Knight of Columbus
Michael James Feider Council # 7048
Contact: Grand Knight-Jim Wagnitz (262) 278-9850
Mission: The Knights of Columbus is a fraternal organization of Catholic men age 18 and older, founded in 1882 by Father Michael McGivney, whose foundation is based on charity, which is our 1st degree. We work together with other organizations, both social and religious, to provide assistance to disadvantaged, underprivileged and disabled persons in need during difficult times.
The Knights of Columbus Council 7048 of St. James are awarding three $1000. college scholarships to qualified graduating high school seniors who plan on attending college next fall and one $500 scholarship for a continuing education candidate. The 2024 application form for first year college applicants and the continuing education applicants is one and the same and can be found here. Fill out the form completely, print the form and mail to the address specified on the form. Applications must be received by June 30 th 2024.
Activities: We sponsor different social events to raise funds including:
- 27th Annual Falzarano, Memorial-AKA KC Card Party
- Bob Chapman Annual Memorial Open Golf Jamboree
- Sock Hop
- Pancake breakfasts
- Tootsie Roll & Life Saver Collections
- Midnight Magic Brat Stand
- Fish Frys
- Keep Christ in Christmas Breakfast
Programs: We sponsor events that benefit the community:
• Sponsor Franciscan seminarian and religious vocations
• Usher at Mass
• Fund college scholarships-Michael James-Fieder Council #7048 Fund
• Respect for Life Essay contest
• Poster & Knowledge contests
• Punt, Pass & Kick and Free Throw contests
• Highway ES cleanup
Meetings: St. James Parish Center Room 7. Check the google calendar for dates and time.