These are certainly uncharted waters. Please be aware, the organizations at St Clement of Rome are here to help. If you are in need of an emergency item please call the parish office and we will try and assist you. The Parish Office is 1-586-752-9611. Alternatively, you can leave us an email by clicking the button below. We will do our best to help.
Stay safe. Stay inside. Keep praying your Rosary.
Many of the “good” we do goes unnoticed. And, that’s alright. We strive to make a difference in the world. Maybe not the world at large but certainly our little world; our family, friends, neighbors and co-workers. Even then, the moments of recognition or satisfaction are fleeting if ever manifested at all.
This is the saga of the pro-life movement. Our council is certainly directly involved and supports the many efforts dedicated to ending the wholesale slaughter of our children. Ron and Judy Stec have been on the frontlines of the movement for as long as I’ve known them. They’re out talking to people, handing out information, praying with (and for) people as they struggle in the real world with the complications that bearing children always brings.
Judy shared a wonderful encounter she had and the life changing effect of being present for another person. This story unfolded at the Armada Fair last year.
Ron and I were standing behind the tables we had set up at the Armada Fair. We were getting signatures for the petition drive to “End Dismemberment Abortion.” A lady came up. We talked a little and she signed it. With her, she had a little girl and a little boy in a stroller with her. They started to walk away.
She turned back to me, leaned forward real close and whispered in my ear… “I have to tell you that it is because of you and the man that is with you that my son sleeping in the stroller here is with me today. I came to the fair for last three years looking for you to tell you this. ‘I was going to have an abortion and because of you and this booth, on that day I decided to have my baby, and here he is.’”
Her beautiful little boy was asleep. They’d been at the fair whole day. I told her she made me happy and very grateful she shared this with me. I asked her if I could take his picture. She said “of course”. She then hugged me and kissed the cheek. I told her, “we always say it would be worth it if we can save only one life”.
She told me we did! “And here he is,” as she pointed to her son!
Keep going. What you do matters. Thank you Ron and Judy for being such fine examples of God love in the world.
By now, you may have heard about the Knights changing their admission ceremony. We are pulling down a veil of secrecy surrounding our ceremonies. This is an effort to showcase our core principles and encourage Catholic men to become spiritual leaders in this family, parish and community.
“There is nothing we do that is secret or needs to be secret. We decided this is a way to let other parishioners know, family members know, what the Knights of Columbus is all about. And we think that’s a good thing.”
Supreme Knight Carl Anderson
The future of our Order depends upon growth. True growth can only be accomplished by providing an inviting entry path that is accessible to prospective members and their families. Efforts to create a combined ceremony focused on 1.) removing the barriers of secrecy and 2.) the commitment of time inhibiting many from joining. It also focuses on presenting the lessons of Charity, Unity and Fraternity in a clear and convincing manner. This new Exemplification is designed to be held in a parish with family and friends seated in the pews. All can now witness – firsthand – the organization their husbands, fathers and brothers are joining; its principles, values, and why they matter. The new Exemplification of Charity, Unity and Fraternity stays true to our traditions while addressing the needs of our times.
This is not a casual event.
CANDIDATES: Please wear a suit and tie, but a collared dress shirt with dress pants is also appropriate.
PRESENTERS: The preferred attire is suit and tie with ceremonial baldric. At the very minimum shirt, blazer, and slacks with ceremonial baldric.
COUNCIL OFFICERS: The preferred attire is suit and tie with Medal of Office. Matching, branded Knights of Columbus Council shirts would also be appropriate.
It’s the beginning of a new era for the Knights of Columbus: A modern single, public exemplification ceremony can now be used to welcome men to our ranks as full members of the Order. The new ceremony combines the three ceremonies used in the past.
This issue takes an in-depth look at the new exemplification ceremony: what it is, why it’s changed and how you can run one.
New Ceremony: Rooted in past and tailored for present (Read more here)
Eight steps for a successful new exemplification (Read more here)
The four items every council needs (Read more here)
FAQs about the new K of C exemplification (Read more here)
Five questions with new director of ceremonials (Read more here)
Who’s who at the new K of C exemplification (Read more here)
A momentous day for the Knights of Columbus (Read more here)
Again this year our Council supported the Romeo Relay for Life. The picture above is Bernie Bianche and Grand Knight Joe Suminski. Both men are cancer survivors. Thank you to Tom Benoit for being a leader in this event for our community.
Another great time was had by all. Dispute an overcast day, we had a great turn out. Many ministries of the parish came together and pulled off the event of the summer. We had bouncy houses, ice cream trucks, marvellous food and the Knights hosted the Hospitality Suite as usual. Thanks to all.
Another banner year for the lovers of Pasta. Thank you everyone, the workers, the diners and the fans. We had plenty of help this year and we also had lots of hungry customers.
It’s finally here. The event of the year, Romeo’s Peach Festival weekend. We have a lot going on this weekend and – as usual, we can use some help. We host a pasta dinner this Friday. There’s a link HERE. Please show up around 3 pm so we can get the place set up and ready for guests. The sign-up site maxes out at 20 people, we can use more than that. Just show up and help. Also, if you can bring a dessert that would be great. As I understand it, peach pies are off the list as are cupcakes. Drop them off anytime Friday morning in the Social Hall. Joes looking for a couple of people to help out Thursday morning setting up the Social Hall and doing some cooking. If you can help, call Joe or just show up.
