Official State Publication -- State Council, Knights of Columbus -- Spring 2010

State Deputy’s Message 109th Meeting of the Kansas 109th Annual State Convention Knights of Columbus By Francis G. Drouhard, State Deputy scheduled for May 1-3 in Wichita Our State Convention in Wichita many Council Chaplains in cele- Delegates and visitors from 261 Knights of start the final day of the convention on Monday, May is fast approaching and preparation brating Mass with us. Columbus councils across Kansas will gather in 3, at 8 a.m. in the convention center. is under way as the Kansas State Past Supreme Knight Virgil C. Wichita on May 1-3 for the 109th Annual State The final business session will begin Monday Council prepares to celebrate the Dechant will also join us at Convention. The event is being hosted by Council morning following Mass. On the agenda is a wrap-up 109th meeting in Kansas. Few orga- Convention and speak on several #4118 Wichita - Father August Zeller. of reports, announcement of councils earning awards nizations can say they are not only topics. Michael Schuttloffel, A pre-convention golf tournament will be offered in the Pennies from Heaven program, election of surviving, but also growing. This is Executive Director of the Kansas again this year on Friday, April 30. The Four Person State Officers for the 2010-2011 fraternal year, election not just due to the leadership and Catholic Conference, will provide Scramble event will be at the Auburn Hills Golf of delegates to the Supreme Convention in belief in our Order, but it can also an update on legislative matters Course. The Registration deadline is April 24 and the Washington D.C., and selection of the site for the 2013 be attributed to the belief in our and Supreme Council Membership tournament will have a 9:00 a.m. shot-gun start. Kansas State Convention. Catholic faith. The desire to help and Program Coordinator, Benny On Saturday, May 1, the Convention workshops will Convention Mass Schedule our fellow man is in every one of us Viegra, will update us on programs be conducted from 1:00-4:00 p.m. Following the work- The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be celebrated and how we accomplish and fulfill and membership. shops, the Convention Committees will meet at 4 p.m. each day of the 109th Annual State Convention in this inner desire is up to each indi- Our Saturday afternoon work- to receive their assignments for the weekend. During Wichita on May 1-3. vidual. Our fraternity called the shops will feature two very promi- the Saturday evening banquet that starts at 6:30 p.m., Early arrivals to the convention on May 1 may Knights of Columbus gives men the nent speakers as Msgr. Eduardo State Family of the Year, Knight of the Year, Squire of attend the opening Mass at 8 a.m. in Emerald Rooms tools to help our fellow man. When Chavez will speak on the apparition the Year, Counselor of the Year and Circle of the Year 3 and 4 of the Wichita Airport Hilton. The Principal we respond to our Holy Father’s and miracle of Our Lady of honorees will be announced and recognized. Celebrant and Homilist will be Most Rev. James P. challenge to “Follow Me, Help Us Guadalupe and Rev. John Hotze On Sunday, May 2, the activities will begin with the Keleher, Archbishop Emeritus of the Kansas City Build Up The Church”, we acknowl- will speak on the Cause for annual “Pennies Parade” at 7:30 a.m. “Pennies From Archdiocese. Concelebrants will include State edge our responsibility and take an Sainthood of Fr. . Heaven” donations provide financial support for the Chaplain Rev. David J. Metz and other priests. active role in helping each other be At Saturday’s Convention Emergency Disaster Aid Program (EDAP) which is The official Convention Mass will be celebrated at active in our Faith. This was the Banquet, we are honored to have sponsored by the Knights of Columbus in Kansas to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 2 at St. Francis of Assisi vision of our founder, The Michael Jackels as our assist victims of natural disasters. in Wichita. Most Reverend Michael Venerable Fr. Michael J. McGivney, main speaker. We will also intro- A prayer service will be held at 8 a.m. and the O. Jackels, Bishop of the Diocese of Wichita, will be who knew that men, working duce the State Family of the Year, awards presentation will follow at 8:30 a.m. and top- the principal Celebrant and Homilist. Concelebrants together in a Catholic organization, State Knight of the Year, State performing councils across the state will be recog- will include Most Reverend Ronald M. Gilmore, could accomplish any goal. Squire of the Year and recognize nized. Ladies and guests are welcome. Bishop of the Dodge City Diocese, Most Reverend We will be privileged to have six the Circle of the Year and The Ladies’ events begin at 12:00 and will be held Paul S. Coakley, Bishop of the Salina Diocese, Most of