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: April 28, 2026, 7:10pm

·         Total in attendance: 39 Brothers

·         Officers Attendance Report: End of this report

Burning candle memorial: Deputy Grand Knight Ron White

·         For the Canonization of Blessed Michael McGivney.

Opening Prayer: Hail Mary led by Father Cesar Torres Martinez

Pledge of Allegiance: All

Special Guests:  Marty Yakimovich - Field Agent who Later in the meeting discussed his handout on “My Check List” giving us an excellent checklist related to end-of-life things we need to think about now.  It was greatly appreciated and the council learned a lot. 

Visitors: Romanus Kloss, a First Degree knight wishing to affiliate. His membership has lapsed so will need restitution.

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:  Financial Secretary Cary Newman  

·         The monthly donations by the council were reviewed.

·         Budget work: April 28:  First draft review with WGK and DGK 2. May 1:  Issue to Officers for their review.  This will include some explanation.  May 12:  Board discussion of budget.  June 9:  Second draft to Board.  June 23:  Officer Installation so no Council meeting.  July 14:  Final Draft review with Board.  July 28:  First Council presentation and Discussion.  August 25:  Second and last Council Vote.

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

·         March 2026 Supreme Chaplain's Monthly Challenge

·         Then the two recounted what had taken place on the way and how he was made known to them in the breaking of the bread. (Gospel for April 19, Lk 24:35) The disciples on the road to Emmaus did not recognize Jesus until the breaking of the bread. Jesus promised he would be with us always, and the Eucharist is his fulfillment of that promise. We encounter his presence most profoundly in the Eucharist, where he is truly present — body, blood, soul, and divinity — under the appearance of bread and wine. The disciples’ experience on the road to Emmaus was no ordinary meal, but an encounter with Christ, who invites us, too, to enter into communion with him through the Eucharist. 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, I challenge you to remain in prayer and adoration for several minutes after Mass to grow in awareness of Christ’s true presence in the Eucharist.

·         Questions for Reflection: Do you fully realize it is the true body and blood of Christ that you receive in the Eucharist? Do you habitually pray in thanksgiving after Communion for this immeasurable gift? Do you consistently participate in Mass on Sundays and holy days? Do you make an effort to attend more frequently, so that you might avail yourself of the graces of this great sacrament?

Membership Report: Membership Director Andrew Duzant

·         We currently have 199 members.

·         The next membership drive will be May 15-17. Our new Membership Director lead the drive.  We need more help at the masses.  See Signupson our website.

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. Current study is using the book “Come and See: Exile and Return”. You can join anytime.  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 badge and/or shirt to support the many Knights who will participate as Ushers, Greeters, EMoHCs, Readers, and choir members. Next Mass TBD. Points of contact for this effort are Mike Krawcyzk and Miguel Saldana.

·         Family Director Report: Family Director John Danchisko

·         Faith in Films Series (Movie night) 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.

·         Mother Day Flowers- May 9-10 Michael Brouillette is organizing again this year and will need help (2 at each service) handing them out after the masses. See Signups on website.

·         Nominations each month for Family of the Month and Knight of the Month - Send to John Danchisko and copy Larry Greer. We really need help with the Family of the month for the next few months.

·         Community Director Report: Community Director Ray Repage

·         Knight’s Breakfast is co-chaired DGK Ron White, Joe Browning, Ray Repage and Bob Stevens, and mentored by George Schadt. Next breakfast is June 21 (Father’s Day) and all breakfasts start 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: Next event TBD.  Anyone 14 and older can participate. Contact is Ron White if interested in helping.

·         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.  Next event TBD. Point of Contact is Greg Decker.

·         Latino Roundtable - Cinco de Mayo Taco Fundraiser May 3 after the 9:30, 11:30 & 1:30 Masses.  Please participate to help our Brothers.

·         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.

·         Run for The Roses 2026 This is the fifth anniversary of this fundraiser which supports the Coastal Therapeutic Riding Program.  May 2 from 4-8pm.   8120 Sidbury Rd Wilmington, NC 28411 Here is the link to the details, always an amazing fun event: https://coastalriding.networkforgood.com/events/99073-run-for-the-roses-2026-the-fifth-anniversary

·         There will be another Magic Show. Date TBD but probably mid or late July.  More to come.  Knights loved the show last year and it was great support to LAMB.

·         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 – 47.5 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 May 19 at 7:00pm at St. Mark Parish Hall.

·         Election of Officers for 2026-2027 Fraternal Year will be at the May meeting.

·         Memorial Day Wilmington National Cemetery “Laying of the Wreath” May 25, 11:00am

·         Passing of the Colors at St. Mark Catholic School will be May 8, 8:15am.  St. Mary CatholicSchool TBD.

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.

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.

Unfinished Business: Any motion tabled from the prior meeting. 

·         None

New Business:  

·         New proposed Officers below.  These were read to the council. No additional candidates came forward.  

Miscellaneous: The purchase of the statues of Mary and Joseph for the church is moving forward.

Grand Knight’s Report: GK Greg Peters

·         Previously discussed under Program Director Report and New Business.

Good of the Order:

·         Family of the Month – The Jack Cook Family and they were also the State level winner!

·         Knight of the Month – Joe Van Eron for great support to the golf tournament. See website.

·         Worthy Lecturer SK Miguel Saldana discussed the Lady of Fatima statue that you can take home and pray the rosary with and 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 and Gene Ziemba’s wife, Brenda.

Next Meeting: May 26 at 7:15pm

Closing Prayer: Our Father by Father Cesar

Meeting Adjourned: 7:55pm

Minutes completed by Recorder: Sean Murphy