Family Arena Events for Jan.

We have two Jan. events for the Family Arena. There is a SLU basketball game on Thursday Jan. 26, and a boxing event on Sat. Jan 14. If you are free and willing to work either event get in touch with Dave Meglio.

First Degree at Jan. Meeting

Don't forget we will have a First Degree at the Jan. meeting (Jan. 16) so if you have any potential Knights make sure to bring them to the meeting.

Council Remembers Past GK Lindewirth

Members of the Harvester Knights of Columbus ask for prayers and support of friends, family and brother Knights after the passing of past Grand Knight Ray Lindewirth.

Ray passed away at DePaul Medical Center on Wed. Dec. 14 after a series of complications including congestive heart failure and kidney problems.

The council was blessed to not only have Ray as one of its members, but were honored to have such a great Knight and friend as its leader as Grand Knight from 1997-98. Ray was also an active volunteer with the Sts. J&A Care Service.

Medical issues prevented Ray from being an active member in the council during his later years, but he remained tied in to the council by continuing to communicate with members and Grand Knights eventhough he may not have physically been at meetings.

Ray wasn't the most wealthiest member of the council but the richness he held in his heart and his desire and willingness to do whatever he could on behalf of the council or those in need set an example for all Brother Knights and mankind to strive for.

Funeral arrangements will be posted here as they become available. Until then, we ask that you pray for the Lindewirth family and the council in general as everyone deals with the loss of Ray and celebrates in the joy of God having given us such a great friend, leader, and admirable man.

Grand Knights Column -- Dec.

Brothers,

I would like to take the time to wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas! As we close out this very busy year I would like to thank each and every one of you for being a friend, a brother, and a good Knight.

I know that there are other things we all can be doing, but I have to tell you that I am overwhelmingly impressed with the turnouts that we've had for Tootsie Roll Drive; No Hunger Holiday; Breakfast With Santa; and Adopt a Family. You guys always seem to come through. For this I commend you one and all.

I want one more good showing from you if you can spare the time. Our worthy lector has announced that he is preparing a wonderful Christmas dinner immediately following our December Meeting. Let's celebrate another successful year together.

Fraternally
Dan Breneman
Grand Knight

Breakfast with Santa a Success

Dear Margo Miller,

Once again you and your Ladies Auxiliary out did yourselves. A wonderful time was had by all! The men of the Harvester Knights of Columbus wish to Thank you for having us along for the ride. Although our turn out was low, the few that did attend had a great time. I wish to personally thank you and the ladies for all that you have done for me. By including our council in to your activities you have made my job all that much easier to manage. Again, Thank you!

I look forward to next years function. Please keep in mind that I am more then happy to attend any of your planning meetings and to provide you with more assistance if it should be required. Please keep me informed.

Sincerely,
Glenn Korando
Director of Family Events
Harvester Knights of Columbus

To View a slideshow from the festivities click on the headline for this story or go here:

2005 Adopt-A-Family Information

This year the Harvester Knights are adopting two families.

Family #443 is a family of four. The 15 year old son is on a Respirator. Their greatest need is for Distilled water since the Respirator requires about a gallon a day. Andrew also needs Prefolded Cloth Diapers from Wal-Mart and cannot wear long sleeves or turtlenecks. This family consists of mom, dad, daughter 16 and son 15.

Family #460 is a single parent family consisting of a mom and her 10 year old daughter.

Any additional gifts and/or food beyond what is on the boards are welcome. Cash donations will also be accepted and Michael’s wife will handle the shopping.

Gifts need to be dropped off at the Tobin house or given to Michael Tobin by December 4, 2005.

Gifts may be wrapped or Michael’s wife will wrap them. If wrapping the gift please attach a gift tag with the recipient’s name and the family number on it.

If you have any questions please call Michael at (636) 387-7373 – home or (314) 503-7373 – cell or email stlgateway@aol.com.
For Drop-off the Tobin’s address is #6 Zeus Ct.
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Adopt-A-Family Gifts Still Needed
Family 443:
Woman’s Jeans Size 7/8 short for Jeanne
Oral B Pulsor Toothbrush for Jeanne
Walgreen's Gift Card for Jeanne
Lotion and Body Spray Mandarin/Mango scent from Bath & Body Works for Brittany
Hollister Hoody for Brittany
AXE Body Wash & Deodorant Stick (Kilo scent) for Andrew
Cardinal Bathroom Towels for Andrew
Two Short Sleeve Shirts Boys size 18 for Andrew
Sweatpants in Boys size 16 for Andrew
Prefolded Cloth Diapers from Wal-Mart
Outdoor Rolling Trashcan

