On Sunday, October 19, 2025, the St. Clare Knights of Columbus were proud to present the District Medals to the St. Clare winners in the District Soccer Challenge. The winners for each age group were: Jacob Wild (age 14), Gabriel Wild (age 13), Ethan Wild (age 11), and Isacc Wild (age 9). What a day for the Wild Family!
These winners will advance to the Diocesan Soccer Challenge to be held on November 8, 2025 at 8:30 am at Strake Jesuit College Preparatory, 8900 Bellaire Blvd., Houston, TX 77036. We wish you the very best at the next Challenge!
L-R: Jacob Wild, Gabriel Wild, Ethan Wild, Isacc Wild and Grand Knight Mark Kubacak
The St. Clare Knights of Columbus held an Exemplification and Welcome Ceremony on Saturday, September 27, 2025, for new Knights and those advancing in their Degrees from St. Clare (4), St. Bernadette (4), and St. Paul’s (5) for a total of 13 participants. After the ceremony the St. Clare Knights hosted a family meal in the Conference Center. Congratulations to all of our new and advancing Knights of Columbus.
New St. Clare Knights (L-R), Maurice Briceno, Miguel Salmeron, Jr., Alan Birsinger, and Edward Iweanya, Jr. join Grand Knight Mark Kubacak
The St. Clare Knights of Columbus hosted the Council and District Soccer Challenge competition on Saturday, September 20, 2025. Knights of Columbus Councils from St. Clare, St. Bernadette and St. Paul participated in the event.
The competition “winners” were as follows, designated by (AGE Grp/F/D) “F” first round winners and “D” District winners. From St Clare: Jacob Wild (14/F/D), Gabriel Wild (13/F/D), Francisco Martinez (12/F), Ethan Wild (11/F/D), Isaac Wild (9/F/D). From St Paul: Bryan Morales (12/F/D), Levi Pena (9/F). Congratulations to the winners. This was a great event for the entire family. Thanks to all the participants, volunteers, and family members that attended the event. Special thanks to our event organizer Joe Ross.
The St. Clare Knights held their 2024-2025 Past Grand Knight Dinner on Thursday, September 18, 2025 at Tommy’s Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar to celebrate PGK Jim Hickok’s term as Grand Knight. Jim was presented with a Past Grand Knight certificate and an engraved 4th Degree sword. Congratulations Jim, and thank you for your service!
L_R: Mark Kubacak, Fr. Vincent, Jim Hickok, and Mark Kradzinski
After a very successful 2025 St. Clare Golf Tournament fundraiser, the St Clare Knights of Columbus present Fr. Vincent with a check for $12,000 for the St. Clare of Assisi Catholic School.
The St. Clare Knights of Columbus held their Installation of Officers Ceremony on Thursday, June 26, 2025 at the Parish Conference Center. District Deputy Joe Kramer presided over the event. We thank our outgoing Grand Knight Jim Hickok for his service as Grand Knight during the 2024-2025 fraternal year and welcomed Mark Kubacak as the new Grand Knight for 2025-2026 fraternal year; his term will begin July 1st, 2025.
Outgoing Grand Knight Jim Hickok opens the ceremony by thanking the members for their support during the fraternal year and the opportunity to serve as Grand Knight. Officer Medals of Office and roses to be presented to the Officer’s Spouse on table. New Grand Knight Mark Kubacak and Deputy Grand Knight Paul Baczek take the oath of office.Officers taking the oath, L-R: Grand Knight Mark Kubacak, Deputy Grand Knight Paul Baczek, Rick Williams standing in for Chancellor Dave Fronick, Financial Secretary Mark Kradzinski, Warden Larry Mangum, Recorder Joe Ross, Pat Hall standing in for Treasurer Andy Kennedy, Advocate Stan Lewis, Trustee Luis Zepeda, Trustee Bill Hoff, Trustee Jim Hickok, Michael Proffitt standing in for Lecturer Terry Hart, Inside Guard Thomas Thomas, and Outside Guard Paul MillerNew Grand Knight Mark Kubacak makes a few remarks and highlights upcoming events within the Council. L-R Ceremonial Warden Mike Hahn, Acolyte Luis Zepeda, District Deputy Joe Kramer, and Grand Knight Mark Kubacak
(L-R), Mel Hizon, Joe Black, Jerry Moch, and John Hinojosa
The Loving Choice Catholic Pregnancy Help Center honored Knights Council 9708 with the Will Rodriguez, Jr. Sanctity of Life Award at the group’s recently held third annual Luncheon for Life. Executive Director John Hinojosa noted that members of 9708 have consistently supported the center with their time, treasures and talent. Accepting the award on behalf of the Council were Mel Hizon, Joe Black, and Jerry Moch.
