Ed Strach, Life Director
Michigan State Council
Knights of Columbus
On Saturday November 8, 2025 several councils in the Flint area held a Coat giveaway at Catholic Charities Center for Hope in Flint. With combined contributions to purchase coats from the Supreme Council and coats collected or purchased by individual councils 308 children’s coats 47 adult coats were given away. All leftover coats were distributed to local parish outreaches and schools. A very special thanks to all councils and our brother Knights who joined us for this annual event and Catholic Charities for their support.
Rick Perry
Lansing Diocesan Program Director- North
Au Lac Council 10724 in Ira Township held a dedication ceremony on November 1st for their second Veterans Memorial Monument stone. Approximately 80 people attended the ceremony including Fr. Joseph Esper, Pastor of Immaculate Conception Parish, K of C Color Guard, VFW Post 7573 Color Guard, members of Au Lac Council 10724 and St. Mary of the Lake Assembly 2804, and family members.
Food Banks Need Your Help!
As we navigate the uncertainty of a federal government shutdown, it is crucial that we rally together to protect the most vulnerable among us. We encourage every member of the Knights of Columbus Michigan State Council to reach out to their fellow knights and explore how they can individually contribute to their local parishes and community food banks during this critical time. Consider proposing a motion for a collective donation of $500 or less from the Council itself, which would serve as a testament to our commitment to charity and fraternity, ensuring that food continues to reach those in need while we await resolution from our public officials. Let us embody the spirit of solidarity and compassion, leaving no neighbor behind in our efforts to support one another. Together, we can make a meaningful impact in our communities and demonstrate the strength of our collective resolve.
Here are the 2025 November Calendar Winners. Congratulations to everyone who won this month!!
This summer, Irish Hills Council 6223 held a monthly grillout to support our historic Stations of the Cross at St. Joseph Shrine. We grilled burgers, brats, and hotdogs on the last Sunday of the month all summer long. Our DGK Mike Kimutis gave a talk prior to each Mass and we accepted free will donations. At the end of the summer we were able to present a check to the Parish for $6000.
Pictured L-R Don Kortas, Bob Romeo, GK Matt Girdham, Mike Lang, and Doug McMillian
