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Thanks to everyone who attended our 3rd annual “Breakfast with Santa” on Sunday, December 14th. The delicious FREE menu of Pancakes, French Toast, Sausage, Bacon, Biscuits & Gravy, Fruit Compote, and a host of beverages (including our “Catholic coffee”) was enjoyed by an impressive number of parishioners and members of our community (even though theContinue reading “Breakfast with Santa – 2025”

The Knights of Columbus “Keep Christ in Christmas” Art Contest is an annual competition for Catholic school and parish youth (K-8) to create posters reflecting the true meaning of Christmas, promoting faith over materialism through art, slogans, and visuals, with winners advancing from local to international levels, fostering spiritual reflection and creative expression. The purpose ofContinue reading “Keep Christ in Christmas Poster Art Contest Winners Announced!”

COAL 2026 SWEEPSTAKES TICKET SALES HAVE BEGUN… The Chance of a Lifetime (COAL) Sweepstakes is the fundraiser that enables the Pennsylvania Knights of Columbus to provide College Scholarships and other charitable programs.  The Scholarship Program alone will provide a minimum of $65,000 in scholarships to worthy students this year. The price of each ticket isContinue reading “2026 Chance of a Lifetime (COAL) Sweepstakes Begin!”

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The Knights of Columbus donation drive in support of Bethany Retreat’s Life Line Pregnancy and Infant Services is wrapping up for this year.  On Tuesday, October 14th, the baby bassinets used for the collection of donated items will be removed from the front and rear of the church.  Donations will still be accepted up toContinue reading “Life Line Pregnancy & Infant Services Donation Drive”

Ticket sales have ended for the 2025 edition of our popular “Football Crazr” Sweepstakes Tickets…But the winning continues! This is a unique sweepstakes that runs for a 10 week period. There are multiple winners and you may even be a winner for losing! How It Works: Visit the “FUND CRAZR” website to track your standingsContinue reading “Pennsylvania Knights Annual “Football Crazr” Sweeps!”

Win autographed celebrity memorabilia featuring photos and sports cards complete with Certificates of Authenticity: Click here to view the celebrity swag. Cost per chance: $1.00, and are on sale now. Chances may be purchased by contacting any of our Knights or at our ticket sales following all weekend Masses…while supplies last. The Drawing will beContinue reading “Celebrity Memorabilia Raffle!”

Saints Peter & Paul Council was recently honored by a visit from Worthy Pennsylvania State Advocate, Douglas Fleming, who praised our council for its myriad accomplishments this fraternal year.  Grand Knight, Jim Burns, accepted the awards for service excellence in the categories of Faith, Community, Life, and Public Relations.  The council was selected for recognitionContinue reading “Council Receives Awards for Program Excellence!”

PROCLAIM!, the magazine of the Catholic Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown, profiled one of our Council’s brother Knights in its most recent Special Jubilee Year Issue. Read about Deacon Brian’s mission to bring the Good News of the Gospel to the incarcerated through his prison ministry. Click here to read the article. Vivat Jesus!

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Saints Peter & Paul Council #17278 continues to support Bethany Retreat’s Life Line program. Shown here, Sister Ruth Ann and Sister Suzanne proudly accept checks totalling $300 contributed by our council for the Pregnancy and Infant Services program. Learn more about Life Line and how you can help by clicking here. Above from left: SKContinue reading “Bethany Retreat’s Life Line Pregnancy and Infant Services receives donation”

The Knights of Columbus, Saints Peter & Paul Council #17278, is proud to announce our 2024 scholarship winners.  Congratulations to Madeline Bainey and Olivia Hutton, both graduating seniors of our parish.  Madeline is planning to pursue her education at Juniata College and Olivia has decided to attend Lock Haven University in the fall.  Each girlContinue reading “Council Scholarships Awarded!”

Thanks to all who supported our COAL Sweeps! …And the winners are…

Easter goody bags were distributed to the elementary CCD students during a break between Palm Sunday Mass and class. The Saints Peter and Paul Knights of Columbus wish everyone a Happy and Blessed Easter!