Sir Knights and Lady Knights, on Independence Day, July 4th, 2026 we will celebrate the 250th year of the Declaration of Independence. Let's talk about our oath as Knights and the need to speak of the 250th Anniversary of the Country to re- mind each of us of these words we heard from the Master when you became a 4th degree Knight. Here is about the Flag; “There is no greater, more beautiful, and instantly recognizable symbol of our Nation and its ideals, traditions, and values than the flag of the United States. The thirteen stripes of red and white remind us of the courage and steadfastness of those who pledged their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honor to found this great experiment in republican government.” Now , read these words from the oath you took; The Master leads the pledge. “I swear to support the Constitution of the United States. / I pledge myself, / as a Catholic citizen /and a Knight of Columbus, / fully to enlighten myself / upon my duties / as a citizen / and conscientiously perform them / entirely in the interest of my country, / regardless of all personal consequences. / I pledge myself / to do all in my power / to preserve the integ- rity and purity of the ballot / and to promote respect for law and order. / I promise / to practice my religion consistently and faithfully / and to so conduct my- self / in public affairs / and the exercise of public vir- tue / as to reflect nothing but credit / upon our Holy Church, / to the end that she may flourish / and our Country prosper / to the greater honor and glory of God.” Thank you to all that participated in the 250th Anniversary Raffle. I think we put together some nice prizes. Please patronize Tractor Supply of Hudsonville and Sobie's Meats in Walker on Re- membrance Rd and last but not least the Assembly. Stay safe leading up to and beyond the 4th. God Bless, Tony Arbanas Faithful Navigator and Lady Mary Lynn Arbanas. Assembly #2210 God Bless America Newsletter July 26 This Independence Day our nation celebrates the 250th anniversary of its birth. This nation was given to us by God the Father for us to live and to take pride in. For us to live and to move and to be. He gave us the United States of America as the context to become Saints. He put us in this time and in this place in America's history so that we might help make it holy. You and I have a responsibility as the Knights of Columbus to see clearly the grace we've been given. We have a mighty strong Nation, a fortified walled City, a peaceful place to raise children and family and have friends. We must protect it; we must sanctify it. We must by the manner of Our Lives make it holy. To pray for America every day. To live as though Our Lives matter in this time and in this place. To understand the effects of the actions that we take. To live every day in- tentionally to make the world better than the day before. To do some small concrete act that makes things better and different. Looking for the smallest ways that you can show God's love to a creature in need. To live the laws of the nation in such a way that they reflect God's goodness. Con’t pg 2 INSIDE THIS EDITION 250th Grill Raffle 2 Kentwood Parade 9 Sobie Meats Donation 2 Attendance Raffle 9 World War I 3 Prayer Intentions 10 Duty Calls 4 Clergy Dinner 10 Catholic Contributors to US 5 Priests Ordination 11 U S Flag Order 6 Fr Mark’s 40th 12 United Vets of Kent County 7 B-Days & Anniversaries 13 Raffle Updates 8 On the Lighter Side 14 Pope Leo’s 1st encyclical 8 Officers & Liaisons 15 Sir Knight of the Month 9 Dates of Note 15
2 To live in such a way that creates order and not chaos. To live a life of Holiness that reflects the light given to you by the father. The Knights of Columbus are meant to be the leaven that makes the dough of the United States rise. We must renew our commitment to God the Father who gave us this great nation to live in and make holy. We have the same capacity to become great American Saints. Let's all pray for our nation. And let's all choose every day to do something to make those prayers a reality. Vivat Jesus Happy Birthday America Thanks to Sobie Meats for the donation of $175.00 worth of meat from their store for the second prize in our 250th United States Anniversary grill raffle. The winner will choose his own favorite cuts with a gift card. The