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By popular request for the Knights & Squires Christmas song last night, please use the music of this Christmas Carol with the lyrics below. >>Click here to enlarge.
Amazing Night at Carmel Heights December 10, 2007 >>click here for enlarged slide show
On December 10th 2007, the Knights of Columbus went Carol singing at Carmel Heights. This event was a beautiful experience with the presence of the Squires and the youth choir conducted by Bro.William. The youth brought their vibrance, the choir with their enchanting voice and above all the residents at Carmel Heights with the season’s spirit and love.
The solo singing performances by Simon Jude, Rochelle Pires , Alvin and JR were one of the outstanding features of the evening. The Knights conducted the game ‘Name that tune’. In moments after the tune was played by Simeon Remedios, the residents of Carmel Heights identified the song and enjoyed singing it. This game took them back to memory lane and their enthusiasm sparkled each eye gathered there.
Sincere thanks to the Grand Knight for bringing the beautifully decorated cake. It was an evening that marked the true meaning of Christmas of sharing love, joy, peace and happiness. The residents of Carmel Heights were thrilled and overwhelmed. They expressed their happiness to the youth and the Knights by talking to them, singing and some of the residents gave a mini tour of their seniors’ home to the youth. The sisters of Carmel heights expressed their gratitude and happiness in conducting such an event.
Indeed it was a memorable experience!!!!
Jestin Nazren
Community Director
LIGHT UP FOR CHRIST
Brother Knights and their families of the St. Francis Xavier Council # 12067, braved the freezing temperatures (- 6 'C and wind) to get into the spirit of Christmas at our very first LIGHT UP FOR CHRIST event on the 4th of December, 2007 at 7.45 pm. It was really very overwhelming to see such a good turnout. Due to the renovations of the church we were a little bit inconvenienced, but at the end of it all, it was a fantastic evening.Yes we did have a makeshift crib and temporarily lighting, but the show went on.
The evening started with a prayer, which reminded us that the most important notion for this season is to keep Christ in Christmas as Jesus is the reason for this season. We then went on to sing Christmas carols that were apt for the time of the night and the season. There was hot chocolate, tea and timbits to warm up the revelers in the freezing cold.
Kudos to our musicians – Victor, Luis and William, with frozen fingers the music was still the best. Thanks to Mrs. Mascarenhas for offering to print the carols.
Thanks to all of you who helped make this event a very successful one.
Please look out for the sign that will be posted on the church lawns, sponsored by our council – reminding passers by to, KEEP CHRIST IN CHRISTMAS.
A nice reflection for the season
Lord,
What shall I offer you on your birthday in return for your infinite love? I have neither gold nor silver, neither myrrh nor frankincense. My house is without a roof. I have no room for you; not even a manger. My soul is even darker than the clouds of my passion. My eyes are too dim to look beyond the horizon of myself. Help me behold your bright star; "For in thy light we shall see light." Lord, You have been knocking on my door for all these years, but I never dared let you in because my garment is not white as snow. Forgive me if I do not invite you to my table, for my table is full of everything you despise. I have denied you more than Peter. I have doubted you more than Thomas. I have betrayed you more than Judas. My hands are empty. My lips are not clean to sing your praise. And my heart is wrinkled with sorrow like a withered leaf under autumn's wind. Lord, the only thing I can offer you on your birthday is myself. Drown me in the ocean of your love. Feed me with your heavenly bread, for the bread of this world will never satisfy my hunger. Quench my thirst with your divine fountain, for the water of this earth will never satisfy my thirst. Give me your eyes to see what you see, your ears to hear what you hear and your heart to love what you love. Take me with you to Mount Tabor and let me bathe in your eternal light. Lord, "Create a clean heart in me. Cast me not away from Thy face. Restore unto me the joy of Thy salvation, and strengthen me with a perfect spirit." Teach me how to pray in simple words, for only through prayers I may overcome my loneliness.
