Council Upcoming News
Brothers and Sisters,
Star Council Award
The results are finalized and Council 8601 have definitely won the Star Council Award. Below is a partial quote from the announcement:
“Congratulations!
Council 8601 has earned the 2021-2022 Star Council Award, recognizing excellence in program activity, membership growth (120% of quota), insurance promotion, fraternal reporting, and Safe Environment compliance.
During this challenging year, your council adapted and continued to stand in the breach, serving your brothers, families, parishes, and communities. The Supreme Council is pleased to recognize these achievements and acknowledge the hard work of you and your brother knights.”
Thanks all of you for your hard work and dedication to the Council.
Knights of Columbus Leadership Seminar
The Knights of Columbus Leadership Seminar (KCLS) was held in Prairieville on July 16th. Those attending participated in training and presentations on programs, membership initiatives, and much more! Your Council representatives were as follows:
District Deputy: Russell Ruh
Grand Knight: Joe B. Lawler
Program Director: Lester Hitchcock
Membership Director: Mike Giroir (unable to attend)
Financial Secretary: Bill Bozzelle
Treasurer: Mickey Brown
There is not room in this document to describe the details of all that was covered but listed below are the subjects some of the major changes for the new fraternal year:
- Catholic Citizenship Essay Contest: New theme
- Free Online Membership: Extended
- Membership Quota: Based on intake only
- Fraternal Benefits Night: Minimum of 7 attendees at each one
- KC Branded Baby Bottles
- New Program: Aid and Support After Pregnancy (ASAP)
- Membership Cards: No more GK and FS signatures
- State Deputy’s Award: Changes to the criteria
Our Council Officers and Program Directors will have quite a challenge putting these changes into effect in the coming year.
The highlight of the day for our Council was winning the State Deputy’s Award. The criteria for winning this award is much too complex to list here. See the photo below of your Grand Knight accepting the award from State Deputy George Martin.
Viva Jesus
Joe Lawler
Grand Knight, Council #8601
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Visit the Council website at mykc8601.com
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What’s Cooking with Marty
Cooking schedule for August and September
August 8th – Metanoia House – Faye and Mary Lynn – pasta Salad with chicken and vegetables
I will send out notice if additional volunteers are needed
September 12th – Metanoia House – Melinda Leblanc – menu to be determined
Marty Mumphrey
Food Director KofC Council 8601
A special thanks to Jeremy Skupien, Manda’s fine meats and ExxonMobil. Both companies help us feed the masses. Please support these companies when possible.
I thank all of you for your hard work bringing meals to so many.
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Note the description of Kevin Heltz’s accomplishments in the announcement of the Fr. McGivney Mass:
Special Mass for Feast Day Aug 13th
in Honor of
Blessed Michael McGivney
The Knights of Columbus, Council 8601, St. Patrick Catholic Church, will be participating in a very special Mass on Saturday, August 13, 2022, at 4:00 PM in the church. The celebration will be held in the main auditorium The Rosary will begin at 3:30 PM followed by the Mass at 4:00 PM. The 4th Degree Honor Guard will process in the Mass.
At the end of the Mass, S/K Kevin Heltz, will present a brief history on the life and accomplishments of Blessed Michael McGivney.
S/K Kevin Heltz can be proud of the following accomplishments:
- Diocesan Administrator for the Diocese of Baton Rouge
- Past District Deputy in Baton Rouge
- Past Grand Knight for council 8601
- 4th degree member of Bishop Ott Assembly
- Works for U-haul
- Member of St. Patrick’s Church
- Proud new Grandpa
Please join us after Mass in the Family Center for cake and refreshments
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Financial Secretary’s Message
Bill Bozelle
A BIG THANK YOU to all the Brothers of 8601 who have already sent in their 2022 DUES payments. For those of you who have not paid, there’s still time to beat the deadline. It’s makes Council Administration much easier if everyone pays quickly. Besides, if you pay quickly, you avoid my having to send my NuAwlins Cousins, Mario and Vinnie, to pay you a personal visit. They have a wide variety of means to make you remember to pay…
But, seriously, our Council has had its first net INcrease in membership in quite a few years. If everyone renews his membership by paying his dues, we will be well on the way to gaining “STAR Council” Status. Once you have sent in your payment, why not come out to a meeting to learn what a STAR Council is and how you might be able to help 8601 reach that status.
