Patriotic Rosary
There were 36 Knights, wives, and friends at the Rosary, – organized by Al Tokoly.
The leaders for each of the mysteries did a very emotional reading for the history of our country in each, along with leading the prayers.
Coffee and donuts provided by the Knights for fellowship after.
The event was well received and compliments on the Patriotic Rosary presentation.
50/50 Money
Paul Aquino and Al Tokoly put the 50/50 $$$$ collected at our social meetings to good use . They ordered 36 cases of various non food items to be donated to the Sacred Heart Food Pantry at St.Mary’s . The list follows 😂
- 9 cs.Brillo cleaner in spray btls.
- 9 cs.Briillo all purpose cleaner
- 5cs. Brillo Dish Soap
- 2cs. White Rain body wash
- 2cs. White Rain classic lotion
- 2cs. White Rain men’s lotion
- 2cs. Baby wipes
- 3cs. Medicated body powder
- 2cs. Baby oil
For a total of 36 cases coming to $570.00 ! Thanks to everyone who “played ” the 50/50 and Thank You to Justin Teets ,the Manager at Al’s on South Franklin for all his help with this order .
Message from the Grand Knight
It looks like Spring has finally arrived but since it is Northwest Indiana that can change at any time. Days are getting longer, and we are blessed with more of Gods sunshine to warm us as we move through these beautiful days. Easter has arrived and now we move towards Ascension which commemorates Jesus’ bodily ascension into heaven. It marks the end of His earthly mission and the preparation for the Holy Spirit’s coming.
The 2025 Annual Knights of Columbus Fish Fries has been completed, and it has been another successful year. The Fish Fry Team led by Al Tokoly has done a great job of putting this project together and delivering wonderful meals for all who were able to participate. The 2025 Annual Mother’s Day Flower Sale is just around the corner, May 9th and 10th at the corner of Woodland and Barker across from the Queen of All Saints Church. And then we move into summer with the Port A Pit Chicken sale day, Father’s Day weekend and Cluck and Oink in August. Thanks to everyone who supports the Knights of Columbus 12951, Queen of All Saints and St. Mary’s Church, and Queen of All Saints School along with other community projects.
As I write my last Grand Knight message for 2024-2025, I wanted to say how thankful I am for being able to work with such a wonderful group of Catholic Gentlemen and Ladies. It has been an honor to say the least. I could not ask for a greater group of Knights to partner up with as we continue to move forward with our Blessed Father Michael J. McGivney and his mission to help those in need. His (and ours) mission of Charity, Unity, and Fraternity has only gotten stronger over time and as Knights we will make it even stronger moving forward. The 2024-2025 Election will be taking place soon and I am stepping down as Grand Knight. I have taken on a formation journey that requires much more time and effort and trying to juggle being Grand Knight and continuing to move forward with this formation journey makes it very difficult to give 100% to both endeavors so I am stepping away (for now). With this being said I am asking for your prayers as I continue to move forward with this journey and for the incoming Grand Knight. I am confident that the next Grand Knight will continue the mission of our council serving our parishes, school, and parish communities. Thank you for your support and prayers while serving as Grand Knight and beyond.
I want to thank my wife, Lady Becky, for her support for me and this council. Her tireless efforts, work ethic, and supporting ideas have made my Grand Knight tour much more pleasant and I cannot thank her enough.
If you are or know of any Catholic Gentlemen who attends mass regularly and is of good standing in the church, ask them to join our council. They can sign up online (easiest way) or by application. If you have any questions, please contact any council member. The link below highlights the benefits of being a Knight of Columbus! https://www.kofc.org/en/who-we-are/about-membership/benefits-of-membership.html.
As Knights we are called to “To follow Christ”!
God Bless all of you. Be safe! Vivat Jesus! (Jesus Lives!)
Bruce Garwood, Grand Knight
