I don't have much time to give to the Knights so why
should I join?
Only
24 Hours .....
A YEAR?
(That’s right,)
( I said... )
( )
(“A YEAR!”)
Today’s men have many commitments. From his duty to his family to his obligation
to his workplace, there are constant calls on his time. It’s a common concern among many men that
they just don’t have time to be a part of the Knights of Columbus. Imagine if you were able to tell a man that
if could just give 24 hours a year to the Knights of Columbus he could make a
positive difference in his community and church. The following is an
illustration of just how little time it takes to be an active part of the
order. Even with the minimal commitment
a man can be an important part of his council, and reap the benefit membership
has to offer him and his family.
12 hours a year reading the parish bulletin, the state
and local council newsletters,
Two hours a year volunteering at the council’s annual
work with kids in Special Olympics, Basketball,
Two hours a year attending, with his family, two
memorial services, wake services or parish / council prayer services.
Two hours a year on a council sponsored Church,
community, council, family or youth project of his choosing. These include Soup
Kitchens, and recruitment drives at churches and street fairs.
Two hours a year attending one council meeting.
Four hours a year enjoying (again, with his entire family)
a council social function such as a dinner, dance, picnic, Christmas
gatherings, etc.
That’s only 24 hours a year, which practically any man
can fit into his schedule. When you
present the time commitment of joining the Order in this way, it doesn’t seem
very intimidating at all. Once a man
becomes a member and sees how rewarding being a part of the Knights of Columbus
is, he may want to dedicate more of his time to the Order. There are 8,760 hours in a year. By giving the Knights of Columbus 24 of those
hours (less than .3 percent), a man can be a better Catholic, a better father,
a better husband and a better person.
Think of the difference the Knights of Columbus can make in our
communities if these men join us. We
only have to let each man know that he has the the time - only 24 hours – to
join and make a difference in his Church and community.
For membership contact:
Tim Russell (517) 669-5540
Or
Jim Beckwith (517) 394-4704
Or visit our website at: