Council #9285
Ascension
Manassas, VA US
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COUNCIL RECOGNITION
KNIGHTS OF THE MONTH
April 2023
PGK Rick Johnson
Rick organized and ran the Clergy Appreciation Dinner with excellent council and parish participation. He also purchased and distributed prayer books to each First Communicants and Confirmandi this Spring.
March 2023
PGK Alex Blair
For planning and preparation and then last-minute day change for the PGK Dinner
February 2023
PGK Jack Kapp
Jack setup and ran the Super Bowl Raffle clearing almost three thousand dollars for charities.
January 2023
Mark Kilkeary
Mark ran the successful pancake breakfast raising over $400 and also the Free Throw Competition where one young man qualified to compete at the State Level
December 2022
Mark Heller
Led the transfer, installation and removal of Christmas Lights at the three area ARC Homes. Agreed to chair this activity in future years.
November 2022
PGK Jeff Limjoco
Jeff ran the Youth Essay and Poster contests as well as the KCIC card and magnet sales. Even with supply chain issues we were able to sell over a dozen boxes and clear money for the council.
October 2022
Mark Kilkeary
Led council's first Soccer Challenge resulting in two district winners and one state winner.
September 2022
Robin Poupelle
Robin ran the successful sub sale and made 44% profit even with increasing prices and lack of some materials. Robin also helped out during the Golf Tournament. As chancellor and membership director he assists in our recruiting.
August 2022
Dave Opatz
Dave has jumped in since becoming a guard this year. He runs the entry/raffle table at our business meetings. He helped at the ministry fair and recruiting after Masses.
July 2022
PGK Carl Birchard
Answered call to help paint church commons areas on short notice; helps collect and wrap bread every week for Food Pantry; always available to help with council activities
July 2016
Carl Birchard
June 2016
PGK Bill Hechmer
May 2016
Jack Kapp
April 2016
Carl Birchard
March 2016
Patrick McKeown
February 2016
Jim Etzel
January 2016
Carl Birchard
December 2015
Jack Kapp
November 2015
Bill Miller & Tom Zum Brunnen
October 2015
George Darnell
September 2015
Bob Richards & Pat McKeown
August 2015
Joe Marshall
July 2015
Rick Crete
June 2015
Joe Gerhart
April 2015
Thom Harrington
April 2015
John Keast
February 2015
Jack Kapp
Can't thank you enough Jack for running the Superbowl Raffle and your continuous support of all Knights events!
December 2014
Bill Klug
November 2014
Lee Bennett
DGK Lee is a constant at all Knight's events ensuring all goes off without a hitch. Thank you Br. Lee!
October 2014
Matthew Shontofski
Just days after making his 1st Degree Matt and his son supported the Knights via the VDoT roadside cleanup. Motivated Knight!
September 2014
Bob Richard
One word...OKTOBERFEST. Thank you Bob for pulling it all together. Everyone had a great time!
August 2014
Jack Kapp
Jack took it upon himself to take on the infamous parking lot railing project. He purchased, coordinated and organized the Knights to come out on a beautiful Saturday to accomplish the project. Thank you Jack!
July 2014
PGK Jerry Michonski
Special thanks to PGK Jerry for his continued coordination and participation wrapping bread for the food pantry. He and the other participant's late Wednesday evenings ensure a consistent supply of breads for the Saturday distribution supporting the needy in our area.
June 2014
Zuenges Ted
May 2014
Mike Panlilio
April 2014
Jeff Werling
March 2014
PGK Tom Zum Brunnen
February 2014
Alex Blair
January 2014
McKeown Pat
December 2013
Lee Bennett
November 2013
Rick Picon
November 2013
Joe Gerhart
October 2013
Richard Rocha
FAMILIES OF THE MONTH
April 2023
Lee and Marie Gray
After joining the council, the Gray family has been active at many council events, including helping at the Clergy Appreciation Dinner and the Road Cleanup. Lee has stepped forward and was elected Deputy Grand Knight for next fraternal year.
