Michigan Knights of Columbus

Council 10724 has successful Diaper Dump for local Pregnancy Center

By: PD 10724 - Thu, Jan 16, 2025 9:28 AM

Posted For: Council #10724

Au Lac Council 10724 in Ira Township conducted a Diaper Dump Drive on January 11-12 to collect baby diapers and wipes for mothers and babies in need. A total of 18,748 diapers and 5,084 wipes plus a check for $1360 was delivered to Compassion Pregnancy Center located in Clinton Township.

Thanks everyone for your generosity!

Council 13983 Receives December 2024 Council of the Month Award

By: Paul Thorn - Wed, Jan 15, 2025 11:18 AM

Posted For: Council #13983

On January 14, I traveled to St. Kieran Catholic Church in Shelby Township to present Council 13983 Grand Knight Jim Finn with the Detroit East Council of the Month Award for December, 2024. The Council is currently at 113% Membership growth for this Fraternal Year!

Deacon Russ Ortisi is included in the picture.

Congratulations to St. Kieran Council!

Paul Thorn

State Deputy Regional Representative

Detroit Archdiocese East

Council 8500 does Just One More before Christmas

By: Ken Warzybok - Thu, Jan 9, 2025 11:28 AM

Posted For: Council #8500

Brother Knights and Ladies,

You will remember that we published an article in December 2024 urging each Knight throughout Michigan to perform "Just One More" act of charity leading up to Christmas. The concept behind this initiative was to emulate Jesus, who always has room in His heart for "Just One More," and to follow His example.

A heartwarming story unfolded about a week before Christmas, when Brother Gary Cornellier of Father John Howard Council 8500 in Highland had a conversation with a local veteran named Justin. Justin, a single father to a seven-year-old girl named Scarlett, was facing financial difficulties. Brother Gary asked Justin to compile a list of things that he and Scarlett needed. This list was then shared with members of the Men's Club at Church of the Holy Spirit in Highland as well as with the Brother Knights of John Howard Council 8500 in Highland, Fulton J. Sheen Council 7444 in Milford, and individuals from neighboring communities.

On Christmas Eve, following the 10pm Mass, Justin and Scarlett received a generous donation of hats, gloves, boots, a coat, various clothing items, books, interactive toys like play sand, along with many other items that would bring joy to a seven-year-old girl on Christmas morning. Scarlett was overjoyed, and Justin was deeply touched by the outpouring of God's love demonstrated by all those involved.

Justin was so moved, he wrote a note to all those who helped give Scarlett a CHRISTmas she will never forget!

This heartwarming story serves as a reminder of the impact we have every time we come together as Knights to help those in need. Let us joyfully continue to follow the example set by Jesus in making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

VIVAT JESUS!

Councils 5436 and 15967 bring in new members

By: Paul Thorn - Fri, Dec 20, 2024 12:51 PM

Posted For: Council #5436

An Exemplification of Charity, Unity and Fraternity was held on December, 19, 2024 at Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church in Waterford. It was sponsored by Pope St. John XXIII Council 5436.

A total of 2 new members were welcomed into the Order. Johnny Williams joined Council 5436 and Adam Legg joined St. Daniel Council 15967. James Kostecki, who viewed the Exemplification video recently, also went through the live ceremony as a member of 5436.

Also in attendance at the ceremony were DD113 Chris Scheuer, NCD & AMD Tom Kendziorski and Field Agent Chris Apczynski.

An additional picture of James Kostecki with his wife Juanita and son Noah who is a future Knight.

Congratulations to our new members!

Thanks to all who attended.

Paul Thorn

State Deputy Regional Representative

Council 13950 is presented with Supreme Awards

By: Paul Thorn - Wed, Dec 18, 2024 4:04 PM

Posted For: Council #13950

On December 17th, District Deputy 111 John Carry presented the 2023 - 24 Columbian and Founders Awards to St. Mary of the Hills Council #13950 Immediate Past Grand Knight Bob Szymanski. Current Grand Knight Tom Schenk (far right) is also pictured.

Congratulations to Council 13950!

Paul Thorn

State Deputy Regional Representative

Council 5452 joins with students for the Rochester Parade

By: Ken Warzybok - Wed, Dec 18, 2024 5:29 AM

Posted For: Council #5452

On Saturday, December 8th, Brother Knights from Father Baumgartner Council 5452 joined with students from Holy Family Catholic School and St. Andrew Parish to build a "Keep Christ in Christmas" float for the annual Hometown Christmas Parade hosted by the Rochester Regional Chamber Foundation. With more than 100 floats, marching bands, and a variety of groups participating, the students and Knights earned first prize in the parade's youth category.

To read the full article from The Detroit Catholic, click here

Breakfast with Santa supports Land of Peace Organization

By: PD 10724 - Mon, Dec 16, 2024 7:01 AM

Posted For: Council #10724

Au Lac Council 10724 Breakfast With Santa

Au Lac Council 10724 in Ira Township hosted their annual Breakfast With Santa event for families on December 15th. Brother Knights cooked a delicious breakfast of sausage, pancakes and French toast while the children got to see Santa Claus and receive a present. The event was held in the Immaculate Conception parish hall and very well attended. The money collected was donated to the Land of Peace organization which held their annual exhibit of religious artwork made in the Holy Land. The funds will go to help the needy Christians living in Jerusalem. The Knights and Land of Peace thank everyone for their generosity!

District 313 receives Star District Award

By: Martin Brown - Mon, Dec 16, 2024 6:50 AM

Posted For: District #

At the Christmas Party for Bishop Fulton J. Sheen Council 7487 in Jenison, Past State Deputy Bob Fox presented District Deputy 313 Rich Olszewski with the Star District award for 2023-2024.

Council 14206 awarded October 2024 Council of the Month

By: Martin Brown - Mon, Dec 16, 2024 6:36 AM

Posted For: Council #14206

At the Christmas party for Barthalomew Council 14206 in Newaygo, SDRR Marty Brown presented the Grand Rapids Diocese October Council of the Month to Grand Knight Larry Hohs. There were about 38 people in attendance including Father Noah Thelen.

Pictured SDRR Marty Brown, Grand Knight Larry and his wife Janet Hohs.

Fr John R Day Council Welcomes Three New Knights Before Christmas

By: GK 2659 - Sun, Dec 15, 2024 4:51 PM

Posted For: Council #2659

On Sunday December 15th, Fr John R Day Council #2659 in Howell, MI had the honor of conducting an exemplification and welcoming three Brother Knights into their Council.

Welcome Brothers Mark Amato, Dino Bona, & Steven Rochon!

Vivat Jesus!

Tim Donovan

Grand Knight