Welcome to October! As we enter the heart of autumn, District 17 is poised for dynamic momentum across our councils: Notre Dame Council 10514, St. Mary’s Council 11961, and Mother Seton Council 17480.

When I was looking at some information fromSupreme, I saw this question and thought I would pass it on to you. Why did you join the Knights of Columbus? It made me start to think of the reasons I joined. I thought this would be easy but found out it was tougher than I thought. I know initially I thought it sounded like something that would help me understand our faith, which it did, but there is a lot more I began to learn. How does this organization help others. How to work

September always feels like a month of new beginnings. Summer is coming to an end, children are going back to school, our regular activities are starting again, and we gradually return to our normal rhythm. It is a good moment to ask ourselves a simple question: What are we going to do with the time God is giving us?

September 2026 I could not be happier as to the turnout for the dinner dance for the Monastery! Just great food, great ticket sales and great work by our Knights and of course Tony and his crew. Big thanks to Brother Ken, Brother Chris and Brother Fred organizing the whole dinner for us. All the brothers that chipped in to make sure everything went as planned. All those brothers that did the cooking, serving and cleanup. This is how great events happen. Everyone helping out a

September 2026 Dear Brother Knights, On August 13, the Church celebrates the memorial of Blessed Michael McGivney, the founder of the Knights of Columbus. It is a fitting opportunity not only toremember his life, but also to askourselves a simple question: What made Father McGivney the man he was? We often think first about what he accomplished. He founded the Knights of Columbus, and through his vision millions of Catholic men have been united in faith and charity. But befor

September 2026 Brother Knights, District 17: One Team, One Mission Worthy Officers, Brothers, and Friends, As we step into September, we enter one of the most vital seasons of our fraternal year. Summer schedules are winding down, families are re-establishing routines, and our councils have a prime opportunity to hit the ground running with fresh energy, purpose, and momentum. This month, my message to every council in District 17 is centered on two vital priorities that go h