https://kofc9924.org RSS feeds for Council 9924 | Knights of Columbus 60 https://kofc9924.org/What-We-Do/Events/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/10775/Fifth-Sunday-Rosary-on-Saturday-Sunday-November-28th-29th--Volunteers-Needed#Comments 0 https://kofc9924.org/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=1383&ModuleID=3720&ArticleID=10775 https://kofc9924.org:443/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=10775&PortalID=17&TabID=1383 https://kofc9924.org/What-We-Do/Events/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/10775/Fifth-Sunday-Rosary-on-Saturday-Sunday-November-28th-29th--Volunteers-Needed Fifth Sunday Rosary on Saturday & Sunday, November 28th & 29th - Volunteers Needed The weekend of November 28th/29th is the Fifth Sunday in November and the Knights will lead our Parish in praying the Rosary prior to all Masses. For each Mass we need 5 Brothers, each of whom will pray one decade of the Rosary.  Please sign-up using the link below and indicate if you can be the "Leader" for your selected Mass. For all new Brothers, we meet in the front Pew near the Church Lectern 30 minutes before Mass. Click Here to Volunteer Let us endeavor through the prayers of the Holy Rosary to deepen our gratitude for the mystery of our Baptismal rebirth in Christ. Contact Chairman Bob Burhoe at 941-716-3243 with any question for this event.   Bob Rinda Sun, 01 Nov 2026 11:02:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:10775 https://kofc9924.org/What-We-Do/Events/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/10770/Food-Collection--Saturday-Sunday-November-28th-29th#Comments 0 https://kofc9924.org/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=1383&ModuleID=3720&ArticleID=10770 https://kofc9924.org:443/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=10770&PortalID=17&TabID=1383 https://kofc9924.org/What-We-Do/Events/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/10770/Food-Collection--Saturday-Sunday-November-28th-29th The Food Collection Needs YOU! November 28th & 29th Before all Masses CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER If you can't volunteer, please consider bringing in some food or making a food bank donation. However, note that our new Zeffy payment platform automatically adds a tip at checkout. This tip is optional and can be adjusted to any amount of $0 or more. Please be aware that these tips are non-refundable, as they go to Zeffy, so please review the total before submitting your donation. CLICK HERE TO DONATE Thank-you, Bob Nowicki Bob Rinda Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:06:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:10770 https://kofc9924.org/What-We-Do/Events/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/10764/St-Bernadette-Relics-Tour#Comments 0 https://kofc9924.org/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=1383&ModuleID=3720&ArticleID=10764 https://kofc9924.org:443/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=10764&PortalID=17&TabID=1383 https://kofc9924.org/What-We-Do/Events/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/10764/St-Bernadette-Relics-Tour St. Bernadette Relics Tour Stopping at OLL Bob Rinda Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:49:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:10764 https://kofc9924.org/What-We-Do/Events/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/10740/Knights-Membership-Recruitment-Drive--Fall-2026#Comments 0 https://kofc9924.org/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=1383&ModuleID=3720&ArticleID=10740 https://kofc9924.org:443/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=10740&PortalID=17&TabID=1383 https://kofc9924.org/What-We-Do/Events/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/10740/Knights-Membership-Recruitment-Drive--Fall-2026 In Service To One.  In Service To All WE NEED YOU TO JOIN US Please visit us before or after Mass on Saturday, November 14th or Sunday, November 15th to learn how you can:  Be part of the community Help those in need in your community Participate in a variety of events for you and your family Feel the confidence of having the support of your brother Knights Make new friends Brother Knights, We need your help for the November 14th & 15th  Recruiting Drive before & after all the Masses (about 20-30 minutes each slot). For the newer Brothers we will provide promotional materials beforehand, but oftentimes the personal touch is more effective. As an added incentive the Knights of Columbus (National) is providing an incentive to recruit new members into the Knights of Columbus.  Any Knight recruiting 2 new members between September 1 and December 31st will receive 2 tickets to the $2,000 Cash Prize.  If you recruit a total of 4 new members, you will receive 4 tickets.  