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# KofC Council 8909

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- [April Knights General Meeting](https://kofc8909.org/april-knights-general-meeting/) - Start 4/22/2026 07:00 PM - End 4/22/2026 08:00 PM 🗓 4th Wednesday of each month🍽 Social gathering and meal at 6:30 PM🕖 Meeting begins at 7:00 PM The General Council Meeting is open to all members and includes council updates, reports on ongoing initiatives, and discussion of upcoming programs. Members are encouraged to arrive early
- [April Knights Planning Meeting](https://kofc8909.org/april-knights-planning-meeting/) - Start 4/15/2026 06:30 PM - End 4/15/2026 08:30 PM 🗓 3rd Wednesday of each month🕡 Meeting begins at 6:30 PM The Council Planning Meeting focuses on upcoming events, charitable initiatives, and coordination of council activities. Officers, committee chairs, and members involved in planning or supporting council programs are encouraged to attend. Meetings take place in
- [Planning Meeting (Mar 2026)](https://kofc8909.org/planning-meeting-mar-2026/) - 🗓 3rd Wednesday of each month🕡 Meeting begins at 6:30 PM The Council Planning Meeting focuses on upcoming events, charitable initiatives, and coordination of council activities. Officers, committee chairs, and members involved in planning or supporting council programs are encouraged to attend. This meeting provides an opportunity to review upcoming projects, coordinate volunteer efforts, and
- [General Meeting (Mar 2026)](https://kofc8909.org/general-meeting-mar-2026/) - 🗓 4th Wednesday of each month🍽 Social gathering and meal at 6:30 PM🕖 Meeting begins at 7:00 PM The General Council Meeting is open to all members and includes council updates, reports on ongoing initiatives, and discussion of upcoming programs. Members are encouraged to arrive early for fellowship and a shared meal before the meeting
- [Fish Fry Week 6](https://kofc8909.org/fish-fry-week-6/) - Link for Lent Fish Fry Sign up Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F054CA4A829A5FC1-54535236-kofc
- [Fish Fry Week 5](https://kofc8909.org/fish-fry-week-5/) - Link for Lent Fish Fry Sign up Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F054CA4A829A5FC1-54535236-kofc
- [Fish Fry Week 4](https://kofc8909.org/fish-fry-week-4/) - Link for Lent Fish Fry Sign up Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F054CA4A829A5FC1-54535236-kofc
- [Par Club Golf Outing](https://kofc8909.org/par-club-golf-outing/) - Start 3/4/2026 06:30 PM - End 3/4/2026 09:00 PM Our Knights Social event/activity was at The Par Club indoor golf simulator in Castle Rock. We had foursomes in all 6 bays, and everyone had a great time! 
- [Inferno - Canonization Men's Forum - Battle to Sainthood](https://kofc8909.org/canonization-mens-forum-battle-to-sainthood/) - Start 4/11/2026 07:00 PM - End 4/11/2026 09:00 PM Location: St Patrick Roman Catholic Church, 6455 Brook Park Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80918, USA Link: Canonization Men's Forum - Battle to Sainthood with Chris Vander Woude | Inferno Food, drink, fellowship, evangelization and true inferno brotherhood. Keynote by Chris Vander Woude (son of Tom Vander
- [Inferno Men's Mission - Business Forum with Fr Nathan Cromly](https://kofc8909.org/inferno-mens-mission-business-forum-with-fr-nathan-cromly/) - Start 3/26/2026 07:00 PM - End 3/26/2026 09:00 PM Location: Our Lady of the Pines, Parish Hall, 11020 Teachout Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80908, USA Link: Business Forum with Fr Nathan Cromly | Inferno Fr Nathan Cromly is a leader in Catholic Business Leadership across the US! We are so blessed to have him as
- [Gethsemane Meditations and Adoration](https://kofc8909.org/gethsemane-meditations-and-adoration/) - Start 3/16/2026 06:30 PM - End 3/16/2026 08:00 PM Come join us for meditations and adoration with Fr. Michael Goodyear in the Church. Father Michael will lead the meditations which will focus on The Arrival, The Agony, and The Arrest.
- [Ash Wednesday](https://kofc8909.org/ash-wednesday/) - All-day: 2/18/2026 Mass with Ashes Distribution at 8am Ashes Services at 12 pm and 5pm Bilingual Mass with Ashes Distribution at 7pm
- [Garden Beautification](https://kofc8909.org/garden-beautification/) - Start 2/21/2026 09:00 AM - End 2/21/2026 10:00 AM We have been approached by the parishioner who is in charge of the church garden and grounds Beautification to see if she could get 2-3 Knights to help her this coming Saturday Morning February 21st at around 9:00 AM to move fertilizer (Manure) from a truck
- [Wreaths Across America](https://kofc8909.org/wreaths-across-america-2/) - Sat. Dec 13th was the Wreaths Across America ceremony starting at 9am at Cedar Hills Cemetery in Castle Rock. The Knights were responsible for laying wreaths and for parking. Thanks for organizing this, Rick Eddy!
- [Epiphany Party](https://kofc8909.org/epiphany-party-2/) - Sat Jan 10th was our annual Epiphany/Appreciation Dinner. It was well attended, and a great time was had by all in attendance. We named our Family of the year which was the Bart Keller family. We named our Knight of the Year which was Bob Reynolds. Thanks to these people for all they do for
- [Ladies Aux General Meeting (May 2026)](https://kofc8909.org/ladies-aux-general-meeting-may-2026/) - Ladies - Join us at our monthly General Meeting for fun and fellowship, starting at 7:00 PM in Assisi Hall on the first Wednesday of each month.
- [Fish Fry Week 1 Kick-Off](https://kofc8909.org/2026-lenten-fish-fry-week-1/) - Join us as we kick off the 2026 Lenten Fish Fry season! Link for Lent Fish Fry Sign up Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F054CA4A829A5FC1-54535236-kofc
- [Ladies Aux General Meeting (Apr 2026)](https://kofc8909.org/ladies-aux-general-meeting-apr-2026/) - Ladies - Join us at our monthly General Meeting for fun and fellowship, starting at 7:00 PM in Assisi Hall on the first Wednesday of each month.
- [Ladies Aux General Meeting (Mar 2026)](https://kofc8909.org/ladies-aux-general-meeting-mar-2026/) - Ladies - Join us at our monthly General Meeting for fun and fellowship, starting at 7:00 PM in Assisi Hall on the first Wednesday of each month.
- [Dues Notice - 2026](https://kofc8909.org/dues-notice-2026/) - Knights of Council #8909, The 1st Notice of Dues for 2026 was sent out to 141 members in December, based on the Supreme's email list. Please check your spam/junk folder because some email systems will reject this email. Since all members did not receive their notice you can contact me by using the Financial Secretary
- [Fish Fry Week 3](https://kofc8909.org/fish-fry-week-3/) - Link for Lent Fish Fry Sign up Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F054CA4A829A5FC1-54535236-kofc
- [Fish Fry Week 2](https://kofc8909.org/fish-fry-week-2/) - Link for Lent Fish Fry Sign up Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F054CA4A829A5FC1-54535236-kofc
- [Planning Meeting (Feb 2026)](https://kofc8909.org/planning-meeting-feb-2026/) - FEBRUARY 11th - one week early due to Ash Wednesday! This month's planning meeting will be held in the lower level of Assisi Hall starting at 6:30 PM. Knights Meeting Folder - HERE
- [Colorado State Council](https://kofc8909.org/colorado-state-council/) - Brother Knights and Families - The 2026 Colorado Knights of Columbus State Convention will be held April 17th - 19th, 2026 at the Hyatt Regency Aurora-Denver Conference Center (13200 E 14th Pl, Aurora, CO 80011). Each council is required to send two delegates. To the extent possible, councils should also be paying for their delegates to
- [Mardi Gras Bingo](https://kofc8909.org/mardi-gras-bingo/) - On Sat. Feb 7th is Mardi Gras Bingo hosted by the Workcamp youths. We will need a couple Knights to serve in the bar. It starts at 6:30 pm if you are interested in helping. Please let the Grand Knight know.
- [Serving the Ladies Auxiliary](https://kofc8909.org/serving-the-ladies-auxiliary/) - On Wed. Feb 4th, the Knights will be serving the Ladies Auxiliary refreshments at their monthly meeting. This will take 2-3 Knights if interested in helping Please let the Grand Knight know. It will be a way of the Knights to show appreciation for what the Auxiliary does.
- [Parish Breakfast](https://kofc8909.org/parish-breakfast-2/) - January 18th, 7AM - 1PM in Assisi Hall - Come to serve! On Sunday 1-18-26 we will be serving coffee and donuts after all morning masses, in conjunction with the Blood Drive. We will not be putting out a Sign-Up Genius. If you can help Please just contact me, it will only take 2-3 Knights
- [Fish Fry Planning Meeting](https://kofc8909.org/fish-fry-planning-meeting/) - 6:30 PM in Assisi Hall On Monday 1-12-26 at 6:30 pm in Assisi Hall we will be having a Fish Fry meeting, we are getting closer to the fish fry, so we have a lot to discuss and finalize. If you have any ideas, concerns, or just want information Please plan on attending.