Help me to care for the needy, the oppressed, the orphans, the sinners and the despised whom you love.
As I kneel before your manger with love and humility I beseech you to listen to my prayers. Amen.
May you all have a Holy and Blessed Christmas.
Bro. Hilary Dsouza
Church Director.
CARMEL HEIGHTS BINGO
Once again, The Carmel Heights Bingo was conducted last month on, Wednesday, the 29th of 
November, 2007. Some of the residents there, made their way to the hall, carefully maneuvering their walkers and wheelchairs through the passage ways and doors of the home. They really seemed to have a lot of fun playing the game in all their modesty. There were a couple of blind ladies who enjoyed the game too, specially when their HELPER shouted “Bingo”. And Yes - these Helpers were none other than a few Knights from our Council and a few Squires. Thank you to all these SPECIAL HELPERS. After the game Bro. Savio Pereira (Squires Chief Counsellor) assisted the Chief Squire in introducing the Squires and their activities. As the seniors sipped their tea, Brother Luis Gomes (Squires Counsellor) played the guitar while all the rest joined in singing a few songs and carols. This was really appreciated by the seniors. Sister Veronica, then invited the Knights and Squires to a tour of the chapel, which is a very beautiful place of worship, kept clean and tidy and has a very peacefull setting. All in all it was a wonderful experience. All Bro. Knights are encouraged to try and make it to one of these bingo’s that is held on the last Wednesday of every month. You will definitely come back with a feeling of great satisfaction that your evening was well spent.COMMUNITY DIRECTOR,
JESTIN NAZREN
District #53's Soccer Penalty-Kick
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| District #53's Soccer Penalty-Ki |
" Worthy Brothers, our council hosted District #53's Soccer Penalty-Kick on Saturday, October 13th at San Lorenzo Ruiz soccer field. It was a very cold and damp day; however, our Youth Director Bro. Craig DeSouza was able to pull off another successful event. The competition was between winners from Christ The King Council and our Council's winners. Thanks to all the volunteers that took time to come out and assist us with the competition.
Vivat Jesus!
Bro. Valens Almeida"
Vivat Jesus!
Bro. Valens Almeida"
Knights Rosary Week
All Brothers, Squires and family are invited to pray the Rosary at The Rosary Garden St. Joseph's Parish 5440 Durie Rd. Streetsville, ON. Monday October 15, Wednesday October 17 and Friday October 19 starting promptly at 6.45pm. Weekday Mass at St. Joseph's Parish is at 7.30pm View Larger Map
St. Joseph's Parish website
Youth Soccer Penalty Kick Contest >>click here to view enlarged slide show
"Worthy Brothers,
I would like to thank our Youth Director, Bro. Craig DeSouza for organizing a very successful Inaugural Soccer Penalty Kick Contest. The event was attended by over 50 kids; however, only 30 participants qualified to enter the contest based on their age. Brother Craig and his team of volunteers arrived at 8:00 am and did an excellent job of setting up the registration tables and tent.
Winners will advance to our District #53 competition which will be hosted by our council at San Lorenzo Ruiz School soccer field on Saturday, October 13th @ 9:30 am.
Congratulations to our Youth Director on a job well done!"
Regards,
Bro. Valens
I would like to thank our Youth Director, Bro. Craig DeSouza for organizing a very successful Inaugural Soccer Penalty Kick Contest. The event was attended by over 50 kids; however, only 30 participants qualified to enter the contest based on their age. Brother Craig and his team of volunteers arrived at 8:00 am and did an excellent job of setting up the registration tables and tent.
Winners will advance to our District #53 competition which will be hosted by our council at San Lorenzo Ruiz School soccer field on Saturday, October 13th @ 9:30 am.
Congratulations to our Youth Director on a job well done!"
Regards,
Bro. Valens
Grand Knight - Council 12067
Worthy Brothers,Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate with family and friends all the great joys that the Lord has provided. Let’s all pray for peace and harmony around the world.
