Men of the Parish! You are invited to join Knights of Columbus Msgr. George J. Breckel Council #4824 (Sacred Heart and St. Joe Parishes). Founded on the principles of charity, unity and fraternity, the Knights of Columbus was established in 1882 by Father Michael J. McGivney, assistant pastor of St. Mary's Church in New Haven, Conn., and a group of parishioners. The intent was to bring financial aid and assistance to the sick, disabled and needy members and their families. To learn more about the Knights, click here.

Click here for a summary of a recent Council #4824 meeting.

Upcoming activities and events:

September 10, 2024 -  Monthly meeting at 7:00 PM, preceded by the Rosary at 6:30 PM.
September 14, 2024 - Sell french fries/drinks at Milton Harvest Festival. September 21, 2024 - Parish Picnic at Spangler's Picnic Grove outside of New Berlin
September 23, 2024 - PA March for Life in Harrisburg
September 29, 2024 - 5th Sunday Rosary at St. George Church
October 8, 2024 - Deadline for selling/returning football raffle tickets

Council #4824 participates in multiple fund-raising and philanthropic activities throughout the year including:

• Award of an annual $1,000 academic scholarship to a graduating high school senior or attendee at an institution of higher learning. Additional details and the application form can be found here. Applications are accepted in April/May and the scholarship is awarded in June.

• Annual Coat Drive held in November, ending prior to the beginning of Advent.

• Preparing and serving a meal at one of the monthly Parish Friendship Luncheons.

• Preparing and serving a meal at one fall and one spring Catholic Campus Ministry Thursday evening dinner at Bucknell University's Newman House.

• Collecting donations for the Special Olympics.

• Preparing/serving food at various Parish sponsored functions.

• Selling french fries and drinks at local community activities, including the Milton Harvest Festival.

• Selling pierogies prior to the Super Bowl.

• Selling football raffle tickets with 10 weekly prizes of $3,000. Benefits both the State and our local Council. Contact any Council member or complete the below form to receive more details or purchase one or more of the $10 ticket(s). More information on the raffle can be found here. Tickets are on sale until October 8, 2024.

If you would like more details on how you can join and participate with our Council please fill out the below form or contact any Knights of Columbus officer or brother. You can join the Knights of Columbus on-line and get your first year of membership for free by following this link. A listing of our local Council Officers is provided here.