By: Matt Hoxsie - Mon, May 25, 2026 11:40 AM

By: Kevin Rowley - Mon, May 25, 2026 11:28 AM

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:

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!

*Knights of Columbus – Making a Difference in Michigan*

By: John Bursch - Mon, May 25, 2026 10:24 AM

By: Matt Hoxsie - Mon, May 25, 2026 10:21 AM

Joe Magalski

St. Catherine of Siena Council 6980, Grand Knight

 

By: Matt Hoxsie - Mon, May 25, 2026 10:12 AM

On Saturday, May 16th, Divine Mercy Assembly #3082 proudly hosted a special picnic for the veterans at Vets Returning Home in Roseville, Michigan.

The event was a resounding success and a truly heartwarming experience for every veteran in attendance as well as all the Sir Knights and Ladies who volunteered their time and support. It was a proud day for our Assembly as we came together in the true spirit of charity and fraternity.

A big thank you to everyone who represented Divine Mercy #3082 that day — your presence made a real difference.

Special recognition goes to our project chairman, SK Ed Bahoura, who expertly handled the shopping, menu planning, and kitchen coordination. Thanks to his leadership and the outstanding teamwork and communication with volunteers, the entire day ran smoothly and efficiently.

We also want to thank all the generous members who purchased drinks, cooked and baked food, and brought desserts. Your contributions helped us stay well within budget and will allow us to continue these meaningful outreach projects for our veterans in the future.

Fourteen dedicated volunteers worked the picnic and spent quality time socializing with the veterans. Many heartfelt stories were shared, and new friendships were formed throughout the day.

Inspired by the success of this event, we hope to expand this outreach into multiple visits per year so we can do even more to honor and support our military heroes here in Michigan.

Thank you to every brother and sister who helped make this day possible. Your service truly exemplifies what it means to be a Knight of Columbus!

God bless you and your families.

Gary Parent Faithful Navigator Divine Mercy Assembly #3082

Photos from the wonderful day at Vets Returning Home are attached.

By: Matt Hoxsie - Mon, May 25, 2026 9:55 AM

By: Matt Hoxsie - Mon, May 25, 2026 9:29 AM

**Lion & Lamb Committee Golf Fundraiser Returns to Copper Ridge Golf Course on July 18, 2026**

The Lion & Lamb Committee invites all Michigan Knights of Columbus members, their families, friends, and the entire fraternal community to tee it up for a great cause at its annual **Golf FUNdraiser** on **Saturday, July 18, 2026**, at the scenic Copper Ridge Golf Course in Davison, Michigan.

Click here to downloand the flyer:  Lion & Lamb Golf Fundraiser Flyer

**Event Details**  

- **Date**: Saturday, July 18, 2026  

- **Location**: Copper Ridge Golf Course, 8475 E. Atherton Rd., Davison, MI 48423  

- **Schedule**:  

  - Registration & Lunch: 12:00 PM  

  - Shotgun Start: 1:00 PM  

- **Cost**: $125 per golfer  

The day will be packed with “all the standard golf fun” that makes this one of the most enjoyable charity outings on the calendar:  

- Longest Drive contest  

- Closest to the Pin contest  

- Mulligans  

- Putting games  

- Two 50/50 raffles  

- Basket raffles  

- Special Silent Auction items  

Whether you’re a scratch golfer or just love the game, this is the perfect opportunity to enjoy a round with fellow Knights while supporting the important charitable work of the Lion & Lamb Committee.

**Sponsorship Opportunities Available**  

Help make the event even more successful by becoming a sponsor! Recognition packages include:  

**Platinum Sponsor – $500**  

- Two hole signs  

- Dinner sponsorship signage  

- Acknowledgement on golf carts  

- Event program acknowledgement  

**Gold Sponsor – $300**  

- One hole sign  

- Lunch sponsorship signage  

- Event program acknowledgement  

**Silver Sponsor – $100**  

- One hole sign  

- Event program acknowledgement  

Sponsors at all levels receive prominent visibility throughout the day and in the event program.

**How to Register or Sponsor**  

Download the attached registration form or contact **Kevin Wisely** directly at **Lionandlambgolf1@outlook.com** to reserve your spot or secure a sponsorship.  

Checks should be made payable to the **“Lion & Lamb Committee.”**  

For questions about the course, call Copper Ridge Golf Course at (810) 658-7775.  

Mark your calendars now and plan to join us for an afternoon of friendly competition, good food, great fellowship, and meaningful support for the Lion & Lamb Committee’s charitable initiatives. Space is limited—register early to guarantee your foursome!  

For more information or to obtain a registration form, reach out to Kevin Wisely or watch for additional details in upcoming Michigan Knights of Columbus communications.  

**See you on the course July 18th!**  

*Sponsored by the Lion & Lamb Committee*  

Copper Ridge Golf Course • Davison, Michigan

By: Ed Strach - Mon, May 25, 2026 9:17 AM

By: Michael Fontana - Mon, May 25, 2026 9:15 AM

HOLY CROSS SERVICES

Michael J. Fontana

Special Services Liaison

248-224-5583

m.fontana@mikofc.org

It is with sadness and a heavy heart that I announce that Holy Cross Services will be dissolving by year end 2026. An official announcement was made to our K of C membership this week at the Michigan State Council Annual Convention held at Mackinac Island. Over the last several years, the HCS Board of Directors has discussed and reviewed many different options and has done what it could with the resources available and made the tough decision to end the legacy of HCS.

Holy Cross Services was originally founded as Boysville of Michigan, transitioned to Holy Cross Children Services and then to Holy Cross Services. Through your generous donations over the years, we were able to service the needs of young children, teens, young adults, foster children and families along with homeless individuals and veterans with basic necessities such as food, housing, care and love in our numerous facilities located throughout the State of Michigan. Without the financial, human and spiritual assistance and support of the Knights of Columbus members like you, a lot of this would never have taken place.

On behalf of the HCS Board of Directors, leadership team, staff and clients served over the years, we say THANK YOU to all of you for your individual donations, council donations, district donations, local fundraisers, sweatshirts, coats, toiletries, gift baskets, gift cards, prayers and unwavering support. The sharing of your time, talent and treasures will not be forgotten.           

As a previous HCS Board Chairman and current member of the Board of Directors, it has been my pleasure to serve as your HCS Liaison since my appointment several years ago. It has truly been an honor and privilege to work with all of you and the team at HCS. May God continue to bless all of you and your families in the coming days, weeks, months and years to come.  

By: Matt Hoxsie - Mon, May 25, 2026 9:10 AM

Congratulations to the Michigan State Council New Board!

At last week's Michigan State Convention, we elected our new State Board of Officers that will assume their new roles 7/1/26.

State Deputy - Charles E. McCuen III

State Secretary - Vern A. Miron

State Treasurer - Daniel C. Fuller, Jr.

State Advocate - Joel J. Kendzorski

State Warden - Dean W. Hayward

A motion was proposed by the State Board to increase State Per Capita effective 7/1/26 to $20 per year, $10 assessed in July and $10 in January. The resolution was moved, supported and approved by our delegates.