Knights of Columbus: St. Joseph-Bishop Baldwin Council #15809

09/02/2026

🇺🇸 Principled Patriotism: The Altar and the Flag

We are proud to recognize our Brother and Lector, Sir Knight Dr. M.S. Malaszczyk, for his recent article, “The Altar and the Flag: Principled Patriotism in 2026.”

In his reflection, Dr. Malaszczyk explores the meaning of patriotism through the lens of our Catholic faith and the principles of the Knights of Columbus—reminding us that patriotism is expressed through service to our neighbors, defense of our freedoms, and a commitment to our communities and country.

Patriotism stands alongside Charity, Unity, and Fraternity as one of the four principles of the Knights of Columbus. We are proud of our Brother for advocating for this important value and sharing his perspective on what principled patriotism means today.

We encourage our Brothers, parishioners, friends, and neighbors to give his article a read! 🇺🇸

Dr. M.S. Malaszczyk As America approaches the 2026 midterm elections, the air in America feels thick with the weight of history and the electricity of an uncertain future. As a Knight of Columbus, this is not merely another year; it is a threshold.

08/28/2026

🍷 From Crush to Bottle

A full season in the making!

The KoC Brothers of Bishop Baldwin Council came together once again at wineUdesign to bottle our own Super Tuscan Blend. Months after crushing and pressing the grapes together, our efforts have finally come to harvest as we bottled the finished wine that will be enjoyed at Council events throughout the year.

From the first crush to the final bottle, it’s been a great opportunity for fellowship, teamwork, and a little winemaking along the way.

A special thank you to wineUdesign for guiding us through the process—and to all of the Brothers who lent a hand from grape to glass.

Vivat Jesus! 🍇🍷

08/11/2026

No regular meeting this month—but our mission of service never takes time off! 🎒

A big thank you to everyone who generously donated to our recent “Fill a Backpack” campaign. Thanks to your support, our Knights and parish volunteers were able to fill backpacks with school supplies and deliver them to help local families prepare for the new school year.

We’re grateful to everyone who donated, volunteered, and helped make this effort possible. Together, we continue to put our faith into action and serve our community.

Vivat Jesus!

07/14/2026

Congratulations to the 2026–2027 Officers of Bishop Baldwin Council #15809!

Last night, our council proudly installed the officers who will lead Bishop Baldwin Council through the coming fraternal year.

We extend our sincere congratulations to our new Grand Knight, Stephen Hassett, and to all of the brothers who have accepted the responsibility of serving our council during the 2026–2027 fraternal year.

2026–2027 Council Officers

• Grand Knight – Stephen Hassett
• Deputy Grand Knight – Jim Madelmayer
• Chancellor – Tony Bennett
• Financial Secretary – Robert Walters
• Recorder – Paul McDougal
• Treasurer – Henry Wysocki
• Advocate – John Delany, PGK, PFN
• Warden – John Byrne
• Inside Guard I – David Donnelly
• Inside Guard II – Joshua Molgano
• Outside Guard I – Patrick Gallager
• Outside Guard II – Louie Malavé

Trustees

• 3-Year Trustee – Joseph Levano, PGK
• 2-Year Trustee – John Mastanduono, PGK
• 1-Year Trustee – Héctor de Marchena, PGK, PFN

We also extend our heartfelt thanks to Immediate Past Grand Knight Joseph Levano for his dedicated leadership and service over the past year. Because of his commitment, our council is well-positioned for another successful year of faith, charity, and fraternity.

Please join us in congratulating our new officers and wishing them God’s blessings in the year ahead.

Vivat Jesus!

07/09/2026

Congratulations to Our New Third Degree Knights!

Last night, Bishop Baldwin Council #15809 was honored to celebrate the exemplification of Anthony Agnello, Charles Ferzola, and Robert Matzelle as they advanced to the Third Degree of the Knights of Columbus.

The Third Degree emphasizes our Order’s commitment to charity, unity, and fraternity—the principles that guide our service to our parish, our families, and our community. We are grateful to welcome Anthony, Charles, and Robert into this next stage of their Knights of Columbus journey and look forward to serving alongside them.

Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make the evening a memorable celebration.

Please join us in congratulating our newest Third Degree Knights!

Interested in learning more about the Knights of Columbus? We’d love to have you join us. Visit kofc.org/joinus, use promo code BLESSEDMCGIVNEY, and select Bishop Baldwin Council #15809 at St. Joseph Parish in Garden City.

07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day from Bishop Baldwin Council #15809.

Today we give thanks for the blessings of liberty, pray for our nation, and honor all who have served to defend our freedoms.

God bless America.

06/24/2026

What legacy do you want to leave behind?

At a recent meeting, Brother Jim Madelmayer challenged us to reflect on a simple but profound question: What will be the lasting impact of our lives?

For more than 140 years, the Knights of Columbus has helped Catholic men answer that question through faith, family, community, and brotherhood. Together, we support our parishes, serve our neighbors, strengthen our families, and grow as men of faith.

If you’re a practicing Catholic man age 18 or older and are looking for a meaningful way to serve others while building lifelong friendships, we invite you to join us.

Join online today:
kofc.org/joinus

Promo Code: BLESSEDMCGIVNEY

Preferred Local Council: Bishop Baldwin Council #15809
Parish: Church of St. Joseph, Garden City, NY

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06/16/2026

Knights of Columbus Bishop Baldwin Council #15809 – June Business Meeting 📣

Last night, our Council gathered for an evening of fellowship, recognition, and planning for the year ahead.

We were proud to recognize Brothers Hector Murphy and Zach De La Rosa on their recent exemplification into the Fourth Degree, joining the ranks of the Patriotic Degree and deepening their commitment to Faith, Family, and Service.

A special congratulations goes to Brother Hector and Debbie de Marchena who were honored as our “Family of the Year” in recognition of their sustained dedication, generosity, and service to our Council, parish, and community. Their example reminds us of the vital role families play in the mission of the Knights of Columbus.

The Council also conducted elections for the upcoming fraternal year. Congratulations to our incoming officers, led by Grand Knight Stephen Hassett. We thank all those who have stepped forward to serve and lead our Council in the year ahead.

Vivat Jesus! ⚔️🙏

06/07/2026

Reminder: COR returns this Tuesday evening.

Join us for an hour of faith, fraternity, and conversation as we continue building authentic Catholic brotherhood.

Whether you have attended before or are simply curious to learn more, all men are welcome.

📅 Tuesday, June 9
🕢 7:30–8:30 PM
📍 St Agnes Room at St Joseph’s

We hope to see you there.

06/01/2026

Join us Monday (6/15) evening for our upcoming Knights of Columbus meeting at St. Joseph’s.

In addition to fellowship and discussion, members will also be electing leadership for the upcoming fraternal year as we prepare for another year of service to our parish and community.

Interested in learning more about the Knights of Columbus or curious about getting involved? Men interested in faith, service, charity, and fraternity are always welcome to attend and introduce themselves.