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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!

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.

The Knights of Columbus Council 9708’s blend of service and fellowship on Saturday, September 6, 2025, was a resounding success!

Our dedicated volunteers started the day at the Houston Food Bank (Portwall location). We always have a great time serving the community there, and this day was no exception! We focused on essential tasks: sorting cans and dry goods, boxing up food, placing them on pallets, and wrapping it all in plastic. It’s a great way to tangibly contribute to giving back to our community.

After our impactful morning of service, we gathered for fellowship at St. Arnold’s Brewery. Knights and family members connected, sharing laughs and camaraderie over food and beverages. It truly was a fun event and a perfect way to celebrate a job well done!

Thank you to everyone who participated in this annual tradition of service and brotherhood!

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!

The St. Clare Knights of Columbus Council 9708 were proud to support the parish’s recent “Legacy of Love” celebration, a wonderful event that brought almost 300 parishioners together for fellowship and community.

While the event was expertly planned and catered by the parish, the Knights were honored to handle the crucial task of ensuring everyone was well-fed. Our team of approximately 20 Knights and their spouses worked tirelessly to put together and serve delicious BBQ sandwiches, along with all the food and drinks for the large crowd.

Our commitment to service is at the heart of everything we do. Thank you to all the Knights and their families who volunteered their time and talent to make this celebration a memorable success for our entire parish!

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.

 

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.