The Knights of Columbus is a International Catholic Fraternal organization for men. The organization was founded by Father Michael J. McGivney on March 29, 1882 on the principles of Charity, Unity and Fraternity. Knights of Columbus Monsignor Alfred Raye Council 9201 is associated with St. Lukethe Evangelist Catholic Church.
We conduct our monthly meetings on the first and third Tuesday of the monthin the St. Luke Social Hall. Meetings start at 7:45 PM.
- Was formed in 1986 with 40 members.
- The Councils first chaplain was Father Dominic Pistone.
- The first Grand Knight was Dr. William Pillow.
- The council now has over 150 active members.
- Stands in solidarity with our Priests and Bishops.
- It supports St. Luke and the local community.
- It provides $5,000 in scholarships to deserving students each year.
- It provides $2,400 each year to support a seminarian.
- It provides storage space for the Gabriel Project at a cost of $1,200/year.
- It provides the St. Luke Social Services with $100 each month.
- It provides gifts and groceries for families at Christmas at an estimated cost of $1,000.
- It helps St. Luke, each week, with building maintenance.
- Works with St Luke on special projects.
- Annual fish fry dinners during Lent and in the Fall
- Annual BBQ and spaghetti dinners
- October-Fest dinner
- Fiesta Party dinners
- Council dues
- Football Frenzy ticket sales
- Keep Christ In Christmas decals
- Donations
Every Catholic man should consider joining the Knights of Columbus. If you wish to know more about the Knights of Columbus or Council 9201, please call:
• KC Grand Knight: Art Valdez, (361) 739-5035
• Deputy Grand Knight: Anthony Zarate: (832) 707-1611
KC Serve Lunch
On April 14, 2020, our St. Luke KC Council 9201, delivered over 294 chopped BBQ Sandwiches to the staff of Memorial Hermann Southeast (Astoria Blvd). Delivering the sandwiches were Mike Work, Craig Guth, Richard Valdez and Bo Naguit. Not seen in the photos, but also helping prep the sandwiches were, Leon Guerra and Ivan Capetillo. The sandwiches were greeted with smiles and gratitude. Way to go KCs!
