Gilbert E. "Gil" Spisak

State Deputy

StateDeputy@IndianaKofC.org

Home Council: 9114 - Nativity of Our Savior, Portage, IN
Home Assembly: 240 - Father Sorin, Valparaiso, IN

Worthy Brother Knights,
First, I want to apologize that the last couple of months’ newsletters were unintentionally delayed. After
breaking my hip, they ended up stuck in my email outbox. I appreciate your patience, and I have
summarized the most relevant information below.
I would like to GREATLY THANK all the Knights who called, emailed, sent cards, and visited me while
I was in the hospital and during the month I spent recovering at the rehab facility. Your kindness, prayers,
and generosity truly made a difference in keeping my spirits up during a very challenging time of
recovery—especially while confined to a bed and wheelchair.
A special and heartfelt Thank You to Rich Rajski and Mike & Lisa Kovacs for going above and beyond
by bringing my mail from home and for the much-appreciated “Coke Zero” drop-offs at the rehab facility.
You were absolute lifesavers, and I will never forget it.
Thank you as well to everyone who attended the March for Life events this past January. Your presence
was a powerful witness to the dignity of life. Please be sure to visit the State Website to view photos
from the events. A sincere Thank You to Mike Velasco for his dedication, commitment, and years of
hard work organizing and coordinating these trips. Your leadership has made a lasting impact.
With this New Year in 2026 – WE NEED YOU to make the 2025–2026 Fraternal Year a
success—and to help Indiana achieve the Circle of Honor!
This isn’t just another request. It’s a mission. Your participation is vital. We are calling on YOU to
help us grow the Order by inviting Catholic men to join us—men who want to live out their faith, serve
their families and communities, and be part of something that truly matters.
Let us remain steadfast in our Mission – Our mission is clear: To empower Catholic men to live their
faith and serve their family, parish, community, and country. Together, we can make a significant and
lasting difference in the lives of many. Your participation is vital in helping us grow and.....

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Vivat Jesus and God Bless!

Gil Spisak
Indiana State Council - Knights of Columbus
State Deputy
statedeputy@indianakofc.org
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