You're invited to Light Up For Christ December 1st!

You and your family and friends are invited to the third annual LIGHT UP FOR CHRIST event. Hosted each year by Holy Family Council, "Light Up" celebrates the true meaning of the Christmas season before the rush begins. The event will be held at the Council Hall, 7615 Lee Highway, beginning at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 1.

Enjoy caroling, a chili and fixins’ bar, hot chocolate and holiday treats to get into the spirit of the season along with a candlelight blessing service and Christmas tree lighting ceremony. You'll also hear Christmas music selections from singer Mary Catherine McConnell. The event is free! Donations of canned food items will be accepted for the Chattanooga Food Bank. Invite your family and friends and get into the spirit of the season!

Click here to relive some memories of last year's Light Up event!

Thanksgiving: a Catholic Holiday!

Neat take on Thanksgiving from the blog of a converted former Anglican priest:

"The history books will tell you that the first Thanksgiving was celebrated by the pilgrims in 1621. Not true. An interesting bit of trivia is that the first American Thanksgiving was actually celebrated on September 8, 1565 in St. Augustine, Florida..." read more

Dressing up the Grotto

Several intrepid brothers of 6099 were up early last Saturday doing some serious beautification work on the Holy Family Grotto in front the hall. Guys improved the walkway, planted new bushes down either side, and topped it all off with the addition of two live 6-foot fir trees on either side (perfect for Lighting Up!). It was an all day project, but when you look at the pictures, you'll see that the effort was well worth it. Thanks to all of the guys who were able to pitch in and get 'er done!

Must-read stuff from the Bishop of Providence

Bishop Thomas Tobin of Providence, RI, writes a TERRIFIC response to public statements by Congressman Patrick Kennedy regarding the Magisterium and abortion. This is an excellent treatise by the bishop on exactly what it means to be Catholic. Click here and take notes!

The Bishops, a congresswoman and the IRS

Here's a little note from a congresswoman regarding the bishops fight against abortion funding in healthcare. This'll boil your coffee. Click here.

Fight not over on healthcare abortion amendment

There's a lot of metaphorical high-fiving among pro-life advocates regarding the so-called Stupak amendement in the recently-passed house version of a national healthcare bill. But, as this article makes clear, the battle on that front is far from over.

6099 on call for Newschannel 9's Coats for Kids

6099 is among five councils in Districts 12 and 13 participating in the Coats for Kids Drive, sponsored by NewsChannel 9, Wal Mart and First Tennessee. Organizers of the promotion expect more than 8,000 coats will be donated for children and adults in need who may not be able to afford coats for the winter. The Knights of Columbus are full partners in this event, acting as "Knights on call" to pick up coats from participating sponsors and cleaners.

We're already having an impact in peoples lives, according to the following story from a Salvation Army social worker:

"(After) picking up 25 coats earlier in the day, we were able to give 12 away within an hour after pick up. We assisted a family of 17 for utility assistance. They have 15 children and were in need of coats, so this could not have come at a better time!! I can't thank you enough for bringing so much joy to the family we assisted today. What perfect timing!!! "

That's what it's all about! This promotion continues through the end of the year. Look for posters, newspaper ads and TV announcements with the Knights of Columbus logo!

Thanks to the following Brother Knights of 6099 who are "ON CALL" for Coats: Ray Bertani, Chuck LaPlante, Richard Smith, Willie Mahn, Jon Parkey, Moe Rivers, Allen Greenwell, Jim Costello, Warren White, Ray Fox, Jr., Corky Evers and Mike Lucas.