Knights of Columbus, St. Mary's Council # 305 Come Join Us.   Instituted in 1898, Detroit Council No. 305 is one of the oldest, and at the time of its founding, was the largest Council in the State of Michigan. The appeal of ths society would make a significant contribution to the charity, chivalry and patriotism of the Catholic   Recently revitalized, we reinstated our Charter, and making our presence known in the Downtown area. The purpose of Council #305 is to support and strengthen our: Council, Church, Community, and Family.   We would love to have you visit our council, and perhaps thnk about experiencing a lifetime of opportunities. You don't have to belong to Old St Mary's Church to be a member; your only requirement it to have a desire to help Holy Mother the Church. Contact Kevin.murphy@koc.org   To learn more about the Knights of Columbus, visit: http://www.kofc.org/un/en/membership/join/index.html     Vivat Jesus! Jason Thorton Grand Knight, #305

+A few events we host and participate in. Corpus Christi Procession. Our council leads the faithful and is protector of the Blessed Sacrament in this annual procession through the streets of Downtown Detroit. Fall Clean-up In October, brother knights clean up around the premises of our church. Polish Breakfast. This is a fundraiser for our Seminary Fund, held twice a year after the weekend Liturgies. Night at the Movies Showing of Catholic content and family oriented movies to inspire, and deepen our commitment to our Faith. Food Drive. Collecting food and paper for Angel's Place, a private, not-for profit, faith-based organization providing homes and services to adults with developmental disabilities

+ Council Officers. Grand Knight.........................................Jason Thornton Deputy Grand Knight..................................Adam Jones Chancellor...........................................Tom Cieszkowski Recorder.......................................................Dan Sabal Financial Secretary..............................William Gianino Treasurer................................................Gerry Gruska Advocate.................................................Kevin Erskine Warden......................................................... (vacant) Inside Guard........................................... Steven Haag Outside Guard............................................ Mack Betts 3 YR Trustee.............................................. Joe Solomon 2 YR Trustee...............................................Mitch Sabal 1 YR Trustee.......................................Garret O'Donahue Past Grand Knight................................. Del Harkenrider