- [Free Throw Contest](https://kofc8909.org/free-throw-contest/) - Jan 10, 9:30AM, Rock Ridge Elementary School On Sat, Jan 10th we held our Free Throw Championship, at Rock Ridge Elementary School from 10 am until approximately 1 pm. The Free Throw Championship was open to boys and girls from ages 9-14. We had 4 contestants and had a great time!
- [Cornhole Tournament](https://kofc8909.org/cornhole-tournament-2/) - Sunday December 21, 6PM in Assisi Hall KofC Council 8909 hosted its 2nd annual indoor cornhole tournament! We had 11 teams compete (22 players) in a Round-Robin, Double-Elimination Tournament. There was catered food, refreshments, and lots of Prizes! This year's Winners - Other pictures from the event:
- [Ladies Aux General Meeting (Jan 2026)](https://kofc8909.org/ladies-aux-general-meeting/) - Ladies - Join us at our monthly General Meeting for fun and fellowship, starting at 7:00 PM in Assisi Hall on the first Wednesday of each month.
- [Ladies Aux General Meeting (Feb 2026)](https://kofc8909.org/ladies-aux-general-meeting-feb-2026/) - Ladies - Join us at our monthly General Meeting for fun and fellowship, starting at 7:00 PM in Assisi Hall on the first Wednesday of each month.
- [General Meeting (Feb 2026)](https://kofc8909.org/general-meeting-feb-2026/) - Our Knights General Meeting will be held in the lower level of Assisi Hall starting with a social gathering at 6:30 followed by the official meeting at 7:00 PM Knights Meeting Folder - HERE
- [Planning Meeting (Jan 2026)](https://kofc8909.org/planning-meeting-jan-2026/) - This month's planning meeting will be held in the lower level of Assisi Hall starting at 6:30 PM. Knights Meeting Folder - HERE
- [General Meeting (Jan 2026)](https://kofc8909.org/general-meeting-jan-2026/) - Our Knights General Meeting will be held in the lower level of Assisi Hall starting with a social gathering at 6:30 followed by the official meeting at 7:00 PM Knights Meeting Folder - HERE
- [Christmas Party 2025](https://kofc8909.org/christmas-party-2025/) - Council 8909 and the Ladies Auxiliary hosted a fantastic Christmas Party on December 13th in Assisi Hall. The Party was a kids party for young and young at heart. We had Kids games, a Pinata, and a very special visitor otherwise known as Santa Claus. Food and lots of goodies, and prizes for all games.
- [Inferno's 8th annual Catholic Men's Conference](https://kofc8909.org/8154-2/) - Nearly 50 men from St Francis of Assisi attended the Inferno Men's 2025 Conference in Colorado Springs. Mass was celebrated by Bishop James Golka, and spiritually motivating talks were given by Fr Chad Ripperger, Fr Nathan Cromly, Chris Stefanick, Keith Nestor and Jessie Romero. St Francis was recognized with an award for the best attendance
- [National Night of Prayer for Life](https://kofc8909.org/national-night-of-prayer-for-life/) - Mon Dec 8th is National Night of Prayer for Life at 10pm in the adoration chapel.
- [General Meeting (December 2025)](https://kofc8909.org/general-meeting-december-2025/) - Our Knights May General Meeting will be held in the lower level of Assisi Hall starting with a Chili Cookoff at 6:30 followed by the General Meeting. Knights Meeting Folder - HERE
- [Wreaths Across America](https://kofc8909.org/wreaths-across-america/) - No matter where they served or how, Wreaths Across America strives to ensure that no one is forgotten... The Knights of Columbus Council 8909 helped with parking coordination for the Wreaths Across America event in Castle Rock this year. The ceremony was held on Saturday, December 14th, 10:00 am at Cedar Hill Cemetery. Very somber,
- [Douglas County Fair Adventure](https://kofc8909.org/2024-douglas-county-fair/) - Douglas County Fair 2024 was "Sizzling" Hot for Council 8909
- [Air Force Football tailgate and game vs CSU](https://kofc8909.org/air-force-football-tailgate-and-game-vs-csu/) - Sat, October 19, Tailgate 3pm, Game 6pm On Saturday, October 19th, the Knights held our annual fall football outing and tailgate picnic at the Air Force Academy Stadium. This was a big in-state game pitting the Falcons against the Colorado State Rams. We had over 30 people attend this fun event! Great food! Great laughs! --
- [Relic Arm of Saint Jude the Apostle](https://kofc8909.org/relic-arm/) - The arm of Saint Jude Thaddeus, venerated in Rome from ancient times, is on pilgrimage in the United States, and made a stop at St. Francis of Assisi Parish on October 30, 2024. The Knights provided general support to the event; setup, ushering, and teardown - and 4th Degree guards. Over 1,500 visitors came to
- [Road Ranger Roadside Pick-up](https://kofc8909.org/road-ranger-roadside-pick-up/) - The Fall 2024 Road Ranger Roadside pick-up was held on a beautiful Saturday morning November 2nd from 9 AM - 11 AM - picking up trash from Gilbert St. all the way up to the new road construction heading towards Ridge Road! The team found a US dollar bill and a Canadian $5 bill - a
- [Christmas Cornhole Competition](https://kofc8909.org/christmas-cornhole-competition/) - KofC 8909 hosted an indoor cornhole tournament on 12/14/24 in Assisi Hall. We had 8 teams compete (16 players) in a Round-Robin, Double-Elimination Tournament. There was catered food, refreshments, and lots of prizes! It was a lot of fun and we expect to double our turnout in 2025! Thanks to Aaron Alwell for organizing this
- [Swing Bays Golf Event](https://kofc8909.org/swing-bays-golf-event/) - Swing Bays Golf Event – A Great Success! Our Swing Bays Golf Event was a fantastic evening of fellowship, friendly competition, and great fun! We had a full house with 20 golfers, all coming together for two hours of simulation golf, laughter, and camaraderie. Pizza kept everyone fueled, and the competition was fierce as each
- [Epiphany Party](https://kofc8909.org/epiphany-party/) - Saturday January 11th at Bear Dance Golf Club (6630 Bear Dance Road, Larkspur, Colorado 80118) We had a wonderful time celebrating the Epiphany and honoring the Knights and families of Council 8909.
- [The Four Chaplain's Ceremony](https://kofc8909.org/the-four-chaplains-ceremony/) - The American Legion Harry C. Miller Post 1187 and the Knights of Columbus Council 8909 presented the Four Chaplains Ceremony at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church On Sunday February 2nd at 2:00 PM. It was a very moving ceremony as the attendees remember and honor the four Chaplains from different faiths who gave their
- [2025 Lenten Fish Fry](https://kofc8909.org/first-lenten-fish-fry/) - For our initial 2025 Fish Fry we had the great fortune of having Bishop Golka bless us with our opening prayer. He, Father Mark, and Father Matthew were served our first fish meals of the Lenten season! We had a good turnout for our first night - we served over 360 guests. Gabby Musil was
- [State Knight Convention](https://kofc8909.org/state-knight-convention/) - Friday, April 25 – Sunday, April 27 - The Antlers - 4 S Cascade Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903 Council 8909 attended the State Convention this year and was a well-attended event with a weekend full of Business and Fun activities! There was a Eucharistic Procession that started off the convention on Friday from St.
- [Silver Rose Ceremony](https://kofc8909.org/silver-rose-ceremony/) - The Silver Rose program demonstrates the unity between Knights of Columbus in Canada, the United States and Mexico.
- [Knights' Lenten Fish Fry](https://kofc8909.org/2024-knights-lenten-fish-fry/) - The knights served up fish and fond memories again this year during Lent.
