"In all circumstances, give thanks, for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus." - 1 Thes 5:18                              

Gratitude! Brothers, we have no one to credit for being alive other than God. And when we rebelled and sinned and worshipped other gods, He did not abandon us, but sent His only Son Jesus incarnate as one of us to lead us back to Him in fellowship. Even though we owe Him everything, He continued to give Himself for our salvation-even dying as a falsely accused criminal on the cross. His motive? Loving mercy. He conquered death and offered us eternal life if we believe in Him and accept His teaching, graces, and participate in the sacraments. The Eucharist is a perpetual “thanksgiving” and spiritual food until Jesus returns to take the living and dead up to final judgement. None of us can earn heaven, but by our Faith and our Works we demonstrate to Him that we believe; that we love Him above all others, and love our neighbors like ourselves. We should give thanks always for our many blessings, life, opportunity, family, love, faith and hope. This is the season to reflect and say, “thank you, Lord”. What does genuine gratitude lead to? Worship! This Thanksgiving should begin with attendance at Mass, true worship and gratitude, in humility. Say a special blessing for a meal shared, and loved ones appreciated.

Vivat Jesus!

ps. Do you have a child or grandchild going to college next year? There are council and state scholarships available. Contact the Worthy Advocate, Pete Gadue for more info or an application. pete_1949@comcast.net

Have you moved? Has you contact information changed? Please let our Worthy Financial Secretary, Ray Michaud know so we can keep you up to date. sirequitem@gmail.com

The Last Business Meeting was held on OCT 11 at 6:30 PM. There were 20 in attendance, including four on Zoom. The meeting was suspended for the conduct of the Exemplification of Charity, Unity and Fraternity. We installed one new member, Dcn Luis Gonzalo, and exemplified a member Doctor from Richmond Council. We had pizza and Salad prior to the meeting. The council passed a Motion to apply left over Right to Life funds to the benefit of the Bishop’s Annual Appeal in the amount of $400.

The Last Officer Meeting was held on November 7 at 6:30 PM. There were eleven in attendance, including four online. We talked about Warning the very generous donation from the Newman Family. The recommendation is a memorial scholarship. We also determined that the budget item “Shriners Bingo” was supposed to be Ronald McDonald House Bingo in the amount of $500. We have never sponsored a Shriners game before, but traditionally sponsor RMDH Bingo games. Our newest online member Jim Clark discussed the ins and outs of outdoor fish frying for our Lenten mission. He offered to gather additional cost information for the council to consider the investment. Coats for Kids will be distributed soon. Invitations will go out for the Special People’s party and Ted requested an advance of the $500 budget. This was approved. DCN Luan Tran will graduate soon from the seminary and begin serving with Fr. Pat Forman in Barre, VT in JAN. His Ordination is anticipated in the spring. We will conduct an Exemplification on December 12.    

The Next Business Meeting will take place on November 4 at 6:30 PM in person and on Zoom. We will vote on the last business meeting minutes, and on the question about the application of the Newman Family Donation. There will be more discussion about the Lenten Fish Fry and upcoming events. Worthy Lecturer Bernie will talk about St Albert the Great (NOV 19), and sing the song Hail Holy Queen Enthroned Above. At 5:30 PM we will enjoy home-made chili, cornbread and dessert. All members welcome.  

Council Checking Account balance: $15,024.96 as of : OCT 31, 2024

Camp Ta Kum Ta Superbingo Account: $2,693.46 as of OCT 31, 2024

Cor (Heart) Formation for men is held every third SAT at Saint John Vianney Parish beginning at 10 AM. Our fourteenth gathering will take place on November 16, 2024. COR Formation is open to all men. I hope to see you there for prayer, formation, and fraternity. Vivat Jesus! For more information check out www.kofc.org/Cor

Our fortieth consecutive First-Friday Council Holy Hour took place on November 1, 2024 at 3 PM at Saint John Vianney. 

We prayed the Glorious Scripture Mysteries of the Holy Rosary.

The Next Holy Hour will be on December 6, 2024. 

