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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 120K 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

51st Annual Johnny Lopez State Golf Tournament

September 12-14, 2025 Beaumont, TX 3 Days

Brother Knights Raise Over $36,000 at 15th Annual Golf Tournament

July 04, 2025

The 15th Annual Knights of Columbus Charity Golf Tournament was held on a picture-perfect Wednesday at The Courses at Watters Creek in Plano... …Read More

Rev. Bryce Baumann Ordained to the Priesthood at Seton Parish

July 04, 2025

Pictured (l-r) are Rev Bryce’s sister Blair Picha, Rev. Bryce, Rev Bryce’s Mother Wendy Baumann and Rev. Bryce’s father Br... …Read More

Governor Abbott Signs Resolution Honoring Mother and Child

June 05, 2025

Submitted to Texas State Council by: Past State Deputy Tim Von Dohlen On May 30, 2025, Governor Greg Abbott signed SCR 19 by Senator Tan ... …Read More

Prayer Intentions

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David Zapata

David was killed in a traffic accident in Harlingen. David was a 4th degree Knight. Please pray for his family in this time of need

Texas flood victims and familes

Prayers for the victims and families of this tragic event, our council in Shreveport, LA is deeply saddened by this catastrophe.

Kari Groves

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Kari Groves, younger sister of Laura Zeigler. Kari, died July 4, 2025 after being sick for several years. Services at pending in South Arkansas. Please keep Kari, her family and Laura, and their mother in your prayers.

Kathy Martin

It is with great sadness that I inform you of the passing of Kathy Martin, wife of our brother Dan Martin. Please pray for the repose of her soul, and pray for Dan, and her children Matthew, Megan, and Lauren.

SK Lester Wenk

Please pray for the respose of the soul of SK Lester Wenk of Msgr. Christopher J. Martin Council 3070 in Bay City, Texas. SK Lester Wenk is a Past Faithful Navigator of St. Mary Star of the Sea Assembly in Freeport and served for many years as the Assembly Comptroller. Funeral arrangements are pending. May his soul rest in peace. SK Paul Bettge, FM, PFN, Past State Warden

Donald Lambert

Please pray for my Brother in Law Donald Lambert. He is fighting terminal Brain cancer. The chemotherapy has failed and is needed of a Miracle. Doctors are trying all they can do to prevent the inevitable. Please pray with all your heart to God to grant him a miracle in saving his life. His wife and five children need him dearly. Amen

Eric and Mary Guvernator

Pplease pray for the repose of the souls of Eric & Mary Guvernator. They were tragically taken from us in a car wreck last week. Eric was a 30 year member of the Council 1422. They leave behind 3 grown children - David Katie, & Grace and 3 grandchildren. Our Council has suffered the loss a good Knight.

Sutton Claudette Groves

UPDATE Sutton has been making great strides, she is one month old & 3.8 lbs. She is doing well. Thank you all for the prayers and support. David Zeigler, Star Council Director

Former District Deputy Fred Constantine

Please pray for the Repose of the soul for Former District Deputy Fred Constantine. Fred lost his battle with Brain Cancer on June 12, 2025. Services are at St. Anthony Church, 508 N. Sixth St., Longview, TX on Friday, June 20 there will be a rosary at 4:30 pm followed by Mass at 5 pm. Honor guard has been requested to Assemble at 3:45 pm. Fred was an excellent example of what we all strive for as a Knight. Always helpful, kind, and rooted in the Church. David Zeigler, Star Council Director

Robert "Bobby" Calvillo

We are putting out a prayer request for SK Robert "Bobby" Calvillo of Weslaco, Texas - St. Pius X Council 13232 and Padre Pio Assembly 2814. Bobby is in critical condition at DRH Hospital in McAllen, Texas after suffering a heart attack while running a 5K race. He is not doing well and his family is asking everyone to pray for his recovery.

FDD,PGK Joe Govea

Our Brother Knight Joe Govea has passed today. Please keep Joe and his family in your prayers. Eternal Rest grant unto him O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

Sutton Claudette Groves

This is my Great Niece. She was born 2 months early at 2 lbs 2 oz. 14.6 inches long. She is in. She is at Little Rock hospital in NICU. Please pray for Laura's nephew, Jay Groves, and his wife Kelsey as they go through this journey for their 1st born. We all know the power of Prayer works! Thank you in advance. David Zeigler, Star Council Director

Jeff Jordan

Prayers are requested for Jeff Jordan, husband of Texas State Council Accountant Kari Jordan. Jeff has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and is undergoing treatment for that condition and for jaundice as well. May the Divine Physician place His healing hand upon Jeff and may He guide the medical team who will provide Jeff's healing. May Jeff, Kari, and their family find peace during this time of trial.

SK Martin Alaniz

SK Martin Alaniz is undergoing treatment for a Glioma Tumor which was found on his brain. The tumor was removed in early April and now the ongoing treatment has been scheduled for the next six months. May the Divine Physician bring His healing to Martin and provide peace and comfort to Martin and his wife Marty.

Charles D. Wennermark

Pray for the repose of the soul, of Council 11596's, current Financial Secretary who passed at 7:19 am, this morning. Also requesting prayers for the entire Council as a whole and 2 other Brother Knights(a Former Treasurer, Ruben Rey, Jr. and Current Treasurer, Oscar V. Solis) who passed within a matter of 3 and a half months apart.

DD Reggie Vasquez

DD Reggie Vasquez is going in for knee replacement surgery today, April 29, 2025. Please pray for SK Reggie and for the surgeon's hands to be skillful and complete a successful surgery. Also please pray for his wife Pat, who will be his caregiver for the next several days to get him back on his feet.

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 !

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Prayer Intentions

David Zapata

Texas flood victims and familes

Kari Groves

Kathy Martin

SK Lester Wenk

Donald Lambert

Eric and Mary Guvernator

Sutton Claudette Groves

Former District Deputy Fred Constantine

Robert "Bobby" Calvillo

FDD,PGK Joe Govea

Sutton Claudette Groves

Jeff Jordan

SK Martin Alaniz

Charles D. Wennermark

DD Reggie Vasquez

Sir Knight Joe Govea

Carmen Hegeman

Gael Bishop

Jose (Joe) Francisco Ramirez

Scheffman Family

Charlotte Modrzynski

Former District Deputy Fred Constantine

Raymond R Sanchez

Gary Newell Acrey, PGK

Brother Knight Mason Yancy

Louie Martinez

Dan Rangel sister Mary

Joe Messina

Gary Bentz

Kevin Jessup

Dr Dean Hansen

Fr. Dan Malain

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

Allison Hall Bundick

SK Joe Rodriguez

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