Knights of Columbus Charity Golf Tournament Saturday, July 12, 2025.
Due to the increased demand a second couples retreat has been added at the Subiaco Coury House this year. The theme will be "Living Liturgy and Liturgical Living". The Retreat Director will be George Hoelzeman.
This will be a chance to learn more about the Mass and the changes in the Liturgy that will be put into effect in the coming year.
The cost for the weekend will be $215 for a couple and $170 for a single room. The cost includes two nights lodging and six meals. There are only 30 rooms available.
For reservations contact:
Roy Anderle, State Church Director.
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479-394-4519
You can also contact Bill Welch, 922-6345
This will be a chance to learn more about the Mass and the changes in the Liturgy that will be put into effect in the coming year.
The cost for the weekend will be $215 for a couple and $170 for a single room. The cost includes two nights lodging and six meals. There are only 30 rooms available.
For reservations contact:
Roy Anderle, State Church Director.
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
479-394-4519
You can also contact Bill Welch, 922-6345
Brother Knights, the subject Tournament provides two primary benefits, having a great time while helping St. Johns School.
When: August 28, 2010
Where: Diamondhead Country Club
What: Four Player Scramble, shotgun start
Cost: $75.00 per, barbecue lunch included
Misc.: Mulligans for sale
Prizes & Contests:
Putting contest with a potential payout of $10,000.
Longest and most accurate drive, mens & women.
Closest to the hole, several holes.
Hole #7, Casino hole.
$250,000.00 hole in on
Contacts:
Ralph Melenson: 915-0303, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Bill Welch: 922-6345, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Tournament Chairman: Hans Purkott, 501-623-8263
If you can not play, there is a need for volunteers to work on the course the day of the Tournament.
The annual Blind Camp funded by the National Camps for Blind Children (NCBC) was held July 4 - 10 at Camp Yorktown Bay on Lake Ouachita. While some Village churches and a number of civic organizations encourage their volunteers to assist with various aspects of the camp's activities, Council 10208 provides volunteers for the bowling portion of the camp.
For several years Mike Frantz has been coordinating the activities of the knights and their spouses for the five days of the bowling activity which lasts 2 - 2.5 hours at Fiesta B
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| Mike Frantz congratulates a camper after he rolled a combination of two strikes and a spare. |
In addition to the response of so many volunteers, one of the highlights for Mike Frantz this year ocurred as he assisted a camper off of the bus at Fiesta Bowl. When Mike greeted the camper, he responded with "Hi Mike" as he had remembered the sound of Mike's voice from last year and addressed him by name.
Besides helping with the camp, the Council has annually been giving the National Camps for Blind Children $1,000 from the funds raised during the fall "Tootsie Roll" campaign. (Check the Photo Gallery for more pictures.)
Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus welcome Hot Springs native, Father William (Bill) Elser as their new priest as Monsignor Bernard Malone transitions into a new phase of his ministry. Father Elser was born and raised in Hot Springs with his 5 brothers and 3 sisters. His mother still resides in the family home she and her late husband moved into 58 years ago. Growing up in St. Mary’s parish in Hot Springs, Father Elser and his brothers all served as altar boys when Monsignor Malone was assigned there some 40+ years ago.
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| Father William Elser |
Over the years, Father Elser has served many Catholic parishes throughout Arkansas. One of his early assignments was with former Sacred Heart Pastor Father Rossi in Mountain Home, and over the years he has served in parishes from Fort Smith to Jonesboro and most recently in Benton and back home in Hot Springs.
Father Elser has been shepherd to many flocks and to the spiritual well-being of the young and old alike. He counseled college age students at the Newman Center when he was appointed to Jonesboro, and he thoroughly enjoys opportunities to teach youngsters about their religion. He has ample experience administering to the spiritual needs of the “retired generations” as well, having ministered to parishes in Bella Vista and Fairfield Bay.
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| GK John Bodensteiner Congratulating and Thanking Monsignor Malone |
At its June 8 meeting and installation of officers, the Daniel P. Sullivan Council recognized Monsignor's many years of service as a priest, his 61 years as a knight, and his eight years as Council Chaplain.
