Aug 25 2020
Thanks Father-Reginald Norman for all that you do for your parish, community and the Knights. We love you! God Bless! Check out the link below for the article on Father Reggie in the Wilton Patch. He was nominated by FN George Ribellino and other parishioners for his heroic work during the pandemic.
https://patch.com/connecticut/wilton/above-beyond-wilton-pastor-local-hero
Jun 30 2020
Bishop Fenwick Assembly 100 delivered meals from Dave’s Planet Pizza to the veterans and staff at Homes for the Brave in Bridgeport on Tuesday, June 30th. God Bless our veterans for their service to our country and a huge thanks to Vince Santilli and the staff at Homes for the Brave for the great work they do daily to assist our veterans. Shout out to Dave Kuban and Planet Pizza for helping us do this. God Bless!
Jun 12 2020
Check out the article from the 6/12/20 special Knightline edition from Supreme. Faithful Navigator was interviewed about how Assembly 100 and St. Matthew Council 14360 went to work on helping the community during the pandemic.
Jan 21 2020
On Friday, January 17th, we honored 15 members of our Assembly who are veterans at our Inaugural Veterans Recognition Dinner. 2 of those Vets are from WWII. Each Veteran received certificate and a gift from the Assembly.
Thanks to SK’s Giuseppe Pampena and Scott Criscuolo for helping FN George Ribellino with organizing the event.
A special thanks to Sir Knights Al Latte and Ken Prince for leading the kitchen crew and will deliver a wonderful meal A heartfelt thanks to Vicki Perez for the beautiful and delicious cake that we will enjoy Thanks to all the SK’s serving and to my daughter Mia and friends Roman and Buckley for helping with clean up in the kitchen Your help is most appreciated in helping us honor our veterans in a special way. Gratitude to GK Walter Cerrtani and Council 46 for their hospitality in using the hall.
Thanks to News 12 CT for coming out to cover this beautiful event!
First and foremost, I want to begin tonight by recognizing all those among us who have been a part of the great brotherhood and sisterhood we call the U.S. military—our veterans, active-duty service members, guardsmen and reservists. It is your service and sacrifice that has kept our country safe and free. Not only have you defended our country but as a 4th Degree Knight in Bishop Fenwick Assembly 100 you continue to defend our Catholic Faith and foster the spirit of patriotism through the demonstration of one’s love for its country and by responsible citizenship.
No matter which branch you served in, whatever your job path or how many years you served, raising your hand and committing yourself to service in the military was a brave and selfless act. One that resulted in few guarantees—of where you would be assigned; whether and where you might deploy; and, in some cases, if you would return home in one piece—or at all.
Thanks Again for your service. You knew the risks but you accepted them in many cases so that others did not have to God Bless you and God Bless our great nation the United States of America. -Faithful Navigator George Ribellino -Friday, January 17, 2020.
Dec 23 2019
A rewarding day delivering Christmas presents to our veterans at the VA Hospital in West Haven. Our Assembly joined Assembly 107 who started this beautiful tradition 27 years ago. It was so beautiful to see the smiles on the patients faces as Santa, his Knights and families delivered gifts and greetings. It is an honor to thank our men and women for their service to our great nation. God Bless and Merry Christmas.
Nov 23 2019
Coat Distribution Event’s Record Response Demonstrates Community Need
Norwalk, Conn. – More than 220 brand new and 75 gently used winter coats were distributed during the Knights of Columbus Coats for Kids event held this year at Family & Children’s Agency (FCA) on November 23, 2019. This event helps keep kids warm over the winter months by providing this necessity, and this year’s event had a record response with all coats claimed in just 45 minutes.
Knights of Columbus Councils from Norwalk, Darien, New Canaan, Westport, Weston, and Wilton came together purchase the new coats. The local event is part of the Knights of Columbus national Neighbors Helping Neighbors initiative and, since the program launched in 2009, more than 390,000 coats have been distributed in 49 states and all 10 Canadian provinces.
“While our society is pushing us to purchase items for the Christmas season, we don’t want to forget those that need basic necessities for the upcoming cold winter season,” said Project Chairman and District Deputy George Ribellino, Jr. “It’s great to see brother Knights come together from different councils to combine resources to help more people in need.”
The Coats for Kids distribution took place at the same time as the Connecticut Food Bank’s mobile food pantry distributed fresh groceries outside in partnership with Filling in the Blanks and Family & Children’s Agency.
“By bringing the incredible generosity of the Knights of Columbus and the vital resource of the Connecticut food bank into our community, we make it easier for our neighbors in need to access the services they need,” said Robert F. Cashel, President & CEO of Family & Children’s Agency. “The incredible response to the coat drive demonstrates how great the need in our community is.”
Funds were raised by the Greater Norwalk Councils and Assembly 100 to purchase the brand new coats.
Thomas J
Finn Council No. 46-Norwalk
Rev John
Stapleton Council 2287-New Canaan
Westport
Council No. 3688
Rev James
McGuane Council No. 4460-Darien
Our Lady
of Fatima Council No. 12698-Wilton
St
Matthew Council No. 14360
St
Francis of Assisi Council No. 17166
Bishop
Fenwick 4th Degree Assembly 100
Family & Children’s Agency is a leading non-profit human services organization with programs for community members of all ages, including behavioral and mental health, addiction recovery services, after-school programs, parenting education, homeless services, family counseling, specialized foster care, home care for older adults, and more. The organization serves more than 13,000 people every year. www.FamilyandChildrensAgency.org
About the Knights of Columbus
The Knights of
Columbus is one of the nation’s premiere volunteer and charitable
organizations. Last year, Knights worldwide donated more than 75.6 million
hours, and more than $185 million to charitable causes in communities
throughout the Americas, as well in Europe, Asia and the Middle East. From
helping children in need, to providing wheelchairs for the disabled, to helping
stock food banks, to offering top-rated and affordable life insurance to its
members, the Knights has been at the service of the community for more than 130
years.
