Knights of Columbus 1450 (St. Mary's Cathedral, Amarillo, Texas)

09/09/2026

Brother Knight Adrian Gonzalez is featured on Team Ronald McDonald House Amarillo! Check it out and let's cheer for him!!!

We have so many amazing runners who will be representing our House, families, and community via Team Ronald McDonald House Amarillo at this year's Bank of America Chicago Marathon coming up next month! And it's our pleasure to introduce them to you so you can help cheer them on!

Tonight we want you to meet Adrian Gonzales! Adrian is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) right here in Amarillo. As one of the World Majors, running the Chicago Marathon has been on Adrian's bucket list since he got into running after COVID. And he's excited to get to do it while raising money and support for families of sick and injured children in our area!

Adrian currently serves as the VP of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness), is a member of the Knights of Columbus 1450, and previously volunteered as a loaned executive with United Way in his past life working for the USPS.

Outside of work and running, Adrian enjoys working out, spending time with his family, and rooting on his daughter on the Varsity cheer squad.

While this will be Adrian's first time running the Chicago Marathon he is no stranger to races - he has already run the Houston Marathon 2x, the OKC Memorial Half Marathon earlier this year and completed a number of 5Ks and 10Ks.

"I love having an upcoming race to keep me motivated with my training."

Help us cheer on Adrian has he pounds 26.2 miles of pavement for RMH families and show him some love by donating to his fundraiser to support our mission here: https://give.ronaldmcdonaldhouse.org/fundraiser/7447985

09/08/2026

📣 WE’RE HIRING!

The Diocese of Amarillo is seeking talented, mission-minded leaders to join our team:

💼 Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
✝️ Director of Faith Formation

These are opportunities to put your professional gifts to work in service of the Church and the people of the Texas Panhandle.

Know someone who would be a great fit? SHARE this post and help us spread the word! 🙌

👉 View the full job descriptions and application information: amarillodiocese.org/hr-jobs

09/03/2026

Sign up if you haven't already!

Jesus Is the Guest of Honor!

TWO WEEKS TO GO!
The 29th Annual Family Life Banquet is almost here — and you're invited!

📅 Saturday, September 19
⏰ 6:30 p.m.
📍 St. Thomas the Apostle, Amarillo

Join us for an evening of faith, fellowship, food and fun as we celebrate the work of the Family Life Office and the families it serves throughout the Diocese of Amarillo.

🎤 Featured Speaker: Tim Carney
Catholic author, columnist, speaker and senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute

Your ticket helps support the Family Life Office's work strengthening marriages, supporting families and defending life from conception to natural death.

🎟️ Get Your Tickets Today!
Reserve Your Seat, Sponsor a Table or Donate
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​Tickets are available through September 13, but don't wait! Buying early helps us prepare for a great evening.
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Come celebrate. Come support. Come build a Civilization of Love — one family at a time!

09/02/2026

🚨 VOLUNTEER ALL-CALL FOR THE AMARILLO TRI-STATE FAIR! 🚨

Brother Knights, family, and friends, we need your help!

From September 17 through September 27, we will be unloading ice from pallets each evening so fair vendors can purchase ice during the Amarillo Tri-State Fair. We are looking for 3-4 volunteers each night from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

If you are available, please contact:

📞 Brother Knight James McKay: 806-674-8862
📞 Grand Knight Wayne Elliston: 806-220-6847

This is a great opportunity to support a worthy cause while serving our community. The funds raised will go directly to the Knights of Columbus Council #1450 General Fund, helping us continue providing scholarships and supporting our charitable efforts throughout the fiscal year.

✅ Volunteers needed nightly
✅ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
✅ September 17 - September 27
✅ Please invite your friends and family to help!

Your time and support make a difference. Thank you for helping us continue the important work of Council #1450 and St. Mary's Parish.

Thank you, St. Mary's Team! 🙏

08/17/2026

💵🍖 FILL YOUR FREEZER AND WIN BIG! 💰🔥

Imagine winning a $1,000 stockpile from Rancher's Storefront!
Koc #1450 is giving you the chance to win:

🥩 $250 🥩 $500 or 🥩$1,000 prizes up for grabs

🎟️ Tickets are only $10 each or 6 for $50!

Not only will you take home premium meat, but you will be supporting the charitable work of the Knights in your community.

Get your tickets today before they're gone!
📩 Send us a message or contact any Council #1450 member.

08/16/2026

Congratulations to six years of sobriety, Msgr. Michael! Thank you for sharing your story!

The West Texas Catholic: The Podcast - Matt's Way: A Priest's Journey to Sobriety

The road to holiness isn't always a straight line...sometimes it starts with taking one sober step. 🙏 Monsignor Michael Colwell opens his heart about addiction, childhood trauma, recovery, and the Catholic path to lasting healing through Matt's Way. He shares his deeply personal story of chemical dependency, healing, and six years of sobriety, plus why he believes recovery isn't the finish line — it's the beginning of something even greater. Everyone has a story. Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is tell it. ❤️

If someone you love is struggling, this episode is worth sharing.

Share, like, follow, and all that jazz... https://stcapn.com

To learn more about Matt's Way, contact Monsignor Michael Colwell at 806-910-6067 or [email protected].



Have feedback? Email us at [email protected].
https://youtu.be/-uX4V1WkoL4

CONTENT WARNING:
This episode includes frank discussions about childhood sexual abuse, trauma, and alcohol/substance abuse. Some topics may be difficult or triggering for listeners. Please take care of yourself while watching or listening. Resources for support and healing are listed in the audio/video descriptions.

08/12/2026

🌸🌹 Mary's Day Celebration at St. Mary's Cathedral 🙏🌸

📅 August 16
⏰ 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Join us after the 10:00 AM mass or before the 2:00 PM mass as we celebrate and honor our Blessed Mother Mary.

For volunteer opportunity, please DM or contact our Grand Knight, Wayne Elliston 806-220-6847

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08/06/2026

🎉 The Knights of Columbus Council #1450 of St. Mary's Cathedral in Amarillo, Texas is proud to announce we received the State Council Charities Quick Start Honor Roll award. 🎉

A special thanks to Jason Yarbrough for his efforts in helping facilitate a smooth transition to our new Grand Knight, Wayne Elliston. Your support and dedication have been invaluable.

We also extend our appreciation to District Deputy David Wilson for his leadership, guidance, and encouragement. Your commitment to the success of our councils and the mission of the Knights of Columbus is greatly appreciated.

07/22/2026

THANK YOU TO OUR INCREDIBLE SPONSORS! ⛳🏌️‍♀️

We are overwhelmed by the incredible support from our community and are excited to announce that golf registration is now CLOSED because we've reached capacity! 🎉

Although registration is full, there's still time to make a difference! Please help us reach our fundraising goals by making a donation or sharing our fundraiser with family and friends.

👉 Donate here: https://stmarysamarillo.com/koc-golf

We can't wait to see everyone on the course! Comanche Trail, 4200 S Grand St, 7:30 Registration and 8:30 sh***un start :)

05/20/2026

🏌️ SAVE THE DATE ⛳ Saturday, July 25 at Comanche Trail

We hope to see you again as we celebrate our 33rd Annual Golf Tournament!

Register now at: https://stmarysamarillo.com/koc-golf.

If there are further Sponsor or registration questions, reach out:
Theo Belizario | 832-606-3813 | [email protected]