Kansas join us at our Counselor of the Year. Sunday while the delegates convene for the Sunday afternoon Reverend Eugene J. Gerber, Bishop Emeritus of the Convention: Bishop Michael O. morning, we will gather for the business meeting at which time the State Officers will Wichita Diocese, Most Reverend George K. Jackels of the Wichita Diocese, Annual Awards Presentation to rec- give their annual reports, resolutions will be Fitzsimons, Bishop Emeritus of the Salina Diocese, Bishop Paul S. Coakley of the ognize those councils and Knights addressed, and time permitting, other business will State Chaplain Rev. David J. Metz and many other Salina Diocese, Bishop Ronald M. that have done an outstanding job be conducted. clergy. Gilmore of the Dodge City Diocese, in programming. The Convention Mass will be at 4:30 p.m. on A Memorial Mass will be celebrated in honor of all Archbishop Emeritus James P. Our Convention is a special time Sunday, May 2 at St. Francis of Assisi Church fol- deceased K of C members at 8 a.m. on Monday, May Keleher of the Kansas City to renew old friendships and make lowed by a BBQ Dinner at 6:15 p.m. at the St. Francis 3, at the Wichita Airport Hilton. Most Reverend Archdiocese, Bishop Emeritus new ones. It’s also a time to share of Assisi gym. The Chaplains’ dinner will be held at 6 Michael O. Jackels, Bishop of the Wichita Diocese, Eugene J. Gerber of the Wichita ideas on programs that made our p.m. Sunday evening at St. Francis of Assisi – St. will be the Principal Celebrant and Most Reverend Diocese and Bishop Emeritus councils successful. I hope every Clare Hall. George K. Fitzsimons of the Salina Diocese will con- George K. Fitzsimons of the Salina council will send delegates to this The Pennies from Heaven Auction and Raffle draw- celebrate and deliver the homily. Concelebrants will Diocese. They will be present at Convention to share, listen and ing will start at 10 p.m. at the convention hotel. include State Chaplain Rev. David J. Metz and other various events throughout the learn. The annual Memorial Mass and May Crowning will clergy. Convention. Bishop Michael At the final business session on Jackels will be the Principal Monday, delegates will finish the Celebrant and Homilist for our work of the Convention, choose the Experts on Our Lady of Guadalupe and Fr. Kapaun to speak at convention Sunday afternoon Convention Mass delegates to the Supreme Two dynamic speakers will be at the Kansas speak. He is the first dean of the Catholic University and he will be joined by Bishop Convention and elect the Knights Knights of Columbus Convention Workshop on Lumen Gentium of the Archdiocese of Mexico, Paul Coakley, Bishop Ronald who will lead the State Council for Saturday, May 1. Due to an anticipated overflow atten- cofounder and dean of the Higher Instutute for Gilmore, Bishop Emeritus Eugene the upcoming fraternal year. I hope dance for this event, tickets are required and will be Guadalupan Studies, and honorary Canon of the Gerber and Bishop Emeritus to see you there! available free to convention registrants upon check-in Guadalupe Basilica. Also speaking will be Fr. John George Fitzsimons as concele- For more information about the and registration at the state convention. Msgr. Hotze, a priest from the Wichita Diocese and the pos- brants. This will be the highlight of Convention, please contact Eduardo Chavez, postulator of the cause for canoniza- tulator for the cause of sainthood for Fr. Emil Kapaun, the Convention when the Bishops of Convention Chairman Mike tion of St. Juan Diego and the foremost expert on the a priest from the Diocese of Wichita who died in a pris- Kansas join with our State Petersen at 316-648-1125. Vivat apparition and miracle of Our Lady of Guadalupe, will oner of war camp in the Korean War. Chaplain Rev. David J. Metz and Jesus. Directors prepare for convention awards ceremony By Scott A. Maurath, State Program Director a Free Throw Championship across the state. was chosen in each district and from these a ber donation in their division. Plaques will The individual program directors and Winners of council contests advanced to the Diocesan winner is chosen for each of the be awarded to the District Deputies whose chairmen have worked hard at promoting district contests and possibly even the region- four dioceses. An overall State winner is cho- districts have raised the most dollars per their programs and are now in the process of al, state, and national competitions. Awards sen from the four Diocesan winners and will member in each of these three program wrapping them up and tallying the results for were given at each contest level. The state be awarded a clock plaque at the convention. areas. The Evangelium Vitae Award will this fraternal year. The top performing coun- competition was March 7 in Salina. Tom has Community Activities Director and again be awarded. This award recognizes a