November 5th brings in 13 new members in Canton
By: Richard Shelt -
Mon, Nov 6, 2023 5:25 PM
A Travel Team Exemplification of Charity, Unity, and Fraternity was held at Resurrection Church in Canton, home parish of St. John Neumann Council 16169, where 13 new Brother Knights joined the Order.
In attendance were 45 friends and families of the candidates and Diocesan Chaplain Father Paul Ballien led everyone in prayer. State Membership Director Richard Shelt, District Deputy 114 Dan Timmerman, and Ray Bilyk SDRR Detroit West were also present.
A big thank you goes out to Pat Girard, the leader of the Degree Team, and his staff for their outstanding work. Congratulations on a job well done!
Lastly, a warm welcome to our new Brother Knights! We are thrilled to have you join our ranks!
Swartz Creek Council 6694 Supports Parish Priest's Home Diocese
By: MD 6694 -
Sun, Nov 5, 2023 4:04 PM
Grand Knight, Lance Wildman, reports that a recent Knights of Columbus sponsored “Family Fun Fundraiser,” to help the Diocese of Gumla (India), raised $7,062. The Diocese of Gumla is the home diocese of Father Louis Ekka, pastor of St. Mary Queen of Angels parish in Swartz Creek, Michigan. There are thirty-nine parishes and thirty-nine schools in this diocese and the funds raised will go a long way in support of their projects.
The event took place in the St. Mary’s parish hall with over ninety-two people in attendance. There were family fun games and a meal enjoyed by all. Additionally, a 50-50 raffle was held, and two beautiful baskets and a wall plaque were also raffled. Most of the funds raised were the result of freewill offerings from a very generous parish family and friends from a neighboring parish as well.
The participation and response to this event was inspiring and a testament to the principle of charity. Swartz Creek Council 6694 is incredibly pleased with this outcome and the outpouring of love and support shown for Father Louis.
Council 3860 raises funds to support Special Olympics
By: Richard Shelt -
Fri, Nov 3, 2023 7:35 AM
On Sunday October 29th, the Brother Knights of Fr Patrick O’Kelley Council 3860 in Dearborn Heights held a delicious spaghetti dinner to support Special Olympics. It was a very successful event, with over 400 dinners served. Thanks to the overwhelming response from the community, the council raised an impressive amount of nearly $5000!
Detroit Council 305 is 125 years young
By: Paul Thorn -
Wed, Nov 1, 2023 7:24 PM
November 1st was a walk down memory lane as I travelled to Old St. Mary Church in Detroit's Greektown to hand out awards.
Detroit Council 305 is the original Michigan Council at 125 years young. I was told by current Grand Knight Andrew Assenmacher Sr., Council membership was once over 10,000 members.
Council 305 was awarded Detroit East Council of the month for October.
The award was presented to Grand Knight Assenmacher. Included in the picture of the presentation are Council Chaplain Fr. Godfrey Mgonja, District Deputy James Kelly and myself.
Also presented with an award was DD James Kelly for helping his Milford area Councils to their District membership goals.
Memorabilia in the Council chamber included a picture of over 100 Knights after receiving their 1st Degree in 1925 and a Telephone Directory from 1923 that listed at least 2 of my uncles. It was very special moment for me to see their names listed!
Congratulations to Detroit Council 305 and District Deputy Kelly!
Paul Thorn
Detroit East SDRR
Council 7341 Coats for Kids
By: Gary Merritt -
Fri, Oct 20, 2023 11:44 AM
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.
