The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic fraternal service organization. Founded in the United States in 1882, it is named in honor of Christopher Columbus. The Knights of Columbus has grown from several members in one council to more than 14,000 councils and 1.8 million members worldwide. Membership is limited to practicing Catholic men aged 18 or older.
Throughout its history, the Order has helped families obtain economic security and stability through its life insurance, annuity and long-term care programs. It gives millions of dollars annually to charities and its members perform millions of hours of voluntary service.
Information for our local Knights of Columbus Councils can be found below. If you are interested in joining one of the Councils or you would like more information, please call the contact person listed for the Council or call the regional parish office 360-532-8300.
For more information on Knights of Columbus organization, please visit the national Knights of Columbus website: www.kofc.org
The Hoquiam Knights of Columbus Council 1674 meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of every month (during the pandemic, we are not holding our meeting on the 4th Wednesday). The first meeting is the business meeting and the second is our social meeting. Meetings are held at 7:00 p.m. in the Our Lady of Good Help lounge (in the Gym). Membership is open to all Catholic Men.
Contact Person: George Renville, Grand Knight, 360-533-6137
| Deputy Grand Knight | Silverio Jimenez |
| Treasurer | Harry Paul |
| Financial Secretary | Larry Wiechelman |
We offer financial support to parish programs, Saint Mary School, and the community - "In Service to One. In Service to All."
Contact person: Malachy Moran, Grand Knight, malachyjr@gmail.com
The Knights serve the Church, our community, and our country by acts of faith and charity. Knights put their faith into action through activities that build faith (e.g., praying the Rosary, attending Holy Hour), honor the family (e.g., recognize a Family of the Month, celebrate Family Week, and keep Christ in Christmas), support the community (e.g., helping people with disabilities, disaster preparedness, and the Camino de Ocean Shores), and respect the sanctity of human life (e.g., Pregnancy Center Support, Special Olympics, and the Silver Rose). Discover for yourself. Catholic men over 18 years old, you are welcome to drop in to observe our work on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 4:00 p.m. in the social hall. You may volunteer to just help us even as you take time to decide to join. Then when you’re ready – we’ll welcome you to the Knights.
Knights honor a Family of the Month
The Council meets on the on the first Wednesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. in the basement of St. Joseph's. The Council was originally founded under the leadership of Father Michael Wagner. The Council’s focus is on Charity and remaining as the strong right of the Parish to support and assist the Pastor and Priests who serve the Parish.
| Grand Knight | James Vosper (360) 280-6390 |
| Deputy Grand Knight | Darryl Druznianich |
| Treasurer | Mike Kimbrel |
| Financial Secretary | Martin Kimbrel |
The basic tenets of Charity, Unity, and Fraternity are the guiding principles of the Council.