COMMODORE JOHN BARRY COUNCIL 2544, DUNELLEN, NJ

We are Catholic men. We live by principles formed by faith. We are sons, husbands, fathers, and grandfathers. Join us and get involved. Join, and perhaps you will discover the man God calls you to be. Begin a family legacy of charity and service to others.

                Knights lead with faith.

                Knights protect our families.

                Knights serve those in need.

Apply by going to KofC.org. Click JOIN. Be sure to enter 2544 as your preferred council.

The following men took the Degree of Charity-Unity-Fraternity on November 12. We welcome them as new brother Knights. Congratulations Nicholas Christian, Franklin Uche, Jonathan Frank, John Velez, Ryan Maharaj, and Carlos Ballesteros.

GIVE US 24 HOURS

Knights of Columbus Council 2544 is very busy with a number of service projects, parish activities, and community activities. In just the past six years, we have raised and donated more than $60,000 to our churches and other charities. In addition to money, we give our time. We are the first call when our pastors need manpower for a special project or parish activity. We are proud of all the things we accomplished during this period and on a year to year basis. In each of the last two Fraternal years, our council was awarded with the prestigious Star Council Award. This is the first time in over 20 years that we received this recognition. 

In spite of our successes, we need your help. New ideas, youthful energy, time, and talent needs to come from within our organization.

The title at the top of this page is GIVE US 24 HOURS. I understand that so many have young families, stressful jobs, and many daily life challenges that require a time commitment. We are not asking anyone to commit to everything we do. The 24 hour concept means that over the course of a year, give 24 hours to our council in any number of ways. For example:

• Attend 6 meetings over the course of the year = 6 hours
• Collect money before and after the Mass you attend for our Right to Life Rose Drive and/or our Special Needs drives = 2 hours
• Attend and perhaps lead a decade of the Holy Rosary at one of our Holy Hours = 1 hour
• Set up and tear down for the OLF Parish Picnic = 2 hours

These are just a few examples. There are many other projects not shown here where brothers can contribute time and talent. Please, consider how you can give us 24 hours over the course of one year. Pick a project or cause that is near and dear to you. Send me an email to us, koc2544_dunellen@yahoo.com if you would like to join us, ask questions, or discuss possible membership further. Catholic men over the age of 18 are welcome to join.