A very special young man named Joseph Reali was attending Mass at our home parish, Holy Name of Jesus in Woodbury, NY. During that Mass, the Knights of Columbus from a nearby church were conducting a recruitment drive. Of all the men who attended masses, the only person to sign up after an entire weekend was Joseph. Shortly after that weekend, at only 25 years old, he passed away from an enlarged heart.
So moved by his willingness to step forward, and knowing the incredibly faithful Catholic man that he was, our Pastor, Msgr. Richard Bauhoff, along with the Knights of Columbus, decided to form a brand new council in his memory—the Joseph Mario Reali Council #16261.
Within the first two years, the council grew to over 40 members and continues to grow today. Moreover, we are one of the youngest councils in the entire east coast.
Will you join us?
Are you a Catholic man over the age of 18? Ever wonder if there was something more you could do for your church and community? Look no further.
If you would like to be part of a camaraderie of good, authentic men who live their Catholic faith, support and defend the Church and our Country, serve families and community by giving to those in need, please consider joining us.
We are Catholic gentlemen. We live by principles informed by faith. We are sons, brothers, fathers, husbands, and grandfathers. Join us on life’s great journey to discover the man God calls you to be. Defend the faith. Defend the truth.
As a member of the Knights of Columbus, the largest Catholic men’s organization in the world, your voice is joined with 1.9 million fellow members.
Programs include: family and social gatherings; pro-life activities; seminarian and vocational support; community service and fundraising; and bravery and spiritual retreats.
Feel free to contact us for more information, or visit the national Knights of Columbus website to register (enter “16261” in the “Preferred Local Council” field).
Joseph Mario Reali Council 16261 