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Fraternal Leader Advisory
Breaking News | Reminders | Resources | Recommendations
Volume 17 | December 3, 2020
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NEW Guidelines for Council Meetings
The Supreme Council has issued new guidelines for council meetings that are effective immediately. Significant changes include a new, streamlined agenda and detailed suggestions on best practices for meetings that members will find rewarding, informative, and enjoyable. This revised and expanded guidebook provides everything you need to plan and host such meetings. It includes checklists, agendas, scripts, virtual meeting guidelines, and tips for making reports. This Frequently Asked Questions document provides additional clarification.
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January 1, 2021 - Supreme Assessments Waived
In his Nov. 24 notice to district deputies, grand knights and financial secretaries , the Supreme Secretary announced the Board of Directors decision to waive all January 1, 2021, Supreme Council assessments. As we all continue to fight the pandemic, this action will free up resources for council Leave No Neighbor Behind efforts.
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Past Volumes of the Fraternal Leader Advisory
All previous volumes of the Fraternal Leader Advisory are archived on kofc.org/neighbor under "Fraternal Operations During COVID-19." Click here to view.
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Supporting the Global Wheelchair Mission
Thursday, Dec. 10, 2020 | 8:00 PM EST
Join the President of the American Wheelchair Mission, Director of Public Education for the American Wheelchair Mission, Supreme Council staff, and fellow Knights for a special programs training and webinar about holding a Wheelchair Sunday event at your parish! This training is geared toward wheelchair chairmen, community program directors, program directors and grand knights.
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New Guidelines for Council Meetings
Thursday, Dec. 17, 2020 | 8:00 PM EST
Council meetings are a key part of a Knight's experience. After extensive research and a survey of over 55,000 Knights, the Fraternal Mission staff has developed new guidelines for council meetings that reflect what Knights want and need today.
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The following will be covered during this webinar:
- Survey results of member inputs
- New agenda and guidelines for council meetings
- New agenda and guidelines for officers’ planning meetings
- Best practices for efficient, productive meetings
- Guidelines for virtual meetings
- New resource materials for meetings
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Limited Time Offer! Free Online Membership*
We have four weeks left to sign-up prospects online for $0 first-year dues. Spread the word by submitting a Radio Ad to your local station or placing an ad in your parish bulletin or diocesan paper. They are also appropriate for posting to social media. Be sure to encourage others to like and share them.
*Only available in insurance jurisdictions.
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Partnering with Your Pastor
Our clergy can be our best recruiters. Their endorsement of what we do and their encouragement to join can be invaluable. Here is a very practical tip for how you can engage your pastor or bishop and gain his support.
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Working with Your Agent
Our agents have done a great job during COVID of pivoting to a virtual sales model. There is much we can learn from them to help us identify and cultivate prospective members, and to convince them to join. Here is a great idea for partnering with your agent to help each of you meet your goals.
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Supreme Council Online Exemplification
The Supreme Council continues to offer scheduled and on-demand degrees. Click here for a schedule of upcoming degrees along with an invitation to send to prospects.
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Evangelization and Faith Formation |
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NEW Remote Programming Supplement: A Guide for Expanded Participation
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REMINDER: FORM DUE DATES FAST APPROACHING
It’s essential that your council submit the required forms in a timely manner, no later than the due date. Here are the forms with deadlines fast approaching:
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Global Wheelchair Mission
Working with the Global Wheelchair Mission is the perfect opportunity to involve the entire parish in a Knights of Columbus program. For more information on how your council can get involved with this feel good program please visit kofc.org/wheelchair and be sure to register for our webinar on Thursday, Dec. 10, 2020.
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Life: Novena for Life
Join thousands of Catholics and fellow Knights to pray for life during the bishops’ annual 9 Days for Life Novena from January 21-29. Visit 9daysforlife.com to sign up for daily prayer reminders.
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For more information about this month's highlighted programs click here.
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Are you on track to bring in 12 new Knights before Christmas and earn a $250 gift card? Learn more and track your progress here.
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It is essential that you hold a district mid-year meeting as soon as possible after your Jurisdiction meeting. Your leadership is vital to the success of councils during the second half of the fraternal year. Click here for a suggested agenda and notes to assist you in hosting an impactful meeting.
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A District Deputy Semiannual Report on Council Status (#944) is due for each council by December 31. These forms should be submitted promptly after your official meeting with each council.
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Grand Knight
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The Semiannual Council Audit Report (#1295) was due August 15. In order to maintain the bonding provided for your Financial Secretary and Treasurer these audits must be on file at the Supreme Council. Guidelines for completing this form can be found on page 11 of Leadership Resources. Audits should be emailed to [email protected]. If necessary, due to social distancing restrictions, the audit can be provided to the auditing committee through mail or email. Then once each member provides a confirmation that they agree, the audit may be submitted with the names of the committee typed into the signature lines.
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If you have not appointed a council Chaplain or are having difficulty working with your pastor, review our guidelines and suggestions for successful partnering with your pastor.
Financial Secretary
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Review the new Leadership Resources for practical information on the role of Financial Secretary.
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If you have not already done so, submit the Report of Officers Chosen for Term (#185) and Service Program Personnel Report (#365). These forms are now past due. This short tutorial will walk you through the online submission process which updates the information immediately.
Membership Director
- Social distancing restrictions can make traditional Church Drives difficult. Inviting Catholic men who are participating in your programs to join your council is a great way to overcome this challenge. Work with your Program Director to extend invitations at virtual and in person activities.
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Thank you for your service to the Order. If you have any questions or suggestions during your term, please email [email protected]
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