Congratulations to the St. Clare Knights of Columbus who were recently named the Winner of the 2022 International Life Award! The award was based on the Council’s work in expanding the Loving Choice Pregnancy Center by 50% in Spring, TX and Parish wide baby shower drives.

The award was presented to the Council at the 140th Knights of Columbus Supreme Convention (Aug 1-4, 2022) at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, TN.  Countries attending included the US (all states), Canada, Cuba, Dominican Republic, France, Guam, Mexico, Philippines, Poland, Puerto Rico, South Korea, and Ukraine.  The Knights thank the entire Parish for their continued support!

Pictured Left to Right: Past State Deputy Alfredo Vela and wife Rosa, Current State Deputy Terry Fruge’ and wife Beth, Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly and wife Vanessa, Past Grand Knight Bill Hoff and wife Mabel.
Pictured Left to Right: Grand Knight Luis Zepeda, Life Director John Soisson, and Past Grand Knight Bill Hoff

From Awards Guide:
LIFE PROGRAMS
St. Clare of Assisi Council 9708
Pregnancy Center Expansion and Item Drive
Council 9708 provided labor and supplies to help a Catholic pregnancy resource center expand its space by 50%, allowing the staff to accommodate more clients and provide parenting classes and an area for baby supplies and other items.  The Council replaced and upgraded electrical outlets; painted rooms, a hallway and doors; and built custom cabinets.  A member also donated his company’s crew for 2.5 weeks to install flooring, baseboards and extend a wall.  Seminarians also stopped by during the project to assist and offer support.  Along with their work, the Knights donated $2,500 in baby items collected from their parish, and a check for $6,500.  In total, the Knights gave more than $10,000 in donations, materials and labor.