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Knights of Columbus: A Legacy of Charity, Unity, and Fraternity Since 1882

Thanks to the efforts of venerable Father Michael J. McGivney, assistant pastor of St. Mary’s Church in New Haven and some of his parishioners, the Connecticut state legislature on March 29, 1882, officially chartered the Knights of Columbus as a fraternal benefit society. The Order is still true to its founding principles of charity, unity and fraternity.

From his own experience, McGivney recognized the devastating effect on immigrant families of the premature death of the father and wage earner. Many Catholics were still struggling to assimilate into the American economy so he, with a small group of parishioners, as a mutual aid society, began to provide financial assistance in the event of the men’s deaths to their widows and orphans. The organization developed as a fraternal society. McGivney was also known for his tireless work among his parishioners.

The Knights of Columbus was among the first groups to recruit blood donors, with formal efforts dating to 1937 during the Great Depression.

Officers and Directors

SK John Sharkey

Grand Knight
2025-2026

OCEAN CITY COUNCIL #9053 2026-2027 OFFICERS
Chaplain, Father and SK Lance Martin 410-289-0652
Grand Knight, SK John Sharkey 610-329-5651
Deputy Grand Knight, SK Chris Bean 301-440-0865
Warden, SK John Liddi 301-807-5096
Recorder, SK Dave Herlihy 410-292-7845
Financial Secretary, SK Dale Shepard 952-807-3239
Treasurer, SK Thomas Foglesong 240-353-0681
Lecturer, David Dancer 240-506-7857
Advocate, SK Bill Van Horn 301-461-3660
Inside Guard, SK Richard Thomas 610-304-9773
Outside Guard, SK Richard Fox 443-966-2200
TRUSTEES
3 Yr. Jim Stone, PGK / PFN 302-436-2623
2 Yr. SK Ken Hidenfelter, PGK 410-703-2623
1 Yr. SK Joe Kostelac, PGK / PFN 410-726-2126
CONVENTION DELEGATES
SK John Sharkey, GK 610-329-5651
SK Kenneth Hidenfelter, PGK 410-703-2623
Alt. Delegate, SK Wayne Straight, PGK, PFN 302-988-1863
Alt. Delegate, SK Tom Herwig, PGK,PFN 410-960-9019
Exemplification Team Captain
SK Chris Bean,DGK 301-440-0865
CHAIRMEN/DIRECTORS/MANAGERS
Bar Manager, SK Richard Thomas 610-304-9773
Bingo, SK Thomas Anderson 410-641-5752
Charity Committee Chairman, SK Joe Kostelac 410-250-5665
Faith Director, SK Steve Mastbrook 302-604-2694
Community Director, SK Thomas Herwig 410-960-9019
Computer Specialist, John Rubino 301-938-9239
Family Director, SK John Sharkey 610-329-5651
Hall Rental Manager, SK Richard Thomas 610-304-9773
Kitchen Manager, SK Kevin Hughes 410-726-8946
Knight Times Editor, SK Thomas Foglesong 240-353-0681
Membership Director, Jack Kelly 410-258-5663
Life Director, SK Kevin Hughes 410-726-8956
Program Director, SK Chris Bean 301-440-0865
Public Relations, SK Thomas Foglesong 240-353-0681
Retention Director, Burke Pieper 410-804-3444
Sick and Distressed, Chuck Lutz 410-208-3065
Ways & Means Chair, SK Thomas Foglesong 240-353-0681
Youth Director, SK Eddie Mardaga 443-220-5286
Youth Director, SK John Sharkey 610-329-5651

Welcome from the Grand Knight...

Weekly Update from the Grand Knight

20 July 2026

                     

GRAND KNIGHT WEEKLY REPORT

Worthy Brothers, Ladies and friends, good Sunday evening wishes to each of you.
Let us continue to Pray for all on our Prayer List, and those Brothers, Ladies Auxiliary members and any family members who need our Prayers. Also pray for any Deceased Brothers, and Ladies Auxiliary members and their Families. Also please continue to Pray for the people in this country who need to come back to GOD, and who need our help.   
 
 Karen Baldwin’s Funeral :  A viewing at Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin Md. was held on Wednesday July 15th. On Thursday July 16th a Funeral Mass was held at Holy Savior. Thanks to the Brother Knights who attended. Thanks to Father Martin for presiding
 
Ron Briggs’ Funeral: This past  Friday July 17, 2026 at St. Luke’s Church a Memorial Mass was held, for Sir Knight Ron, Followed by a Celebration of Life at Columbus Hall. It was a very touching Mass. Thank you to all Brother Knights in attendence. And Special thanks to Color Corp Captain Richard Thomas, Wayne Straight, Charlie Bell, and Tom Herwig for paying tribute to Brother Ron. Also Thanks to Father Jennings, Deacon Joe Carraro, and Seminarian Kya for presiding.
 
Anna Lamarre Funeral arrangements: A mass for Anna will be held on Saturday August 1st TBD, followed by a Celebration of life at Columbus Hall following the Mass.
 
Please Pray for all Brothers and Families. 
 
