Congratulations to Jacob, Bob, Chris, Matthew, Bill, and Andy on joining Knights of Columbus Council 12295 at St. Mary Magdalen. We are honored to welcome you into our brotherhood of faith, service, and fraternity.
A special congratulations as well to Seth and John, who have joined Council 7304 at St. Patrick Parish, accompanied and supported by Bill Dunlop, Membership Director. Your commitment strengthens not only your parish community but the Order as a whole.
Having eight new Knights participate in this Exemplification Ceremony is both inspiring and encouraging for our Councils. Your presence, your “yes,” and your willingness to serve bring renewed energy to the mission we share.
We wish each of you a rewarding and meaningful journey in the Knights of Columbus brotherhood.
By: Michael A. Kozakiewicz -
Mon, May 25, 2026 12:54 PM
Man, I love baseball! There is excitement in the air when you walk into a baseball stadium. The roar of the crowd, the smell of the hot dogs being cooked, and lines forming for beverages of all kind. Sometimes it feels like you're in another world. With our annual Knights of Columbus night at Comerica Park, you see Brotherhood Among Us. I keep having to increase the amount of tickets each year, and trust me, that is a good problem to have.
On Saturday August 29th, our fraternalism continues. Our hometown team, the Detroit Tigers, will be facing the World Series champs, the Los Angeles Dodgers. If you’ve never attended, this is a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon! If you’ve been in the past, be sure to bring some new faces. Let's show our Knights of Columbus Brotherhood around the stadium.
Congratulations to Atticus Yaros and Elayna McDonald on being selected to receive the Au Lac Council Justin Mello Memorial Award! They received the award during the Immaculate Conception School sports award program on May 18th. Their names will be engraved on a plaque which is displayed in the main hallway.
Justin Mello was a former student at I.C. School whose life ended early. Justin was just 16 years old when he was murdered during a robbery where he worked. He was a well known and loved member of our I.C. community which was devastated by his loss.
Since his passing on October 21, 2000 the K of C Au Lac Council 10724 and Immaculate Conception School have honored Justin’s memory by selecting one 8th grade boy and one 8th grade girl who best demonstrate his qualities in four important categories – Academics; Citizenship; Conduct; and Athletics. The names of many deserving boys and girls were submitted and evaluated for the award. Congratulations again to Atticus and Elayna!
Jerry Przywara is the Dearborn O'Kelley #3860 May Knight of the Month. Here are just a few of the ways that Jerry helps out at St. Maria Goretti: He sings in the choir, altar serves, and is also a lector. Jerry also takes time to visit veterans in hospice care.
What an unforgettable 2026 Michigan State Convention at the beautiful Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island! From the inspiring Masses and fellowship to the laughs, memories, and Pure Michigan moments — it was truly special.
Now we’re putting together highlight videos and Reels to celebrate our shared experiences and showcase the spirit of the Michigan Knights of Columbus!
📸 We need YOUR photos and videos!
Whether it’s candid moments, group shots, the parade, awards, or just you and your fellow Knights & ladies having a great time — send them our way!
✉️ Email your pictures and clips to: m.hoxsie@mikofc.org
💬 Or message them directly via Facebook Messenger
Let’s fill our feeds with the Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism that made this convention one for the books!
Every submission helps us create something special the whole state can enjoy.
Deadline? The sooner the better — we can’t wait to see what you captured! ❤️
The Michigan State Council Knights of Columbus is proud to announce the official winners of the **Michigan Charities Raffle**, which ran from November 1, 2024, to April 10, 2025. This annual fundraiser supports vital charitable initiatives across the state of Michigan.
A heartfelt congratulations to all the winners! We also extend our sincere thanks to every ticket purchaser, seller, and participating council for your generous support. Your efforts help us continue making a positive impact in our communities.