cils and individuals in each programming also been in charge of the alcohol and sub- Commitment to Humanities (Tootsie Roll) council that excels in its work for the Pro Life area will be recognized at the Awards stance abuse poster contest. Certificates will Chairman Dale Weber, Wellington, has com- Cause. If councils qualify, there may be one Ceremony on Sunday morning, May 2, at the be awarded at the convention to winners in piled results from our state-wide program winner from each diocese and the state win- 109th Annual State Convention in Wichita. age groups 8-11 and 12-14. which raised over $333,500. These funds are ner’s council name will be inscribed on a Church Activities Director Vincent Melvin Columbian Squires Chairman Jeremy used to benefit persons with intellectual dis- traveling trophy and receive the honor of dis- III, Topeka, is judging the vocations posters Rabe, Lindsborg, organized the State Squires abilities. Pennies From Heaven Chairman playing this trophy until the next State submitted by children in kindergarten Convention in Wichita - St. Jude , Gary Wondra, Olmitz, will collect the Pennies Convention. through eighth grade as well as a special edu- which was held March 27-28. According to from Heaven donations at the State Council Activities Director and Athletics cation category. Plaques will be awarded to Jeremy, it was a complete success. At the Convention and compile the winners in each Chairman Marcel Braun, Manhattan, has the winners in each of the five age groups State Convention, plaques will be awarded to of ten membership divisions. This year’s goal been overseeing the State Golf and Bowling and the overall winner will be honored with the State Squire of the Year, the State Squires is $75,000. These funds are used to benefit vic- Tournaments. All have been well attended. their winning poster being placed on the back Circle of the Year, and the State Squires tims of natural disasters. Pro-Life Publicity and Fraternal Chairman Greg cover of the 2010-2011 Kansas State Council Counselor of the Year. Chaircouple James and Theresa Pritchard, Lix, Wright, has been working with the dioce- Program and Membership Guide. Diocesan Family Activities Director Daniel Paola, are recording and totaling Pro-Life san judges in choosing the Diocesan Knights winners in each age group will be recognized Wimberly, Wichita, is busy with his commit- Donations that are expected to reach a goal of the Year. From the four Diocesan Winners with special certificates. tee, reading and judging the entries submit- of $240,000. Plaques will be awarded in each the State Winner will be chosen, introduced Youth Activities Director Thomas ted by councils for the State Family of the of the ten membership divisions to the coun- at the state convention and awarded a clock Schmeidler, Derby has been busy organizing Year Award. A District Family of the Year cil who has given the largest dollar per mem- plaque. Chaplain’s Message By Rev. David Metz, State Chaplain

The last article that I wrote for be redeemed.” Thus, all of us need to be attending the Knights-Lite was published As we neared the end of the Mass on Sunday, not just Easter after we had just celebrated the Lenten Season, the Church cele- Sunday, but every Sunday. Christmas Season. Now we find brated the Feast of the The Eucharist is the source and ourselves in the midst of the Easter Annunciation, when the archangel summit of our faith. The Body and Season. I pray that all the readers Gabriel was sent from God to Mary Blood of Christ is our nourishment of this column had a meaningful and announced that she would be for the journey. Many people put Lenten Season and were able to cel- the mother of God’s only Son. That forth a great effort during the Official State Publication -- Kansas State Council, Knights of Columbus -- Spring 2010 ebrate the glorious Solemnity of feast occurred on March 25, which Lenten Season to grow in their faith Easter with mind and heart means that nine months later, we by attending Mass, praying more, renewed. will celebrate our Lord’s birth on spiritual reading, and other works State Deputy’s Message Our Holy Father, Pope Benedict December 25, Christmas. This is a of charity. Hopefully, that growth State winners are, back row, Jace Larson, Thomas Schmeidler, Fr. Roth, State XVI, had this to say about Easter constant reminder that our church did not end when Lent did, but that Deputy Frances Drouhard, Lori Drouhard; middle row, Colton Pitko, Parker 109th Meeting of the Kansas Swanson, Lakin Preisner, Kelsey Ricke, Holly Turner; front, Jayce Dighans, 109th Annual State Convention and the celebration of our Lord’s cycle is continuous. We are called to it will continue through the Easter Clayton Schwarz, Zoe Schultz, and Kayla Underwood. Knights of Columbus Resurrection. “Faith in the resur- remember these great events that Season and beyond. By Francis