your check as quickly as possible. Each time the second or third notice is sent out, it costs the Assembly an additional 49 cents. If you do not pay your dues, your membership could be suspended at the end of the fraternal year (June 30). If you want to be reinstated, it will cost an additional $5.00. This is imposed on the Assembly by Supreme. Thank you in advance for being proactive in paying your dues. SK Fran Foster Faithful Comptroller

______

Fund Raising

World Series Fundraiser Results:

Based on a 7 Games Series, $100 goes to:

Game 1: Rob Wilhelm

Game 2: Ramon Villa

Game 3: Bob Evans

Game 4: Jun Macadat

Game 5: Joe Data

Game 6: Bruce Stevens

Game 7: Mike Hall

Board will be available for review and checks will available at the next Assembly meeting on 22 November.

Assembly made $130 - Thank you for your support!

We will look into doing something similar for the NBA Finals in the spring.

Veterans Affairs

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF THE VETERANS DAY PARADE!

------

Hampton VA Medical Center Donation

Donation was made on 10 November in honor of Veterans Day. Thank you for your support.

Next Assembly donation will be on 25 May 2017 (just before Memorial Day – 29 May). Please bring personal items (i.e. toiletries, gently used or new clothing, paperback books, magazines, etc. to the monthly meetings or contact Mike Maliniak to schedule a pickup (see attached flyer).

------

Veterans Flu Vaccinations

VA and Walgreens Team Up to Provide Flu Vaccinations to Veterans The cold and flu season is upon us and the Department of Veterans Affairs has once again teamed up with Walgreens Pharmacies nationwide to allow all veterans who are currently enrolled in the VA healthcare system to be able walk into any of the over 8000 Walgreens nationally (and the Duane Reade pharmacies in the New York metropolitan area) to receive a vaccination at no cost. Vaccinations will be available through March 31, 2017. Veterans wishing to receive the no cost vaccination simply need to present a Veterans Identification Card and a photo ID, at any participating Walgreens to receive the vaccination. In addition, after the Walgreens pharmacist administers the vaccine Walgreens will transmit that information securely to VA where it becomes part of the patient’s electronic medical record. VA is committed to keeping Veteran patients healthy, and during this flu season, vaccination is the best way to prevent the spread of flu. No matter where you live, visit your local VA clinic or Walgreens to get a free flu shot.

 To find your local VA, visit va.gov/directory/guide/home.asp.  To locate a Walgreens store near you, call 800-WALGREENs (800-925-4733), or go to com/findastore.  To learn more about the partnership, call 1-877-771-8537 or visit ehealth.va.gov/Immunization.asp.

To get more information on flu and flu vaccine, visit publichealth.va.gov/flu or www.cdc.gov/flu.

------

Veterans Identification Card

On behalf of the Department of Veteran Services (DVS), the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) now issues veteran ID cards to eligible veterans. These cards provide proof of veteran status and permit the veterans to receive discounts from retailers and restaurants.

For information on resources available to Virginia veterans, review the Virginia Veterans Resource Guide developed by DVS or visit their website at http://www.dvs.virginia.gov/.

Veteran ID cards show the veteran's photo, name, branch of service, and signature, but are not intended to be used as official identification. The Virginia Department of Elections has approved the Virginia Veteran ID card for use at voting polls.

The Veteran ID Card Frequently Asked Questions provides additional information.

Eligibility Requirements To be eligible for the veteran ID card, you must:

Be a Virginia resident Hold an unexpired Virginia commercial driver's license, driver's license, learner's permit or DMV-issued ID card Have served either (1) in the active U. S. Armed Forces or (2) for more than 180 days in the Virginia National Guard or U. S. Reserves Have received an honorable discharge Present a photocopy of a veteran service proof document or combination of documents that provide branch of service, discharge date and discharge status (eg. DD 214, DD 256, WD AGO, or NGB 22) Consent that the information on your application and any subsequent address changes you make will be shared with the Virginia Department of Veteran Services. For more information on eligibility, please refer to § 46.2-345.1 of the Code of Virginia.

Cost The cost of the veterans ID card is $10. The card will not display an expiration date.

Applying for a Veteran ID Card When applying for a veterans ID card, please make sure that DMV has your current address on your record.

You may apply online, by mail, by fax, or in person at a DMV customer service center.

If you apply online, you must submit a copy of your online receipt and the required veteran status proof document(s) to DMV within 15 days of your online application. These documents can be submitted to DMV by mail, by fax or in person at a DMV customer service center.

If you are applying by mail, fax or in person, you must complete a Virginia Veterans Identification Card Application (form DL-11) and provide a copy of your veteran service proof document(s) and your payment. Mail to: Driver Support Work Center, Room 419 P. O. Box 27412 Richmond, VA 23269-0001

Fax to: (804) 367-1112 Visit: A DMV customer service center

Receiving Your Veteran ID Card

Your card will be mailed to you.