Please see the promotional material below. For purposes of determining who recruited the new members we will use the Name & Member# of the proposer of the new member recorded in Box 5 of Form 100 from the November 14th & 15th Recruiting Drive. Thank-you for all you do for our Council, Vivant Jesus, Eric B Grand Knight Council 9924 Click Here to Volunteer WITH Recruiting Bob Rinda Thu, 15 Oct 2026 22:34:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:10740 https://kofc9924.org/What-We-Do/Events/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/10739/The-New-York-Tenors--The-Spirit-of-Christmas#Comments 0 https://kofc9924.org/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=1383&ModuleID=3720&ArticleID=10739 https://kofc9924.org:443/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=10739&PortalID=17&TabID=1383 https://kofc9924.org/What-We-Do/Events/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/10739/The-New-York-Tenors--The-Spirit-of-Christmas The Spirit of New York comes alive at Christmas time with the voices of  Daniel Rodriguez, Andy Cooney and Emilio Pons, The New York Tenors. Join us as these three stars of Carnegie Hall, who have also filled the rafters of St. Patrick's Cathedral, backed by the Big Apple Ensemble, bring an uplifting show filled with Christmas, Broadway, Opera, Inspirational and Patriotic songs that will leave you totally inspired!  Date & Time:  Sun, Dec 6, 2026 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM  (Doors open at 2:15 PM) Location: The Venice Community Center 326 Nokomis Avenue South Venice, Florida 34285   Ticket Price $51.54 and $62.05 (first 20 rows)   Purchase Tickets   Bob Rinda Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:05:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:10739 https://kofc9924.org/What-We-Do/Events/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/10738/Our-Lady-of-Lourdes-40th-Anniversary-Gala--Sponsorship-Individual-Tickets#Comments 0 https://kofc9924.org/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=1383&ModuleID=3720&ArticleID=10738 https://kofc9924.org:443/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=10738&PortalID=17&TabID=1383 https://kofc9924.org/What-We-Do/Events/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/10738/Our-Lady-of-Lourdes-40th-Anniversary-Gala--Sponsorship-Individual-Tickets Our Lady of Lourdes 40th Anniversary Gala Sponsorship & Individual Tickets Sponsorship  A Letter from Father Jay:   Individual Tickets Bob Rinda Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:49:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:10738 https://kofc9924.org/What-We-Do/Events/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/10734/Our-Lady-of-Lourdes-Bingo--November-2026#Comments 0 https://kofc9924.org/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=1383&ModuleID=3720&ArticleID=10734 https://kofc9924.org:443/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=10734&PortalID=17&TabID=1383 https://kofc9924.org/What-We-Do/Events/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/10734/Our-Lady-of-Lourdes-Bingo--November-2026 BINGO! Volunteers from the Knights of Columbus Council 9924 are proud to assist the Parish and the Council of Catholic Women (CCW) to continue bringing the fun and fellowship of Bingo to Our Lady of Lourdes Church throughout the year.  Join us the first Monday of each month for a great evening of fellowship while supporting this charity event!   Volunteers Needed! To make this event a success, we’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to fill key roles: CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER Bob Rinda Mon, 12 Oct 2026 17:11:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:10734 https://kofc9924.org/What-We-Do/Events/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/10730/Knights-of-Columbus-Blood-Drive--Sunday-November-15#Comments 0 https://kofc9924.org/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=1383&ModuleID=3720&ArticleID=10730 https://kofc9924.org:443/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=10730&PortalID=17&TabID=1383 https://kofc9924.org/What-We-Do/Events/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/10730/Knights-of-Columbus-Blood-Drive--Sunday-November-15 Knights of Columbus Blood Drive Click to make an Appointment 💙Appreciation Statements from OneBlood's Message My Donor Program💙 To my fellow blood donor, thank you. During a recent hospitalization, I unexpectedly needed a blood transfusion. As someone who has donated more than two gallons of blood myself over the years, I've always known donations save lives - but this was the first time I found myself on the receiving end. Because of you, I received the blood I needed and am now recovering at home with my wife and family. We will probably never meet, but please know your generosity made a real difference in my life. From one donor to another, thank you. Thank You for your generous donation of blood. My wife has been battling a life-threatening disease for 4 years and contracted a dangerous infection that put her in the Hospital for 8 days. It came on so quick I was unable to donate myself. With your donation of blood that she received it allowed her to replenish herself enough that we are now home and recovering. As a blood donor myself, I appreciate what you did, it truly made a difference for us. It's the small things in life that make a difference and this is one of them. Thanks Again. Dear Donor, Thank you so much for your donation of blood. You saved our little girl during her surgery to fix her hip dysplasia. We cannot thank you enough for donating and saving her life. We wish we could thank you in person. She spent 9 days in the hospital but we are happy to say she is back home and recovering. Her two little sisters and us can't thank you enough, that we have her here smiling and laughing again.Thank you again from the bottom of our hearts for helping save our little girl. Dear Blood Donor, Although we will likely never meet, I wanted to express my deepest gratitude for your decision to donate