Hello Brothers,

Please join us at our next business meeting on:

Thursday, November 9

8 PM

Food and fellowship will follow, as always. Looking forward to seeing you all tomorrow!

Worthy Recorder, PGK Steve Merschen, was awarded the Council 486 Knight of the Month for his outstanding efforts, planning, and successful execution of the Global Wheelchair Mission program. Steve's hard work leading up to the delivery of the wheelchairs and his dedication to the retired priests of the Archdiocese of New York is a shining example of the charity and service for which the Knight of Columbus organization stands. Great job, Steve -- and thank you to all those who assisted with the pickup and delivery of the wheelchairs.

The St. Joseph's Christmas Bazaar will be held this Saturday, November 11, from 9 AM to 3 PM. Those organizing the event have asked for volunteers to assist with setup and cleanup. If you're available and willing to lend your time on Saturday, please let me know or contact Worthy PGK Kevin St. Pierre.

Lastly, CONGRATULATIONS to all Council Officers installed for the 2023-24 Columbian year. And a HUGE thank you again to Lisa Bedoski for catering the delicious food and for providing our council and families with an incredible Officer Installation reception!

Blessed Fr. Michael J. McGivney, pray for us.

Vivat Jesus,

Jonathan Geissler, GK

Global Wheelchair Mission

Led by Council 486 October Knight of the Month, PGK Steve Merschen, 12 wheelchairs were donated and delivered to the Saint John Vianney Clergy Residence in the Bronx. Our council was featured in The Good Newsroom. See the article here!

Orange County Life Chain

On Sunday, October 1, members of our council stood in peaceful, prayerful public witness alongside our brothers and sisters at the 2023 Orange County Life Chain.

Questioning God When Bad Things Happen

Fr. Mark-Mary encourages us to acknowledge that we often subject God to scrutiny in our thoughts and hearts. We find ourselves in a perpetual evaluation of his goodness and authenticity when facing daily challenges.

Crash Course in Virtue Ethics with Brian Holdsworth

How do we not lose hope when trying to build virtue?





The Mission of the Family

The Knights of Columbus have just released a video series called Into the Breach: The Mission of the Family. The series aims to proclaim the beauty, truth, and goodness of the Catholic vision of marriage and family life in the modern world.

Medal of Honor Recipient a Knight of Over Six Decades

Colonel Walter Joseph (“Joe”) Marm is a retired US Army Veteran, having served his country for 30 years. During his service in Vietnam, he fought in the Battle of Ia Drang, where he was wounded in action. In recognition of his courage in the battle, Joe was awarded the Medal of Honor. Inspired by his father who was the Grand Knight of their local council, Joe has been a proud Knight of Columbus for over 60 years.

“Charity is that with which no man is lost, and without which no man is saved.”

Saint Charles Borromeo

(Feast Day: November 4)

Blessed Mother Statue Restoration

Kudos to Worthy Trustee John Maney, living by the words of 1 Peter 4:10-11:

"As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as faithful stewards of God’s grace ... in order that in everything, God may be glorified through Jesus Christ. To Him belong glory and dominion forever and ever."

John restored this Blessed Mother statue for Linda Geissler (Worthy GK Jonathan's mother). John, may our Lord and Mother Mary reward you for your incredible work.