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  DATE   EVENT
November 1, 2009
Sunday
   Most Holy Rosary Assembly provided the Color Corp for the Confirmation of 5 St. John Parrishioners.
   The Knights who provided the Color corp at the ceremony are as follows:
SK Tom Riehle  PFN  Commander, SK Virgil Meyer  FN, SK Dan Metz   PFN   FMSK Charlie Wilkie  PFN, SK Bob Ammer  PFN, SK Carl Koors  PFN, SK Gordon Gavin, SK Ken Kromme, SK Tony Roark
October 25, 2009
Sunday
   A tree was planted at St. John's Parrish in Harrison in Honor of Dorothy Stang, SNDdeN a Martyr for Justice
June 7, 1931 - February 12, 2005
Entered Notre Dame - July 26, 1948
Arrived in Brazil - August 14, 1966
   Sister Dorothy Stang served as a missionary in Brazil with the families of landless peasants for 40 years. Because of her work for justice and preservation of the Amazon Forest, she was shot to death on February 12, 2005, in Anapu, Para, a section of the Amazon.
   Sister Dorothy was a member of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, an international religious order serving on 5 continents. Each Sister of Notre Dame commits her one and only life to work with others to create justice and peace for all.
October 10, 2009
Saturday
   The VA Hospital bused 14 patients and 2 staff members to the Harrison council grounds. Marty Eckstein again cooked a well liked Chicken Dinner and sliced potatoes. The Ladies club again provided side dishes that were enjoyed by all. The vets enjoyed a variety of activities such as Cornhole, Horseshoes, Dominos, Cards, or just reading a book. The weather did keep a few Vets from attending. It did not rain as they expected. The Brother Knights and Ladies who attended are as follows: Ron Lepper DGK of Harrison council, Marty Eckstein, Tony Roark, Richard and Mary Scheurer, Mary Elliot, Dan Metz  PFN   FM, Margie Metz
 

 
   MHRA held its 20th Annual Dinner - Auction - Night at the Races. This years event was very successful not only in profit, but in overall donations and enjoyment. This was our first year in which a caterer was contracted for the meal. We learned a few things so next year can be even better. There were so many people that contributed to this event, in time, talent, and donations. It is truly overwhelming, especially considering the current economic conditions. We also had a generous donation of a 4th Degree emblem rendered in stained Glass, by Dave and Mary Frey. SK Virgil Meyer  FN wishes to say "THANK YOU, THANK YOU!" TO EVERYONE - MEMBERS, WORKERS AND PATRONS.
October 2-4, 2009
Friday-Sunday
   PFN Charlie Wilke was presented the Sir Knight of the Year Award for 2009. Charlie was presented the award at the Hennepin Province Provincetial meeting in Sterling Heights Michigan. Photo #1 in Photo Gallery.
September 19, 2009
Saturday
   St. Joseph Church is celebrating its 150th Jubilee. As part of this year long celebration, our assembly attended a flag dedication ceremony at St. Joseph's.
   The Knights who provided the Color corp at the ceremony are as follows:
SK Tom Riehle  PFN  Commander, SK Virgil Meyer  FN, SK Dan Metz   PFN   FMSK Tony Pagano  PFN, SK Jim Bishoff  PFN, SK Steve Kruse, SK Lester Wilson
July 28, 2009
Sunday
   Most Holy Rosary and Father Butler Assemblies held their Installation of Officers ceremony at St. John's in Harrison. The event was well attended by both Assemblies. Our two Friars Fr. Bill Dorrmann and Fr. Harry Gerdes were the Celebrants for the Mass prior to Installation. Acting Master Richard Wysong assisted by Ray Asbrock performed the Installation ceremony. A meal was served afterwards at Most Holy Rosary Assembly. (Picture 12 in Photo Gallery)
   The Knights who provided the Color corp in the Installation ceremony are as follows: District Marshall Richard Tabler, SK Tom Riehle  PFN  Commander, SK John Mahn, SK Mike Mahn
   and our brother Knights from St. Isaac Jogues Assembly: SK Donald Hoffriogge PFN, SK Vince Walters  PFN, SK George Burghoff
June 14, 2009
Sunday
   Most Holy Rosary Assembly particpated in St. John the Baptist's annual Corpus Christi Procession and Celebration. The procession included stops at three different alters on the procession route around the block. The Celebrant was Fr. Jeff Kemper.
   The Knights who participated are as follows: SK Virgil Meyer  FN, SK Dan Metz   PFN   FMSK Bob Ammer  PFN, SK Ronald Lepper, SK Gordon Gavin, SK Doug Hoffman, SK Mike Re, SK Bob Goettke
June 13, 2009
Saturday
   We had 17 pateints from the VA Hospital arrive at Harrison council and the Home of Most Holy Rosary Assembly. The Veterans enjoyed the beautiful weather along with various activities: Horseshoes, Cornhole, Cards, Chess, Reading, or Conversation. Marty Eckstein again provided a well prepared Chicken dinner that was enjoyed by all. The Ladies club, always a great supporter of this activity, provided side dishes and Desserts.
June 12, 2009
Friday
   At our monthly Bingo at the VA Hospital, held every 2nd Friday of the month, I met our new Recreational Assistant. I worked with Mike Finke for over a decade before he retired. My new contact Jo Ann M. Norton seems very enthusiastic about her new position. She is willing to listen to new ideas, to improve the VA program even more.
May 25, 2009
Monday
   Most Holy Rosary Assembly particpated in Harrison's annual Memorial day parade. We marched from the elementary school to State street, then back up on Harrison Avenue, then Hill street to the Glen Haven Cemetary Soldiers circle. At the soldiers circle serveral ceremonies were performed: Laying of Wreath's, Spreading the Poppies, the National Anthem, and Taps.
   The Knights who participated are as follows: SK Tom Riehle  PFN  Commander, SK Bob Ammer  PFN, SK Bill Luipold, SK Tony Roark, SK Ronald Lepper, SK Gordon Gavin, SK Ken Kromme, SK Mike Re, SK John Mahn, SK Frank Crannert, SK Bob Goettke
May 23, 2009
Saturday
   Two members of Most Holy Rosary Assembly were Ordained to the Eternal Priesthood of Jesus Christ, our brother Knights, Father Martin E. Bachman and Father David J. Endres. Each of them had 2 Masses of Thanksgiving, shown below.
   The Knights from our Assembly who participated are as follows: SK Virgil Meyer  FN, SK Dan Metz   PFN   FMSK Charlie Wilke   PFN
 
