100th Habitat
In January 2017, a group of dedicated men from the St. Cosmas and Damien Knights of Columbus began a humble tradition—showing up, month after month, to help build homes and hope with Manatee Habitat. Now, 100 consecutive months later, their commitment has blossomed into a legacy of service, faith, and community impact that continues to inspire everyone around them.
Fittingly, the Knights completed their 100th month of service the day before Good Friday—during Holy Week, a time of deep spiritual reflection and renewal. For a group so grounded in faith and charity, the timing could not have been more meaningful.
“Looking back, it’s hard to believe we’ve reached 100 months,” shared Chancellor Mike Mahan. “Our council stays very active throughout the year, so this is truly an unprecedented accomplishment we can all be proud of.”
$1,000 Scholarship Opportunities
$1,000 Scholarship Opportunities
Application Deadline: May 1st
For an application or more details, please contact:
📩 Jerry Graceffo – 5250lwr@gmail.com
📩 Gordon Shellhaas – gordon.shellhaas@msn.com
📩 Al Valenti – avalenti3@msn.com
Calendar of Events
- Jun 19 2025 6:00 pm - patriotic rosary
- Jun 19 2025 7:00 pm - Council Meeting - OLA Annex
- Jun 20 2025 6:15 am - Men's Prayer Group
What's Going On / Our Council in Action
Knight of the Month
Officers
- Father Sebastian, Chaplain
- TBA TBA, Asst. Chaplain
- Mr. Gordon Shellhaas, Grand Knight
- Mr. Michael Mahan, Deputy Grand Knight
- Mr. Mark O'Brien, Chancellor
- Mr. Paul Gulbrandsen, Financial Secretary
- Mr. Wayne Irvine, Recorder
- Mr. Al Valenti, Treasurer
- Mr. Carmine Maida, Advocate
- Mr. Phil Ashford, Warden
- Mr. Joe Finamore, Inside Guard
- Mr. Matt Wing, Outside Guard
- Mr. John Joly, Trustee - 1 Year
- Mr. Jerry Graceffo, Trustee - 2 Year
- Mr. David Lawson, Trustee - 3 Year
- Mr. Robert Reilly, Lecturer
- Mr. David Lawson, Community Directot
- Mr. Noah Henry, Family Director
- Mr. Phil Gonnella, Faith Director
- Mr. Jim Cullen, Life Director
- Mr. John Coliton, Membership Director