Special Notes regarding the Meeting Minutes

In an effort to make the minutes more concise and accurate, the contact information for officers, directors and chairmen are replaced by a link where their email and phone are provided along with a description of their position.  Team leads’ that are not officers, directors or chairmen have their contact information listed in a table at the end of the minutes.

Call to Order: Grand Knight Greg Peters: March 24, 2026, 7:20pm

·         Total in attendance: 41 Brothers

·         Officers Attendance Report: End of this report

Burning candle memorial: Deputy Grand Knight Ron White

·         For the Canonization of Blessed Michael McGivney.

·         For the repose of the soul of Brian Browning, brother of our Chancellor Joe Browning; Geradine Arias, sister-in-law of Financial Secretary Cary Newman; Sandra Bonisese, requested by treasurer Bud Tascone.

Opening Prayer: Hail Mary led by Father Cesar

Pledge of Allegiance: All

Special Guests:  None

Visitors: None

Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting: A motion was made, and seconded, to approve the February Meeting Minutes. There was no discussion on the motion and the Minutes were approved unanimously.

Financial Reports:

·         Treasurer Report: Treasurer Bud Tascone

·         Financial Secretary Report: given by the GK as Financial Secretary was excused

·         Dues-191 members have paid.  Still working the final status of 10 members.

·         Superbowl raffle- $830 to General Fund.

·         Kitchen crew- $1,397 so far this year profit.

·         Draft 2026-2027 budget being worked.  Get with Cary if you need anything in it.

Chaplain Report:  Father Cesar read the Chaplain’s Supreme Challenge to the Council.

·         March 2026 Supreme Chaplain's Monthly Challenge

·         So Thomas, called Didymus, said to his fellow disciples, “Let us also go to die with him.” (Gospel for March 22, Jn 11:16) Look at the bravery of Thomas! Jesus had just announced his intention to travel to Judea, where he had narrowly escaped getting stoned to death. Given the potential danger ahead, Thomas seems prepared for martyrdom. Later, of course, he and the other disciples would flee as Jesus was arrested, and Thomas would doubt reports of Jesus’ resurrection. As fallible humans, our strength and resolve sometimes collapse into weakness. May we always seek the courage to follow Jesus faithfully, even when the going gets tough.

·         Challenge by Supreme Chaplain Archbishop William E. Lori: This month, as we continue through Lent, I challenge you to pray the Stations of the Cross each week — in your parish community, with your family or individually — with the intention of receiving the courage to suffer for Christ. A good resource is the Catholic Information Service booklet The Way of the Cross: Traditional and Modern Meditations (kofc.org/shopcis).

·         Questions for Reflection: Are you a good disciple of Christ? How can being a Knight of Columbus help prepare you to take up your cross and follow him? Are you willing to suffer for your faith if called upon?

Membership Report: Given by the GK.

·         Announced that Andrew Duzart will be the new Membership Director starting next month.

·         We currently have 201 members. We have a 3 Anglo and 5 Latino potentials to meet our annual goal. The next membership drive will be May 15-17. Our new Membership Director lead the drive.

Programs Reports: Program Director Larry Greer gave the full report for all groups.

·         Faith Director Report: Faith Director John Clyatt

·         COR (Heart) Program – COR continues to meet the Wednesdays of each month from 7 to 8:30pm in the John Henry Newman room. Continuing the Lenten study from The St. Paul Center..  Resumes ApriI 8. Those wishing to join, contact John Clyatt.

·         Quarterly Knights Mass - We need at least Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMoHC) for each Mass. Whichever Mass you regularly attend, please consider becoming an EMoHC.  We also need more readers and ushers.  If you are willing to step up, let us know.  All are encouraged to attend wearing your council name badges and/or shirts to support the many Knights who will participate as Ushers, Greeters, EMoHCs, Readers, and choir members. Our Latino brothers took the 1st Quarter. Points of contact for this effort are Mike Krawcyzk and Miguel Saldana.

·         Lenten Dinners - Last one March 27 from 5-6pm in the social hall followed by Stations of the Cross at 6:30pm.

·         Via Cruses- Stations of the Cross at St Stanislaus March 27 at 12:00pm

·         Family Director Report: Family Director John Danchisko

·         Faith in Films Series (Movie night) April 11 - Risen- Roman military tribune Clavius (Joseph Fiennes) remains set in his ways after serving 25 years in the army. He arrives at a crossroad when he's tasked to investigate the mystery of what happened to Jesus (Cliff Curtis) following the Crucifixion. Accompanied by trusted aide Lucius (Tom Felton), his quest to disprove rumors of a risen Messiah makes him question his own beliefs and spirituality. As his journey takes him to places never dreamed of, Clavius discovers the truth that he's been seeking.
Next film is May 9 - A Time for Miracles, St. Elizabeth Seton. Joe D’Alessandro welcomes any suggestions of films to screen. For any questions/comments or to volunteer, reach out to Joe D’Alessandro.

·         Nominations each month for Family of the Month and Knight of the Month - Send to John Danchisko and copy Larry Greer.

·         Community Director Report: Community Director Ray Repage

·         Knight’s Breakfast is co-chaired Joe D’Alessandro, Ray Repage and Bob Stevens, and mentored by George Schadt. Next breakfast  June 14 (Father’s Day) and all breakfasts starts after the 9:30am Mass.  Help is needed for grill, hot table serving, beverage table serving, set up and clean up. Contact Joe D’Alessandro.