G. Drouhard, State Deputy rection of Jesus says that there is a show God’s great love for us and As we think about the great Free throw winners announced future for every human being; the the salvation that Jesus won for us events that led to our salvation, we scheduled for May 1-3 in Wichita Our State Convention in Wichita many Council Chaplains in cele- By Thomas Schmeidler their respective age group are: cry for unending life which is a part by His death and resurrection. can truly say everyday, this is the Delegates and visitors from 261 Knights of start the final day of the convention on Monday, May is fast approaching and preparation brating Mass with us. Youth Activities Director boys, Jayce Dighans, Clayton of the person is indeed answered. Maybe you have heard it said day the Lord has made: let us be Columbus councils across Kansas will gather in 3, at 8 a.m. in the convention center. is under way as the Kansas State Past Supreme Knight Virgil C. The Kansas Knights of Columbus Schwarz, Parker Swanson, Colton Through Jesus we do know ‘the that we can celebrate Christmas all glad and rejoice! One commentator Wichita on May 1-3 for the 109th Annual State The final business session will begin Monday Council prepares to celebrate the Dechant will also join us at held its annual Free Throw Pitko, and Jace Larson; in the girls room where exiled love lays down year long because the true meaning writes, “Jesus Christ is risen from Convention. The event is being hosted by Council morning following Mass. On the agenda is a wrap-up 109th meeting in Kansas. Few orga- Convention and speak on several Championships in Salina, at Sacred division, Zoe Schultz, Holly Turner, its victory.’ He himself is this place, of the season is the birth of Christ. the dead! Human language falls #4118 Wichita - Father August Zeller. of reports, announcement of councils earning awards nizations can say they are not only topics. Michael Schuttloffel, Lakin Preisner, Kayla Underwood, and he calls us to be with Him and In turn, we can remember Easter silent before the mystery of resur- Heart Jr/Sr High School on March A pre-convention golf tournament will be offered in the Pennies from Heaven program, election of surviving, but also growing. This is Executive Director of the Kansas and Kelsey Ricke. Opening prayer in dependence on Him. He calls us all year long because it reminds us rection. Only one word remains to 7. Kansas Knights have participated again this year on Friday, April 30. The Four Person State Officers for the 2010-2011 fraternal year, election not just due to the leadership and Catholic Conference, will provide to keep this place open within the that our ultimate goal is Heaven us: Alleluia” (Magnificat, 240). Let in this international event for over was given by Former State Scramble event will be at the Auburn Hills Golf of delegates to the Supreme Convention in belief in our Order, but it can also an update on legislative matters world so that He, the exiled love, and spending eternity with God. us take courage and not be afraid 30 years, which is open to all boys Chaplain Father James Roth. Course. The Registration deadline is April 24 and the Washington D.C., and selection of the site for the 2013 be attributed to the belief in our and Supreme Council Membership may reappear over and over in the Jesus is the first born of the dead because the Lord has broken the and girls, age 10 through 14, in pub- Awards were presented by State tournament will have a 9:00 a.m. shot-gun start. Kansas State Convention. Catholic faith. The desire to help and Program Coordinator, Benny world… God exists: that is the real and he has paved the way for each bonds of sin and death. May we lic, private or parochial schools Deputy Francis Drouhard, his wife On Saturday, May 1, the Convention workshops will Convention Mass Schedule our fellow man is in every one of us Viegra, will update us on programs message of Easter. Anyone who of us. We can even take that a step always keep our focus on Heaven with over 3,100 youths participating. Lori, and Father Roth. A special be conducted from 1:00-4:00 p.m. Following the work- The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be celebrated and how we accomplish and fulfill and membership. even begins to grasp what this further and say that every Sunday and the promise of eternal life. This is a culmination of contests thank you to Doug Mergen, regional shops, the Convention Committees will meet at 4 p.m. each day of the 109th Annual State Convention in this inner desire is up to each indi- Our Saturday afternoon work- means also knows what it means to is a celebration of the resurrection. Vivat Jesus! held in over 180 Kansas councils in chairman, District Deputies and all to receive their assignments for the weekend. During Wichita on May 1-3. vidual. Our fraternity called the shops will feature two very promi- January. The