Remember, as Knights let’s do our part to help the less fortunate by donating to the food banks in the Mississauga area.
I would like to wish you and your families a very safe and Happy Thanksgiving!
Vivat Jesus!
Bro. Valens Almeida, GK
Knights September 2007 Events in pictures
Our council held another successful Life-Chain on Sunday, September 30 between 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm. We had 77 participants which included Knights and Squires. Participants prayed the Rosary and donated $59.08 through a collection taken on site.Monsignor T. D'Souza's 75th Birthday Bash
"Worthy Brothers, our Chaplain Monsignor Terence D'Souza will be celebrating his 75th Birthday on November 23rd, 2007. I encourage all brothers to attend this event so we can celebrate a major milestone in his life. If you would like to purchase tickets through our council, please call me at (905) 507-8773, or email: valens.almeida@sympatico.ca "
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"Worthy Brothers,"
Please assist our 10th Anniversary Dance committee with promoting advertisements to be placed in our anniversary booklet. Please download the following form and have any potential advertisers fill it out ASAP. We will be starting to prepare our booklet shortly which will contain milestones reached over the past 10 years. This will certainly be a memento every knight will want to keep.
Fraternally,
Bro. Valens Almeida, GK
Download advertising form here
10th Anniversary Dinner & Dance - November 3rd, 2007
Dear Worthy Brothers,
St. Francis Xavier Council-12067 will be celebrating our 10th Anniversary on November 3rd, 2007 at the Novotel Hotel, located at Burnhamthrope and Hurontario.
Our goal is to sell out form participation within our Council and not have to contact other councils. In order to host this event in style and attain a special venue like the Novotel Hotel, we are committed to selling 200 tickets (20 tables with 10 per table). Since this will be a major milestone for our Council, it would be a great joy for us to fill the hall with Knights from our Council.
Therefore, the committee would humbly ask that each one of you join us in celebrating our Council's accomplishments and achievements over the past 10 years. Let's consider this an opportunity to rejuvenate our enthusiasm and passion for wanting to make a difference.
In the next two or three weeks, the organizing committee will be contacting each one of you to confirm your attendance.
Please make every effort to support this once in a lifetime event.
Fraternally,
Valens Almeida, GK
St. Francis Xavier Council-12067 will be celebrating our 10th Anniversary on November 3rd, 2007 at the Novotel Hotel, located at Burnhamthrope and Hurontario.
Our goal is to sell out form participation within our Council and not have to contact other councils. In order to host this event in style and attain a special venue like the Novotel Hotel, we are committed to selling 200 tickets (20 tables with 10 per table). Since this will be a major milestone for our Council, it would be a great joy for us to fill the hall with Knights from our Council.
Therefore, the committee would humbly ask that each one of you join us in celebrating our Council's accomplishments and achievements over the past 10 years. Let's consider this an opportunity to rejuvenate our enthusiasm and passion for wanting to make a difference.
In the next two or three weeks, the organizing committee will be contacting each one of you to confirm your attendance.
Please make every effort to support this once in a lifetime event.
Fraternally,
Valens Almeida, GK
Nino Hizon Receives K of C Award at St. Marcellinus
Nino Hizon, the winner of the 2007 Knights of Columbus Council 12067 Award at St. Marcellinus Secondary School last night.
