History:

The Our Lady of Peace Council was founded on April 25, 1988, through the efforts of the parishioners of Curé of Ars. It was named after Pope Paul VI declared the Blessed Virgin Mary under the Our Lady of Peace title patron of El Salvador in an Apostolic Letter of October 10, 1966. In the parish church of St. Michael, in the City of San Salvador, there is an ancient statue of the Virgin Mary holding an olive branch which, according to some accounts, was brought there from a shipwreck. In September 1787, the inhabitants of the city attributed to the statue their safety when threatened by a volcanic eruption, and the Virgin has also been looked upon as a model of peace among warring factions in that country's times of troubles. The Curé of Ars Our Lady of Peace Council carries on with the devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ in working closely with the Curé of Ars Parish in Leawood, Kansas providing funds for various projects and with members being active participants in their parish community development.
 

Mission Statement: 

The Mission of Our Lady of Peace Council 9856, through the intercession of our Lady, is to faithfully serve our families and community following our guiding principles while respecting the life and dignity of all.
 

Guiding Principles:

Charity-  Matthew 22:39 “Jesus said you shall love the Lord your God with your whole heart, with your whole soul, and with all your mind. This is the greatest and the first commandment. The second is like the first: You shall love thy neighbor as thyself”.  Putting our love into action for the good of others through our service and actions.

​Unity- Together we can accomplish far more together than any one of us individually. By working together, supporting each other, and encouraging each other, brother knights make life better for one another, for our parish and our community.  

​​​​​​Fraternity- Fr. Michael McGivney founded the Knights of Columbus in large part to aid widows and orphans. In the Knights we watch out for and take care of one another.

Patriotism- We are proud of our devotion to God and to our country. As Knights we stand up for both, reminding the world that we, through our faith, prayers and actions, support our country. 

Contact information 

Ed Lewis, Grand Knight              913.980.4393
Patrick Feltman, Deputy            913.642.9673
Marvin Sobba, Treasurer            816.500.1476

Follow the Curé Knights on Facebook at www.facebook.com/kofc9856/
 

Weekly Update

Thank You Father Storey - The Knights and their families want to thank Father Storey for saying mass and hosting his annual Knights Appreciation Dinner.  It's always a fun evening when Father is there.

Lenten Fish Frys - Mark your calendars - this Lent the Knights will be hosting fish frys on all the Fridays in Lent except for the PTO's Shrimp Fest and Good Friday.

Coming This Year - The Knights of Columbus has four levels, or degrees, of membership. They are: First, or Admission Degree (Charity), Second (Unity), Third (Fraternity) and Fourth (Patriotism).  Traditionally members were advanced to the next degree with separate ceremonials which required committing three hours of time, sometimes split over two different sessions for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd degrees. Those three degrees will soon be conferred in one short (30-45 minute) ceremonial.  More importantly, the ceremonial will be public (preferably in church), open to family and friends.  The 4th Degree Ceremonial, a very formal affair, remains the same.  More details on this significant change will be forthcoming.

The Knights of Columbus is an international Order of Catholic men who are called to lead with faith, protect our families, serve others and defend values in a busy changing world.  Our local council is “ Our Lady of Peace” # 9856.  Whether you become an individual member or a member of our council you will find that Knights of Columbus membership brings Catholic men together in a powerful way.  If you would like to join simply go to KofC.org/Joinus and enter our council number, 9856, for local information.  The only requirement for membership is that you be a practicing Catholic man, age 18 or older.

The five winners from Cure of Ars of the district level of the Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship competed at the regional contest at Savior of the World Pastoral Center on February 16th.  First, second, and third place were recognized.  Charlie Homsey and Leo Claxton each finished second in their divisions, and Avery Duff and Maura Maher each finished third. Congratulations to all!
 
The winners of the Cure’ of Ars Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship competed against winners from Nativity, St. Michael, and Queen of the Holy Rosary-Wea at the district level at Nativity on February 9. Five of the twelve district winners are from Cure of Ars! They are Avery Duff, Maura Maher, Charlie Homsey, Leo Claxton, and Peter Claxton. Congratulations to them, and best wishes for the regional
championship on February 16!

Thank you to all participants from Curé of Ars in the free throw contest sponsored by Knights of
Columbus Council 9856. Council level winners were Avery Duff, Maura Maher, Sam Fisher, Charlie
Homsey, Leo Claxton, Kyle Maher, Henry Brown, and Brady Maher. All are eligible to participate at the
district level competition February 9 at Nativity. Congratulations and best wishes to all! Look forward to
the 2021 competition next January!