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Fall 2024 Virtual Meeting
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Fall 2024 Virtual Meeting

A virtual meeting was held this morning. The agenda and slides from the meeting can be found below. Agenda Slides - Download as PDF / View in Google Slides Minutes from this 2024 Fall Regional Meeting (held Virtually):
Sleep in Heavenly Peace
Community, News

Sleep in Heavenly Peace

Knights from 4 different Councils across North Alabama from Districts 11 and 20 participated in building beds for needy citizens on August 23, 2024. This project is led by the Organization "Sleep in Heavenly Peace", a national organization who has provided 61,080 beds across the US. However, there are 161,613 beds needed! Please consider donating and/or volunteering at another event near you! For more information, please visit https://shpbeds.org/.
Member Billing Basics – August 29
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Member Billing Basics – August 29

August 29, 2024 7:00 PM CT In this training, we will cover the financial management of the members and of the council. By discussing edits to all aspects of dues, vouchers and receipts, you will learn how to enter member dues and print membership cards, as well as all the necessary transactions relating to receipts and all the bills relating to vouchers. We will also explore the Print Center and Email Tool with lots of helpful tips and examples. Register You may also be interested in On Demand Training.
Member Management Basics – August 27
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Member Management Basics – August 27

August 27, 2024 7:00 PM CT In this training, we will discuss completing Council Administration tasks and edits to member information, including personal, fraternal, family and interests. You will learn to update the officers, directors and chairmen for the current and next Fraternal Years. We will also explore the Print Center and Email Tool with lots of helpful tips and examples. Register You may also be interested in On Demand Training.
Council Annual Program Planning – August 21
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Council Annual Program Planning – August 21

August 21, 2024 7:00 PM CT This webinar will discuss the operational advantages that come with planning programs on an annual basis. Brother Knights will be made fully aware of the tools and resources offered by Supreme to help councils put forth quality programs each Fraternal Year. Register You may also be interested in On Demand Training.
Working With Your Pastor – August 20
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Working With Your Pastor – August 20

August 20, 2024 9:00 PM CT We will discuss the relationship between the Pastor and the Council. One of the identities we hold as Knights of Columbus is the ‘Strong right arm of the Church.’ This speaks to the necessity of building strong relationships with our pastors, so that we can assist them in strengthening and growing parish communities. In this session we will examine why we need each other, how to work together towards common goals, and how to build strong communication. Register You may also be interested in On Demand Training.
Council Recovery Program – August 19
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Council Recovery Program – August 19

August 19, 2024 7:00 PM CT The Council Recovery Program (CRP) provides councils with the knowledge and tools that will allow them to resume normal operations after a time of inactivity. The CRP will show councils how to inspire members and parishioners and to become reengaged with their parish and community. The CRP gives councils a basic framework that can be modified and built upon to fit their local needs. Register You may also be interested in On Demand Training.
2024 Organizational and District Deputy Kickoff Meeting Materials
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2024 Organizational and District Deputy Kickoff Meeting Materials

2023 Organizational Meeting Minutes - (not yet available) District Deputy Meeting Agenda - View Organizational Meeting Agenda - View Greeting from the Supreme Knight - Watch Video District Deputy Meeting Slides - Download as PDF / View in Google Slides Organizational Meeting Slides - Download as PDF / View in Google Slides
Grand Knight Training Part Three – July 24
Council Officers, News, Training

Grand Knight Training Part Three – July 24

July 24, 2024 7:00 PM CT This is the final part of our Grand Knight Training. The webcast will focus on operations and tips on conducting successful and productive meetings. We will once again provide you with the resources needed to empower all Grand Knights to become successful leaders. Register You may also be interested in On Demand Training including the first two parts of this series.
Seminarian’s Dinner in Dothan
Faith, News

Seminarian’s Dinner in Dothan

Knights of Columbus Council 6727 at St. Columba Parish in Dothan held its annual seminarian dinner at the parish on July 12 to financially support 15 seminarians of the Archdiocese of Mobile. Following an initial gathering and social hour, Master of Ceremonies Chris Hart welcomed guests and dignitaries, including Archbishop Thomas J. Rodi, keynote speaker Tom Riello and area clergy. St. Columba pastor Fr. Jim Dane gave the blessing before the meal. Following Archbishop Rodi’s introduction of the seminarians, Archdiocese of Mobile Vocations Director Fr. Patrick Gilbreath briefly discussed his idea for the “25 for 25” prayer intention. He is personally praying for 25 seminarians in the year 2025 and will also invite parishes to do so. Also in attendance were St. Columba Parish Par...