founders of the business were very supportive of various Vets programs. It’s nice to see the new owners continuing with that practice. One of the ways, is to allow the American Legion Post 1111 of GR to have a flag retirement box on their property. Thanks to owner Amy & manager Ken! Sir Knights, In April we mailed raffle tickets to every member of our Assembly. We did this so we can help take care of our veterans. The funds from this raffle will strictly be used to help and honor them. A raffle is a Fun way to do this instead of just asking you for a monetary donation. We hoped to make our 250th Anniversary a fun event. What's more fun then grilling out on the 4th of July. This is a way of making a donation and possibly win a nice prize in return. So, please try to sell the tickets you were sent because it would help us in our Mission of the 4th Degree. Also, the pot for the Queen of Hearts Progressive raffle is growing, Stop by the 5th Degree Bar to purchase tickets. Thank you Your Faithful Navigator
3 There is a story about four volunteers named, Everybody, Somebody, Anybody, and Nobody. There was an important job to be done and Everybody was asked to do it. Everybody was sure that Somebody would do it. Anybody could have done it, but Nobody did it. Somebody got angry about that, because it was Everybody’s job. Everybody thought Anybody could do it, but Nobody realized that Everybody blamed Somebody, and No- body excused Anybody. Conclusion, If Everybody will get in the act and pitch in, then Nobody will need to blame. World War I, also known as the Great War, started in July 28, 1914 after the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria. His murder escalated into a war across Europe that lasted until 1918. During the four- year conflict, Germany, Austria-Hungary, Bulgaria and the Ottoman Empire (the Central Powers) fought against Great Britain, France, Russia, Italy, Romania, Canada, Japan and the United States (the Allied Pow- ers). Thanks to new military technologies and the horrors of trench warfare, World War I saw unprecedented levels of carnage and destruction. By the time the war was over and the Allied Powers had won, over 16 mil- lion people—soldiers and civilians alike—were dead. "The war to end all wars" is a phrase originally used to describe World War I, reflecting the hope that its un- precedented destruction would prevent future global conflicts. The term originated from English author H.G. Wells, who in August 1914 published a series of articles in Lon- don newspapers that were later compiled into the book The War That Will End War Wells argued that the war was necessary to defeat German militarism, which he saw as the primary source of global instability. The phrase initially appeared as "the war to end war" and became widely circulated during the early years of the conflict It captured the idealistic hope that the horrors of modern mechanized warfare would shock humanity into lasting peace. WWI was the first “total war” — a conflict that mobilized entire societies, not just armies. Economies were re- organized for war production, civilians became targets and participants, and governments assumed powers unprecedented in peacetime. Societal changes occurred. With millions of men at the front, women entered factories, farms, transport and offices in unprecedented numbers — “munitionettes” in arms factories, bus drivers, nurses at the front. Their contribution was so visible that it became impossible to deny them political rights. Britain granted women over 30 the vote in 1918; full suffrage followed in 1928. The US passed the 19th Amendment in 1920.
4 A good showing of Honor Guard at St. Anthony of Padua to say good-bye to Sir Knight Robert Butler of Assembly 473. The visitation and the funeral for Bob was held on Monday evening June 22 and Tuesday June 23. Bob’s family was impressed that so many of us were there to show our support. The Honor Guard represents the highest degree of the Knights of Columbus, emphasizing patriotism, civic responsibility, and devotion to faith. Their presence at a funeral is not only a tribute to the deceased but also a demonstration of the Order’s commitment to charity, unity, and fraternity. Even in cases where the funeral is sparsely attended, the Honor Guard ensures that the deceased is honored and the family feels supported.
