About Our Council

Our Mission

We empower Catholic Men to live their faith - at home, in their parish, at work, and in their community.

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Who We Are

We are Catholic Men striving to strengthen our families and communities in faith, to strengthen family bonds, to protect those who can’t protect themselves and to serve those who need help – whether they are next door or halfway around the world. We do it to be better Husbands, Fathers, Sons, Neighbors and Catholics. We put our faith into action – that’s who we are.

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Interested in Becoming a Member?

We need more men like you to join our global brotherhood now more than ever. Join today for a FREE year of membership in the Knights of Columbus. Take advantage of this offer now. Take it from us: Becoming a Knight will transform your life in amazing ways! To join, contact: Fred Kerner at kofc11208@gmail.com or join directly at kofc.org

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Faith Programs

Our goal is to strengthen the men of St Brendan and their families in the Catholic faith.  Formation in our faith goes beyond mere facts or religious practice to an authentic connection with a loving God and his son Jesus Christ. 

• Men's Annual Retreat - The St. Brendan Knights of Columbus sponsor an annual weekend retreat in May at the Spiritual Center of Maria Stein in Maria Stein, Ohio. The retreat is open to all men of the parish whether a member of the Knights or not. The Retreat is led by a religious spiritual director, usually a priest.
• Faith Sharing Study - The St. Brendan’s Men’s Ministry offers group Faith sharing programs throughout the year, open to all men of the parish. Smaller table discussion study group meets during an early morning weekday and a larger Saturday morning group. While not a Knights of Columbus sponsored program, members of the Knights frequently volunteer to serve as group discussion leaders.
• Rosary - We encourage devotion to our Blessed Mother, the patroness of our Order. The Knights of Columbus lead the recitation of the rosary immediately following the Saturday morning 8:00 a.m. All families with their children are encouraged to join us.  Each year the Knights also provide rosaries to RCIA candidates.
• Support Our Seminarians (SOS) - Supporting our seminarians both with prayers and financial assitance in their priestly formation process is important for the success of the seminarians and future of our Catholic Church. The Knights do periodic collections for the benefit of our Seminarians under the Support our Seminarians (SOS) program.
• Christmas Cards for Seminarians - Council members send out religious themed Christmas cards, along with gift cards to all seminarians in the Diocese.
• Pilgrim Icon Program - Every few years, the Knights of Columbus selects an icon of a saint whose patronage is particularly inspiring to Knights and their communities. These icons travel from council to council and serve as the centerpieces for prayer services in parishes. Most recently, an icon of St Joseph came to St Brendan during Lent of 2023 for a prayer service.
• Serving the Universal Church - While many Council projects serve the needs of our local communities, as a world-wide organization, we stand ready to serve Jesus Christ in the needs of the poorest of the poor anywhere in the world.

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Family Programs

Knights of Columbus founder Father Michael McGivney’s vision was to strengthen family bonds in his parish and the Knights of Columbus. The St Brendan Knights are committed to designing programs with the goal of making his vision a reality.

• Family Movie Nights - The St. Brendan Knights sponsor a free parish movie series of religious themed movies, to help reinforce traditional Christian values. Snacks and water or soft drinks will be provided for free. Movies will be shown after the Saturday 5:30 PM mass.   Movie titles and dates will be published in the parish bulletin.
• Ladies Appreciation Dinner - Our Council programs would not succeed without ongoing support and encouragement of the wives and significant others of our members. Many ladies also assist us in various programs throughout the year. An appreciation dinner is held annually at a fine dining restaurant. Member pays for the cost of his meal, but dinners for the ladies are paid for by our Council.
• Trunk or Treat - The Knights of Columbus donate and serve hot dogs, and chips for this popular parish Halloween event for children. The Knights also volunteer with parking, event set-up and clean up.
• Annual Family Christmas Party - All members and their families are invited. There is no cost for event. The Knights donate a main dish. Santa Claus pays a visit to the children. Families are free to bring a side dish or desert.
• Family Breakfast - As part of our service to the church and to foster a sense of community, the Knights also sponsor annual or semi-annual family breakfasts after all the Sunday morning masses. All parishioners are invited to this free event.

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Community Programs

Knights are called to serve others.  Charity, the first guiding principle of our Order, compels us to action. It is the basis of all we do; at home with our families and in our communities.

• "Measure Up" - St. Brendan Knights of Columbus conduct annual “Measure Up” street collection in early May. 100% of donations are used by local and state organizations to support programs and services for people with developmental disabilities. For the past several years our Council has elected to use funds collected to support Special Olympics Ohio.
• Special Olympics Summer Games - The St. Brendan Knights have volunteered for over 37 years at the games held annually in June on the Ohio State University campus. The Knights sponsor a board game that the athletes can enjoy in the athlete’s village between their event competitions.
• Coats for Kids - This is one of our signature Council programs. New winter coats, hats and gloves are purchased for children in need. Coats are distributed annually to various local and state agencies such as Hilliard JOIN, Bishop Griffin Resource Center, and St. Francis Center in Portsmouth, OH.
• Red Cross Blood Drives - You can help ensure that an ample supply of the lifesaving gift of blood will be available wherever and whenever the need arises, by participating in St. Brendan Knights of Columbus sponsored Red Cross Blood Drives. These drives are generally held periodically. Dates are announced in the parish bulletin and ParishStaq.
• Food Bank Support - Council Members volunteer as a group (generally quarterly) to work at the Mid-Ohio Food Bank pantry. In addition, many members volunteer their time individually at local Food Banks and Meals on Wheels and other charitable community programs serving the needy.
• Veteran Support - A Veteran’s Appreciation Reception is held annually in November. A meal is prepared or furnished by the Knights. A program speaker or other activity is included. Our Council also supports our 4^th degree Assembly in periodically collecting/donating personal care items for Vets at the VA hospital, as well as gifts for VA Christmas party.
• Supporting our Church and School Community - Supporting our pastor and parish is one of the cornerstones of our activity. Our Council continues to make monthly cash donations to the Parish “One Campaign” Building fund. Donations are also made to the school’s annual silent auction fundraiser.

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Life Programs

The Knights of Columbus is dedicated to programs supporting the sanctity of life from conception to death.

• 40 Days for Life - Members of the Knights conduct prayer vigils in front of abortion facilities during the annual 40 days for Life campaign held in April and October each year.
• Respect for Life Fundraising Events - Our Council sponsors a table at annual fundraising events for Pregnancy Decision Health Center and the Greater Columbus Right to Life. These banquet/national pro-life speaker events are free for members to attend. A freewill donation at end of evening is encouraged.
• Supporting Women's Care Centers - Our Council supports local pro-life Women’s Care center programs such as:
  • Fundraising for purchase of ultra sound machines
  • Conducting "Baby Showers" to provide monetary support and newborn supplies to in-need mothers and their babies through the Women's Care Centers.
  • The Knights of Columbus has developed a new initiative called (ASAP) Aid and Support After Pregnancy to strengthen KofC assistance for pregnancy resource centers and maternity homes. The website links below explain the program in more detail.
• National March for Life - Each January, near the anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision, our council participates in the national Right to Life march as a form of peaceful demonstration against abortion. Pro-life advocates gather to listen to dynamic speakers and music, celebrate Holy Mass, and spend time in eucharistic adoration.

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