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| Fr. Bill Elser receiving his Jewel |
Knights of Columbus Assembly 2316 Installation of Officers
It was a great night at the Home Plate Restaurant where the new Officers for Assembly 2316, for the Fraternal year 2019-2020 were installed.
A wonderful meal was provided for the new officers, wives and guests. After eating and socializing, Sir Knight and past Faithful Navigator Mike Kerwin, filling in for the State District Manager, Jeff priore, was the conductor of the installation. Fr. Bill was first up to receive his jewel and be installed as the Assemblies Faithful Friar. The wives of each Officer stood in front of their spouse and placed the jewel on them as SK Mike explained their duties while installing the rest of the officers as follows.
Faithful Navigator Gary Wolfer
Comptroller Sam Justus
Captain Tom Donnelly
Pilot Russ Harrison
Scribe Mark Leslie
Purser Lanny Mabus
Inner Sentinel Rick Darnell
Outer Sentinel Ray Ambrozich
Admiral David Witchger
1st Trustee Mike Kerwin
2nd Trustee Frank Benda
3rd Trustee David Johnston
SK Johnny Broome stood in for Ray Ambrozich as he was unable to attend the installation.
Let us keep all these men in our prayers, that they may faithfully execute the duties of their office, bring honor to Assembly 2316, and Glory to Christ in everything they do.
Many more photos in the Photo Section.
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| Pictured above from Left to Right: GK Ed Doyle, Charlie Cook, Scott Krantz, Fr. George Sanders, Fr. Ravi Gudipalli and Principal Janet Edgar |
The Hot Springs Village and Hot Springs Knights of Columbus councils Charity Golf Tournament this year at the Magellan Golf Course in Hot Springs Village was a huge success. Checks from both the Hot Springs Village and the Hot Springs Councils presented checks to ST. John’s School on June 18 in front of the School’s new Courtyard.
This would not have been possible without the generosity of all the sponsors. We would like to thank them for helping us with this very worthy cause for St. John’s Catholic School in Hot Springs, AR.
DIAMOND SPONSORS SILVER SPONSORS BRONZE SPONSORS
CHI St. Vincent Golden Paint and Body Purple Cow Restaurants
Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs, AR
GOLD SPONSORS Walmart La Hacienda
Arkansas Glass Company Hot Springs & HSV, AR Hot Springs, AR
Hot Springs, AR
Peters Painting and Flooring Brain Gehrki Jose’s Mexican Grill
Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs, AR
Hot Springs Country Club Lake DeGray Golf Course Relyance Bank
Hot Springs, AR Bismark, AR Hot Springs Village, AR
Top Notch Construction Senior Helpers Dr. Walter Frazee, DDS, PA
Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs, AR
Bilgisher Land Management, LLC Food Wise Family Care Chiropractic
Hot Springs Village, AR Hot Springs Village, AR Hot Springs, AR
Bishop Aviation Tom Hefer Sander’s Supply
Hot Springs, AR PGA Professional Hot Springs, AR
Director of Golf
Sacred Heart Catholic Church Hot Springs Village, AR Village Insurance
Hot Springs Village, AR Hot Springs Village, AR
Diamante Country Club Arvest Bank Bob and Ann Bowman
Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs Village, AR
Eyecare Specialties Tomorrow’s Therapy, LLC The Beehinve
Hot Springs Village, AR Hot Springs Village, AR Hot Springs Village, AR
Kwik Print Remax HSV Teapots and Treasures
Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs Village, AR Hot Springs Village, AR
The Elser Family State Farm HSV Home Plate Cafe
Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs Village, AR Hot Springs Village, AR
The Judy (Elser) Morton Family Ifrah Financial Services Village Wine and Spirits
Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs Village, AR
Gregg Orr Auto Group Maxwell Blade Show Instrument and Supply, Inc.
Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs, AR
Knights of Columbus 10208 Clampitt’s Country Kitchen
Hot Springs Village, AR Hot Springs Village, AR
Chamber’s Bank
Hot Springs Village, AR
Sweet Cheeks Bakery
Hot Springs Village, AR
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| Starting Top Row L-R: Hong Dai Nguyen, Sam Stengel, Dan Than Phan, Thomas de Prez, GK Ed Doyle, Jonathan Semmler, Tuan Do, Minh Phong Nguyen. (Front row) Emmanuel Torres, Deacon Chuck Ashburn, Fr. Bill Elser, Msgr. Scott Friend, Deacon Joe Friend, Alex Smith and Ben Riley |
The Knights of Columbus of Hot Springs Village hosted the Taste of Faith Dinner.
After the Opening Prayer by Fr. Bill and the Pledge of Allegiance, our Grand Knight, Ed Doyle, gave a summary of the exciting night ahead.
The great Larry Womack then entertained everyone during the reception with just the right style of music.
A wonderful meal was served provided by Jim Sparks and his Home Plate crew. Jim is a member of both our council and our assembly. The meal was followed up with Fr. Bill’s World Famous Home-Made Ice Cream which is always a hit!!
