Knights of Columbus
Founded by Blessed Fr. Michael J. McGivney, the Knights of Columbus Supreme Council was chartered March 29, 1882 in New Haven, Connecticut. The Knights of Columbus, one of the nation's oldest fraternal orders, offers many programs for its members and their families (http://www.kofc.org/un/en/members/for-councils/index.html). The Knights of Columbus insurance program offers security for surviving loved ones and can also build equity for retirement years (http://www.kofc.org/un/en/insurance/index.html). Knights of Columbus is a worldwide organization with over two million members.
Membership: all Catholic men, 18 years or older, who practice their faith may apply at any time; can begin online. Transfer into our Council from another Council can be granted at any time.
St. John Council 3738
The St. John Council was chartered as Council 3738 on November 15, 1953. Our members include Catholic gentlemen from parishes of Holy Trinity, Our Lady of Mount Carmel, and others in the surrounding communities. Knights are committed to Church and community involvement, especially the intellectually disabled.
Council Membership: We have over 200 members. Annual Dues are $50.00. Regular Meetings: The 2nd Tuesday of every month at 7:30 PM in the Council Hall, 25 N. Cass Avenue.
Council Activities
Our council offers many activities in four areas. To learn more about these Faith in Action programs please see (https://www.kofc.org/en/what-we-do/faith in-action-programs/index.html). You may also contact our activities directors listed below by phone (630.969.3738) or email:
• Program Director—Brad Alexander
• Faith Director — Dave Ortman
Family Director — Rob Kaiser
• Community Director — Hank Anzelone
• Life Director — Dave Skrzypczynski
• Youth Director — Andrew Lewandowski
Bingo
provided on Sundays from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Elk's Lodge in Elmhurst. There is a separate team for each week of the month. Time commitment = 3-5 hours one Sunday per month. Contact = Hank Anzelone.
Intellectual Disabilities Drive
known by its sales of Tootsie Rolls. The drive lasts for two weekends in September. Activities vary depending on the service location. Time commitment = 2-4 hours. Contact = Dave Skrzypczynski.
Cruisin' Nights
occurs at the Hall and its court yard on Thursdays during the Summer as part of the Village of Westmont's observance. There are two to three teams, only one serving at a time. Time commitment = 4 hours. Contact = Rick Vath.
Vocation Raffle Books
are sold in the fall as part of the Illinois Knights of Columbus fundraising to support the education of clergy. A portion of each council's sales is rebated back. Time commitment = variable; this activity is spread over time. Contact = Jim Anzelone.
Poker
Poker is provided quarterly for one evening at nearby locations. One session has two people who are required to be present only. Time commitment = 4 hours. Contact = Dave Ortman.
Fish Fry
on the seven Fridays in Lent takes place at the Hall. There are two to three teams, only one serving at a time. Time commitment = 4 hours. Contact = Rick Vath.
Reverse Raffle
is a gala held on one evening in October. There are multiple service opportunities. Time commitment = 4 hours. Contacts = Steve Conklin and Rich Carroll.
Coats for Kids
does what the name implies by raising funds to purchase coats to be distributed to elementary school children with demonstrated needs in Westmont and surrounding areas. Time commitment = variable over multiple events. Contact = Rich Carroll.
St. John Council Officers
