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Recruitment Incentive
Earn $50 every time you bring a new man into the Maryland Jurisdiction!
This incentive celebrates Knights who step forward, extend the invitation, and help grow our brotherhood. Each new member you recruit puts another $50 in your pocket—and strengthens our mission in a meaningful way.
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April Bingo Night
POPE JOHN PAUL THE GREAT COUNCIL # 13859
At OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE PARISH
Next Bingo Night - Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Our Lady Queen of Peace – Parish Hall
Doors Open 5:30pm
Bingo starts around 6:30pm
Proceeds Benefit KOC Fundraising Projects
Admission price of $20.00 include:
New 9 Card Package - 17 regular games and 4 Specials
Early Bird and Quickie games available for separate purchase
More cards and all your Bingo supplies are available for additional purchase.
Diner and Intermission Social: $10 pot Luck and Drink
Our Lady Queen of Peace – Parish Hall
10003 Bird River Road
(Between Ebenezer and Middle River Roads)
Questions by email: mkahl58@comcast.net and phone 443-676-6460
Polka Dance & Polish Dinner
Polka Dance & Polish Dinner
Where: Our Lady Queen of Peace Church
When: Sunday, June 7th, 2026
Time: 2pm – 6pm
Polka Dance Instruction Begins @ 1pm
Tickets: $40
Music by: TKO Band
Special Performance by: Ojczyzna Polish Folk Song & Dance Ensemble
Dinner Menu (All Homemade) - Pierogi, Stuffed Cabbage,
Polish Sausage & Sauerkraut
Dessert — Chrusciki & Banana Bread
For tickets contact Jim Jozwiak via text to 443-824-4860 or call Isabelle @ 410-686-3085
Little Sisters of the Poor
Supporting the Little Sisters of the Poor in 2026 is a vital way for our Council to live out the core Knights of Columbus principles of Charity and Unity. Known affectionately as the "Big Brothers" to the Sisters, KofC has a longstanding history of standing with those serve the elderly poor with dignity.
Why Support the Little Sisters
- A Vulnerable Mission: The Sisters rely entirely on God’s Providence and the "goodness of others" to sustain their homes. They follow a mendicant (begging) tradition, meaning they have no endowment and must raise nearly 40% of their operating costs through ongoing donations.
- Defending a Culture of Life: Supporting the Sisters is a powerful pro-life action. They provide "life to natural death" care, ensuring that the elderly and dying are never alone and are treated with the respect they deserve as children of God.
- Historical Partnership: In 2016, the KofC presented the Little Sisters with our highest honor, the Gaudium et Spes Award, for their witness to the Gospel and their courageous defense of religious liberty.
How You Can Help in 2026
The Sisters have an immediate and ongoing need for practical supplies to care for their Residents.
- Material Donations: items from website list, including:
- Food Staples: Individual pudding/fruit cups, coffee pods, and tea bags.
- Hygiene Items: Unscented body wash, shampoo, and mouthwash.
- Household Supplies: Paper products, laundry detergent, and batteries.
- Financial Support: Cash donations are always welcome and allow the Sisters flexibility to meet urgent medical or facility needs.
Call to Action: Please visit the https://littlesistersofthepoorbaltimore.org/
Reverend Father Elmer J. Putsche Scholarship
Scholarship Flyer (Click Here)
Scholarship Application (Click Here)
This $500.00 needs-based scholarship is intended to help individuals requiring financial assistance with post-secondary education (college, university, trade, vocational or apprenticeship) as well as job training, certificated programs, tools, and or materials required to acquire or maintain gainful employment. This scholarship will be administered by the Knights of Columbus, St. John Paul the Great Council, #13859.
Opening Date: Sunday, August 3, 2025 - Closing Date: Sunday, September 14, 2025
Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant is a permanent resident within 25 miles of the 21220-zip code and/or within the vicinity of Our Lady Queen of Peace Roman Catholic Church in Middle River, MD.
2. Applicant is pursuing post-secondary education (college, university, trade, vocational or apprenticeship) or job training, certificated programs or is in need of tools, and/or materials required to acquire or maintain gainful employment.
3. Scholarship can be awarded to applicants currently matriculating within an institution of learning, regardless of location, provided the applicant can provide matriculation documents and is in good academic standing with the institution.
4. Scholarship is intended for academic/professional financial needs only and should not be used for personal needs, such as rent, medical, food, etc., or other living expenses.
5. Applicant can reapply on an annual basis; however, readmission is determined by the Scholarship Committee.
6. Applicant shall submit a completed application via postal mail or email. Applications submitted by mail/email must be post marked/time stamped no later than September 14, 2025.