- [Parish Picnic and Volunteer Appreciation Day](https://kofc8909.org/parish-picnic-and-volunteer-appreciation-day/) - It was a Beautiful Day at Miller Activity Complex Sunday August 11th. Served to 300 people Burgers, Hot Dogs, sides, and plenty of delicious Pie and Cakes! Bingo and other assorted games were provided for the afternoon! Thank You to the Staff of St. Francis of Assisi for a wonderful gathering!! - Bart Keller, Grand
- [Tootsie Roll Drive for Special needs](https://kofc8909.org/tootsie-roll-drive-for-special-needs/) - Saturday, September 14, 9:00am – 3:00pm Location: King Soopers Castle Rock and Castle Pines Organizer: Knights of Columbus Council 8909 >> Sign Up
- [Men's Inferno 2024](https://kofc8909.org/2024-mens-inferno/) - Good day Brothers: There are only 6 days left to register for the 2024 Inferno Catholic Men's Conference at the Antlers Hotel in Colorado Springs on November 9th! If you have never been before it is a very spiritual and uplifting day of Speakers and events throughout the day! You will not be disappointed I can
- [Mighty Knights Softball](https://kofc8909.org/mighty-knights-softball/) - Come and cheer on the Mighty Knights! Follow us at: Social Activities - KofC Council 8909 Join us at Metzler's Ranch fields -
- [Mighty Knights Softball](https://kofc8909.org/mighty-knights-softball-duplicate/) - Come and cheer on the Mighty Knights! Follow us at: Social Activities - KofC Council 8909 Join us at Metzler's Ranch fields -
- [Mighty Knights Softball](https://kofc8909.org/mighty-knights-softball-2/) - Come and cheer on the Mighty Knights! Follow us at: Social Activities - KofC Council 8909 Join us at Metzler's Ranch fields -
- [Mighty Knights Softball](https://kofc8909.org/mighty-knights-softball-3/) - Come and cheer on the Mighty Knights! Follow us at: Social Activities - KofC Council 8909 Join us at Metzler's Ranch fields -
- [Mighty Knights Softball](https://kofc8909.org/mighty-knights-softball-4/) - Come and cheer on the Mighty Knights! Follow us at: Social Activities - KofC Council 8909 Join us at Metzler's Ranch fields -
- [Mighty Knights Softball](https://kofc8909.org/mighty-knights-softball-5/) - Come and cheer on the Mighty Knights! Follow us at: Social Activities - KofC Council 8909 Join us at Metzler's Ranch fields -
- [Mighty Knights Softball](https://kofc8909.org/mighty-knights-softball-6/) - Come and cheer on the Mighty Knights! Follow us at: Social Activities - KofC Council 8909 Join us at Metzler's Ranch fields -
- [Mighty Knights Softball](https://kofc8909.org/mighty-knights-softball-7/) - Come and cheer on the Mighty Knights! Follow us at: Social Activities - KofC Council 8909 Join us at Metzler's Ranch fields -
- [Final Mighty Knights Softball](https://kofc8909.org/mighty-knights-softball-8/) - Come and cheer on the Mighty Knights! Follow us at: Social Activities - KofC Council 8909 Join us at Metzler's Ranch fields -
- [Mighty Knights Softball 2025 Season](https://kofc8909.org/mighty-knights-softball-2025-season/) - Jesus said “The last will be first…” – so we finished first?! (Matthew 20:16) Next year, join us at Metzler’s Ranch fields –
- [In God We Trust](https://kofc8909.org/in-god-we-trust/) - In God We Trust, sat 9/13 at Colorado Freedom Memorial at Buckley AFB. 200+ attendees. Council 8909 & Assembly 2618 were the leads for the event. Ron Polomsky was the principal. The annual event is to help soldiers who are struggling with their faith or lost it altogether and bring them back to Christ; and
- [Membership Drive After all masses](https://kofc8909.org/membership-drive-after-all-masses-2/) - Join us at the back of church to help encourage new members to join!
- [Planning Meeting (November 2025)](https://kofc8909.org/planning-meeting-november-2025/) - This month's planning meeting will be held in the lower level of Assisi Hall starting at 6:30 PM. Knights Meeting Folder - HERE
- [Fish Fry 2026 Planning Meeting](https://kofc8909.org/fish-fry-2026-planning-meeting/) - November 10th at 6:30 in the LIBRARY at Assisi Hall
- [Knights Mass [November 2025]](https://kofc8909.org/knights-mass-november-2025/) - Nov 09, 2025 - 5:30 pm Join the Knights' takeover of the mass - we're trying to fill all lay positions with Knights. If you attend, but can't fill a roll - please wear your blue Knights shirt to show your solidarity!
- [Silver Rose Ceremony - 2025](https://kofc8909.org/silver-rose-ceremony-2025/) - The Silver Rose program demonstrates the unity between Knights of Columbus in Canada, the United States and Mexico.
- [Consecration of the Holy Family [after masses]](https://kofc8909.org/consecration-of-the-holy-family-after-masses/) - Prayer card handouts after mass
- [Wine Tasting - Fall 2025](https://kofc8909.org/wine-tasting-fall-2025/) - We celebrated the joy of wine and provided hope to those in need and empowering pro-life support efforts. October 4th, 2025 @ 12:00 noon - 3:30PM
- [Fall Road Ranger trash pickup](https://kofc8909.org/8102-2/) - FALL KNIGHTS ROAD RANGER ROADSIDE TRASH PICKUP Our Fall KofC 8909 Road Ranger roadside pickup will be taking place at Castle Rock Church of Christ Parking Lot (Corner of Woodlands Blvd. and 5th Street) starting at 9:30 AM. Need about six Knights, family members, etc. to put on this easy FIA event. Will take about
- [Membership Drive](https://kofc8909.org/membership-drive-2/) - Join us at the back of church to help encourage new members to join!
- [Planning Meeting (October 2025)](https://kofc8909.org/planning-meeting-october-2025/) - This month's planning meeting will be held in the lower level of Assisi Hall starting at 6:30 PM. Knights Meeting Folder - HERE
- [General Meeting (October 2025)](https://kofc8909.org/general-meeting-october-2025/) - Our Knights General Meeting will be held in the lower level of Assisi Hall starting with a social at 6:30 and the meeting at 7:00 PM Knights Meeting Folder - HERE
- [General Meeting (September 2025)](https://kofc8909.org/general-meeting-september-2025/) - Our Knights General Meeting will be held in the lower level of Assisi Hall starting with a social at 6:30 and the meeting at 7:00 PM Knights Meeting Folder - HERE
- [2025 Air Force Football tailgate and game vs Boise State Broncos](https://kofc8909.org/air-force-football-tailgate-and-game-vs/) - On Saturday afternoon September 20th our council will have its annual Air Force Academy football outing and tailgate picnic. Opponent is last year’s conference champion, the Boise State Broncos. We have a block of 50+ seats in a low section that are available for one week only. We will provide meat for grilling and beverages
- [SFA Golf Outing 2025](https://kofc8909.org/sfa-golf-outing-2025/) - This was another sold-out event!
- [NO General Meeting](https://kofc8909.org/no-general-meeting/) - No meeting this month
- [Knights Mass [September 2025]](https://kofc8909.org/knights-mass-september-2025/) - Join the Knights' takeover of the mass - we're trying to fill all lay positions with Knights. If you attend, but can't fill a roll - please wear your blue Knights shirt to show your solidarity!
- [Knights Mass [October 2025]](https://kofc8909.org/knights-mass-october-2025/) - Join the Knights' takeover of the mass - we're trying to fill all lay positions with Knights. If you attend, but can't fill a roll - please wear your blue Knights shirt to show your solidarity!
- [Coats for Kids](https://kofc8909.org/coats-for-kids/)
- [Soccer Challenge](https://kofc8909.org/soccer-challenge/)
- [Membership Drive [after masses]](https://kofc8909.org/membership-drive-after-all-masses/) - Join us at the back of church to encourage new members to join. Interested in joining? Click Here
- [Burrito Sale / Coats for Kids [after masses]](https://kofc8909.org/burrito-sale-coats-for-kids/) - Contact Grand Knight for details
- [General Meeting (August 2025)](https://kofc8909.org/general-meeting-august-2025/) - Our Knights May General Meeting will be held in the lower level of Assisi Hall starting at 7:00 PM
- [Planning Meeting (xxx 2025) (DUPLICATE)](https://kofc8909.org/planning-meeting-xxx-2025-duplicate/) - This month's planning meeting will be held in the lower level of Assisi Hall starting at 6:30 PM. Knights Meeting Folder - HERE
- [Planning Meeting (September 2025)](https://kofc8909.org/planning-meeting-september-2025/) - This month's planning meeting will be held in the lower level of Assisi Hall starting at 6:30 PM. Knights Meeting Folder - HERE
- [Planning Meeting (August 2025)](https://kofc8909.org/planning-meeting-august-2025/) - This month's planning meeting will be held in the lower level of Assisi Hall starting at 6:30 PM. Knights Meeting Folder - HERE
- [2025 Douglas County Fair](https://kofc8909.org/2025-douglas-county-fair/) - The knights supported the Douglas County Fair and Rodeo again this year.
- [Fair Move In](https://kofc8909.org/fair-move-in/) - On Wednesday 8-23 we will move-in to the Fairgrounds, if you have signed up to help with move-in, can you Please plan on showing up at 9am. The trucks and cargo trailer will need to be unloaded and product moved to various sites on the Fairgrounds. So once again if you signed up to help
- [General Meeting (July 2025) - 6PM @ Fairgrounds](https://kofc8909.org/general-meeting-july-2025/) - We will have a short general meeting starting at approximately 6pm, in Kirk Hall at Fairgrounds. With food and safety training to follow as well as a walk-thru. Pizza will be available for a quick meal.
