The Knights of Columbus' principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism serve as the basis of the Order's core values which are Integrity, Professionalism, Excellence, and Respect.
Family of the Month
The Knights of Columbus Council 12269 would like to congratulate the Joe and Erin Salm family as our January family of the month. Joe and Erin joined St. Bernadette's in 2021. They have two children, Daniel and Hannah, and are expecting a third child in May. Daniel participates in the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program. Both kids are “enthusiastic fans or Father Chris!” Joe is a designer with WE Energies, and Erin is a dietician with ThedaCare. Joe and Erin are members of the Young Family group, and Joe is a member of the Knights of Columbus. Joe is also a past confirmation catechist. Please join the Knights of Columbus in thanking the Salm family for everything that they do and being a model of Catholic family values.
Our Awards
Knights of Columbus Council 12269 has recieved the distinction of Star Council, the international organizations' top award for local councils. The Star Council Award recognizes overall excellence in the areas of membership, promotion of fraternal insurance benefits, as well as sponorship of faith formation programs and service oriented activities.
Knights of Columbus Council 12269 has been awarded the State Deputy award for Divison II. This is given to the top Council in the State of Wisconsin in each of the 3 divisions based on programs, activities and achievements. Council 12269 was also awarded the State Program Activity award in Division II which is given to the top council in each Diocese. This is the first time Council 12269 was given these awards.