2026-05-25 Business Meeting Minutes

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: May 25, 2026, 7:15pm

·         Total in attendance: 36 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 Bill Mistovich and his Memorial Mass will be June 8^th at noon.

Opening Prayer: Hail Mary led by Father Cesar Torres Martinez

Pledge of Allegiance: All

Special Guests:  None 

Visitors: None

Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting: A motion was made, and seconded, to approve the April 28 Meeting Minutes. There was no discussion on the motion and the Minutes were approved unanimously.

Financial Reports:

·         Treasurer Report: Treasurer Bud Tascone given by Financial Secretary due to absence.

·         Financial Secretary Report:  Financial Secretary Cary Newman

·         Only 2 of 5 boxes of carnations for Mothers Day arrived.  We were reimbursed the difference but will not use this company in the future.

·         Budget work: 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.

·         May 2026 Supreme Chaplain's Monthly Challenge [Jesus] said to them again, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I send you.” (Gospel for May 24, Jn 20:21). Jesus sends us into the world, just as the Father sent him. Jesus had a sacred, divine mission — to proclaim the Good News of salvation and build the kingdom of God — and we are commissioned to do likewise. As his faithful disciples, we continue his saving mission on earth, consistent with our state of life. We are not just “receivers” of the Gospel; our mission is to bear witness to the Good News in word and action, living the Gospel through our example and outreach to others.

·         Challenge by Supreme Chaplain Archbishop William E. Lori: This month, I challenge you to take a few minutes each morning and prayerfully ask Jesus how you can use your gifts for his mission, and set one clear, specific resolution (large or small) for what you will do on that particular day.

·         Questions for Reflection: How seriously do you take this mission that Christ has given you? What specifically has Jesus sent you into the world to do? How can you better live out this mission in the workplace, in your family life, and through your participation in the Knights of Columbus?

Membership Report: Membership Director Andrew Duzant

·         We currently have 198 members. We are down 13 members (1-withdrawal; 3 transfers; 9 moved to affiliate). As of mid-August, we could be at 183, pending results of the membership drive on May 16-17.  Our new Membership Director led the drive.   2 Active prospects, 3 new candidates, 7 Anglo potentials, 2 Latino candidates, 3 transfers in.  In the end we will probably be around 195.

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. New program starting June 10 is Into the Breach: The Dignity of Work. Many Knights stood up and told how impactful this is and asked for more to join the group. 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 July 11 at 5:00pm before the Faith in Films Series. Points of contact for this effort are Mike Krawcyzk and Miguel Saldana.

·         24 Hour Adoration and First Saturday Mass June 5-6 begins after 8:30am Mass on Friday and ends before 8:30am Mass on Saturday.

·         Family Director Report: Family Director John Danchisko

·         Faith in Films Series (Knights Movie Night) always at 6:30 pm.  The May showing of A Time for Miracles, St. Elizabeth Seton had 41 in attendance, $100 collected. June 6’s film will be The Mission-Inspired by the Jesuit missions among the Guarani people. The film explores the clash between European colonizers and indigenous cultures. Coming movies- Rocky, July 11, and The Shack, August 8.  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. We really need help with the Family of the month for June.

·         Community Director Report: Community Director Ray Repage

·         Knight’s Breakfast is co-chaired DGK Ron White, Joe Browning and Bob Stevens, and mentored by George Schadt and Joe D’Alessandro. Next breakfast is June 21 (Father’s Day) and start after the 9:30am Mass.  Help is needed for grill, hot table serving, beverage table serving, set up and clean up. Contact DGK Ron White or Joe Browning if questions.

·         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.  Upcoming dates are June 13 and July 7 here in Wilmington  at Independence Mall.  While the times mentioned are 8-5, mostly we’re done by 1pm.  You can learn more and sign up at SignUps.  Point of Contact is Greg Decker.

·         Blood Drive- July 1. Let Ron know if you can help.  He needs a few Knights for this one.  Register at SignUps .Lead- Ron White

·         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.

·         There will be another Magic Show July 25. Knights loved the show last year and it was great support to LAMB.  Tim needs help this year.  Please contact him to see the volunteer options available.

·         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 – 60 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 June 16 at 7:00pm at St. Mark Parish Hall.

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

·         Passing of the Colors at St. Mark Catholic School held May 8.  Passing of the Colors at St. Mary’s School will be June 2, 8:15am. 

·         2026 Collegiate Scholarship Winners were recognized on May 19.

·         Honor Guard June 6 Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral priest ordination.

Fraternity:

·         Nothing discussed.

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.

·         Latino Roundtable - Cinco de Mayo Taco Fundraiser on May 3 had 35 participated, 15 dedicated Latino Knights and their families! $3,926 raised. After paying for supplies $2,970.73 was cleared for future support of our Latino families. Another great success by our Latino Brothers! Another Car Wash and Taco Dinner are being planned. 

Unfinished Business: Any motion tabled from the prior meeting. 

·         None

New Business:  

·         Vacation Bible School: Ms. Anne has requested the Knights to once again help with VBS which will be held the week of June 22-26. Please consider signing up for the event to help with our St Mark youth. To participate use our website’s SignUps.

·         Installation of Officers will occur on Tuesday, June 23 (there will be no Council Meeting for the month of June)

·         New elected Officers below.  These were read to the council. No additional candidates came forward. A motion was made and seconded to approve the election of officers for the 2026-2027 term. There was no discussion on the motion and it was passed unanimously. So, these are the officers that will be Installed on June 23.  

Miscellaneous: None

Grand Knight’s Report: GK Greg Peters

·         The GK gave some wonderful parting words and Financial Secretary stated how powerful the energy was that the GK brought these last 2 years!

Good of the Order:

·         Family of the Month – The Larry Greer family which was also selected as the State level winner!

·         Knight of the Month – Mateo Batista from our Latino Knights.

·         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.

·         Ron White discussed the State Convention and how powerful it was.  The Knights gave over $2.5 million to charities and over 700K volunteer hours.  It is amazing what happens when many hands participate!

Prayers for Brothers in Need:

·         Names in the Prayers Book plus Father Greg Spencer, Aunt Donna (cancer).

Next Meeting: July 28 at 7:15pm

Closing Prayer: Our Father by Father Cesar

Meeting Adjourned: 7:55pm

Minutes completed by Recorder: Sean Murphy