Regarding the recent passing of Brother Nicholas Colangelo...
I am the nephew of Nicholas Colangelo who sadly passed away last week on June 27th. 

I would like to thank all of the Knights who came to the calling hours and funeral services for my uncle, as well as the Knights of Columbus Council #246 in general. 

The presence of the Knights really showed the respect given to a fellow member, and the principle of what the Knights really stand for. 

Once again, on behalf of Nick's family and I, we want to extend our gratitude and appreciation for the respect the Knights of Columbus extended to my beloved Uncle Nick.  He will truly and forever be missed. 

Sincerely,

Anthony R. D'Ambrosi

From Wendell Neugebauer...
SUCCESS!  As a faith promotion project, Dr. Otward Mueller of Ballston Lake and I have donated a copy of the Catechism of the Catholic Church to each member of the graduating class at Saratoga Catholic Central High School. On May 20th, we visited the school and Principal Signor called the senior class together in the gym. There we explained that the catechism contains the rules for living your life according to the teachings of the Catholic Church, and handed out the books. Most of the students will be going on to college and will be faced with many moral challenges. Our hope is that the catechism will serve them as a steadfast guide.

It is our plan to do this at all the Catholic high schools in the area, but even at the low wholesale cost of $4.50 per catechism, this becomes a costly project.  Perhaps the various K of C councils in the Capital District will consider financial support or sponsor a catechism distribution at their local Catholic high school.

The need for us to actively support the teaching of our faith was clearly expressed by Pope Benedict XVI in his address to Catholic Educators, Catholic University of America, on April 17, 2008:

“This sacrifice continues today. It is an outstanding apostolate of hope, seeking to address the material, intellectual and spiritual needs of over three million children and students. It also provides a highly commendable opportunity for the entire Catholic community to contribute generously to the financial needs of our institutions. Their long-term sustainability must be assured. Indeed, everything possible must be done, in cooperation with the wider community, to ensure that they are accessible to people of all social and economic strata. No child should be denied his or her right to an education in faith, which in turn nurtures the soul of a nation.”

Thank you for you invitation to Old Timers night, Past Grand Knights night and past Faithful Navigators night. I will not return to Saratoga until the end of June, thus I will miss these wonderful events. Thanks again for the invite.   Sincerely, Ted Butler

Brother Bill Staudinger Writes...

Regarding “Pray For The Sick.” Please remove my name from this area as I am now doing fine, thanks for all the prayers from all the members of Council #246. Your website is wonderful to keep in touch. God bless, Bill

Bishop Lori’s article in Columbia magazine centers on the beginning of the Creed, “I believe in God the Father Almighty, Creatorof heaven and earth”. Again, this month there are so many ways to go, so I selected “God the Father Almighty”. God reveals Himself as the mighty one “to whom nothing is impossible” (Luke 1:37).His creation of the world was done out of love. His love for humanity is shown by Him sending His Son, Jesus, as our Redeemer,and by the forgiveness of sins. The Church directs her prayers to the “Almighty and Eternal God”. In Latin, omnipotens sempiterne Deus.

There was a record crowd at the Prayer Rally on May 13, with fourmembers from our council. Some good speakers, the Rosary, and patriotic songs were on the agenda. After the rally, many went to the Senate and Assembly chambers to talk to politicians about sensitivesubjects like abortion, same-sex marriage, embryonic stem cell research, to name a few. If the voters do not express their opinions vehemently, I’m afraid New York State will be on a dangerous immoral path.

There were 18 knights at the Rosary on April 5. A good crowd, but more would be better. Come join us in June.

 —Deacon Bill Gaul

The month of June will be my last as your Faithful Navigator. I want you to know that I was very honored to have been your FN for these past two years. I want to thank everyone for the support and the help that I received, especially for making the exemplification an outstanding event.

I pledge my support and help to your new FN, Frank Scarpinato. Let us all join in with Frank and have a very successful year.

Again, thank you, and may God bless you all.

Pray for the Sick
Please pray for Jim Campbell, John Rose, Bill Boyle, Edward J. Connors, Jr., Ron Breen, Lou Agosta, Jack Whalen, Tony Di-Donna, and John Wilbur.

Pray for the safety of Brother Dave Mendez and his companions stationed in Kuwait. Remember our brother, Rev. Colin O’Rourke, who passed to a better life last month. May he rest in peace.  

Financial Secretary's Report

Changes in Roster
Council #246 expresses their condolences to the family of Rev. Colin O'Rourke who passed away on May 6, 2008.

The Council would like to welcome two members whose transfer papers are presently being processed by Supreme: James A. Fauci from Endicott, NY and Dominic R. Tringali from Rocky Point, NY.

Current Roster as of 5/21/08 - 455, Associate and Insurance - 321, Honorary Life - 90, Honorary - 20, Inactive - 24.

Announcements

The Council will be hosting its annual Past Grand Knights and Past Faithful Navigators Dinner on June 16, 2008 at 6:30PM. In addition, the Council will thank the many volunteers as an "Appreciation Night" for their valuable time the same evening. All members of Council #246 are invited to attend with their spouse. Dinner will precede the awards ceremony.

Fri. July 4 - Congress Park, Concession volunteers needed

Mon. July 7 - Rosary, 6:30 PM at K of C home

Thu. July 10 - Valley Cats Baseball game, 7 p.m.   ...more

Sun. July 20 - Open House at the Flat Track, volunteers needed

Tue. July 29 - Giants Training Camp Day

Mon. Aug. 4 - Rosary, 6:30 PM at K of C home

Sun. Aug. 10 - Fr. Tracy Dinner, at K of C home

Mon. Sept. 8 - Meeting, all members, 7:30 p.m. Rosary

Complete Events Schedule...   ...more

2008 Dues

As of 5/21/08, 28 members have yet to pay their 2008 dues. Four notices have been mailed: 1st Notice, 2nd Notice, Knight Alert and Notice to Suspend over a period of 5 months. The 1845's which are the "Notice to Suspend" papers are being processed to be forwarded to Supreme. If anyone of the delinquent members have any issues in regard to payment, please contact me immediately.

Enjoy the Summer.