Author: Chris Losack
Brother Knights,
This past month the District held an exemplification at St. Francis of Assis Catholic Church in Raleigh, NC. This exemplification had a total of 51 Sir Knights brought into the 4th Degree. Which included two priests from the Raleigh Diocese, Fr. Ross Williams and Fr. Joshua West, LC from NCSU. The next exemplification is currently being planned and we will have details sent out once the date and location are confirmed. Continue to recruit more members for the next exemplification. Additional details about the new degree are slowly being put out, a large exemplification is being pushed by Supreme to be held on February 22, 2025, the 125th anniversary of the 4th Degree. The first location of the new degree will be in New York St. Patrick’s Cathedral where the first exemplification was held. If you are interested in traveling to NY as an Obverse or Candidate, please let the me know at districtmaster@kofcnc.org. Special commemorative coin will be available at this event.
A few important dates and holidays for the month of November are Election Day on November 5th, a day we are asked to vote if we have not already done so in the early voting period. November 10th is the Marine Corps Birthday celebrating 249 years of service. Veterans Day on November 11th is a day to remember all Veterans both past and present, active duty and reserve. And lastly, Thanksgiving Day on November 28th is a day to give thanks and share in the fruitful harvest.
Upcoming Honor Guards in the Dioceses of Raleigh:
November 8th Centennial Mass at 10:30 AM for the Diocese of Raleigh Signup link below we will accommodate what are allowed by the Diocese:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A054FA5A62CA3FB6-51360600-raleigh
November 16th Mass of Thanksgiving at 10:30 AM for the Catholic Committee on Scouting Signup link below:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A054FA5A62CA3FB6-50589725-ccos
November 22nd Birthday Mass for MSGR Wall at 5:00 PM
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A054FA5A62CA3FB6-51360832-90th
Upcoming Honor Guards in the Dioceses of Charlotte:
February 8, 2025 Catholic Men’s Conference of the Carolinas
St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1400 Suther Rd. Charlotte, NC 28213
March 15, 2025 St. Patrick Parade in Downtown Charlotte
An honor guard is used for multiple purposes and is not limited to funerals. Consider reaching out to the youth directors about being present at Confirmations, First Communion/ Eucharist, Weddings of Members and their immediate families. The 4th Degree represents Patriotism and promotes the order by showing the dedication of service toward our priests, members, and the youth by supporting these groups we can grow the Knights and 4th Degree. To participate in honor guards, you are to wear the Official Regalia of the 4th Degree. Links to purchase the Regalia and Sword packages are provided below:
Regalia - https://www.kofcuniform.com/uniform-packages/package/knights-of-columbus-executive-fit-uniform-package-uniform-package/
Sword Package - https://www.kofcsupplies.com/
KEEP this paragraph for future use. ALL reports to Supreme need to be sent by E-mail.
[DUE 7/1] Form 186 (Report of Officers) membership@kofc.org
[DUE 8/1] Form 1315 (Audit) suprememaster@kofc.org
[DUE 1/31] Form 1728 (Fraternal Survey) Fraternalmission@kofc.org
[DUE 6/30] Form 2321 Civic Award) Fraternalmission@kofc.org
[DUE 6/30] Form 2863A (RSVP) Fraternalmission@kofc.org
[DUE 4/30] Form TBP-2 (To Be a Patriot Award) districtmaster@kofcnc.org [Once evaluated, I will send to the Vice Supreme Master—Once he, evaluates, he will send to Supreme.]