Family 460:
Button-up Sweater in Woman’s Size 2XL for Temeka
Winter Coat in Woman’s Size 2XL or 24 for Temeka
Pantyhose to fit Woman with Pant Size 24 long for Temeka
Underwear to fit Woman with Pant Size 24 for Temeka
Girdle to fit Woman with Pant Size 24 for Temeka
Game boy SP for Anissa-Marie
Slackers Gift Card for Anissa-Marie
Two Winter Outfits in girl’s plus size 18 ½ /2XL for Anissa-Marie–Sears has good selection
Tights in Adult size medium for Anissa-Marie
New Pots/Pans
Indoor Electric Grill
Rice/Vegetable Steamer

Adopt-A-Family Food Still Needed
Several Shop ‘n Save Gift Cards
Turkey
Bottles of Gatorade
2 Boxes of Instant Potatoes & Cans of Gravy
2 Boxes of Bisquick & 2 Syrup
Peanut Butter & Jelly
Canned Vegetables
8 Jars of Pasta Sauce
Condiments: Mayo/Mustard/Ketsup/Pickles
Canned Tuna
Canned Stew/Chili
Bottles of Fruit Juice
4 Packages of Cookies/Snack Cakes
Canned Fruit/Applesauce
Boxes of Hamburger or Tuna Helper
Splenda
Boxes of Instant Oatmeal
20 Gallons of Distilled Water
Women’s Deodorant
Household Cleaning Supplies
Shampoo & Conditioner

No Hunger Holiday Sets Records in 15th Year

Well No Hunger Holiday once again was pulled off with amazing success and the 2005 version, the 15th annual instalment of the event, set new records for meals provided (1,425) and indivduals served (more than 5,000).

Thanks to all the Knights who help make this event such a huge success.

To see pictures from the 2005 No Hugner Holiday, click here:
http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/harvesterknights/album?.dir=/2604&.view=t

Budget Posted on Council Site

Don't forget to check out the 2006 budget that is posted for review on the Council's Main Web site. The budget is posted in a password protected section of the site, so e-mail the Web master if you need access, but please review the budget so the time used for discussion at the meeting when it is time to vote on the budget can be kept to a minimum.
You can click on the headline below to go to the council's main web site.

Two Events Slated for Family Arena in Nov.

Brothers,

Please check your schedules and see if you can help us at the Family Arena on either of the following 2 dates.
Thanks,

Saturday 12-Nov Motocross 4-workers 201 5:30 PM Harvester KofC


Tuesday 22-Nov SLU vs EIU 8-workers PORTABLES 5:30 PM Harvester KofC


Dave Meglio
314-610-7139

Key to New Members: Ask Someone to Join

As we all know, membership in the Knights of Columbus and especially our council is something we should all take great pride in. I know I do. That is why it should be very easy to recommend joining our organization to others. Please think about this the next time you go to church or any other function when you meet fellow Catholic gentlemen, Don't be bashful, just ask them if they are Knight. If they say yes, invite them to our meeting. If they say no, ask them to join.

I realize that many of you would have a hard time explaining all the programs that we are involved in. That is why at our Nov. 21 meeting we are going to do something different. I am asking every member that is coming to the meeting to bring along a potential new member. What we are planning is to conduct a very short business meeting without the Program Directors reports. The business meeting should last about 15 minutes and then we will invite the prospects in for the Program Directors reports. Each director will explain what their program involves. This will cover all the programs so you don't have to attempt to explain them. Hopefully, after hearing about all of the great things the Knights of Columbus and our council does for the church and the community, the prospective new members will be ready to join!
Please, take advantage of this opportunity and do your part---ASK someone to come with you on Nov. 21. Better yet, offer to pick them up and bring them to the meeting. This will go a long way in showing this prospect that you really do want them.

Breakfast With Santa Scheduled Once Again

We have once again been asked to participate in this years Breakfast with Santa, along side the Cottleville Knights and there wonderful Ladies auxiliary. This year’s function has been scheduled for Saturday, December the 3^rd from 9:00am to noon. I have no further information at this time regarding assistance needed form our council members. I will stay in touch regarding these issues. In the mean time, plan to attend.
Bring your children, grandchildren and even if you don’t have children, please make an effort to show your comradery. Thanks for your time.

