My name is Phil Motz. I’m here to say a few words about the Knights of Columbus. The Knights work to support our faith, families, community, and life. The order is dedicated to the principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism.
I joined the Knights about 5 years ago. What drew me to the Knights is, …that I just kept bumping into them. My wife asked me to go to the Sharonville abortion center to say the rosary one Saturday, …the Knights were there. I went to help pound crosses into the church front lawn to remind us of the babies lost to abortion, …the Knights were there. This kept happening, so I took it as a sign and joined.
I found out that the Knights of Columbus allows you to serve as much or as little as you want, on your schedule. We serve the Church and community in a multitude of ways. Some of the activities I have worked on include:
- Super Bowl Pizza Sale – we help make the pizza
- Pancake Breakfasts – including wives and families
- Veterans Day Collection for Cincinnati VA
- Old St Mary’s Baby Bottle Campaign
- Habitat for Humanity
- Madeira Independence Day Parade
- St. Gertrude Festival
But, it’s not just all about activities and charitable giving that the Knights are really great at. Considering today’s world, just spending time with fellow Catholic men is also refreshing and gratifying. The Knights of Columbus has challenged me in my faith to be a better husband, father, and man.
So, I challenge and invite you to join our council today, to live out your faith in the spirit of charity.
Thank You and God Bless!