Knights of Columbus 4th Degree Exemplification at St Gregory the Great
On February 20, 2021 approximately 100 Knights and their guests gathered at St Gregory the Great Church and Parish Life Center for the first 4th Degree Exemplification to be held in the Low Country in the past 8 years. The day started with Mass. Our Pastor Monsignor Cellini, a 4th Degree Knight, was the Principal Celebrant and Homilist. The Mass was also concelebrated by Fr. Pedro Gomez who became a 4th Degree Knight later in the day. Both were ably assisted by Deacon John Crapanzano, a 4th Degree Knight. The principle of the 4th Degree is Patriotism and St Gregory the Great Music Director Dr Pam Kane developed a Mass music program with a strong Patriotic theme. She was assisted by Cantor Linda Burkett.
Following Mass, we adjourned to the Parish Life Center for the Exemplification Ceremony. Knights of Columbus dignitaries in attendance included the Vice Supreme Master, South Carolina District Master, South Carolina State Deputy, and the Georgia District Master. In total 50 3rd Degree Knights became 4th Degree Knights during the Ceremony. Almost all of those new 4th Degree Knights were members of Low Country Councils 5026, 7289, 10668, and 12263. We welcome the 20 new Sir Knights from our Parish who are now members of Assembly 3198. Many of them are pictured in the group photo.
Installation Dinner and Awards
On 6/15/21, Sir Knight Ed Kamenski received the honor of Sir Knight of the Year awards from Faithful Navigator Peter Watson. Sir Knight Ed was the catalyst behind the very successful 4th Degree Exemplification hosted by SGG on February 2021 in addition to his many other contributions to our Assembly.
August 2021
On August 13th, FN Mike Casalvieri attended the first annual Fr. Mychal McGivney Feast Day event held at Our Lady of the Hills Parish in Columbia, SC. Assembly 3198 was one of six Assemblies to be represented at the statewide event. Bishop Rev. Robert E. Guglielmone celebrated the mass and gave an inspiring homily where he honored the life of Fr. McGivney and the good works conducted by the Knights of Columbus.
Vantage Point
Faithful Navigator Michael Casalvieri met with Vantage Point Foundation Executive Director Mark Holyfield and presented him a $500 donation from the Assembly.
The Vantage Point Foundation provides support for our post 9/11 Veterans through various leadership workshops conducted to help the veterans and their families deal with the challenges of transitioning from military life to civilian life.
Raising Flags
On August 31st, SGG School children began their day with a celebration of raising the new American Flag provided by the Knights of Columbus Assembly 3198. The whole school gathered around the flag pole and sang the Star Spangled Banner. Principal Elizabeth Kelley thanked the Assembly for their donation.
Christmas Party
Our Lady of Guadalupe
The Honor Guard included SK Orlin Escoto (center) founding member of the Hispanic RoundTable at SGG Parish.
Civic Award
