Special Notes regarding the Meeting Minutes

In an effort to make the minutes more concise and accurate, the contact information for officers, directors and chairmen are replaced by a link where their email and phone are provided along with a description of their position.  Team leads’ that are not officers, directors or chairmen have their contact information listed in a table at the end of the minutes.

Call to Order: Grand Knight Greg Peters: February 24, 2026, 7:05pm

·         Total in attendance: 35 Brothers

·         Officers Attendance Report: End of this report

Burning candle memorial: Deputy Grand Knight Ron White

·         For the Canonization of Blessed Michael McGivney

Opening Prayer: Hail Mary led by the GK

Pledge of Allegiance: All

Special Guests:  None

Visitors: None

Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting: A motion was made, and seconded, to approve the January 27 Meeting Minutes. There was no discussion on the motion and the Minutes were approved unanimously.

Financial Reports:

·         Treasurer Report: Treasurer Bud Tascone

·         Financial Secretary Report: Financial Secretary Cary Newman

·         Dues-122 paid, 31 unpaid, 46 not billed (life members and other situations).  We are in the 3rd stage of billing- will contact each of the 31 and if dues are not paid then they go to the State Council and come off our books.

·         640 raffle tickets sold- 60 left and contact brother Newman if you would like additional.

Chaplain Report:  The Chancellor read the Chaplain’s Supreme Challenge to the Council.

·         February 2026 Supreme Chaplain's Monthly Challenge

·         “Blessed are you when they insult you and persecute you and utter every kind of evil against you [falsely] because of me.” (Gospel for Feb. 1, Mt 5:11) In the next verse, Jesus continues, “Thus they persecuted the prophets who were before you” (Mt 5:12b). His words imply that his disciples are prophets in their own right, following after the prophets of old. Indeed, as his disciples, we become priests, prophets and kings by virtue of our baptism. In our prophetic role, we are called to speak God’s truth even when it is unpopular in the eyes of the world.

·         Challenge by Supreme Chaplain Archbishop William E. Lori: This month, I challenge you to learn more about the Church’s teachings on one or two contemporary issues that you are concerned about, so that you can better defend the truth when an opportunity arises. Look to the Catechism of the Catholic Church and booklets from the Order’s Catholic Information Service (kofc.org/cis) as resources.

·         Questions for Reflection: Do you shy away from speaking the truth because you fear opposition or repercussions? Does your silence on issues of faith or morals sometimes give others the false impression of agreement? How do you make sure you are being respectful and charitable to others when speaking the truth?

Membership Report: Membership Director Ray Repage

·         We currently have 201 members. We have a 3 Anglo and 5 Latino potentials to meet our annual goal. The next membership drive will be May 15-17.

Programs Reports: Program Director Larry Greer

·         Faith Director Report: Faith Director John Clyatt

·         COR (Heart) Program – COR continues to meet the Wednesdays of each month from 7 to 8:30pm in the John Henry Newman room. Starting the Lenten study from the St. Paul Center now.  I warmly invite others to join us. Contact John Clyatt.

·         Quarterly Knights Mass - We need at least Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMoHC) for each Mass. Whichever Mass you regularly attend, please consider becoming an EMoHC.  We also need more brothers for readers and ushers.  If you are willing to step up, let us know.  All are encouraged to attend wearing your council name badges or shirts to support the many Knights who will participate as Ushers, Greeters, EMoHCs, Readers, and choir members. Stay tuned for the date and time in 1st Quarter; the Latino brothers will oversee this one with our help. Points of contact for this effort are Mike Krawcyzk and Miguel Saldana.

·         Lenten Dinners 5-6pm in the social hall followed by Stations of the Cross at 6:30pm.

·         Family Director Report: Family Director John Danchisko

·         Faith in Films Series (Movie night) February 14, 6:30pm in the Parish Hall was The Sound of Music.  32 attended.  $115 donated. Next film is March 7 at 6:30pm is Shadowlands. Joe D’Alessandro welcomes any suggestions of films to screen. For any questions/comments or to volunteer, reach out to Joe D’Alessandro.

·         Nominations each month for Family of the Month and Knight of the Month - Send to John Danchisko and copy Larry Greer.

·         Community Director Report: Community Director Ray Repage

·         Knight’s Breakfast is co-chaired Joe D’Alessandro, Ray Repage and Bob Stevens, and mentored by George Schadt. February 8, $761 donated, $398.87 spend, $372.03 net which will be used for our various charitable programs. Attendance was 140, down from our 177 last month. Thank you to all for a great team effort. Our March Breakfast will be on the 8th. Future dates are May 31 and starts after the 9:30am Mass. Help is needed for grill, hot table serving, beverage table serving, set up and clean up. Contact Joe D’Alessandro.

·         Habitat for Humanity home build: April 18 is the next date. Contact is Ron White if interested in helping.

·         Sleep In Heavenly Peace is a national program that builds beds for needy children.  The local chapter’s website is https://shpbeds.org/chapter/nc-wilmington/.  Watch this video to get a taste for the program.  The February 21 build at Independence Mall had two representatives of our council.  POC is Greg Decker.

