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Texas State Council

Welcome to the Texas State Council website. Please use the website as a place to get some of your Knights of Columbus news, register for events, download some valuable information and as a resource for anything needed to help you achieve your goals.

Our theme for the year is "Follow Me" for Jesus Christ is leading us especially during these trying times. He will never abandon us.

The 117K Knights in Texas are committed to the principles of the Order, Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism. We practice our commitment by living through our Faith in Action program consisting of Faith, Family, Community and Life.

We will always strive to be available where there is a need because where there is a need, there is a Knight.

God Bless Texas, God Bless you and your Family,

Vivat Jesus

Ron Alonzo
State Deputy

Texas Celebrates 125 Years of 4th Degree In San Angelo

April 19, 2025

By: Clif Quick, Diocese of San Angelo The new Fourth Degree Exemplification was held in San Angelo on April 5th. The Degree has a n... …Read More

Mexican Martyrs Relics Pilgrimage

April 21, 2025

The Mexican Martyrs Relics Pilgrimage began Easter Sunday in Lubbock at St. Patrick Catholic Church. The Mass was held at noon. Diocesan ... …Read More

A Commitment To Charity

April 15, 2025

By: Joe LaFuente, Diocesan Deputy Diocese Of Amarillo Since 1882, the Knights of Columbus have upheld the four pillars of our Order... …Read More

Prayer Intentions

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Sir Knight Joe Govea

Brother Knights, please offer prayers for Sir Knight Joe Govea who is at home with hospice care. Sir Knight Joe was diagnosed with Glioblastoma back in 2022. After going through treatment, Joe was in remission. However, the cancer has since returned. For those that don't know Joe was instrumental in founding several councils within the Ft Worth Diocese, and even served as a District Deputy, also work as a program director with the state. Obie Obregon, GK 4/21/20253:18 PM Council: 8512

Carmen Hegeman

Prayers are appreciated for Carmen Hegeman, wife of Bill. Carmen fell and sustained a spinal compression fracture in March. She is recovering well, thank God.

Gael Bishop

Please pray for our family friend, Gael Bishop, who was in a car accident on Saturday, April 14. She is currently in intensive care in Louisiana.

Jose (Joe) Francisco Ramirez

Please pray for the peaceful repose of the soul for Texas State Council Former Executive Secretary Jose (Joe) Francisco Ramirez, 80, of Boerne, Texas, passed away peacefully at Methodist Hospital Stone Oak on March 25, 2025. From September 1999 until his retirement on December 31, 2008, Jose was employed by the Texas State Council Knights of Columbus as Executive Secretary. Jose is survived by his former wife, Martha M. Gonzalez of Boerne, daughters Rebecca Diana (Rick) Watkins of Boerne and Teresa Irene Ramirez, of Boerne; grandson, Benjamin Michael; granddaughters, Sariah Star and Azalena Gabriela; brothers Adolfo Jr. (Imelda) of Uvalde and Eduardo (Pamela) of Pharr; sisters Leonor Ramirez of Pharr, Graciela Longoria (Herbert) of Harlingen, and Imelda Hernandez (Alberto) of Pharr; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Scheffman Family

It is with an extremely heavy heart that I tell you that our Brother Knight and Worth District Deputy SK Troy Scheffman perished in a home fire last night. Troy’s wife was out of town and his children escaped the blaze. I was told that Troy had escaped but returned to the burning house to rescue others. The home and all aspects of the dwelling were destroyed as well. Please keep our brother and the Scheffman family in your prayers. I will advise arrangements as they are known.

Charlotte Modrzynski

Please keep Charlotte Modrzynski, daughter of Craig and Barbara Modrzynski, in your thoughts and prayers. She broke her leg this morning when she slipped on the ice in her driveway on her way to work in Fryeburg, Maine. She is currently in a splint waiting for the swelling to go down before getting surgery for a compound fracture sometime in the very near future. She lives alone with her two dogs and could use all the good thoughts, vibes, prayers and best wishes you can send her. Her father, Craig, is the Diocesan Deputy for Fort Worth and Charlotte is his beloved daughter.

