My Brothers,

These are very busy times for all of us.  I hope this message finds you well.  My wife Kimmie and I hope you are safe and staying healthy during all the winter storms the county has gone through recently.
 
I would like to thank all of you for your successful efforts in getting the new year off to a great start. I.e. Graveyard of the Innocent, Pro-Life events, First degree, etc. 
 
The council's current main goals have been to finding ways to involve new members in the event activities and future goals of the council.  I know that most if not all our brothers help out in some way for events. However, we are in need of leaders that want to get involved and coordinate these events. 
 
It is very disheartening to see new brothers become members of the council and then hear that one of the reasons is they are not feeling they are being involved enough.  Therefore, the officers and directors are calling out all members, new and current, to step forward and join us in a "Meet and Greet" night on Feb 19th.  This night will be all about how we can get you involved and answer questions about what we do and what you event ideas you have for the council to pursue.
 
A couple of reminders. If you are a current officer or director and/or willing to take a step up and challenge yourself in taking a leadership position, please think about making your name available for open positions. During the April council meeting, the trustees will need to have the slate of officers identified.  
 
We have a lot of upcoming events in the next few months, i.e.. local, district and State Free throw competitions; special olympics, St. Patrick's Dinner Dance, etc.
 
On our next council meeting, Tuesday February 9, the council will host a 2nd degree before starting with the business part. From the numbers I have been hearing so far, we will have approx 10-12 candidates representing 3-4 councils.  Please show your support by attending this degree as an observer.    
 
I have also had some inquiries from fellow officers and directors pertaining to the idea of forming a wife's support group and a squires group. I plan to follow up with information on these requests and also would like to hear of more interest. 
 
Again, thank you all for your support for first part of the fraternal year and for the events coming up.
 

Fraternally,

Markus Bailey
Grand Knight
Email:  juanvdez_mab@hotmail.com