Meeting Minutes for Tuesday, April 21, 2026

St. Mark’s Parish Hall (1011 Eastwood Rd), Wilmington, NC

Opening Ceremony

• SK Larry Greer opened the meeting at 7:00 pm in the Saint Mark’s Parish Hall, 1011 Eastwood Road, Wilmington, NC. There were 29 Sir Knights with ID cards and rosaries in attendance.

Call of Officers

Opening Prayer

• Meeting’s opening prayer was led by SK Greg Decker.

Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag

Opening Ode

• The Opening Ode, America the Beautiful, was sung.

Call for the Approval of the Minutes of the Prior Meeting

• Minutes approved as posted on website.

Report of the Faithful Friar

• No report.

Report of Faithful Comptroller - SK Frank Bio

• Membership 139 members, however; that doesn’t include the 13 new members.
• Dues – 10 members have not paid.
• The financials reported can be requested by contacting the Faithful Comptroller.

Report of the Faithful Purser - SK Tom Sullivan

• The financials reported can be requested by contacting the Faithful Purser.

Report of Committees

Membership Report/ Reading of Applications/ Balloting

• On Saturday, May 16, immediately following the Luncheon at the State Convention in Durham, a Special Fourth Degree Exemplification will be held for those who wish to join the Fourth Degree. Since this is a special exemplification, you must contact SK Decker ASAP to be walked through the process.

Veterans Committee

• Bi-monthly New Hanover Veterans Council Report – next meeting on May 21.
  • See website under Resources for further information; specifically, the NHCVC information, and the new information from the Brunswick County Veterans Coalition.

Honor Guard Events

• Honor Guard SK Marchese funeral, April 17
• Color Guard, St. Mark's Parish Picnic, April 25
• Color Guard St. Mark Catholic School, Passing of the Colors, May 8, 8:15 am
• Color Guard St. Mary Catholic School, Passing of the Colors, date & time TBD
• Honor Guard, Memorial Day, Laying of the Wreath National Cemetery, Mary 25, 11 am

Uniform Reimbursement

• Two available to offset 50% of the cost. Contact Faithful Navigator if interested.

2026 Collegiate Scholarship SK Jack Murphy & SK John Reynolds

• Money is currently being collected for the Scholarship Program.
  • Currently $8,504.03 funded, need $9,000 total. Requesting members and church to make additional donations.
  • However, there is still money not counted from St. Therese and Council 1074.
• Requests for applications from High School Seniors applying for college.
  • Need to be a registered parishioner in any of the Deanery parishes.
  • April 30 application deadline with winners to be announced in May with presentation at the next Assembly meeting.
  • Monthly scholarship raffle winners.
  • Tom Sullivan
  • Tim Ludgate

Fraternal Socials

• No report.

Trustees Report

• No report.

Unfinished/Old Business

• April 18 – Honor Flight from ILM.
  • On hand to greet the returning Honor Flight of the Cape Fear Area on April 18 were members of our assembly (Larry Greer, John Bolger, Andrew Duzant, Jack Murphy) and Vicky Kramer and Leland Hyer. We were particularly honored to have two previous Honor Flight recipients welcoming the return veterans: Sir Knight Joe Pulawski with wife, Mary, and Sir Knight Charlie Backes and wife, Mary.
• April 11 - Bi-Annual Meeting in Greensboro, NC.
  • The Assembly received the Civic Award for 2025.
  • Congratulations to past Faithful Navigator SK Frank Bio.

New Business

• See slate of officers for 2026-2027 on the website under News.
  • If interested in one of the positions, please contact FN Larry Greer.
• Presentation to 9 of the 13 new Sir Knights with certificates and membership cards.

Report of Third Degree Councils

These reports are to be forward-looking so that our membership knows what our affiliated councils will be doing over the upcoming month.

• 1074 Wilmington at BSSM and ICC

  • April 23, 24; May 1- Support Special Olympics at Ashley High School
  • April 24-25 - The Wings Over Carolina Beach Air Show will take place at Carolina Beach
  • May 10 – Baby Bottle Program to support Lifeline Pregnancy Center
  • May 15 -17, NC Knights of Columbus State Convention
  • COR continues at ICC on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month from 6:30 to 8:00 pm

• 12017 Fr. James E. Waters at St. Mark

  • April 25, St. Mark’s Parish Picnic from 12 – 4 pm, all are welcome
  • May 9 – Movie Night – Elizabeth Ann Seton movie, 6:30 pm
  • May 9-10 – Flowers for Mother’s Day
  • May 16-17 – Membership Drive

• 12885 St. Therese at St. Therese

  • April 8; 6 -8 pm, Knight out with the Ladies, a Great Success
  • April 23; 12 pm, Funeral Mass for David Gould, St. Therese Catholic Church
  • May 9 &10 – Mother’s Day Flowers
  • May 16; 9:15 am – Blessing of the Beach

• 11817 Fr. Roland Gross at St. Stanislaus

  • A hearty Thank you to all the SKs that participated in the Divine Mercy devotion on April 12
  • Participating in 40 Cans for Lent. Collected 700 pounds of food, and $3,800 in donations
  • May 11 to Mid-September – Parish Hall will be shut down for renovations.
  • May 9-10 – Roses to be distributed for Mother’s Day

Brothers in Need

• Fr. Greg Spencer

Good of the Order – April Reflections

As we gather in this month of April, we are reminded of renewal, sacrifice, and service values that are deeply rooted in both our faith and our Order. The season of Easter calls us to reflect on the ultimate example of love and charity, and to renew our commitment to live as faithful witnesses in our communities.

The Fourth Degree stands as a visible reminder of our dedication to patriotism and service to both God and country. Let us continue to uphold the principles of charity, unity, fraternity, and patriotism in all that we do. Our presence, whether in uniform, at parish events, or in quiet acts of service, makes a lasting impact.

This month, we encourage all Sir Knights to remain active and engaged. Support your parish, assist your brother Knights, and look for opportunities to serve those in need. Small actions, done with great love, strengthen both our Order and our communities.

Let us also keep in our prayers those who are sick, struggling, or have passed on. May we offer comfort to their families and remain steadfast in our support for one another.

As we move forward, may we be guided by faith, strengthened by brotherhood, and inspired to lead by example.

Closing Prayer

• Conducted by SK Greg Decker: Our Father, Hail Mary, and Glory Be.

Closing Ode

• Sung the Star-Spangled Banner.

50/50 Drawing – Guiseppe Cortina

Adjourn

• Next regular meeting will be at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at St. Mark's Parish Hall.
• Meeting adjourned at 7:48 pm.

Minutes submitted by SK Mike Apicella, Faithful Scribe.