- [Faith & Fellowship: Catholic Business Networking Kickoff](https://kofc8909.org/faith-fellowship-catholic-business-networking-kickoff/) - August 7 12:00pm - 1:00pm MDT Faith & Fellowship: Catholic Business Networking Kickoff (Castle Rock) Join us for the inaugural gathering of the Colorado Catholic Business Network in Castle Rock! This first event is all about making meaningful connections with fellow Catholic professionals. Whether you're a business owner, entrepreneur, or employee, this is your chance to
- [State Organizational Meeting](https://kofc8909.org/state-organizational-meeting/) - Time: 6/28 @ 9am - 6/29 at 12pm Date: June 27 - 29, 2025 Location: Denver Marriott South at Park Meadows Information forthcoming Date: June 27 - 29, 2025 Location: Denver Marriott South at Park Meadows, 10345 Park Meadows Dr, Lone Tree, CO 80124 Room Reservations (if you are not on the master list (all DDs are on the Master List)): CLICK HERE
- [Parish Picnic & Mass](https://kofc8909.org/parish-picnic-mass/) - August 17th in Rhyolite Park. Details to come.
- [Parish Breakfast & Blood Drive (July 2025)](https://kofc8909.org/parish-breakfast-blood-drive-july-2025/) - Sunday, July 13, 7:00am – 1:30pm St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 2746 Fifth St, Castle Rock, CO 80104 The Knights will be serving up meals with the Ladies Auxiliary to the parish in conjunction with the Parish Blood Drive on that day. We need your help and support for this Parish event that we
- [Tootsie Roll Drive](https://kofc8909.org/tootsie-roll-drive-2025/) - Thank you to Dale Fledderman for organizing our successful Tootsie Roll Drive! - we were able to take in $1600 worth of Donations from King Soopers and after the Masses. This was donated to Wellspring Communities here in Castle Rock. Wellspring helps and supports those Adults with Special needs right here in Castle Rock. They
- [PLANNING MEETING (July 2025)](https://kofc8909.org/planning-meeting-july-2025/) - This month's planning meeting will be held in the lower level of Assisi Hall starting at 6:30 PM. Knights Meeting Folder - HERE
- [Knights of Columbus full mass ministry](https://kofc8909.org/knights-of-columbus-full-mass-ministry/) - Our new WGK Ken Ballez would like to remind to the Council if you are available and trained and mandated in the service ministries of the mass. EMHC, HM, Lecter, Cantor, and Choir. Ken is planning for a Knights of Columbus full mass ministry serving on Saturday July 12th for the 5:30 Mass. With hopes
- [PLANNING MEETING (June 2025)](https://kofc8909.org/planning-meeting-june-2025/) - Our May planning meeting will be held in the lower level of Assisi Hall starting at 6:30 PM. Knights Meeting Folder - HERE
- [Food and Fun Festival](https://kofc8909.org/food-and-fun-festival/) - Friday Night May 16th the Knights of Columbus hosted a Food and Fun Festival evening in Assisi Hall. The Knights served up a delicious Mexican Feast! There was cultural dancing and kid's games in the lower level of Assisi Hall with help from our Ladies Auxiliary.
- [PLANNING MEETING (May 2025)](https://kofc8909.org/planning-meeting-may-2025/) - Our May planning meeting will be held in the lower level of Assisi Hall starting at 6:30 PM.
- [Road Ranger Roadside Pick-up](https://kofc8909.org/road-ranger-roadside-pick-up-2/) - On Saturday morning May 17th we will be holding our Spring Road Ranger Roadside Pickup of trash all along 5th Street! Let's meet in the church parking lot around 8:45 for instructions and assignments before hitting the streets at 9:00 AM. We recommend wearing appropriate clothing for the weather. Good supportive walking shoes or boots.
- [Parish Breakfast & Blood Drive (May 2025)](https://kofc8909.org/parish-breakfast-blood-drive-may25/) - Sunday, May18, 7:00am – 1:30pm St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 2746 Fifth St, Castle Rock, CO 80104 The Knights will be serving up meals with the Ladies Auxiliary to the parish on Sunday May18th! Again, this will be in conjunction with the Parish Blood Drive on that day. We will be serving a delicious
- [Men's Forum with Fr Nathan Cromly](https://kofc8909.org/mens-forum-with-fr-nathan-cromly/) - Fr Nate is a leader of men and has been inspiring Inferno from its beginning. The men of the council and parish joined him and the "Inferno North" leaders as they brought the fire upward and outward on April 22 at St. Francis of Assisi Parish (Castle Rock) We had 80-90 attendees - awesome! This
- [Fraternal Benefit: Ten Tips for Managing Market Volatility](https://kofc8909.org/fraternal-benefit-ten-tips-for-managing-market-volatility/) - May 22nd – Managing Market Volatility Please join us for a presentation, Ten Tips for Managing Market Volatility, on Thursday, May 22nd at 6:00 PM MDT. Learn more about approaching market fluctuations in times of uncertainty. We are proud to introduce this new series, Foundations, as part of our ongoing commitment to supporting families and building a
- [General Meeting (June 2025)](https://kofc8909.org/general-meeting-june-2025/) - Our Knights May General Meeting will be held in the lower level of Assisi Hall starting at 7:00 PM
- [General Meeting (May 2025)](https://kofc8909.org/general-meeting-may-2025/) - Our Knights May General Meeting will be held in the lower level of Assisi Hall starting at 7:00 PM
- [Good Friday](https://kofc8909.org/good-friday/) - Good Friday of Easter. No Knights events planned.
- [Free Throw](https://kofc8909.org/free-throw-2025/) - Knights of Columbus Council 8909 Free Throw Contest for Boys and Girls ages: 9-14 on January 11th, 2025, from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM held at Rock Ridge Elementary Gymnasium ( 400 Heritage Ave. Castle Rock) Congratulations to Taliah Kellar: She recently won the 9-year-old girls State Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship on April
- [Fraternal Benefit: Investing for Beginners: Planning for Success](https://kofc8909.org/fraternal-benefit-investing-for-beginners-planning-for-success/) - May 28th – Managing Market Volatility Please join us for a presentation, Investing for Beginners: Planning for Success, on Wednesday, May 28th, at 6:00 PM MDT. Learn more about the characteristics of systematic investing and how beginners can utilize this approach to help achieve their long-term goals. We are proud to introduce this new series, Foundations, as part
- [4th Degree Exemplification - Northglenn](https://kofc8909.org/4th-degree-exemplification/) - Exemplification Time: 12:30pm - 7:00pm Date: May 3, 2025 Location: IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 11385 Grant Dr, Northglenn, CO 80233 CLICK HERE for registration information CLICK HERE for additional information. Any questions please let Grand Knight know.
- [General Meeting](https://kofc8909.org/general-meeting-3/) - Our Knights April General Meeting will be held in the lower level of Assisi Hall starting at 7:00 PM
- [Save the Storks](https://kofc8909.org/save-the-storks/) - Creating a Culture of Life Through Love and Excellence A nationwide Mobile Medical Clinic program and partnerships with pregnancy clinics ensure women get the services they need and deserve Read more: Save the Storks | Empower women to choose life
- [Good Friday Family Program](https://kofc8909.org/good-friday-family-program/) - This year as part of our Family/ Faith in Action program, Our Council is going to take a more active presence to get our parishioners to come to the Good Friday Passion of the Lord Service at 7:00 PM. Again if you have a Blue Knights logo shirt ( Not T-Shirt ).Please plan on wearing
- [Holy Thursday Leading Eucharistic Procession to Assisi Hall](https://kofc8909.org/holy-thursday-leading-eucharistic-procession-to-assisi-hall/) - Following Holy Thursday evening Mass at St. Francis the Holy Eucharist is processed over to Assisi Hall for ongoing Adoration during Good Friday. Mass is at 7:00 PM. Our Council asked if members of our Council could lead the procession of the Eucharist over to Assisi Hall following Mass and Father Mark said that would
- [April Planning Meeting](https://kofc8909.org/april-planning-meeting/) - April Planning meeting will be held in the Lower level of Assisi Hall starting at 7:00 PM.