Father Martin E. Bachman Father David J. Endres
Sunday May 24, 2009
St. Jude the Apostle Parish
Bridgetown, Ohio
Sacred Heart Church
Fairfield, Ohio
SK Virgil Meyer  FN
SK Dan Metz   PFN   FM
SK Charlie Wilke   PFN
SK Frank Cranert
SK Mike Re
SK Gordon Gavin
SK Peter Looby   PFN Assembly 801
 
Sunday May 31, 2009
Church of the Assumption
Mount Healthy, Ohio
St. Antoninus Church
Cincinnati, Ohio
  SK Virgil Meyer  FN
SK Dan Metz   PFN   FM
SK Tony Roark
SK Ken Kromme
SK Rick Moorman
May 9, 2009
Saturday
   Most Holy Rosary Assembly provided the Color Corp for the Confirmation at St. Aloysius in Shandon.
   The Knights who participated are as follows: SK Virgil Meyer  FN, SK Dan Metz   PFN   FMSK Tom Riehle  PFN  Commander, SK Bob Ammer  PFN, SK Ted Hoerstman, SK Bob Schroeder, SK Bert Dole, SK Pete Kunka, SK Gordon Gavin, SK Keith Kaiser
 

 
   MHRA 20th Anniversary Celebration – I’m very happy to report that the celebration of the 20th Anniversary of Most Holy Rosary Assembly was a wonderful occasion. The celebration began with a beautiful Mass at St. John the Baptist Church on Saturday afternoon, May 9th, followed by a delicious dinner at Mr. Jim’s Steakhouse. More than forty Sir Knights and Ladies were in attendance to enjoy this memorable event, including three Former Masters and their Ladies, and six Past Faithful Navigators from Most Holy Rosary Assembly. On behalf of myself and all our members, I want to express our thanks to S.K. Dan Metz for all his effort in planning the festivities. We’ll all be looking forward to celebrating our 25th Anniversary in 2014. (Pictures 9 & 10 in Photo Gallery)
 
The Anniversary Text was composed by our FN Virgil Meyer.
May 3, 2009
Sunday
   Most Holy Rosary Assembly provided the Color Corp for the First Communion at St. Aloysius in Shandon.
   The Knights who participated are as follows: SK Bob Schroeder, SK Ted Hoerstman, SK Ray Kiehborth, SK Pete Kunka
 
