ABOUT THE KNIGHTS...
We are the Knights of Columbus of Prince of Peace Catholic Church. An organization of Catholic men plus their families dedicated to the ideals of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism in service to God. Together, we’re empowering Catholic men to live their faith at home, in their parish, at work and in their community. Knights come from every stage of life, in countless corners of the world. Join us as we exemplify role models in a world that needs men who lead, serve, protect and defend.
All the good works we do are informed by our four core principles:
Charity – Our Catholic faith teaches us to “Love thy neighbor as thyself.” Members of the Knights of Columbus show love for their neighbors by conducting food drives and donating the food to local soup kitchens and food pantries, by volunteering at Special Olympics, and by supporting, both spiritually and materially, mothers who choose life for their babies. Knights recognize that our mission, and our faith in God, compels us to action. There is no better way to experience love and compassion than by helping those in need, a call we answer every day.
Unity – None of us is as good as all of us. Members of the Knights of Columbus all know that – together – we can accomplish far more than any of us could individually. So we stick together…we support one another. That doesn’t mean that we always agree or that there is never a difference of opinion. It does mean that – as a Knight of Columbus – you can count on the support and encouragement of your brother Knights as you work to make life better in your parish and community.
Fraternity – Blessed Michael J. McGivney founded the Knights of Columbus, in large part, to provide assistance to the widows and children left behind when the family breadwinner died – often prematurely. The Order’s top-rated insurance program continues to do this today, as do the good works of individual Knights, who annually give more than 75 million service hours, illustrating how Catholics serve each other in fraternity and mercy.
Patriotism – Members of the Knights of Columbus are patriotic citizens. We are proud of our devotion to God and country, and believe in standing up for both. Whether it’s in public or private, the Knights remind the world that Catholics support their nations and are amongst the greatest citizens.
With 1.9 million members around the world, we have been investing our time, effort and resources into our values of charity, unity, fraternity and patriotism since 1882.
HOW TO JOIN US....
We want you! We need you! All Catholic men of Prince of Peace Catholic Church are invited and encouraged to join the Knights of Columbus. Wherever you are in your faith journey, you’ll have the spiritual weapons you need to live in today’s world as a Catholic man.
For information on joining the Knights of Columbus, please come by the Parish Hall after any Mass on Sunday or contact our Chancellor, Ron Nowviskie, at rnowviskie@cfl.rr.com or 386-679-3224. We look forward to speaking with you!
ABOUT OUR LEADERSHIP....
Officers for Prince of Peace Council 8791 for the 2024-2025 Fraternal Year:
Grand Knight: Michael Abbott
Deputy Grand Knight: Daniel Kimble
Chancellor: Ronald Nowviskie
Financial Secretary: Harold Bennett
Recorder: Daniel Medved
Treasurer: John McCarthy
Advocate: Robert Simcoe
Warden: Matthew Crowner
Inside Guard: Russell Cormican
Outside Guard: Angelo Salvo
One Year Trustee: William Whelan
Two Year Trustee: Russell Benett
Three Year Trustee: Eugene Nelson
Lecturer: Michael Ernst
Chaplain: Rev. Fr. Justin Vakko