Join Us Now But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people…” Luke 2:10 Worthy State Officers, Past State Deputies, Major Directors, Diocesan Deputies, Assistant Diocesan Deputies, District Deputies, Grand Knights and Financial Secretaries, December is here and the Christmas holiday is less than 3 weeks away. As I am sure there are still plenty of presents you still have to buy, there is still work to be done in your diocese, districts and councils. Let’s make sure we move into 2025 as strong and as vibrant as possible. As we reach the midpoint of the fraternal year, take some time for online training! Conducted by experienced Fraternal Trainers, these hour-long sessions provide practical guidance and useful tips to enhance your skills and keep your council running successfully. Register for upcoming online sessions by clicking on the links below. Even more sessions have been recorded and are available to watch on demand! Trainings are archived after each live session, and can be found in the library of on demand training. Note: All Times are Eastern December 10, 2024 8:00 PM….Transitioning from Online to Council Membership December 11, 2024 10:00 PM..Grand Knight Advanced Training December 17, 2024 8:00 PM….Membership Retention Control Key + Click on Link to Register for these Webinars. Mid-Year Conferences Diocesan Deputies: The schedule and presenters for your conferences has been sent out. Now is time to start advertising those conferences. There will be some good information that brother Knights across the state need to hear. Let’s focus on getting our council leaders to them. Reminder: Send me a copy of your sign in sheet with a list of any dignitaries in attendance. Pictures are always great as well.  Ongoing Challenge One Knight-One Man-Every Mass I know this was an October Challenge, but why would we limit ourselves to just one month. Keep going and help Texas be #1 in the Order! By this simple act – your council could easily make your Star Council goal this month. You’d probably double it. There isn’t a better gift that you can give a man of your parish than the gift of membership in the Knights of Columbus. All you have to do is ask. The harvest is there – we just need to bring it in.  The Fraternal Leader Advisory which comes out on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, will have the updated training schedule and we will keep you advised through this email each month. Be sure you are checking this out for some great information. Fraternal Leader Advisory Archive Diocesan Deputies & District Deputies, reach out to your Councils and do an audit on the social media accounts that they have. We would like to keep tabs and follow these councils activities and share them with the rest of the state as they are happening and being reported. Also, follow our social media accounts. They are:Texas State Council Website – www.tkofc.orgTexas State Council Facebook page – www.facebook.com/txkofcTexas State Council X page – https://x.com/txkofcTexas State Council Instagram page – https://instagram.com/txkofcTexas State Council YouTube – www.youtube.com – search “Texas Knights of Columbus” Our Financial Secretary Trainers have done a wonderful job travelling the state for our In-Person Trainings. Should you have any questions or need additional training for your Financial Secretaries, please reach out to your Trainers. They willing and able to meet most requests for online trainings. The list of trainers is found below. Austin and San Antonio – Peter Donahoe, Jr.El Paso, San Angelo – David SolisBeaumont, Tyler – Ed JunoGalveston-Houston, Victoria – Jerry GeigerichBrownsville, Corpus Christi, Laredo – Michael MurphyDallas, Fort Worth– Victor GarzaLubbock, Amarillo – Steven Webb Chad M. Sandwell State Director Education, Training & Communications chadsandwell@gmail.com 409.656.4284      Ron Alonzo State Deputy 6633 E Highway 290, Suite 204Austin, Texas Call +1 512-442-1492 Talk To Us |
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