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.