Columbus Day is a U.S. holiday commemorating Christopher Columbus's 1492 arrival in the Americas, and Columbus Day 2026 falls on Monday, October 12. Christopher Columbus is the patron and namesake of the Knights of Columbus.
Father Michael McGivney founded the Knights of Columbus and chose Christopher Columbus as the organization's namesake because, at a time when anti-Catholic and anti-immigrant sentiments ran rampant, the American public had a strong affinity for this famous explorer. Founded in the United States in 1882, it honors Christopher Columbus and is dedicated to the principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism.
Our Knights of Columbus are holding a food drive in October. Their donation box is in the Narthex.
The Knights of Columbus will hand out informational pamphlets after each weekend Mass on October 24th, 25th, 31st, and November 1st to those interested in becoming a Knight. The membership drive will be on November 1st after all the Sunday Masses in the Parish Center. All men 18 and older are welcome to attend.