5 LETTER FROM GEORGE WASHINGTON TO THE ROMAN CATHOLICS On March 15th 1790, George Washington wrote a letter to Catholics. It was endorsed by Archbishop John Carroll, who was the first archbishop of the Unit- ed States, leading the Archdiocese of Baltimore. What a great letter to share on his birthday as a reminder that Washington had great admiration and sup- port for Catholics. Gentlemen: While I now receive with much satisfaction your congratulations on my being called, by an unanimous vote, to the first station in my country; I cannot but duly notice your politeness in offering an apology for the unavoidable delay. As that delay has given you an opportunity of realizing, instead of anticipating, the benefits of the general government, you will do me the justice to believe, that your testimony of the increase of the public prosperity, enhances the pleasure which I should otherwise have experienced from your affectionate address. I feel that my conduct, in war and in peace, has met with more general approbation than could rea- sonably have been expected and I find myself disposed to consider that fortunate circumstance, in a great degree, resulting from the able support and extraordinary candour of my fellow-citizens of all denominations. The prospect of national prosperity now before us is truly animating, and ought to excite the exer- tions of all good men to establish and secure the happiness of their country, in the permanent dura- tion of its freedom and independence. America, under the smiles of a Divine Providence, the pro- tection of a good government, and the cultivation of manners, morals, and piety, cannot fail of at- taining an uncommon degree of eminence, in literature, commerce, agriculture, improvements at home and respectability abroad. As mankind become more liberal they will be more apt to allow that all those who conduct them- selves as worthy members of the community are equally entitled to the protection of civil govern- ment. I hope ever to see America among the foremost nations in examples of justice and liberality. And I presume that your fellow-citizens will not forget the patriotic part which you took in the ac- complishment of their Revolution, and the establishment of their government; or the important as- sistance which they received from a nation in which the Roman Catholic faith is professed. I thank you, gentlemen, for your kind concern for me. While my life and my health shall continue, in whatever situation I may be, it shall be my constant endeavour to justify the favourable sentiments which you are pleased to express of my conduct. And may the members of your society in Ameri- ca, animated alone by the pure spirit of Christianity, and still conducting themselves as the faithful subjects of our free government, enjoy every temporal and spiritual felicity. G. Washington
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7 June 2026 LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR RYAN GRAMS Summer is here, which means we are seeing an increase in veterans coming to our office to apply for financial assistance, thanks to our Soldiers and Sailors Relief Fund (SSR). We are receiving an average of nearly 2,000 calls to our office each month! To continue to spread the news about programs like SSR, we have spent the last several months forming new partnerships with local compa- nies who have a large number of veteran employees, like: Acron Aviation who are a major global player in commercial aviation technology, focusing heavily on safety, pilot training, and data intelligence. (Photos) Amphenol Borisch Technologies who are an electronics manufacturer serving the military and aerospace industries. (Photos) Our team has visited both of their offices to meet with their veterans and provide information on how they can apply for VA benefits and utilize our other services. This is just one of the ways we are working to reach more veterans. We continue to invest in training for our team members as well! Our Accredited Veterans Services Officers (VSO), along with my- self, just returned from the Michigan Association of County Veteran Counselors (MACVC) Spring Conference in Bellaire, Michigan. One of our VSO Theresa Ergang, was named the new Judge Advocate for MACVC after previously serving as the Legislative Of- ficer. This week, some of our staff is attending the National Association of County Veterans Service Officers (NACVSO) Annual Conference and training. VSOs Theresa Ergang and Andrew LaPres are in Reno, Nevada and Supervisor Rachel Wustman and