Monsignor Scott Friend, the Vocations Director for the Diocese of Little Rock gave a very educational speech on the House of Formation and how much the Council’s Financial help enables the them to continue to educate new Priests. A Short film was shown that described the seminarian vocations program in the state of Arkansas. Monsignor Friend introduced the 11 guest seminarians that were present. The Council treated them with a leather bookmark with Philippians 4:13 inscribed on it as a small gift.
Additional Speakers were Deacon Joseph Friend who told of a very inspirational time of his experiences as a seminarian. Following him were a few words from Deacon Chuck Ashburn, the Assistant Vocational Director of the Diocese.
Other Guests of the evening were the 4th Degree Faithful Navigator, Sir Knight Gary Wolfer and his wife Ruth.
Murray and Kim Claassen did a great job in organizing and stewarding this Seminarian Endowment Dinner.
Brother Knight Walter Free took care of the tedious task of ticket sales, volunteers, seating arrangements, and as always, has done a yeoman-like job. Brothers Tom Conrad and Ted Otero had well-organized and extremely efficient refreshment center
There were many gracious ladies of our parish who helped with so many facets of this dinner.
Grand Knight Ed Doyle presented a check to the House of Formation of $31,000.00 that was raised at the dinner and Fr. Bill Elser also presented them a check of a similar amount that was donated from the regular stewardship of Sacred Heart parishioners.
On Memorial Day weekend, there were 25 Brother Knights, their wives and friends took their time to volunteer for the Special State Olympics of Arkansas. The event was hosted by Harding University in Searcy, Arkansas.
The Knight’s Honor Guard took the lead for the Parade of Athletes kicking off the 2019 Special Olympic Games that was held from May 23rd to May 25th.
The Volunteers provided Carnival Games, Arts and Crafts for over 2000 attendees consisting of the Olympic Athletes and their family members.
Many thanks to Fred Jungers of the Knights of Columbus Council 10208 Jesus Catholic Church of Hot Springs Village for spearheading this event for so many years.
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| Newest Brother Knight - Greg Hilbert |
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| May 2019 Family of the Month - Robert and Renee Steinpreis |
A little bit about Robert:
Robert was recently Knighted a Sir Knight of the Fourth Degree.
He has been a Men's Club Member for years.
He ushers at the 5 P.M. Mass weekly and provides diligent assistance and information to those in need who attend.
Greatly supports the many activities of his wife, Renee.
A Community Foundation Member and loves Tennis, Golf and Pickleball.
A lot about Renee:
She is a Server, Sacristan, and Extraordinary Minister
An Administrator of the Ministry Scheduler Pro System, doing computer training and being sure positions for the Masses are filled.
She is the Chairperson of the Liturgy Commission and past member of the Parish Council.
She Photographs many of the Parish Events and provides "Feature Photos" for the parish webpage.
A Member of the USGF (United States Grace Force) offering special prayers daily.
An Adorer in the Adoration Chapel from 2-3 A.M. on Sunday Mornings
An Active and Lifetime member of Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association and does photography for main events for CPAAA. She also runs the Computer Program for the MILO System.
Active in CCHSV (Computer Club of Hot Springs Village) and President of VMUG (Village Mac Users group). She teaches classes and facilitates Mobile Device Help groups.
Head of the HSV Drone Pilots Group.
She is a member of the Community Foundation and the Photographer for them as well.
Provide Photos for different Hot Springs Village Venues.
Have her own YouTube Channel with many interesting videos of Life and Scenes of Hot Springs Village! Just click on the to see her page!! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK_NgHAM5Ehu6pdSorYyKWw
Great supporter and provider of encouragement for Robert!!
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| May 2019 Knight of the Month - Jim Anderson |
Jim moved to HSV in 1995 after retiring from a 45-year career in the Aero- Space business with Gen. Elec., American Airlines and Rolls - Royce.
He came to HSV as a non-practicing Presbyterian, but a regular at Catholic Churches around the country (Pat was a devout Catholic).
They had moved here to enjoy the golf and the other amenities offered in the Village while looking for their permanent retirement location. They quickly found that they were having so much fun and making so many really good friends, they just stopped looking and decided to make the Village their permanent residence.
In 2009, at the gentle urging and encouragement of Monsignor Bernard Malone and Patricia, he became a Catholic at the Easter Confirmation and Mass in Little Rock by Bishop Anthony Taylor.
In 2011, sponsored by Bro. Bob Honzik , he joined the Knights of Columbus and was immediately put to work on the recruiting committee under the direction of Bro. Knight Ed Cudworth .
In 2012 Jim was exemplified as a 2nd and 3rd Degree Knight, and in April of this year, he received Honors of the 4th Degree in exemplification ceremonies at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church.
Jim is also strong supporter of several of this Council’s Charitable Programs, Including:
CPID - tootsie rolls.
Christmas Gifts for Kids.