top contestants are of the councils that assisted in orga- the Saturday evening banquet that starts at 6:30 p.m., Early arrivals to the convention on May 1 may Knights of Columbus gives men the nent speakers as Msgr. Eduardo sent to district contests in which 53 nizing the many levels of competi- State Family of the Year, Knight of the Year, Squire of attend the opening Mass at 8 a.m. in Emerald Rooms tools to help our fellow man. When Chavez will speak on the apparition Pennies Program to raise funds districts competed this year. First tion and participation. the Year, Counselor of the Year and Circle of the Year 3 and 4 of the Wichita Airport Hilton. The Principal we respond to our Holy Father’s and miracle of Our Lady of place champions were sent onto The five girl winners and five boy By Gary Wondra, State Pennies Tropical Storm Ketsana and the Bernie Gorges as our auctioneer. I honorees will be announced and recognized. Celebrant and Homilist will be Most Rev. James P. challenge to “Follow Me, Help Us Guadalupe and Rev. John Hotze competitions in six Kansas regional winners’ scores will be submitted to Haiti earthquake. am sure this will be a fun-filled On Sunday, May 2, the activities will begin with the Keleher, Archbishop Emeritus of the Kansas City Build Up The Church”, we acknowl- will speak on the Cause for from Heaven Chairman contests to qualify for the final the Supreme Council in New Haven, Plans are underway to raise evening that everyone will remem- annual “Pennies Parade” at 7:30 a.m. “Pennies From Archdiocese. Concelebrants will include State edge our responsibility and take an Sainthood of Fr. Emil Kapaun. The Pennies from Heaven pro- State Championship. There were 59 for judging in the International $75,000.00 for the Pennies Program ber. Councils that have brought Heaven” donations provide financial support for the Chaplain Rev. David J. Metz and other priests. active role in helping each other be At Saturday’s Convention gram was designed to raise funds young men and women competing Contest. We would like to congratu- during the State Convention. Each items which are sold in the General Emergency Disaster Aid Program (EDAP) which is The official Convention Mass will be celebrated at active in our Faith. This was the Banquet, we are honored to have for the Emergency Disaster Aid for the State Championship in their late all of the winners and say Council across the state is asked to Store or at the Auction will be given sponsored by the Knights of Columbus in Kansas to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 2 at St. Francis of Assisi vision of our founder, The Bishop Michael Jackels as our Program (EDAP). EDAP’s mission respective age group. “Thank You” to their families for assist victims of natural disasters. Catholic Church in Wichita. Most Reverend Michael Venerable Fr. Michael J. McGivney, main speaker. We will also intro- is to provide financial assistance to bring art, crafts, and/or baked credit toward their donation to the The first place state winners in their support. A prayer service will be held at 8 a.m. and the O. Jackels, Bishop of the Diocese of Wichita, will be who knew that men, working duce the State Family of the Year, victims of natural disasters. goods to be sold in the general Pennies From Heaven Program. awards presentation will follow at 8:30 a.m. and top- the principal Celebrant and Homilist. Concelebrants together in a Catholic organization, State Knight of the Year, State Knights across the great state of store. Some items will be chosen to Any council with an item to be con- Knights present donations to Bishops performing councils across the state will be recog- will include Most Reverend Ronald M. Gilmore, could accomplish any goal. Squire of the Year and recognize Kansas should be commended for be auctioned at the Convention sidered for the auction is asked to The State Officers of the Kansas Knights of Columbus met with the nized. Ladies and guests are welcome. Bishop of the Dodge City Diocese, Most Reverend We will be privileged to have six the Circle of the Year and their generous donations that were Mixer Sunday evening. Once again, contact Gary Wondra (620)786-4901. Kansas Catholic Conference in Topeka on February 1 along with the The Ladies’ events begin at 12:00 and will be held Paul S. Coakley, Bishop of the Salina Diocese, Most Bishops of Kansas join us at our Counselor of the Year. Sunday received to help the victims of we will have the privilege of Father The Annual Pennies from Heaven Bishops of Kansas to inform them of the accomplishments the Knights while the delegates convene for the Sunday afternoon Reverend Eugene J. Gerber, Bishop Emeritus of the Convention: Bishop Michael O. morning, we will gather for the Parade is scheduled to take place have accomplished over the past year. They gave a generous donation to business meeting at which time the State