Nov 11 2019
Bishop Fenwick Assembly 100 takes pride every year in honoring those who served our country defending our freedom and way of life here in the United States of America. The Assembly took part in 3 great events in honor of our Vets.
On Friday, November 8, Assembly members FN George Ribellino, Captain Scott Criscuolo, Pilot Anthony Armentano and SK Jim Booth attended the Homes for the Brave Annual Mini-Golf Tournament. The money raised at the tournament goes to assist homeless veterans.
On Sunday, November 10th, the Assembly took part in the Annual Norwalk Exchange Club Field of Flags. The Assembly provided Honor Guard for the procession and ceremony. Many members of the Assembly also attended the ceremony which honored our veterans.
Check out the coverage of the event on News 12
Later that day, 30 members of the Assembly attended the Annual Veterans Recognition Dinner at the American Legion Frank C Godfrey Post 12 in Norwalk. Sgt Juliet Taylor past speaker at the Assembly’s Annual Patriot Dinner was the featured speaker and her emotional story inspired the attendees.
God Bless our veterans past and present.
Nov 06 2019
On Wednesday, November 6, 2019, Assembly 100 honored the memory of our deceased Knights over the last year at Our Lady of Fatima Church in Wilton. Faithful Friar Father-Reginald Norman delivered a moving homily. A roll call of our fallen Knights were read and Faithful Navigator George Ribellino it candles in memory of our Brothers. Family and friends enjoyed fellowship at the conclusion of Mass with light refreshments in the parish center. We will miss our Brothers for their love and dedication for their families and the Order.
Deceased Knights
Sir Knight William F. Kelley
Sir Knight-Paul Laracca
Sir Knight-Vito Ottaviano
Sir Knight William Surette
Brother Knight Paul Bowles
Brother Knight-Luke Ferrandino
Brother Knight-Alfred Napolitano
Brother Knight Frank Porco
Brother Knight John Stanizeski
Thank you for joining us as we remember our brothers who now reside in our Eternal Chapter.
Oct 20 2019
Bridgeport-Bishop Fenwick Assembly 100 welcomed 13 new members after they were made Sir Knights in the 4th Degree at the Fall 4th Degree Exemplification on Sunday, October 20, 2019 at St. Andrew in Bridgeport. In total 63 new Sir Knights were exemplified in the CT District of the Bishop Healy Province.
Great job by the Degree team. 3 members of the Degree team are from Assembly 100 (Degree Leader Paul Niche, Anthony Armentano, and Jon Starr). Faithful Navigator George Ribellino and Faithful Captain Scott Criscuolo members of the Masters Staff assisted with various roles in the Exemplification.
“I am excited about adding 13 new members to Bishop Fenwick Assembly 100. Congratulations and blessings to the 13 new Sir Knights,” said Faithful Navigator George Ribellino, Jr.
Congratulations to the New Sir Knights below in Assembly 100
Leonard “Chip” Lake
Bramwell “Woody” Wood
Kevin Emro
Jared Gonthier
Arthur Magee
Vito Quivelli
Michael Aldrich
Stephen Pond
Michael Musilli
Mark Rubino
William Osterndorf
John Hamel, Jr.
Robert Lenihan
Sep 07 2019
NORWALK, Conn. — In a solemn ceremony held at Notre Dame Health & Rehabilitation Center in Norwalk on Saturday, September 7th members of Knights of Columbus Bishop Fenwick Fourth Degree Assembly were joined by their families as well as residents and staff of Notre Dame at a special Mass in remembrance of those who lost their lives eighteen years ago on Sept. 11, 2001.
“It is nice to take time to honor those we lost on that day and keep their memory alive” said George Ribellino, Faithful Navigator of Assembly 100. “This is the fifth year of having the Memorial Mass and picnic with the residents of Notre Dame and we are so appreciative of the hospitality of Sister Lucie, Sister Frances and the staff of Notre Dame.”
In past years the procession and Mass was held outside in the courtyard area, but due to the rainy weather on Friday, September 6th, the grassy area was to wet for the patients’ wheelchairs so the Mass was held inside Notre Dame in the large dining and recreation area. The Knights of Columbus Honor Guard formed a procession along with members of the Catholic Daughters from St. Matthew Norwalk.
Father Reggie Norman, Pastor of Our Lady of Fatima parish in Wilton and Chaplain of Knights of Columbus Assembly 100, was the celebrant of the Mass. Norman, in his homily about the 9-11 Anniversary said, “Remember those who sacrificed for us not just today, but every day.” There was also a moment of silence to remember those lost on 9-11-01.
The Mass was coordinated by Notre Dame’s Sister Lucie Monast, SSTV, with assistance from KofC Assembly 100 (4th Degree). “It was truly a special and memorable morning for all”, said Monast
Following the Mass, a special lunch was held for the residents, families and Knights of Columbus.
The following day 4 members of the Bishop Fenwick Assembly Color Corps took part in the Diocese of Bridgeport Annual Blue Mass which commemorates the 9/11 terrorist attacks by honoring the bravery and service of first responders in Fairfield County. “We are honored to be in procession every year with the first responders who keep us safe each and every day. God Bless them for their sacrifice,” Ribellino said.
Notre Dame Health and Rehabilitation Center is a 60-bed residence, including six private rooms, and located on five landscaped acres in Norwalk. It is operated under the loving sponsorship of The Sisters of Saint Thomas of Villanova. Their goal is to optimize the quality of life for the chronically ill and convalescent elderly.