7. Applicants are not required to be a Knight of Columbus or affiliated with the Knights of Columbus organization.
All interested applicants should request a scholarship application in writing to info@kofc13859.org.
Scholarships Available to Catholic School Students
Gossman Application (Click Here)
O'Brien Application (Click Here)
The Maryland State Council of the Knights of Columbus is the sponsor of several High School scholarships for its members and for Catholic Students in general. Below is the complete information on these scholarships and information regarding eligibility for scholarship awards. Awards may be applied to tuition payments only. Additional opportunities are available through the Supreme Council Scholarship Programs at: Scholarships for College Students | Knights of Columbus (kofc.org)
The Maryland State Council of the Knights of Columbus is the sponsor of several High School scholarships for its members and for Catholic Students in general. Below is the complete information on these scholarships and information regarding eligibility for scholarship awards. Awards may be applied to tuition payments only.
Application period is from October 1, 2022 to February 1, 2023. All applications must be received in their entirety by the Scholarship Committee no later than February 1, 2023. Scholarship information and application information is included below (preferred) or write to: Maryland State Council Knights of Columbus Scholarship Committee P.O. Box 1468, Bowie, MD 20717.
The Frederick M. Gossman Memorial High School Scholarship
Designed to assist members of the Knights of Columbus holding membership in councils within the jurisdiction of Maryland in paying tuition for their sons and daughters at accredited Catholic High Schools, three (3) grants of $1,500.00 per year for up to four years, and one (1) additional grant of $1,500.00 per year for up to four years funded by the Maryland Knights of Columbus Insurance Advisors, will be awarded. Awards will be made on the basis of academic excellence, personal qualifications, and financial need. Continued support after the first year is contingent on continued academic success. The children of deceased members are also eligible, provided the member was in good standing at the time of death. Funds are applicable to tuition only. Applications and requirements are available at the following link: Frederick M (kofc-md.org)
The William J. O’Brien Jr., Memorial Catholic High School Scholarship
Three (3) grants of $1,500.00 per year for up to four years will be awarded. Eligibility for a grant under this program is open to Catholic students who are residents of the State of Maryland. Affiliation with the Knights of Columbus is not required. However, children and grandchildren of a member of a Knights of Columbus council within the jurisdiction of Maryland are also eligible. Applicants must have been officially accepted at or must be students at accredited Catholic High Schools. Applications will be judged on academic excellence, personal qualifications, and financial need. Continued support after the first year is contingent on continued academic success. Funds are applicable to tuition only. Applications and requirements are available at the following link: William J (kofc-md.org)
Council Donates Wreath During Memorial Day Ceremony
Knights of our council participated in the Memorial Day ceremony at Holly Hill Memorial Gardens and donated a wreath to our fallen veterans. Several Knights were in attendance. See photos in the gallery.
Our Council Wins the Columbian Award for 2021-2022!
Worthy Grand Knight,
Congratulations!
We have completed the evaluation of your application and are pleased to announce that your council has earned the Columbian Award for the 2021-2022 fraternal year.
**The below content is for informational purposes only. If your council has already met the other requirements for Star Council, you do not need to read any further**
Your council is one step closer to earning Star Council. Details can be found here.
The membership quota for the Father McGivney Award is 5% net increase in the council’s membership as of July 1, 2021 (minimum of three and maximum of twenty).
To earn this award your council must host two approved Fraternal Benefit Seminars, in conjunction with your General Agent or Field Agent. If a council adequately promotes and participates in the event, they may submit the Fraternal Benefit Seminar Form (#11077)to their General Agent within 30 days of the event. All forms are due at the Supreme Office by June 30.
Additionally, the council must submit its Annual Survey of Fraternal Activity (#1728) and Service Program Personnel Report (#365).
*To be eligible for the Star Council Award in the United States and/or Canada, councils must be fully compliant with applicable safe environment requirements*
Keep the momentum going and finish the year strong.
Contact FraternalMission@kofc.org with any questions.
Vivat Jesus!
Fraternal Mission Department
Zandra Radford
Council Services Coordinator
Fraternal Operations
Knights of Columbus
One Columbus Plaza
New Haven, CT 06510
O: 203-752-4270
Record Setting Bingo Night!
Our parish bingo night set records this week! With a total turn out of 162, that is more than we have ever had in attendance. With that, the council profited over $2700.00! An excellent job by all volunteers! Let's keep up the good work!
Baby Bottle Campaign a Huge Success!
Our annual baby bottle campaign raised over $4000 dollars for the Center for Pregnancy Concerns! Excellent job to all of the parish members and knights who participated! Any a big thanks to brother Rick and brother Tim for organizing and counting.
$2751.82 in Coins
$700 in Checks
$610 in Cash
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$4,086.82 Total
