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| Lake DeSomer, Trophy Winner pictured with Walter Free and Al Hanschmann |
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| Left to Right Kyler Wilhite and Lake DeSomer |
Congratulations to Kyler Wilhite of Hot Springs and Lake DeSomer of Jessieville, both students at Jessieville School, for winning the annual Knights Of Columbus free-throw shooting competition at the District level on February 12 at St John's School in Hot Springs. For that excellent achievement, both qualified to compete in the State level competition that was held on Sunday, March 27 at Morrilton High School. Kyler Wilhite was narrowly edged out for the state championship in the 13-year-old boy's division, while Lake DeSomer won a close battle and came away with the state championship in the 12-year-old boy's division. All members of The Knights Of Columbus Council 10208 from Sacred Heart Of Jesus Catholic Church are extremely proud of the determination and skill that both boys displayed throughout the competitions at the Council, District, and State events as well as for all of the other competitors who participated in these fun events sponsored by the Knights Of Columbus.
Thanks to Brother Knight Al Hanschmann for his contribution to this article and pictures.
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| Essay Contest 2022 |
Congratulations to Jimena Pineda on winning the Knights Of Columbus annual Catholic Citizenship Essay Contest. Jimena, an eighth-grade student at Jessieville school and a student in the confirmation class at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, wrote an essay on the topic: "Obstacles Overcome While Living A Life Of Faith". Her essay was judged as the winner at the Council, District, and State levels within the Knights Of Columbus organization. For her excellent achievement, she was awarded a $50 gift certificate by members of Council 10208 in Hot Springs Village, as well as a check for another $50 by the Knights of Columbus State organization.
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| Brother Knights Group Lenten Retreat |
The Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish of Hot Springs Village completed their annual Men's Lenten Retreat at the St. John's Catholic Center in Little Rock on Thursday, March 10th. The Knights of Columbus, Council 10208, again hosted this event for the men of their parish. Thirty-four men participated in the four-day retreat. Bishop Taylor had dinner with the men and visited on Wednesday evening.
Fr. Jeff Hebert, the Diocese Vocation director, was the Retreat Master; he provided eight inspiring talks on "The Story of Salvation." Session topics included "Adam and the fall; " Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob;" Moses, Aaron, and Joshua;" "David and Solomon;" "Elijah, and Jeremiah;" John the Baptist;" Jesus of Nazareth;" and concluded with "Peter, and You, the Man of Today."
Fr. Hebert held daily Mass at Fletcher Hall or in the Chancery Chapel; he also provided four hours of Sacramental Reconciliation and spiritual counseling. The rosary was prayed in the chapel, and daily time was provided for reflection, meditation, and other prayer opportunities. Two hours of social time and discussion closed each day's events.
Deacon Chuck Ashburn of the DOLR led Stations of the Cross twice. The Deacon arranged the use of Fletcher Hall (the totally refurbished former Diocese seminary) and the use of the well-equipped Dining Facility. The Men on Retreat were grateful for the Deacon's attention to detail and administrative support throughout the retreat event.
Fr. Bill Elser, their Sacred Heart of Jesus Pastor, asked all his parishioners to "make every effort necessary to ensure this would be the best Lent, Triduum, and Easter of their lives." Fr. Hebert, Deacon Ashburn, and the Knights' hosting the retreat provided a wonderful opportunity to make this a great Lenten start for these men.
Thanks to Sir Knight Tom Donnelly for contributing this article.
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| Seminarians March 2022 |
Seminarians Joe Johnes, Quinn Thomas and Josh Osborne were able to attend our March Council meeting. It gave the Knights a good chance to meet our Seminarians and to get them a great brisket dinner. We very much appreciate these find gentlemen Seminarians taking time out of their studies to be introduced to us all.
Joe Jones attends the House of Formation in Little Rock (2021 IV Philosophy).
Quinn Thomas also attending the House of Formation in Little Rock (2021 IV Philosophy).
And Josh Osborne House of Formation in Little Rock (2021 III Philosophy).
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| John and Daniel |
John Regan and Daniel Ellis were the keynote speakers at the March 1, 2022 Council meeting with John giving a presentation covering aspects of all programs made available to Knights from our Insurance company. Many Knights don't realize that our insurance team has long term care, retirement programs, investment programs as well as regular types of regular insurance for the family.
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| The two on the right Kyler Silhite and Lake de Somers represented Council 10208 |
Pictured above are the participants with the two on the
right (Kyler Silhite and Lake de Somers) from Jessieville representing our council.
On Saturday, February 12th, the 2022 District Free Throw contest was held in Hot Springs at the St John's gym. It went off smoothly although there were only five participants. There were two from Jessieville that both qualified to proceed to the state contest.
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| From left to right, Father Bill, Rick Phillips, Gerald Krawczynski, Mike Kerwin, new Knight Greg Osterhout, Gary Wolfer, new Knight Mike Passaglia, Bill Patterson, new Knight Dave Schwulst and Ron Cuba |
Welcome to our newest Brother Knights. On Sunday, February 13th, our Council Exemplification Team welcomed three new Knights. From left to right, Father Bill, Rick Phillips, Gerald Krawczynski, Mike Kerwin, new Knight Greg Osterhout, Gary Wolfer, new Knight Mike Passaglia, Bill Patterson, new Knight Dave Schwulst and Ron Cuba. The ceremony was witnessed by our new members' lovely wives, Debbie Passaglia, Cherry Schwulst and Sharon Osterhout. A number of Council members also attended.
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| JoAnn Carter, Change Point Pregnancy Center in Hot Springs with $2000.00 check |
Sir Knight Bob Bowman presented a $2000 check from KOC Council 10208 to
JoAnn Carter, Change Point Pregnancy Center in Hot Springs, AR January 2022 with funds from the Baby Bottle Campaign
Sir Knight Bob Bowman presented a $2500 check to New Beginnings Pregnancy Resource Center in Benton, AR January 2022 with funds from the Baby Bottle Campaign.
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| Grand Knight Murray Claassen with Family of the Month Gil and Mary Duran |
Gil is our in-house BarTender as well as setting up the Lower Hall for the Knights of Columbus and Men's Club functions which includes the dinner and breakfast meals.
He was the official Dishwasher for the Men's Retreat last year in Little Rock and will be
doing it again this year.
Helped with the last Special Olympics before Covid hit.
A tremendous amount of his work is with the Wuzz a Fuzz group (retired Police Officers Organization).
Volunteered for the recent Bishop's Golf Tournament.
Both he and Mary are Adoration Participants.
Congratulations to Gil and Mary for a much deserved Award.