Here is the complete list of prize winners:
Prize
Ticket #
Winner
City
State
Seller
Council
1st
743023
Jeffrey Couper
Iron Mountain
MI
Jeffrey Couper
1585
2nd
463497
Kate Przywara
Dearborn
MI
Jerry Przywara
3860
3rd
30222
Joelle Maleszyk
Sterling Heights
MI
Rob Maleszyk
5460
4th
90747
Mo Wilkie
Livonia
MI
Mo Wilkie
13475
5th
241126
Richard Beauchamp
Grand Blanc
MI
Dick Beauchamp
7418
6th
80569
Ken Gawkowski
New Boston
MI
Council 15932
15932
7th
657733
Dan Burch
Manchester
MI
Dan Burch
4354
8th
205283
Bill Jurzysta
China
MI
Bill Jurzysta
2251
9th
612040
Mary Slayton
White Lake
MI
Chris Slayton
8605
10th
654187
Jenny Shaddach
Dexter
MI
G. Shaddach
2835
11th
83836
Stan Emerick
Carleton
MI
Stan Emerick
15932
12th
558664
Joe Snow
Calumet
MI
Joe Snow
1245
13th
385628
Richard Fisher
Wales
MI
Richard Fisher
10501
14th
716933
Kendrick Weber
Lowell
MI
Kendrick Weber
2890
15th
271097
Michael Argiero
Ann Arbor
MI
Michael Argiero
587
16th
708383
Joseph E. cross
Coldwater
MI
Joseph E. Cross
2900
17th
268979
Dairell & Carol Abbott
Northville
MI
Dairell Abbott
14427
18th
167962
Nancy Kandow
Posen
MI
Dan Kandow
6657
19th
410397
James J. Bueltel
Sterling Heights
MI
James J. Bueltel
13453
20th
93630
Janet McShane
Brownstown
MI
Council 13980
13980
21st
217198
Ronald Stec
Washington
MI
Ronald Stec
7018
22nd
60248
Charles Maskal
Saginaw
MI
Charles Maskal
4232
23rd
246677
Debbie Trundle
Swartz Creek
MI
Mike Trundle
6694
24th
78481
Greg Vink
Dearborn Heights
MI
Greg Vink
2660
25th
114325
Steven Koschay
Grand Ledge
MI
Steven Koschay
7311
26th
310498
Gary Fedewa
Portland
MI
Gary Fedewa
2168
27th
429735
Mary Lynn Booms
Harbor Beach
MI
Bradley Booms
3823
28th
162624
Kyle Koestner
Grand Rapids
MI
Kyle Koestner
162624
29th
591930
David Klemmer
Warren
MI
David Klemmer
13419
30th
83589
Paul S. Funk
Howell
MI
Paul Funk
8169
31st
522539
Donna Wahmhoff
New Buffalo
MI
Al Wahmhoff
14366
32nd
95065
Larry Sullivan
South Lyon
MI
Larry Sullivan
12295
33rd
718792
Fred Patin
Sand Lake
MI
Fred Patin
8425
34th
144007
Sherry Dunn
Lansing
MI
Joe Dunn
7816
35th
398592
Robert Dux
Berkley
MI
Robert Dux
13419
36th
647847
Erica Kruszewski
Detroit
MI
Steve Kruszewski
14427
37th
468881
Ernest Renaud
Monroe
MI
Ernest Renaud
1266
38th
85305
Jerome Kramartz
Dearborn
MI
J. Kramartz
3312
39th
87905
Michael Prokopowicz
Gwinn
MI
Michael Prokopowicz
6293
40th
715304
Patrick Burns
MI
Council 4362
4362
If you are one of the winners, please contact your local council or the Michigan State Council for prize claim details. Stay tuned for more updates on upcoming Knights of Columbus events and fundraisers in Michigan!
Kevin Rowley State Raffle Director
Michigan State Council
Knights of Columbus
*Knights of Columbus – Making a Difference in Michigan*
As Pope Leo the Great explained, "the law was given on Mount Sinai fifty days after the immolation of the paschal lamb. Similarly, after the passion of Christ in which the true Lamb of God was killed, just fifty days after his resurrection, the Holy Spirit fell upon the apostles and the whole group of believers. Thus, the earnest Christian may easily perceive that the beginnings of the Old Covenant were at the service of the beginnings of the gospel and that the same Spirit who instituted the Second Covenant." As usual, the New Testament can only be understood in light of the Old, and the Old Testament is revealed in the New! We'll discuss that beautiful feature of Pentecost -- and much more -- in this week's Dad Talk. Please share with a friend, and God bless! Dad
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