- [Fifth Lenten Fish Fry](https://kofc8909.org/fifth-lenten-fish-fry/) - Week #5 of our Friday Lenten Fish Fry! Sign up Genius Link for the Fish Fry: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F054CA4A829A5FC1-54535236-kofc
- [General Meeting](https://kofc8909.org/general-meeting-2/) - Our March General Knights meeting will be held in the lower level of Assisi Hall starting at 7:00 PM
- [Mardi Gras Bingo: Work Camp](https://kofc8909.org/mardi-gras-bingo-work-camp/) - Saturday February 22nd from 6:30-9:30 PM in Assisi Hall is the Work Camp annual " Mardi Gras Bingo" put on by Work Camp! Our Council provides the Gaming capability of this event, so the Knights must sell the Bingo cards to comply with the State Bingo laws. We have been asked by Sheri Kilman who
- [Spiritual Growth Event [Part 1]: All are Welcome!](https://kofc8909.org/two-session-spiritual-growth-event-all-are-welcome/) - Tue, Feb 18 | Assisi Hall | 6:30-8:00 PM St Theresa of Calcutta, aka Mother Theresa, gave us teachings to help us change our habits and improve our lives! Please RSVP with Michelle Kennedy at mak_mit@comcast.net no later than February 14th, 2025
- [Spiritual Growth Event [Part 2]: All are Welcome!](https://kofc8909.org/spiritual-growth-event-part-2-all-are-welcome/) - Tue, Feb 25 | Assisi Hall | 6:30-8:00 PM St Theresa of Calcutta, aka Mother Theresa, gave us teachings to help us change our habits and improve our lives! Please RSVP with Michelle Kennedy at mak_mit@comcast.net no later than February 14th, 2025
- [Final Lenten Fish Fry for 2025](https://kofc8909.org/final-lenten-fish-fry-for-2025/) - Final Lenten Fish Fry for 2025
- [Third Lenten Fish Fry](https://kofc8909.org/third-lenten-fish-fry/) - Our third week of Lenten Fish Fry at SFA Sign up Genius Link for the Fish Fry: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F054CA4A829A5FC1-54535236-kofc
- [Second Lenten Fish Fry](https://kofc8909.org/second-lenten-fish-fry/) - Our second Friday Night Lenten Fish Fry! Sign up Genius Link for the Fish Fry: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F054CA4A829A5FC1-54535236-kofc
- [Fourth Lenten Fish Fry](https://kofc8909.org/fourth-lenten-fish-fry/) - Our fourth week of Lenten Fish Fry! All DAY!! Sign up Genius Link for the Fish Fry: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F054CA4A829A5FC1-54535236-kofc
- [Wine Tasting Event](https://kofc8909.org/wine-tasting-2025/) - Another fantastic wine tasting event! We had close to 200 attendees, 16 wine vendors, and a charcuterie board 3 tables long! A great time was had by all - thank you Bob and Evan for your dedication, making the 3rd annual wine tasting such a success!
- [2025 Economic Outlook Webinar](https://kofc8909.org/2025-economic-outlook-webinar/) - For those not familiar with Fraternal Benefits these are monthly webinars presented by members of the Fraternal Benefits team to inform all Knights, insured or not insured of strategic economic performance and perspectives on various topics. As a Council in our quest for being a Star Council for the year we need to have Knights
- [General Meeting](https://kofc8909.org/knights-february-general-meeting/) - Our February General meeting will be held in the lower level of Assisi Hall starting at 7:00 PM
- [Planning Meeting](https://kofc8909.org/knights-february-planning-meeting/) - Our February Planning meeting will be held in the lower level of Assisi Hall starting at 6:30 PM
- [Parish Breakfast & Blood Drive (Jan '25)](https://kofc8909.org/parish-breakfast-jan-25/) - Sunday, January 19, 7:00am – 1:30pm St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 2746 Fifth St, Castle Rock, CO 80104 The Knights will be serving up our Famous Breakfast Burrito meal with the Ladies Auxiliary to the parish on Sunday January 19th! Again, this will be in conjunction with the Parish Blood Drive on that day.
- [Wine Tasting Ticket Sales after Mass](https://kofc8909.org/wine-tasting-ticket-sales/) - The Knights will be selling tickets at all of the masses the weekend of January 18th and 25th. Cost of the tickets are $45 in advance and $55 at the door. CONTACT BOB KREBS FOR MORE INFORMATION.
- [Wine Tasting Ticket Sales after Mass](https://kofc8909.org/wine-tasting-ticket-sales-after-mass/) - The Knights will be selling tickets at all of the masses the weekend of January 18th and 25th. Cost of the tickets are $45 in advance and $55 at the door. CONTACT BOB KREBS FOR MORE INFORMATION.
- [2024 State Council Mid Year Meeting](https://kofc8909.org/2024-state-council-mid-year-meeting/) - 2024 MidYear Meeting Time: All Day Date: December 14 - December 15, 2024 Location: Monument and Glenwood Springs In two locations: Monument and Glenwood Springs. CLICK HERE to register to attend. CLICK HERE for the agenda in Monument CLICK HERE for the agenda in Glenwood Springs If you will be attending in Monument and require a hotel, please CLICK HERE to book with
- [PLANNING MEETING](https://kofc8909.org/planning-meeting-3/) - Our March Knights Planning Meeting will be held in the lower level of Assisi Hall starting at 6:30 PM.
- [General Meeting](https://kofc8909.org/knights-january-general-meeting/) - Our January Knights General Meeting will be held at 7:00 PM in the lower level of Assisi Hall.
- [Planning Meeting January 2025](https://kofc8909.org/knights-planning-meeting-january-2025/) - Our January 2025 Knights planning meeting will be held at 7:00 PM in the lower level of Assisi Hall
- ["Consecration to the Holy Family" Prayer Card Distribution - Sunday](https://kofc8909.org/consecration-to-the-holy-family-prayer-card-distribution-sunday/) - There will be a Prayer Card distribution following each of the masses the weekend of December 28th and 29th. We will need Knights - if you attend one of the masses that weekend to stick around afterwards to help distribute prayer cards to all of the parishioners and families as they are leaving the church.
- ["Consecration to the Holy Family" Prayer Card Distribution - Saturday](https://kofc8909.org/consecration-to-the-holy-family-prayer-card-distribution/) - There will be a Prayer Card distribution following each of the masses the weekend of December 28th and 29th. We will need Knights - if you attend one of the masses that weekend to stick around afterwards to help distribute prayer cards to all of the parishioners and families as they are leaving the church.
- [HAPPY NEW YEAR](https://kofc8909.org/happy-new-year/) - Happy New Years Brothers!
- [Live Exemplification](https://kofc8909.org/live-exemplification/) - Council 8909 held a Live Exemplification of new members on April 24th, 2024. We brought in six new members and advanced two 1st Degree members to 3rd Degree!
- [Wine Tasting](https://kofc8909.org/wine-tasting-2024/) - “The Annual Knights of Columbus #8909 Wine Tasting Event was a wonderful success. 260 tickets were sold. 16 vendors brought over 80 different types of wine to sample. The 18 foot charcuterie board was wiped in in a little over 60 minutes. Participants purchased over 50 cases of wine. The next wine tasting is scheduled for Saturday, February 1, 2025 from 12 noon to 4pm at Assisi Hall.”
- [SFA Annual Golf Tournament](https://kofc8909.org/st-francis-of-assisi-annual-golf-tournament/) - Mon, Aug 19, 2024 9AM Shotgun Start - 1PM, Larkspur $10 buys you a golf ball gun to shoot your shot down the fairway! St Francis of Assisi Annual Golf Tournament 2024 This tournament supports Catholic Charities and Knights of Columbus Council 8909. About the event This tournament supports Catholic Charities and Knights of Columbus
- [MERRY CHRISTMAS](https://kofc8909.org/merry-christmas/) - May You All Have A Blessed Christmas!
- [Easter](https://kofc8909.org/easter/) - The resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ,
- [Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception](https://kofc8909.org/immaculate-conception-holy-day-of-obligation/) - [National Register] Mary was granted this extraordinary privilege because of her unique role in history as the mother of God. That is, she was preserved free from all stain of original sin from the very moment of her conception. The Catechism of the Catholic Church explains that “to become the mother of the Savior, Mary
- [Thanksgiving](https://kofc8909.org/thanksgiving/) - Wishing You and your Family a very Happy Thanksgiving with many Blessings! Lord, we thank youfor the goodness of our peopleand for the spirit of justicethat fills this nation.We thank you for the beauty and fullness of theland and the challenge of the cities. We thank you for our work and our rest,for one another,
- [Invite to Ladies Auxiliary Holiday Potluck and Baby Shower for Juan and Mikaela](https://kofc8909.org/invite-to-ladies-auxiliary-holiday-potluck-and-baby-shower-for-juan-and-mikaela/) - Our Knights Council has been invited to a Holiday Potluck put on by our Ladies Auxiliary on Wednesday December 4th at 7:00 PM in Assisi Hall. There will also be a special Baby Shower for Juan and Mikaela Vazquez that evening. Invitation below! There is a little one on the way. It's a girl, we
- [2025 Lenten Parish Fish Fry Planning/Committee Meeting](https://kofc8909.org/2025-lenten-parish-fish-fry-planning-committee-meeting/) - It is time to start preparing for our 2025 Lenten Friday Fish Fry's! The first fish fry is scheduled for Friday March 7th! WE are going to start with an informal meeting at the Home of Dean Rushing (657 Springvale Rd. Castle Rock, CO., ) at 6:00 PM to get our Ducks in a row,
- [General Meeting (Nov/Dec '24)](https://kofc8909.org/nov-dec-general-meeting/) - Join us for a combined November / December monthly General Meeting downstairs in the Assisi Center, 7PM - 9PM.