If you applied in person at a customer service center, you will receive a receipt showing all of the information that will display on your card. While you are waiting to receive your card in the mail, you may use the receipt to show proof of veteran status and receive retail discounts.

Replacement Cards The cost to replace a lost or mutilated veterans ID card is $10.

Sharing Information with DVS Every six months, DMV will electronically share with the Virginia Department of Veteran Services (DVS) information from your Veterans card application and any subsequent address changes you make. DVS may use the information DMV provides to:

Establish a record for veterans not in the DVS database Mail letters about DVS services Determine if the veteran has filed a VA claim

Lost Your DD214? To obtain a replacement DD214 (or if you are a veteran and were never issued a DD214), you may access the federal website www.archives.gov for information, or contact the Virginia Department of Veteran Services at (804) 786-0286 for assistance.

https://www.dmv.virginia.gov/drivers/#id/vet_id.asp

------SUPPORT OUR VETERANS!!!

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

FATHER MICHAEL J. McGIVNEY ASSEMBLY #2588

COORDINATES DONATIONS TO THE HAMPTON VETERANS AFFAIRS MEDICAL CENTER EACH MEMORIAL DAY AND VETERANS DAY

WE NEED YOUR HELP!!!

PLEASE MAKE DONATIONS OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS TO YOUR CHURCH OR K OF C COUNCIL:

Patient Comfort Items/Hygiene Products (travel size): - deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrush, shampoo, soap, comb, shaving cream, razors, hand/body lotion, denture cleaner, feminine hygiene products, shower caps/shoes, baby powder

New or Gently Used Clothing: - men’s/ladies’ underwear, socks, panty hose/knee highs, knit hats/mittens, terry slippers, sun visors/caps, sunglasses

Recreation: - magazines, puzzle books, playing cards, paperback books, composition notebooks, stamps, coffee/snack foods

QUESTIONS???

CONTACT MIKE MALINIAK

([email protected]) “SERVING THOSE WHO SERVED…” OUR SYMBOL:

Sir Knights of the Fourth Degree, deem it an honor and privilege to carry our TRIAD EMBLEM, which features The Dove, The Cross, and The Globe. Our Honored Order cherishes as its Patron, Christopher Columbus.

Spiritually, the sacred symbols fashioned on our sword and lapel pin, typify the union of the Three Divine Persons in one Godhead The Most Holy Trinity.

o The Globe God the Father, Creator of the Universe. o The Cross God the Son, Redeemer of Mankind. o The Dove God the Holy Spirit, Sanctifier of Humanity.

HISTORY: In the early years of the Fourth Degree, members met as part of their councils, mostly after meetings. In 1910, during a reorganization of the Order's leadership, the first Assemblies were created. Additionally the position of Supreme Master was established to lead the Fourth Degree internationally. Vice Supreme Masters lead Provinces and Masters head Districts. This system has spread and flourished as Sir Knights not only serve their local Church through their service to local councils but also their joint efforts in these Assemblies. The Honor Guard, first called for in 1886 was officially formed in 1902, for ceremonial purposes. Since that time, the uniforms of the Color Corps have varied, however all have shared the similar theme of mariners. Most noticeable in today's current uniform is the chapeau worn with ostrich feathers.

MEMBERSHIP: The Fourth Degree ritual added patriotism to the three original principles of the order: charity, unity, fraternity. Any Third Degree member in good standing with at least six months membership in the order – is eligible for membership in the Forth Degree. The primary purpose of the Forth Degree is to foster the spirit of patriotism by promoting responsible citizenship and love of and loyalty to the knights’ respective countries through active membership in local Forth Degree groups called Assemblies. Forth Degree members must retain their membership as Third Degree members in the local council to remain in good standing.

EVENTS: The first Exemplification of the new Degree was scheduled to be held in the Astor Hotel in New York City on February 22, 1900. However, there were so many candidates the Exemplification had to be moved to a larger venue. Therefore the site was moved to the Lenox Lyceum. At this first Exemplification of the Fourth Degree 1,100 members of the Knights of Columbus, being in good standing "took their fourth." The second Exemplification, held in Boston on May 8, 1900 saw another 750 Third Degree knights join the ranks of Sir Knights. cherishes as its Patron, Christopher Columbus. Once a Sir Knight attains an office, he is entitled to wear the colors of that office until elected or appointed to a higher office, except for the Marshal [appointed by the Master of District] and the Color Corps Commanders [appointed by the Faithful Navigator] who are appointed for a specific term and then revert to their previous colors when that term expires.