·         Fish Fry for Lent March 20 from 5-6pm before Stations of the Cross. Contact the GK or Joe D’Alessandro if you can help.

·         Support to the Marathon February 28 from 5:30-8:00am. See our website’s Signups tab.  It will be the same as last year.  We still need volunteers.

·         Life Director Report: Life Director Michael Breit

·         Prayer vigil supporting Life: A reminder of Wednesday's 9–10am vigil at the corner of 16th Street and Hospital Plaza Drive. It lasts about an hour.  We could use more support. Contact is Larry Greer.

·         Wilmington March for Life: The annual Wilmington March for life will be held on February 28 at Long Leaf Park. Note we also have the Wilmington Marathon scheduled for that morning. Additional Details to follow.

·         LAMB: Chairman Tim Niggel

·         You can now go to our site and directly contribute to LAMB. Funds are used to support Special Olympics and programs for students and adults with disabilities. I’ll bet you always wondered what’s the story behind the Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll drive.  Here is the answer.

·         Polar Plunge: The 2026 annual Polar Plunge was held February 21 and we had 7 participants.

·         Knights on Call: Chairman Mike Alexander

·         Program to help others.  If you want to join this group or if help is needed, send your info to Mike and he will send e mail out looking for volunteers. These efforts are to help parishioners with short term, easy projects and not long-term requirements. YTD – 13.5 hrs. Thank you for your dedication to helping others. 

Fourth Degree Report: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

·         Monthly meetings are the third Tuesday at 7pm.  Location is being rotated among parishes.  Go to the site for details - https://kofc2017.org/  Next meeting is March 17 at 7:00pm at St. Mark Parish Hall.

·         There will be an exemplification on Saturday, March 21, at All Saints Catholic Church in Hampstead.  We won’t see another one so close in years. Assembly’s membership chair is Greg Decker.

·         Stations of the Cross- at St. Stanislaus this Friday (February 27) for the Fourth Degree and next month for the council (March 27).  Both are open to anyone.

·         St. Patrick’s Day Parade – We may participate in the parade on March 14.  Stay tuned to the assembly’s website.

Fraternity:

·         Brothers Brewery Night - Brother Joe Damitz is the lead. He can be reached at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 910-409-2640. Purpose- Fraternity, especially getting to meet new Knights. Location – Kickback Jack’s located at 418 S College Road.  Next event date pending.

·         Bocce Ball - Mike Alexander is lead, contact Mike if you would like to join the team.  No experience needed. Bocce practice has begun at Empie Park every Wednesday 10:00am. Open to all Knights of Columbus.

·         Golf Tournament - The annual tournament is April 13 and will be at Castle Bay. The play begins with registration and snacks at 8:00 and proceeds onto a shotgun start by 9:00. Snacks and refreshments will be available throughout play with lunch and awards following immediately after play. We got three new sponsors but more players and sponsors needed. See Golf Outing for details.

·         Spiritual Retreat March 7- See Signups for more information and to register.

·         St Patrick’s Day Party March 14.  6-10pm St. Mark Social Hall. Sign up is on our council site.

Latino Roundtable:  GK Peters reported.

·         The Latino Roundtable meets on the 2nd & 4th Thursdays of each month in the Juan Diego Room from 7-8:30pm. The roundtable currently has 15 members, they have three men interested in membership and have set a goal of 10 new members for 2025. Brother Diaz had to resign as lead due to work and Brother Martinez is stepping up to replace him.

Unfinished Business: Any motion tabled from the prior meeting. 

·         According to Council By-Laws, we are required to vote for the second time at a second meeting to approve donating up to $10,000 to St. Mark Church for the purpose of purchasing statues of the Blessed Mother and Saint Joseph for the altar as a gift for the 50th Anniversary of the Parish, as it exceeds the Council maximum amount of be gifted that was not part of the Council budget. The reason for voting on this motion for the second month in a row was explained and a motion to approved this again was made and seconded.  In discussion there were 3 discussion points. 1) Where was the money coming from? Answer- our CD. 2) Who will purchase the statues?  Answer- this is being worked with the Raleigh diocese.  3) Why not donate to the poor?  Answer- we have donated $29K to that area in 2025 and we wanted to give something to Saint Mark to recognize the 50th Anniversary.  Following this discussion, a vote was taken for the second consecutive month and was unanimously approved.

·         Super Bowl Pool - $900 net to the council.

New Business:  

·         Final Four Pool - Brother Fran Riley will be setting up a pool as a Life program.  It will be set up like the Monday Night Football Pool.  $10 per block with payouts for the three games of $125, $125 and $250. Stay tuned for your chance to participate.

Miscellaneous:

Grand Knight’s Report: GK Greg Peters

·         Previously discussed under Program Director Report and New Business

Good of the Order:

·         Family of the Month –

·         Knight of the Month –Bob Stevens

Prayers for Brothers in Need:

·         Names in the Prayers Book plus Father Greg Spencer, Brothers Joe Helman and Larry Greer.

Next Meeting: March 24 at 7:15pm

Closing Prayer: Our Father by GK.

Meeting Adjourned:  7:35pm

Minutes completed by Recorder:  Sean Murphy