The Best Squires Circle in Ontario >>click here to view pictures
St. Francis Xavier Columbian Squires Circle 4681 received two Awards at the 53rd Squires Convention. "Circle of the Year" and "Godfrey Gunawardana Membership Committee Award 2006 - 2006 1st Place"
Elected Officers for Fraternal Year 2007 - 2008
Postion | Elected Officers |
Grand Knight | Valens Almeida |
Deputy Grand Knight | Simon Mendes |
Chancellor | Joseph Remedios |
Treasurer | Hilary Fernandes |
Recorder | Jude D'Souza |
Advocate | Edwin D'Cruz |
Warden | Belarmino (Jojo) Medrano |
Outside Guard | Mounty Mattos Robert Chen |
Inside Guard | Edgar Dias Saturino D'Sa |
Trustee Third Year | Rudolph Noronha |
Trustee Second Year | Pepito D'Souza |
Trustee First Year | Alvin Velasco |
Mississauga Marathon 2007 >>click on image to enlarge
The Water Station run by the Mississauga Knights of Columbus at the Mississauga Marathon earlier today.Bro. Peter proudly wears his Knights Jacket - April 21, 2007
19 Brother Knights contributed towards purchase of a replacement jacket that Bro. Peter lost during his accident. He was totally surprised and overwhelmed at the presentation this Afternoon. Bro. Peter proudly wore his new Knights jacket.
Easter Vigil - Risen Lord
Our Past Grand Knights and members of the 4th Degree carried the Risen Lord at the Easter Vigil Service. Thanks to brothers Mathew, Fred, Gabriel, Jude, Valeriano, Edward, Reynold and Valens.
Founder's Day - March 29 - PLEASE REPLY
Brothers,Our District of the Knights of Columbus will be celebrating the 125thAnniversary of our Founding on Thursday, March 29, 2007. A Mass and Reception will be held at Sts. Martha and Mary Church, 1870 Burnamthorpe Road East (at Ponytrail), in Mississauga. The Mass will start at 7:30 pm and feature a full choir. Following Mass there will be a reception with food and beverages in the church hall. You and your family are invited to attend. There is no charge. In order tohelp the organizers plan the food, please let me know by reply email if youwill be attending and with how many of your family members. I hope you canmake it to this special event.
Fraternally,
Bro. Marcel Lemmen, GK
Make a pledge for Bro. Peter Scullion
Peter Scullion's New Coordinates:
Brothers,Bro. Peter Scullion has been moved to Trillium Hospital's rehabilitationfacility at 150 Sherway Drive in Toronto. He is in Room 127 and can bereached through the main telephone number (416) 259-6671. Visiting hours arefrom Noon till 8:30 pm. I am sure that he would love to hear from you.
Brothers,Bro. Peter Scullion has been moved to Trillium Hospital's rehabilitationfacility at 150 Sherway Drive in Toronto. He is in Room 127 and can bereached through the main telephone number (416) 259-6671. Visiting hours arefrom Noon till 8:30 pm. I am sure that he would love to hear from you.
Fraternally,
Bro. Marcel Lemmen, GK
Our Warden, Bro. Peter Scullion was badly injured in a traffic accident March 14, 2007 and was recovering at the Trillium Hospital. As of this morning March 19, 2007, Bro. Peter has informed me he is on the move again. He is being moved to 150 Sherway Dr. Trillium Health Center. He does not have a phone contact yet.
He sounded very cheerful in spite of the injury he has endured. However, he is very upset with the Paramedics who cut up his favorite parka into pieces. The picture shows Bro. Peter with his favorite blue parka on the chair behind him. He was assisting at our last year's fertilizer sale. I strongly feel the need we should provide him with a similar replacement parka. I am making a pledge of $10 towards this small gift fund for Bro. Peter. I urge all Brothers who would like to make a small contribution to email: kofc12067@gmail.com your intent to make a pledge.
Bro. Luis Gomes
Communications KofC 12067
Fertilizer Fundraiser Meeting - Monday Feb. 26
Brothers,
Bro. Gabriel Ogundele is holding an organizational meeting to kick off the Fertilizer Fundraising Sale on Monday, February 26 in the Church meeting room after the 7:15 pm Mass. All are welcome.
This year's campaign will be expanded from last year's and we need manyvolunteers. Bro. Gabriel has developed a detailed plan based on what welearned last year and will be presenting it at the meeting. As you may haveheard, this fundraiser is very important to our council's ability to meetour charitable obligations. Please help us meet our objectives. See you at the meeting!