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Awards Announced at December 2021 Meeting
Linda Mumphrey, Margaret Mannino, Renee Lindsey awarded Lady of the Month, ? awarded First Degree Knight Certificate, Lester Hitchcock award Knight of the Month
Guest Accepted Something KC and Ladies Auxiliary
Our guest, Norman Boone, accepted a check on the behalf of St. Vincent de Paul from the Ladies Auxiliary.
Group Picture of Potential Knights of Columbus
Awards Announced at November 2021 Meeting Mickey Brown was named Knight of the Month for September at recent November 7 meeting. Congratulation to Mickey Brown!!!!!!! See Mickey Brown picture on the Awards and Community Activity page.
Awards Announced at October 2021 Meeting Mike Giroir and Marty Mumphrey was named Knight of the Month for September at recent October 7 meeting. Congratulation to Mike Giroir and Marty Mumphrey!!!!!!! See Mike Giroir and Marty Mumphrey picture on the Awards and Community Activity page.
Awards Announced at August 2021 Meeting Bill Bozzelle and Curtis Lauret was named Knight of the Month for July and a special award for the Council at recent August 5 meeting. Congratulation to Bill Bozzelle and Curtis Lauret!!!!!! See Bill Bozzelle and Marty Mumphrey picture on the Awards and Community Activity page.
Speaker at July 2019 Meeting
Our guest speaker for the recent July meeting, Deacon Robbin Tomplet. He talks about hospitably towards visitors, guests, and even strangers.
Speaker at May 2019 Meeting
Our guest speaker for the recent May meeting, Stacy Lamar, MS, M.ED, Program Director from Sanctuary House and St. Patrick House. She talked about the services they offer the community.
Award Announced at April 2019 meeting
EJ Hebert was named Knight of the Month for March at the recent April 4 meeting. Congratulations to EJ Hebert!!!!!!!!!
Speaker at March 2019 meeting
Our guest speaker for the recent March meeting, Connie Anderson, Director of Donor Relations from Evergreen Life Services. She talked about a wheelchair ministry and their services they offer the community.
Award Announced at February 2019 Meeting
John Coco was named Knight of the Month for January at the recent February 7 meeting. Congratulation to John Coco!!!!!!! See John Coco picture on the Photos page.
Awards Announced at January 2019 Meeting
Lester & Lynn Hitchcock was named Family of the Month for December at the recent January 3 meeting. Bryon Hume was named Knight of Month. Congratulations to Lester & Lynn Hitchcock/ Bryon Hume!!!!!!!!!!
Guest Accepted Something KC and Ladies Auxiliary
Our guest, Norman Boone, accepted a check on the behalf of St. Vincent de Paul from the Ladies Auxiliary.
Awards Announced at December 2018 meeting
Joseph & Margert Mannino was named Family of the Month for November at the recent December 6 meeting. Robert Travasos was named Knight of Month. Congratulations to Joseph & Margert Mannino/Robert Travasos!!!!!!!!!! See Joseph & Margert Mannino/ Robert Travasos picture on the Photos page.
Speaker at October 2018 meeting
Our guest speaker for the recent October meeting, Kay Keys, Pharmacy Director from St. Vincent de Paul. She talked about the pharmacy daily obligations and the troubles with certain medicines.
Award Announced at September 2018 meeting
Joseph Mannino was named Knight of the Month for August at the recent September 6 meeting. Congratulations to Joseph Mannino!!!!! See Joseph Mannino picture on the Photos page.
Speaker at August 2018 Meeting
Our guest speaker for the recent August meeting, Lorraine Besson. She talked about a situation with miracles that effect her life.
Speaker at June 2018 Meeting
Our guest speaker for the recent June meeting, Ms. Anita from Sanctuary and St. Patrick House. Sher talked about what they had to offer the community.
Award Announced at January 2018 meeting
Jason Farris was named Knight of the Month for December at the recent January 4 meeting. Congratulations to Jason Farris!!!!!