We also run the parking lot during Peachfest. It takes 6 people minimum per shift to cover all the spots. This is a big moneymaker for the Council. Please consider doing a shift or two so the same 10 guys aren’t there all weekend. There’s a link HERE.
Listen to these cool cats, they know the score….
Whats a life well-lived? I do believe it’s having 200 friends and family show up for your birthday party. Norm Rumph was surrounded by friends and family yesterday to tell stories, share a memory and break bread. Maybe the best story was figuring out exactly when Norms birthday is and what – if any – his middle name could be. Regardless of his actual birthday, it’s amazing the cross-section of the community that showed up to pay tribute to a man that’s contributed so much. Happy Birthday, Norm. There was a rumor early on in the afternoon that Norm would be leading a “dollar dance” to raise funds for his 100th.
Last night, July 8th, the State Leadership held the second Detroit Diocesan meeting at St Isidore. It was very well attended. It was mostly business but there was a little fun too. Thanks to the Brothers at St Isidore for hosting us.
Well, I’m not sure how uber it is really. This month we are going to combine our Planning Meeting and our General Membership Meeting into one. Both meetings will be on June 13th. The Planning Session will start at 6:30 pm and the regular meeting will kick off at 7 pm in the Knights Room at St Clement. We have election results turned in my June 15 so, you can sense our dilemma.
I’d like to get in a Rosary before. Maybe the Rosary A-Team can meet in the Day Chapel at 6 pm? I’ll be there.
It’s time for the M.I. Drive. This campaign, often referred to as the “Tootsie Roll Drive” is really a “Campaign for People with Intellectual Disabilities” The nickname is due to the nature of the fundraiser, in which Knights distribute candy bars, very often specially marked Tootsie Rolls in exchange for donations used to support programs geared to improve the Quality of Life for people with Disabilities, in particular, Special Olympics. So please, if you happen to see our Men & Women Members and Volunteers out on Columbus Day Weekend please find it in your hearts to donate.
And that brings me to YOUR part! We’re looking for a few guys to take 2 hours shifts during the weekend. If you can help us out and sign up, that would be very wonderful. Please have a look at the spots available – CLICK HERE.
Locations
Almont 4 Corners
Almont Vinckiers
Romeo Marathon 32 Mile and M53
Romeo Post Office
Romeo Sheena’s
Romeo Tractor Supply
What’s that you say? You’d like to donate to this special event directly without all the added bother of finding us around town, please click on the Tootsie Roll below.
This was our best year ever. The best guess is that we had about 30 people that ventured north to Imlay City. The food was good, the beer was cold and the company, as usual, was excellent. I’d suggest coming along next year. It was a hoot. The good news? We’re getting to the end of Lent. The bad news? You missed a really good time.
Knights of Columbus Council 4556 Our Lady Queen of Peace Imlay City Michigan @KofC #UnleashTheGospel @DetArchbishop@DetroitCatholic @CHSL1926#UTGChallenge
It’s become a yearly tradition to pick one Friday in Lent and descend on our fellow Brothers in Imlay City to support their Fish Fry. This Friday (April 5ht) is that Friday. We’re going to try to get there at 5 pm this year to get a better selection of fish. Below is the slick marketing piece we produced this year.
Be there or be square! 🙂
$12 Adults, $11 Seniors, $6 Kids ages 6 – 10, Kids under 5 eat free.
Bring a can/box of food and got $1 off your meal.
Where
Council 4556
Our Lady Queen of Peace
1405 N. Van Dyke Rd
Imlay City, MI 48444
ph: (810) 724-8563
A good time was had by all. This event is always well attended and the food was really very good.
Saturday, February 23, 2019
DeCarlo’s Banquet & Convention Center
6015 East 10 Mile Rd. Warren, Michigan 48091
Because we were just not ready to call it a night, we had to stop by the Sandbagger and have just one more. Just one.
Detroit Archdiocese, Knights of Columbus, Michigan State Council, State Chaplain, DeCarlo’s Banquet,
Even though I put this together last year, it’s just as topical as ever. We don’t plan to fail, we fail to plan.
Well, how are we doing? We’re a month in. Did you make any goals for yourself? No? Most people don’t. Why? I’m sure there are a variety of reasons. Maybe the most common reason goes something like this, “why bother? After a couple weeks I’m totally off-course.”
Don’t beat yourself up. The first week of February is a fine time to get it together and start over. If you’re looking for diet, relationship, financial or career goals, this isn’t isn’t the right place. However, if you’re a Catholic man of faith and want to up your game this year, you have arrived.
I’ve been binging on
With that
This is the plan for holiness. This is the plan for us men to become Saints. We’re called to lead in our homes, parish, community, and in our councils; this is how to lead. Follow this plan and be the leader God wants you to become.
There it is. A plan. An easy to follow
The Church needs men of faith and men of action. In these dark times, stand up and be counted.
And in closing, if you’re looking for gift ideas for me… Dr Marshall has some super sweet swag. I’d look really good drinking coffee out of this V is for Vigano mug. There are also teeshirts.
It was another record-breaking year. Santa and his elves took up residence in the social hall most of the day today. And, as you’ll soon see, it wasn’t only the kids that wanted in on the action.
Thank you to everyone that showed up to help, thanks to the kids and parents. If you’d like to use these photos, please do. Merry Christmas.