Former District Deputy Fred Constantine

FDD Fred has been diagnosed with terminal Cancer. He only ask for prayers for the precious time he has left. FDD Fred will be 90 in May. David Zeigler, Star Council Director

Raymond R Sanchez

Please pray for Raymond R Sanchez, father of our worthy Deputy Grand Knight, Ramiro Sanchez. Raymond was placed under hospice care yesterday. Please keep the entire Sanchez family in your prayers as they navigate this difficult time.

Gary Newell Acrey, PGK

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Gary Newell Acrey, PGK 9868. Many of you will remember Penny and Gary Acrey, long-time members of the Couples Group and the Better Together Group until Gary’s health declined. Gary was also a past member of the Knights of Columbus. Gary passed away Friday, February 28 after a long battle with progressive Supranuclear Palsy. Visitation will be at Laurel Land Funeral Home in Fort Worth on Thursday 3/6/25 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Funeral Mass will be held on Friday 3/7/25 at 10:00 am, at Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church followed by a luncheon in the Parish Hall. Graveside service will be at 2:30 pm at Laurel Land Cemetery in Fort Worth, Texas. Please remember the entire family in your prayers.

Brother Knight Mason Yancy

Please pray for the Repose of the Soul of Brother Knight Mason Yancy of Council 9299 Arlington who died of a Diabetic Seizure at the age of 31 on December 27, 2024

Louie Martinez

Pray for Louie Martinez, PGK, PFN, FDD, El Paso. Brother Louie is home recuperating from a procedure performed earlier this week.

Dan Rangel sister Mary

Dan’s sister was called home today, please pray for her family and friends.

Joe Messina

Please pray for the brother Joe Messina in his battle with cancer

Gary Bentz

Please pray for the recovery of this founding Grand Knight of our council

Kevin Jessup

Dear Brothers: Prayers are requested for Kevin Jessup, father of Sheldon. Brother Sheldon Jessup is a member of Saint Patrick Council 16778 in El Paso. His Dad is seriously ill with cancer. Vivat Jesus! Bill Hegeman KC 16041

Dr Dean Hansen

Please pray for a successful surgery for Dr Dean Hansen State Star Council Committeeman on Feb 12th. Doc will undergo Rt hip total replacement .

Fr. Dan Malain

Former longtime Chaplain of Fr. William Brooks Council 5145 in Nederland has entered hospice. Please lift him and his family up in prayer.

SK Joe Rodriguez, FDD, Former TSC Committee man, TSC FMOS & FDM 2

Our brother, SK Joe Rodriguez, passed away after a brief illness, on Saturday, February 1,2025. Please keep his widow, Gloria, in your prayers for strength she will need at this time and into the future. If you are available to attend his services. His services are as follows: Sunday 2/16/25 4-8pm Family & Friends will be received @ Castle Ridge Mortuary Main Chapel 10901 W Loop 1604 North San Antonio, Tx 78254 5:30pm KofC - Special Presentation. 6:00pm Rosary Monday 2/17/25 11am Funeral mass. Location: St. Anthony Mary Claret 6150 Roft Rd San Antonio, Tx 78253. Internment: Monday 2/17/25 12:45 Location: Mission Burial Park South 1700 SE Military Dr San Antonio, Tx 78214 May our brother and friend rest in the love and peace of our saviors arms. Joe was a Catholic man that served his church, country, family & fellow man with his every move! Until we are together, again you live in my heart. YBIC, Pat

Allison Hall Bundick

Please pray for healing for Allison, daughter of Karen Trochta, the Celebration Correspondent for the Texas State Council, who will be having Colon surgery on Wednesday, Feb 5, in Sugerland. She was diagnosed with Colon Cancer a few days before Christmas. Let's pray that the Surgeon's hands are guided by the Holy Spirit and a complete healing is given to her.

SK Joe Rodriguez

PLease Pray for the Repose of the Soul of SK Joe Rodriguez, who passed away on Saturday, February 1st, at 3:59 pm. Funeral Arrangement are pending at this time. Eternal Rest Grant unto Him O Lord, and Let the Perpetual Light Shine upon Him, My He Rest in Peace, May His Soul and the Souls of All the Faithfully Departed Brother Knights Rest in Peace !

Harry (Ike) Isenberger

Update on Harry Isenberger of Council 4307, Blessing. Harry came home from the hospital on friday, Jan 31, fully recovered. He wasn't given a reason for his stroke, but by the Grace of God, had no lasting effects. He has gone back to work ! Thank You Jesus for your Healing powers !d God is Good !