Awards Announced at December 2017 meeting
Bryon & Janet Hume was named the Family of the Month for November at the recent December 7 meeting. Brett Herbert was named Knight of the Month. Congratulations to Bryon & Janet Hume/Brett Herbert!!!!!!!!!! See Brett Herbert picture on the Photos page.
Awards Announced at September 2017 meeting
Richard Littrell was name the Knight of the Month for August at recent September 7 meeting. Congratulations to Richard Littrell!!!!! See Richard Littrell picture on the Photos page.
Awards Announced at August 2017 meeting
Mike & Julie Gerard were named Family of the Month for July at the recent August 3 meeting. Jay Cefalu was named Knight of the Month. Congratulations to Mike & Julie Gerard and Jay Cefalu!!!!!
Awards Announced at June 2017 Meeting
Tyronne & Cynthia LaStrapes were named Family of the Month for May at the recent June 3 meeting. Bryon Hume was named Knight of the Month. Also Jay Cefalu was given special tokens of appreciation by the Council in a form of a gavel, KC pens, and vest. Congratulations to Tyronne & Cynthia LaStrapes/Bryon Hume/Jay Cefalu!!!!!!!! See Jay Cefalu & Bryon Hume picture on Photos page.
Awards Announced at May 2017 Meeting
Jason & Theresa Farris were named Family of the Month for April at the recent May 4 meeting. Marty Mumphrey was named Knight of the Month. Congratulations to Jason & Theresa Farris/Marty Mumphrey!!!!!!!!
Speaker at April 2017 Meeting
Our speaker was Matt Marcel, who is our Field Insurance Agent, he talked about KC long-term care insurance.
Awards Announced at April 2017 Meeting
Barry & Pam Glover were named Family of the Month for March at the recent April 6 meeting. Joe Lawler was named Knight of the Month. Congratulations to Barry & Pam Glover/Joe Lawler!!!!!!!!
Award Announced at February 2017 Meeting
John Coco was named Knight of the Month for January at the recent February 2 meeting. . Congratulations to John Coco!!!!!!!! See John Coco picture on the Photos page.
Speaker at January 2017 Meeting
Our speaker was John Coco, who is our Cultural Life Director, he talked about the Baton Rouge LIFE MARCH that was going be held downtown Baton Rouge.
Award Announced at January 2017 Meeting
Mickey Brown was named Knight of the Month for December at the recent January 5 meeting. Congratulations to Mickey Brown!!!!!!!! See Mickey Brown picture on the Photos page.
Award Announced at November 2016 Meeting
Father Matt Dupre’ were named Knight of the Month for October at the recent November 3 meeting. Congratulations to Father Matt Dupre’!!!!!!!!
Award Announced at October 2016 Meeting
John & Nancy LeBlanc were named Family of the Month for September at the recent October 6 meeting. Congratulations to John & Nancy LeBlanc!!!!!!!! See John & Nancy LeBlanc picture on the Photos page.
Guest Speaker at October 2016 Meeting
Our guest speaker for the recent October meeting, Lisa Zumo, from St. Patrick’s Life Brigade for the race” Born To Run”. She talked about the organization that was putting on the race.
Guest Speaker at July 2016 Meeting
Our guest speaker for the recent July meeting, Barry Myers, the Executive Director of The Arc. He talked about the different programs that they offer to the community.
Awards Announced at June 2016 Meeting
Neal & Angela & John Paul Lorio were named Family of the Month for May at the recent June 2 meeting. Jerry Liparito was named at the meeting was the Knight of the Month. Congratulations to Neal & Angela & John Paul Lorio/Jerry Liparito!!!!!!!! See Neal & Angela & John Paul Lorio/Jerry Liparito picture on the Photos page.
Awards Announced at May 2016 Meeting
Kristian, Tran & Ellis Fruge were named Family of the Month for April at the recent May 5 meeting. Marty Mumphrey was named at the meeting was the Knight of the Month. Congratulations to Kristian, Tran & Ellis Fruge/Marty Mumphrey!!!!!!!!
Council 8601 has received the Special Award
Jay Cefalu, our grand knight and Mickey Brown announces on May 5 meeting, that Council 8601 had awarded the 20th Council in the points to Supreme.
