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Knights of Columbus In Service to One, In Service to All


 Council #9053
9901 Coastal Highway
Ocean City, Maryland, 21842
410-524-7994


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Knight Times - March 2023

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K of C Logo The Knights of Columbus Ocean City Council #9053 is located at the Columbus Hall, behind St. Luke's Church at 99th Street and Coastal Highway in Ocean City, Maryland. The Grand Knight for 2021-2023 is Thomas Herwig. You can contact the Knights by phone at 410-524-7994, or by email to koc9053@comcast.net.

Are you a Knight recently relocated to the Ocean City area?  Why don't you consider transferring your membership to the Ocean City Council #9053 and enjoy all the activities of the Council here in Ocean City.  Call the Council Membership Director, Joe Kostelac, call the Columbus Hall at 410-524-7994 and ask to transfer your membership to Council #9053.

Pope John Paul II Assembly #2454
K of C 4th Degree

4th degree Logo The Fourth Degree of the Knights of Columbus Council #9053 is known as the Pope John Paul Assembly #2454. Members of the Fourth Degree conduct programs that support and promote patriotism including participation in Veteran's celebrations, fostering respect for the flag, as well as support for parish and community activities. Fourth Degree Knights provide a Color Guard wherever the Bishop of the Diocese appears at local parishes or when requested by our Pastors. They also provide Honor Guards for our deceased members family at Wakes and Funeral Masses.

Assembly #2454 meets the second Thursday of the month at 6 pm at the Columbus Hall. For information concerning membership, call the Faithful Navigator, Pope John Paul II Assembly #2454, Joe Kostelac, at the Columbus Hall, 410-524-7994.

Ocean City Lady Knights Auxiliary, Inc.
K of C Council #9053

The Ladies' Auxiliary of Council #9053 assists with the Council's spiritual, charitable, social and fund raising programs. Membership consists of practicing Catholic women over 18 years of age. Come join us or call the Ladies Auxiliary Contact, Dee Matthews, 410-524-7994 at the Columbus Hall, for information.


KofC Calendar Information
KofC Calendar Form Blood Drive

COUNCIL ACTIVITIES


                         BINGO - Friday Nights at the Columbus Hall
                           9901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Md.

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Bingo

The Bingo is back Live

Come enjoy Bingo Friday Nights at the Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Maryland.

Doors open at 5 pm and Bingo begins at 6:30 pm.

Light Refreshments are available before BINGO and during intermission.

* Each game night we award at least $1000 in prize money.

* Play every game for $25.

*Our end of evening Big Jackpot is now worth up to $1,000.  Prizes lowered if less than 40 attendees.

Benefits Knights of Columbus Council #9053 Charities.

Community Supper

 Next Community Supper

March 29th

Lenten Menu

The Community Supper are normally held on the last Wednesday of the month. It is from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm at the Columbus Hall. There will be a Happy Hour starting at 5:00 and dinner starting at 5:30. After dinner stay and socialize with your fellow brothers, family and friends.  Come and enjoy a simple meal and a good time for only $15.00.
CASH BAR - Open to the public
For more information call 410-524-7994 Monday thru Fridays, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.

 

Buffet Breakfast


March 19th, 2023

Sunday Buffet Breakfast is normally held on a designated Sunday of the Month from 8:30 am to 11:30 am at the K of C #9053 Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City.

The menu includes:

  • Scrambled Eggs
  • Western Style Scrambled Eggs
  • Pancakes (Regular and Blueberry)
  • Creamed Chip Beef
  • French Toast
  • Bacon and Sausage
  • Toast and Biscuits
  • Orange Juice, Coffee and Tea

    Adults $15.00 - Children 12 yrs and under $7.00





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Pray for Our Sick and Deceased

Your Prayers are requested for all the sick and deceased members of K of C Council #9053 and in particular all those named in our Council's Sick and Deceased List.


Click here to see the list .