   Most Holy Rosary Assembly provided the Color Corp for the First Communion at St. John's in Harrison. The celebrant was Fr. Jeff Kemper
   The Knights who participated are as follows: SK Virgil Meyer  FN, SK Bob Ammer  PFN, SK Charlie Wilke  PFN, SK Carl Koors  PFN, SK Ronald Lepper, SK Mike Re, SK Bert Dole, SK Ken Kromme, SK Gordon Gavin, SK Steve Dahmann, SK Tony Roark, SK Edgar Lohman
April 29, 2009
Wednesday
   Most Holy Rosary Assembly provided the Color Corp for the St. John's Confirmation Ceremony at the Cathedral in downtown Cincinnati.
   The Knights who participated are as follows: SK Virgil Meyer  FN, SK Tom Riehle  PFN  Commander, SK Bob Ammer  PFN, SK Tony Pagano  PFN, SK Carl Koors  PFN, SK Bert Dole, SK Rich Dole, SK Ken Kromme, SK Gordon Gavin, SK Bob Goettke, SK Ron Nusekabel, SK Bill Luipold, SK Rod Hobday
April 26, 2009
Sunday
   Most Holy Rosary Assembly provided the Color Corp for the First Communion at St. John's in Harrison. The celebrant was Fr. Jeff Kemper
   The Knights who participated are as follows: SK Virgil Meyer  FN, SK Tom Riehle  PFN  Commander, SK Bob Ammer  PFN, SK Carl Koors  PFN, SK Bert Dole, SK Ken Kromme, SK Gordon Gavin, SK Bob Goettke, SK Ed Lohman
April 25, 2009
Saturday
   Most Holy Rosary Assembly provided the Color Corp for the First Communion at St. John's in Harrison. The celebrant was Fr. Jeff Kemper
   The Knights who participated are as follows: SK Virgil Meyer  FN, SK Tom Riehle  PFN  Commander, SK Bob Ammer  PFN, SK Bert Dole, SK Ken Kromme, SK Gordon Gavin
April 23, 2009
Thursday
   Most Holy Rosary Assembly provided the Color Corp for the Confirmation Ceremony at St. Joseph of the Three Rivers Parrish. The celebrant was Archbishop Pilarczyck
   The Knights who participated are as follows: SK Virgil Meyer  FN, SK Tom Riehle  PFN  Commander, SK Jim Bishoff  PFN, SK Tony Pagano  PFN, SK Steve Kruse, SK Carl Braun, SK Bob Ammer  PFN, SK Charlie Wilke PFN, SK Scott Beetz, SK Lester Wilson
March 29, 2009
Sunday
   Two new members were exemplified during the 2009 Exemplification at Kings Island Resort and Conference Center.
   The two new members of Most Holy Rosary Assembly are SK Steve A. Kruse and his Lady Elaine along with Deacon David J. Endres.
 
Photo 13 in the Photo Gallery
February 17, 2009
Tuesday
   Most Holy Rosary Assembly held its annual bake-off competition after the meeting. The participants entered their favorite desserts. We had a tie for first between Charlie Wilke and Dennis McRae, coming in third Virgil Meyer.
February 7, 2009
Saturday
   The Town of North Bend held their annual tribute to former President William Henry Harrison. A number of dignitaries gave brief tributes including Brigadier General Frank A. Cipolla, Mayor Terry Simpson, Susan Bell a Descendant of President Harrison. Army Chaplain Patrick Morgan gave the invocation. Our Faithful Navigator Virgil Meyer gave a short speech and presented a flag to the Mayor to flown over the tomb. We had 14 Sir Knights participate in the Parade and Ceremonies at Harrison's tomb. They are as follows: SK Virgil Meyer  FN, SK Tom Riehle  PFN  Commander, SK Dan Metz   PFN   FMSK Charlie Wilke PFN, SK Rick Riestenberg  PFN, SK Jim Bishoff  PFN, SK Bill Luipold, SK Bob Goettke, SK Carl Braun, SK Tony Roark, SK Rod Hobday, SK Pete Kunka, SK Ken Gardner, SK Mike Re
 
6 Photos in the Photo Gallery (3 thru 8)
December 6, 2008
Saturday
   The Town of Harrison held their annual Christmas Parade, and despite the terrible weather, Four Sir Knights participated. SK Tom Riehle PFN, Commander, SK Bill Luipold, SK Gordon Gavin, SK Bob Goettke
 
