Saint Kateri Tekakwitha Canonization Celebrations

Brother Knights,Saint Kateri Tekakwitha is the first Native American Saint in North America and is a major icon within the Native American Catholic Community. Attached please find a flyer describing the festivities going on here in Tucson during the weekend of the Canonization.I encourage Councils, Assemblies and brother knights to send donations to help with this historic celebration.  The Knights of Columbus has been very supportive of...

Read More

Saint Kateri Tekakwitha Canonization Celebrations

Brother Knights,Saint Kateri Tekakwitha is the first Native American Saint in North America and is a major icon within the Native American Catholic Community. Attached please find a flyer describing the festivities going on here in Tucson during the weekend of the Canonization.I encourage Councils, Assemblies and brother knights to send donations to help with this historic celebration.  The Knights of Columbus has been very supportive of...

Read More

OCTOBER: Score a Touchdown ADD 6 New Members

Brothers ALL:How many councils can score a touchdown? Yes, add SIX new members to their rosters this month?We’re confident that with the team spirit that exists among the councils, this should be an achievable goal.One of the reasons we’re asking the councils to focus on adding six members is because we have a challenge with retention. Brothers, we’re losing members for a couple of reasons. You know what the reasons are, I don’t need to reiterate...

Read More

OCTOBER: Score a Touchdown ADD 6 New Members

Brothers ALL:How many councils can score a touchdown? Yes, add SIX new members to their rosters this month?We’re confident that with the team spirit that exists among the councils, this should be an achievable goal.One of the reasons we’re asking the councils to focus on adding six members is because we have a challenge with retention. Brothers, we’re losing members for a couple of reasons. You know what the reasons are, I don’t need to reiterate...

Read More

40 Days for Life/Chandler Kick-Off Rally

Friends,Our 40 Days for Life Kickoff Event for Fall 2012 will be held on Sunday, September 23rd from 3:00 to 4:00 pm, at Harmony Hallows Park, located behind the Planned Parenthood Offices on Alma School Road.Harmony Hallows Park1082 W Galveston StreetChandler, AZ 85224Opening Prayer Vigil We are pleased to announce that we will have a guest speaker from Silent No-More, and a guest speaker from the Hope Mobile at our Kick-off Event. They will share with us the work they are doing to help repair the lives of individuals wounded by abortion, as well...

Read More

40 Days for Life/Chandler Kick-Off Rally

Friends,Our 40 Days for Life Kickoff Event for Fall 2012 will be held on Sunday, September 23rd from 3:00 to 4:00 pm, at Harmony Hallows Park, located behind the Planned Parenthood Offices on Alma School Road.Harmony Hallows Park1082 W Galveston StreetChandler, AZ 85224Opening Prayer Vigil We are pleased to announce that we will have a guest speaker from Silent No-More, and a guest speaker from the Hope Mobile at our Kick-off Event. They will share with us the work they are doing to help repair the lives of individuals wounded by abortion, as well...

Read More

Council 3121 - Pro Life Dinner - Chandler

The Knights of Columbus of Father Patterson Council #3121 are inviting you and your spouse to their 3rd Annual Right to Life Dinner and Auction, Saturday October 6, 2012. Tickets are $15 ea. This includes an Italian dinner prepared by Floridino's of Chandler. In addition, our main event is a live auction hosted by a highly entertaining professional auctioneer. There will be some great items up on the block and you will have lots of fun bidding on...

Read More

Council 3121 - Pro Life Dinner - Chandler

The Knights of Columbus of Father Patterson Council #3121 are inviting you and your spouse to their 3rd Annual Right to Life Dinner and Auction, Saturday October 6, 2012. Tickets are $15 ea. This includes an Italian dinner prepared by Floridino's of Chandler. In addition, our main event is a live auction hosted by a highly entertaining professional auctioneer. There will be some great items up on the block and you will have lots of fun bidding on...