Clerk and Emergency Relief Coordinator Amanda Lake are attending the virtual training. This event offers critical training includ- ing 16+ Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Our team also just launched an outreach vehicle which serves as a mobile billboard for our office. This vehicle will be used to travel to and from the many different events we attend, across the 35 munici- palities we serve, while alerting people about our office and encouraging them to call us or visit our website. We just used it in both the Walker and Grand Rapids Memorial Day parades and got a lot of good feedback. We want to send a big thanks to our Purchasing and Fleet Services departments who worked to make this happen! From everyone at Kent County Veterans Services, we want to wish you a happy and safe summer. We thank you for helping get the word out about the services we offer while supporting continued education for our staff and making sure we are present in many parts of our community. Ryan Grams Director In honor of America's 250th anniversary, Kent County Veterans Services has unveiled a limited edition Challenge Coin. The small medallion is a military tradition that serves as a powerful symbol of membership, achievement, and camaraderie. Each year, our office designs a coin to give to veterans we meet at events throughout the year. This year, we have a very limited number of coins in honor of our nation's birthday. Visit us at one of our upcoming events for your chance to get one of our limited edition coins. Fri, July 3, 2026: Kent County Veterans Services closed in ob- servance of Independence Day Fri, July 17, 2026 1pm: Free Budget Class for Veterans and Spouses at Kent County Veterans Services, 836 Fuller Avenue NE, G R 49503 Fri, July 4, 2026: Grandville 4th of July Festivities: Craft Show booth from 8am-5pm Fri, July 24, 2026 from 8am-5pm: 90th Annual Byron Days Festival Thurs, July 9, 2026 from 1-3pm: Accredited Veterans Services Officer at G R Community College's Veterans Services Sat, July 25, 2026 from 8am-5pm: 90th Annual Byron Days Festival Fri, July 10, 2026 from 5-9pm: 31st Annual Lowell Riverwalk Festival Tues, July 28, 2026 from 9:30-11am: Veteran Resource Table at Crossroads Bible Church, 800 Scribner Ave NW, 49504 Sat, July 11, 2026 from 10am-4pm: 31st Annual Lowell Riverwalk Festival 31st Annual Lowell Riverwalk Festival Wed, July 29, 2026 from 4-7pm: Kent County Community Fest - South at Brewer Park, 399 84th Street SE, Byron Center, MI 49315 Tues, July 14, 2026 from 9:30-11am: Veteran Resource Table at Crossroads Bible Church, 800 Scribner Ave NW, G R 49504
8 RAFFLE UPDATE Fellow knights, we are running two raffles, one for the Veterans wreaths for Christmas and the other as a fund raiser for the Assembly and the Council 4362 building corporation. As to the first Raffle for the veterans; we have two hundred members in our fourth-degree assembly. We mailed a book of ten tickets to each member to sell or purchase at $5.00 each. The prizes are; first place a $400.00 Blackstone Flat-top grill, second prize $175.00 worth of meat and the third prize $100.00 cash. As of last Friday, May 22, we have received responses from 30 Sir Knights which raises $1300.00 dollars. Our goal is to raise $10,000.00. The drawing will be on Friday July 3rd . If you have not had a chance to sell your tickets, please take time to do this. We had sever- al veteran’s graves that went without wreaths last year. Any left-over funds will be used to support veteran’s causes. We are running a Queen of Hearts raffle at the 5th Degree Bar. The proceeds will be split be- tween the Assembly and the Council 4362 building corporation. This is a progressive raffle that will run for 20 weeks. Every Thursday we will draw from the tickets that have been sold that week. We have a board with cards if your name is drawn you can request a sealed card. A number card is worth $10.00, a Face card is worth $20.00 and Ace is worth $25.00, and a Queen of hearts is worth 50% of the pot. The cost of a ticket is $2.00. The more players we have the faster the pot will grow. The current pot is worth $500.00. Other clubs that have run this raffle and have seen pots of thousands of dollars. Please come down to the 5th Deree Bar on Thursdays at 6PM and join the fun. You do not have to be a member to play. Ask your friends to join you for a refreshment and fun. Any questions contact me, 616-901-6682, tbwdata@gmail.com Thanks, SK PFN Tom Walworth Activation Chairman. Magnifica Humanitas Presenting the first encyclical of his papacy. Pope Leo XIV warned that artificial intelligence risks deepening inequality, weakening human relationships and concentrating power unless guided by ethical oversight. Magnificent Humanity. On Safeguarding the Human Person in the Time of Artificial Intelligence, is Pope Leo XIV's first encyclical, addressing human dignity and the ethical challenges posed by artificial intelli- gence. This encyclical invites us to consider the profound impacts that rapid technological advancement has on human work, social relations, and the common good of all people. Read Magnifica Humanitas