·         Habitat for Humanity home build: April 18 is the next date and doing landscaping.  Anyone 14 and older can participate. Contact is Ron White if interested in helping. See Signups on website.

·         Sleep In Heavenly Peace is a national program that builds beds for needy children.  The local chapter’s website is https://shpbeds.org/chapter/nc-wilmington/.  Watch this video to get a taste for the program.  POC is Greg Decker.

·         Fish Fry for Lent was on March 20. We served 130 and netted ~$666.

·         Wilmington Marathon – The marathon organizers gifted us $750 for our rstaffing Aid Station #1.  We had 19 volunteers this year.

·         Life Director Report: Life Director Michael Breit

·         Prayer vigil supporting Life: A reminder of Wednesday's vigil from 9–10am at the corner of 16th Street and Hospital Plaza Drive. It lasts about an hour.  We could always use more support for this life-saving cause. Contact is Larry Greer.

·         LAMB: Chairman Tim Niggel

·         You can now go to our website and directly contribute to LAMB. Funds are used to support Special Olympics and programs for students and adults with disabilities. I’ll bet you always wondered what’s the story behind the Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll drive.  Here is the answer.

·         At end of the meeting the LAMB checks were handed out-From: Alderman- Ashley Gaglliardi; College Park- Alexis Patterson; Winter Park- Khaley, Becky and Amie; Wrightsboro- Wesley; Access Wilmington- Paula Crozier; CTRP- Kim Nigel; Special Olympics- Jonathan Batts; Trask Middle School- Schala Harper.  Each gave wonderful stories on the impact the funds will have. 

·         Knights on Call: Chairman Mike Alexander

·         Program to help others.  If you want to join this group or if help is needed, send your info to Mike and he will send e mail out looking for volunteers. These efforts are to help parishioners with short term, easy projects and not long-term requirements. YTD – 26.5 hours. Thank you for your dedication to helping others. 

Fourth Degree Report: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

·         Monthly meetings are the third Tuesday at 7pm.  Location is being rotated among parishes.  Go to the Fourth Degree website for details.    Next meeting is April 21 at 7:00pm at St. Mark Parish Hall.

·         We exemplified 13 new Sir Knights on Saturday, March 21, at All Saints Catholic Church in Hampstead. 

·         Passing of the Colors at St. Mark School and St. Mary School will be in May or June.  More info coming.

Fraternity:

·         Bocce Ball - Mike Alexander is lead; contact Mike if you would like to join the team.  No experience needed. Bocce practice has begun at Empie Park every Wednesday at 10:00am. Open to all knights.

·         Golf Tournament - The annual tournament is April 13 and will be at Castle Bay. The play begins with registration and snacks at 8:00 and proceeds onto a shotgun start by 9:00. Snacks and refreshments will be available throughout play with lunch (BBQ & Chicken) and awards following immediately after play. Please sign up to play. See Golf Outing for details. Also need set up help- contact Greg Decker.

·         St Patrick’s Day Dinner Dance - The event on March 14 had 70 participants, 40 volunteers and netted $1,310.

Latino Roundtable:  GK Peters reported.

·         The Latino Roundtable meets on the 2nd & 4th Thursdays of each month in the Juan Diego Room from 7-8:30pm. The roundtable currently has 15 members, they have three men interested in membership and have set a goal of 10 new members for 2026. Brother Diaz had to resign as lead due to work and Brother Martinez is stepping up to replace him.  They have proposed a car wash April 12 after the 9:30, 11:30 and 1:30 Masses; and a Cinco de Mayo taco lunch after same Masses that week.  Waiting on approval and more info will be sent out. 

Unfinished Business: Any motion tabled from the prior meeting. 

·         None

New Business:  

·         Final Four Pool - After years of false starts, the council launched a NCAA basketball pool – starting this year with a Final Four pool..  Similar to the Superbowl Pool, blocks are $10 with payouts for the three games of $125, $125 and $250. Contact Fran Riley or Greg Decker.

·         Mother Day Flowers- Michael Brouillette is organizing again this year and will need help (2 at each service) handing them out.  See Signups on website.

·         St Mark approached us about selling hot dogs and popcorn for the St Mark Parish weekend  April 16 & 17- There was discussion, a motion, discussion on the motion, then vote and it was not approved due to too many other events around this time in April and also St Mark can have the youth group run this event.   

Miscellaneous: None

Grand Knight’s Report: GK Greg Peters

·         Previously discussed under Program Director Report and New Business

Good of the Order:

·         Family of the Month – We were notified that Sam and Cheryl Melton were selected as the Supreme Council’s Family of the month and was congratulated.

·         Knight of the Month –none given.

·         Worthy Lecturer SK Miguel Saldano discussed the Home Enthronement effort and how to sign up.

Prayers for Brothers in Need:

·         Names in the Prayers Book plus Father Greg Spencer, Brothers Joe Hellmann.

Next Meeting: April 28 at 7:15pm

Closing Prayer: Our Father by Father Cesar.

Meeting Adjourned:  8:00pm

Minutes completed by Recorder:  Sean Murphy