The Vermont State Knights of Columbus celebrated their 125th anniversary at Stoweflake Mountain Resort & Spa in Stowe April 28–30 with representation from 29 councils; there were 51 delegates and 130 in attendance from throughout Vermont.  Four Vermont councils were also celebrating their 125th anniversary: Council #232 in Rutland, #279 in Burlington, #297 in St. Albans, and #307 in Bennington.

During the convention, many celebrations and meetings were on the agenda to help foster brotherhood and remind members of the mission to continue doing acts of charity and service in the Church and communities.

The Knights of Columbus, a Catholic men’s organization founded by Father Michael J. McGivney on Feb. 6, 1882, in New Haven, Connecticut, centers its principles on charity, unity, fraternity, and patriotism.

Knights throughout the world generously give of their time and resources to help with food, clothing, toy, blood drives, helping children and families, and Special Olympics to name a few examples.

To learn more about the Knights of Columbus, or to find out about joining, visit kofc.org/en//index.html.