9 At June meeting the name of member Tim Burns was drawn. Tim was not present so missed the big prize of 200 bucks. Because this was the last meeting of the Fraternal Year, some of the money should be given away. A ticket was provided for each member present . From those tickets a name was drawn to win half the pot.. The winner of the $100 was Ray Cummings. The membership Raffle will resume at the July meeting. This is in addition to the 50/50 which can be purchased prior to the begin- ning of the meeting which this month was won, for the second month in a row, by Gary Merritt.. JUNE SIR KNIGHT OF THE MONTH Sir Knight Ron Pelka became a Knight in 1968. He attended an exemplifi- cation of the 4th degree in 2001 and became a Sir Knight. He has held many officer positions in both Council 4362 and our Assembly, The last several years be has served as the Financial Secretary of council 4362 and Purser of our Assembly. He is also a member ot the Honor Guard and serves at many functions. He and his wife Betty have been married since June 1969. They are parishioners of St. Mary Magdalen. In his spare time loves to play Golf. Ron also is the MI direc- tor of the council which includes ordering all the Tootsie Rolls for Council 4362 and other councils for their convenience. He headed up the Texas Hold’em tournament at Kings Charity Poker Room as a fundraiser for the Assembly. So, when you say “I don’t have time”, think of all the Church events and Knights programs Ron has done while working and raising a family. Can we find a “Ron” in you? Look deep. Thank you Ron for all your efforts! FN Tony Arbanas SATURDAY JULY 4TH KENTWOOD INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE. *Meet at Crestwood Middle School at 8:30 to help decorate the float. Attn: HONOR GUARD - NEW ROUTE! PARADE WILL START AT 4755 WALMA AVE. AT THE NEW COMMUNITY CENTER. (Route travels South on Walma, continues South on Breton at the roundabout, turns west on 52nd street and ends at Challenger Ele- mentary School). - PARADE BEGINS AT 9:30 AM (IF you're able to come earlier - we'll be working on the Trailer decorating, more hands -make light work ! - Honor Guard & all Assembly 2210 members are encouraged to bring your Children, Grandchildren and Family members to help pass out Tootsie Rolls on both sides of the float that the Honor Guard will be on ! Any other questions, please contact the Faithful Navigator - Tony Arbansas; email tonyarbanas@att.com, or 616 -299-4879. Thank you, God Bless you and your families. Vivat Jesus! Faithful Commander-Sir Knight Antonio Rodriquez SATURDAY JULY 18 - Corporate Communion Our Lady of Sorrows. Mass time 4 PM. Tim Burns
10 Please Pray for the following; Msgr Bill Duncan SK Nick and Lady Linda Bravata Ken Klisz Mariel Crutcher Jose Cummings Mary Jo Kolenda Lady Marylynn Arbanas SK Ken Grachan SK Dan Urbanowski SK Bob Godi and Lady Barb Godi SK John Casarez Lady Betty Pelka Lady Marie Woodrum SK Paul Fricke and Lady Kathy Fricke SK William Hegyi Repose of the soul of Lady Helen Hegyi Lady Karen Rodriquez SK Ronnie Hage Children who are struggling with their faith especially our adult children who either still live in the house or out of the house. Healing for our sick family members. Pro-life Movement, protecting the sanctity of life from conception to natural death. If you have a prayer intention/need that you would like to share with the Assembly, please call/text Tony Deller 616-340-8116.
11 Our cadre of Priests in the Grand Rapids Diocese grew by three on Saturday June 20. These young men took the step from being Transitional Deacons to becoming Priests at the Ordination Ceremony at the Cathedral. Having an invitation to not only attend the ceremony, but to serve and be a part of it is a great honor.
12 A few of our Honor Guard were able to attend the Corporate Communion in Caledonia in the evening after the Ordination Mass at the Cathedral in the Morning. Fr. Mike Cilibraise is always a gracious host.
