Posted by Recorder Paul Hannan
President Greg Gibbons called the monthly business meeting to order at 7:08 p.m.
He followed the procedures with the Sentinel and Marshall, rapped the gavel, and called for a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance.
Recording Secretary called the Roll of Officers:
President Greg Gibbons P
Vice President Brian Tumulty E
Chaplain Deacon Gerald Moore E
Recording Secretary Paul Hannan P
Financial Secretary Tom Masarick P
Treasurer Mike Eggleston P
Standing Committee Douglas Morrison E
Marshall Johnny McLaughlin P
Sentinel Jerry Laffey P
Past President Pat Sullivan P
Meeting minutes were posted online. Motion to accept the minutes was
made, seconded, and passed.
President’s Report: Brothers, as a Catholic men’s club, we have been doing a great job of following our motto of Friendship, Unity, and Christian Charity.
I am pleased to announce we have a Chaplain assigned to us. Let’s welcome Deacon Gerry Moore.
Kudos to Tom Masarick for taking over the Financial secretary duties and getting the membership under control.
Mike Eggleston did a great job on the business cards to recruit new members. I have handed out approximately 10. This will help us.
We need a great turnout for the Lady of Knock Mass and breakfast. We have a very busy September and October. I ask for your support, especially as these events raise money for our charities.
Communications and Correspondence: None to present
Propositions on Candidates for Membership- Brian Tumulty excused
- Reports
A. Calendar of Events Greg Gibbons October 4 Manassas Fall Festival
Jubilee raffle ricket bracelet and magnet sales
October 8 Down’s Syndrome Assoc of No. VA Buddy Walk
October 13 Shamrock Degree and Division Meeting: VFW Post 7589
7:00PM
October 18 Hunger Project food collection Giant by Costco
10AM-4PM
October 25 House of Mercy Fund Raiser at KofC Hall with a 6 pm start
B. Chaplain Homily Deacon Gerry Moore Excused
C. Charities and Missions Greg Rebbert No Report
D. Freedom for All Ireland Dominic Preston Report submitted
E. Standing Committee/Grievance Doug Morrison Excused
F. Historian Johnny McLaughlin Report Submitted
G. Hunger Project Bart Emmanuel October 18 from 10 am to 4 pm
H. Immigration Brian Tumulty Excused
I. Project St. Patrick TBD
J. Pro Life Paul Huber reminded the membership to vote in local and state elections.
K. Publicity/ Webmaster Brian Tumulty Excused
L. Report on Sick and Visitation Dennis Connolly Excused
M. Veterans Affairs Doug Morrison Report submitted
Report of the Treasurer Mike Eggleston Report Submitted
Bills and Claims Tom Masarick Report Submitted
Receipts of the Meeting: Tom Masarick Report Submitted - Unfinished Business: — The Road Clean Up was Saturday, August 23rd.
Thank you to John Masarick and those who attended. After the cleanup, some folks
went to Ashton Diner. It was a fun event. - The next road cleanup is on November 15.
- I have updated the calendar to move the Whiskey Tasting to TBD in November. The House of Mercy fundraising Beer and Brats dinner is on October 25. We raised $1,300 last year. We want to make $2,000 this year.
- We still need to recruit 2 more members this year. 72 Regular members 1
Life member and 6 clergy - Production of Trip to Ireland Raffle Tickets finalized. Monetary savings, again, thanks to you Mike Eggleston. Sales will begin on Sept. 14 at the Old Towne Sports Pub followed by City Tavern or VooDoo Brothers on Sept. 28.
- Sale of Cookbooks, bracelets, and magnets. We sold 2 more cookbooks.
Baskets of cheer, giveaways, and Fall Jubilee. - Tim Tran will sing for our event on Friday, September 19. Flyers are out. Last year was a
big success. Give it a try. Friendship is the focus. It is a social. - Ryan Driscoll spoke on his trip to Ireland as an AOH student Ambassador. He
was able to tour Northern Ireland, meet many people, and learn about
the history and culture. He said there remains some tension. But his trip was safe.
Political division is still evident. - Our next quarterly state meeting is on October 18. We need someone to attend.
- Fall Jubilee Oct. 4.
- House of Mercy Fundraiser Dinner is Oct. 25.
- Good and Welfare of the Order: Please pray for the McCusker Family,
Jim Adams, Meg Connolly, Kim Urlich, and Tony Lopaki’s daughter. John
Marigliano’s wife died, as did Johnny McLaughlin’s grandmother. Chris S said his uncle Norman died. Brian Tumulty has Covid. - The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m. following closing prayers and the 50/50 raffle. After the meeting ended, a potluck picnic was enjoyed by all.
