As committed as the Knights of Columbus are to the Catholic Church, we are also committed to our community. One of the ways in which we of the Alex Semel Council at St. John of the Cross evidence our commitment to the community is by annually providing financial support to Special Olympics. Special Olympics provides year-round […]

Recently students  participated in the Knights of Columbus Substance Abuse Awareness Poster Contest sponsored by the Alex Semel Council of the Knights of Columbus, St. John of the Cross Catholic Church. The three finalists from Lake Castle School were awarded a certificate and $50 for their achievements in the local competition. The names in the […]

Lent is not only a time of sacrifice but also a time to do something extra for our Lord. Although the Knights are preparing for our parish fish frys, they found time for a service project. On Saturday, February 21, a group of about one dozen Knights converged on a house in Slidell to build […]

Recently several members expanded the outdoor cooking area at the community center by adding a clement slab, cover, and gas lines. David Guttierrez built a work bench that will make food prep and clean up much easier.  Boy Scouts from troop 365 participated in the Knights’ work day.  Steve Chabreck brought his tractor which expedited […]

 On Sunday January 18 a special mass was held for the Knights  to show fraternal support for the order and important of family. Thanks to 4th Assembly 1635 from Slidell and St.  John’s 4th Degree Knights for making this event so elegant.