- [No Frills 4th Degree Exemplification](https://kofc8909.org/no-frills-4th-degree-exemplification/) - No Frills 4th Degree Exemplification - Highlands Ranch Time: 1pm - 3:30pm Date: December 7, 2024 Location: 10675 Jaguar Dr., Lone Tree, CO 80124 When: December 7, 2024 Where: Pax Christi Catholic Church, 10675 Jaguar Dr., Lone Tree, CO 80124 CLICK HERE for registration information SCHEDULE OF EVENTS (subject to change):Check-in, Coffee, and Snacks 1:00 PM - 1:45 PMCandidates escorted in
- [Turkey Bingo](https://kofc8909.org/turkey-bingo/) - Saturday November 16th at 6:00 PM in Assisi Hall Turkey Bingo is this Saturday night November 16th starting at 6:30 PM in Assisi Hall, being put on by the St. Francis Work Camp group! Although our part is small, they still need our help with the event. I have attached a Sign Up Genius for
- [Membership Drive](https://kofc8909.org/membership-drive/) - November 2nd and 3rd (after all masses). This weekend November 2nd and 3rd will be our Fall Knights membership Drive following all of the masses. Asking for Knights to help out before and after whatever mass that they attend to either pass out prayer cards as well as needing about 3 Knights to help at
- [Parish Breakfast & Blood Drive (Oct '24)](https://kofc8909.org/parish-breakfast/) - We served over 200 parishioners on Sunday October 13th for our Combined Parish Blood Drive/Pumpkin Pancake breakfast. It was a great event, and everyone enjoyed our awesome Pumpkin Pancakes! Broke in our new Griddle which worked great. Bill Urban and Alan Schonher did a masterful job flipping the "Cakes" Thanks to all who helped in
- [Holy Hour of Adoration](https://kofc8909.org/holy-hour-of-adoration/) - Sat, October 5, 4pm – 5pm St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 2746 Fifth St, Castle Rock, CO 80104
- [Planning Meeting (Nov/Dec '24)](https://kofc8909.org/nov-dec-planning-meeting/) - Join us for informal discussions and agenda generation for monthly General Meeting. Join us downstairs in the Assisi Center, 6:30 - 8:30PM.
- [St. Francis of Assisi Feast Day Lunch and Ice Cream](https://kofc8909.org/st-francis-of-assisi-feast-day-lunch-and-ice-cream/) - Sat, October 5, 1:30pm – 3:30pm St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 2746 Fifth St, Castle Rock, CO 80104
- [The Mystery of the Eucharist](https://kofc8909.org/the-mystery-of-the-eucharist-virtual/) - August 22nd, 7PM This is a Fraternal Benefit event that is offered to all Knights to help us get credit in our quest for the Star Council award! The Wheaton Agency is thrilled to sponsor this special Fraternal Benefit Event with Bishop James Golka of the Diocese of Colorado Springs and Tim Glemkowski who served
- [General Meeting (Aug '24)](https://kofc8909.org/august-general-meeting/) - Join us on the 4th Wednesday of each month for our monthly General Meeting downstairs in the Assisi Center, 7PM - 9PM.
- [General Meeting (Oct '24)](https://kofc8909.org/general-meeting/) - Join us on the 4th Wednesday of each month for our monthly General Meeting downstairs in the Assisi Center, 7PM - 9PM.
- [Planning Meeting (Oct '24)](https://kofc8909.org/planning-meeting/) - Informal discussions and agenda generation for monthly General Meeting. Join us on the lower level of Assisi Hall starting at 6:30.
- [General Meeting (Sep '24)](https://kofc8909.org/september-general-meeting/) - Join us on the 4th Wednesday of each month for our monthly General Meeting downstairs in the Assisi Center, 7PM - 9PM.
- [Planning Meeting (Sep '24)](https://kofc8909.org/planning-meeting-2/) - Join us for informal discussions and agenda generation for monthly General Meeting. Join us downstairs in the Assisi Center, 6:30 - 8:30PM.
- [Planning Meeting (Aug '24)](https://kofc8909.org/august-planning-meeting/) - Join us for informal discussions and agenda generation for monthly General Meeting. Join us downstairs in the Assisi Center, 6:30 - 8:30PM.
- [Labor Day](https://kofc8909.org/labor-day/) - The first Labor Day holiday was celebrated on Tuesday, September 5, 1882, in New York City, in accordance with the plans of the Central Labor Union. The Central Labor Union held its second Labor Day holiday just a year later, on September 5, 1883. By 1894, 23 more states had adopted the holiday, and on
- [Pope thanks Knights of Columbus, asks them to keep praying for peace](https://kofc8909.org/pope-thanks-knights-of-columbus-asks-them-to-keep-praying-for-peace/) - VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Praising the 2.1 million members of the Knights of Columbus for their faith, charity and defense of life, Pope Francis asked them to continue to pray and work for peace. "In these times marked by new wars, conflicts and social unrest, the Holy Father has been untiring in calling all Christians
- [Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary [Holy Day]](https://kofc8909.org/feast-of-the-assumption-of-the-blessed-virgin-mary-holy-day/) - Mass times: 8AM, 12PM, and 6PM at St. Francis of Assisi, Castle Rock on August 15th. The Feast of the Assumption of Mary, celebrated on August 15th, is a significant event in the Christian calendar, particularly within the Catholic and Orthodox traditions. This day commemorates the belief that the Virgin Mary was assumed body and

## Pages

- [Homepage](https://kofc8909.org/) - Welcome! – New Members Sign Up Here KofC Council 8909 St. Francis of Assisi ParishCastle Rock, CO, 80104 About Knights of Columbus – Council 8909 We are a Catholic fraternal service organization located in Castle Rock, Colorado. In service to our beautiful community and our parish St. Francis of Assisi Catholic church since May 22,
- [Scholarships](https://kofc8909.org/scholarships/) - Christian Student Service Scholarship St. Francis of Assisi Knights of Columbus Council 8909 and Ladies Auxiliary is pleased to announce the Christian Student Service Scholarship award program for graduating high school seniors.To learn more about this scholarship and to apply, click HERE.