Planned for every third Thursday of the month from 6:30 to 9 PM, unexpected events can dictate an alternate date. The next Bingo is November 21. The Bingo provides funds for the Council, Assembly and parish. The Bingo is paying off the council loan used to pay for the bingo equipment and start-up supplies. This can only succeed with a dedicated staff of volunteers. Your help is vital. Having a deep bench will ensure our success. We need help in sales, set-up, kitchen and clean-up. Doors open at 5:30 PM with first game at 6:30 PM. Volunteers should arrive by 4:30 PM. Bring can goods for free game sheets. Make it a family affair. Every worker bee bring along a player!

Pickleball is scheduled in Starksboro on Wednesdays from 7 to 8:30 PM and St Jude on Fridays from 1-3 PM. Contact Ted Barrett or Tammi Walker. You can email Ted at tedbarrett79@gmail.com or Tammi at tjwalker5@gmail.com. 

St John Vianney pickleball is also available by appointment by calling Ray Michaud at 233-0145.

There is no Assembly meeting on November 14. 

The Vermont State District Master is calling for Honor Guard for the Memorial Service of Bishop Louis Gelineau at St Joseph Cathedral on Monday, November 18 at 12 Noon.

Bishop Gelineau was 96 at the time of his death on November 7, 2024 in North Smithfield, RI. He was a native Vermonter who served here as a priest before being appointed Bishop of Providence, RI on DEC 6, 1971. He served the RI flock for more than 25 years. The Bishop will be buried in Vermont. 

There is always a way to make a contribution. Last month Echoes of Grace was an excellent opportunity to work with high school students and learn a lot more about the lives and contributions of the Saints. Also a safe way to get a little spooked out on All Hallowed Eve. 

Age Well is looking for volunteers to deliver Meals on Wheels.  For information about volunteer opportunities, please contact the Age Well Volunteer Team. 802-662-5249, https://www.agewellvt.org/

AspireNow is also looking for help. Call them at(802) 658-8046 or visit their home page at https://aspire1.org.

Unbound is looking for sponsors for children in South America. For as little as $40/month you can make the life of a poor boy or girl and their families more prosperous. UNBOUND.org

Birthright is always looking for donations of money or items needed by parents. They have a brunch on 6 OCT where we will be cooking! Email: burlingtonvt@birthright.org

There are many other opportunities to pray and serve!

In addition to monthly Bingo on third Thursdays, we have monthly Holy Hour on First Fridays, and Cor Formation on third Saturdays.

On December 15 we host our annual Christmas Party for members of our community with intellectual disabilities.  Join the fun! 

In addition to prayer we have Knights in need of visitation. Leonard Robear is now a widower living at Burlington Health and Rehab where George Stevens is also a resident. Last time Leonard was in Room 403. He plans to move so check with the receptionist on room number. George is in room 511. The best time to visit is late afternoons.

Note: if you would like a visitation, please call us!

Check the Save the Date section for other events. 

If none of these interest you, ask us how you can help-we have more ideas. We want to hear your ideas too on how to pay forward our many blessings. 

NOVEMBER 

THU NOV 14 at 6 :30 PM Council Business Meeting (after Chili dinner) at SJV or on Zoom (Exemplification of Chairty, Unity, and Fraternity)

(https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84647582239?pwd=bHF1Y3lsM0I5eFVIbHhONmR4eTMzUT09) (Meeting ID: 846 4758 2239. Passcode: 297697) 

SAT NOV 16 at 10-11:30 AM COR Formation for Men at St John Vianney Parish 

MON NOV 18 at Noon Memorial Mass for Bishop Louis Gelineau at ST Joseph’s Cathedral 

THU NOV 21 at 6:30 PM SJV Bingo! Doors open at 5:30 PM. Light snacks and beverages available. Chance to win $1,000. (Volunteers should arrive at 4:30 PM for set-up, food court, or pop-open ticket sales) 

DECEMBER

THU DEC 05 at 6:30 PM Council Officer Meeting (After pizza) at SJV or on Zoom

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84053360051?pwd=VUoveHR3WktLVGplbk1MRkU1QVJqQT09 (Meeting ID: 840 5336 0051. Passcode: 179347) 

FRI DEC 06 at 3 PM Holy Hour at SJV. Come early and lead a decade of the scripture Holy Rosary. 