Cordially, Glenn Korando

636-928-9144, 314-570-8139, korando@concentric.net

Thanks Goes Out to All UMB Worker

Once again, many THANKS to all who worked Riverport this year. Our last concert was October, 1. Fifty-seven (57) different people worked 114 shifts covering 22 concerts. We have grossed a total of $6,797 and we have contributed $250 to the Sts. Joachim & Ann Parish Retreats for Bible purchases.

The average earnings per concert was $309 (up from $250 last year) and the average earnings per volunteer was $60. Below are individuals who worked this year and the number of concerts each worked. Special thanks my Leads, Mark Parker, Kevin Gahagen, Bob Fusinatto, Mike Thomas, Barry Young, Kevin Smith, Cathie Arnold, Craig Lalumandier, Pierce Conley & Dan Breneman. Because of their help as Leads my shifts were kept to reasonable amount this season. In addition, Conley, Deaton Ellis, Parker, Dan Stamer, John Steinlage & Bill Struckmann went above & beyond by working 4 or more shifts!

ADAMS, MANDEE 1
ANTROBUS, RICH 1
ARNOLD, CATHIE 3
ARNOLD, KIRK 1
ARNOLD, KYLE 2
BIONDO, JASON 1
BISHOP, MELVIN 2
BLUESTONE, JAY 1
BOONE, KENNY 1
BOONE, JESSIE 1
BRENEMAN, BARTH 1
BRENEMAN, DAN 2
BRENEMAN, JOHN 5
BREWER, BOB 2
CONLEY, PIERCE 4
DICKHERBER, TONY 3
DUNNERMANN, DALE 1
ELLIS, DEATON 4
FLETCHER, BOB 1
FUSINATTO, BOB 3
GAHAGEN, KEVIN 3
GITTEMEIER, RHONDA 3
GROSS, KAY 2
HAKE, JEFF 1
HEIST, GENE 1
HELFRICH, DOUG 1
HOELSCHER, JOHN 2
HOWARD, BRAD 1
HOWARD, CHERYL 1
KORANDO, GLEN 1
LALUMANDIER, CRAIG 1
LAPPE, CRAIG 2
MALONE, LAURIE 3
MOLONEY, GEORGE 3
OBERKRUM, BOB 1
O'DONNELL, SEAN 1
PARKER, MARK 5
POSS, DAVE 1
POSS, JILL 1
RADA, DOUG 3
REAVEY, JOHN 1
RUTSCH, DON 1
RUTSCH, KAREN 1
SCHINDLER, RICH 2
SHADRACH, TOM 2
SMITH, KEVIN 1
STAMER, DAN 5
STAMER, GINGER 1
STEINLAGE, JOHN 5
STEINLAGE, SHEILA 3
STRUCKMANN, BILL 4
SYLVESTRI, BOB 1
THOMAS, MIKE 2
TOBIN, MIKE 1
YOUNG, BARRY 2
YOUNG, SUE 2
WILLIAMS, DANIELLE 3

Special Thanks to Parish Picnic Parking Lot Crew

Sts. Joachim and Ann Parishioners attending the annual Parish Picnic found parking a little bit easier this year. With the uninterrupted use of the Methodist parking lot (Thank You Church of the Good Shepard!) and direction from Harvester parking attendants, picnic patrons and other volunteers were able to find more parking close to the action. I want to thank each of you who assisted with parking, including many Knights who were members of other parishes. Prior to the picnic many, of you may have seen the picnic committee’s newsletter recognizing the council for the job it has done at the event in past years. Though there are over 1200 volunteers working the picnic each year, the committee thought enough about our behind the scenes effort to single out the Harvester Knights in a parish wide publication!

Thanks to Jim Radi, Gene Heist, John & Marsha Hoelscher, Jim Barhorst, Barry Young, Melvin Bishop, Craig Lalumandier, Tony Dichkherber, John Chaffee, Dan & Bob Stravalli, Rich Schindler, Gene Stark, Tom Rothermich (2 shifts), Deaton Ellis, Rich Antrobus, Mike Nahrstedt, Randy Hoester, Bob Fletcher, Bill Struckmann, Red Dog Leader (Doug Rada), Tom Shadrach, and Bryan Breneman. Special thanks to Shawn Freeman (a friend of the Knights) for beverage supplies he made available from the back of his unlocked vehicle!

