https://tkofc.org RSS feeds for Texas KOFC State Council 60 https://tkofc.org/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/10495/Huntsville-Council-Awards-Scholarships#Comments 0 https://tkofc.org/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=213&ModuleID=2144&ArticleID=10495 https://tkofc.org:443/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=10495&PortalID=3&TabID=213 https://tkofc.org/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/10495/Huntsville-Council-Awards-Scholarships Last month, St Thomas the Apostle Knights of Columbus council 7153 awarded scholarships to graduating seniors. The scholarships, worth $1,000 each were given to two deserving young men, Anthony Juarez and Logan Trejo. Logan is going to Texas A&M Galveston where he plans to become a ship captain. Anthony, who is a future Knight, will be attending Sam Houston State University in Huntsville. We congratulate both young men on their awards and wish them the absolute best in their bright futures. A big thanks to Mr. Phil Miller for his assistance with the scholarship fund and your support of council 7153! Chad Sandwell Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:28:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:10495 https://tkofc.org/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/10494/Memorial-Council-6527-Makes-ASAP-Donations#Comments 0 https://tkofc.org/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=213&ModuleID=2144&ArticleID=10494 https://tkofc.org:443/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=10494&PortalID=3&TabID=213 https://tkofc.org/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/10494/Memorial-Council-6527-Makes-ASAP-Donations Memorial Council 6527 presented donation checks to the Gabriel Project of St. John Vianney Catholic Church and the Houston Coalition for Life.  The donations were funded from the net proceeds of the council's annual dinner and auction event in support of life-affirming institutions. This pro-life, pastoral ministry supports mothers faced with a difficult or crisis pregnancy.  The Gabriel Project® helps women in crisis pregnancies by offering Christian love and practical solutions at the parish.  The Gabriel Project provides compassionate, practical help for expectant mothers who have little or no support or resources in their lives.  Without the help of the Gabriel Project, some of these women might still not choose life for their babies.  They also connect each expectant mother in the Gabriel Project with a Gabriel Angel.  Gabriel Angels support the mother's choice for life through prayer, encouragement, and emotional and spiritual support.  This past October they were blessed to launch a new ministry called Walking With Moms In Need.  This pastoral ministry is intended to engage, educate, and empower Gabriel Project moms so they can set forth a path towards stability for themselves and their families. The representatives of the Houston Coalition for Life were beyond grateful to the council for the generous support towards their life-saving mission.  The donation will directly support the free services they provide through their Blue Blossom Pregnancy Centers, Maternal Assistance Program, and Curriculum of Life classes.  Over the years, many Knights of Columbus councils have supported their mission and helped purchase each and every one of their ultrasound machines.  They thanked us for standing with them to protect and save lives, noting that our impact will be felt for generations to come! Chad Sandwell Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:22:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:10494 https://tkofc.org/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/9967/Brother-Knight-and-Council-13927-Chaplain-Fr-Thomas-Reitmeyer-Appointed-Vicar-General-of-Austin#Comments 0 https://tkofc.org/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=213&ModuleID=2144&ArticleID=9967 https://tkofc.org:443/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=9967&PortalID=3&TabID=213 https://tkofc.org/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/9967/Brother-Knight-and-Council-13927-Chaplain-Fr-Thomas-Reitmeyer-Appointed-Vicar-General-of-Austin The Diocese of Austin has announced the appointment of Very Rev. Thomas J. Reitmeyer, J.C.L., as Vicar General effective January 12, 2026. Ordained in 2015 and having recently celebrated his 10-year ordination anniversary, Fr. Reitmeyer serves as pastor of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church and as Chaplain of Council 13927. A Knight of Columbus since 2008, he has helped guide the council to become one of the fastest-growing in the State of Texas. During Fraternal Year 2025, Council 13927 ranked #1 in the Diocese of Austin for quota percentage, reflecting strong membership growth and engagement fostered by his steady support of the council’s mission to serve the parish and wider community. Founded in 2005 by Bishop Daniel E. Garcia while he was pastor, the council