November 7, 2026
Worthy Brothers,
There will be a Corporate Communion tomorrow, Saturday November 7, 2026, at St. Anne for the 4:30 PM mass.
Corporate Communion is a special Mass organized by the Knights of Columbus for its members and their families. It serves as an opportunity for men to gather as one with their families and friends and share in the Eucharistic celebration. All Knights and their families are invited to meet in the back of church before mass to participate in the procession and then take their place in the front pews of the church.
We invite all brother Knights and their families to join in on the procession as we worship together and, in fraternal unity, celebrate the glory of the Eucharist.
"Truly I say to you, to the extent that you did it to one of these brothers of Mine, even the least of them, you did it to me."
Matthew 25:40
Vivat Jesus!
Your servant in Christ,
Jeff Couturier
Grand Knight - Council #1266
gk1266@mikofc.org
734-777-5631
November 3, 2026
Worthy Brothers,
The Goodfellows next meeting is tomorrow, Wednesday, November 4 at 5:00 PM in the McGivney Room. All are welcome to take part in this meeting. We will be discussing the upcoming paper drive scheduled for December 5th and the annual food packing on December 23rd. Since many of our paper hawkers are getting older and stepping down, we are in need of younger Knights to step forward to hawk papers on the street corners. If you and your friends or family members are willing and able, please contact PGK Jay Jondro at 734-693-4345.
The American Red Cross is hosting a blood drive tomorrow, Wednesday, in hall #2 from 4-7 PM.
This Thursday, November 5th, the K of C lounge will be serving a Pearch Basket with French Fries, Cole Slaw and a dessert from 11:30 AM till 1 PM. Price is only $11. Come join us and bring your family or a friend!
Upcoming November Events:
- Nov. 4 - Red Cross Blood Drive - 4-7 PM in hall #2
- Nov. 4 - Goodfellows meeting - 5 PM in the McGivney Room
- Nov. 11 - Council #1266 General Business Meeting - 7 PM in hall #2
- Nov. 20 - Coats for Kids set up - hall #2 (time to be announced)
- Nov. 21 - Coats for Kids distribution - 9 AM till noon in hall #2
- lunch every Thursday in the lounge
Please try to attend as many K of C functions as you can - we need your help!
For more information on Council #1266 news and events, visit kofcmonroe1266.com
"For by grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God."
Ephesians 2:8
Vivat Jesus!
Your servant in Christ,
Jeff Couturier
Grand Knight - Council #1266
gk1266@mikofc.org
734-777-5631
October 29, 2026
Worthy Brothers,
Today, October 29, the K of C lounge will be hosting a delicious lunch from 11:30 am until 1:00 pm. The lounge will be serving mostaccioli with salad and garlic bread. Price is only $10
Come join us and bring your family or a friend!
The next lounge luncheon will be on November 5 serving a Perch basket with fries and slaw.
This Friday is the 5th Friday of the month. Traditionally, this is a day when members of the Knights of Columbus Council #1266 volunteer for the God Works Family Soup Kitchen meal at the St. Mary Parish Life Center. We need help preparing, serving, and cleaning up between 4 pm and 7pm. If you are able to help, please contact Fred Fedorowich at 734-755-4705 or simply arrive at the Parish Life Center and offer up whatever time you have. Thank you and God Bless!
For more information on Council #1266 news and events, visit kofcmonroe1266.com
"But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord."
Joshua 24:15
Vivat Jesus!
Your servant in Christ,
Jeff Couturier
Grand Knight - Council #1266
gk1266@mikofc.org
734-777-5631
October 22, 2026
Worthy Brothers,
Thank you so very much to all those who helped make this year's fall MI/Tootsie Roll Drive a success! Whether you stood outside in the cold at your church passing out Tootsie Rolls or you made a generous donation toward the cause, you helped us raise over $3,800 for the St. Andre Bessette Inclusion program at SMCC. This money will help cover tuition costs so children with disabilities in our community can receive a good Catholic education. Thank you again for your support in this effort!
The lounge staff would like to invite all of you to enjoy a delicious lunch in the lounge today, October 22nd, from 11:30 am till 1 pm. This week lunch includes a Grilled Cheez sandwich and your choice of soup - beef barley or chicken noodle. Come one - come all!
The next lounge luncheon will be on Thursday, October 29 serving a French Dip sandwich with fries and Cole slaw.
For more information on Council #1266 news and events, visit kofcmonroe1266.com
"...and your will know the truth, and the truth will set you free."
John 8:32
Vivat Jesus!
