Families are the foundation of society and are at the core of the Knights of Columbus. With this in mind, councils regularly sponsor activities that allow families to spend time together in volunteer activities, faith initiatives and social events. In addition, the Knights of Columbus regularly recognizes the importance of the family and outstanding families. In addition, since its beginnings, the Order has always stood ready to help protect the widows and orphans of its members.
As Knights of Columbus, we are interested in the continuing development of strong, vibrant families throughout our order. To further this theme and recognize families of this type, each council is asked to select a “Family of the Month” during the twelve months of each fraternal year.
Knights of Columbus Family Week (Aug. 10 to 16) is a special opportunity for our Order to celebrate and emphasize the importance of the family through programs that support the Church and the Parish, and unite Knights and Squires with their families and the community at large. These programs should be fun and enjoyable for all, but also meaningful in their message.
Community Activities
Wherever we live, whether it is in Paducah, Lexington, or here in Aurora, KY, we all have perceptions of “Community”. Community undoubtedly means different things to each of us due to our particular experiences.
Every individual has a voice in shaping the world around him, and everyone can make that voice heard. Your voice is important and you should make it heard in your community. Making a difference in the lives of those with whom we come in contact in business or social environments says, “I care.”
Our community offers limitless opportunities for action. Look for something that is needed and workable in our community.
The boundaries are virtually limitless! Just about everything that our council does can be aimed at your community.
As Knights of Columbus it is our responsibility to provide our youth with the means and the opportunities to become personally committed and involved in meeting the challenges of our times. Today’s youth are looking for a challenge, for responsibility, for faith and trust. The youth of today are often condemned because of the uncontrolled actions of a minority of young people.
There is a great deal more that all of us can do to improve our youth programs. We need to recruit as many of our members as possible to work with our young people. As adult leaders we will help mold our young people into the leaders of tomorrow. We will have the opportunity for what they are saying.
The Knights of Columbus has five programs that are for the youth of our community. Four of these programs are conducted on the international level. They are the Columbian Squires, the KofC Free Throw Contest, the KofC Soccer Challenge, and the KofC Substance Abuse Poster Contest. The fifth program is conducted only at the council level and that is the KofC Essay Contest. Each of these programs has something to offer to our youth.