Saturday, September 4, 2010
The Knights of Columbus, founded in 1881 by Father Michael McGivney, has long been known as the strong right arm of the Church. The organization's watchwords -- charity, unity, fraternity and patriotism -- stand as the foundation that have supported millions of Catholic men and their families across the past century. All Catholic men in good standing with the Church are eligible and encouraged to apply for membership to a local council. Catholic boys under age 18 may apply to join the Columbian Squires, the Knight's youth organization.
St. Luke's is the home of the Bishop Patrick Barry Council #10626 of the Knights of Columbus. Chartered in 1990, Council #10626 takes an active part in many functions within the parish and in the surrounding community. In addition to popular events like the monthly Men's Prayer Breakfasts and the Annual Parish Christmas Dinner, the council has been intrumental in the pledge drive to help build our new Church.
All eligible men in our parish are encouraged to apply for membership to the Knights. The council meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 P.M. in the Parish center. For additional information about the Knights and Council #10626, contact one of the following representatives:
Learn more about Council 10626 at their web site.
Additional information about the Knights of Columbus, including history, activities, membership and news, is available through the K. of C. official web site.