Alabama State Council Knights of Columbus

5Feb

By Joe Flaherty, PSDNo Comments

News

State Convention April 22-24, 2022

Here are the links to the is the 2022 Alabama State Convention Packet and Registration forms and online registration. All councils should be represented at the convention. There are significant costs associated with putting on this required event. The hotel requires we guarantee so many room nights therefore it is very important that they plan on staying at the hotel. Please help us encourage them to solicit ads for the program. Sell $1000 worth of ad space and we'll reimburse them for one room night.

12Oct

By Ryan MarksNo Comments

News

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

22Aug

By Ryan MarksNo Comments

News, Training

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.

20Aug

By Ryan MarksNo Comments

News, Training

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

14Aug

By Ryan MarksNo Comments

News, Training

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.

13Aug

By Ryan MarksNo Comments

News, Training

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.

12Aug

By Ryan MarksNo Comments

News, Training

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.

FY2024-2025 Intellectual Disabilities Campaign

2Aug

By Ryan MarksNo Comments

Life

FY2024-2025 Intellectual Disabilities Campaign

FY 2024-2025 Milestone Dates August 19, 2024Tootsie Rolls, if used, should be ordered by the Council before this date to ensure timely delivery. Place your order using the Tootsie Roll Order Form. September 9, 2024 Publicity photo should be taken. If soliciting on street corners; police department should be notified of campaign date(s) and their permission received. If soliciting at stores; managers' permission to stand outside entrance should be requested. Send out donation request letters to local businesses. September 16, 2024Contact your Council members and other volunteers who will help with your campaign in order to set up work dates, times and duration, and location. Send a newspaper article about your upcoming campaign with a publicity photo to your local paper. October 12-13,...

2024 Organizational and District Deputy Kickoff Meeting Materials

19Jul

By Ryan MarksNo Comments

News

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

17Jul

By Ryan MarksNo Comments

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.

Creating and Using Council Budgets – July 23

16Jul

By Ryan MarksNo Comments

Council Officers, Financial Secretaries, News, Training

Creating and Using Council Budgets – July 23

July 23, 2024 9:00 PM CT Does your Council spend money? Is a lot of time during Council meetings devoted to navigating council expenditures? Does your Council use an annual budget? Learn how to work with the financial officers of the council to analyze, build, and operate an annual council budget, to reduce time during meetings and prevent overspending. Discover best practices to improve financial management, troubleshoot problems, and find the resources and tools that are available to assist your council in its budgeting efforts. Register You may also be interested in On Demand Training.