As we begin 2012, I hope that
everyone had a very Merry and Blessed Christmas and was surrounded with many friends and family members. I wish to thank the Retired Knights and Members of the Ladies Auxiliary who did such a fantastic job of
decorating the Halls and our Christmas trees. Everything looked grand and all
was ready for our first meeting in December when Fr. Trapani blessed our Nativity scene, we lit up our Christmas tree, and
we were entertained by the Romeos, Johanna Hearney and her friend. Further thanks to Gail and Charlie Shami for contributing
a new tree and decorations for the Pollini Room. This new tree is certainly a
big improvement over the old one.
The Ladies Auxiliary’s
Christmas Party was fantastic and the Ladies who worked on the committee did a great job.
I know everyone had a grand time. My thanks go out to the Ladies for all
their help and support that they give to the Council throughout the year.
The Exceptional Children’s
Christmas party, which was hosted by Joe Ryzak and included a visit from Santa, was well attended. Thank you to everyone who
helped with the set-up, cooking in the kitchen and serving these very special and deserving people. Anyone who helped out at this year’s party or in past years has truly witnessed the meaning of the
Knights of Columbus.
That same evening, was the Members’
Christmas party, which although had a light turnout, was a lot of fun. I want
to thank the Warden and the Guards for running such a splendid event. The food
was delicious and the entertainment was excellent and even included a visit from our resident Santa.
The following day was the Members
Children’s Christmas Party which was hosted by Sal and Heather Calamia. The
Children who attended were entertained with music and games, a craft table, fine food and a visit from Santa. We certainly do keep the Man in red busy.
I had the pleasure of attending
the Retired Knights Christmas party two days latter and had an opportunity to thank these men who work so hard throughout
the year for the Council. I don’t know what we would
do without them.
Finally, came Christmas Day, when
we celebrated the greatest of all celebrations, the Birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Lastly, I want to wish all my
Brother Knights a Happy and Blessed New Year and one filled with health and prosperity.
It has been a true honor and pleasure to have been your Grand Knight for the past eighteen months. It has certainly been a wonderful and rewarding experience.
As always, God bless America and our Council and may all our troops overseas be
home safely for the holidays in 2012.
