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Recently The Knights of Columbus, Council No: 4572 received a presentation from the LUDIC (Lee University Developmental Inclusion Classroom) Spectrum Center. The LUDIC Spectrum Center is a state approved private school for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ADS) and is partially funded by donations from the Knights of Columbus, Council #4572. LUDIC’s mission is to serve the community of individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities by providing a quality education program and support for those affected, including families, preschools, daycare, and churches. It also provides Lee University students to observe and have hands-on experience in the program. LUDIC serves students on full-day, half-day, or part-time basis. You can find more information about the LUDIC Spectrum Center on their website at www.ludicsc.org   The Knights of Columbus, Council No: 4572 supports the LUDIC Spectrum Center and many other organizations by raising funds through our annual golf tournament, our world famous Boston Butt Roast, and other charitable events of the Council.

Notice! In August the Knights will be selling their world famous Boston Butt smoked pork shoulder for the upcoming Labor Day Weekend! Keep an eye out for the sales flyer in the Weekly Bulletin or see the Knights of Columbus Council 4572 Facebook page for details.

Recently the 4th Degree Section of the Knights of Columbus announced the winners of their essay writing and picture contests. Two winners were chosen from each category and each winner received a $100 bill. Pictured below are the winners of the picture contests, Addie Foley and Wyatt Holt.

The Knights of Columbus recently welcomed 3 new members. An Exemplification Ceremony was held to induct Jim Agnello, David Ott and Larry Wenger into Queen of Heaven Council #4572. We are proud to call these men Brother Knights!

Members of St. Therese of Lisieux Knights of Columbus, Council 4572, recently presented a check to Foundation House Ministries of Cleveland TN during one of the biweekly social meetings. Suzanne Burns, Founder & Executive Director stopped by Breen Hall to talk about Foundation House and to say thank you. Foundation House Ministries provides homes for women in crisis pregnancies and aid as much as they can: financially, physically, emotionally and most importantly spiritually. they know how crucial it is to have a strong, and stable support system when you’re expecting, so they do everything in their power to make sure you are in loving hands while you are here. In addition, Foundation House Ministries, rescues in crisis mothers by providing trauma informed care, emergency support, child care, crisis Intervention and by building trust. Foundation House also helps mothers rebuild their lives by providing individualized classes, transportation case management, court advocacy, GED prep and a Job training program. Foundation House continues helping mothers as they restore their future by providing reliable transportation, consistent childcare, stable housing, education goals, permanent employment and promoting healthy relationships. 95% of Foundation House clients graduate with stable housing and stable employment! Foundation House Ministries offices are at 258 Broad Street, Suite 202, Cleveland, TN.

Members of St. Therese of Lisieux Knights of Columbus, Council 4572, recently presented a check to Life Bridges of Cleveland TN during one of the biweekly social meetings. Diana Jackson, CEO of Life Bridges, along with her friend Shirley Morgan stopped by Breen Hall to say thank you. LIFE BRIDGES helps people with intellectual and developmental disabilities live their best life. Life Bridges staff invests in the lives of the people supported by getting to know the individual; learning their interests and goals, and helping them find activities. Outings and activities focus on a variety of skill building and exploration activities; including volunteering, learning about jobs and focusing on pursuing interests. Activity-based teaching empowers people to attempt new things in non-threatening ways. It promotes new skills, and provides a means for them to delve deeper into their community. Life Bridges staff provides 24-hour residential services. These include individualized support such as enabling technology, assistance with daily personal hygiene, meal preparation, laundry, transportation, special dining plans, community activities, therapy plans, first aid, CPR, and medication administration. Life Bridges has four ICF/IID homes (Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities). Individuals supported by ICF/IID services are medically fragile and/or behaviorally challenged. Programming is tailored to the needs of the individual and is provided on a 24/7 basis. Medical Services practitioners provide care for acute and chronic issues, lab work, nurse treatments, assessments, and exams. Communication between departments is maintained daily. In addition, Life Bridges has 55 nurses who provide in-home nursing care to a total of 37 individuals residing in 9 locations where nursing services are required 24 hours a day. The nurses provide ongoing assistance and support to all individuals while working in these homes. A physical therapist provides assessments and treatment for functional limitations related to ambulation and other mobility-related needs to either improve or maintain current functional abilities and to prevent or minimize deterioration of chronic conditions. We oversee/provide equipment needs related to losses in mobility, such as braces, wheelchairs and other positioning equipment as well as providing staff training related to written therapy plans. Presenting the check is Grand Knight Brendan Foley and his brother Knights. Accepting the check on behalf of Life Bridges is Shirley Morgan.

Congratulations to Bob Brink! For his tireless work with the Knights of Columbus, Bob Brink has been named Knight of the Month by the Queen of Heaven Council #4572. Shown below is Mr. Brink receiving the award from Grand Knight Brendan Foley.

Congratulations to Jim Cross! Jim Cross has been named Knight of the Month by the Queen of Heaven Council #4572.

Recently, a disabled parishioner needed help moving into her new apartment. The Knights of Council 4572 agreed to help and showed up on moving day with 7 men, 6 trucks and a flatbed trailer.