John Breneman

Family Arena Event Set for Oct. 21

Brothers,
Our next Family Arena date is Friday October 21st :

Friday 10/21/05 Mo River Otters Hockey (Stand # 205)
5:30 - 9:30pm (9 stand workers needed)

Please check your schedules and let me know if you can work a shift that evening.

Thanks for your consideration,

Dave Meglio
314-610-7139 (Cell)

Crazy Bowl Set for Saturday

Don't forget to get your team signed up for the Crazy Bowl this Saturday, spots are going fast but we still have plenty of lanes open.
Once again this year we will have a silent auction in conjunction with the crazy bowl.
St. Charles Lanes
2187 First Capitol Drive
Check in 6:30 p.m.
$15 per person includes:
3 games of bowling
Shoe rental
Beer and soda
Must be 21 years old

For more info or to reserve a lane
Call Mike @ 928-2490 or Tom @ 928-0036

Benefit Planned for Kendra Davis

Below is some information about a benefit planned for the wife of J&A parishonor and Knight Dan Davis, Kendra.

Strategic Planning Meeting Set

Details are set for the 2005 strategic planning meeting. In addition to this meeting being a great opportunity for members of the council, as well as directors and officers, to gather and go over long-term goals and projects for the council, the meeting will take the place of the September Director's Meeting.
This year, the strategic planning meeting will take place on Saturday, Sept. 10 at 10:30 a.m. There is not real structure to the meeting, but we hope to have it wrapped up by 4:30 p.m. If you can't make the entire meeting, but can stop by for an hour or so, please do so.
The meeting will take place at the Forest Hills Condo Clubhouse, 305 King Dr, St. Charles, MO.
Click the headline above for a map to get to the clubhouse. . .You won't be able to see the clubhouse from the street, but park in the spots provided on King drive and make your way back behind the Condos and the clubhouse is located right next to the swimming pool.
If you get lost or can't find the place, call Kevin Smith on his cell phone (314.623.2734).
Bring your ideas for what you want you see the council do over the next two years.

Breneman Excited for Future of Council

Grand Knight's Column
By Dan Breneman

Brother Knights,

It is month two (2) and we are already moving and shaking.
I have received a list of what I affectionately call our "snailmailers" and they will be getting an August printout in the mail in the coming weeks. Please keep in mind these will not be finely edited copies in that they will be printouts of our WebLog.

In regards to our WebLog please look at our new email group that has been set up. We have been working on a group e-mailing list that will originate from our specific organization. We have set up the following group; harvesterkofc@yahoogroups.com See the item below on the blog for info on how to register for the new group. You can keep your info up to date and therefore stay up to date on anything that needs to be distributed and cannot wait until the next meeting.

Don't forget the strategic planning session on Sept. 10. We will gather at 10:30 a.m. (donuts and coffee provided) then go over the direction of our council throughout the day. All members are welcomed and directors and officers are encouraged to attend, if you can't block out the whole afternoon, at least come by for an hour or two to give your input on various projects or areas you want to focus on. There will be more details and a map with directions at the August meeting.

On a very serious note, I would like everyone to keep the Rutch Family in their prayers. Don and Karen Rutch's daughter Katie was in a very serious car accident last week and will be undergoing several surgeriesÂ…

Everyone's Summer is winding down and I would like you to keep in mind during your busy schedule that just one moment of your time can mean the world to another in need. Say a prayer, pay a visit, offer to help.

Coming SoonÂ…
I will be coming out with a phone tree for our "snailmailers" that will not be able to register for our group emails.

Thank You
Daniel E. Breneman

August Meeting Starts at 7 p.m.

Don't forget that the August meeting will start at 7 p.m. instead of the usual starting time of 7:30. The early start time is due to the installation of new officers and the District Deputy is hopefull that as many officers and members as possible can attend.
Also, don't forget the August meeting will be a 1st Degree, which is scheduled to start at 7:30, so if you know of any prospective members or individuals that you think would make a great Knight, bring them to the August meeting so they can become members of the council.

Council Launches New Yahoo Group

The Harvester Knights of Columbus have created a new group via Yahoo Groups that will allow the leadership of the council to manage contacts and e-mail blasts eaiser and will also allow members to post messages, and stay in touch each with one another.
The main focus for the group though is creating an e-mail list that can be managed by more than one person, so help populate the list by adding your info now:



Click to join the Harvester KofC group

You can click on the headline aboove to go directly to the group page.