A Great Evening of Fellowship at MacIntyre’s!

Our council, the Knights of Columbus Council 9708, recently enjoyed a wonderful evening of fellowship and camaraderie at MacIntyre’s Pub & Grill. A group of 15 of our Knights and their spouses gathered to share some fun, food, and drinks.

The highlight of the night was being joined by 12 members from the St. Bernadette council, who joined in the fun! It’s always a blessing to connect with our brother Knights from other councils, strengthening the bonds of fraternity across our area.

Good conversation and great company were shared over delicious pizza and drinks, proving that the Knights’ spirit of fellowship extends well beyond our regular meetings and service events. We look forward to our next get-together!

Knights Serve at “Legacy of Love” Celebration!

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.

Knights Serve at "Legacy of Love" Celebration!
Knights Serve at “Legacy of Love” Celebration!

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!

Mass and Meal: A Delicious Success at St. Clare! 🥳

The Knights of Columbus Council No. 9708 hosted a wonderful Parish Fellowship Dinner on Saturday, August 9th, and it was a resounding success! Held from 5:30 – 7:00 pm at the St. Clare Family Life Center, the event brought parishioners together for a delicious meal and great fellowship.

Mass and Meal: A Delicious Success at St. Clare!
Mass and Meal: A Delicious Success at St. Clare!

The dedicated Knights team worked hard to cook and serve over 140 delicious meals, with a fantastic menu that included:

  • Choice of Meats: Pork Ribs, Brisket, Chicken, or a 2-Meat Combo
  • Sides: Potato Salad, Coleslaw, and Baked Beans
  • Drinks: Lemonade and Iced Tea

It was a beautiful evening of community, service, and camaraderie. A big thank you to all the Knights who volunteered their time and talent to make this dinner possible, and to the parishioners who came out to share a meal together.

We look forward to hosting our next fellowship event!

Annual KofC Ice Cream Social: A Sweet Success on July 31st!

The Knights annual Ice Cream Social was a wonderful success, enjoyed by a large number of St. Clare parishioners on July 31, 2025! Held by St. Clare Council 9708  (Clear Lake City area), it was heartwarming to see so many families gather for an evening of sweet treats and fellowship in the Parish Hall.

Annual KofC Ice Cream Social: A Sweet Success on July 31st!
Annual KofC Ice Cream Social: A Sweet Success on July 31st!

Attendees had extra fun with drawings for prizes for both adults and children, adding to the excitement of the evening.

A big thank you to Bill and Mabel Hoff who lead this beloved event from year to year! Their dedication truly makes this wonderful parish tradition possible. We look forward to seeing everyone again next year!

Celebrating Brother Mike Hahn – Honorary Life Member!

We are incredibly proud to announce that our very own Brother Mike Hahn has been recognized with the prestigious Honorary Life Award from the Knights of Columbus! This is a tremendous honor, and a testament to Mike’s unwavering dedication and service to our council, the Church, and our community.

Celebrating Brother Mike Hahn - Honorary Life Member!
Celebrating Brother Mike Hahn – Honorary Life Member!

The Honorary Life Award is a special distinction reserved for Brothers who have demonstrated exceptional long-term commitment and contributions to the Order. To qualify for this esteemed recognition, a Knight must meet specific criteria, which include:

  • Age: The Knight must be 70 years of age or older.
  • Membership: They must have been a continuous member of the Knights of Columbus for 25 consecutive years or more.
  • Dues: They must be current on their dues at the time of the application.

Brother Mike Hahn embodies the spirit of these criteria and so much more.

2025 St. Clare Soccer Challenge Winners

On Sunday, July 6, the St. Clare Knights presented the Soccer Challenge Trophies to the Winners of the Archdiocese Event. Ethan Wild, 8 Y.O. 1st Place and Gabriel Wild, 10 Y.O. 1st Place.

Pictured from left to right: Chris Wild (Father), Gabriel Wild, Ethan Wild, and Grand Knight Mark Kubacak.
Pictured from left to right: Chris Wild (Father), Gabriel Wild, Ethan Wild, and Grand Knight Mark Kubacak.

Congratulations to Ethan and Gabriel on their outstanding achievement!

2025 St Clare Knights Win Knights Cup – Two Years in a Row!

Grand Knight Mark Kubacak (right) presents the Knights Cup to Jerry Moch (left) as the Winners of the Knights Cup at the St Clare of Assisi School Annual Golf Tournament on April 12, 2025.

2025 St Clare Knights Win Knights Cup - Two Years in a Row!
2025 St Clare Knights Win Knights Cup – Two Years in a Row!

The winning St. Clare foursome from Council 9708 consisted of Jerry Moch, Larry Mangum, Luis Zepeda, and Tiger Tigerina. These skilled golfers have now claimed the Knights Cup two years in a row!

Each year the St. Clare Knights Council invites other Councils in the area to field a Council Team to compete for the Knights Cup. Congratulations to the St. Clare Team for bringing the trophy home again this year!

2025 St. Clare Knights Installation of Officers

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 Miller
New 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

 

St. Clare Knights Awarded 2025 Sanctity Of Life Award

(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.

(L-R) Jerry Moch, Joe Black, and Mel Hizon