Your servant in Christ,
Jeff Couturier
Grand Knight - Council #1266
gk1266@mikofc.org
734-777-5631
October 8, 2026
Worthy brothers,
Well, our Comedy Night with Andy Beningo this past Friday was once again a success! All who attended had a great time and enjoyed a wonderful show. A big thank you to all came out to the show and to those who helped make this event a success!
The lounge staff would like to invite all of you to enjoy a delicious lunch in the lounge today, October 8, from 11:30 am till 1 pm. This week lunch includes a ham, cheese and grilled pineapple sandwich with Teriyaki sauce. Come one - come all!
The next lounge luncheon will be on Thursday, October 15th serving smashburgers.
Sorry for the confusion but due to a scheduling conflict, we have decided to make some changes on the dates of the Tootsie Roll Drive. St. Michael Parish will still be having the Knights passing out Tootsie Rolls before and after masses this coming weekend - October 10 & 11. However, for St. Anne, St. Charles, St. John & St. Mary parishes we have pushed the drive back to the weekend of October 17 - 18, 2026. Funds raised from this fall drive will be to financially support the SMCC "St Andre Bessette Inclusion Program". These funds will be used to cover tuition costs which will allow children of Monroe with disabilities to receive a Catholic education.
When you see your fellow Knights from Council #1266 outside your parish, please be generous in support of this program.
For more information on Council #1266 news and events, visit kofcmonroe1266.com
"For what does it profit a man to gain the whole world, and forfeit his soul?"
Mark 8:36
Vivat Jesus!
Your servant in Christ,
Jeff Couturier
Grand Knight - Council #1266
gk1266@mikofc.org
734-777-5631
September 29, 2026
Worthy brothers,
The upcoming fall MI / Tootsie Roll Drive was originally planned for the weekend of October 10 -11, 2026. However, due to a scheduling conflict in which another organization will be soliciting before and after masses at the Monroe parishes, we have decided to move the Tootsie Roll Drive back to the weekend of October 17 - 18, 2026. Funds raised from the fall drive will be to financially support the SMCC "St Andre Bessette Inclusion Program". These funds will be used to cover tuition costs which will allow mentally impaired children of Monroe to receive a Catholic education.
When you see your fellow Knights from Council #1266 outside your parish, please be generous in support of this program.
Once again, the Comedy Night event is this Friday. There is still time to purchase your tickets. Set up for the event will be Friday, October 2nd starting at 10:00 AM. Volunteers are needed to set up - if you are available, please come and help us prepare for this. More hands make light work! Thank you in advance for all who are able to help.
For more information on Council #1266 news and events, visit kofcmonroe1266.com
"What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who is against us?"
Romans 8:31
Vivat Jesus!
Your servant in Christ,
Jeff Couturier
Grand Knight - Council #1266
gk1266@mikofc.org
734-777-5631
September 29, 2026
Worthy Brothers,
Our big Comedy Night is this Friday, October 2nd. The event includes dinner with Chicken Marsala, an open bar and a great Stand-up comedy act with 2 comedians featuring Andy Beningo. This is an opportunity to join your brother Knights and their families for a fun evening and help support our council. Any funds raised from this event will go toward much needed improvements to our hall so please come be a part of this great event. It's not too late to get your tickets either at the hall or at kofcmonroe1266.com. Click Here to see the flyer for more information. We hope to see you there! DON'T MISS IT!
This Thursday, October 1st, the K of C lounge will be hosting a delicious lunch from 11:30 am until 1:00 pm. This week the lounge will be serving meatloaf with mashed potatoes and veggies. Price is only $11
Come join us and bring your family or a friend!
The next lounge luncheon will be on October 8th serving a Ham & Cheese sandwich with grilled pineapple, chips and Cole slaw.
"Let us not lose heart in doing good, for in time we will reap if we do not grow weary."
Galatians 6:9
Vivat Jesus!
Your servant in Christ,
Jeff Couturier
Grand Knight - Council #1266
gk1266@mikofc.org
734-777-5631
Corporate Communion at St. Michael
September 26, 2026
Worthy Brothers,
There will be a Corporate Communion this Sunday at St. Michael Church at 10:00 AM mass. All Color Corp members are invited to take part but this is not just for the Color Corp. All Knights and their families are invited to meet in the back of church before mass and partake in the opening procession. Pews will be reserved for you in the front of church. This is a really important mass in honor of the St. Michael festival weekend, and the Knights need to make a good showing. We would like to see as many Brother Knights be a part of this as possible so please plan to attend.
"A Corporate Communion Mass is a special Mass for the Knights of Columbus Council members to gather together as one with their families and share the Eucharist together in both fraternity and unity."
