Monday, September 3rd will mark the 66th annual Labor Day Parade in Marlborough. In years past, we have usually participated with a sizable number of Knights in polo shirts carrying our banner, and as many Knights in regalia as we … Continue reading →
At the Grand Knight, District Deputy Conference this past weekend, the new State Deputy-Elect had a message to share: “Accentuate the Positive” The future vision of the Knights of Columbus, is bright and faith filled, but we need to remain … Continue reading →
Brother Knights: It has been a pleasure serving as your District Deputy for a second year, and I look forward to starting year #3 on July 1. As a member of Council #81, not just your DD, I find that … Continue reading →
At the June business meeting, the following Officers were elected for the upcoming fraternal year: Grand Knight: Rafael Johnson Deputy Grand Knight: Neil Cronin Chancellor: Rob Pierce Advocate: Mike Tremblay Recorder: Dale Dolesh Warden: Rich Pulice Treasurer: John DeDecko Inside Guard: Tom Hirsch Outside Guard: Andrew Tivnan … Continue reading →
To: Worthy Grand Knights Rafael Johnson Council 81 and Bernie Gillon Council 5724 WGK Jay Woodman Council 85 asked me to convey to you and your Councils and especially our three Councils’ Worcester State Hospital Chairmen, Brother Knights Rich Kearns, … Continue reading →
On June 3, 2018 at an exemplification ceremony conducted at the Adelphi Council in Shrewsbury two members of Council #81 achieved their Third Degree along with 56 other brothers from around central Massachusetts. Congratulations and welcome to full Knighthood to … Continue reading →
According to our bylaws, the regular business meeting on June 12, 2018 will include the annual election of officers. A slate of nominees has been proposed by the Nominating Committee as follows: Grand Knight: Rafael Johnson * Deputy Grand Knight: Neil … Continue reading →
Council #81 was proud to honor those who died in defense of our freedom today, marching in the annual Marlborough Memorial Day Parade. Two members of the Color Corps. (Mike Gibson and Steve Thomas) saluted with swords as wreaths were … Continue reading →
With a bittersweet mixture of joy and sadness, Council 81 said goodbye to our pastor, Very Rev. Marc J. Bishop, V.F., and thanked him for his four years of indelible service to the Immaculate Conception Parish. The Knights turned out … Continue reading →
Good morning brother Knights Several months ago when Fr. Marc announced his transfer, I immediately coordinated with Kathy for the Mass on the 27th and scheduling of the Honor Guard and Council members’ procession. Well we are only 5 days … Continue reading →
This weekend beginning Friday afternoon, May 18th, through Sunday May 20th, will be the Massachusetts Knights of Columbus State Convention. Various resolutions will be presented, election of State Officers, Raffle Tickets and Program winners will be announced, election of Supreme … Continue reading →
Due to simply too many events taking place on Memorial Day weekend, including Fr. Marc’s departure, Confirmation Masses, Memorial Day Parade, etc., etc., we have decided to cancel the Mass and Reception for Departed Knights previously scheduled for May 26th. … Continue reading →
Karen and Mary Ann are nicely settled into their new home with their full-time caregivers, Eron and Milly. As we were finishing the unpacking and setting up, Milly was making dinner and had Karen and Mary Ann helping out making … Continue reading →
The 2018 Grand Knight, Financial Secretary, and District Deputy Conference will be: Saturday, June 23rd, Double Tree Hotel, 99 Erdman Way, Leominster Time is usually 8:30am-9:00am start, ending around 3:00pm-3:30pm, followed by Mass/dinner (Mass and Dinner are optional for the … Continue reading →
The Nominating Committee is reaching out to all Council members who are 3rd degree or will be third degree shortly. We are looking for officer candidates for the upcoming fraternal year. All positions are in play from Grand Knight down … Continue reading →
I am pleased to announce that I have appointed Steve Thomas, as the DISTRICT WARDEN for District #18. Steve will assist the District Deputy as needed, and can help fill in at meetings when the District Deputy cannot be present … Continue reading →
Memorial day weekend is shaping up to be very busy with Knights activities. On Saturday 5/26 at 9:00 am there is a call for volunteers to set up for the parish picnic. That afternoon is the deceased members Mass (4:30 IC … Continue reading →
The I.C. parish picnic committee is soliciting volunteers. A central sign-up page for the whole parish is being hosted on Council #81’s website: Volunteer Sign-Up Page Ticket Sales after Masses: Staff the ticket tables after Masses and distribute tickets. All … Continue reading →
Marlborough Knights of Columbus celebrates 125 anniversary … Continue reading →
There will be a Mass of Thanksgiving for Father Marc Bishop, for his final Sunday Mass at Immaculate Conception. May 27th, 2018 11:00am Mass (Immaculate Conception Parish, Marlborough) 4th Degree Honor Guard has been requested to escort Fr. Marc into … Continue reading →
A message from Supreme Knight Carl Anderson: It has been nearly 50 years since “Surge with Service” was introduced as our program model. Although Surge has served us well through the years, in order to simplify our program structure and … Continue reading →
Mass and Reception for Departed Knights Mass at Immaculate Conception Saturday, May 26, 2018 at 4:30 p.m. Reception at Courtyard Marriott, Felton Street 6:00 p.m. Cocktails 7:00 p.m. Dinner Sign up here: … Continue reading →
Two developmentally disabled women in Marlboro are moving to a new home in a “Shared Living” residence on May 12th. They need help packing and moving. Although the Council is in general agreement to discourage too many more of these … Continue reading →
This postcard shows a Sunday Mass in El Paso, Texas, sometime around 1916-1917. The open air Mass took place in front of a K of C recreation hall. The Mexican Punitive Expedition, also called the Pancho Villa Expedition, brought U.S. … Continue reading →