Knights of Columbus

St. Edith Council # 13645
Grand Knight:  John Michniak   |   (734) 732-5933

The Knights raise money for our parish. Some of the things we've contributed to or completely funded:

• The purchase of a new sound system for the church
• The purchase of automatic door openers
• Copy machines for the school
• Music Number Boards
• Rediscover Jesus Books for all parishioners
• Rediscover Catholicism for all parishioners
• Patio, BBQ and Picnic tables by the Parish Office

Our members have:

• Installed the walkway around gazebo
• Served meals at St. Christine's Soup Kitchen
• Cooked food at Parish BBQ's and Picnics
• Sponsored the Mother's Day Breakfast
• Assisted in painting the Church
• Served as Eucharistic Ministers, Lecturers, Ushers, Choir Members, Youth Minister, Parish Council, Christian Service,  Multiple Committees, CYO and more
• Served at the Advent Tea

We gather together as one big family at Parish and Council events alike. We are a close knit group of men and their families.

We welcome new members at any time!

2025/2026 Council Officers - Election Results

Elected Officers:

John Michniak, Grand Knight
Mike Willis, Deputy Grand Knight
Arthur Spencer, Financial Secretary
Wayne Kinney, Recording Secretary
Steve Sovinsky, Treasurer
Tom Costello, Chancellor
Sam Atherton, Advocate
Kevin Baumler, Warden
Casey McCarthy, Inside Guard
John Winnicker, Outside Guard
Dan Gauvin, Trustee (1 Year)
Bob Palmer, Trustee (2 Year)
Randy Westhouse, Trustee (3 Year)

Apointed Positions:

Fr. Richard Leliaert, Council Chaplain
Vic Sancricca, Lecturer

A Call to Service - Knighthood will fit you well brothers!

In "Days of Old"

The Knight's “Code of Chivalry” was a moral system that stated all

Knights should protect others who cannot protect themselves, such as widows,

children, and elders. All Knights needed to have the strength and skills to fight

wars in the Middle Ages. Knights not only had to be strong, but extremely disciplined.

They were expected to use their power to protect the

weak and defenseless. Knights vowed to be loyal and generous. Knights

were required to always tell the truth and always respect the honor

of women. Knights not only vowed to protect the weak but also

vowed to guard the honor of all fellow knights."

Today's Knights are not as "rugged" as our ancestors, but our moral system remains the same. Our willingness to "protect" others has turned more towards "caring" for others. We are still men who love God and the Church. We still strive to be the best examples of Men, Husbands and Fathers, and we also express our love for Community as well as Country.

Our Mission of Service encompasses these 4 Principles: Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism. In 2005, here at St. Edith Parish, there was a call to men who would be willing to accept the challenge of "Knighthood." According to our "Charter," 68 men answered the call.

As in the days of old, when Knights would go on "Quests" and do "Good Deeds" they would be away from the “Roundtable” if you will for sometimes years at a time. Eventually they would return to tell their tales of good deeds.

I have personally been a Knight since 1975, and I am proud of that. I am also blessed to have the title of “Sir Knight” as a 4^th Degree member of the Knights. Personally, I have spent time away from the Roundtable also, sometimes doing good deeds, sometimes just dealing with the twists and turns of everyday life, but that’s okay, it happens. I have been blessed to find my way back to the Roundtable and have had the opportunity to share my stories of victories and losses while away. Most importantly, however, I find myself re-focused and re-energized. I have cleaned and polished my armor and once again continued the mission of service I pledged so many years ago. I have also been blessed to assume the position of Grand Knight for St. Edith Council.

At this time, I would ask all of you Knights that stepped forward in 2005, if still on ‘Quests,” to return to the Roundtable. We look forward to hearing of your great stories of victories and good deeds. We need you; Our Mother Church needs you! All those we serve need you!

I also ask all men who are at least 18 years of age to step forward for Knighthood. The good works of "Caring and Service" are strong within our ranks. With the return of our St. Edith Knights still on “Quests” and those of you who will be new, the success of our "Mission of Service" like with our "Knights of Old" will continue for years to come!

Please feel free to contact me at (734) 732-5933 if you have any questions or are interested in joining our ranks! Join “like minded” men and help continue to write stories of good deeds!

Vivat Jesus!

John Michniak,

Grand Knight

St. Edith Council #13645