Monsignor Malone was presented with a $500 check, a plaque, and a Spiritual Bouquet consisting of prayers being offered by knights for his intentions and fulfillment in his new ministry. The bouquet included: 901 Our Fathers; 2460 Hail Marys; 922 Glory be to the Fathers; 590 Rosaries; 557 Prayers for priests; and an hour of adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.
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| Monsignor Malone Displaying His Plaque |
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| Bill Welch (l) receiving gavel from John Bodensteiner |
The new grand knight is Bill Welch and his officers include: Dave Johnston; Bill Roe; Steve Schramer; Ernest Folse; Steve Fetcko; Ron Barta; Chuck MacDonald; Dan Murphy; Jim Passe; Tom Thornton; Ed Miller; Ron Boudreaux; and, John Bodensteiner. Handling the directorship responsibilities for the grand knight will be: Dick Breckon; Tom Yerina; Milt Spaniel; Rolland White; Mac Good; Ike Eisenhauer; Mike Welsh; and, Art Morissette. Mike Miller is administrator of the web site (www.hsvkofc.org). Father Bill Elser is replacing the recently retired Monsignor Bernard Malone as chaplain. Deacon Larry Lipsmeyer will continue as assistant to the chaplain, and Randy Schnoebelen will serve the council as area field agent. (See the Organization Chart for officer and director titles with photos.)
The Daniel P Sullivan Council 10208 with 255 members under the leadership of Grand Knight John Bodensteiner and his officers and directors with the support of many mambers experienced an excellent 2009-2010 fraternal year, its 20th as a council in the Village. In addition to meeting its goal of 26 new members, it raised and awarded more than $33,000 in support of its charities and causes, which included a number of new beneficiaries.
During the June 8 meeting and installation of officers, Grand Knight John Bodensteiner announced the recipients of the 2009-2010 Knight of the Year and Family of the Year awards.
Program Director Dick Breckon earned the Knight of the Year award for his excellent work with the directors in successfully planning and implementing the many council programs and activities as well as to document procedures for each. For more information about Dick, click on Knight of the Year.
Gerald and Ann Krawczynski were named Family of the Year for Gerald's dedication to the Knights of Columbus organization at both the local and the state levels with Ann's complete support. For more information about Gerald and Ann, click on Family of the Year.
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| Program Director Dick Breckon (l) receiving Award from GK John Bodensteiner |
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| Ann and Gerald Krawczynski receiving Award from GK John Bodensteiner |
Jim Passe was chosen May Knight of the Month for his efforts in leading the effort of attaining the Council's goal of 26 new members for the 2009-2010 Fraternal Year.
Dan and Marge Stehling were selected the May Family of the Month for their dedicated service to council, church, and community.
Follow the links to the Awards page for the complete stories. Congratulations and thanks for these excellent examples of dedicated service.
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| Pictured (l-r) Don Dierks, Billy Jones, and Bill Ligon |
The council welcomes Don Dierks, Billy Jones, and Bill Ligon.
With the recent establishment of a Roundtable in Malvern by District 10 Deputy Ed Miller, there were three former knights who reapplied for membership and one who transferred. The names of these men are Randy Floriani, Mitchell Melson, Danny Sampson, and William Stevens. These four knights are now part of Council 10208 while working with their pastor in Malvern.
June 24, 2010
(NEW HAVEN, CT) - Two of the world's largest rating agencies, Standard & Poor's and A.M. Best, have affirmed their top financial strength ratings for the Knights of Columbus. Standard & Poor's reaffirmed its top rating of AAA (Extremely Strong) for the 18th consecutive year, and A.M. Best reaffirmed its top rating of A++ (Superior) for the 35th consecutive year. Standard & Poor's said that its rating of the financial strength of the Knights of Columbus is "based on its extremely strong capital, very strong competitive position because of its unique strategic advantage in the Catholic market, historically strong profitability, and extremely strong liquidity.