Meeting Minutes for Tuesday, August 18, 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 23 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.

New Vicar announced SK Fr Pius Wekesa

Call for the Approval of the Minutes of the Prior Meeting

• Minutes approved as posted on website.

Report of the Faithful Friar

• No report, Deacon George still in hospital recovering from surgery

Report of Faithful Comptroller - SK Frank Bio

• Membership 150 members
• 1 Death - SK Gilbert Joseph Hirscher
• 1 increase in Honorary Life - SK Frank Manole
• 1 Honorary, 25 Honorary Life
• Thank you note from Save a Vet Now Organization in Hampstead for $100 donation
• No receipts this month
• Budget is distributed by email only; it's not available online
• 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

• No applications for the 4th degree.
• One 4th Degree Transfer - PGK, SK Leo Horner

Veterans Support

• $50 gift cards for Ashley House Veterans being discharged.
• Now in the Assembly budget.

Veterans Committee

• Bi-monthly New Hanover Veterans Council Report – next meeting on September 17.
• See website under Resources for further information; specifically, the NHCVC information, and the information from the new Brunswick County Veterans Coalition.
• SK Greg Decker Veterans Raffle information being sent to the Council Grand Knights.
  • Tickets or online sales
  • Payout - $500, 250 or 125 in cash on November 17
  • Revenue supports various veteran groups and activities in the area

Honor Guard Events

• Flag Instruction for Catholic school 8th grades
  • August 24 2:30pm St. Mark Catholic School
  • August 24 or 28 St. Mary Catholic School
• September 26; 10:30 AM - Installation of the pastor, Fr. Steve DiMassimo, and new building at St. Stanislaus.

2026 Collegiate Scholarship - SK Jack Murphy & SK John Reynolds

• The Collegiate Scholarship fundraising will begin in January.

Fraternal Socials

• New Cape Fear Museum.
• Knights out with the Ladies.
• Send suggestions to FN Larry Greer.

Trustees Report

• June 30 Audit is complete.

Unfinished/Old Business

• None

New Business

• Installation of New Officers will be August 27 at St. Mark with Assembly 3952; 5:30 to 7:30pm.

  Office	Holder
  Faithful Navigator	SK Larry Greer
  Faithful Friar	Rev SK Greg Spencer
  Captain	SK Colin Simpson
  Pilot	SK George Schadt
  Comptroller	SK Frank Bio
  Admiral	SK Greg Decker
  Purser	SK Tom Sullivan
  Scribe	SK Mike Apicella
  Inner Sentinel	SK Joe Damitz
  Outer Sentinel	SK John Danchisko
  1st Year Trustee	SK Michael Breit
  2nd Year Trustee	SK Frank Weisgerber
  3rd Year Trustee	SK Dennis Kelleher
  Corps Commander	SK Bob Gabel

• Budget for the next fraternal year was compiled by the Faithfull Comptroller.
  • Proposed budget was emailed to members in July.
  • Final vote at the September meeting.
• Effective September 1, Past State Deputy Sergio Miranda will be the next District Master of the Fourth Degree for North Carolina.
• Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, will take place on Thursday, September 24, at 2pm.

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

  • August 22 - Food Drive at Carolina Beach
  • August 22 - St. Mary's Family Festival 4-9pm
  • August 30 - Corporate Communion at BSSM at 8 am before the 8:30 Mass
  • August 30 - Faith Formation Kickoff at ICC at 12 noon
  • August 30 - Music Ministry Potluck in the Upper Room - Brother Alex Hill
  • September 13 - Soccer Challenge, YMCA Midtown from 2-5 pm.
  • September 25 - Sister Isaac Gala 5:30 to 9pm
  • October 2 - ICC Blood Drive from 10 AM to 3:30pm
  • October 5 - The Lou Mattes Memorial Charity Golf Tournament - Beau Rivage
  • October 24 - Council 1074 Family Picnic 2-5pm at St. Mary's Church

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

  • August 19 - COR recently started Gospel of Mark. Still time to join as we're only through the first chapter. Every Wednesday at 7pm.
  • August 30 - Fifth Sunday Rosary - 8:45 in the Rosary Garden
  • August 30 - Latino Car Wash - 10:30-4:00
  • September 5-6 - Coats for Kids collections at all Masses
  • September 12 - Bed Build Day at Lowes MJ 7:30
  • September 12 - Movie Night - On the Waterfront - 6:30pm
  • If any parishes have any Hispanic Knights, contact Greg Peters for the St. Mark's Roundtable for further information

• 12885 St. Therese at St. Therese

  • Every Saturday Morning at 8am Talk about the bible, followed by breakfast
  • 3rd Tuesday of every month unload food at St. Joe's Pantry in Burgaw
  • September 19 - Fall Shrimparoo

• 11817 Fr. Roland Gross at St. Stanislaus

  • November 7 - Polish Festival
  • September 26 - Bishop Luis Zarama will be elevating Fr. Steven from Admin to Pastor. There will be a 10:30am Mass followed by a light luncheon. Honor Guard Requested.

Brothers in Need

• Fr. Greg Spencer
• Deacon George Keenan
• Barbara Schadt
• Fr. Cesar for his safety
• For the repose of the souls of: Mike Hession and Sally Luckett

Good of the Order – August Reflections

As we enter the month of August, we are reminded of the importance of perseverance, faith, and continued service. In this time, often marked by the closing days of summer and preparation for new beginnings, we are called to remain steadfast in our commitment to the principles of our Order.
August also invites us to reflect on the virtue of dedication to our faith, our families, our communities, and our country. As Fourth Degree Knights, we are entrusted with the responsibility of exemplifying patriotism in both word and action. Let us continue to be visible signs of unity and strength, always ready to serve where we are needed.
This is a good time to reconnect and reengage. Reach out to a fellow Sir Knight, attend assembly functions, and look for opportunities to support your parish and community. Our collective efforts, no matter how small, contribute to the greater food and strengthen the bonds of our brotherhood.
Please keep in your prayers all Sir Knights and their families, especially those who may be facing illness, hardship, or loss. May we continue to support one another with compassion and fraternity.
As we move through this month, may we be guided by faith, inspired by charity, and committed to living out the values we proudly represent.
Vivat Jesus!

Closing Prayer

• Conducted Fr. Pius - Our Father, Hail Mary and Glory Be.

Closing Ode

• Sung the Star-Spangled Banner.

Adjourn

• Next regular meeting will be at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, September 15, at St. Mark's Parish Hall.
• Meeting adjourned at 7:52 pm.

Minutes submitted by SK Mike Apicella, Faithful Scribe.