By: Gary Merritt - Tue, Oct 24, 2023 9:17 AM

Posted For: Council #7341

On Sunday, October 15th, Frank Boksa was initiated into the Order and Bishop Allen J. Babcock Council 7341 in Caledonia.

 

 

Many thanks to the Degree staff, including GK Roger Campbell, PGK Jeff Hernandez, DGK Bill Donohue, PGK Leo Wisniewski, and council recorder Brent Vasicek for their commitment to ensuring a smooth and meaningful experience for Frank and his family.

 

Pictured are Frank, his wife Mary, and his mom Bernice, alongside the Degree staff.

By: Ken Warzybok - Tue, Oct 24, 2023 7:05 AM

Posted For: Council #10724

We do a lot of good things as Knights, but the most rewarding ones are when we extend a helping hand to those in need.

 

On October 23rd, the Brother Knights of Au Lac Council 10724 built a handicap ramp for a developmentally challenged young man. His mother was unable to continue carrying him up and down the stairs of their home. These Brother Knights dedicated several hours to building the much-needed ramp for his wheelchair.

 

 

Thank you Brothers for exemplifying the true essence of being a Knight.

 

Your selfless actions serve as an inspiration to us all!

By: Gary Merritt - Fri, Oct 20, 2023 11:44 AM

Posted For: Council #7341

Bishop Allen J. Babcock Council #7341 with the efforts of the Council of Catholic Women, held a coat drive with donations from the parishioners of Holy Family. Altogether, 90 coats were distributed to the kids in need in the Caledonia and Middleville area.

By: District Deputy 118 - Wed, Oct 18, 2023 8:00 AM

Posted For: Council #10724

Congratulations and welcome to four new members who joined the Knights of Columbus during the District 118 Exemplification on October 17th! Two members joined Au Lac Council #10724 and two joined Marine City Council #856.

 

First Row (L-R): Brandon Wills (10724) & Jim Brennan (856)

Second Row (L-R): Sam Sattler (10724) & Gregory Dombecki (856)

Third Row (L-R): DD118 Ron DePestel; Field Agent Don Wesley; GK 856 Mike Page; Jacob DeMeulenaere (856).

 

By: District Deputy 113 - Tue, Oct 17, 2023 3:04 PM

Posted For: Council #6824

Father George Ging Council #6824 is dedicated to serving St. Anne Catholic Church in Ortonville, MI where Father Yongli (John) Chen, is assigned. One of the ways the council raises funds for charity is through a year-long wood-cutting program. It's a great way to give back to the community while also enjoying the great outdoors.

On the morning of October 14th, Father John blessed the woodlot with a moving ceremony, and then blessed the equipment and structures with Holy Water. It was a beautiful experience. A special thank you to Father John and all the Brother Knights who work tirelessly at the woodlot. Your dedication is truly inspiring.

Father John is an active member of Council 6824 and recently became a 4th Degree Sir Knight!

In addition to the photos, a video of the ceremony is available by clicking here

THOMAS F. KENDZIORSKI ("Tom")

DD113, PGK

By: Martin Brown - Sat, Oct 14, 2023 8:16 PM

Posted For: Council #14642

Congratulations to St. Sebastian Council 14642 Bryon Center, and Grand Knight Matt Millard being named September Council of the Month for the Grand Rapids Diocese.

 

Pictured: Grand Knight Matt Millard and SDRR Marty Brown presenting the award.

 

 

Also pictured: Council members at the meeting, with Msgr. William H. Duncan, District Deputy John Venaklase and Supreme Field Agent Dan Thelen.

 

 

Martin Brown, SDRR/Grand Rapids

By: Richard Shelt - Wed, Oct 11, 2023 5:54 AM

Posted For: Council #3021

On Tuesday October 10th, Notre Dame Council #3021 in Wayne was presented with their Star Council Award for the 2022/2023 Fraternal Year.

 

 

Pictured are DD126 Ed Hurst, GK Paul Sposite, and SDRR Richard Shelt.

 

Congratulations to a great council!

 

Richard Shelt

State Deputy Regional Representative

Detroit Archdiocese - West

By: James Highfield - Tue, Oct 10, 2023 6:25 PM

Posted For: Council #5999

Tony Bitz, the newly appointed DD401, recently attended his first meeting as DD 401 at St Mary's Council #5999 in Marshall, MI.

During the meeting, DD Tony had the honor of presenting PGK Tom Gruber with the prestigious McGivney and Founders awards for the 2022-23 Fraternal Year.

In addition, SDRR Jim Highfield presented GK Tim Fitzgerald with the September Council of the Month Award. It was a well-deserved recognition for Tim's outstanding leadership and the dedication of the Brother Knights.

The council will qualify for the Quick Start awards, which will be presented at the State Deputy Membership Tribute Banquet on February 24th at Zuccaro's in Chesterfield Twp.

SDRR James Highfield

Kalamazoo Diocese

By: Richard Shelt - Tue, Oct 10, 2023 9:06 AM

Posted For: Council #4188

On Monday October 9th, Fr. John M. Lynch Council #4188 in Clawson was presented with the Star Council award.

 

L-R: SDRR Richard Shelt, GK Terry Clayton and DD106 Michael King.

 

 

Congratulations to all the Brother Knights for a job well done!

 

 

Richard Shelt, SDRR

Detroit Archdiocese/West

By: Ken Warzybok - Mon, Oct 9, 2023 4:58 PM

Posted For: Council #6223

Irish Hills Council #6223 held an Exemplification and welcomed two new Knights to the Third Degree. The ceremony was held Oct 1st in beautiful St. Joseph's Shrine in Brooklyn, MI.

Pictured in the center are new Knights - Doug Deland and Steve Celenskey - surrounded by the outstanding exemplification team and pastor Fr. Zach Mabee.

Congratulations Brothers!