Knights of Columbus – St. Leander Council 16028

Faith. Service. Brotherhood.

Welcome! The Knights of Columbus is a worldwide Catholic men’s organization built on the values of charity, unity, fraternity, and patriotism. At St. Leander Parish, our Knights are proud to serve the Church, support parish life, and grow in faith and brotherhood together.

💒 Who We Are and What We Do

The St. Leander Council of the Knights of Columbus is a dedicated group of Catholic men committed to serving God, our parish, and the community.

Our members actively support parish life in many ways, including:

✔️ Assisting at Masses (distributing the Holy Eucharist and supporting liturgies)
✔️ Cleaning the sanctuary before Masses
✔️ Serving at funeral liturgies, helping families in times of sorrow
✔️ Supporting Hospitality Sundays
✔️ Volunteering at St. Leander School and parish fundraisers
✔️ Being present and helpful at all major parish celebrations

We work side by side with our clergy and fellow parishioners to strengthen the life of the Church—through action, prayer, and fellowship

📜 A Bit of History

The original St. Leander Council (#3637) was founded on May 31, 1953, with Alex Lacharite as the first Grand Knight and Fr. Philip J. Ryan as Advocate Chaplain. That council served faithfully for many years until its leadership passed on.

In 2010, a new wave of commitment emerged thanks to Manuel Diaz, who helped reestablish the council. Today, the St. Leander Council 16028 continues the legacy—actively serving our parish and embracing the call to faithful action