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VOLUME 86 October 19, 2023 |\u00a0<\/strong>
October Webinar:Faith & Fraternity: Foundations for Success<\/strong>
Join us tonight at 8:00 PM EDT, for an informative fraternal webinar entitled\u00a0
Faith & Fraternity: Foundations for Success<\/strong>.
Energize your council members and bring vitality to the men of your parish with a renewed focus on faith-based initiatives.\u00a0In this webinar, you will learn about powerful new resources like\u00a0Cor<\/em>,\u00a0the Men of the Word Bible Study, and the brand new\u00a0Into the Breach: The Mission of the Family<\/em>\u00a0video series. These tools can be the foundation for your council to build a true brotherhood of men committed to strengthening Catholic families and building up the Church. Register today, and take your council to the next level of success.
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.\u00a0Click on the button below to register: Register Now<\/a>
Officer Training Sessions for November<\/strong> Register now for officer training sessions to enhance your skills to run a successful council and make a difference in your community.\u00a0View our\u00a0Online Training Schedule<\/a>\u00a0or click on the training topics below to register:
Note:\u00a0All Times are Eastern<\/strong>\u00a0
November 8, 2023, 8:00 PM\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Council Recovery Program<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
November 9, 2023, 9:00 PM\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Introducing Families to the Knights<\/a>
November 20, 2023, 8:00 PM\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Grand Knight 201<\/a>
November 28, 2023, 10:00 PM\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Council Admissions Committee<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
And don’t forget that training sessions are recorded and made available to view on demand after the live broadcast. Click\u00a0here<\/a>\u00a0to view the complete list of on demand training videos and Programs.\"\"
Keep Christ in Christmas\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0As the holidays approach us,\u00a0consider how your council can promote the true spirit of Christmas through activities like the Keep Christ in Christmas Poster Contest.\u00a0\u00a0This program allows children, grades K-8, to engage their creative talents and imaginations while understanding the meaning of Christmas.\u00a0The top winners of each grade category are featured on our Christmas cards. Last year’s winners are available for purchase on\u00a0knightsgear.com<\/a>.
To get more information and resources, visit\u00a0www.kofc.org\/Christmas<\/a>.
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Spiritual Reflection\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>Advent is closer than you think! Start planning now to incorporate some of\u00a0these devotions<\/a>\u00a0into your council\u2019s Spiritual Reflection program this December.
For more information and resources, visit\u00a0www.kofc.org\/spiritual-reflection<\/a>.Take Our Mini Survey: Family of the Month
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The KofC promotes and supports the development of strong and vibrant families.\u00a0The Family of the Month<\/strong>\u00a0program is an opportunity to recognize these families on the state and international levels. Please complete this\u00a0<\/strong>survey to help us gauge the health of the program. It will take less than a minute.
Please complete the\u00a0Family of the Month<\/strong>\u00a0survey even if you haven\u2019t done the program. Your reasons for not participating are just as valuable as responses from those participating.
Click on the button below to complete the\u00a0Family of the Month<\/strong>\u00a0survey.\u00a0Complete Survey<\/a>**If you missed last month\u2019s survey on the\u00a0March for Life\u00a0<\/strong>program,\u00a0<\/strong>you can still complete it using the\u00a0link\u00a0<\/strong>here!<\/a>\u00a0**New Virtual Fraternal Benefit Events (U.S. Only)<\/strong>
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As your premier Catholic partner for financial services, we are pleased to announce a fall series of virtual financial webinars that will count as fraternal benefit events for your councils. Anthony Minopoli, President and Chief Investment Officer from Knights of Columbus Asset Advisors, will speak about insurance, investment, and charitable solutions that align with Catholic values. No matter where a member is in his financial journey, he won\u2019t want to miss this event.
Members and prospects can sign up for an upcoming webinar by visiting the\u00a0registration page<\/a>. Council leaders and members will soon receive individual communications inviting them to attend these events.No purchase is necessary. This event is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, tax, or legal advice. For important additional information, please visit the registration page.<\/em>
The Mission of the Family<\/em>: New Video Series Available<\/strong>
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Into the Breach: The Mission of the Family<\/em>, launched on Friday, September 29th, seeks to illuminate the truth and beauty of the Church\u2019s teachings on marriage and family and inspire Catholics to live them in the modern world. This five part video series has an accompanying study guide and can be incorporated into\u00a0Cor.<\/em>\u00a0Episodes of\u00a0Into the Breach: The Mission of the Family<\/em>, the study guide and other resources are available online at\u00a0kofc.org\/missionofthefamily<\/a>.
You can also read more about this new series in last week\u2019s\u00a0Knightline<\/a>.<\/em> United in Charity<\/strong>\"\"
Gifts to our\u00a0United in Charity Annual Appeal<\/strong>\u00a0allows us to impact the lives of countless individuals in need, around the nation and around the world.\u00a0Whether providing aid to those affected by disasters, supporting persecuted Christians, assisting mothers and babies in need, or more, gifts to our United in Charity Annual Appeal will make a profound impact. Please encourage your members to donate to our United in Charity Annual Appeal to support programs like this.\u00a0100% of donations go directly to helping those we serve.\u00a0
HELP SUPPORT OUR EFFORTS!\u00a0<\/a>
Important 2022 Tax Information for US Councils, Assemblies, & Chapters<\/strong> If your council\u2019s tax-reporting year is July 1 through June 30, you are required to file your council\u2019s 2022 Form 990 on or before November 15, 2023.\u00a0Review the\u00a0memo<\/a>\u00a0from our Legal Department explaining the tax filing obligations of all councils, assemblies, and chapters in the United States.\u00a0Important Reminders
District Deputy<\/strong> Ensure all your councils have a\u00a0fall membership drive<\/a>.Verify that all of your councils have submitted the\u00a0Report of Officers Chosen for the Term<\/a>\u00a0(#185, due July 1)),\u00a0Service Program Personnel Report<\/a>\u00a0<\/em>(#365, due July 1), and\u00a0Semiannual Council Audit<\/a>\u00a0(#1295, due August 15).\u00a0These are the minimum requirements for a healthy and sustainable council.\u00a0Watch this video<\/a>\u00a0for training on how to complete these forms online.
Grand Knight<\/strong> Complete the\u00a0Fraternal Benefits Event Council Report<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>(#11077) online as soon as possible after participating in an approved seminar.If you have not already done so, formalize a plan to earn the\u00a0Star Council Award<\/a>.
Financial Secretary<\/strong> Review\u00a0Leadership Resources<\/a>\u00a0for the latest information on council operations and the role of Financial Secretary.\u00a0\u00a0View the short\u00a0training videos<\/a>\u00a0on how to get the most out of Member Management and Member Billing.Employment OpportunitiesThe Knights of Columbus Fraternal Mission Department has fantastic job opportunities. Visit\u00a0https:\/\/careers.kofc.org\/<\/a>\u00a0to find one that matches your skills and goals.
Please feel free to forward the following to any members who may be qualified:Important Links Membership Benefits<\/a>Celebrate McGivney<\/a>Forms<\/a>Supplies<\/a>Fraternal Operations<\/a>Training & Webinars<\/a>Programs<\/a>Inviting Men to Join<\/a>Engage Your Members<\/a>Ceremonials<\/a>
Thank you for your service to the Order. If you have any questions or suggestions during your term, please email\u00a0fraternalmission@kofc.org<\/a>SUBSCRIBE TO THE FRATERNAL LEADER ADVISORY – CLICK HERE<\/a> To view the FLA Archives,\u00a0<\/em>please click here.<\/a><\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
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