Past Grand Knight's Comments
Worthy Brothers,
As I bring my term as Grand Knight to a close, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to each and every one of you. Serving as Grand Knight for the past six years has been an honor and privilege.
These years have been filled with meaningful challenges, tremendous teamwork, and countless moments of shared faith and fraternity. Your dedication to our mission, your willingness to serve others, and your unwavering support made my time as Grand Knight not only possible, but incredibly fulfilling.
I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished together—from our charitable works and parish support to the growth of our council and the deepening of our bonds as Catholic gentlemen. None of that would have been possible without each of you standing shoulder to shoulder with me.
Thank you for your trust, for your friendship, and for the spirit of brotherhood that defines who we are. Though my role will change, my commitment to this council and to the Knights of Columbus remains as strong as ever. I look forward to supporting our new Grand Knight and continuing to serve alongside all of you.
May God bless each of you and continue to guide our council in all the good we do.
Vivat Jesus, Robert
COR Meeting
COR Initiative Meeting
SACRED HEART OF JESUS
Mother of Sorrows Men's Group
Men's Renewal Group
The Mother of Sorrows Men’s Renewal Group meets weekly (Saturdays) at 9am in the MOS Lower Narthex, or in the Ave Maria Room. Contact Dan McDermott at mdcermdj@outlook.com to get on mailing list. Current topic “The Sermon on the Mount”. All are invited.
Every 4th Thursday the Men's Renewal Group will sponsor a Rosary during the 6pm hour at Adoration in Mother of Sorrows.
St John/St. Mary Catholic Men's Fellowship Group
St. John/St. Mary
Catholic Men's Fellowship Group
St. John/St. Mary’s CMF meets weekly (Saturdays 7am at the St. Mary’s Social Hall in Export & via Zoom). More info or to get on mailing list can be found. Current topic CCC. All are invited. here: https://StJohnStMaryParishes.flocknote.com/CMF
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity
- Work is continuing on the home started several months ago. Progress photos will be shown here are the various milestones are reached.
For those who may be interested a group of volunteers meet every other Wednesday to assist several other volunteer groups in this very important project. Please contact Jim Snitger at jsnitger@hotmail.com or at 412-334-4932 for more details.
Thank You
Jim
VAVS News
VA Volunteer Services (VAVS)
As always VAVS is looking for gently used clothing (men's and women's). Please contact Lee Clark at leec92453@gmail.com for additional information.
We received a very large donation of socks once again from the Bishop Boyle Assembly in Washington County. There were 1,921 new pairs of socks in seven large boxes. The socks were delivered to Heinz VAMC on June 24th.
Most of the $1,500 donated to VAVS from car cruise proceeds has already been spent on new shoes, boots, and clothing for veterans in need. These were purchased at clearance prices from Walmart or JC Penney. Items received have been delivered and those still being shipped will be delivered soon.
Anyone who would like to donate new or gently used clothing or personal care items, please contact me at 412.627.5543.
Thanks,
Lee Clark
Memorial Day Car Cruise 2025
2025 Memorial Day Car Cruise Update
Don Granata and Dennis Majewski presented representatives of PA Hero Walk with a check at our July 9th council meeting. These funds were made available through the proceeds from our Memorial Day Car Cruise.
Checks will also be made to Clelian Heights School and the Vets.
Food Pantry
FOOD BANK
The Food Pantry is ONLY looking for car loaders every month to lift boxes into cars at the present time. The boxes weigh 40 -50 pounds. Groups are not helping at this time.
If you would like to volunteer on the first Tuesday of the month around 5:30 pm please contact Dan Pilon at danpilon@hotmail.com or leave a message on his answering service at (724) 325-4910. Thanks!
Blood Drives
Blood Drive
Next Blood Drive
Tuesday, October 23, 2025 @ St. John De LaSalle Church
Our council will be hosting another blood drive at St John De LaSalle on October 23th from 12 noon to 5pm. If interested in helping at this drive please contact Bob Wasco at bobwasco@gmail.com
(Social Hall)
Call 1-800-Red Cross (1-800-733-2767) or visit www.RedCrossBlood.org and enter mos to schedule and appt.
The final blood drive of 2025 is scheduled for December 23rd at Mother of Sorrows Social Hall (Murrysville)