February Webinar: Council Focus Areas for the Next Four Months | |
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Join us on Thursday, February 22nd at 8:00 PM EST, for an informative fraternal webinar entitled Council Focus Areas for the Next Four Months.
In this webinar, we will share with you where your Council's focus should be for the final four months of the Fraternal Year. We will cover essential information your council needs to be successful in growth, programs and administrative tasks as you attempt to make Star Council.
And remember, if you can't join us live, it will be available on-demand afterwards. Be sure to sign-up to ensure you get the link for this important webinar. Click on the button below to register.
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Important Reminders for Fraternal Leaders | |
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District Deputy
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The Semiannual Council Audit Report (#1295) is due today, February 15. Remind your councils of the deadline and confirm that any that who have not submitted it will do so as soon as possible.
- For Founders’ Day – March 29 – coordinate a district wide Exemplification of Charity, Unity, and Fraternity during the month of March. Invite attendees to bring donations for a local pregnancy resource center, food bank, or homeless shelter.
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Grand Knight
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The Semiannual Council Audit Report (#1295) is due today, February 15. If you have not already done so, please submit this form.
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Review the Supreme Advocate’s guidelines for the presentation of resolutions at state and supreme council meetings. Contact your State Advocate for more information on Jurisdiction specific procedures.
- Ask each member of your council to invite a prospect to the next council activity.
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Fourth Degree
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Quarterly District Master training will continue on Monday April 22, 2024 at 8:00 PM EST. We will discuss end of Fraternal Year planning (award applications, making sure forms are submitted, preparing for the next Fraternal Year) and our continued build up to the 4th Degree's 125th Anniversary in February of 2025. Please call or email me with any questions: Michael J. Porter, 4th Degree Director of Training: MJPKNIGHT9282@AOL.COM
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Online training sessions provide in-depth instruction on topics important to Fraternal Leaders, including essential information about council officer responsibilities, council administration and operations, and district and state duties. All training is available to watch on demand after the live viewing. On demand training can be found at kofc.org/training, or you can register for upcoming online sessions by clicking on the links below.
Note: All Times are Eastern
February 20, 2024, 8:00 PM.......Recruitment
February 21, 2024, 8:00 PM.......Activity Drives
March 5, 2024, 8:00 PM.............Transitioning From Online to Council Membership
March 12, 2024, 8:00 PM...........Council Officer Basic Training
March 14, 2024, 8:00 PM...........Preparing and Hosting Council Elections
March 18, 2024, 8:00 PM...........Conducting Church Drives
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Celebrate St. Joseph with the Pilgrim Icon!
Since 1979, 22 million people have participated in 175,000 prayer services featuring a K of C Pilgrim Icon. The Feast of St. Joseph is March 19th, and the feast of St. Joseph the Worker is May 1st. Consecrate your council to St. Joseph, host a St. Joseph Prayer service or watch the documentary about his life through this popular program. To reserve time with the icon, contact your State Pilgrim Icon Chairmen. Be sure to report your participation through the online Fraternal Programs Report Form (#10784).
Resources are available at kofc.org/saintjoseph.
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Applications for Knights of Columbus scholarships awarded for the upcoming academic year are available now through March 15th. For more information, visit kofc.org/scholarships. | |
Pray for Peace - Ukraine Novena Starts Today! | |
As we mark the two-year anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, we invite you to join us in praying a novena for all those affected by the war. The novena was written by a Ukrainian young adult and friend of the Order and offers a moving perspective of the ways our suffering brothers and sisters in Ukraine need our prayer. Click the image to view the Intro Video for the Novena for Peace in Ukraine | |
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Since the end of February 2022, Knights around the world have worked tirelessly to help the victims of war, who include not only women and children, but our own brother Knights. In the spirit of Blessed Michael McGivney, we continue to help those affected by praying for peace and delivering essential supplies. Learn more by visiting www.kofc.org/ukraine. There, you'll find resources - including the daily novena prayers - plus more impact stories and video content. | |
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Share Our Faith-Filled Finances Story
As a fraternal leader you know that through the Knights of Columbus you have access to financial products and services. Make sure that your members and your parishioners know this too.
Share the information below through your parish bulletin, on your council website and through your council emails or newsletter.
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Live Your Faith Through Your Financial Decisions
Grounded in Catholic Faith, Knights of Columbus offers access to financial products and services. When you insure your families, invest with integrity, and give generously with us, you’ll work to ensure that your financial decisions protect human life, promote human dignity and enhance the common good.
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Employment Opportunities | |
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The Knights of Columbus Fraternal Mission Department has a fantastic job opportunity. Please feel free to forward to any members who may be qualified:
Coordinator of Hispanic Program Engagement
The Coordinator of Hispanic Program Engagement will coordinate the development and implementation of Hispanic programs, initiatives and special events. The coordinator assists with all aspects of Hispanic programming and engagement including communications, resource development, and operations and administration.
The ideal candidate for this position is a college graduate and member of the Knights of Columbus. Experience as a council officer is desirable. Fluency in Spanish is required, both oral and written, as is a deep understanding of Hispanic-American and Hispanic-Immigrant cultures. The position is hybrid (remote Monday and Friday, in the office Tuesday – Thursday) and located at the Supreme Council Headquarters in New Haven, Connecticut.
Click HERE for more information and to apply.
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Thank you for your service to the Order. If you have any questions or suggestions during your term, please email fraternalmission@kofc.org | | | | |
