Enjoy a delicious Columbus Day CHICKEN BBQ DINNER!
Sunday, October 4th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Price: $15.00
Advance Tickets Only…Take out or Drive Thru at the Ss. Peter & Paul Catholic Church Social Hall.
Each meal will include 1/2 Chicken, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Roll, and a Dessert.
Tickets are on sale now. Tickets are available for purchase at our free, Community Breakfasts or by calling 814-553-0632…while supplies last.
A COMMUNITY PANCAKE & SAUSAGE BREAKFAST sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council #17278 will be held on Sunday, September 20th 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!
The Knights of Columbus, Saints Peter & Paul Council #17278, is proud to announce our 2026 scholarship winners. Congratulations to Anastasia Ricciotti and Toby Mebs, Jr., both graduating seniors of our parish. Anastasia is planning to pursue her education at The Pennsylvania State University, and Toby has decided to attend South Hills School of Business, State College in the fall. Each student received a $500.00 scholarship.
Anastasia Ricciotti receives her award from GK Steve Moore.
Toby Mebs, Jr. receives his award from GK Steve Moore.
The Knights would like to wish these two fine, young adults the best of luck in the future. God Bless you both.
Our 2026-27 Sweeps is now underway. 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! Tickets will be sold following select weekend Masses beginning in August, but you can buy yours right now just by contacting any of our Knights. Tickets will also be available for purchase at our free community breakfasts each month. Ticket donation is $10.00.
How It Works:
Visit the “FUND CRAZR” website to track your standings in the sweepstakes and to learn more about the contest. This sweepstakes starts at game time on November 8, 2026 and ends when the last game is over on January 10, 2027. This program benefits PA Knights of Columbus Charities.
The Celebrity Memorabilia Raffle prize winners were drawn at our free, Community Breakfast on Father’s Day, June 21, 2026. Click here to see the lucky winners of the sports memorabilia featuring autographed swag from PAUL SKENES, HANK AARON, AND ERNIE BANKS!
Our next Memorabilia Raffle is underway now. Check the “Council News” tab for details!
Win autographed Sports Celebrity Memorabilia 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 at our monthly Community Breakfasts, following select weekend Masses, or by contacting any of our Knights…while supplies last.
The “Winner’s Choice” Drawings will be held during our free, Community “Breakfast with Santa” on December 13th, 2026 at the Ss. Peter & Paul Catholic Church Parish Social Hall.
Each winner drawn will have his/her choice of the remaining prizes!
Winners have 30 days to claim their prize, after which all items will remain the property of Knights of Columbus Council #17278.
Tickets were graciously donated by Beezer-Heath Funeral Home.
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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:
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.
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.
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.
Thanks to all who supported our COAL Sweeps!
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!
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!
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.”
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!