Officers will Wichita Diocese, Most Reverend George K. Jackels of the Wichita Diocese, Annual Awards Presentation to rec- during the Convention. Councils each of the Bishops of Kansas for Catholic Education in their Dioceses. A give their annual reports, resolutions will be Fitzsimons, Bishop Emeritus of the Salina Diocese, Bishop Paul S. Coakley of the ognize those councils and Knights Stand Up and Be Counted have been working hard throughout donation was also made to the Kansas Catholic Conference for their work. addressed, and time permitting, other business will State Chaplain Rev. David J. Metz and many other Salina Diocese, Bishop Ronald M. that have done an outstanding job By Gary L. Hoppe, State Membership Director the year raising funds in order to be conducted. clergy. Gilmore of the Dodge City Diocese, in programming. As we move down the paths of our lives, there are moments that define support this program. Be sure to Tootsie Roll Drive benefits many The Convention Mass will be at 4:30 p.m. on A Memorial Mass will be celebrated in honor of all Archbishop Emeritus James P. Our Convention is a special time us and become indelible parts of our memories. It could be a wedding, the stop by the general store and check Dale Weber, Commitment to Humanities Chairman and Community Sunday, May 2 at St. Francis of Assisi Church fol- deceased K of C members at 8 a.m. on Monday, May Keleher of the Kansas City to renew old friendships and make birth of a child, the passing of a loved one, or something as simple as a out our raffle items. Plaques will be Activities Director, announced that Knights of Columbus Councils in lowed by a BBQ Dinner at 6:15 p.m. at the St. Francis 3, at the Wichita Airport Hilton. Most Reverend Archdiocese, Bishop Emeritus new ones. It’s also a time to share sunset. These are the experiences that add up to become the sum of our awarded to the council with the Kansas donated $333,892 for the 2009-2010 Tootsie Roll Drive. This drive of Assisi gym. The Chaplains’ dinner will be held at 6 Michael O. Jackels, Bishop of the Wichita Diocese, Eugene J. Gerber of the Wichita ideas on programs that made our lifetime’s experience. highest dollar-per-member in each included participation of 241 Councils. As in previous years, 80% of the p.m. Sunday evening at St. Francis of Assisi – St. will be the Principal Celebrant and Most Reverend Diocese and Bishop Emeritus councils successful. I hope every As a good Catholic layman, I am sure you realize how important it is for division and to the District Deputy Clare Hall. George K. Fitzsimons of the Salina Diocese will con- George K. Fitzsimons of the Salina council will send delegates to this Christians to step up and support worthy causes such as people with intel- with the highest dollar-per-member money is distributed by local councils to aid organizations that assist The Pennies from Heaven Auction and Raffle draw- celebrate and deliver the homily. Concelebrants will Diocese. They will be present at Convention to share, listen and lectual disabilities, provide assistance to victims of natural disasters, sup- per district. All councils that par- persons with Intellectual Disabilities. The other 20% is used to fund ing will start at 10 p.m. at the convention hotel. include State Chaplain Rev. David J. Metz and other various events throughout the learn. port seminarians and other religious both financially and spiritually, and ticipate in the program will receive the Special Olympics Basketball Tournament, and to assist the The annual Memorial Mass and May Crowning will clergy. Convention. Bishop Michael At the final business session on the Pro-Life cause, just to name a few. If you were to make a major effort a certificate. Bishops in Kansas in Catholic instruction for those Catholics with Jackels will be the Principal Monday, delegates will finish the to support these worthy causes as an individual, it would be very difficult I would like to thank all of the Intellectual Disabilities. Also the Supreme Council will issue a check Celebrant and Homilist for our work of the Convention, choose the to make much of a difference. However, if you were to join forces with over councils that have donated thus far for $6,500 to pass on to Kansas Special Olympics. This is due to Kansas Experts on Our Lady of Guadalupe and Fr. Kapaun to speak at convention Sunday afternoon Convention Mass delegates to the Supreme 36,000 other Catholic individuals in the state of Kansas, together you could and I am confident that with the State Councils submitting the Partnership Profile Report form #4584. Two dynamic speakers will be at the Kansas speak. He is the first dean of the Catholic University and he will be joined by Bishop Convention and elect the Knights make a major impact. generosity of all Knights across This represents a 38% increase from last year. Special thanks go out Knights of Columbus Convention