Month: November 2024

Past Grand Knight Bill Hoff receives the Knights of Columbus Star Council Award for the 2023-2024 fraternal year on behalf of the Council from District Deputy Joe Kramer.  Key members in the 2023-2024 fraternal year are shown in 2nd photo left to right; Membership Director Frank Standa, Program Director Jim Hickok (current Grand Knight), District Deputy Joe Kramer, and 2023-2024 Grand Knight Bill Hoff.

St Clare Knights of Columbus Council 9708 has now received this national award 5 times in the last 6 years.

The Star Council Award recognizes excellence in a Council’s Faith, Family, Community, and Life Programs, charitable outreach, excellence in membership growth, and promotion of insurance and fraternal benefits

Congratulations to Mike Proffitt who was named Knight of the Quarter for the 3rd Quarter of 2024.  Mike serves as the Knights Emergency Coordinator and was recognized for his outstanding efforts in assisting Brother Knights, their families, and St. Clare Parishioners during the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl.

The St. Clare Knights of Columbus and their spouses hosted a Parish Fellowship Breakfast on Sunday, Nov 10, 2024, after the 9 am mass.  The breakfast is scheduled every other month and the Knights begin serving at 9:30 am.  Plan to stop for future events after the 9:00 am Mass, or come prior to 11:00 am Mass. Enjoy visiting with family and friends while having a relaxing breakfast.  The Knights are happy to serve you, while you enjoy a great meal!

The Past Grand Knight Dinner was held on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at Tommy’s Seafood Restaurant.  Past Grand Knight Bill Hoff was honored for his service as Grand Knight for his third term during the 2023-24 fraternal year.  Current Grand Knight Jim Hickok summarized Bill’s many accomplishments during his tenures.

On November 2, 2024, the St. Clare Knights of Columbus donated $5,000 to the St. Clare School Tuition Assistance Program.  Pictured from left to right are; Frank Standa, Principal Nadia Canino, Fr. Vincent Nguyen, and Grand Knight Jim Hickok.