Knights of Columbus Centennial Council 8079
Receives Top Award

Des Moines, Washington — Knights of Columbus Centennial Council 8079 in Des Moines was awarded the distinction of Star Council, the international organization’s top honor for local councils.

The Star Council Award recognizes overall excellence in the areas of growing membership, promoting Knights of Columbus insurance benefits, sponsoring Catholic faith formation programs and volunteering time through service-oriented activities.

Rainier J. Reyes, Grand Knight emphasized, “Despite our council being challenged this year with suspension due to inactivity, we were able to achieve this great accomplishment through the collective efforts of our members and assistance with our parish and local community.”

Membership in the Knights of Columbus is open to men 18 years of age or older who are practical (that is, practicing) Catholics in union with the Holy See. For information on joining the Knights of Columbus contact local Membership Director Ryan Sheardown at (206) 423-9074 or thomassheardown43@gmail.com.

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