April Webinar: Practical Tips for a Strong Finish | |
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Has your Council achieved all its objectives this year? Make the last two months count! Please join us on Thursday, April 18th at 8:00 PM ET, for an informative fraternal webinar entitled Practical Tips for a Strong Finish.
This webinar will be packed with information to assist councils in successfully completing all aspects of council activities and operations – Growth, programs, and much more will be discussed! We’ll cover essential information, practical suggestions, and concrete examples. And remember, if you can't join us live, it will be available on-demand afterwards. Be sure to sign-up to ensure you get the link for this important webinar. Click on the button below to register.
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Important Reminders for Fraternal Leaders | |
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District Deputy
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Encourage your councils to submit the Columbian Award Application (#SP-7) as soon as they earn 16 program activities. This ensures timely processing. They should continue to file the Fraternal Programs Report Form (#10784) for all additional programs conducted.
- Make preparations to attend your jurisdiction’s annual State Convention. Ensure that each of your councils plans to attend as well.
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Conduct a quarterly district meeting to ensure your councils close the fraternal year strong. Review Star Council progress, council election procedures, and have council leaders share best practices.
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Grand Knight
- Appoint a nominating committee to recommend officers for the next fraternal year. Have the committee look beyond the usual volunteers to find a good mix of candidates representing fresh ideas and sound council practices.
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Ensure timely processing of your RSVP and Food for Families refund applications by gathering the necessary supporting documentation and submitting the forms early.
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Complete the Fraternal Benefit Seminar Form (#11077) as soon as possible after participating in an approved seminar.
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Financial Secretary
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Council Payments Due - The Per Capita, Catholic Advertising and Culture of Life levies are due to the Supreme Council before April 10. Failure to pay will result in suspension of the council. A suspended council may not be seated at their state convention, nor are its members eligible to be delegates to the Supreme Council Meeting and Convention. Your council assessment bill can be found in Officers Online on the “Reports” tab.
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Timely processing of member additions and changes is critical as we approach the end of the fraternal year. If your council is on track to earn Star Council, all form 100s need to be processed by June 30. You can submit a paper form 100 or use the Candidate Tab on Officers Online.
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Fourth Degree
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Quarterly District Master training will continue on Monday April 22, 2024 at 8:00 PM EST. We will discuss end of Fraternal Year planning (award applications, making sure forms are submitted, preparing for the next Fraternal Year) and our continued build up to the 4th Degree's 125th Anniversary in February of 2025. Please call or email me with any questions: Michael J. Porter, 4th Degree Director of Training: MJPKNIGHT9282@AOL.COM
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Register for upcoming online sessions by clicking on the links below or you can watch on demand after the live session. On demand training can be found at kofc.org/training.
Note: All Times are Eastern
April 17, 2024, 8:00 PM..............Advertising Council Events
April 25, 2024, 8:00 PM..............Completing the SP-7 for the Columbian Award
April 29, 2024, 10:00 PM............Financial Officer Training
April 30, 2024, 8:00 PM..............State Council Officer Succession Planning
May 7, 2024 8:00 PM.................Guidelines for conducting council meetings
May 8, 2024 10:00 PM...............Running A Successful Exemplification
May 14, 2024 8:00 PM...............Options for Entering Forms 185 & 365
May 21, 2024 8:00 PM...............Grand Knight Basics: Part One
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Donate to ASAP at Your State Convention!
If your council hasn’t participated in the ASAP program yet, the “Pass the Hat” incentive is a great way to get involved! Supreme will match 25% of all donations (for up to $50k donated) made at your state’s convention. Donations can be collected prior to the state convention, so set aside some council funds and ask your members to donate to this worthy cause! Contact your state council and ask if they will participate in this year’s incentive!
Mother’s Day is another perfect opportunity to collect funds for mothers in need! Read the ASAP program’s Handbook for ideas including baby bottle or item drives. K of C-branded baby bottles can be purchased on Supplies Online and can be found in the “Pregnancy Center Support” folder on the site.
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Global Wheelchair Mission
Since 2003, Knights of Columbus councils from the United States and Canada have sponsored the distribution of over 100,000 wheelchairs to communities in countries around the world as well as in their own hometowns. Today, the need for wheelchairs has reached an all-time high of 100 million people worldwide. Every small donation a council makes towards the Global Wheelchair Mission will go a long way in answering the prayers of those who are mobility inclined. For program details, visit the American Wheelchair Mission or the Canadian wheelchair Foundation.
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Eucharistic Processions
The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage is set to begin on May 17th at four locations: Minnesota, Connecticut, Texas, and California. Information and routes can be found at eucharisticpilgrimage.org. Councils should be ready to assist their parishes and provide their pastors with the support they need to organize a Eucharistic Procession on June 2nd, the Feast of Corpus Christi (also known as the Feast of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ). Resources including training videos to instructional guides can be found at kofc.org/eucharist. Eucharistic Processions fall under the “Holy Hour” program and are a Featured Program.
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New Membership Recruitment Materials Available | |
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New membership recruitment materials around the message “Point the World to Jesus Christ” have been prepared and are now available on Supplies Online. To access these materials, log into Officers Online and click the Supplies Online link. You should see a banner ad with these materials. Be sure to review the toolkit document, which will explain the messaging strategy and how to use it. Additionally, you will find items for order (brochures, handout cards) and items for download (social media graphics, a video and sample bulletin, and a pulpit announcement). These materials are designed to assist council recruiting efforts, including Church Drives.
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Mark Your Calendar – Agent Career Events | |
Employment Opportunities | |
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The Knights of Columbus Fraternal Mission Department has a fantastic job opportunity. Please feel free to forward to any members who may be qualified:
Manager of College Councils
Serves as Manager of the Coordinator of College Councils and operations in the Supreme Office. Directly responsible for College Council health, growth and development on college campuses in the United States and Canada. Performs other duties as assigned by, and in the manner proscribed by, the Director of College Councils.
Click HERE for more information and to apply.
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Thank you for your service to the Order. If you have any questions or suggestions during your term, please email fraternalmission@kofc.org | | | | |
