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Our First Principle; Charity
I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.
A mark of our Faith is the compulsion to help those in need. Our members enjoy working together to assist needy people in our community. EDW's largest annual charitable events are Knights of Virginia, Assistance for the Retarded (KOVAR) and Thanksgiving meals for the sick or in need . Perhaps our largest (and least heralded) charitable efforts are the hundreds of volunteer hours provided by our Red Coats. The Red Coat teams provide table-waiting and bar tending duties. These volunteers enjoy a special comaraderie and make much of what we do as a Council possible. For these and more EDW needs the time, money and prayers of its members and community. Our charitable efforts are the most meaningful way in which we interact with the community. Members are encouraged to attend a regular meeting (first and third Thursday of each month) to find out how you can help.
A primary goal of the Knights of Columbus World-wide organization is helping the Catholic Church remain vigorous and undiminished. There are many examples, through hard work, fundraising and donations that the Knights of Columbus have provided major support to our Mother Church. One example is the creation of the multi-million "Knights of Columbus Vicarius Christi" fund - the earnings on which are conveyed annually to the Holy Father for his charities. Since its inception this fund has generated more than $27.8 million for the Pope's good works, and the corpus remains intact. To learn more, visit the Website o thef Knights of Columbus Supreme Council.
Here's just a few past articles on EDW Charity:
Muscular Dystrophy Ride for Life
posted June 5, 2007
Much of the charity done by our Council and her Knights is performed quietly, without recognition. While this may often be appropriate, it is important for our membership to hear about some of the good works -- and to know that our Council strives to fulfill our first principle. In May, EDW made a donation to the MDA Ride for Life, and our Chancellor files a moving report. READ MORE |
It's KOVAR Time
posted April 5, 2007
Easter is a time of renewal. Accordingly, every year at this time Knights across Virginia renew their commitment to their foremost charity, KOVAR. Volunteers are needed! If you can spare a couple hours it's fun and easy.
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 Thanksgiving Day Dinners for the Needy
posted December 07, 2006
A belated thanks and congratulations to all those who donated their time, money, and/or turkeys to this years Thanksgiving Meals effort. This is truly one of EDW's biggest events and all involved deserve praise for exhibiting our Order's primary tenet -- Charity. Nice work Sam. For more info, see
EDW's Thanksgiving Meals page.
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