On December 10, 2024, council members and family gathered for our annual council Christmas party after the short council meeting. Food was provided by the council, with officers providing sides and desserts. A great time was had by all! [12/10/2024]

Winners of the 2024 Keep Christ in Christmas Poster Contest were announced on December 9, 2024. Winners are:

• Kindergarten Contest – Penelope Findysz
• 1st & 2nd Grade Contest – Paige Kasper
• 3rd & 4th Grade Contest – Nadia Kokinasidis
• 5th & 6th Grade Contest – Margaret Tallman
• 7th & 8th Grade Contest – Cecilia Tallman

On Saturday, November 16, 2024, Detroit area Knights and family members gathered at Basilica of Ste. Anne de Detroit in Detroit to distribute free coats to children that might not otherwise have a warm coat for the winter. St. John Neumann council knights turned out for this event, helping to distribute hundreds of coats. The Knights of Columbus in Michigan were able to provide these new coats through the generosity of the councils in the state. [11/16/2024]

The Second Annual SJN Wine Tasting Event was held on November 15, 2024, at St. John Neumann. Super Fine Wine & Liquor on Haggarty Rd. in Canton provided the wine for the tasting. A great time was had by all! [11/15/2024]

On Saturday, November 9, 2024, members of St. John Neumann Knights of Columbus and other parish members participated in the fall clean-up of the church grounds. Flower beds were cleared and replanted, trees trimmed and general cleanup work was done to spruce up the landscaping. [11/09/2024]

On November 3, 2024, the St John Neumann Knights of Columbus Council # 16169 held a pancake breakfast after all morning masses. Proceeds from the breakfast support the good works the Knights at the church. [11/03/2024]

On Saturday, November 2, 2024, members of St. John Neumann council 16169 joined other community members at the Sleep in Heavenly Peace Bed Build at Canton-Plymouth Mettetal Airport in Canton. Eighty beds were built in 2 hours, helping to ensure that no child sleeps on the floor. The beds will be delivered soon to local children. Click here for more information on Sleep in Heavenly Peace. [11/02/2024]

On Saturday, October 24, brothers Dave Andreoli, David Trost & Jim Pryce attended the Men's Conference at St. Thomas Chaldean Catholic Church in West Bloomfield. Guest speakers were Fr. Simon Esshaki and Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers. [10/26/2024]

The St. John Neumann Knights sponsored their 8th Halloween Dance on Friday, October 25, 2024. The dance was well attended with approximately 170 young adults and chaperones. The attendees were from the St. John Neumann Parish and the PC Stars Special Olympic Team. The young adults had great costumes and appeared to have a great time on the dance floor. The chaperones were very appreciative of the activities for the young adults.

Several organizations participated with us to make the dance a success. They were:

• The Civitans ran their popular picture taking station. Kathy Turnquest also provided the ice cream treats.
• The Middle School and High School Youth Groups provided support during the hall decorating, food serving areas and clean-up.
• The St. John Neumann Women's Organization provided support during the decorating, registration and running the "Punch Out" Game.
• Diana Korte was the DJ for the event and again did a great job this year.
• Cindy Fox from the PC Stars coordinated the registration of the PC Stars athletes.
• The Planning team of Cindy Fox, Kathy Turnquest, and Roxanne Crabill were instrumental in making the dance a success.
• A special thank you to Father John in leading us in an excellent prayer at the start of the dance.

Our council held our Fall Mental Impairment Drive on October 11, 12 and 13th. We accepted donations at two new venues this year: Mans Lumber on Michigan Avenue and Three Brothers Restaurant in Plymouth. We also accepted donations after all masses at both Resurrection and St. John Neumann. Donations in excess of $4,000 were collected! Thank you Brother Knights, parishioners and local businesses that supported our fall drive. Our next Mental Impairment Drive (aka MI Drive) will be in the Spring, Palm Sunday weekend. [10/13/2024]

On Saturday afternoon, October 12, the Knights of Columbus held the second annual Fall Festival in Baldwin Hall. The event was expanded this year to include the SJN Family Ministry.

