Knights of Columbus
Who are the Knights of Columbus?
The Knights of Columbus were founded in 1882 and have 1.8 million members worldwide. It is a fraternal order of Catholic men dedicated to the ideals of Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism. The Knights serve the Church through charitable community works and a wide variety of activities and events to bolster St Michael’s strong sense of community as well as assist other ministries.
Membership
Membership is open to any practicing Catholic gentleman who is in union with the Holy See and who is at least 18 years of age.
The Knights are a great opportunity to get together with other men in the parish, form new friendships, share family experiences and deepen our faith. We volunteer our time and talents for the good of the parish as the Spirit moves us.
Your time commitment is totally voluntary.
St Michael Knights of Columbus
Father Lawrence Carroll Council #8636 serves St. Michael Catholic Community. Our Council is growing with approximately 100 members.
We congratulate Grace Schamber, who was awarded an Alberta/Northwest Territories State scholarship. Grace is enrolled at Ambose University. We are proud to support our youth and pray for Grace’s success.
Grand Knight Larry Wagner presenting a $900 cheque donation to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Knights of Columbus presenting a cheque for St. Michael’s Sunday coffee fellowship.
Events
Recent events here at St. Michael include:
- Pancake Breakfasts (various, including Stampede breakfast)
- St. Michaelfest Dinner
- Altar Serving
- Christmas Hampers
- Parish Spaghetti Dinner
- Knights Picnic
- Knights Bowling
- Prison Release Program
- Church Clean Up
- New Parishioner Welcome
- Retreat Sponsorship
- Participation in city, regional, and provincial Knights events
Meetings
Meetings are open to any member of the Knights of Columbus and are scheduled as follows:
General Meetings
Second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm.
Contact: Larry Wagner at 403-249-0423 ext. 115
Additional Links
The following websites provide additional information:
- Supreme Council: www.kofc.org
- Alberta Council: www.kofc.ab.ca
- K of C Membership Booklet
- Everyday Heroes: a documentary on the heroic witness of our brother Knights (Check out the trailer below and watch the full documentary on FORMED).