Msgr. Delaney KOC 5983

To My Brother Knights, Sister Columbiettes and the entire

Delaney Council Family,

There are so many thoughts running through my head for the upcoming months. End of Summer, Labor Day; start of a new school year; 911 remembrance; Installation of our officers; our fraternal Order’s Name sake’s Columbus Day. All momentous for remembrance and for new beginnings. I wish all an exciting and productive year, for those starting at new schools and those returning to class, for our officers for their unity, fraternity, and especially charitable works. Last month we had a great opportunity remembering and asking for the Canonization of Blessed Michael McGivney the founder of the Knights of Columbus on his Birthday and his feast day with a special votive Mass and Holy Hour. I am extremely grateful for our Pastor Fr. John for borrowing the First Class Relic  from the McGivney Guild, for our Chaplain Fr. Francis celebrating the mass and Deacons Chris and John for their assistance and for all of those that shared 

these special Evenings. As we step into the next month, I personally continue to ask for Blessed Michael McGivney’s intercession for the recovery and wellbeing of our members and their families struggling with health concerns. 

“For I am not ashamed of the gospel. It is the power of God leading everyone who believes in it to salvation…” Rom 1:16  Open the book!  I challenge all of you to try something new, yet familiar. We hear the readings every Sunday at mass some are luckier and hear them more often. Well, we are arranging a program that will bring you closer to the Word and in a closer relationship with Jesus through the Gospels. With the guidance of Dcn. Chris we are starting an 8-week program “Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible” by Ascension Press. I look forward to seeing you and sharing this wonderful time together. Please join us at the Installation in September. If you are looking for some relaxing and fun fraternal activities look for the upcoming Cigar/BBQ night in September and Oktoberfest.

Yours in Christ,

Matt Antonucci, Grand Knight

P.S. I had written the above shortly before the recent sad time my family has gone through, and I would like to add and share the gratitude of my family for the outpouring of support and love shown by so many. Having faith is so important when going through bereavement but having support from friends that share that faith truly is a blessing from our Lord Jesus. May the Lord always grant you the 

graces and courage to get through life’s challenges.