knights of columbus
our mission
Founded on the principles of charity, unity and fraternity, the Knights of Columbus was established in 1882 by Father Michael J. McGivney, assistant pastor of St. Mary’s Church in New Haven, Conn., and a group of parishioners. Their intent? To bring financial aid and assistance to the sick, disabled and needy members and their families. This simple gathering has expanded to a worldwide organization that assists wherever trouble exists in the world.
The Wallis Knights of Columbus seeks to support the local parish of Guardian Angels Church, and the community, with special assistance to the Brother Knights and their widows after they pass. We provide support for area organizations such as the Scouts, pregnancy centers in Austin and Fort Bend counties, scholarships, vocations with support for seminarians, and more! We are always seeking good, Catholic men to join our group to help us in our mission.
- Council Meeting – First Mondays at 7:00 pm (Social at 6:00 pm)
Annual Wild Game Supper – January 24, 2025
The Wallis Knights of Columbus, Father Nemec Council 3793 will be hosting our annual Wild Game Supper on January 24, 2025 which is our largest single fundraiser of the year and helps to support all of our charities. Grand Raffle tickets are now available from members and several local businesses in Wallis who support the Council. As per past years, the prize shown will be delivered as a gift card equal to the regular price of the item as shown in the BassPro catalog as of September 1, 2024. Gift cards may be used toward the purchase of any item in the BassPro or Cabela stores up to the amount of the gift card.
Other games and events will be held the night of the Wild Game Supper including but not limited to a live auction, Penny Pot Luck, Bucket Game, and more.
As always, food served will center around wild game donated by local hunters. If you wish to donate wild game, please contact a member and you will be directed to someone who can help.
The 4th Degree Knights, Assembly #1142, are also promoting their raffle, which will be held at the Wild Game supper as well. As the ticket indicates, there are 7 gift cards on the ticket. Tickets are available from any Assembly member and online at their new Online Store.
The 4th Degree Assembly adds Patriotism to the three degress of the Knights of Columbus.
Turkey and Dressing Dinner
Benefiting the Wallis Columbus Club Hall
Turkey and Dressing plate with yams, green beans, and cranberry sauce, loaded!
February 16, 2025
$15.00 per plate, Drive-Thru Only!
Serving begins at 10:00 am and will continue until we sell out or 12:30 pm. We usually sell out before noon.
KNIGHTS SCHOLARSHIPS
next DUE date: MARCH 31, 2025!
One of the blessings of being a Knight is the opportunity for our children and grandchildren to earn a scholarship to attend post high school education.
To earn a scholarship the applicant must submit an application by March 31 of the current academic year and be a high school senior. Scholarships are limited by Council funds and not all applicants may be selected, but we try our best to support our children.
Scholarship applications and the guides are available from the Brazos High School Counselor or may also be downloaded from this link.
news
Wallis Knights of Columbus may avoid publicity in general, but you can find here the things we do for our local parish, the Church of Guardian Angels in Wallis, Texas, and our community. Please check the official calendar for upcoming events.
knights of the Month
Dennis Kulhanekl was selected Knight of the Month for December 2024. If there is food with the Knights, you can bet Dennis had something to do with the cooking or delivery. Dennis cheerfully cooked and arranged meals for all of the regular meetings, and most of the benefits!
Recent Knights of the Month:
June 2024: Roberto Ramos
July 2024: Leslie Jez
August 2024: John Maresh
September 2024: Steven Fojtik
October 2024: Gene Sury
November 2024: Steve Sheron
family of the month
December Family of the Month and selected as Council 2793 Family of the Year is the Dennis Kulhanek family. The entire family helps arrange, cook, and serve meals for the Council at all full council meetings and helps at fund raising events and benefits. We eat well due to their efforts, and we appreciate all they do for the Council and Community.
domino tournaments
The next 42-Domino Tournament will be on April 25, 2025 at the Columbus Club Hall. A light meal prepared by Knight Ray Hanzelka will be provided. Players may also contribute to the meal with desserts or side dishes. We look forward to seeing everyone who enjoys 42 Dominoes!
Everyone is welcome, even if you are just learning and want to have fun.
We take a break from November through March for Thanksgiving, Christmas, the Wild Game Supper, and Lenten Fish Fries.
2023 – 2024 Awards!
The Wallis Knights of Columbus, Father Nemec Council #3793 earned several awards for the fiscal year 2023-2024. From Left to Right, Duwayne is holding the Ogden Award earned by meeting State Charities goals 10 years in a row, and the Quick Start Award earned by meeting the State Charities goal before December 31 of the fiscal year. GK Mark Williams is holding the Star Council Award earned by meeting recruitment goals, Fraternal Benefits requirements, and the Columbian Award for Faith in Action. Congratulations to the Council. The awards were presented by District Deputy C.J. Hattier.
father nemec council #3793
P.O. Box 667
703 Columbus Road
Wallis, TX 77485
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