November 2013 Pancake Breakfast

Thank you for your support for the Pancake Breakfast!
Pancake Breakfast Photos

Weekend of Activities

We had a blast the weekend of Sept. 7-8, 2013. We sold fries at the Cranbury Day on Saturday and we hosted our Parish Picnic on Sunday.  According to Monsignor, we had over 300 parishioners in attendance; they enjoyed the company of each other as well as some great music, food and activities. He liked the set up which helped our community closer together and more 'involved' with each other.

Enjoy the Sept. 7-8, 2013 highlights 

Queenship of Mary's Knights of Columbus 12004 Oath Taking of Officers

Queenship of Mary's Knights of Columbus Council 12004 officers took their oath of office last August 17th 2013 at Queenship of Mary church. It was presided by New Jersey District Deputy Joseph L. Sabella and the District Warden. Monsignor Robert Medley was also present to give his blessings.

New Officers of Queenship of Mary's Knights of Columbus Council 12004

We would like to congratulate the new officers of Queenship of Mary's Knights of Columbus Council 12004. 

Knights of Columbus, Council 12004

Officers for 2013-2015

Officer Positions	Name
Grand Knight	Rey J. Reyes
Deputy Grand Knight	Peter L. Pfister
Chancellor	Francis X. O Connell
Recorder	William P. Boyle
Treasurer	John J. Ryan
Advocate	Tom J. Schamper,
Warden	Perry A. Straley
Inside Guard	Gary Hyer
Outside Guard	Bob Krupkas
One Year Trustee	Joseph L. Myers
Two Year Trustee	Henry J. Wieck
Three Year Trustee	Anthony J. Kosar
Appointed Officers	Name
Financial Secretary	Herman M. Derks
Lecturer	Hugo P. Simao

new 1st degree brothers

Congratulations to brothers Gilberto Del Rio, Timothy Howarth, Michael Patti and Andrew Verderame for getting their 1st degree - Charity

easter egg hunt 2013

On a beautiful Saturday morning, 30th March 2013, the knights held the Annual Easter Egg hunt. Easter Bunny showed up and entertained the kids as well as their parents. Monsignor Robert was also present.  Kids were given easter candies and had their pictures taken with Easter Bunny. Happy Easter!

Seminarian

Brothers,
We have finally heard from Monsignor Randy Vashon regarding the selection of a seminarian for us to support. His name is Edgar Madarang and is studying at St. Mary's Seminary in Baltimore.

St. Mary's Seminary and University
5400 Roland Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21210-1994

In addition to the financial support we are expected to support Edgar through prayer and correspondence.

Fraternally,
Henry



Seminarian



EDGAR MADARANG was born and raised in the Philippines.  He is the youngest of eight children. Edgar has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematics with a major in Computer Science from the Ateneo de Manila in the Philippines.  After completing his degree, Edgar moved to Australia.  In 1994, Edgar came to the United States, and has worked for a number of companies as an information systems specialist.

Prior to entering seminary formation, Edgar was an active member of the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, where he participated in the “Just Faith” community, RCIA, the parish Social Ministry leadership team, and the CARITAS committee. Edgar was also a Eucharistic Minister for the Sick.
Edgar began seminary formation for the Diocese of Richmond in August, 2007.  Currently, Edgar is a Theology II student at St. Mary's Seminary in Baltimore, MD.   

Lenten Fish Fry and Way of the Cross 2013

Last Friday, February 23rd, 2013, Queenship of Mary Church was treated with the first Lenten Fish Fry hosted by Knights of Columbus Council 12004.

The Parish Hall was filled with the scent of fresh fried fish, macaroni and cheese, coleslaw and salad. Parishioners enjoyed the servings while the knights enjoyed serving.

After dinner, knights lead the Way of the Cross inside the church.

Lenten Fish Fry

Knights of Columbus Council 12004 is sponsoring the "Lenten Fish Fry" on February 22nd, 2013 between 5 to 7 PM.
Menu:
          Fresh Fried Fish, Macaroni and Cheese, Coleslaw and Salad.
Tickets:
          $7.50 per adult
          $5.00/child/senior
          $25 per family

2012 Annual Survey of Fraternal Activity

Brothers,

I thought I would share with you the results of our Annual Survey of Fraternal Activity.  Our membership base grew to 101 Brothers.

In 2012, we conducted 20 meetings and 9 social events including 3 pancake breakfasts, St Patrick’s Celebration, Mother’s Day carnations, Founder’s Day fry stand, Tootsie Roll drive, Trenton Thunder outing, parish picnic, Super Storm Sandy dinner, and a past Grand Knight dinner.

Expenses amounted to $9500.  Some fixed costs are – Supreme Council $886, State Council $497, Ceremonial $400, Web site fees $450, and Insurance $265.  Our annual due allows us to cover our fixed costs.

The expenses enable us to raised additional funding to support various chartable causes, totaling $4400.  Donations included support of Sister Mary Rose’s anniversary, support of a Seminarian, Intellectual Disabilities, Super Storm Sandy victims (American Red Cross, Catholic Charities), one Girl Scout Award, and a Scholarship donation to Notre Dame in honor of Msgr. Medley.  We also assisted in the Baby Bottle campaign for the Dioceses.

As a council, collectively we made 130 visits to the sick and bereaved.  We assisted in our parish blood donations (21 – I know the number should be higher, but many did not complete the survey).   The estimated hours that we supported our Church was 1,100, and additionally, for our Community (700), Youth (1,500) and sick or disabled members and their families (500).

As you can see, much was accomplished and we thank you for this.  Keep in mind “many hands make light work”.

KofC Council 12004

1st Pancake Breakfast of 2013

This past Sunday, February 3rd, 2013, the Knights served their first Pancake breakfast for 2013 in the Parish Hall at Queenship of Mary.

It was also a Scout Sunday. Scouts in uniform were given a special treat.

Comedy Night Mardi Gras Event

This past Friday, January 25th, 2013, about 133 people filled the parish hall for an evening of food, drinks, music, dance, fun and camaraderie.

For 90 minutes, the patrons were entertained by guest performers lead by Ms. Helene Angley.
It was followed by lots of music and dancing.

Music was provided by DJ Mr. Tom Talocka.

The event raised about $2,200 which will fund the Knights charitable charities.