COUNCIL INFORMATION
Who We Are
Father Louis Anthony Sigman
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Council 16277
Our Domestic Church Father Louis Anthony Sigman Knights of Columbus is a fraternal organization of Catholic gentlemen, with strong ties to our holy Church. Our Brothers graciously provide volunteer power, to help strengthen our Church while offering members and their families to grow in the faith. Through the sponsoring of Church-related activities, the members of the Knights of Columbus continue to show that we are the strong right arm of the Church. Our Council and as Knights, our faith is our foundation. We support religious outreach, promote vocations, and provide financial support for our seminarians. In this way, we help support St. Juan Diego of Chandler and strengthen our personal faith.
Knights in Action. Faith in Action.
The Knights of Columbus offers men a place to lead their families and communities in faith and service and put their Faith into Action. Knights of Columbus members, parishes, and families have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference
FAITH
Grow in faith and build a strong parish and Church. Aid priests and religious in formation, honor Mary, mother of God, and engage in serious spiritual reflections and religious education activities.
Into the Breach – In his apostolic exhortation Into the Breach, Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted outlines the challenges faced by men of faith in the world today. Into the Breach is a call to battle for Catholic men which urges them to wholeheartedly embrace masculine virtues in a world in crisis. By reading and discussing Bishop Olmsted’s inspirational words and accompanying study guide, councils will prayerfully examine the enormous breach in the battle line that lies before them. In doing so, they will begin to devise a personal plan of spiritual battle.
Help of Persecuted Christians in the Middle East (Spring 2020)
Refund Support Vocations Program - Our council Fr, Louis Sigman stands in solidarity with our priests and religious. Through this program, council, and parish families we raise funds yearly to support 6 local seminarians. Though financial support is vitally important, it is not the only aspect of RSVP. Councils are also called to provide their “adopted” seminarian or religious aspirant with moral support and prayers for their success.
Rosary Program – With Our “Fifth Sunday Program,” we promote devotion to the rosary in families and parishes by scheduling regular rosary prayer services.
Sacramental Gifts Spiritual Reflection - Under the guidance of our fellow knight and chaplain, Father Dan McBride
We bring spirituality to our monthly meetings.
FAMILY
Strengthen families through faith and service. Socialize and pray with other faith-filled Catholic families through special events, religious services, and volunteer opportunities.
Consecration to the Holy Family
LIFE
Create a culture of life. Assist pregnant women in need, care for the elderly, aid the handicapped and empower those with special needs to realize their full potential.
Mass for People with Special Needs (Spring 2022)
Special Olympics - The Knights of Columbus has a unique partnership with Arizona Special Olympics and we help
disabled athletes train for and compete in games around the state of Arizona. Knights of Columbus councils have assisted with all aspects of the program from fundraising to feeding the athletes, organizing and judging events, and providing equipment and awards.
COMMUNITY
Make a powerful difference in your community. Help those less fortunate with the basic human needs of clothing, shelter, mobility, and compassion.
Coats for Kids / Change to Mattress for Kids (St. Peters Mission on the Reservation) fall 2019
Free Throw Basketball & Soccer Challenge Championship
CHURCH
Other support our Brothers provide to St. Juan Diego Church.
Support for our Pastor, Clergy and Deacons
- Volunteer all Church Ministry’s
- Church Set-up / Picnic Support / Priest Appreciation Dinner
- Sick / Shut-in Visits (Goodwill and Communion Distribution)
- Blood Drive
- Assenting Our Church as Ushers, EM’s Lectures, Pastoral Council, Religious Education
- Visit Sick, and Bereaved
Joining our council does not mean that you need to sacrifice quality time with your family. By volunteering an hour here or an hour there - with your family - can make an enormous difference in your life and in the lives of others. If you’re interested in helping those in need in your parish and community, strengthening your parish and your familial relationships, growing in your faith. Membership in the Knights of Columbus is open to men 18 years of age or older who are practical (that is, practicing) Catholics in union with the Holy See. This means that an applicant or member accepts the teaching authority of the Catholic Church on matters of faith and morals, aspires to live in accord with the precepts of the Catholic Church, and is in good standing in the Catholic Church.
To join the Knights of Columbus and sign up for any of the above programs, or if you have ideas for new programs or need more information about the time commitment, please Contact Alan Lightfoot – Membership Coordination ALANLIGHTFOOT10@GMAIL.COM
Our Council meeting* on First Monday of the Month
Located at
3200 S Cooper Rd. Chandler, AZ 85225 in the St. Juan Diego Chapel
*(Must be a member to attend)