- [Update Announcement](https://kofc8909.org/content-portal/update-announcement/) - ← Back to Content Portal Add or Update Announcement Use this page to post a short announcement that will appear on the home page for visitors. Announcements are great for reminders, volunteer needs, schedule changes, and quick heads-ups from leadership ℹ️ Quick Note our announcement publishes immediately and shows on the home page automatically.Put the
- [Content Portal](https://kofc8909.org/content-portal/) - Welcome, Content Contributors! This page is your content editing portal for the Council 8909 website. Use the options below to add new Events to the calendar, convert past Events into Memories, and create Knight / Family of the Month Spotlights or Donation Recognitions.You can also update existing content at any time to correct details or
- [Community](https://kofc8909.org/community/) - Community As Knights of Columbus, we are called to serve our family and our God. Our first principle is Charity, at home with our families and in our communities. This is a critical part of our Knights of Columbus mission. Have you ever wondered, “How can I make my community better?” Individuals can do great
- [Edit Existing Content Posts](https://kofc8909.org/content-portal/edit-existing-content-posts/) - ← Back to Content Portal Edit or Update Existing Content As a Contributor, you can use this page to update previously published events, spotlights, and donation recognitions. You may revise titles, descriptions, dates, featured images, and category selections as needed.For past events, you can also convert them into “Memories” by updating the text to reflect
- [Add Calendar Event](https://kofc8909.org/content-portal/add-calendar-event/) - ← Back to Content Portal Add a New Event to the Calendar Use this page to create a new upcoming event and add it to the Council calendar. Please have your event details, date and time, and featured image ready before submitting. ℹ️ Quick Note Use this option only for events that have not yet
- [Add Spotlight / Donation](https://kofc8909.org/content-portal/add-spotlight-donation/) - ← Back to Content Portal Add Spotlight or Donation Use this page to create a new Spotlight or Donation recognition. Please have your title, featured image, and text ready before submitting. ℹ️ Quick Note Posts publish immediately and appear in the correct place automatically.Spotlights and Donations display as all-day entries on the calendar on their
- [Ladies Auxiliary](https://kofc8909.org/aux/) - St. Francis of Assisi Ladies Auxiliary Our mission and goal as a Catholic family-oriented organization is to assist the Knights of Columbus Council 8909, St. Francis of Assisi Parish, and other community organizations through charitable works in support of our Catholic values. "Christ has no body on earth but yours, no hands but yours, no
- [Join Us](https://kofc8909.org/join-us/) - Looking to follow Jesus more closely? Contact us to Join. As the Membership Director of the Knights of Columbus at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, I’m here to welcome men into a vibrant community dedicated to serving faith, family, and community. Joining us offers men aged 18 and above a unique chance to truly
- [Resources](https://kofc8909.org/resources/) - Resource Websites Knights of Columbus Supreme Council Knights of Columbus Colorado Archdiocese of Colorado Springs St. Francis of Assisi Resource Page Blessed Michael J. McGivney Sacred Heart Jesuit Retreat House Real Presence of the Eucharist Fraternal Training and Webinars United States Council of Catholic Bishops Knights of Columbus Council Forms Daily Readings USCCB Daily Readings
- [Contact Us](https://kofc8909.org/contact-us/) - Elected Officers of Council 8909 Each year the council elects and appoints new men to take on leadership roles within our council. The following Knights were elected at the June General Meeting for the upcoming fiscal year. Congratulate them on their commitment to service.For a description of all roles, [click here]. Ken BallezGrand Knight I
- [Insurance](https://kofc8909.org/insurance/) - Protect What Matters Most. Your Life. Your Family. Your Future. In 1882, Father Michael J. McGivney founded the Knights of Columbus as an organization to provide for the financial protection of Catholic families. Since that time, the Knights has grown to include life insurance, disability income insurance, long-term care insurance, and retirement annuities. Meet with
- [Faith](https://kofc8909.org/faith/) - Faith Our goal is to strengthen our men and their families in the faith. When we entered the Order, we were reminded to constantly form ourselves in the Catholic faith. This formation goes beyond mere facts or religious practice to an authentic connection with a loving God and his son Jesus Christ. Programs in this
- [Life](https://kofc8909.org/life/) - Life The Knights of Columbus defends the dignity of each human being at every stage of life. Knights work together to build a culture of life and a civilization of love. Your council should stand ready to assist any pregnant woman in need, care for the elderly, aid the handicapped, empower those with special needs
- [Family](https://kofc8909.org/family/) - Family Our family programs are a response to a society that seeks to weaken the bonds of family. Blessed Michael McGivney’s vision for family life was not only financial and material aid but also spiritual strength, as holiness is the calling of all baptized Christians. Put plainly, the majority of our time is easily spent
- [4th Degree](https://kofc8909.org/4th-degree/) - Fourth Degree For most men who follow Jesus, there comes a time when duty extends beyond our own lives, beyond how we lead our families, and into how we serve our fellow man. That’s what the Knights of Columbus is all about. The Patriotic Degree allows knights to take this one step further. “Sir Knight”
- [Social Activities](https://kofc8909.org/social-activities/) - The Knights This Season's Statistics Wins 0 Losses 0 Ties 0 Jesus said "The last will be first..." - so we must be Doing Amazing (Matthew 20:16) Schedule 🔴 June 9th - 7:00 PM 🔴 June 16th - 8:00 PM 🔴 June 23rd - 8:00 PM 🔴 July 7th - 7:00 PM 🟢 July 14th
- [softball](https://kofc8909.org/softball/) - The Knights Softball - 2024 Season Wins 0 Losses * 0 Rainouts 0 * We are having a lot of fun and trying to stay healthy!! We have an impressive record and are a team of Firsts – Giving the other team their first victories! 🙂 Come Join Us and Cheer on your Team! The
- [Programs](https://kofc8909.org/programs/) - Faith in Action Today, a man’s work follows him home through his smartphone. At the same time, he is picking up a larger share of household responsibilities and striving to meet the intense demands of fatherhood as kids’ activities accelerate. Despite this, many men want to express their faith by working alongside peers in service
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- [Elementor Archive - Spotlights](https://kofc8909.org/?elementor_library=elementor-archive-4710) - Template: Elementor Archive – Spotlights Keith Wohlever – New Knight February 25, 2026 Welcome, Keith! Read More » Marty Hodits February Knight of the Month February 25, 2026 Thanks, Marty for all you do! Read More » January 2026 Knight of the Month February 11, 2026 Pat Chandler was selected as our Councils January 2026
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- [Elementor Archive - Donations](https://kofc8909.org/?elementor_library=elementor-archive-donations) - Template: Elementor Archive – Donations Castle Rock Firefighters Foundation January 11, 2026 St Francis of Assisi Parish Knights of Columbus Council 8909 Donating to the Castle Rock Firefighters’ Foundation Read More » Douglas County Fallen Officers Fund January 11, 2026 St Francis of Assisi Parish Knights of Columbus Council 8909 Donating to the Douglas County
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- [Elementor Single Post - Memory](https://kofc8909.org/?elementor_library=elementor-single-post-486) - Elementor Single Post – Memory March 19, 2024 Start 3/4/2026 06:30 PM – End 3/4/2026 09:00 PM Our Knights Social event/activity was at The Par Club indoor golf simulator in Castle Rock. We had foursomes in all 6 bays, and everyone had a great time! PrevPreviousElementor Footer #65 NextElementor Archive – MemoriesNext See All Some
- [Elementor Single Post - Event](https://kofc8909.org/?elementor_library=elementor-single-post-4377) - Elementor Single Post – Event Calendar Start 3/4/2026 06:30 PM – End 3/4/2026 09:00 PM Our Knights Social event/activity was at The Par Club indoor golf simulator in Castle Rock. We had foursomes in all 6 bays, and everyone had a great time!
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- [Elementor Single Post - Spotlight](https://kofc8909.org/?elementor_library=elementor-single-post-4537) - Spotlight on... Elementor Single Post – Spotlight Gary Kuntz August 28, 2024 Council 8909 was pleased to award brother knight Gary Kuntz with a Certificate of Merit for his outstanding efforts to bring the rosary to the council, the district, the state, and the nation. Gary’s efforts associated with his Knight’s Rosary and Mother Mary
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- [The Events Calendar - Dynamic template](https://kofc8909.org/?elementor_library=the-events-calendar-dynamic-template) - Start 3/4/2026 06:30 PM – End 3/4/2026 09:00 PM Our Knights Social event/activity was at The Par Club indoor golf simulator in Castle Rock. We had foursomes in all 6 bays, and everyone had a great time!
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## Donations

- [Castle Rock Firefighters Foundation](https://kofc8909.org/donation/castle-rock-firefighters-foundation/) - St Francis of Assisi Parish Knights of Columbus Council 8909 Donating to the Castle Rock Firefighters' Foundation
- [Douglas County Fallen Officers Fund](https://kofc8909.org/donation/douglas-county-fallen-officers-fund/) - St Francis of Assisi Parish Knights of Columbus Council 8909 Donating to the Douglas County Fallen Officers Fund
- [Knight's donation to the Food Bank](https://kofc8909.org/donation/knights-donation-to-the-food-bank/)
- [Douglas County Fair Donation](https://kofc8909.org/donation/douglas-county-fair-donation/) - Worthy Grand Knight Ken Ballez presented to Father Mark at our October General meeting a check for over $2600 from proceeds from our 2025 Douglas County Fair proceeds. This will go to help bring down the $ church debt. Well done Knights of Council 8909!
- [Wellspring](https://kofc8909.org/donation/wellspring/) - Council 8909’s Grand Knight Bart Keller (left) and Financial Secretary Marty Hodits (right) presenting a $1,600 check to Wellspring’s Joel Smith (Major Gifts Officer) and Nicole Devries (Executive Director). The proceeds were collected from the June 2025 Tootsie Roll Drive.
- [St. Francis of Assisi Parish](https://kofc8909.org/donation/st-francis-of-assisi-parish/)
- [Wreaths Across America](https://kofc8909.org/donation/wreaths-across-america/)
- [Birth Line](https://kofc8909.org/donation/birth-line/)
- [St. Vincent Society](https://kofc8909.org/donation/st-vincent-society/)
- [Birthline](https://kofc8909.org/donation/birthline/)
- [Fallen Officers of Douglas County](https://kofc8909.org/donation/fallen-officers-of-douglas-county/)

## Spotlights

- [Keith Wohlever - New Knight](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/keith-wohlever-new-knight/) - Welcome, Keith!
- [Marty Hodits February Knight of the Month](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/marty-hodits-february-knight-of-the-month/) - Thanks, Marty for all you do!
- [David Talafuse - New Knight](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/david-telefuse-new-knight/) - Welcome, David!
- [Todd Chwialkowski Family - January Family of the Month](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/january-family-of-the-month-todd-chwialkowski-family/) - Special thanks to the Chwialkowski Family for all your hard work and dedication!
- [Aaron Alwell](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/aaron-alwell/) - Aaron Alwell is our February Knight of the Month! Congratulations to Aaron!
- [January 2026 Knight of the Month](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/january-2026-knight-of-the-month/) - Pat Chandler was selected as our Councils January 2026 Knight of the Month! Thank you Pat for all your many behind the scenes contributions you have given to our Council! We are looking forward to your unselfish giving in our upcoming Lenten Fish Fry Season!!