Workshop on Lumen Gentium of the Archdiocese of Mexico, Paul Coakley, Bishop Ronald who will lead the State Council for The Knights of Columbus in the State of Kansas is the organization Kansas, we will be very successful to all councils for the tremendous support this year. Saturday, May 1. Due to an anticipated overflow atten- cofounder and dean of the Higher Instutute for Gilmore, Bishop Emeritus Eugene the upcoming fraternal year. I hope which you could join and with little effort, be a part of this major impact. in our fundraising efforts at the The Special Olympics Basketball Tournament was held in Hays dance for this event, tickets are required and will be Guadalupan Studies, and honorary Canon of the Gerber and Bishop Emeritus to see you there! The only way the Knights of Columbus can work is with you. You need to State Convention. I hope to see you March 18-20. This year, the State Council contributed $24,000 to Special available free to convention registrants upon check-in Guadalupe Basilica. Also speaking will be Fr. John George Fitzsimons as concele- For more information about the step forward and be of service to the church and the community. As our there! Olympics of Kansas for this program. and registration at the state convention. Msgr. Hotze, a priest from the Wichita Diocese and the pos- brants. This will be the highlight of Convention, please contact Worthy State Chaplain, Fr. David Metz says: Being a Knight of Columbus Eduardo Chavez, postulator of the cause for canoniza- tulator for the cause of sainthood for Fr. Emil Kapaun, Councils to hold elections the Convention when the Bishops of Convention Chairman Mike can be a tremendous blessing to those who say “YES”. Participation in the tion of St. Juan Diego and the foremost expert on the a priest from the Diocese of Wichita who died in a pris- By Mark Roth, State Secretary When your council has chosen Kansas join with our State Petersen at 316-648-1125. Vivat many programs can help a Catholic man better live out his Catholic faith apparition and miracle of Our Lady of Guadalupe, will oner of war camp in the Korean War. The time has come once again its new leaders, form #185 Report Chaplain Rev. David J. Metz and Jesus. and even become a better husband and father. Knight’s-Lite for your council to elect its lead- of Officers Chosen, should be In the state of Kansas alone the Knights of Columbus, through our annu- The Knight’s-Lite is the offi- ers for the upcoming year. It has completed and mailed to the Directors prepare for convention awards ceremony al Tootsie Roll Drive raised $334,000, last year the Pennies From Heaven cial publication of the Kansas program raised $72,000, councils pledged over $209,000 in the Adopt-A- State Council of the Knights of been a tradition to hold these Supreme Council, State Deputy By Scott A. Maurath, State Program Director a Free Throw Championship across the state. was chosen in each district and from these a ber donation in their division. Plaques will Seminarian Program, and nearly $232,000 was donated last year by coun- Columbus. It is published four elections in April or early May. and District Deputy. This will The individual program directors and Winners of council contests advanced to the Diocesan winner is chosen for each of the be awarded to the District Deputies whose cils for Pro-Life. All of these programs supported the aforementioned caus- times during the 2009-2010 fra- This allows time for the State greatly help the incoming offi- ternal year in the Catholic news- chairmen have worked hard at promoting district contests and possibly even the region- four dioceses. An overall State winner is cho- districts have raised the most dollars per es this past year. Secretary to prepare the Official cers by getting them all the infor- papers of Kansas. their programs and are now in the process of al, state, and national competitions. Awards sen from the four Diocesan winners and will member in each of these three program There is a place in the Knights of Columbus for every qualified man, State Directory for the upcoming mation essential for a successful State Deputy wrapping them up and tallying the results for were given at each contest level. The state be awarded a clock plaque at the convention. areas. The Evangelium Vitae Award will whether he has a huge amount of time to volunteer or only a couple of fraternal year. year. this fraternal year. The top performing coun- competition was March 7 in Salina. Tom has Community Activities Director and again be awarded. This award recognizes a Francis G. Drouhard, Danville hours a year. Regardless of what your interests are, the Order has some- State Chaplain cils and individuals in each programming also been in charge of the alcohol and sub- Commitment to Humanities (Tootsie Roll) council that excels in its work for the Pro Life thing to offer you. Even with a minimal commitment, you