Last year, we received an invitation from our District Deputy, Tom O’Hagan, to form a round table in Guthrie at St. Francis of Assisi Church.
On Sunday, March 15, 2026, we were able to conduct an exemplification with seven new members, bringing us closer to our ultimate goal of reaching the 30 members needed to establish a new council.
I had the honor of assisting and witnessing the ceremony alongside my brother, the Grand Knight of Hopkinsville, Bruce Wilcox, and our insurance agent, Joe Shachle. The new members from Guthrie conducted the ceremony: Joe Park served as the presiding officer; Gino Rinaldi presented the pillar of Charity; Josh Richards presented the pillar of Unity; and his son, Colton Richards, presented the pillar of Fraternity.
Also present were the pastor of St. Francis of Assisi, Father Ken Mikulcik, and Deacon Tony Carmona. We sincerely thank them for all the support and work they have done to help this new council.
Family members of St. Francis of Assisi parish and Knights of Columbus from other councils were also in attendance. This achievement was made possible thanks to the efforts of the Grand Knight of Hopkinsville, Kentucky, and all the brother Knights who dedicated their time and energy to carry out the mission that God has entrusted to us.
Our brother Frank Amaro also played a key role in bringing in the members needed to begin this new council.
With God’s help, we will continue to support our brothers so they may grow and become one of the best councils in Kentucky.
Submitted by: Juan Palomino