The day was filled with festivities for all family members including a Chili Cookoff, Craft Beer Tasting, Corn Hole Tournament, Jeopardy and many additional Family Ministry events for the children. Although not planned, we were able to project the Tiger game in lieu of the planned college football game. Children participated in a Halloween Costume parade as parents enjoyed chili, hot dogs, chips and beer. Brother Steve Otting repeated with the winning Chili again taking home the prized Cookoff Trophy.

Thanks to all who participated to make the Fall Festival a great afternoon of Brotherhood and Family Ministry fun! [10/12/2024]

On October 10th, Larry and Cathy Redman, Marshall and Colleen Grazioli, Steve and Pam Sarlitto, Chuck and Nancy Lang, Jeff Battistella and Jodi Ring all attended the annual Fall Fundraiser Banquet for the AAA Pregnancy Resource Center. The center is in its 51st year of operation having helped women deliver and care for over 2000 babies that might have otherwise been lost to abortion. Several years ago the Knight of Columbus purchased an ultrasound machine for the center that has aided greatly in this cause.

The guest speaker was Kevin Sorbo who played "Hercules" on the popular TV show from the 90's amongst many other acting roles. After having his own life threatened by three strokes caused by an aneurism in his shoulder he became an outspoken Christian and Pro-life warrior. Our council sponsored the table again this year and the combined monetary contribution from the table sponsorship and donations from the table guests was $2400 which qualifies the center to receive the maximum $400 offered by The K of C Supreme Council through the ASAP program. [10/10/2024]

On Sunday, October 6, 2024, SJN Knights of Columbus along with other parishioners joined together for the Life Chain on Wayne Rd. near Warren Rd. Respecting all life, which includes ending abortions, is a pillar of the Catholic Church. This peaceful protest in favor of life over the culture of death was seen by many people driving in the area. [10/07/2024]

Area councils from District 114 supported the Special Olympics State Fall Soccer Games competition. It was held on Saturday, September 28 at Independence Park in Canton. This was a great event for Knights and their families cooking the food, serving, as well as site set-up and cleanup. Food was prepared for 600 athletes, coaches and chaperones. What's interesting to note - while our council helped at the State soccer games, other State games were going on simultaneously at other locations. This includes golf, kayaking, and cycling.

Thank you District Deputy, Dan Timmerman, for your leadership and organization skills. Council 16169 played a significant role in this event. A big thank you Brother Knights for supporting this important event! [09/28/2024]

A Patriotic Rosary was prayed at St John Neumann on September 18 to commemorate Constitution Day which was on September 17. The event was a joint effort between the SJN Knights of Columbus and the SJN Women's organization.

The event led off with a compilation of quotes and refections from Lincoln's Gettysburg Address, The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution itself, followed by the recitation of the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary with a prayer for our various leaders before each decade and a recognition of each state of the union prior to each "Hail Mary". Patriotic songs such as "My Country Tis of Thee" and "God Bless America" were sung after each decade with piano accompaniment.

The colors were posted and the event presided over by a 4th Degree Honor Guard from Pope John XXIII Assembly 1536 and St. Francis of Assisi assembly 2136.

It was an evening of inspired prayer for our country. [09/18/2024]

On Saturday, September 15, Marshall Grazioli and other council Knights helped lead the Knights of Columbus Soccer Challenge. Congratulations to the winners all those that participated. [09/15/2024]

The Knights of Columbus were once again active at the SJN Parish Picnic on September 15, 2024. From grilling hot dogs and serving beer and soda, a great time was had by many. We also had visits from the Canton Fire Department and Police Department. A DJ, basketball hoops, candy walk, petting zoo and pony rides were also available. [09/15/2024]

On Sunday, September 8, 2024, brother knights from SJN Council 16169 once again helped the Plymouth Rotary Club serve chicken dinners in their annual fundraiser at the Plymouth Fall Festival. Knights helped with all aspects, including serving meals to hungry festival goers. [09/08/2024]

On Tuesday, August 13, 2024, District Deputy Dan Timmerman installed the Officers of St. John Neumann Council #16169 into their respective positions. [08/13/2024]

