Alabama State Council Knights of Columbus

15Sep

By Chris KariganNo Comments

Family of the Month

August 2025 Families of the Month

Worthy Grand Knights and Family Directors, Congratulations to the Williams Family of Madison Alabama.(Gregory and Jane). Council 10232, our 2024/2025 Council of the Year (Large Council) has shown us how to be successful. Promote your families and recognize their effort when good comes around. 9 of 70 councils are engaged in this 2 point 'Family of the Month' program. Not too late, submit for July, Aug, and then September, if you want to catch up. Submissions for Sep received by 15 OCT will allow you to be in competition for the Winner for Alabama for the month of September. 3 of 4 Councils from District 11 and 2 of three councils from District 20. Nice effort to these councils and District Deputies! Thank you to these fi...

15Aug

By Chris KariganNo Comments

Family of the Month

July 2025 Families of the Month

Worthy Grand Knights and Family Directors, Family Directors, this one's for you. The attachment indicates the councils that participated in the Jul 2025 'Family of the Month' Program (submissions were due by 15 Aug 2025). Congratulations to the Kenneth T. Friedrich family and Council 10354 for the submission. Remember, 12 months of submission is what gets you 2 points on your SP7 along with the annual Family of the Year. If you submit by the 15th of the following month the family is entered into a drawing for Supreme recognition and a gift. The attached councils made the cut. You may still submit for Jul - Jun 2026 even if you are outside of the window, but may not be considered for the Gift. My point is, go back and submit for July if you have ...

2025 Organizational and District Deputy Kickoff Meeting Materials

25Jul

By Ryan MarksNo Comments

News

2025 Organizational and District Deputy Kickoff Meeting Materials

2024 Organizational Meeting Minutes - Published on Jan 3, 2025 District Deputy Meeting Agenda - View Organizational Meeting Agenda - View District Deputy Meeting Slides - Download as PDF / View in Google Slides Organizational Meeting Slides - Download as PDF / View in Google Slides

20Jul

By Chris KariganNo Comments

Family of the Month

June 2025 Families of the Month

Worthy Grand Knights and Family Directors, Congratulations to the 'Family of the Month' for June 2025: Dean Kirk Family (Council 8696) Always exciting to identify deserving families within the great state of Alabama. This program is your opportunity to support your membership and possibly receive Supreme level recognition. Thanks again and you can always catch up on missed months, but you must submit by the 15th of the following month to be entered into the drawing for the Alabama 'Family of the Month'. Get it submitted via Form 10784! Michael E, Weist, FDM, FDD, PGK, PFNProgram Director - Alabama State Council256-684-1214 kofcmweist@gmail.com Alabama_-_June_-_Family_of_the_Month_ReportDownload

February 2025 – May 2025 Families of the Month

14Jul

By Chris KariganNo Comments

Family of the Month

February 2025 – May 2025 Families of the Month

Worthy Grand Knights and Family Directors, Congratulations to each 'Family of the Month' for February 2025 through May 2025: February 2025 - Jeremy S. Adams Family (Council 10354)March 2025 - Robin Lemaster Family (Council 11672)April 2025 - Matthew Schroeder Family (Council 4083)Mary 2025 - Teresa Warner Family (Council 11480) Always exciting to identify deserving families within the great state of Alabama. This program is your opportunity to support your membership and possibly receive Supreme level recognition. Thanks again and you can always catch up on missed months, but you must submit by the 15th of the following month to be entered into the drawing for the Alabama 'Family of the Month'. Get it submitted via Form 10784! Michael E, Weist, FDM, F...

5Apr

By Chris KariganNo Comments

Life, News

“Pass the Hat” and Support ASAP

Supreme is initiating a 'PASS the HAT' Incentive designed to support our local 'Aid and Support After Pregnancy' (ASAP) programs. Pass the Hat officially begins 1 April and runs through 31 May 2025 so you have time - You might even start now. This is a 'Life' based 'Faith in Action Program' and can support your SP-7 development. PROCESS - Collect personal and council donations, present a check to the State Council and rack up 2 quick points for your SP-7 (ASAP - Life - Faith in Action). All councils that participate can report as a Features Program and help a new mother along the way. ASAP grant applications for “pass the hat” contributions are not allowed under the State's 'PASS the ...

24Mar

By Chris KariganNo Comments

News

2025 Convention Meeting Materials

Here are the materials for the State Convention to be held Saturday, April 5, 2025. Minutes from 2024 Convention 121st State Convention - Atmore, AL - April 20, 2024 2025 Convention Agenda Alabama 122nd State Convention Agenda - Atmore, AL - April 5, 2025 State Pin Order Form Alabama State Knights of Columbus Pins Available! - $3 each for up to 24, or $2 each for 25 or more! Reports of Committees, Chairmen, & Directors (to be updated after meeting/as received - some 2024 reports shown) Resolutions & Bylaws Committee & Recommended State Bylaws (Current) Audit Committee Report St. Joseph Icon Itinerary Special Olympics Report Report Forms Director Report Pilgrim Icon Keep Christ in Christmas Report Keep Christ in Christmas Poster Con...

24Mar

By Chris KariganNo Comments

Council Officers, News, Training

April Fraternal Training Courses

April 1, 2025 7:00 PM | Advertising Council Events This webinar will be looking at methods where councils can use newsletters, church bulletins and social media to inform the community of an upcoming event and thank them for attending. We will also work on what information will attract positive attention to your messages. Register ----------------------------------------------------------------- April 2, 2025 9:00 PM | Preparing for and Conducting Council Elections The election of officers is an important milestone in a council’s annual cycle. In this session we will look at procedures and best practices for planning, organizing, and conducting Council Elections. In addition, we will cover hosting elections during in-person and virtual/hybrid meetings. Register ------...

17Mar

By Chris KariganNo Comments

Family of the Month

January 2025 Family of the Month

Worthy Grand Knights and Family Directors, Congratulations to the Steven Huffman family, Council 3568, Gadsden as the Alabama State 'Family of the Month' for January 2025. Always exciting to identify deserving families within the great state of Alabama. As a state we have stayed above 10 submissions monthly, thank you for that. This program is your opportunity to support your membership and possibly receive Supreme level recognition. Thanks again and you can always catch up on missed months, but you must submit by the 15th of the following month to be entered into the drawing for the Alabama 'Family of the Month'. Get it submitted via Form 10784! Michael E, Weist, FDM, FDD, PGK, PFNProgram Director - Alabama State Council256-684-1214 kofcmweist@gmail.c...

Best Practices for Council Fundraising – March 26th

17Mar

By Chris KariganNo Comments

Council Officers, News, Training

Best Practices for Council Fundraising – March 26th

March 26, 2025 9:00 PM CT The aim of this session is to help council leaders navigate the planning and implementation of successful fundraising opportunities. We'll consider best practices, council circumstances, practical examples and even review some virtual payment options councils can adopt. Register now to join us on March 26th at 10:00 PM ESTIf you can't join us live, the webinar will be available afterwards to watch on-demand at your convenience - sign up now to ensure you get the link for this important webinar. Register You may also be interested in On Demand Training for other modules.