Fraternally,
Bro. Marcel Lemmen, GK
Anniversary of Bro. Ron Thomas Passing Away
Brothers,
Saturday, February 24, 2007 marks the one year anniversary of the passing away of Bro. Ron Thomas. The family of Bro. Ron is having the 5:00 pm Mass Intention said for him on that day. After the Mass, there will be a reception at Valerie Thomas' house, 7347 Jaysnest Road, Mississauga. The family has asked me to invite the members of our Council to attend the Mass and come to the reception. I hope to see you there.
Fraternally,
Bro. Marcel Lemmen, GK
St. Francis Xavier Circle 4681 are Champs! >>View album here
Worthy Officers and Brothers,
I am very pleased and proud to pen these few lines on behalf of your sponsored circle to inform you that the squires came back home to Mississauga with two trophies-winners of the Soccer and Dodge Ball tournament respectively.
The tournament was organised by the St. Patrick’s Circle 2041, Brampton with six circles from Brampton, Bolton, Pickering, Guelph and your own circle participating in this first annual event. Your sponsored circle put up two teams i.e. Francis Xavier A & B.
Our circle’s A & B teams qualified for the finals of the Dodge Ball tournament, with the A tram beating the B team by 2-1. In soccer our B team lost the semi final to St. Patrick’s Circle, who were eventually beaten by the St. Francis Xavier A team by a narrow margin of 1-0 which was enough to seal the final victory. This all important goal was scored by Captain Andrew Ogundele who was also voted the MVP by your circle counsellors. For the soccer B team, Bevan Fernandes, was voted the MVP.
Congrats to your sponsored circle on winning two trophies for this inaugural tournament and your putting Mississauga & your council 12067 on the map once again.
Fraternally,
Edwin D’Cruz
Funeral Visitation and Mass of Mrs.Olga Pires Mother of Bro. Allan Pires Fraternal Advisor KofC
My Dear Bro.Knights,
My Aunt and Godmother Mrs Olga Pires,
Visitation is on Wednesday 17th January 2007 from 2-4 pm and 6-9 pm at
Highland Funeral Home,
10 Cachet Woods Court,
Markham, ON.
Phone # 905 887-8600.
The Funeral Mass on Thursday 18th January 2007 at 11.00 am.
Our Lady Queen of the World Church,
10411 Bayview Avenue,
Richmond Hill, ON.
Phone # 905 884-7006
(Bayview Avenue North of Major Mackenzie and South of Elgin Mills)
We have obtain permission from Fr. F. J. McGuinn Assembly's FN Alan Cook to conduct an Honour Guard at the Funeral Mass. Please request Bro. Knights and Sir Knights of our Council to attend.
Thanks,
Fraternally,
Anthony X. D'Souza
District Deputy #53
My Aunt and Godmother Mrs Olga Pires,
Visitation is on Wednesday 17th January 2007 from 2-4 pm and 6-9 pm at
Highland Funeral Home,
10 Cachet Woods Court,
Markham, ON.
Phone # 905 887-8600.
The Funeral Mass on Thursday 18th January 2007 at 11.00 am.
Our Lady Queen of the World Church,
10411 Bayview Avenue,
Richmond Hill, ON.
Phone # 905 884-7006
(Bayview Avenue North of Major Mackenzie and South of Elgin Mills)
We have obtain permission from Fr. F. J. McGuinn Assembly's FN Alan Cook to conduct an Honour Guard at the Funeral Mass. Please request Bro. Knights and Sir Knights of our Council to attend.
Thanks,
Fraternally,
Anthony X. D'Souza
District Deputy #53
New Year's Eve Dance >>enlarge here
Our 2007 New Year's Eve Dance was a great success!! We hosted 520 participants and everyone enjoyed a fantastic time partying to the sound of PAVE Connection and DJ Logan. Thanks to the organizing committee for pulling everything together!
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