Program Service Personnel Training Is Scheduled for August 22nd!
Come one, come all, Brother Knights!If you’re interested in learning how to become an outstanding council leader, this training is for you! We will be hosting six dynamic training sessions designed to strengthen your leadership skills and help your council achieve STAR Council:1) Membership & Retention Director2) Program Director3) Faith Director4) Family Director5) Life Director6) Community & FamilyContinue Reading
August 2026 Update from the Diocesan Chair
Greetings on behalf of our Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly and our State Deputy Lloyd Reinkensmeier. In August, Councils are preparing for programming, charities, and membership. Review your membership goals, prepare your program calendar, and let’s commit once again to meet Council State Charitable Goals and to attain Star Council statusContinue Reading
July 2026 Message from the Diocesan Chair
Greetings on behalf of our Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly and our State Deputy Lloyd Reinkensmeier! In July, Councils are preparing for programming, charities, and membership. Review your membership goals, prepare your program calendar, and let’s commit once again to meet Council State Charitable Goals and to attain Star Council statusContinue Reading
Grand Knight Training – Part 1
Attention New and Returning Grand Knights Mark your calendars and plan to attend the first session of this two‑part training series. This session will provide the essential information you need to successfully launch the new fraternal year. We will focus on the key guidance, updates, and expectations that will helpContinue Reading
Membership Message From D Thurman for December!
Brothers all, There are several ways to approach increasing membership. Here are two ways that I havefound successful in bringing in new members. Both of these strategies involve being an activemember in your parish life and getting to know your parish family members. We put a lot ofstock in organizingContinue Reading
December Founders Award Update From ADC Chris Simon
As we approach the mid-point of the fraternal year, councils should hopefully have at least one (1) Fraternal Benefit Event (FBE) completed through Field Agent presentation or webinar. If you are looking to complete an FBE soon: Earn the Founder’s Award is one of the three requirements for Star Council.Continue Reading
Bishop Ronald Hicks appointed Archbishop of New York!
Worthies All! Please help me to Congratulate his Excellency Bishop Hicks on his new appointment as the 11th Archbishop of New York! Archbishop-designate Hicks will be installed on Friday, February 6, 2026, at St. Patrick’s Cathedral. “I have been deeply blessed to serve the people of the Diocese of Joliet,” BishopContinue Reading
Membership Update for October 2025!
Worthy Brothers, often I am asked what is the key to getting catholic men to join the Knights ofColumbus. My response to this question is this: I truly believe that what the Knights have tooffer is essential to the church and the community we serve. Often, that is followed withContinue Reading
October 2025 Update from the Diocesan Chair
As we progress through the fraternal year, October is an important month for our councils. Here are a few things to consider for this month. Forms & Compliance Safe Environment Compliance Charity Spotlight for ID! Joliet Chapter Programming There are 12 coats per case, of various sizes ($283.38 per caseContinue Reading