Columbus Hall Available to Rent

Council Hall Looking for a place in Ocean City, Maryland, to hold a special event (wedding reception, condo meeting, birthday party, repast, etc.)?  Consider the Columbus Hall located at 9901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Maryland. 

Facilities are available for up to 150 persons with bar and kitchen.  Call the Hall Rental Manager, Richard Thomas, 302-539-3225 (hm) or 610-304-9773 (cell) or call the Columbus Hall weekdays at 410-524-7994 for details and availability.  For a description of the Hall facilities, Click here.

The Knights of Columbus has
One of the Best Insurance Programs
in the World!

The Knights of Columbus has one of the best insurance programs in the world. Click here to go to our insurance page to find out how our insurance offerings can be tailored to your needs. Contact the Knights of Columbus Council 9053 Insurance Representative, Thomas Strassner (410-258-0308) a member of Council 9053, for information and enrollment procedures.

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Follow the activities of the Knights of Columbus Council 9053 on Facebook  K of C on Facebook and see and post comments on Twitter.  Twitter site under construction.  Check back later for information.


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                               News and Notes      


*        Father McGivney's Founder's Mass will be celebrated on March 29th at St. Lukes at 9:00 am.

*        Lenten One Day Retreat for Men. Thursday March 30, 2023 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

*        Lady Knight's Lenten retreat is scheduled for Tuesday March 28th at the Columbus Hall.

*        St. Patrick's Corned Beef Dinner Cancelled Due to Columbus Hall Rental.

*        Easter Egg Hunt from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Columbus Hall.

*        Welcome Father Martin our new Council Chaplain and Faithful Friar.

*        The next Council Meeting at the Columbus Hall will be on April 5th.

*        The next Assembly #2454 meeting is on March 9th at 6:30 in the Columbus Hall. .

*        The Council Officer Meeting time and date is Wednesday  March 29th at 10:45 am. This meeting will be via Zoom

*        The next Columbus Club Board Meeting will be held on Wednesday March 8th at 10:00 am at the Columbus Hall

*        The Rosary Hour is back live Thursdays @ 10:00 am at the Columbus Hall. The Rosary is followed by a reading from next Sundays Gospel.

*        Bingo is back live on Friday evenings come out and help or just enjoy playing the game. Play every game for only $25.00. Help is always needed at Bingo. If you can volunteer please contact Tom Anderson.

*        The Knights are continuing the pick three Lottery 2023 Calendar  again this year to generate funds for our Council Charities. For more information contact the Columbus Hall on 410-524-7994. Leave a message and someone will get back to you with instructions on how to enter and play or check the flyer on the right of this website for information and an entry form.  There is a limited time that the calendars will be available as well as a limited number of calendars available. You have to be in it to win it. And Must Be 18 or older to play. Still taking orders for the 2023 Calendars. See order Form on this page. Calendars will be on sale at the Columbus Hall on Saturday February 11th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.

*        Exemplifications On Demand, On Line. Go from the first degree to the third degree in 35 minutes. Contact Council Membership Director Joe Kostelac for information.

*        The Knights of Columbus "Knightline" Publication is available on this website under the "K of C Websites" tab.

*        The latest Knights of Columbus Activity Report is available on this Website under the "Council Information" tab

*        Don't forget you can use your credit card to make purchases at Knights of Columbus Functions.

*        The Columbus Hall rental Rate for members is $100 per hour. Use it for parties or meetings or any other occasion. The Hall is in the best shape it's been in a while. Help the council support its various charitable endeavors. Call Richard Thomas 302-539-3225 (hm) or 610-304-9773 (cell) or call the Columbus Hall weekdays at 410-524-7994 for details and availability.

*        The Knights of Columbus Insurance Representative is Thomas  Strassner (410-258-0308) a member of Council 9053


        Reminder:  The Council meetings on the first Wednesday of the month
now starts at
6:30 pm
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                                          Calendar of Events

March 2023
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
 


 
1 Council Meeting at the Columbus Hall, 6:30 pm. 2 Rosary Hour at the Columbus Hall, 10:00 am.
Sons and Daughters of Italy Meeting 5:30 at the Columbus Hall.
3 BINGO Doors open at 5:00 pm. Games begin at 6:30 pm at the Columbus Hall.