Read More

National POW/MIA Recognition Day

National POW/MIA Recognition DayDear Friend of Church and Military,After more than a decade of war, our Nation has grown all too familiar with the grim scenes and stories from the front lines. You and I still shudder at the statistics of those killed or wounded. Upon reflection we cannot help but realize that each casualty and every wounded warrior represents not one, but many lives affected. His or her tragedy involves so many others—a spouse, parents,...

Read More

National POW/MIA Recognition Day

National POW/MIA Recognition DayDear Friend of Church and Military,After more than a decade of war, our Nation has grown all too familiar with the grim scenes and stories from the front lines. You and I still shudder at the statistics of those killed or wounded. Upon reflection we cannot help but realize that each casualty and every wounded warrior represents not one, but many lives affected. His or her tragedy involves so many others—a spouse, parents,...

Read More

Tootsie Rolls Needed

Brothers,If you have extra cases of Tootsie Rolls available (now, not after the PWID drive) please let us know.  There are a couple of councils who would like to buy them.Regards,Pete KarculiasPWID Directorskpeter@cox....

Read More

Council 12313 - Wayne Kubes passing

Brothers - It is with heavy heart that we announce the passing of Sir Knight Wayne Kubes. Wayne passed away Saturday morning after a lengthy illness.Wayne was deeply involved with the Knights over the years and he was instrumental in getting our very own council up and running. He served as Grand Knight for our council in fraternal year 2000 - 2001 and was also a past District Deputy. He will be missed by all. There will be a funeral mass on Saturday the 15th at St Bernard of Clairvaux - please keep your eyes open for additional emails in regards...

Read More

Council 12313 - Wayne Kubes passing

Brothers - It is with heavy heart that we announce the passing of Sir Knight Wayne Kubes. Wayne passed away Saturday morning after a lengthy illness.Wayne was deeply involved with the Knights over the years and he was instrumental in getting our very own council up and running. He served as Grand Knight for our council in fraternal year 2000 - 2001 and was also a past District Deputy. He will be missed by all. There will be a funeral mass on Saturday the 15th at St Bernard of Clairvaux - please keep your eyes open for additional emails in regards...

Read More

Council 10762 - Reachout Pregnancy Center

Congratulations to Tucson’s Reachout Pregnancy Center (Ms. Giovannini).  With a check from Supreme Council in the amount of $13,134.00, and the support of Council 10762, they have been able to purchase a new ultrasound machine.As Supreme Knight, Carl Anderson, stated in a letter to Reachout Pregnancy Center, Council 10762 and Bishop Kicanas, “ultrasound technology opens a window into the womb and dramatically shows the humanity of the unborn”.He also stated they are pleased to partner with the St. Pius X Council 10762 in purchasing a powerful...

Read More

Seminarian Updates

Congratulations to Brother Kurt Perera (Corpus Christi Council 10062) for being awarded a Bishop Thomas V. Daily Vocations Scholarship.Congratulations also to Brother Scott Sperry (Tempe Council 6627) for being awarded a Father Michael J. McGivney Vocations Scholarship.May the Holy Spirit continue to enlighten and guide each of you as you continue to follow your calling to the priesthood and please know that our prayers are with you.Bryant SayersState Dep...

Read More

Seminarian Updates

Congratulations to Brother Kurt Perera (Corpus Christi Council 10062) for being awarded a Bishop Thomas V. Daily Vocations Scholarship.Congratulations also to Brother Scott Sperry (Tempe Council 6627) for being awarded a Father Michael J. McGivney Vocations Scholarship.May the Holy Spirit continue to enlighten and guide each of you as you continue to follow your calling to the priesthood and please know that our prayers are with you.Bryant SayersState Dep...

Read More

Council 10762 - Reachout Pregnancy Center

Congratulations to Tucson’s Reachout Pregnancy Center (Ms. Giovannini).  With a check from Supreme Council in the amount of $13,134.00, and the support of Council 10762, they have been able to purchase a new ultrasound machine.As Supreme Knight, Carl Anderson, stated in a letter to Reachout Pregnancy Center, Council 10762 and Bishop Kicanas, “ultrasound technology opens a window into the womb and dramatically shows the humanity of the unborn”.He also stated they are pleased to partner with the St. Pius X Council 10762 in purchasing a powerful...

