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Catholic men ages 18 and older are invited to join the Knights of Columbus. This fraternal organization supports the parish and local community.
There are two K of C councils in our parish family and their contact information is below. To learn more about the Knights and to join >>> click here

Benton Council 9890
-- Meets the second Monday of the month in the St. Joseph Parish Center
-- Contact Grand Knight Pat Sanders or District Deputy Harold Campbell for information

Christopher Council 3943
-- Meets the third Wednesday of the month in the Columbian Club, Christopher
-- Contact Grand Knight Mike Salmo or District Deputy Harold Campbell for information

Free Online Membership Available

Promoting the Sanctity of Life
Aid for Women, Carbondale
Aid for Women understands that every woman’s situation is different. We provide a confidential and comfortable place for you to meet with our medical staff and advocates to discuss your situation. You will receive the services and information you need to make a fully-informed decision and move forward with your pregnancy plan. All services are offered FREE OF CHARGE.

St. Ann Cradle of Hope, Carbondale
This nonprofit Catholic organization provides material and spiritual assistance to pregnant women and families with young children.  The organization saves lives and strengthens families by helping a mother know that she and her baby are loved and valued.

Send a “Dear Pharmacist” letter to oppose the abortion pill sales at CVS and Walgreens
Click here for information and the letter

Local Knights News

Council 9890 Supports Seminarian

Benton Knights of Columbus Council 9890 recently provided a $500 donation to seminarian Levi James. Council 9890 extends its appreciation to all who participated in the Vocations Raffle, making this donation possible!

'Tis the Season!

A big thank-you to Knights of Columbus Council 9890 for cooking the Parish Christmas Breakfast and for providing the Keep Christ in Christmas Poster Contest for our YFF students.

St. Joseph Prayer Service
Aug. 16, 2023:  Our parish prayed to St. Joseph for his intercession in passing on the Catholic faith to future generations. Many thanks to the Knights, Sr. Laura, Fr. Urban and Fr. George for assisting with this beautiful prayer service.
See photos here.

Council 9890 Featured in National Columbia Magazine

Bishop Albert R. Zuroweste Council 9890, Benton, IL, partners with the American Red Cross to host Blood Drives throughout the year. More than 100 units of blood are collected each year. Grand Knight, Willie Wolf (left), takes the lead with other council members assisting and donating blood.

Faith-Based Investments
Whether retirement is several years away or you're already a retiree, Knights of Columbus Asset Advisors offer investment solutions that can help you reach your financial goals without sacrificing your Catholic morals. And, these K of C investment funds are available to all Catholics, not just KC members! To learn more, contact Bryce Levanti or click HERE.

Respect Life -- All Ages, All Stages
Chemical Abortion is a dangerous new frontier for the abortion industry. To learn the true facts, watch these informative videos. Click HERE and scroll to the bottom of the page. THEN TELL THE FDA TO HELP STOP THE DANGEROUS DISTRIBUTION OF CHEMICAL ABORTION PILLS ONLINE! TAKE ACTION NOW GO TO: https://thisischemicalabortion.com/

Knights Lead the Way in Pro-Life Action
In a world that needs men who serve, protect and defend LIFE, Benton Knights of Columbus members are leading the way in our parish. KC Council 9890 recently held two "Bridges for Life" events to promote the sanctity of life. During the two days, Oct. 1 and 28, an estimated 32,700 motorists viewed the pro-life message, and the response was overwhelmingly positive. 
Thanks to all who stood up for life:  Willie Wolf, Ken Hungate, David and Donna Spencer, Louie Ferando, Jim Yancik, Bryce Levanti, Don Owens, David Stock, Bill Tasky, Jerry and Marcia Whitehead, Kathy Wolsing, Pat Borgra, Mary Beth Simpkins, Tim and Melody Scroggins, Sr. Janice Alfoldy, Sr. Laura Reynolds, Betty Batts, and Harold Campbell.

Council 9890 Hosts Silver Rose Prayer Service
The Silver Rose Prayer Service, sponsored by the Knights of Columbus, was held on September 21, 2022. This special prayer service focuses on the sanctity of human life, from conception to natural death. The silver rose is on a nine-month pilgrimage that began in March and ends on December 12, the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. During that time, Silver Roses travel from town to town along eight routes throughout North America. Several of those routes begin in Canada and end in Mexico. Parishioners present were invited to write their special intentions in the "Prayer Intentions Book" that travels with the rose.

Appreciation is extended to all who participated, and special thanks to those who helped conduct the service:  Willie Wolf, David Spencer, Harry Orlandini, Bryce Levanti, Jim Yancik, Sr. Janice and Flora Alfoldy, Sr. Laura Reynolds, Fr. Urban Osuji, and Harold Campbell.

Benton Knights Win State Award
Benton Knights of Columbus Council 9890 received the General Assistance Fund Award during the Illinois K of C Convention held May 28-30 in Chicago. This award recognizes councils for raising money to help alleviate human suffering and to provide financial assistance in times of sudden and catastrophic need or extraordinary loss. Ken Martinek, membership director for the Belleville Diocese, presented the award at the Council's June meeting. Congratulations, Knights, and thank you for your charitable works!