The St. Clare Knights of Columbus took their Smoker on the road to say “Thank You” to MSD Building Corporation. When the Knights Smoker needed several repairs, the men and women of MSD Building Corp stepped up and completed the needed modifications. The Knights routinely use the smoker for their Mass & Meal BBQ meals at the parish. So on Friday, June 6, 2025, the Council took the renovated smoker to cook for the MSD employees preparing BBQ brisket, sausage, baked beans, mac & cheese, and desserts, serving approximately 180 people. Fr. Vincent attended the event and said the blessing.
The St. Clare Knights of Columbus Council 9708 are proud to announce the 2025 Scholarship Winners. This year with the support of Kathy Pittman, Tony Ogden, Tyler & Alex Ogden, Carl and Lynn Ogden; the Council was able to award 7 scholarships totaling $12,500. Congratulations to our Scholarship Winners.
Left to right: Grand Knight Jim Hickok, Anne Marie Barzilla (Knights Scholarship), Madelyn Cabrera (Knights Scholarship), Zachary Madsen (Bo Ogden Memorial Scholarship), Jack Grigg (Michael Ogden Memorial Scholarship), Annie Nguyen (Witten Scholarship), Monica Kramer Arzola (Knights Scholarship), David Guillory (Dr. Al Varisco “Principal’s Scholarship”), St. Clare of Assisi Director of Youth Ministry Elizabeth Selmarten.
(Left) Annie Nguyen – James & Elizabeth Witten Scholarship, attending Univ of Texas-Austin. (Right) Jack Grigg – Michael Ogden Memorial Scholarship attending Texas A&M Univ(Left) Zachary Madsen – Bo Ogden Memorial Scholarship attending Univ of Texas-Austin. (Right) David Guillory – Dr. Al Varisco “Principal’s” Scholarship attending TX A&M-San Antonio(Left) Anne Marie Barzilla – Knights Scholarship attending Louisiana State Univ. (Right) Monica Kramer Arzola – Knights Scholarship attending Univ of Texas-AustinMadelyn Cabrera – Knights Scholarship attending Texas Tech Univ
The St. Clare Knights of Columbus Council 9708 are proud to announce the 2025 Scholarship Winners. This year with the support of Kathy Pittman, Tony Ogden, Tyler & Alex Ogden, Carl and Lynn Ogden; the Council was able to award 7 scholarships totaling $12,500. Congratulations to our Scholarship Winners.
Left to right: Grand Knight Jim Hickok, Anne Marie Barzilla (Knights Scholarship), Madelyn Cabrera (Knights Scholarship), Zachary Madsen (Bo Ogden Memorial Scholarship), Jack Grigg (Michael Ogden Memorial Scholarship), Annie Nguyen (Witten Scholarship), Monica Kramer Arzola (Knights Scholarship), David Guillory (Dr. Al Varisco “Principal’s Scholarship”), St. Clare of Assisi Director of Youth Ministry Elizabeth Selmarten.
Annie Nguyen – James & Elizabeth Witten Scholarship, attending Univ of Texas-Austin
Jack Grigg – Michael Ogden Memorial Scholarship attending Texas A&M Univ
Zachary Madsen – Bo Ogden Memorial Scholarship attending Univ of Texas-Austin
David Guillory – Dr. Al Varisco “Principal’s” Scholarship attending TX A&M-San Antonio
Anne Marie Barzilla – Knights Scholarship attending Louisiana State Univ
Monica Kramer Arzola – Knights Scholarship attending Univ of Texas-Austin
