Knights of Columbus

The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic men's fraternal benefit society that was formed in 1882 by Father Michael J. McGivney to render financial aid to members and their families. Mutual aid and assistance are offered to sick, disabled and needy members and their families. Social and intellectual fellowship is promoted among members and their families through educational, charitable, religious, social welfare, war relief and public relief works.

Imagine being part of an organization that fills your heart and your mind with the joy of giving to others and the feeling that comes with making a difference. Knights are Catholic men, 18 years of age and older, who are committed to making their community a better place, while supporting their Church. Being a Knight is more than camaraderie; it is being involved with your community; it is supporting your local Catholic Church, while enhancing your own faith; it is about protecting and enhancing your family life.

Carroll C. Blair Council #13276 was chartered in spring 2003 and has grown to 50 Knights to serve St Mary's parish, the Downtown community, and the Diocese of West Tennessee. In our brief history, Council #13276 has earned Star Council, the highest award from the Supreme Council, and the Bishops Award, the top recognition from the State Council. Our members are active in parish life and the community, serving through events planned by our council, youth, family, community, church and vocations committees. Our goal is to strengthen our faith individually and collectively through service to the Mother Church, our parish, and to those that are in need in our community. To find out more about joining our council, please call the church office or email k_c@stmary-memphis.com.

http://www.kofc.org/un/eb/en/index.html

Announcements

We are seeking parishioners who can help us support our seminarians at the Third Annual Seminarians Dinner on July 23rd at the Cathedral. Tickets are $50.00. Contact Ben Hollaway for more information (901-569-1074).

The next meeting will be August 11, 2010 at 7PM in the Parish Hall. Call Bill Shinnick (901-299-2024) for information on joining the Knights.

Remember our Pancake Breakfast and Blood Drive after all the masses coming up on August 22, 2010.

Please click the link below to enter your monthly volunteer hours.

http://www.stmary-memphis.com/kofcvolunteerhours/