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VOLUME 113 December 5, 2024 | KOFC.ORG/FORMEMBERS

Join us on Tuesday, December 10th, at 8:00 PM ET for an informative fraternal webinar entitled How to Start Cor: Foundation, Structure & Team.



Building off the previous webinar, Building Christ Centered Brotherhood, we will take a look at setting a firm foundation for the future of Cor for your council and parish, building a leadership team, and the basics to start Cor that will ensure consistency and long term engagement.



And remember, if you can't join us live, it will be available on-demand afterwards. There is still time to sign-up to ensure you get the link for this important webinar. Click on the button below to register.

We have created new resources webpages to assist State Officers and District Deputies in successfully launching new councils and revitalizing at risk councils.

The New Council Resources page outlines the process for starting a new council, plus provides valuable information to guide councils through their first year of operation. This page can be accessed directly at kofc.org/newcouncil.

The resources found on the Council Revitalization page are grouped to provide valuable information to support council leadership, encourage recruitment and increase council activity. This page can be accessed directly at kofc.org/revitalization.

If you have any questions, please reach out to fraternalmission@kofc.org. 

As we reach the midpoint of the fraternal year, take some time for online training! Conducted by experienced Fraternal Trainers, these hour-long sessions provide practical guidance and useful tips to enhance your skills and keep your council running successfully.

Register for upcoming online sessions by clicking on the links below.

Even more sessions have been recorded and are available to watch on demand! Trainings are archived after each live session, and can be found in our library of on demand training.

Note: All Times are Eastern

December 10, 2024 8:00 PM....Transitioning from Online to Council Membership

December 11, 2024 10:00 PM..Grand Knight Advanced Training

December 17, 2024 8:00 PM....Membership Retention

District Deputy

• Verify your councils have submitted forms 185, 365 and 1295. These are the minimum requirements for a healthy and sustainable council.
• Schedule your district midyear meeting. This should be held as soon as possible after your jurisdiction midyear meeting. Our recommended agenda will ensure your meeting is effective and efficient. 

District Deputy Webinar: Preparing for Your District Midyear Meeting

Join us tonight, December 5th, at 8:00 PM ET for a special webinar just for District Deputies.

This webinar is designed to help you make your district midyear meeting successful. We will present helpful suggestions and great tips to make this meeting useful to all of the councils within your district. We also highlight how you can share powerful suggestions during your meeting that will help your councils finish the current year strong and be exceptionally well prepared for the next fraternal year.

Note that this webinar will include ample time for live Q&A from attendees. You won’t want to miss it.



And remember, if you can't join us live, it will be available on-demand afterwards. There is still time to sign-up to ensure you get the link for this important webinar. Click on the button below to register.

Grand Knight

• Start making plans to attend your district midyear meeting and ensure that all of your key council officers are able to attend.
• Appoint a committee to work with the Financial Secretary on updating member contact information. It is essential that a council have a valid phone number and email address for every member on the roster. Use personal contacts, parish directories, internet searches, etc. to help gather the information.
• If your council’s accounting period ends June 30, then November 15 was the deadline to submit the proper IRS Form 990 (US Councils only). Ensure that this paperwork was filed.

Financial Secretary

• The Member Billing section of Officers Online provides an easy and cost-effective way for councils to process dues assessments. Your council can save time and money by using this tool. Learn more by watching our short tutorials.
• Send the Individual Member Worksheet (#1728A) to council members for reporting their volunteer hours and charitable donations made during the year on behalf of your council. This information is necessary for completion of the Annual Survey of Fraternal Activity (#1728) due January 31.

Fourth Degree

• District Master quarterly training will be on January 27, 2025 at 8:00 PM EST: "Preparation for the NEW Fourth Degree Exemplification."
• District Masters can email any questions to: Michael J. Porter, 4th Degree Director of Training: MJPKNIGHT9282@AOL.COM

Global Wheelchair Mission 

Working with the Global Wheelchair Mission is the perfect opportunity to involve the entire parish in a Knights of Columbus program. One way to get people involved in donating to this program is through “Wheelchair Sunday.” Using the steps provided in the guidebook will help you receive donations for this program and give more people a chance to get around. To learn more about Wheelchair Sunday, please visit wheelchair-Sunday-booklet.pdf.

Support ASAP (Aid and Support After Pregnancy)

Help to build a culture of life in America by supporting mothers and their children through ASAP. Over $1.5 million has been donated to pregnancy centers and maternity homes this fraternal year! For every $500 your council donates, Supreme will donate another $100 (up to $400). To learn how your council can participate and find a local pregnancy resource center to support, visit kofc.org/asap.  

National March for Life

The schedule for the National March for Life on January 24, 2025 in Washington, D.C., is now available. Click here to view the event list and information on organizing bus trips and lodging. In addition, Supreme is seeking volunteers to help distribute signs for the March for Life on that day from 9am - 12pm. Any amount of time you can volunteer is welcome! Participants will receive free K of C apparel.  Click here to sign up!

Is your Diocese or Parish planning to attend the National March for Life in Washington, DC? Let them know that all are invited to join the Knights of Columbus, the Sisters of Life, and the Diocese of Arlington at EagleBank Arena on Jan. 23 and 24 for Life Fest. Details and Tickets can be found at lifefestrally.com.  

Catholic men are hungry for purpose, community, spiritual formation and brotherhood. Will you give them the gift of an invitation to join the Knights of Columbus? 

To help you extend that welcome, we have the perfect gift for prospective Knights this Advent and Christmas: Vivat Jesus 2025. 



Click below to purchase Vivat Jesus in English, Spanish or French. Or if you prefer to purchase in bulk, you can get a discount by purchasing through Supplies Online.

Remember, being a Fisher of Men is not just about numbers. It’s about mission. By giving Vivat Jesus 2025 to a prospective member, you’re part of expanding our mission.

You’re invited to a celebration commemorating the 125th anniversary of the Fourth Degree. Join us Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City as we hold an Exemplification of the Fourth Degree; dedicate a new statue of Blessed Michael McGivney; and attend Mass concelebrated by Cardinal Timothy Dolan, archbishop of New York, and Archbishop William Lori, our Worthy Supreme Chaplain and archbishop of Baltimore. Following the events at St. Patrick’s Cathedral, you’re invited to a celebration banquet at the New York Hilton Midtown.

On this milestone day, we will conduct, for the first time, the revised U.S. Fourth Degree Exemplification. This is an exciting opportunity for Fourth Degree members to witness the updated ceremony and for current Third Degree members to take the Patriotic Degree. Please extend this invitation to Fourth and Third degree members in your council and help us make this celebration one to remember!



You can find more details, including ticket cost and travel information, on the event website. We can’t wait to see you at this historic event!

The Knights of Columbus Fraternal Mission Department has fantastic job opportunities. Visit https://careers.kofc.org/ to find one that matches your skills and goals.

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