From the inception of Camp Shriver in the 1960s, the Knights of Columbus have maintained a distinctive partnership with the Special Olympics, aiding disabled athletes in training and competing globally. The Knights have supported every facet of the program, from fundraising to nourishing the athletes, coordinating and judging events, to providing equipment and awards. The participants' ability to train and compete in cherished events hinges on the Knights' support.

In the most recent Polar Plunge, the Virginia Knights exceeded $1,000,000 in fundraising since 2013, a milestone unmatched by any other organization or sponsor. Our commitment is steadfast to support our family members and Virginia neighbors with intellectual disabilities, advocating for their inclusion in all areas of life.

Your generous donation today is greatly appreciated in supporting the Inclusion Revolution.

Bishop Keating Council 12434 Polar Plunge Donation Page

Annual Dues Payment Council 12434 ($40.00)

Donation for Vocations Council 12434 ($4.25)

Message from Worthy Grand Knight (7/20/2024)

Hello Worthy Brother Knights,

I'm pleased to be serving as your Grand Knight for this Fraternal Year. I know we'll be successful and enjoy our time together! Our next event is the Outdoor Rosary Saturday, June 27th at 4:30 in front of (or in) the church weather permitting. We'll need five knights to set up for that at 4:00. Then, Saturday (7/27) and Sunday (7/28) after all masses we'll be performing Blue Bag Distribution for the St. Matthew food pantry. We'll need three Knights per mass for that. Please let me know if you can attend or support either of those events or if you have any questions.

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God bless everyone!

Vivat Jesus,
Mike

Michael Bruso, Grand Knight, Bishop Keating Council 12434
Knights of Columbus
Saint Matthew Catholic Church
Spotsylvania, Virginia
Cell: 703-309-8147
Email: bkc12434mtb@gmail.com

Fathers Cilinski Assembly #3568

Installation of Officers Ceremony 2024-2025

Bishop Keating Council #12434

Installation of Officers Ceremony 2024-2025

The Fathers Cilinski Assembly Honor Guard (June 2024)

Congratulations to the Elected Officers for Fraternal Year 2024-2025!

Grand Knight: Michael Bruso

Deputy Grand Knight: James Buck

Chaplain: Rev. Paul Eversole

Financial Secretary: John Morris, PGK

Chancellor: Mark Buck

Warden: Don Revetta

Recorder: Ryan Pysher, PGK, PFN

Treasurer: Don Carlson

Advocate: Joe Liposky, PGK

Three Year Trustee: Curtis Klugh, PGK

Two Year Trustee: Robert Kennedy, PFN

One Year Trustee: Al Ptasznik, PGK

Inside Guard: Bob Martinkovic

Outside Guard: Mike Lansden

Work Camp (Youth Ministry) Support - Making Sandwiches (June 26th, 2024)

Worthy Brothers,

Our parish has been asked to help make sandwiches (PB&J or cheese) for the teens and volunteers. St Matthew's will need to make over 150 sandwiches to support the event. I'm looking for Brother Knights to support our parish's efforts. Volunteer information is as follows:

Date: Wednesday, 26 June
Time: 9-12am
Location: St Matthew's Parish Center
Contact the parish office if you're able to help

Please pray for the teens and all participants in the event. This can be a life changing event for the teens and adult volunteers, so prayers are critically important. Work Camp is from 22-28 June.

Congratulations to Brother Mark Buck Exemplified at St. Jude Church (February 19th, 2024)

Bishop Keating Council Lenten Fish Fry and Soup Supper (February 16th, 2024)

Thank You for all of our Brother Knights who volunteered for our Lenten Fish Fry to "kick-off" the Lenten Season.

It was a very successful event serving our parish, engaging in fellowship, building fraternal relationships, and

closing the night in prayer at Stations of the Cross and Mass.

Sir Knights of The Fathers Cilinski Assembly #3568  participating in Religious Freedom Day

Parade in Downtown Fredericksburg, VA (January 14th, 2024)

Congratulation's to our Newly Admitted Brother Knights!

January 11th, 2024

Worthy Brother Knights,

I'm pleased to announce the following Brother Knights were admitted to the Bishop John R. Keating Council via ballot at our January 2024 Council Meeting:

Mark Buck

Matthew Hamilton

Stuart Lunsford

Donald Revetta

Norbert Ryan

Please give them each a warm welcome to our Council. We look forward to meeting each of you and practicing our faith with the principals of Charity, Unity and Fraternity guiding us!

Fraternally,

Ryan

Ryan E. Pysher, PGK, PFN
Recorder, Membership Director, and Evangelization and Faith Formation Director
Bishop John R. Keating Council #12434
Email: ryan.pysher@gmail.com
Cell: (814) 935-9764