KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Council 367

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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Council 367

Knights of Columbus Norfolk Council 367
"The First Council in the South"
Established 1898 Thanks to the efforts of Father Michael J.

McGivney, assistant pastor of St. Mary’s Church in New Haven and some of his parishioners, the Connecticut state legislature on March 29, 1882, officially chartered the Knights of Columbus as a fraternal benefit society. The Order is still true to its founding principles of charity, unity and fraternity. The Knights was formed to render financial aid to members and their families. Mutual aid and a

ssistance are offered to sick, disabled and needy members and their families. Social and intellectual fellowship is promoted among members and their families through educational, charitable, religious, social welfare, war relief and public relief works. The history of the Order shows how the foresight of Father Michael J. McGivney, whose cause for sainthood is being investigated by the Vatican, brought about what has become the world's foremost Catholic fraternal benefit society. The Order has helped families obtain economic security and stability through its life insurance, annuity and long-term care programs, and has contributed time and energy worldwide to service in communities. The Knights of Columbus has grown from several members in one council to more than 14,000 councils and 1.8 million members throughout the United States, Canada, the Philippines, Mexico, Poland, the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Panama, the Bahamas, the Virgin Islands, Cuba, Guatemala, Guam and Saipan.

05/19/2026

Link to Mike Atkinson's obituary.

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/norfolk-va/michael-atkinson-12890277?utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwY2xjawR5RJ5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFrcHJ1MkZVQm1wbnA1T05ac3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHgeq4gl1djxvAwJzq0DSupv6wJ4jtH85qxZeKov1RKM8WClx6jqBa9Jxhk2h_aem_YWdncwDjeIfF-6iChxcTJyF7FgZE&brid=YWdncwHa2CRTaDdpYhl5CHSr9pWd

Celebrate the life of Michael Atkinson, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Woodlawn Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens.

05/16/2026

We are sad to announce that Brother Sir Knight, Thomas Michael (Mike) Atkinson, passed away on Thursday, May 14th.

Mike spent many years as Council 367’s Financial Secretary and Assembly 1162’s Comptroller.

Funeral arrangements are unknown currently.

"Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May their souls and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen."

01/01/2026

HAPPY NEW YEAR from the FIRST COUNCIL IN THE SOUTH!

Wishing all a very healthy and prosperous 2026.

GOD BLESS YOU ALL! VIVAT JESUS!

12/24/2025

Merry Christmas from the First Council in the South! God Bless Everyone! Vivat Jesus!

12/18/2025

The First Council in the South is sorry to report that Sir Knight Charlie Prietz, age 83, passed away on Tuesday, December 16th.

Charlie was our Treasurer for years and helped with many projects the Council was doing, especially when it came to cooking the food. He also played the saxophone with the Basilica of St Mary’s band for Saturday night Vigil Masses.

Charlie was best known for his Charlie Sandwiches and Charlie Tators during our monthly breakfasts in the past.

After we were set up for breakfast, Charlie would make all the helpers a Charlie sandwich consisting of toast, bacon, over-easy egg, tomato, cheese, and mayonnaise. It was delicious. His hashbrown potatoes with vegetables were legendary as all raved about them as the best tators they ever eaten. He said it was his secret ingredient that made them extra tasty.

Charlie was born August 15th, which was the Holy Day for the Assumption of Mary. Every time the rosary was prayed on a Wednesday meeting, Charlie led the 4th decade of the Glorious Mysteries which was the Assumption of Mary.

No details yet on funeral arrangements.

We’re going to miss you Charlie and your awesome sandwiches, tators, and especially your friendship.

Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

Vivat Jesus!

11/27/2025

HAPPY THANKSGIVING from the FIRST COUNCIL IN THE SOUTH! GOD BLESS US ALL! VIVAT JESUS!

05/26/2025

The First Council in the South would like to thank all the service men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice so we could enjoy our freedom living in the greatest nation on Earth! Vivat Jesus!

05/11/2025

The First Council in the South would like to wish all Mothers a HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY! GOD BLESS YOU ALL for what you do to make this world a better place to live.

04/20/2025

The First Council in the South would like to wish all a Happy and Blessed Easter. God Bless you all!

04/05/2025

The First Council in the South, St Pius X parishioners, and Fr Fimian from Lady of Victory was back at Planned Parenthood today silently protesting and praying the rosary for the end of abortion.

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5201 Kennebeck Avenue
Norfolk, VA
23513

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http://kofc367.org/

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