News About the Council
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Join Our Tootsie Roll Drive for KOVAR Support
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The Family of Man Council of the Knights of Columbus invites you to support our annual Tootsie Roll Drive after all Masses at St John Neumann Parish, Reston, VA, during the weekend of October 18–19, 2025. Your donations will go directly to KOVAR, a Virginia Knights of Columbus 501(c)(3) charity established in 1971. KOVAR provides vital assistance to organizations
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Officer Installation and Past Grand Knight Appreciation Dinner – July 24, 2025
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The Family of Man Council celebrated its annual Officer Installation and Past Grand Knight Appreciation Dinner on Thursday, July 24, 2025. The event marked the beginning of the 2025–2026 Fraternal Year, with District Deputy Bill Cormier officiating the installation ceremony for the newly elected officers. This year’s celebration was particularly special as it commemorated the 45th anniversary of the Council. In honor of
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Michael Swiger – Knight of the Month
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The Family of Man Council of the Knights of Columbus is proud to honor Michael Swiger as our Knight of the Month for May. For many years, Mike has served as the Council’s Financial Secretary, encompassing far more than simply keeping our books in order. Mike has consistently gone above and beyond, working alongside the