- [Bob Reynolds 2025 Knight of the Year](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/bob-reynolds-2025-knight-of-the-year/) - Thanks for all you have done for the council, community, and the parish in 2025!
- [The Kellers - 2025 Family of the Year](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/the-kellers-2025-family-of-the-year/) - Congratulations to Bart and Katie for being the Knight's family of the year for 2025! Thanks for all you do for the Council and the St. Francis of Assisi Parish!
- [Robert Reisch November Knight of the Month](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/november-knight-of-the-month-robert-reisch/) - Congratulations Robert!
- [Rick Eddy December Knight of the Month](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/rick-eddy-december-knight-of-the-month/) - Thanks for all your good works Rick!
- [Don Frew October Knights Family of the Month](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/don-frew-october-knights-family-of-the-month/) - Don Frew and his wife Missy have been very instrumental with our Council as well as with the Food Pantry and donating their time and efforts to helping these ministries. Don and Missy were in charge of the Pepsi Trailer at the Douglas County Fair this year. They are both active in the monthly Food
- [Calvin Weatherly October Knight of the Month](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/8194-2/) - Calvin Weatherly was selected as our Councils October Knight of the Month. Cal is a Past Grand Knight and recently completed his duties as Trustee for our Council. He was very instrumental in our efforts at this years Douglas County Fair both on and off the scene! Congratulations Cal, Well deserved!
- [Star Council Award](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/star-council-award/) - This month at the Council meeting, our Council received the Star Council Award for events and activities we accomplished and celebrated during the 24-25 Fraternal Year. Adam Nardi District Deputy presented the Plaque to me on behalf of our Council 8909. This is the highest honor a Council can attain, and we are very proud
- [Gabe Perez September 2025 Family of the Month](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/gabe-perez-september-2025-family-of-the-month/) - Congratulations to the Perez family for their outstanding support!
- [August 2025 Family of the Month - Margheim Family](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/september-2025-family-of-the-month-margheim-family/) - Congratulations, and a big THANK YOU for your coordination of the 2025 St. Francis of Assisi Golf Outing!
- [September 2025 Knight of the Month Bob Disher](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/bob-disher-september-2025-knight-of-the-month/) - Congratulations, Bob!
- [August 2025 Knight of the Month Juan Vazquez](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/august-2025-knight-of-the-month-juan-vazquez/) - Congratulations Juan!
- [April Family of the Month Yarcho Family](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/yarcho-family-april-family-of-the-month/) - Congratulations to the Yarcho family!
- [Joseph Castellano](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/joseph-castellano-2/) - Congratulations to Joseph Castellano, our June 2025 Knight of the Month!
- [John Svisco](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/john-svisco-2/) - Congratulations to the July 2025 Knight of the Month, John Svisco!
- [Keller Family](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/keller-family/) - Congratulations to the Keller family for their outstanding support to the Knights organization. Thanks to Bart for his support as Grand Knight for the past 2 years!
- [May Knight of the Month Larry Callin](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/may-knight-of-the-month-larry-callin/) - Council 8909 would like to Honor Larry Callin as our May Knight of the Month. Larry has been a welcome face to helping and setting up for our Events over the past 3 months. He was there to help set up the Hall and make coffee every Friday before we served our Fish at the Fish
- [April Knight of the Month Dick Harding](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/april-knight-of-the-month-dick-harding/) - Our Council would like to Honor Dick Harding as our April Knight of the Month. Dick has been an absolute rock in our Council making himself available for all of the Knights Events and Activities; when he is not at an Avalanche Hockey Game! He was most appreciated for Helping with Cutting Fish and Serving
- [March Knight of the Month Bob Reynolds](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/march-knight-of-the-month-bob-reynolds/) - Bob is a new Knight that recently joined in January of this year and has been a welcome addition to our Council. He has jumped right in in every aspect of our Councils mission of Charity, Unity, and Fraternity! He has stepped up and been very instrumental in our Lenten Fish Fry Event in preparing
- [March Family of the Month Mick Harper](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/march-family-of-the-month-mick-harper/) - Mick Harper and Family in the Month of March have been all Rock Stars every Friday night at our Lenten Fish Fry event. From his Daughter Mary helping with AHG! Nathan and his High School Buddies keeping our kitchen and dishes clean and Mick is there late every night to be sure that everything is
- [Manuel Garcia](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/manuel-garcia/) - "Manny" is a very active member of our Council along with involvement with the parish with the Hospitality Ministry. In January he was an inspiration to all of the kids participating in our Knights of Columbus Free throw competition we held at Rock Ridge Elementary School gym. He is always available to help out wherever needed! Thank
- [Joe and Gloria Nussbaum](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/joe-and-gloria-nussbaum/) - Joe has been a longstanding presence in the Knights of Columbus here at St. Francis of Assisi for many years. He has directed many young men into the Council over the years, I included! Though his health has been poor recently he still is involved and wants to help when and where he can. He
- [John Farr](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/john-farr-2/) - Our November Knight of the Month is John Farr John is a Third Degree Knight who joined our Council in December of 2020. He has been an active member with helping out where and whenever he can. John was very helpful when the Knights were asked to monitor the flow of people to see the
- [Chris Ybarra](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/chris-ybarra-2/) - The December Knight of the Month award goes to Chris Ybarra. Chris is a Third Degree Knight who joined our Council and exemplified in March of 2020. Chris has been very helpful with videoing many of the Events the Knights, Inferno, and the Church put on. He was responsible for videotaping the recent Men's Inferno
- [Brian Dupuis](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/brian-dupuis-2/) - 2024 Knight of the Year
- [Hennessey Family](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/hennessey-family/) - 2024 Family of the Year.
- [Matt Jaques Family](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/matt-jaques-family/) - Our October Family of the Month goes to Matt and Jamie Jaques. Matt and Jamie were very helpful and supportive with our involvement with the 80th Birthday celebration of Deacon Tom, helping with serving on the Feast Day of St. Francis at the church and sharing their time with serving up Pumpkin Pancakes at our
- [Patrick Hennessey](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/patrick-hennessey/) - Our August Knight of the Month also goes to Patrick Hennessey. Patrick has worked very diligently over the past few months in revamping our outdated Council 8909 Website. He brought it to a new life in July and August of this year and it continues to grow and expand with its unlimited potential! Thank You
- [Gary Kuntz](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/gary-kuntz/) - Council 8909 was pleased to award brother knight Gary Kuntz with a Certificate of Merit for his outstanding efforts to bring the rosary to the council, the district, the state, and the nation. Gary’s efforts associated with his Knight’s Rosary and Mother Mary Ministries have been his passion for over 20 years and has distributed
- [Father McGivney Award](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/father-mcgivney-award/) - Presentation of the 23-24 Father McGivney Award for exceeding Membership Quota. Presenter is Adam Nardi, District 9 Deputy for the Knights of Columbus
- [Don Billings & Family](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/don-billings-family/) - No family at St. Francis of Assisi stood out more than Don Billings' did during the Douglas County Fair this past year. Don and his family are recognized for their outstanding support to Council 8909's presence at the 2024DC Fair.
- [Deacon Tom Liotta](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/deacon-tom-liotta/) - Council 8909 was pleased to award Deacon Tom Liotta with a Certificate of Merit for his years of service at a reception held in his honor at St. Francis of Assisi Parish. Deacon Tom Liotta has moved to Colorado Springs after serving St. Francis of Assisi parish for eighteen (18) years. This is not good-bye
- [Dale Fledderman](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/dale-fledderman/) - Our September Knight of the Month goes to Dale Fledderman. Dale took on the task of spearheading our Fall 2024 Tootsie Roll Drive. This took place on Saturday September 14th at three area King Soopers markets as well as handing out tootsie rolls and collecting donations following each of the masses that weekend! Total donations
- [Brian Dupuis](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/brian-dupuis/) - Our August Knight of the Month goes to Brian Dupuis. Brian was very involved in making sure that our 2024 Douglas County Fair and Rodeo was a Great success. He was there every morning to help set up in Kirk Hall and keep things stocked and going. He helped not only with set-up but was
- [Bob Vanderland](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/bob-vanderland/) - One of our September Knights of the Month. Bob lives in Castle Pines very close to the King Soopers where we had our Tootsie Roll drive for those with Special Needs. He was on site all day to help with handing out Tootsie Rolls and collecting. Bob is a very popular person in that area
- [Donald Frew](https://kofc8909.org/spotlight/donald-fren/) - Our October Knight of the Month is Donald Frew. Don was very instrumental in Council 8909 preparation, help, and serving lunch at the " In God We Trust " Patriotic event in Aurora Colorado in September. His involvement with the Food Bank every month exemplifies his spirit towards charity which is one of the Knights mission

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