remains especially blessed to be home to Diocesan leadership. Fr. Reitmeyer will be deeply missed as both pastor and chaplain, and the faithful of St. Vincent de Paul Parish and Council 13927 join in celebrating his appointment while offering prayers for him, and for the Parish and Council as they await their next Pastor and Chaplain. The Knights of Columbus in Texas congratulate Fr. Reitmeyer on his appointment and ask Brother Knights to keep him in their prayers as he continues to serve the Church in his new expanded capacity. For more information and full details, see the Diocese of Austin announcement: 👉 https://www.austindiocese.org/news/very-rev-reitmeyer-appointed-vicar-general William Griffith Mon, 05 Jan 2026 21:52:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:9967 https://tkofc.org/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/9803/Hunters-Night-Out-awards-75000-to-Charities#Comments 0 https://tkofc.org/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=213&ModuleID=2144&ArticleID=9803 https://tkofc.org:443/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=9803&PortalID=3&TabID=213 https://tkofc.org/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/9803/Hunters-Night-Out-awards-75000-to-Charities The Wimberley Knights of Columbus, Council 9151, celebrated their 22nd Annual Hunters Night Out (HNO) Saturday evening October 18 by awarding $75,000 to 20 local charities and organizations. Over 1,200 people attended the event to help make this the most successful HNO ever. A mouthwatering Bar-B-Que Dinner was prepared by award winning BBQ Cooks, also Knights, and served to the attendees along with delicious desserts donated by St. Mary’s Ladies Guild and Lady Knights. “The Knights of Columbus are committed to Hunters Night Out because this annual fundraiser allows the Knights to give back to the community. Through the generous support of this community and our HNO Sponsors we are able to channel our award grants to worthy charities to help improve our community.“ said Chris Oddo. The Highlights of the Live Auction featured two African Safaris and an after-hours special tour of the Alamo. Additionally, weekend getaways, golf equipment, a golf weekend, puppies, longhorn cattle, hunting and fishing trips, plus a Hawaii vacation all helped to raise money for local charities. Not to be outdone, the 22 Bucket Raffle items and the Silent Auction items generated significant revenue. Each admission ticket qualified the purchaser for a chance to win one of 30 guns raffled off at HNO with the proceeds going to local nonprofits and scholarships. The Hunters Night Out evening opened with local singer Ashton Naylor singing and leading the National Anthem as the Hays County Sheriff’s Office Color Guard presented our National Flag. Over 1,200 guests joined the Knights “Under the Big Tent,” on St. Mary’s parking lot. The event provided an evening for old and new friends to gather and enjoy a fun filled evening crowned by another beautiful Texas sunset. The Knights thank Wimberley, and their HNO Supporters for helping them have another successful event. This year the Knights Council 9151 contributed over $75,000 to 20 local nonprofit organizations with more endowments and emergency funding to come. These gifted funds were raised through the generosity and contributions of HNO Sponsors, local community supporters, friends, members, and spouses of the Wimberley Knights of Columbus. To date, through the Annual Hunters Night Out, the Knights have raised and contributed back to the community over $1.7 million. ### William Griffith Tue, 09 Dec 2025 04:34:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:9803 https://tkofc.org/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/9793/Father-McGivneys-Legacy-of-Care#Comments 0 https://tkofc.org/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=213&ModuleID=2144&ArticleID=9793 https://tkofc.org:443/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=9793&PortalID=3&TabID=213 https://tkofc.org/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/9793/Father-McGivneys-Legacy-of-Care Father McGivney's Legacy of Care continues on across the world. Sadly one of our Brother Knights in Texas passed away unexpectedly in 2023. His dedication to his family, his community, his Council and his Parish were recently documented by Supreme. Please see the video below. William Griffith Wed, 26 Nov 2025 02:09:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:9793 https://tkofc.org/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/9190/The-Time-is-Now#Comments 0 https://tkofc.org/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=213&ModuleID=2144&ArticleID=9190 https://tkofc.org:443/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=9190&PortalID=3&TabID=213 https://tkofc.org/News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/9190/The-Time-is-Now   The Time is Now! William Griffith Thu, 16 Oct 2025 01:59:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:9190