blood. Recently, I needed a blood transfusion, and because of someone like you, I received the blood that helped me when I needed it most. In a moment when I was vulnerable and dependent on the kindness of others, your generosity made a real difference in my life.Donating blood is a selfless act that often goes unrecognized, but please know that your gift has a profound impact. You gave not just blood, but hope, strength, and the opportunity for healing. Thank you for taking the time to help a stranger. Your compassion and willingness to give have touched my life in a way that words can hardly express. With sincere appreciation! Just wanted to let you know that your unit of blood helped save a 10-year-old boy who was hit by a car in Florida. Thank you for donating. Please Share this information with your family, friends and neighbors to make this month's drive an even bigger success! Bob Rinda Sat, 10 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:10730 https://kofc9924.org/What-We-Do/Events/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/10688/Knights-Sunday-Breakfast--November-2026#Comments 0 https://kofc9924.org/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=1383&ModuleID=3720&ArticleID=10688 https://kofc9924.org:443/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=10688&PortalID=17&TabID=1383 https://kofc9924.org/What-We-Do/Events/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/10688/Knights-Sunday-Breakfast--November-2026 Knights Sunday Breakfast We're excited to announce that the "Best Breakfast in Town" is back for the 2026-2027 season starting Sunday, November 8th. Tickets are $13.00 each (children under 12 eat free with parent ticket purchase) and may be purchased at the door or online by clicking the "Purchase Tickets" button below. Please note that with our Zeffy ticketing platform 100% of your ticket price goes directly to the Knights of Columbus to support our charitable efforts.  However, Zeffy automatically adds a tip at checkout, which you can change to $0 or some other amount. These tips go to Zeffy and are non-refundable, so please review your total before completing your purchase.  Purchase Tickets   Your presence would mean the world to us as we gather once again to share a delicious meal, sip Mystic Monk coffee, and support the charitable efforts of Our Lady of Lourdes Knights of Columbus Council 9924. In order to make this event a success we need a number of Brothers to help with Set-up, Cooking, Serving, Ticketing & Clean-up for the Knights Breakfast in the Parish Center. Brothers helping out with Set-up & Cooking should arrive at 6:00 AM, and Servers and Ticket Collectors at 7:30 AM and the dedicated Clean-up Crew at 11:30 AM. Please sign up to volunteer for a slot by clicking on the link below: Click Here to Volunteer Thank you for your support! Bob Rinda Thu, 01 Oct 2026 14:41:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:10688 https://kofc9924.org/What-We-Do/Events/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/10630/Operation-Warrior-Resolution--Italian-Night-Dinner-and-Dance#Comments 0 https://kofc9924.org/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=1383&ModuleID=3720&ArticleID=10630 https://kofc9924.org:443/DesktopModules/CM.NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=10630&PortalID=17&TabID=1383 https://kofc9924.org/What-We-Do/Events/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/10630/Operation-Warrior-Resolution--Italian-Night-Dinner-and-Dance The Knights of Columbus  Present an Italian Night Fundraiser for the Benefit of  Operation Warrior Resolution   Click for more info on OWR                                                    Operation Warrior Resolution Transforms Veterans Mental Health   Join us to continue our support for Operation Warrior Resolution (OWR) for an Italian Night event at the Sarasota National Golf Club, consisting of buffet Italian dinner, live music, dancing, guest speakers and a salute and recognition to all veterans. This special event supports the holistic approach to brain-based healing of veterans suffering from PTSD and other mental health issues. OWR has a 90% success rate in their treatment programs. You will help make a difference in the lives of those in need that served our country. This year we are charging $75 per ticket but would greatly appreciate any additional donation you might consider giving to the cause at the event. All such donations made by individuals with personal checks will be matched up to $500.    We invite you to upload a service photo of yours to be proudly displayed on the big screen during the event. Let us honor your service and celebrate your legacy with the community. 📸 Click here to Submit your photo to be part of this special recognition    Reserve your seats today by clicking the Purchase Tickets button below. Check the Seating Chart and then click the button for an available table of your choice.  Specify how many seats you need at that table, and proceed to pay for your tickets. Please note that our online payment platform, Zeffy, includes a suggested tip to keep their platform free for nonprofits, but this amount is fully adjustable (including to $0).  Because these tips go directly to Zeffy, they're non-refundable so double-check your total before completing your purchase. Purchase Tickets Thank you for your support and generosity!     Bob Rinda Sat, 22 Aug 2026 14:58:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:10630