** Other events from the Past Week:
 
Seafood Night Number 2: Well we’re back. Kevin, John, Kellan and the Kitchen crew did another excellent job. Unfortunately Chuck is still under the weather and wasn’t there. Get better Chuck. We had a good crowd, around 85 people. Revenue was $ 3,198.25, profit was $2,211.06. So far we are up 47% after 2 weeks. Kevin feels the new ordering system is working well. Way to go Kim Bean. Thanks to Tom Herwig and Seafood Team 2, and of course Kim and Chris Bean. Team 3 is on deck.
** Officer Installation Thursday July 16th : The officers of Council 9053, Assembly2454 and Ladies Auxiliary were all installed. We had a very nice crowd of 55 people. Father Martin was in attendance and opened the ceremony with a lovely prayer. Our worthy District Deputy Howard Pusey installed all of the Assembly and Council officers in attendance.  Thanks to the Brothers who stood in for our excused Brothers during the ceremony. We had a visitors from the other side of the Bridge. Ruth Gussman, head of the Ladies was on hand. She even brought her husband Gus. Thanks to all who attended the Installation. Thanks to Kevin, and John Hughes for the food. Thanks to Richard Fox and me for Bartending. 
** Bingo Friday July 17th: Nice crowd of 92 people, with revenue of $2,484.00. Great night. Thanks to Team 2
** Cornhole Tournament Vs. Salisbury Saturday July 18th: Well our Cornhole Team did it again. The Cup is back in Ocean City. Way to go Captain Eddie and the Team. Salisbury gave them a fight , but could not overcome the strong O.C. Md team. Well Done.
** Tootsie Roll Drive #1: We had a Tootsie Roll Drive at St.Luke/St.Andrew over the weekend. By the size of the crowds I thought we didn’t get as many donations as last year. Well I was wrong. After counting the money from the 8 masses, we collected a total of  $1,615.00. No pressure, but I hope we can get more money than last year. Remember the Money goes to The Worcester County Developmental Center. Thanks to the Brothers who helped out at the Masses. 
 
Special Note from the Web and Seafood Night Crew:
On the Council’s web-site, www.koc9053.com, there is a new link posted which gets you to the menu of the council’s seafood night.  This site can also be used to pre-order crabs… to eat at Columbus Hall or to Take Home.  This link is: 
 
 
This is pretty cool as well… remember you always have to pre-order crabs… and you can still do that over the phone… BUT, if you navigate to the site, you can order and enter your credit card info right on-line.. and no call is required.
 
Welcome to the 21st century… ha ha… By the way, visiting the web-site could be a great source of information you are seeking… calendar, contact information, events, etc.  Give it a try.
 
Regarding “Staffing needs”, the Seafood management team is looking for a couple of guys… or wives… to volunteer to answer the phones on some of the Monday and Tuesday mornings during the next 8-weeks.
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** This coming Week’s Events 

** Tuesday July 21st:  Seafood Night number 3 Hosted by Seafood Team 3 from 430PM TO 630PM. Let’s have another Great turnout. Come out and support the council. See above if wishing to order Crabs

** Rosary: Thursday July 23rd from 10am to 11am. Come and Pray the Rosary and Honor our Blessed Mother and her Son

** Bingo Friday July 24th: Doors open at 4:30pm. Team 3 will be on duty. Come and Play. A great way to spend a Friday night. Tom Anderson can always use help on Friday.

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**Upcoming Events, just beyond next week:

** Seafood Night Number 4  Tuesday July 28th. Team 1  is on duty. Let us have a huge turnout every Tuesday.

** Monthly Business meeting Wednesday August 5th. Officers Meeting at 530pm. Business meeting at 630pm. See you then.

** Brother Tom F will be back in country on August 6… God willing.

 Remember that we should be Kind and Loving to Everyone, Everyday. Peace be with you!

Have a Great Week!

God Bless You All

United in Service 

Vivat Jesus

GK John
 
Lord, What are We going to do Today
Knight’s Motto: Make a Difference in Someone’s Life
 
 

Events for July 2026

Communications

The council meeting minutes are not available for viewing on our website at this time. 

The Knight Times is not available for viewing on our website at this time. 

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◊ Doors open at 4:30 p.m.
● If 3 or more players would like to sit to gather come early
◊ Bingo starts at 6:30 p.m.
●Cost to Play $25.00, one card for every game
●Additional games are $1.00 per card 6 cards for $5.00
●There are 26 games
●The $1000 Jackpot is the last game
◊ There are pull-tab games from 4:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. at $1 per card
◊ There are 50/50 games from 4:30 p.m. through half-time
◊Prizes are based on:
●Numbers of Players
●Some on sales, some on ball count
●Average prizes each night are over $2000
◊ Food offered/available before and at half-time
◊Bingo night ends about 9:30 p.m.

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Next Council Meeting
Wednesday August 5, 2026 - 6:30 p.m.

The next council meeting will take place at the Knights of Columbus, Ocean City Hall:

9901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842

Members are encouraged to attend and participate. The agenda and related documents will be available for review via email and the meeting minutes will be available on our website.

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