St. Mary Mokena hosted the 64th Annual Knights of Columbus Charity Ball for the Joliet Assembly on Saturday, October 14th. Through the event, the Knights raised $3,000 and donated the funds to Birthright of Joliet, Catholic Charities of Joliet, and The Deaf Apostolate of Joliet.
In attendance was Bishop Emeritus R. Daniel Conlon of Joliet, who celebrated the 5:00 PM Mass preceding the charity ball.
Tim Cosgrove, Faithful Comptroller for the Knights of Columbus Joliet Assembly, presented $1,000 checks to representatives from the three charities, which the organization has supported since 2011.
- Birthright of Joliet, represented by Karen Hatfield
- Catholic Charities of Joliet, represented by Colleen Conwood
- The Deaf Apostolate of the Diocese of Joliet, represented by Father John Abulag
According to Cosgrove, each charity will receive additional donations still to be determined. The charities are chosen based on their commitment to and following of church teaching.
Around 95 people attended the event, which included a raffle, dinner, and live music.
“The great work done by Catholic Charities, Birthright, and The Diocese of Joliet Deaf Ministries exemplify Jesus Christ active in the world!” says Father Dindo Billote, pastor of St. Mary Mokena. “As the St. Mary Parish Pastor and Knights of Columbus Chaplain, I am proud of the hard work done by the Knights of Columbus in fundraising for these worthy Catholic Charities! We bless them and resoundingly support their ministries!”
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