January 2025 Knight of the Month Frank Klier

Frank Klier is an exceptional Knight.  He is always one of the first to volunteer to organize and run Knights functions.  Frank serves as Warden of our Knights Council 10208 Officers and Directors Team.  His position is instrumental in setting up and facilitating events such as Monthly Council Meetings, Exemplifications as we bring new Knights into our 1st through 3rd and 4th Degree Council and Assembly functional areas.

  Frank makes things happen on a regular, real-time basis.  He recently gave of his time and efforts on Thanksgiving Day, during our Parish Thanksgiving Meal, to run our Parish Refreshment Center.  Frank helped make sure others would have a memorable day with friends and family.  Frank continually seeks out people in need and is always there to lend a hand.

  Frank is one of our invaluable Church Ushers.  You can count on him to always be there early, stay late, and makes sure that any parishioner who may need help getting in and out of the church safely has him taking care of their needs.

  In addition to all the formal church duties Frank is involved in, there are all the other things as well.  The setting of tables for meals and other functions, serving line duties, and the clean-up when the function is over.  These kitchen duties consist of manually scrubbing pots and pans and helping with the automated dishwashing process also.

Brother Bob Kulas with GK John Weidert receiving the December 2024 Knight of the Month Award

Brother Knight Bob Kulas has been a 3rd Degree Knight for over 15 years, and a 4th Degree Knight for 11 years.  He held the position of "Advocate" on our Knight's Officers and Directors Team for 7 years and controlled the check book as our 4th Degree Assembly Purser for 4 years.

  Bob is very involved in our Parish social functions.  He organizes and prepares Knights meals such as Breakfasts, Spaghetti Dinners and most recently Chili for our Annual Fall Fest.  He is also part of the kitchen crew during our Annual Men's Retreat held at our Little Rock Diocese.

  As well as providing donations for Parish Knight's Auctions, Bob is also very involved with the prizes and other Special Olympics activities.  Bob is a 13-year member of our Local Community "Patriot Guard Riders" which honors our Veterans and 1st Responders, and he also serves as a member of our Parish Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration group. 

  Brother Bob Kulas is an exceptional Knight, Patriot and human being.  He is well deserving of the coveted recognition of Knight of the Month for December. 

October 2024 Knight of the Month L-R Mary and Drinnon Hand, GK John Weidert

Since moving to the village in May 2021 with his wife, Mary, Drinnon has quickly become a cherished member of the Knights of Columbus, known for his dedication, warmth, and commitment to service. His contributions span various roles, all marked by his enthusiasm for helping others and his joy in serving those around him.

Drinnon is a vital presence in the kitchen for the local Knights of Columbus (KofC) events. Working alongside Mike Gonda, he assists with food preparation and dishwashing. His work goes beyond simple chores; Drinnon finds doing dishes both relaxing and rewarding. Whether setting up, tearing down, or cleaning up, his efforts ensure that each KofC function runs smoothly.

Beyond the kitchen, Drinnon lends his expertise to maintaining the beautiful greenery on church grounds, including the Memorial Garden Columbarium. Collaborating with Bill Patterson and Gary Wolfer, he helps maintain the trees, keeping the grounds picturesque and serene. His contributions to this upkeep reflect his appreciation for the community's shared spaces.

Drinnon is also a dedicated member of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (SHOJ) Disaster Response Team, which has been active in assisting the community following the tornadoes that impacted HSV in 2024. His readiness to respond to community needs during these challenging times is a testament to his commitment and reliability.

Every Thursday, Drinnon brings joy to the residents at Good Samaritan by playing his mandolin in sing-alongs. These sessions bring together residents, staff, and community members, filling the space with music, laughter, and camaraderie.