can be an Pro-Life programs continue area will be recognized at the Awards stance abuse poster contest. Certificates will Chairman Dale Weber, Wellington, has com- Cause. If councils qualify, there may be one Rev. David Metz, Hanover important part of a council, and reap the benefits of what membership in Immediate Past State Deputy By James and Theresa Pritchard, Pro-Life Chair Couple Ceremony on Sunday morning, May 2, at the be awarded at the convention to winners in piled results from our state-wide program winner from each diocese and the state win- the Knights of Columbus has to offer you and your family. Donald L. Wagner, Olathe Many Knights of Columbus councils have been busy over the years 109th Annual State Convention in Wichita. age groups 8-11 and 12-14. which raised over $333,500. These funds are ner’s council name will be inscribed on a You know you have always wondered what exactly it would be like to be State Secretary putting up memorials and road signs to remind people to pray for the Church Activities Director Vincent Melvin Columbian Squires Chairman Jeremy used to benefit persons with intellectual dis- traveling trophy and receive the honor of dis- a member, and there is no better time than the present to join our volun- Mark W. Roth, Liberal unborn. These memorials and road signs are a good reminder to everyone III, Topeka, is judging the vocations posters Rabe, Lindsborg, organized the State Squires abilities. Pennies From Heaven Chairman playing this trophy until the next State teer efforts and be counted as a Knight of Columbus. State Treasurer who passes them that we need to pray constantly for the protection of all submitted by children in kindergarten Convention in Wichita - St. Jude Parish, Gary Wondra, Olmitz, will collect the Pennies Convention. Won’t you join us? Ron Zishka, Leavenworth human life. The memorials are often put in places where one can go to through eighth grade as well as a special edu- which was held March 27-28. According to from Heaven donations at the State Council Activities Director and Athletics State Advocate reflect, pray or possibly even grieve. Some serve as an aid in the healing cation category. Plaques will be awarded to Jeremy, it was a complete success. At the Convention and compile the winners in each Chairman Marcel Braun, Manhattan, has JOIN US!!!!! The Kansas Knights of Columbus Mike Baxa, Belleville process, for those who have had or have somehow been involved with an the winners in each of the five age groups State Convention, plaques will be awarded to of ten membership divisions. This year’s goal been overseeing the State Golf and Bowling A Catholic Fraternal Family Organization State Warden abortion. With all the rosaries being prayed and efforts to inform people and the overall winner will be honored with the State Squire of the Year, the State Squires is $75,000. These funds are used to benefit vic- Tournaments. All have been well attended. Name______Patrick D. Winchester, LeCompton of the pro-life projects, many lives will be saved. The memorials and road their winning poster being placed on the back Circle of the Year, and the State Squires tims of natural disasters. Pro-Life Publicity and Fraternal Chairman Greg Address______Knight’s-Lite signs are very worthwhile projects for your councils to consider if you have cover of the 2010-2011 Kansas State Council Counselor of the Year. Chaircouple James and Theresa Pritchard, Lix, Wright, has been working with the dioce- City______St______Zip______PO Box 60 not already done so. “The state or a person can never justify the inten- Program and Membership Guide. Diocesan Family Activities Director Daniel Paola, are recording and totaling Pro-Life san judges in choosing the Diocesan Knights Phone Number______La Crosse KS 67548 tional killing of an innocent born or pre-born human in existence at winners in each age group will be recognized Wimberly, Wichita, is busy with his commit- Donations that are expected to reach a goal of the Year. From the four Diocesan Winners Send to or for more information contact: Gary L. Hoppe, 785-222-3638 or 222-2555 fertilization. No exception! No compromise!” Please keep up your efforts with special certificates. tee, reading and judging the entries submit- of $240,000. Plaques will be awarded in each the State Winner will be chosen, introduced Membership Director, 10125 W. May, Wichita KS 67209 316-722- Fax 785-222-2557 and prayers for an end to this holocaust. Do everything in your power to Youth Activities Director Thomas ted by councils for the State Family of the of the ten membership divisions to the coun- at the state convention and awarded a clock Email [email protected] 4008 or 316-304-9263 [email protected] help stop abortion in our state. Schmeidler, Derby has been busy organizing Year Award. A District Family of the Year cil who has given the largest dollar per mem- plaque.