13 MEMBER BIRTHDAYS John Hagen 7-01-1942 Andrew Goodrow 7-17-1947 Ryan Hayes 7-01-1977 Ruben Romero 7-17-1971 Thomas Martin 7-04-1953 Steven Kolenda 7-21-1969 Darrell Schildroth 7-05-1941 Anthony Deller 7-26-1971 David Rottiers 7-10-1962 Kyle Koestner 7-26-1973 Wallace Castle 7-12-1955 Nicholas Bravata 7-27-1947 Gabriel Cavasos 7-15-1975 William Hegyi 7-28-1949 Eric Sumner 7-15-1967 James Groat 7-29-1958 Randall Mac George 7-16-1962 Sean Klisz 7-30-1981 May your hearts and home continue to stand on the solid rock of Christ. Storms will come, but your love and faithfulness will remain. Happy Anniversary! MEMBER ANNIVERSARIES Knock, knock. Who’s there? Orange. Orange who? Orange you glad I didn’t forget your birthday? Marriage is a journey And the map keeps changing every year. REYES & JOSIE GUILLEN 7-07-1979 KEN & DEBRA SKONECKI 7-25-1998 KEITH & MARIE WOODRUM 7-22-1989 GERALD & TRACEY KNEESHAW 7-28-2007 FREDERICK & SHIRLEY YOUNGS 7-22-1981 TONY & TAMMY DELLER 7-14-2001 A birthday can be seen as a serious or a joyful time depending on one’s age and one’s attitude towards life. Another year has passed and we look back on failures and successes. We think about our goals for the future and reflect on the past year. These are all thoughts that may come up on a birthday, but the main thing is to use a birthday as an opportunity to celebrate life and be joyful for the chance to be with friends and family.
14 GOD’S LAWN GOD: Frank, you know all about gardens and nature. What in the world is going on down there on the plan- et? What happened to the dandelions, violets, thistle and stuff I started eons ago? I had a perfect no- maintenance garden plan. Those plants grow in any type of soil, withstand drought and multiply with aban- don. The nectar from the long-lasting blossoms attracts butterflies, honey bees and flocks of songbirds. I ex- pected to see a vast garden of colors by now. But, all I see are these green rectangles. St. FRANCIS: It's the tribes that settled there, Lord. The Suburbanites. They started calling your flowers 'weeds' and went to great lengths to kill them and replace them with grass. GOD: Grass? But, it's so boring. It's not colorful. It doesn't attract butterflies, birds and bees; only grubs and sod worms. It's sensitive to temperatures. Do these Suburbanites really want all that grass growing there? ST. FRANCIS: Apparently so, Lord. They go to great pains to grow it and keep it green. They begin each spring by fertilizing grass and poisoning any other plant that crops up in the lawn. GOD: The spring rains and warm weather probably make grass grow really fast. That must make the Subur- banites happy. ST. FRANCIS: Apparently not, Lord. As soon as it grows a little, they cut it-sometimes twice a week. GOD: They cut it? Do they then bale it like hay? ST. FRANCIS: Not exactly, Lord. Most of them rake it up and put it in bags. GOD: They bag it? Why? Is it a cash crop? Do they sell it? ST. FRANCIS: No, Sir, just the opposite. They pay to throw it away. GOD: Now, let me get this straight. They fertilize grass so it will grow. And, when it does grow, they cut it off and pay to throw it away? ST. FRANCIS: Yes, Sir. GOD: These Suburbanites must be relieved in the summer when we cut back on the rain and turn up the heat. That surely slows the growth and saves them a lot of work. ST. FRANCIS: You aren't going to believe this, Lord. When the grass stops growing so fast, they drag out hoses and pay more money to water it, so they can continue to mow it and pay to get rid of it. GOD: What nonsense. At least they kept some of the trees. That was a sheer stroke of genius, if I do say so myself. The trees grow leaves in the spring to provide beauty and shade in the summer. In the autumn, they fall to the ground and form a natural blanket to keep moisture in the soil and protect the trees and bushes. It's a natural cycle of life. ST. FRANCIS: You better sit down, Lord. The Suburbanites have drawn a new circle. As soon as the leaves fall, they rake them into great piles and pay to have them hauled away. GOD: No!? What do they do to protect the shrub and tree roots in the winter to keep the soil moist and loose? ST. FRANCIS: After throwing away the leaves, they go out and buy something which they call mulch. They haul it home and spread it around in place of the leaves. GOD: And where do they get this mulch? ST. FRANCIS: They cut down trees and grind them up to make the mulch. GOD: Enough! I don't want to think about this anymore. St. Catherine, you're in charge of the arts. What movie have you scheduled for us tonight? ST. CATHERINE: 'Dumb and Dumber', Lord.. It's a story about.... GOD: Never mind, I think I just heard the whole story from St. Francis. This is a good reason to have a yard and not a lawn. If you have a cute or humorous story you like to share, send it to me.
