b'A ni nterview with Ag eorgiAt reAsure continuednational levels. It is at these gatherings thatother charities. The Knights assist in areas one becomes aware of the magnitude ofthat deal with the human spirit.The Mon-the Knights works of charity. astery of the Holy Spirit and the Carmelite Inamoreparticularway,gettingtoMonastery are gifted with funding that is es-meetKarlHolmenandhiscommitment.sential to their well-being. His whole life mirrored what the knights to stood for.I: What would you challenge the Knights The knights advocate the spirit of mar- of Columbus?riage and family. There is a great sense ofStand by your founding principles.Publi-camaraderie, give and take, and the overallcize the information about your accomplish-picture is one of joy and good fellowship. ments.It is a family organization that has great value for married families and the chil-I: What is your least favorable memory ofdren.Give the good works more publicity.the knights?When members fail to live up to the spiritI:Whatsurprisedyouthemostduring of the sacredness of family life.your two years as State Chaplain?Whatsurprisedmemostwerethetwo I: Greatest/biggest/most complex projectfunctions at the end of the year.The awards provided by Knights of Columbus?Monkstown is where Bishop Boland was born for Man (Knight) of the Year and Family of It is very challenging to attract young men to become knightsthe Year and the other program awards. I have developed an because there is an abundance of other possibilities that at- interest in the Special Olympics because of the support the tracts them.What can the knights do to attract these men toKnights have provided at all levels including National.Your aid come on board? to the Monasteries shedding a positive light on the monastic There should be an emphasis on family life.Participationlife of men and women.The commitment of the State Offi-willstrengthentheirfaithandintroducethemtothewidercers. I am mesmerized by their commitment.The most difficult community. job is the district deputy.The District Deputies are indispens-It is impressive at the annual state convention when you do- able.They meet with pastors whose support is vital to ongoing nate those large sums of money to the Special Olympics andgrowth.Knights of Columbus, Your resiliency is impressive.St. Teresa of Avila Terence Cardinal Catholic ChurchCook Council Forming Disciples - Spreading the Gospel - Building Community#8495 We are All Called to ServePastor, Fr. Mike Ingram4921 Columbia Road Grovetown, Georgia 30813706-863-4956www.st-teresa.com54'