On Sunday, June 30, 2024, our council had Corporate Communion and Fr. Paul Onyebuche celebrated his last Mass at SJN before retiring to Nigeria. Members of Pope John XXIII Assembly 1536 Color Corps were also on hand for the event and present to Fr. Paul a Chalice that was passed on from Fr. Newhouse. Knights of Columbus council members and their families participated by taking on all the service roles during the mass. A reception for Fr. Paul O. was also held after all Masses. [06/30/2024]

On Monday, June 24, 2024, the St. John Neumann Knights of Columbus sponsored the St. John Neumann Parish Golf Outing at Fox Hills Golf & Banquet Center in Plymouth. A great time was had by all that attended.

Note that this is but a fraction of all the pics taken during the event. To see all of the photos taken at the golf, please click here to see photos in the July Neumann's Knights newsletter. [06/24/2024]

Winners of the 2023 Keep Christ in Christmas Poster Contest were announced prior to the January 9, 2024, council meeting. Winners are:

• Kindergarten Contest – Teddy Tallman
• 1st & 2nd Grade Contest – Clare Smith
• 3rd & 4th Grade Contest – Margaret Tallman
• 5th & 6th Grade Contest – Sarah Pablo

On December 12, 2023, St. John Neumann Council 16169 was joined by State Deputy Christopher Kolomjec and his wife Julie as well as by State Treasurer Charles McCuen III. Recognition for Knight of the Month (Clinton Randall), Family of the Year (Ed Hurst, Jr. Family) and the Catholic Citizenship Essay Contest winner (Marianne Vespa) occurred, as well as some special recognition for Frans Purwadihardja (service to the parish) and Noella Hurst (quick action to save Ed Hurst's life). The meeting was followed by dinner provided by the council officers. [12/12/2023]

The First Annual SJN Wine Tasting Event was held on November 17, 2023, at St. John Neumann. Super Fine Wine provided the wine for the tasting. A great time was had by all! [11/17/2023]

On November 4, 2023, Detroit area Knights and family members gathered at St. André Bessette in Ecorse to distribute free coats to children that might not otherwise have a warm coat for the winter. St. John Neumann council knights turned out for this event, helping to distribute hundreds of coats. The Knights of Columbus in Michigan were able to provide these new coats through the generosity of the councils in the state. [11/04/2023]

On Saturday, November 4, 2023, members of St. John Neumann Knights of Columbus and other parish members participated in the fall clean-up of the church grounds. Flower beds were cleared and replanted, trees trimmed and general cleanup work was done to spruce up the landscaping. [11/04/2023]

On Saturday, October 28, 2023, members of St. John Neumann Knights of Columbus participated in the fall clean-up of the Resurrection Parish church grounds. Flower beds were cleared and replanted, trees trimmed and general cleanup work was done to spruce up the landscaping. [10/28/2023]

On Friday, October 27, 2023, members of our council helped to host a Halloween Dance for Canton Special Olympics team members. Members of the St. John Neumann's Women's Organization, as well some of the local Alhambra members, also pitched in to help. [10/27/2023]

On October 14, 2023, members of St. John Neumann, including Knights of Columbus members, participated in a Rosary Rally to pray for the end of abortion and for the sanctity of life. [10/14/2023]

The Knights of Columbus were once again active at the SJN Parish Picnic on September 17, 2023. From cutting up watermelon to grilling hot dogs and serving beer and soda, a great time was had by many. We also had visits from the Canton Fire Department and Police Department. A bounce house and slide, a petting zoo and pony rides were also available. [09/17/2023]

At the August 2023 council meeting, brothers George Peters and David Trost were recognized as the August 2023 Knights of the Month. [08/08/2023]

On Tuesday, July 11, 2023, District Deputy Dan Timmerman installed the Officers of St. John Neumann Council #16169 into their respective positions. [07/11/2023]

Didn't see a picture and you know we took it? We have photos going back for as long as the council has been in exsistence, so click here to see all the recognition we have given over the years!