15 FAITHFUL NAVIGATOR TONY ARBANAS tonyarbanas@att.com O F F I C E R S FAITHFUL FRIAR FR. DANNY ORRIS dannyorris@saintisidorechurch.org FAITHFUL CAPTAIN GARY MERRITT g.merritt@mikofc.org FAITHFUL ADMIRAL KEITH WOODRUM woodrumkeith@gmail.com FAITHFUL PILOT DAN HOFFMAN Lnryan5714@sbcglobal.net FAITHFUL SENTINEL REYE GUILLEN guillen94@gmail.com FAITHFUL COMPTROLLER JEREMY BATCKE jeremybatcke@yahoo.com FAITHFUL SENTINEL RAUL YSASI raulysasi@gmail.com FAITHFUL PURSER STEVE MAIER FAITHFUL SENTINEL JOHN CASAREZ casarezsksmk@gmail.com FAITHFUL SCRIBE VINCENT CUMMINGS vcummings997@gmail.com 1ST YEAR TRUSTEE RAYMOND CUMMINGS bugs4444@att.net FAITHFUL COMMANDER ANTONIO RODRIQUEZ sirknightajr7@gmail.com 2nd YEAR TRUSTEE LUIS COLON landcolon@yahoo.com FAITHFUL MARSHALL DON ROBINSON ltcr1234@gmail.com 3rd YEAR TRUSTEE ANTONIO RODRIQUEZ lsirknightajr7@gmail.com FAITHFUL DEGREE MARSHALL WALTER CUMMINGS unionmanwalter@yahoo.com DATES OF NOTE Fri July 3 Feast of St Thomas Sat July 4 Independence Day Kentwood Parade 9:30 AM Sat July 11 Memorial of St Benedict Tues July 14 Mem of St Katri Tekakwitha Tue July 14 Assembly Meeting Wed July 15 Mem of St Bonaventure Sat July 18 Corp Comm Our Lady of Sorrows GR Wed July 22 Feast of St Mary Magdalene Sat July 25 Feast of St James Sat July 28 Beginning of WW I Tues July 28 United Vets Kent County Meeting 7PM Fri July 31 Feast of St Ignatius of Lyola KEPHA Public Rosary Every 3rd Sat of Mo. @ Cathedral Square Thomas O. Martin Assembly 2210 5830 Clyde Pk. Wyoming, MI 49509 July 2026 edition If you have an article or an announcement which you would like in the Assembly news- letter, send to editor Gary Merritt— g.merritt@mikofc.org LIAISONS Health & Welfare Tony Deller tdeller7@gmail.com Veterans OPEN Fund Raisers Tom Walworth tbwdata@gmail.com Fraternity OPEN Recruitment OPEN Parades Antonio & Karen Rodriquez SirKnightajr7@gmail.com