Sophia Allen, daughter of brother Knight, Richard Allen and Faith McIntyre, represented Team Canada at the 21st annual International Powerlifting Federation -North American Powerlifting Federation championships in Scottsdale, Arizona on August 5th. 

Sophia was the only Team Canada Special Olympic athlete at the event which had close to 400 athletes from over 10 countries. 

Sophia earned a silver medal in the 84-plus kg Special Olympics category.  She had her best competition ever despite the 125-degree heat in Arizona. 

Sophia completed 9 out of 9 lifts in her first international meet and established a new personal record in the bench press of 37.5 kg. 

Her other best lifts at the event were 42.5 kg in squat and 75 kg in deadlift. 

Sophia has competed in many local and regional powerlifting competitions in her 3 years of lifting and takes great pride in in following in the footsteps of her older sister, Katelynn, who has also competed at national and international events

Welcome to Fraternal Year 2024-2025!

As we begin this new Fraternal Year, it is my honour to serve as your new State Deputy for Prince Edward Island. I’m reminded of the powerful bonds that tie us together—the shared experiences and countless memories etched into our fraternity’s history.

In the coming year, our vision is clear. We aim to strengthen our faith formation, community partnerships, team-building activities, and open discussions to deepen our bonds as knights, as councils, as districts, and as a jurisdiction. Working with Bishop Dabrowski and our faithful clergy is an integral partnership in our jurisdiction. It’s all about shared values, trust, genuine connections, and giving back. We will continue the wonderful efforts initiated by previous State Deputies and their councils, with an even greater
emphasis on ensuring that every faithful Catholic man in our parishes recognizes the benefits of joining our team.

Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly encourages us to grow the Order through personal invitation and faith formation. I encourage and challenge you all to put his words into action. Let’s approach this year with dedication, knowing
that our fraternity’s strength lies in each member.

Thank you, my brothers, for being the heart of our fraternity. Let’s continue to appreciate, support, and uplift one another.

God bless you and your families throughout this year and have a safe and blessed summer.

Vivat Jesus!

State Deputy Savio Dias

The 2024 Ralph Dunn Classic is scheduled for Saturday, September 28, 10AM at Glasgow Hills Golf Course.

Here is the registration link: https://glasgow-hills.golfems2.com/event/knights-columbus-annual-golf-tournament-2024

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Knights of Columbus Annual Golf Event 2024

Saturday, September 28, 2024 – 10:00

2024 Knights of Columbus Annual Golf Event

10am Shotgun start

• 4 person scramble 
• 18 holes, cart, meal, prizes 
• Register as a single or a team of 4
• $90 + HST per golfer
• $340 + HST per team 

KENSINGTON COUNCIL 12465

Kensington area boys and girls ages 9 to 14 recently participated at the council level of the Knights of Columbus Basketball Free Throw Championship.

The competition was held during school lunch periods and involved 40 participants at Queen Elizabeth Elementary School and Kensington Intermediate Senior High. Each contestant attempted 15 free throws with excellent scores including players with 14 of 15, 11of 15 and 10 of 15 made free throws.

Winners of the Kensington council championship are as follows:

Age                 Girls Champion          

9                      Dynlee Paynter

10                    Leah Doucette

11                    Layna Reeves

12                    Jadalyn MacKay

13                    Lily MacEwen                                   

14                    Alison Garbish                                               

Age                 Boys Champion         

9                      Noah Hughes

10                    Hudson Gill

11                    Jamieson MacKay

12                    Gus Perry

13                    Sam Surrett

14                    Cohen Mugford                     

The Kensington Knights of Columbus congratulate all the participants who “stepped up to the line” and encourage them to continue working on their skills as “basketball players” and especially their Free Throw shooting skills for next year’s championship.  

Picture Enclosed: 2024 Free Throw Champions at QEES

From left to right:, Paul Cyr – K of C, Leah Doucette,  Jamieson MacKay, Layna Reeves, Noah Hughes, Carl Gallant – K of C

Picture Enclosed: 2024 Free Throw Champions at KISH

From left to right: Paul Cyr– K of C, Jadalyn MacKay, Lily MacEwen, Cohen Mugford, Carl Gallant – K of C

In December, members from the St. Pius X Council 6917 of the PEI State Knights of Columbus donated $1,000 to Special Olympics PEI.

Funds were raised at a recent pancake breakfast.

Brother Terry Richardson and Brother Michael Mullins made the presentation on behalf of 6917.

The Knights of Columbus received this letter from Bishop Dabrowski thanking us for our participation at his installation Mass.

And we will certainly continue to pray for and support our new bishop!

I have been asked by our Worthy District Master Dan Miller to invite you and a guest to our 4th Degree Dinner which will take place at the Stella Maris Parish Hall in North Rustico.

Our Order has been suffering since the start of the pandemic and unfortunately it is not showing much sign of recovery, even though the rest of the world is working on returning to a somewhat redefined “Normal” way of life.

Attendance at meetings across the Island has been poor to say the least. There are a multitude of reasons for this. However, the time has come for us to re-engage with our Brother Sir Knights and begin to carry on with our Patriotic duties.

This dinner is being organized as an opportunity for as many of us to get together in a social environment and to become reacquainted once again.

The details of the dinner are as follows:
Date: 11 June 2023
Time: 3PM Mass at Stella Maris in North Rustico
Following Mass, approx. 3:45PM – The District Master will hold a short town-hall type meeting with all Sir Knights
4:30PM – Supper
5:30PM – Presentations

The dress for the dinner is Tux or Dark Suit with Social Baldric, white shirt, black bow tie, black socks and shoes. Do not forget your 4th degree pin.

The cost of the dinner is $20.00 per plate. It is recommended that payment be made by E-Transfer to dmpei2024@outlook.com . Payment may also be made at the door.

The cut-off date for registration will be 4 June 2023.

The dinner will be a traditional Roast beef dinner, potatoes, veg, dessert, tea/coffee.

The following guests have been invited to join us.
Father Albin, Stella Maris
Father Andrew Handrahan – State Chaplain
Vice Supreme Master Sir Knight Richard Doucette and his wife Mary
An invitation is being extended to our new Bishop designate Bishop Joseph Dabrowski. I am awaiting an answer. I am hopeful that he will be able to join us.