Membership - Handling Objections
By: Jim Escott -
Thu, Aug 31, 2023 5:55 AM
Membership - Handling Objections
I'm too busy to join
How often have you asked someone to join and their response to you is... "I'm too busy". Here are some suggested responses you can give to overcome this obstacle.
- 24 Hour Knight - Supreme has a great pamphlet you can order (for free) that shows men they only need to spend 24 hours a year on Knights activities. Everyone has 24 hours.
- There's no additional time required - Many men in the parish already donate a significant amount of their time to church activities. Church Choir, usher, Eucharistic Minister, etc... Just become a member (to show your support) and just keep doing the things you're already doing. Nothing more.
- E-membership - The Knights created a type of membership for people like you. Just become an e-member (for free) to show you support the Catholic Church. You don't need to do more. Then, in the future, if your situation changes, you can volunteer and be more engaged.
- The Knights should complement your life, not complicate it. Get involved only if and only when you have time. If you're busy. That's OK. Just being a member is helpful.
- Have a voice - The knights have a voice in Congress on many issues impacting our lives. As a member, you share in strong Catholic values and we can represent you.
We Are One Committee Halloween Party!
By: Ken Warzybok -
Sun, Aug 27, 2023 10:00 AM
The "We Are One Committee" is thrilled to announce that we will be hosting the 2nd Annual We Are One Halloween Party on October 27, 2023. Get ready for a spooktacular evening at Zuccaros Banquet Center, located in Chesterfield, MI.
All proceeds from the party will go towards supporting the Michigan Knights of Columbus Installation of State Leadership 2026.
The cost is $50 for you to join in on the fun and enjoy a delicious Buffet Dinner, an Open Bar, and plenty of dancing. We encourage everyone to come dressed in their most creative costumes, as we will be awarding prizes for the Best Individual, Best Couple, and Best Group costumes.
But wait, there's more! We will also be hosting raffles throughout the night, for extra excitement. You might just walk away with an amazing prize!
If you or your business are interested in supporting this incredible event, sponsorship opportunities are available. Please refer to the flyer for more details or reach out to Paul Palka at p.palka@mikofc.org. We would be thrilled to have your support!
We can't wait to see all of you. Let's come together, have a blast, and show that WE ARE ONE!
- The WE ARE ONE Committee
KC Lions Day 2023
By: Michael A. Kozakiewicz -
Thu, Aug 24, 2023 6:45 AM
Those that know me know that I'm a die-hard Detroit Lions fan. I know I drink the Kool-Aid every year. But last year it was more of a Honolulu blue and silver cocktail. I've been a season ticket holder since 2011 and last season at every game the atmosphere at Ford Field was amazing. I definitely look forward to more of it this year.
With that being said, we have organized a Knights of Columbus Fraternal Day at Ford Field. It will be the game on September 24, 2023, Detroit Lions versus Atlanta Falcons.
Tickets are $100.00 each, click HERE for the order form.
Checks made out to Michigan State Council. Order form and checks come to me directly. Please do not send to the state office. Any questions please contact me.
GO LIONS #ONEPRIDE
Michael Kozakiewicz
Chief of Fraternal Activities
Michigan's Longest Serving Brother Knight celebrates 102nd Birthday!
By: Ken Warzybok -
Sun, Aug 20, 2023 11:01 PM
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On Sunday, August 20th, the Brother Knights of St. Augustine Cathedral Council #15439, in collaboration with the St. Augustine Cathedral School, hosted the annual parish picnic at the parish in Kalamazoo. It was a beautiful day filled with delicious food, thrilling lawn bouncers, exciting games of bingo, and countless hours of fellowship for all the parishioners to enjoy
This year's picnic was extra special as everyone celebrated the 102nd birthday of Brother Knight Bob Johnson from Bishop Alfred J. Markiewicz Council #1616. Brother Bob received heartfelt congratulations from Bishop Edward Lohse, who was recently ordained in the Kalamazoo Diocese, as well as from Diocesan Chaplain and Cathedral Rector, Father Bob Creagon.
At 102 years young, Brother Bob holds the distinction of being the longest-serving member of the Michigan Knights of Columbus, with an impressive 84 years of faithful service to the Order. Furthermore, he is one of the oldest living World War II Naval veterans
The celebration was attended by clergy
members, parish family friends, and well-
wishers.
As Brother Knights, we are truly honored to
have such an exceptional individual among our
Michigan ranks. Thank you, Brother Bob Johnson, you are an inspiration to us all!
Additionally, local TV news channel WWMT was present at the event, capturing this joyous occaslon. See the television coverage here
On August 27th, the We Are One committee hosted their second annual golf outing. It was a gorgeous day at Timberwood Golf Course in Ray, Michigan, and everyone had a great time!
During the event, we had the pleasure of honoring two remarkable individuals. Patricia Winkle and Brother Knight Major Kelly (still helping out at an impressive 98 years young) were both bestowed with the title of Honorary Members of the We Are One Committee. It was a well-deserved recognition for their outstanding contributions and dedication.
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