Awards Announced at April 2016 Meeting
Richard & Joan Littrell were named Family of the Month for March at the recent April 7 meeting. Lenten Fish Fry Crew was named at the meeting was the Knight of the Month. Bart Ackermann accepted the Knight of Month award on behalf of Lenten Fish Fry Crew. Congratulations to Richard & Joan Littrell/Bart Ackermann!!!!!!!! See Richard & JoanLittrell/Bart Ackermann picture on the Photos page.
Guest Speaker at April 2016 Meeting
Our guest speaker for the recent April meeting, Dr. Gayhan, from Pennington Biomedical Research Center, talked about dementia, Alzheimer disease, louis disease & heart problems.
Check Present to Deshotel Family
Matt Marcel present a check to Bart Deshotel for $2400 from our KC January Fundraiser to go toward the Deshotel Family. See Bart Deshotel picture on the Photos page.
Awards Announced at February 2016 Meeting
Bart & Nicole Deshotel was named the Family of the Month for January at the recent February 4 meeting. Congratulations to !!!!!!!! Jackie Brady was named the Honorary Knight of the Month for January at the recent February 4 meeting. Congratulations to Bart & Nicole Deshotel/ Jackie Brady!!!!!!!! See Bart & Nicole Deshotel/Jackie Brady picture on the Photos page.
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2017 Public Service Award Winners
Trooper Cedrick Ross, LA State Police Troop ‘A’
Chief Carl Dabadie, Jr. accepted for Officer Travis Norman, Baton Rouge City Police
2016 Public Service Award Winners
(Left to right: Walker W. Cress-Baton Rouge Fire Department, Corporal Ronald Norman, Jr.-Baton Rouge Police, Deputy Jared Arceneaux-Baton Rouge Sherriff Office)
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Introduce the 2022-2023 Officers
Grand Knight- Joe Lawler Recorder- Jimmy Doles First Trustee- Jim Cazes
Deputy Grand Knight- Mike Giroir Inside Guard- Kevin Baronne
Chancellor- Jay Cefalu Outside Guard- Bill Coorpender
Advocate- Curtis Lauret Financial Secretary- Bill Bozzelle
Treasurer/Lecturer- Mickey Brown Third Trustee- Joseph Mannino
Warden- Butch Pitchford Second Trustee- Richard Littrell
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Time to Get Your KC Shirt for Spring
The Council’s Membership Director John Ricca asks that you let others know you are a member of the KCs. Buy a shirt; buy a cap; dust off your name badges and wear them often. John says, “Wear your Council shirts to mass!” Others will see the logo and might approach you to want to know more about the Council. Don’t have a shirt? Order one – see below.
John can furnish an order form – just give him a call at 753-0393. Merchandise is available in Green or White and comes in various sizes. You can even have the logo placed on your “own” shirt, cap, or whatever. See product descriptions below. The prices include tax.
Hanes polo shirt, 100% cotton, no pocket, short sleeve. Green or white. $23.00 each (XXL is $25.00)
Port Authority Full Button-down shirt, with pocket, 100% twill, button-down collar, short sleeve. $30.00 each (XXL $32.00)
Port Authority Full Button-down shirt, with pocket, 100% twill, button-down collar, long sleeve. $37.00 each (XXL $39.00)
Richardson cap, one size fits all. $13.00
KC logo placed on any of your own person items – shirts, caps, aprons, etc. (indicate your item on the form). $8.68 each logo placement
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Knights August Birthdays
8/6 Michael LaBorde
8/12 James Meeks
8/14 Ray Bourgeois
8/15 Patrick O’Hara
8/18 Kevin Comeaux
8/22 Kenneth Koehler
8/26 Kristian Fruge
8/31 Joseph Canella
August Anniversaries
8/9 Teenie and Calvin Bajon
8/11 Jo and Richard Littrell
8/20 Lynn and John Coco
8/26 Faye and Bill Coorpender
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Website Director request
Kevin Baronne -our current Website Director ask if anyone has anything they would to put on the website, they should direct the information and photos to kpbgemini@bellsouth.net.
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