On June 9,1985 an organizational meeting for the formation of a Knights of Columbus Council was held in the Parish Centre. Men from the parishes of St. Ann 's Hope River , St . Mary's Hunter River , St . Augustine's South Rustico , and from Stella Maris elected a committee to spearhead the formation of a new council, to be called the J. Douglas McNeill Council . This new Council will soon complete its first year and gives great promise of being a force for the spiritual growth of the whole region. In June of 1985, Father Bob was named Pastor of St . Pius X in Parkdale . There is no doubt that Father Bob is a gifted speaker. His liturgical services were always enhanced by his inspiring homilies. Our loss would be gain for the peo¬ ple of St . Pius X. After taking a one year sabbatical from his post at Basilica, Father Pendergast became pastor of Stella Maris . He has continued the pastoral work of his predecessors, encouraging a great deal of involvement in the various ministries by the people of the parish. There had been a number of meetings prior to the coming of Father Art concerning the Parochial House. Two options were discussed: the building of a new house or repairing the existing one. It was decided to repair the existing house since it was in fairly good condition and blended in with its surroundings. Albert Doiron , Art Buote and Francis LeClair were the workers on this project. Father Art too, rolled up his sleeves and took part in the repairs; replacing the windows on the second floor at the front, pouring concrete for the basement wall on the north corner, insulating, and placing patio stones where the wooden verandah had been. Fr. Arthur Pendergast 25