Dear Parishioners of Sacred Heart and Holy Rosary,
It is my honor and privilege to serve the Monsignor Bornemann Council of the Knights of Columbus #16066 as Grand Knight as it begins its 12th year. 

The Knights of Columbus is one of the best and most rewarding ways for a Catholic man to serve his parish and community. By joining in fraternity with our fellow Knights, we have accomplished far greater good than any of us could individually.

Some of our programs include:
– the RSVP program, proving financial support for seminarians in our diocese
– the Roses and Rosaries program, a council presence at parish baptisms offering flowers and rosaries to parents
– volunteer work to maintain our churches and to assist parishioners in need
– support for Lifeline of Berks County
– support for the Sacred Heart School through fundraising activities and volunteering
– our annual “Coats for Kids” drive which has clothed hundreds of local children
– organization and support for devotional events in our parishes
– serving local veterans with food and companionship with the Veterans Making a Difference center
– support to our local food kitchens like Kennedy House through volunteer outings and financial/food assistance

It’s thanks to the generosity of parishioners like you that our council has been able to give so much back. It is your donations that have made such a difference. We sincerely thank you for your selflessness and your prayers.
 
If you are a Catholic man, age 18 or older, and are interested in building your faith, serving your parish, and joining in Christian fraternity with like-minded men, I ask you to prayerfully consider joining us in our work. I foresee even greater things for our council as we work to live our faith through our principles of Charity, Unity, and Fraternity. 
 
 
Vivat Jesus!
Gerry Blaum, Grand Knight