March 2023
PGK Pat and Jennifer McKeown
Champion Gumbo Chefs - 7 gallons consumed by Parish on Meatless Friday in Lent
February 2023
Rick and Mary Lopez
Since joining the council in December, Rick and Mary have been very active in council activities including the Youth Awards Dinner, Pancake Breakfast, Nativity Setup, Pizza Party, Fraternal Benefits Night and more.
January 2023
Mark and Lynn Heller
Worked the Pancake Breakfast for the council including cutting up all the fruit served the night prior.
December 2022
PGK Jeff and Karen Befumo
Hosted the Council Christmas Party, an enjoyable evening for all who attended
November 2022
PGK Bill and Pam Hechmer
Both supported council and church throughout November. Even when fighting a non-contagious illness, Bill performed as Lector at our Memorial Mass and delivered a short talk at the business meeting and help supply milk for the Pantry. Both wrapped bread during Thanksgiving week.
October 2022
Steve and Mary Amato
Planned and led an enjoyable and profitable Oktoberfest for the parish in Oktober. Took part in the road cleanup.
September 2022
Joe and Karen Gerhart
We had another successful Golf Tournament raising 70% more money than planned for. This event was led by our Treasurer, Joe. Karen worked with him throughout and especially on game day to make this our most successful tourney.
August 2022
Steve and Mary Amato
Steve and Mary are involved in several volunteer organizations. They organized and led the council hike. They also put forward ideas on how to have a successful Oktoberfest.
July 2022
Nick and Gail Pellegrino
Jumped enthusiastically into DGK / Program Director Position; Catered Officer Installation; Involved in other Parish activities.
July 2016
PGK Tom and Dixie Zum Brunnen
June 2016
John and Sue Malich
May 2016
John Damato
April 2016
PGK Tom and Dixie Zum Brunnen
March 2016
PGK Rick and Paula Crete
February 2016
Joe and Suzanne Marshall
November 2015
Steve and EJ Cochran Family
September 2015
Joe Gerhart Family
August 2015
John Keast Family
August 2015
John Keast Family
June 2015
PGK Tony and Molly Bado
May 2015
Bryan Roberts
February 2015
Gordon R. Tassi Family
Worthy DGK Lee Bennett nominated the Tassi family for their continued support of the coffee and donut ministry after the 12:15 Mass. Thank you!
January 2015
Marsh Family
December 2014
Damato Family
November 2014
Limjoco Family
Avid family participation in Knight's events. Most recently putting up Christmas lights at a Virginia ARC house. Arc of Northern Virginia- Is a local affiliate of the largest non-profit organization supporting thousands of people and families living with cognitive, intellectual, and developmental disabilities. Each year the council brings some Christmas joy to one of the local homes by putting up Christmas Lights on the doorway and bushes. They are always there to support Knight's charities and events. This is not the only event the Limjoco's support and are worthy of this recognition.
October 2014
Joe and Suzanne Marshall
Thank you for hosting the annual pizza social! Nothing better than handmade!
September 2014
Rick & Suzanne Johnson Family
Special thanks for the Johnson Family who went above and beyond to support the September Football Sub Sale! Thank you all!
August 2014
Joe and Karen Gerhart
Joe and Karen and children are involved in and participate in Knights as well as parish activities. Joe actively participates in all Knights events. Recent events were the sub sale, family cornhole tournament (bean bag toss) (sadly rained out), and parking lot safety stair rail installation. Joe also is head coach for the
parish CYO boys basketball team. He actively supports outside youth organizations as a youth football coach and treasurer for the youth football league. You will find Joe and his family at Mass each weekend. A great family deserving of this recognition.
July 2014
PGK Doug Blair Family
Thank you to the entire Blair family / friends for their support of all Knight's events, not only in July, but throughout the year.
June 2014
PGK Tony Bado Family
Thank you for hosting the end of fraternal year family picnic!
May 2014
John Damato Family
April 2014
PGK Bryan Roberts Family
March 2014
PGK Bill Miller Family
February 2014
The Picon Family
January 2014
John Damato and Family
December 2013
PGK Bryan Roberts Family
November 2013
Joe Marshall Family
October 2013
PGK Bill Miller Family