Culture of Life - baby bottles.
Seminarian Education Support - taste of faith.
Village Outreach Christmas Baskets.
HSV Community Foundation.
State Council - Just Ask.
Priest Circle Renovation - Calvary Cemetery.
DOLR Men’s Retreat.
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| Pictured above with Scott Krantz the First Place Winners of Flight one from Right to Left are Tony Melugin, Ron Graves, Ryan Camras and Rob Camras. |
This is an all-volunteer event with no one being paid any salaries. All Monies raised go to the Charity. The Knights of Columbus have been the hosts of this event since it started 12 years ago at three different venues since its inception; The Belvedere, Lake Degray and Hot Springs Village. The last time it was held in Hot Springs Village was 2016.
This was a landmark year for the Knights of Columbus Councils as it will put the total earned over the last 12 years to more $100,000.00 with over $14,000.00 being raised from this tournament. All the money raised goes toward tuition for many students unable to afford the tuition at little or no costs to their families, allowing them to attend the St. John's Catholic School PreK3 through 8th Grade.
There were 121 golfers starting the shotgun at 9:00 a.m. Saturday, May 18. First flight winners with a 56 included Rob Camras, Ryan Camras, Tony Melugin and Ron Graves. Second flight winners scoring a 65 were Joe Dierks, Joe Patrico, Bob Kleinhenz and Stan Grise. Third flight winners carding 68 included Father George Sanders, Danny Frazier, Lynn Peters and Danny Henry.
Other honors went to Art Morrissette, closest to the line on No. 13; Ryan Camras, closest to the pin on 17; Jerry Bertrand, closest to the pin on No. 6; Roger Thomason, closest to the pin on No. 3; Father George Sanders, closest to the pin on No. 11. A barbecue lunch was served at the Balboa Pavilion with the awards being presented after the lunch.
The Knights of Columbus of HSV has over 320 members all dedicated to the four principles of the order; Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism. This fraternal year the council will donate more that 160,000.00 to local charities throughout the State of Arkansas.
We would like to give a BIG THANK YOU to following sponsors which made this a great tournament.
DIAMOND SPONSORS SILVER SPONSORS BRONZE SPONSORS
CHI St. Vincent Golden Paint and Body Purple Cow Restaurants
Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs, AR
GOLD SPONSORS Walmart La Hacienda
Arkansas Glass Company Hot Springs & HSV, AR Hot Springs, AR
Hot Springs, AR
Peters Painting and Flooring Brain Gehrki Jose’s Mexican Grill
Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs, AR
Hot Springs Country Club Lake DeGray Golf Course Relyance Bank
Hot Springs, AR Bismark, AR Hot Springs Village, AR
Top Notch Construction Senior Helpers Dr. Walter Frazee, DDS, PA
Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs, AR
Bilgisher Land Management, LLC Food Wise Family Care Chiropractic
Hot Springs Village, AR Hot Springs Village, AR Hot Springs, AR
Bishop Aviation Tom Hefer Sander’s Supply
Hot Springs, AR PGA Professional Hot Springs, AR
Director of Golf
Sacred Heart of Jesus Christ Hot Springs Village, AR Village Insurance
Hot Springs Village, AR Hot Springs Village, AR
Diamante Country Club Arvest Bank Bob and Ann Bowman
Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs Village, AR
Eyecare Specialties Tomorrow’s Therapy, LLC The Beehinve
Hot Springs Village, AR Hot Springs Village, AR Hot Springs Village, AR
Kwik Print Remax HSV Teapots and Treasures
Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs Village, AR Hot Springs Village, AR
The Elser Family State Farm HSV Home Plate Cafe
Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs Village, AR Hot Springs Village, AR
The Judy (Elser) Morton Family Ifrah Financial Services Village Wine and Spirits
Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs Village, AR
Gregg Orr Auto Group Maxwell Blade Show Instrument and Supply, Inc.
Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs, AR Hot Springs, AR
Knights of Columbus 10208 Clampitt’s Country Kitchen
Hot Springs Village, AR Hot Springs Village, AR
Chamber’s Bank
Hot Springs Village, AR
Sweet Cheeks Bakery
Hot Springs Village, AR
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| (Photo credit Aprille Hanson) |
At the end of the Retreat, participants joined together to contribute to Fr. Mauricio over $1,000 to use for defraying the cost to assist many Catholic youngsters of Danville to attend.
Grand Knight - Rich Rivera
Deputy Grand Knight - Murray Claassen
Chancellor - Ted Otero
Recorder - Mark Leslie
Treasurer - Russ Harrison
Lecturer - Walter Free
Warden - Ron Cuba
Advocate - Bob Kulas
1st Trustee - Ed Doyle
2nd Trustee - Tom Donnelly
3rd Trustee - Gary Wolfer
Inside Guard - Klaus Pawlik
Outside Guard - Francisco Gutierrez
If any member would like to run for one of these positions, please contact Grand Knight Ed Doyle.