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8 Columbus Club Corp. Board Meeting 10:00am at the Columbus Hall.
Polish American Club Meeting 2:00 pm at the Columbus Hall.
9 Rosary Hour at the Columbus Hall, 10:00 am.
4th Degree Meeting (Assembly 2454) -  at 6:30 pm at the Columbus Hall.
10 BINGO Doors open at 5:00 pm. Games begin at 6:30 pm at the Columbus Hall.

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St. Patty's Day Parade

Corned Beef Dinner at the Columbus Hall after Parade (Cancelled due to Hall Rental)
12 Day Light Savings Time Begins

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14 Charity Meeting 10:00 am at the Columbus Hall


15 Lady Knight's Auxiliary Meeting 1:00 pm 16 Rosary Hour at the Columbus Hall, 10:00 am. 17 BINGO  Doors open at 5:00 pm. Games begin at 6:30 pm at the Columbus Hall.
St. Patrick's Day
18 Son's of Italy St. Joseph's Festival at St. Andrews. 11:00 am to 6:00 pm

19  Buffet Breakfast with the Knights 8:30 am to 11:30 am at the Columbus Hall



20 First Day of Spring

21 LOAH Meeting 9:30 am. at the Columbus Hall 22
23 Rosary Hour at the Columbus Hall, 10:00 am. Padre Pio Presentation
24 BINGO Doors open at 5:00 pm. Games begin at 6:30 pm at the Columbus Hall.
Knight's Mass @ St. John Neumann

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27 Council Blood Drive at the Columbus Hall 9:00 am to 2:00 pm.
28 Ladies Lenten Retreat





29  Ways and Means Meeting at 10:00 am ZOOM
Council Officers Meeting
10:45 am. Zoom  
Community Super 5:00 pm at the Columbus Hall (Lenten Menu)
30 Men's One Day Lenten Retreat 9:00 am 31 BINGO  Doors open at 5:00 pm. Games begin at 6:30 pm at the Columbus Hall.  

April 2023
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
 


 
 
 




1 April Fools Day





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5 Council Meeting at the Columbus Hall, 6:30 pm. 6 Rosary Hour at the Columbus Hall, 10:00 am.
Sons and Daughters of Italy Meeting 5:30 at the Columbus Hall.
7 NO BINGO - Good Friday

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Easter Egg Hunt 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Columbus Hall.
9 Easter Sunday

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11 Charity Meeting 10:00 am at the Columbus Hall


12 Columbus Club Corp. Board Meeting 10:00am at the Columbus Hall.
Polish American Club Meeting 2:00 pm at the Columbus Hall.
13 Rosary Hour at the Columbus Hall, 10:00 am.
14 BINGO  Doors open at 5:00 pm. Games begin at 6:30 pm at the Columbus Hall.

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18 LOAH Meeting 9:30 am. at the Columbus Hall 19 Lady Knight's Auxiliary Bingo Luncheon
20 Rosary Hour at the Columbus Hall, 10:00 am.
4th Degree Meeting (Assembly 2454) -  at 6:30 pm at the Columbus Hall.
21 BINGO Doors open at 5:00 pm. Games begin at 6:30 pm at the Columbus Hall.



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23 Buffet Breakfast with the Knights 8:30 am to 11:30 am at the Columbus Hall____________________________
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26  Ways and Means Meeting at 10:00 am ZOOM
Council Officers Meeting
10:45 am. Zoom  
Community Super 5:00 pm at the Columbus Hall
27 Rosary Hour at the Columbus Hall, 10:00 am. 28 BINGO  Doors open at 5:00 pm. Games begin at 6:30 pm at the Columbus Hall.
Knight's Mass @ St. John Neumann
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