St. Mary Star of the Sea Parish at 120 E. Wesley Street, Jackson, MI 49201-2341 US - General Information

The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Roman Catholic fraternal service organization.  Founded in the United States in 1812 by Father McGivney, it is named in honor of Christopher Columbus, and dedicated to the principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism.  There are more than 1.7 million members in 14,000 councils on college campuses.  Membership is limited to "practicing Catholic" men aged 18 years or older.

Councils have been chartered in the United States, Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, the Philippines, Guam, Saipan and most recently in Poland.  The Knight's official junior organization, the Columbian Squires, has over 5,000 circles, none at Council 9301 at this time.  All the Order's ceremonials and business meetings are restricted to members, though other events are open to the public.  A promise not to reveal any details of the ceremonials, except to equally qualified Knights, is required to ensure their impact and meaning for new members.

Council Meetings

General business meetings for Council 9301 are held the first Monday of each month in Star Hall (Social Activities Center in the basement of the church building) at 7:30 p.m.   The meetings run about an hour to an hour and a half.  If you are a member of any Knights of Columbus Council, you are welcome to attend.  Attendance for members is encouraged at least once a quarter, but is preferred as often as you can.  Participation in at least one of the many events supported by the Knights is requested.

About Our Council

St. Mary Star of the Sea Knights of Columbus Council 9301 was established in 1986.  One of the Deacons currently assigned to our Parish, Deacon Vince Genco, was the catalyst in forming our Council as well as several other Councils in southern Michigan.  We have been fortunate as well with the never-tiring and complete support of our Pastors, present and past.  We are indeed a fraternal service organization with direct support to our Parish through contributions to the elementary school, priestly formation support, physical plant upgrade support in the parish as well as the school, contributions to two homes for children, contributions to St. Vincent de Paul Society who assist the poor in our community, and many others.  We accomplish our goals through various events and activities conducted throughout the year.  Please click on the Activities button to view many of the events and dates throughout the year.