Our assembly participate in parades, funeral honor guards, confirmations and will be represented at the fourth degree exemplification held annually at the Sheraton Hotel in Lisle, Illinois on the second weekend in February.

This training session will discuss how the Guard Should be conducted. This is a Great Opportunity for everyone to get trained. The Honor Guard Manual has changed over the years and a lot of Sir Knights are not aware of the New Changes. Come to the Training and help us look Sharp and Dignified. Watch for future training opportunities.

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Each year, the Knights of Columbus Joliet Chapter hold a dinner in support of the Bishop of the Diocese. Councils and Assemblies within the diocese make a donation to the Bishop to continue the ongoing work within the Diocese.

The Bishop's Burse Dinner is generally held during November. Look for future announcements.

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Congratulations to our 2024 - 2025 elected officers of the Bishop Romeo Blanchette Assembly:

The 2024‐2025 Installation of officers was held:

Saturday, June 22, 2024
4:00 pm Mass with Honor Guard
Our Lady of Mercy
701 S. Eola Road Aurora, IL

Installation Ceremony, Pictures & Dinner:
Aurelio's,1975 Springbrook Square Dr, Naperville, IL 60564
6:30 to 9:00 PM

Pizza, salad, garlic bread and endless mostaccioli or spaghetti, soft drinks and coffee included.

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Our assembly participates in 3 parades held in Naperville:

• St. Patrick's Day Parade
• Memorial Day Parade
• Labor Day Parade

Upcoming Labor Day Parade

Knights of Columbus
St. Raphael Council

Invites you to join us at:

2024 Naperville Labor Day Parade
and Picnic!
Monday Sept. 2, 2024

We are looking for Knights, Sir Knights, Friends & Families that would like to join us to march in the parade!

PARADE:
Our delegation will be led by Sir Knights in Uniform. If you don’thave the uniform, we encourage Sir Knights, Knights in council shirts and shorts as well as families to march with us; we need your help passing out Tootsie Rolls!

A shuttle bus will be provided from the Judd Kendall VFW Hall (908 W. Jackson Street) to the parade start and from the parade finish back to the VFW. To take the bus, meet at the VFW Hall by 8:30 am. The bus will leave at 8:45 am SHARP!

Note: you must approach VFW from Jefferson Avenue to West Street to Jack- son Avenue, as Jackson will be closed to the east by the carnival.

Or, if not taking the shuttle, meet us by 9:15 am on Mill Street, East of Naperville North HS. The drop off point is at the northeast corner of the high school.

Coffee, donuts and water will be available at the lineup. The Parade steps off at 10:00 am and runs to Naperville Central High School.

PICNIC:
A Post-parade picnic and lunch sponsored by the St. Raphael Council 14171 for all Sir Knights, Knights and families will be provided at the VFW. Bring a dish to share if you wish.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Joe Stubitz at (630) 408-5780 or joths@att.net

Former Parades

St. Patrick's Day Parade


Memorial Day Parade 2019
Last Time with Regalia


Labor Day Parade

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Our Assembly generally holds their picnic during the summer months and invites fellow Sir Knights and their families for an afternoon of fraternity.

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Throughout the year, our assembly contributes to many veteran groups such as:

• Wings for Vets
• Paralyzed Vets of America
• Chicago Police Memorial Foundation
• Midwest Shelter for Homeless
• Wreaths Across America
• Marine Toys for Tots
• Coast Guard Foundation
• Illinois Vietnam Veterans
• VFW Home for Children
• Purple Heart Foundation
• Hero Box Organization
• K9's for Veterans NPP
• Help for Veterans
• Violet's Kitchen

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Throughout the year, the assembly participates in many miscellaneous events such as the Last Fling. Watch for future opportunities to volunteer as needed.

Uniform Raffle During each exemplification of the 4th Degree, our assembly sponsors a uniform raffle where the winner is provided a choice of a uniform (no sword) or a cash award of $500.00. Winners do not need to be present. Tickets are sold at $5.00 each. Uniform Assistance The assembly also has a uniform assistance program to help Sir Knights purchase their uniform by spreading out their payments in a payment plan interest free. If interested, see any assembly officer for additional information.

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Bishop Romeo Blanchette Assembly ‐ 1215 Modaff Road - Naperville, IL 60540



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