Even before I looked at the information that was provided for me about Bill Nosek, our V.I.P. (Very Important Parishioner) for the month of November, I reflected on some of what I know about him and want to share that with you. Bill is an ambassador for the Knights of Columbus and for the health and well-being of his fellow parishioners and those in our community through our Health and Wellness Ministry. As a loyal and committed Knight of Columbus (3rd and 4th degree) he has promoted the Knights to countless men of the parish, encouraging and honestly at times hounding them to join the Knights of Columbus as a member of our Council and Assembly. Both in words and through his actions as a Knight, he has shown to others his commitment to charity, unity, fraternity, and patriotism, which are primary tenants of the Knights of Columbus. Just as someone who sponsors a person in becoming Catholic through the Sacraments of Initiation, Bill has proudly sponsored countless men as "new" Knights and witnessed not only their exemplification in the Order, but also has seen many of them become active Knights and often more active and committed to Lord in their faith lives.
As fas as the health and well-being of others, Bill has spearheaded the annual opportunity for his fellow parishioners to get their annual flu shot here at Sacred Heart Parish and was influential and active in the effort in the community to get people vaccinated against the coronavirus. Bill has, over the years, expressed to me (and I'm sure the priests before me) his prayers and concern for Catholics who are not practicing or have left the faith and asked if I would pray for them and if possible, help to bring them back to the faith. He has shown concern for the eternal salvation of those who have died by offering Masses for a multitude of people. While having a reputation for coming a little late to functions, I can attest that he doesn't leave early, but stays to fulfill his duties (for instance as an usher) and connects with people in the name of fellowship and concern for the person (or usually persons) he encounters.
Bill is a family man who loves his dear wife of 60 years, Kathleen and his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and is happy when he has the chance to visit them or they, him and Kathleen. He is certainly not shy to share about their gifts and talents with others. At this point, I looked at the biographical information that was given to me about Bill, and am not surprised by his participation in many civic organizations and activites including the Paul Bewie Boys Club and the HSV Community Foundation. He is a PEA adorer, a member of the SHJ Health Ministry committee and a volunteer with Kathleen and fellow parishioners in serving meals to the homeless at Samaritan Ministries and St. Francis Home for Veterans. I'd better not forget to say that Bill was a pharmacist by profession, an honorably discharged Army captain, and IS an active member of the Sacred Heart Men's Club. When you see Bill, congratulate him for being the V.I.P. for November and thank the Lord for the gift of Bill (and Kathleen) to our community!
As fas as the health and well-being of others, Bill has spearheaded the annual opportunity for his fellow parishioners to get their annual flu shot here at Sacred Heart Parish and was influential and active in the effort in the community to get people vaccinated against the coronavirus. Bill has, over the years, expressed to me (and I'm sure the priests before me) his prayers and concern for Catholics who are not practicing or have left the faith and asked if I would pray for them and if possible, help to bring them back to the faith. He has shown concern for the eternal salvation of those who have died by offering Masses for a multitude of people. While having a reputation for coming a little late to functions, I can attest that he doesn't leave early, but stays to fulfill his duties (for instance as an usher) and connects with people in the name of fellowship and concern for the person (or usually persons) he encounters.
Bill is a family man who loves his dear wife of 60 years, Kathleen and his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and is happy when he has the chance to visit them or they, him and Kathleen. He is certainly not shy to share about their gifts and talents with others. At this point, I looked at the biographical information that was given to me about Bill, and am not surprised by his participation in many civic organizations and activites including the Paul Bewie Boys Club and the HSV Community Foundation. He is a PEA adorer, a member of the SHJ Health Ministry committee and a volunteer with Kathleen and fellow parishioners in serving meals to the homeless at Samaritan Ministries and St. Francis Home for Veterans. I'd better not forget to say that Bill was a pharmacist by profession, an honorably discharged Army captain, and IS an active member of the Sacred Heart Men's Club. When you see Bill, congratulate him for being the V.I.P. for November and thank the Lord for the gift of Bill (and Kathleen) to our community!