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Saints Peter & Paul Council #17278 sweeps PA State Awards!

Our Council was once again front and center at the 128th Annual Convention of the Pennsylvania State Council held on May 16th, 2026. We were recipients of all five of the Division 1 Awards listed below:

  • State Faith Award (Faith in Action)
  • State Family Award (Faith in Action)
  • State Life Award (Faith in Action)
  • Council Activities Award
  • Public Relations Award

We are grateful to the PA State Council for considering us worthy of this recognition in Program Excellence, and we remain committed to humble service in the spirit of our Order. Vivat Jesus!

We are proud to share our success, and invite you to view our Awards Page.

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“Chance Of A Lifetime” (COAL) 2026 Winners Announced!

Thanks to all who supported our COAL Sweeps!

…And the winners are…

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Our 7th Annual “40 Cans for Lent” project concludes; 1,370 pounds of food collected!

Click HERE for our 2026 Grand Total!

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Giving Back

Saints Peter & Paul Council #17278 – Knights of Columbus has been recognized by the American Red Cross as one of its Premier Blood Partners for 2026, a prestigious honor, for its support of the community and national blood supply.  Last year, Saints Peter & Paul Council helped the Red Cross collect 207 blood donations as part of its deep-rooted commitment to help save the lives of patients facing illnesses and injuries in this community and across the country. “Saints Peter & Paul Council #17278 is proud to be a part of the Red Cross mission that helps ensure lifesaving blood is available for hospital patients in need. Our organization shares that same humanitarian value to help our neighbors, and we are grateful for the opportunity to host blood drives that will do just that here in our community.” Every day, volunteer blood and platelet donors across the country are needed to help save lives. Blood and platelets are needed for accident and burn victims, heart surgery and organ transplant patients, and those receiving treatment for leukemia, cancer or sickle cell disease, according to the Red Cross.

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“The Cross In My Pocket” – A Lenten Focal Point and a Yearlong Reminder

As a token of gratitude for all of the support shown to us by our parish community, each parishioner entering the church for Ash Wednesday Masses was gifted a Pocket Cross from our Council.  The Crosses were blessed by our Worthy Brother Knight, Deacon Jerry Nevling, and represent our most sincere wishes for a meaningful and spiritually satisfying Lenten journey.  May the Cross in your pocket be a constant reminder of the precious gifts that only our Savior can provide.

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Community Pancake and Sausage Breakfast!

A COMMUNITY PANCAKE & SAUSAGE BREAKFAST sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council #17278 will be held on Sunday, June 21st 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!

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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

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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.

 

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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!

Breakfast with Santa – 2025

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 the weather outside was frightful). Take a moment to view a slideshow of the event by clicking here and scrolling down the page to “Breakfast with Santa – 2025.” This year’s breakfast was especially memorable due to the recent release of the feature film “Saint Nick of Bethlehem” which was inspired by the life of our local Santa. The film is now being streamed worldwide on Amazon Prime Video. Check out the trailer here and BELIEVE! Merry Christmas and the very best of the holiday season to you from Saints Peter & Paul Council – 17278!

“Breakfast with Santa!”

Saints Peter & Paul Council #17278 invites everyone to come out and see Santa and Mrs. Claus at our “Breakfast with Santa” on Sunday, December 14th.  Breakfast will be held from 8:00 to noon in our parish hall. There is no cost for the breakfast; however, a free-will offering will be most appreciated. As in the past, it will truly be a special event featuring the magic of the season and the spirit of community fellowship!  As many of our local folks know, our Santa is the inspiration for a feature film, showing nationally, some of which was shot in our area.  More information on this project (and the official trailer) can be found here. 

“The magic of Christmas is not in the presents, but in His presence. May His love surround you this holiday season. May you feel God’s presence in the candles that softly spread their glow at Christmas.  May you experience the wonder of His abiding love, as He guides you, through each day of the coming year. This Christmas may God’s Blessings be with you.”  Merry Christmas from our Council to you!

Follow this link to learn more about the local man who inspired the movie, “Saint Nick of Bethlehem.”

Keep Christ in Christmas Poster Art Contest Winners Announced!

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 of the contest is designed to involve youth in their faith, encourage reflection on Jesus’ birth, and promote the spiritual side of Christmas.

Saints Peter & Paul Council #17278 is proud to be sponsoring this contest for the first time, and equally proud to announce the winners of this Advent’s competition. The work of these talented, young artists may be found by clicking on this link. Congratulations to all of our winners!

Life Line Baby Formula Drive

The Saints Peter & Paul Knights of Columbus has partnered with Life Line Pregnancy and Infant Services in support of their annual Baby Formula Drive.  This year, our parish hall has been designated as the official collection point for our area.  The Drive will run from September 1st through the 26th. All donations will be collected using the specially marked drop-off box located just outside the main entrance to the parish hall. 

(Baby formula donations may be dropped off Monday through Friday during this period between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.)

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!