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IN MEMORIAM
SK Enrico R. "Rick" Megaro - 1962-2025
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It is with heavy hearts that we remember Brother Rick Megaro, who passed away on April 11th. His funeral Mass was held on Monday, April 21st, at St. Kevin Church. A link to his obituary can be found at the link below.
Rick became a valued member of our council in 2006 when Grand Knight John Kearney issued a call during Sunday masses, inviting men to join the Knights of Columbus. Without hesitation, Rick answered that call, immersing himself in service and leadership. He went on to serve as Grand Knight from July 1, 2009, to June 30, 2011, and continued his unwavering dedication as a trustee and membership chairman.
A proud 4th-degree Knight, Rick was also an active member of Cardinal Dougherty Assembly. His contributions to Our Lady of Lourdes Council and St. Kevin Parish were immeasurable, and his presence will be deeply missed. Rest in peace, Rick. Your legacy of faith, commitment, and service will endure. https://paganofuneralhome.com/tribute/details/2741/Enrico-Megaro/obituary.html
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Congratulations Jack Caramanico!!! International Free Throw Champion-Boys Age 13!!!
A huge congratulations to Jack Caramanico for being recognized as the Boys Age 13 Free Throw Championship International Winner by our Supreme Council on May 12, 2025! Jack's achievement is truly remarkable—he stands as the sole International winner from Pennsylvania this year and the first-ever International champion from our Council. His dedication and skill have set a new standard of excellence for our Free Throw Championship.
You can access the official press release from PA State Council Free Throw Championship chairman Kelly Brown by clicking here.
Well done, Jack! Council 4500 is incredibly proud of you and your accomplishment!
Mother's Day Flower Give-away
To celebrate and give thanks for mothers, Our Lady of Lourdes Council shared a heartfelt gesture at St. Kevin on Sunday, May 11th, during the Mother's Day masses. Recognizing that motherhood is a beautiful reflection of God's divine love, members of the council honored attending mothers by gifting them carnations. Nearly 300 flowers were distributed, serving as a small but meaningful token of appreciation for their love and devotion.
Council Supports St. Kevin’s Annual May Procession
Our council was again honored to support St. Kevin's annual May procession on Sunday, May 4th, providing refreshments for all in attendance. As parishioners gathered after the 11:00am mass to celebrate this tradition, the Knights provided coffee, water, pretzels, and donuts. We remain dedicated to supporting St. Kevin parish and those activities that bring our parishioners together in faith.
H.O.P.E. Event Held on April 28th
Council 4500's annual H.O.P.E. Gift Card Event took place on Monday, April 28th, at the Springfield Ale House, and it was a tremendous success! Thanks to the generosity of attendees, over $1,500 in gift cards were collected to support the St. Kevin Helping Our Parishioners in Emergencies (H.O.P.E.) program. The Knights extend their sincere gratitude to everyone who participated and contributed to this effort. Your support truly makes a difference!
Lenten Food Drive
Our Lady of Lourdes Council, together with the St. Kevin PREP Program and the Ridley Park United Methodist Church Food Pantry, conducted a Lenten Food Drive on Sunday, March 23rd. Donations were split between the Holy Cross Food Pantry and the Ridley Park United Methodist Church Food Pantry. It was estimated that over 2500 pounds of food and other items were collected. Thank you to all who donated and made this event a great success! Below is a link to an article about the food drive that was published in the March 26th issue of The Spirit, a weekly newspaper covering Delaware County and West/Southwest Philadelphia.
https://myspiritnews.com/articles/delaware-county-news/the-knights-rode-in-with-food-donations/
Council Provides Support for Vocations
Our Lady of Lourdes Council is proud to support the future leaders of our faith and recently awarded $500 each to two deserving seminarians. This contribution reflects our commitment to fostering vocations and helping these dedicated individuals as they journey toward the priesthood. We wish them continued success and blessings in their studies and service to the Church. Pictured below from left to right are Treasurer, Bill Bell; Grand Knight, Mike Kelley; and seminarians Joshua Pisano and Jeremy Puntel.
Springfield St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Our Lady of Lourdes council participated in the Springfield St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday, March 15th. The council showcased our spirit and celebrated with our community by handing out candy and beads. A great time was had by all!
Next Meeting: Thursday, June 12th at 7:00pm. Food and beverages at 6:30pm. Meeting will be held at the home of Mike Mattox, 648 Buttonwood Dr., Springfield, PA
For more information about our council and its activities, click here.