“The Cross In My Pocket” – A Lenten Focal Point and a Yearlong Reminder
Our 7th annual “40 Cans for Lent” Project Begins Soon!
Saints Peter & Paul Council Announces Scholarships – 2026!
Saints Peter & Paul Council is offering two $500 scholarships in 2026. Applicants must be members of the 2026 graduating high school class and must also be confirmed Catholics as well as parishioners of Ss. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Philipsburg. The only exception to this will be for an applicant who belongs to a parish outside of the council service area, but whose father is a member in good standing of Ss. Peter and Paul Council #17278. Applications and information on the scholarships can be found on the cry room shelf at the rear of the church. Information and forms can also be downloaded here. It’s just one more outstanding reason to become a member today. Join us this year!
Community Pancake and Sausage Breakfast!
A COMMUNITY PANCAKE & SAUSAGE BREAKFAST sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council #17278 will be held on Sunday, February 22nd from 8:00 A.M. till 12 noon In the Parish Hall. There is no cost for the breakfast; however, all free-will offerings will be gratefully accepted. All are welcome!
Lenten Fish Dinners!
Celebrity Memorabilia Raffle!
Win autographed Baseball Celebrity Memorabilia complete with Certificates of Authenticity:
- Paul SKENES
- Hank AARON
- Ernie BANKS
Click here to view the celebrity swag.
Cost per chance: $1.00, and are on sale now. Chances may be purchased at our monthly Community Breakfasts, following select weekend Masses, or by contacting any of our Knights…while supplies last.
The Drawings will be held during our Community Breakfast on June 21, 2026 at the Ss. Peter & Paul Catholic Church Parish Social Hall.
Winners have 30 days to claim their prize, after which all items will remain the property of Knights of Columbus Council #17278.
Chances were graciously donated by the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home.
Small Games of Chance #06021
Pennsylvania Knights Annual “Football Crazr” Sweeps is History (…till next season)!
Thank you to everyone who participated in our yearly Football Sweepstakes. Our PA State Council produced multiple winners this past season. Congratulations to all those lucky folks and a big shout out of gratitude to everyone who purchased tickets from us!
See you again in the fall of 2026!
Visit the “FUND CRAZR” website to track your standings in the sweepstakes and to learn more about the contest. A running list of this past season’s winners can be found by clicking here. This program benefits PA Knights of Columbus Charities.
2026 Chance of a Lifetime (COAL) Sweepstakes Begin!
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 is $5.00 and 16 prizes ranging from $1,000 to $15,000 will be awarded.
Thanks and good luck to all who continue to support our COAL fundraiser by purchasing tickets.
Drawing – Friday, May 15, 2026 – 9:00 PM at the Pennsylvania State Council Convention.
Click HERE for a list of the lucky 2025 winners!
Pope Leo thanks the Knights of Columbus
Click here to read the entire Vatican News article.
Knights Help Deliver Christmas Necessities
On December 20th, members of Saints Peter & Paul Council, along with those from neighboring councils (Osceola Mills, Houtzdale, and Clearfield), went on the road to deliver Christmas presents filled with household necessities, appliances, and gift cards to deserving families in the area. A yearly event, the Christmas deliveries are collected, packaged and orchestrated by Bethany Retreat (Anawim Ministries) in Frenchville, PA. All items are donated by local individuals and businesses, and are hand delivered by our Knights to families who are truly in need. Vivat Jesus!
Council Receives Awards for Program Excellence!
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 recognition from among all Knights of Columbus Councils in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania at the recent 127th Annual State Convention in Pittsburgh. We thank the PA State Council and Brother Fleming for this outstanding honor. Vivat Jesus!
Deacon Brian Yurky featured in PROCLAIM! Magazine
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!
California Wildfire Disaster Relief
Please CLICK HERE to follow the Donation Link.
Bethany Retreat’s Life Line Pregnancy and Infant Services receives donation
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: SK Charles Saggese, Sr. Ruth Ann, Sr. Suzanne, and Grand Knight Jim Burns
Council Scholarships Awarded!
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 girl received a $250.00 scholarship.
Madeline Bainey receives her award from GK Jim Burns.
Olivia Hutton receives her award from GK Jim Burns.
The Knights would like to wish these two fine young ladies the best of luck in the future. God Bless you both.
Saints Peter & Paul Council #17278 