Exemplification of Charity, Unity, and Fraternity
Saturday, November 22nd, 2025
Honoree: Reverend Father Eric Nelson
Thank you to everyone who served in this Exemplification and attended the rehearsal on Thursday evening (November 20th). With rehearsal complete and roles confirmed, we are ready to welcome new Brother Knights in a ceremony that reflects our principles of Charity, Unity, and Fraternity.
On Saturday, November 22nd, we will welcome new Brother Knights into our council through our first exemplification here at Sacred Heart, led by Monsignor Doyle Council 1186. This is a significant moment for our parish and for our council. As we gather in prayer and fraternity, let us ask the Lord to bless this exemplification, to strengthen our unity, and to deepen our charity toward one another and the families we serve.
The Exemplification takes place on Saturday, November 22nd, after the 9:00 AM Mass (approximately 10:00 AM) at Sacred Heart.
Assigned roles for November 22nd:
• Presiding Officer / Master of Ceremonies: SK Timothy Dahm, Grand Knight
• Chaplain: Reverend Fr. Mario Basque
• Presenter: Charity: Br. Lorne Gartner
• Presenter: Unity: Br. Phonse Delaney
• Presenter: Fraternity: SK Stephen Sheridan
• Warden: SK Roland Reeves
• Investing Officer: SK Roy Ifill
• Constitutional Role: Br. Rob Perrin
• Setup and Hospitality: SK Wayne Gerylo
• Closing Comments: SK Timothy Dahm, Br. Lorne Gartner, and Br. Mike Walsh
Please review the updated script before the ceremony, with particular attention to the closing comments and ceremonial cues. The latest script is posted below on this page.
Note on Chaplain and Financial Secretary
The roles of Chaplain and Financial Secretary are standing roles for every exemplification. The Chaplain (or clergy) leads the assembly in prayer at the beginning and end of the ceremony and may offer a brief reflection or blessing. The Financial Secretary (or his proxy) looks after candidate registration, review and signing of the Constitutional Roll, and issuing membership cards for new Brother Knights.