Brothers, please band together in support of your pastor and fellow Knight, Fr. Kishore, to make this Corporate Communion a very special occasion. Thank you in advance for being a part of this Council and this parish community. God Bless you all!!
Vivat Jesus!
Your servant in Christ,
Jeff Couturier
Grand Knight - Council #1266
September 14, 2026
Worthy Brothers,
Click Here to see the September 2026 Parish Roundtable report for Council #1266. As always, please do all you can to support each of our parish family churches.
This Tuesday, September 15th, the Men's Prayer Breakfast will be hosting its annual "Holy Smokes" steak roast. All men are invited even if you've never (yet) come to the prayer breakfast before. Come and meet with friends for a delicious steak, a good cigar (optional) and great conversation. Event starts at 6:30 PM at the Monroe K of C hall patio. Price is $40. RSVP to Jeff Whalen at 313-268-0979.
This Thursday, September 17th, the K of C lounge will be hosting a delicious lunch from 11:30 am until 1:00 pm. This week the lounge will be serving Italian Lasagna with salad, bread and dessert. Price is only $9
Come join us and bring your family or a friend!
The next lounge luncheon will be on September 24th serving BLTs.
Don't forget to purchase your tickets for the upcoming Comedy Night. I encourage all my brother nights to come to this great event!
For more information on Council #1266 news and events, visit kofcmonroe1266.com
"There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free man, there is neither male nor female: for you are all one in Christ Jesus."
Galatians 3:28
Vivat Jesus!
Your servant in Christ,
Jeff Couturier
Grand Knight - Council #1266
gk1266@mikofc.org
734-777-5631
September 7, 2026
Worthy Brothers,
Today, Labor Day, is the unofficial end of summer. Football season is here, kids are back in school, and the weather soon will be getting cooler. The first Labor Day celebration was on September 5, 1882 - coincidentally, the same year Fr. Michael McGivney formed his new men's group which he called the Knights of Columbus. Labor Day was made a national holiday by President Grover Cleveland in 1894 and has been on the first Monday of September ever since.
I would like to wish everyone an enjoyable and safe holiday today! Be sure to give praise to God for the opportunities in this great country to work, earn a living, and to provide for our families.
A note on this Wednesday's General Business meeting - there will NOT be an exemplification so the rosary will start at 6:30 pm and the meeting will start at 7 pm.
For more information on Council #1266 news and events, visit kofcmonroe1266.com
Vivat Jesus!
Your servant in Christ,
Jeff Couturier
Grand Knight - Council #1266
gk1266@mikofc.org
734-777-5631
August 26, 2026
Worthy Brothers,
It is with great sadness that I report the deaths of 2 of our brother Knights.
Robert Gerhardt, Past Grand Knight of Council #1266 and member of the Color Corp for Assembly #488, left this world to be with our Lord on August 17, 2026, at the age of 76. Visitation will be at St. John the Baptist Church on Wednesday, September 2 starting at 9:30 AM followed by mass at 10:30 AM. Assembly #488 Color Corp will be present for the funeral in his honor.
James Wiseman, Sr, member of Council #1266 and Assembly #488 Color Corp also went to be with our Lord on August 23, 2026, at the age of 84. Visitation will be at Bacarella Funeral Home on Wednesday, September 2 from noon until 3:30 PM. The Knights of Columbus will recite a litany / rosary at 1:30 followed by the Assembly Chalice presentation. Assembly #488 Color Corp will be present in his honor. Deacon Mike Stewart will then lead a memorial service at 3:30 PM.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them
On a positive note -
Get ready for another fun filled night at the 3rd annual K of C Comedy Night which will be held on Friday, October 2. By popular demand, Andy Beningo will be returning as the headliner with all new material. The event includes dinner, open bar and a great, clean comedy act. See the flyer below. Don't miss this great opportunity for a fun night out and a chance to support your council! Bring your family and friends and enjoy the show! Tickets available on-line or at the lounge.
The lounge staff would like to invite all of you to enjoy a delicious lunch in the lounge this Thursday, tomorrow, August 27, from 11:30 am till 1 pm. This week lunch includes, my favorite, smashburgers, fries, slaw and dessert for just $9. Come one - come all!
The next lounge luncheon will be on September 3rd serving pork chops, mashed potatoes and veggies.
"Greater love has no one than this, that one lay down his life for his friends"
John 15:13
Vivat Jesus!
Your servant in Christ,
Jeff Couturier
Grand Knight - Council #1266
gk1266@mikofc.org
734-777-5631
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