   The Navigator's Christmas Party at Cricket Ridge, was enjoyed by 26 people, and through the generosity of those attending, Reach out Pregnancy Center of Harrison has received 4 shopping bags stuffed with some very useful items to help the newborns and their moms. Thanks to all who brought donated items.
November 25, 2008
Tuesday
   St. Joseph of the Three Rivers Council, held their annual Memorial Mass. Three members of Most Holy Rosary Assembly provided the Color Corp. SK Tony Pagano PFN, SK Charlie Wilke PFN, SK Ken Gardner
Sept 26-28, 2008
Friday-Sunday
   At the Fr. Hennepin Provincial Meeting in Sterling Heights, Michigan, SK Tony Roark was honored as "Sir Knight of the Year" for the southern Ohio District 2. Also the Most Holy Rosary Assembly received the award for "The Best Newsletter" in Southern Ohio District 2. Many Thanks to Charlie Wilke for his time, effort, and work providing us with great Newsletters. (Photo 1) We were also mentioned as the assembly in District 2 that made the largest donation for the installation of the Incarnation Dome at the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington D.C.
September 24, 2008
Wednesday
   A total of 14 Veterans from the Cincinnati Va Hospital attended Harrison councils annual VA outing. Most Holy Rosary Assembly sponsored the grounds rental. Dennis Witt brought George Zeumer a 90 Year old World War 2 Veteran to our outing. The Veterans enjoyed a variety of activities including Horseshoes, Cornhole, Chess and Card games. Our fried chicken expert "Marty Eckstein" once again worked his magic. Our Volunteers were: Marty & Ursula Eckstein, Dan Metz, Robert Ammer, Joe Evers (a member of Harrison council), Dick Schurer, Dennis & Dori Witt, Tony Roark, Laura Charette and Rev Fr. Bill Dorrmann.
August 24, 2008
Sunday
   Most Holy Rosary Assembly cordially welcomes new S.K. John Brossart and his Lady Mary Rita, who joined our ranks in Lima, Ohio. Thanks to Bob Goettke for sponsoring John, our first Mini-Exemplification candidate. (Picture 11 in Photo Gallery)
July 27, 2008
Sunday
   Most Holy Rosary Assembly and St. Isaac Jogues held their joint Installation of officers ceremony at St, Ignasius church on North Bend road. FM Dick Wysong, and District Marshall Dick Tabler directed the ceremony after the 2:00 PM. Mass. Food and refreshments were served afterwards. It was well attended. (Picture 12 in Photo Gallery)
June 29, 2008
Sunday
Father Vincent Hoying    Father Vince Hoying, C.PP.S. Celebrated his 50th year as a priest. A Mass of Thanksgiving was celbrated at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, just north of Dayton Ohio. Most Holy Rosary Assembly #2170 provided the Color corp at the Mass. The Color Corp consisted of Dan Metz, Charlie Wilke, Virgil Meyer, and Tony Roark.
   A reception was held at a nearby Knights of Columbus Hall. Father Hoying's many duties spread across 5 states, were recalled by friends and Family. Father's large and talented family entertained the well wishers with a variety of entertaining skits.
June 17, 2008
Tuesday
    FN Charlie Wilke conducted his last meeting as Faithful Navigator. Charlie thanked everyone for all their contributions made during his time as Faithful Navigator.
   SK Tony Roark received the Assemblies "Knight of the Year" and although his reaction may have been a bit subdued, he considered it a great Honor.
June 13, 2008
Friday
   Due to Walkway construction over Vine St. there was a delay in getting everything organized. SK Bob Werner took a turn as the Bingo caller as I "Tony Roark" was trying to find my way thru the maze of Detour signs. I don't believe I was ever there without seeing some type of construction somewhere in the immediate area. Despite it all our outing went, more or less as planned.
June 9, 2008
Monday
   SK Tony Roark attended the VAVS meeting. The meeting consisted of a brief training session for representatives for the various Voluntary organizations. This was followed by a question and answer period. Several Representatives expressed concerns over how service hours were awarded.
   A check was presented to Mike Finke the voluntary co-ordinator, for the lamps to be used in the Fly-tying class.
June 1, 2008
Sunday
   Most Holy Rosary Assembly held it's annual members picnic. The weather was fantastic. Everyone brought a side dish or dessert to go with the Chicken dinner. Tony Pagano hosted a horse race game which ended up being rather popular. We had Horseshoe and Cornhole tournaments. The Horseshoe Tournament winners were none other than our FN Charlie Wilke and Bill Luipold. the Cornhole tournament was won by Rick JR. and Jenny Reistenberg.
Memorial Day
 
May 26, 2008
Monday
   Most Holy Rosary Assembly particpated in Harrison's annual Memorial day parade. We marched from the elementary school to State street, then back up on Harrison Avenue, then Hill street to the Glen Haven Cemetary Soldiers circle. At the soldiers circle serveral ceremonies were performed: Laying of Wreath's, Spreading the Poppies, the National Anthem, Taps, and a short speach from Mayor Joel McGuire.
May 25, 2008
Sunday
   On May 26, nine Sir Knights participated in the annual Corpus Cristi celebration. The hour long celebration included marching around the block to three individual outside alters. Prayers were made at each alter, as well as prayers in church before and after the march.
© SK Tony Roark