Read More

SVdP Request

SVdP.PDFBrothers,Please see the attached letter from the State Deputy.  This an urgent request.Vivat Jesus!Rick GarrisonKnights of ColumbusState Executive Secret...

Read More

SVdP Request

SVdP.PDFBrothers,Please see the attached letter from the State Deputy.  This an urgent request.Vivat Jesus!Rick GarrisonKnights of ColumbusState Executive Secret...

Read More

All Saints Council 9485 2nd Annual Knights Klassic Car Show

Knights Klassic Car Show October 27, 7:00 AM- 2:00 PM benifitting the Aid to Women Center in Tempe, AZ.http://www.kofc9485.com/Knights_Klassics/Enter_Your_Klassic.htmlPlease contact PGK PFN Cliff Richeson or our Webmaster SK Gordon Shirling with any additional questions.Peace, Tom SK Thomas Pickard GKKnights of ColumbusAll Saints Council 9485P.O. Box 21622Mesa, AZ 85...

Read More

All Saints Council 9485 2nd Annual Knights Klassic Car Show

Knights Klassic Car Show October 27, 7:00 AM- 2:00 PM benifitting the Aid to Women Center in Tempe, AZ.http://www.kofc9485.com/Knights_Klassics/Enter_Your_Klassic.htmlPlease contact PGK PFN Cliff Richeson or our Webmaster SK Gordon Shirling with any additional questions.Peace, Tom SK Thomas Pickard GKKnights of ColumbusAll Saints Council 9485P.O. Box 21622Mesa, AZ 85...

Read More

AZ Dist Master and PSD Michael Kingman Inteview onthe Bishop's Hour

Listen to Arizona Fourth Degree District Master, PSD Michael H. Kingman's interview by Michael Dixon on the Bishop's Hour for the Diocese of Phoenix. This originally aired during the week of Labor Day, but is available through the Diocesan website. Listen regularly to the Bishop's Hour through Immaculate Heart Radio 1310 AM at 11:00 a.m. on Mondays and an encore presentation at 9:00 p.m. each Thursday. In a couple of weeks, Former Supreme Master and PSD Larry Costanzo will be interviewed regarding the upcoming Arizona Rosary Celebration.  Click...

Read More

AZ Dist Master and PSD Michael Kingman Inteview onthe Bishop's Hour

Listen to Arizona Fourth Degree District Master, PSD Michael H. Kingman's interview by Michael Dixon on the Bishop's Hour for the Diocese of Phoenix. This originally aired during the week of Labor Day, but is available through the Diocesan website. Listen regularly to the Bishop's Hour through Immaculate Heart Radio 1310 AM at 11:00 a.m. on Mondays and an encore presentation at 9:00 p.m. each Thursday. In a couple of weeks, Former Supreme Master and PSD Larry Costanzo will be interviewed regarding the upcoming Arizona Rosary Celebration.  Click...

Read More

PWID Frys Permission Letter

2012 Frys Permission Letter.pdfBrothers,I have today received the attached letter from Fry’s acknowledging our permission to conduct store front fund raising for our PWID drive.If you are doing a drive at a Fry’s, please let me know your council number and the Fry’s store number.Vivat Jesus!Pete KarculiasPWID Directorskpeter@cox.net520-261-0...

Read More

PWID Drive at Fry's

Brothers,I know some of you have had concerns about conducting your PWID drive at the Fry’s locations. I spoke to the corporate offices today and they will send me a permission letter later today.  They will also send it to the individual stores.  However, be assured that we DO have permission to conduct our drive on Oct 5, 6, 7 at any Fry’s store in Arizona. Please do not call the corporate offices about this. Once I have the letter, I will have it sent out and posted on the web site.  At that time, you should visit the Fry’s store...

Read More