St. Benedict Knights of Columbus Council 9056

10/18/2026

The Eucharistic Procession reaches the halfway point at the 24th Street park and completes the Glorious Mysteries as we return to Star of the Sea

10/18/2026

Today is the annual Eucharistic Procession on the Boardwalk. A blustery but beautiful day to honor the King

10/16/2026

Today our GK SK Steve Zielinski and DGK Chris Giribaldi visited Fire Department Station 7 to recognize and thank them for being part of our parish picnic.

We appreciate all the First Responders who live and work to make our community safer

10/15/2026

This week our Grand Knight SK Steve Zielinski and DGK SK Chris Giribaldi we presented a Certificate of Appreciation to the St Gregory the Great Court #1881 Catholic Daughters of Americas, headed up by Mrs. Sue Boucher.

If you attend any of our Fish Fry or summers series of meals and drive-throughs then, you know that a meal is not complete without a treat from their bounty. A mere dollar buys a great dessert as they support, complementing and completing these events.

Formed in 1903 the Catholic Daughters of the Americas (CDA) is one of the oldest and largest organizations of Catholic women in the Americas. We are a national organization, with 52,912 dues-paying members in 1,041 courts (local chapters) in 45 states across the country and in Puerto Rico, Mexico and Guam.

They provide local spirituality, sharing and activity under the support of a vibrant national organization. Members donate to charities, administer scholarship programs and strive “to be helping hands where there is pain, poverty, sorrow or sickness.” They embrace the principle of faith working through love in the promotion of justice, equality and the advancement of human rights and human dignity for all.

Their motto is “Unit and Charity”

10/12/2026

Today we gathered with others throughout our area to prayer and offer hope for those experiencing the uncertainty of pregnancy.

The killing of innocents has become wrapped in euphemisms to soften the horror of the taking of a life. This year, as Virginia tries to further mask the reality and confuse people to vote in favor of amending our constitution despite increasing danger to women and girls, while suppressing s*x traffickers.

Please vote no.

10/12/2026

Today we provided a new Roman Missal to Fr. Daniel Malingumu, Pastor at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church for use at all celebrations of the Mass..

The Roman Missal is a liturgical book used in the celebration of the Roman Rite of the Catholic Church, containing the texts and rubrics for the Mass and other sacraments. It includes the prayers, readings, and instructions necessary for the proper celebration of the Eucharist.

10/10/2026

Every child deserves warmth, hope, and dignity. As a brotherhood built on the pillars of charity and unity, St. Benedict Council 9056 has officially launched our 2026 Coats for Kids Drive. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to ensure that no child in our community has to brave the harsh winter weather without the protection of a warm coat.

Drive Details:
- Duration: The entire month of October (Starting Thursday, October 1st)
- Deadline: All donations must be brought to the parish by Sunday, November 1st, 2026
- What we are collecting: Brand-new or clean, gently used winter coats and jackets sized for youth and teens.
- How can I donate?: Any new or gently used coats can be handed directly to any member of our Council throughout October. Also, our friends at Amati Pizza ( Pizza) in Chesapeake have a donation box for unused coats throughout October.

We completely understand that times are tough and money is tight for many families right now. We know the financial sacrifices required in everyday life. We are simply asking: if it is within your means, could you answer the call to donate just one new or gently used coat? One single jacket can change a child's entire winter—giving them the confidence to walk to school proudly, safely, and warmly.

Together, we can make this a winter these children will never forget.
Thank you for your unmatched dedication, your generosity, and your continuous willingness to serve.

10/08/2026

At tonight’s meeting we honored our Knight of the Month Joe Thompson. Joe is a mainstay at our Council events, especially as cook at picnics and fund raisers. He also help lead at the Christ Renews His Parish weekends

Our District Deputy also presented the State coin to SK Joe Quartararo for his work coordinating the soccer tournament.

10/07/2026

As we take time to reflect on the horrors of October 7 just three years ago, we should also reflect on the events 455 years ago...

From EWTN (https://ewtnmission.com/seasonsandfeastdays/ourladyoftherosary/)
The Church celebrates the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary on October 7. On this day, we celebrate the Holy League’s defeat of the Ottoman Empire in the Battle of Lepanto on October 7, 1571. Even though the Turkish forces were very powerful, the Christians won due to the intercession of Mary and the prayer of the Most Holy Rosary.
What happened at the Battle of Lepanto?
At the time when the battle of Lepanto was fought, the Ottoman Empire had not lost a major battle since the previous century. Pope St. Pius V realized that the Holy League needed great spiritual assistance, so he asked the Holy League, as well as all of the faithful, to pray the Rosary, asking Our Lady’s intercession for a victory in the upcoming battle. The evening before the famous battle, the sailors prayed the Rosary on their knees.
On October 7, 1571, the Christian fleet went into battle carrying a banner blessed by the Pope. Some evidence also suggests they carried a painting sent to the King of Spain from Mexico depicting the miraculous image known as Our Lady of Guadalupe.
The Holy League encountered the Ottoman warships deployed in the shape of a crescent, the symbol of Islam. The Holy League’s ships took the shape of a cross. Between the two forces, there were more than 400 warships, making this one of the largest naval battles in history. After five hours of battle, the Holy League won.
Who fought in the Battle of Lepanto?
The Holy League, a coalition of Catholic maritime states promoted by Pope St. Pius V, fought against the Ottomans, an Islamic empire centered in Istanbul. The “Turks” were trying to extend their influence beyond Southeast Europe. A Turkish victory might have permitted the expansion of Islam deep into Europe.
Where did the Battle of Lepanto take place?
The battle took place in the Gulf of Patras, on the western coast of the Greek peninsula.
What was the significance of the Battle of Lepanto?
Due to the Holy League’s defeat of the Ottoman Empire in the Battle of Lepanto, the Turks did not advance into Europe. Many historians have said that this was one of the most significant battles in history.

Our Lady of the Rosary | EWTN

On October 7, the Church celebrates Our Lady of the Rosary, commemorating the 1571 Battle of Lepanto victory through Mary’s intercession.