Council 8500 does Just One More before Christmas
- Thu, Jan 9, 2025 11:28 AM
Posted For: Council #8500
Brother Knights and Ladies,
You will remember that we published an article in December 2024 urging each Knight throughout Michigan to perform "Just One More" act of charity leading up to Christmas. The concept behind this initiative was to emulate Jesus, who always has room in His heart for "Just One More," and to follow His example.
A heartwarming story unfolded about a week before Christmas, when Brother Gary Cornellier of Father John Howard Council 8500 in Highland had a conversation with a local veteran named Justin. Justin, a single father to a seven-year-old girl named Scarlett, was facing financial difficulties. Brother Gary asked Justin to compile a list of things that he and Scarlett needed. This list was then shared with members of the Men's Club at Church of the Holy Spirit in Highland as well as with the Brother Knights of John Howard Council 8500 in Highland, Fulton J. Sheen Council 7444 in Milford, and individuals from neighboring communities.
On Christmas Eve, following the 10pm Mass, Justin and Scarlett received a generous donation of hats, gloves, boots, a coat, various clothing items, books, interactive toys like play sand, along with many other items that would bring joy to a seven-year-old girl on Christmas morning. Scarlett was overjoyed, and Justin was deeply touched by the outpouring of God's love demonstrated by all those involved.
Justin was so moved, he wrote a note to all those who helped give Scarlett a CHRISTmas she will never forget!
This heartwarming story serves as a reminder of the impact we have every time we come together as Knights to help those in need. Let us joyfully continue to follow the example set by Jesus in making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
VIVAT JESUS!
