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Light-Up for Christmas

2023-12-05T00:00:00+00:00

Submitted by Norbert LockwoodFr. Paul J.F. WattsonEach year Fr. Paul J.F. Wattson Council 8919 withe permission of the pastor of Our Lady of the Atonement Parish (Forest Glade - Windsor), erects a nativity, a Keep Christ in Christmas Sign and decorates trees at the entrance to the parish parking lot at the beginning of advent. Prior to the Council meeting in December, the members of the parish, local community and Council are invited to attend the blessing of the nativity and sign, and to share in hot chocolate and cookies provided by the Council in the adjacent St. Francis Hall.

Light-Up for Christmas 2023-12-05T00:00:00+00:00

In-Person Exemplification

2023-11-25T00:00:00+00:00

Submitted by Dan PergolesiFr. Paul J.F. WattsonOn Saturday November 25th, the Degree Team of Fr. Paul J.F. Wattson Council 8919 conducted an in-person degree, inducting 5 candidates into three different Councils. Fr. Paul J.F. Wattson welcomed Brothers Nishant John and James Gillis, Windsor Most Precious Blood Council 1412 welcomed Brothers David Booker and Joe Gervais, and Mother Teresa Council 12494 welcomed Brother Nilo Colussi. Congratulations to each of these fine gentlemen who are eager to help each of their respective Councils moving forward.

In-Person Exemplification 2023-11-25T00:00:00+00:00

Goodfellows Paper Drive

2023-11-23T00:00:00+00:00

Submitted by Dan PergolesiFr. Paul J.F. WattsonOn Thursday November 23rd and Friday November 24th, members of Fr. Paul J.F. Wattson Council 8919 and St. John Vianney Council 9528 volunteered their time to help collect donations and distribute papers on behalf of Goodfellows of Windsor. Members staffed various store fronts on the east end of the city, in two separate shifts, 5:00 to 7:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 both days. Donations collected $5679.70, with an additional $1500 donated between the two Councils. Total returned to Goodfellows: $ 6179.70. Thank you to all our fantastic Knights and family members who braved the cold [...]

Goodfellows Paper Drive 2023-11-23T00:00:00+00:00

Installation of Officers

2023-09-16T00:00:00+00:00

Submitted by Dan PergolesiFr. Paul J.F. WattsonOn September 16th, the two Councils of the East Windsor Family of Parishes, Fr. Paul J.F. Wattson Council 8919 (OLOTA Parish) and St. John Vianney Council 9528 (SJV Parish), held a joint Installation of Officers at Our Lady of the Atonement Parish, for the 2023/2024 fraternal year. Hosted by District 76 District Deputy Donny Thivierge and assisted by District 39 District Deputy Raymond Beaupre, with celebrant Fr. Jim Higgins, conducted the induction ceremony. Each position on both executives was represented, with the accompaniment of many of the members wives. The event was capped off with [...]

Installation of Officers 2023-09-16T00:00:00+00:00

Coats for Kids

2022-11-22T00:00:00+00:00

Submitted by Dhafir (Dave) AlgudadyFr. Paul J.F. WattsonAfter communicating with our two local Catholic Schools, Council 8919 purchased two boxes of youth coats to accommodate their needs. We also purchased one box of adult coats. On November 22nd, GK Dave Algudady and Treasurer Dan Dumouchelle delivered one box of coats to each H.J. Lassaline and L.A. Desmarais Elementary Schools. We also delivered the one box of adult size coats to our local Unemployment Help Center.

Coats for Kids 2022-11-22T00:00:00+00:00

Exemplification of Charity, Unity and Fraternity

2022-11-17T00:00:00+00:00

Submitted by Dahfir (Dave) AlgudadyFr. Paul J.F. WattsonOn November 17th, 2022, Council 8919 held an Exemplification of Charity, Unity and Fraternity in Our Lady of the Atonement Parish. The newly created Council Degree Team consists of PSD Bob Cayea (Presider), PGK Dan Dumouchelle, PGK John Barron and current GK Dave Algudady as presenters, with Trustee John Sabga as Warden. Two new Brother Knights were Exemplified - Benedicto Sadano and Augustine John, with two first and/or second degree Knights completing their third degree (David Bruno and Avitus D’sa). Following the ceremony, the members along with their families were treated to refreshments in [...]

Exemplification of Charity, Unity and Fraternity 2022-11-17T00:00:00+00:00

Bottle Drive for Special Olympics

2022-07-09T00:00:00+00:00

Submitted by Denis RobillardFr. Paul J.F. WattsonSpecial Olympics Bottle Drive Final Report July 2022   By Denis Robillard, chairman   The Holy Bible is filled with numerous examples of people helping others. Both old and new testament quotes can be applied when we discuss the idea of helping others in the home, at school or in the wider community. For example, the good book says: ‘Don’t withhold good from someone who deserves it, when it is in your power to do so.” (Proverbs 3:27). Or even this quote: “Poor persons will never disappear from the earth. You must open your hand [...]

Bottle Drive for Special Olympics 2022-07-09T00:00:00+00:00

Poinsettia's for Widows of Deceased Council Members

2020-12-19T00:00:00+00:00

Submitted by Dan PergolesiFr. Paul J.F. WattsonFr. Paul J.F. Wattson Council 8919 holds an Annual Holiday Dinner in early December; and there is a long-standing tradition to invite every widow of a deceased member of our Council, to enjoy a complimentary dinner. With Windsor implementing tightened restrictions and having moved into the Grey Zone (or Lockdown), this year this dinner would be cancelled. Nevertheless, in keeping with Fr. Michael J. McGivney’s vision, the Council elected to purchase Poinsettia’s and present them to the widows we were still in touch with. A team of Brothers organized a call list, used to reached [...]

Poinsettia's for Widows of Deceased Council Members 2020-12-19T00:00:00+00:00

Bottle Drive for Special Olympics

2020-01-05T00:00:00+00:00

Submitted by Denis RobillardFr. Paul J.F. WattsonOn January 5th, 2020 Council 8919 held a Bottle Drive for Special Olympics at Our Lady of the Atonement Parish. Donations of empty alcoholic beverage containers were collected. Over Four Hundred dollars from returns and donations were sent to Special Olympics Ontario to support our young gifted athletes in their pursuit of athletic excellence. In addition the 'Special Olympics' flag, sponsored by the Knights of Columbus, was available for anyone interested in signing.

Bottle Drive for Special Olympics 2020-01-05T00:00:00+00:00

Confirmation Candidate Luncheon

2019-12-09T00:00:00+00:00

Submitted by Cooking Team ChairmanFr. Paul J.F. WattsonOn December 9th, 2019 the Cooking Team of Fr. Paul J.F. Wattson Council 8919 prepared a fantastic luncheon for this years Confirmation Candidates. Turkey and gravy, stuffing, mash potatoes, green beans, salad, rolls, with cake and pumpkin pie for desert. A real holiday feast.

Confirmation Candidate Luncheon 2019-12-09T00:00:00+00:00

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