THU DEC 12 at 6 :30 PM Council Business Meeting (after dinner) at SJV or on Zoom (Exemplification of Chairty, Unity, and Fraternity)

(https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84647582239?pwd=bHF1Y3lsM0I5eFVIbHhONmR4eTMzUT09) (Meeting ID: 846 4758 2239. Passcode: 297697) 

SUN DEC 15 1 to 3 PM Annual Special People’s Party at SJV Hall. Help needed. 

SUN DEC 15 6 to 8 PM Annual Council 7525 Christmas Party and Gift Exchange at ST John Vianney parish Hall 

THU DEC 19 at 6:30 PM SJV Bingo! Doors open at 5:30 PM. Light snacks and beverages available. Chance to win $1,000. (Volunteers should arrive at 4:30 PM for set-up, food court, or pop-open ticket sales) 

SAT DEC 21 at 10-11:30 AM COR Formation for Men at St John Vianney Parish

Our Worthy Lecturer Bernie Prendergast will tell us about the faith and virtue of St Albert the Great (NOV 15), and sing the song Hail Holy Queen Enthroned Above

Some of you have been very busy recruiting new members. For that reason we will conduct an Exemplification of Charity, Fraternity, and Unity, during our December 12 Business Meeting. Please welcome our new members when you see them and invite them to a meeting or event. Remind them to pursue the Knight in Shining Armor Award. Our newest members are Dcn Luis Gonzalo, Mike Pasqual, and Jim Clark. Going forward, let us be mindful of using CARE to recruit and retain new members. This can be done anytime you meet a Catholic Gentleman.

Jimmy Monroe, cousin of GK with Melanoma, Robert Morris, nephew of GK,  Jacobi Roulette, 7 Mo old Great-Grandson of Mike Audette, PGK Louis Lauzon of St Marks, Nathan Cookson, Kenneth Limoge, SK Joe Groleau (in hospital), a friend of Fr. Naples whose daughter was recently diagnosed with leukemia, Mike and Pam Audette, Bishop John McDermott, Timothy O'Neill, Fr. Jeremias Tigga, Ben Fine (son-in-law of Ray Michaud), PGK Ray Miller,  General success of Catholic Radio, Mason and Elizabeth Bullock, Richard Labrecque, Leonard Robear, Chris Johnson, Arlene Michaud (Ray's sister), Gail Couillard, Marilyn LaCount, Friend of David Gravelin, Anthony Naples, Andre Ricard (Assembly 1157 Newport), Zak Bigelow and family, Pope Francis, Mrs. Jackie Crosby, An anonymous member in distress, Niko Limnos and Family, Mother-in-law of Ronnie Sweet, William Cannon and Family, Michael Gravelin, Mark and Paulette Noyes and Family (esp. Levi age 7), John O' Brien, Cheryl Allain, Claire Myers, Kelly Jackson (daughter of late PGK Jeff Jackson), PGK Bernie Hemond, Dick and Sandy Stevens, Beth-Ann Prendergast, Mariette Nadeau, Jeff and Kay Jarvis, Tom Gravelin, Chuck Schifilliti, Gerry Seney, Robert Gravelin, Keith Marston, Sue Cottrell, (23 year old woman fighting cancer), Kevin and Chad Limoge, Vickie Linton, George Stevens (Assembly 2106), James Read, Gene Tofferi,  Jeffrey Claude Danis and family, Stuart Fath, Wally Rooney, Ed and Theresa Curtiss, one anonymous brother knight, the people of Ukraine, Israel, Gaza and an end to the wars. All clergy and religious. All victims and families of COVID-19, hurricanes (especially Helene and Milton) and flooding. First Responders, police, and firefighters. For a just solution in the Middle East, that pregnant women will choose life and for new members to join the Order. 

For all the faithfully departed and their grieving families, especially SK Edward F. Schirmer. May he rest in peace and may his family and all the families of the deceased be comforted by the promise of everlasting life in the Kingdom of Heaven.

Saint John Vianney Council 7525

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