Knights of Columbus
Serving the parishes of Holy Family, Mother of Sorrows, and Saint Mary
Welcome
We are a band of brothers, a network of men dedicated to doing good in the service of God and our neighbor, guided by our four core principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism. We are men of faith and men of action. We are the Knights of Columbus.
The Knights of Columbus is the world’s largest Catholic fraternal organization, with over 2 million members worldwide. One of the most active charitable organizations in the United States, the Knights donated more than $154 million and 48 million hours of service in 2021 alone, continuing an unbroken tradition that spans more than 130 years.
The Fr. Maruskin Council #10936, serving the parishes of Holy Family, Mother of Sorrows, and Saint Mary, was formed in 1992 with 35 members and has grown to 160 members strong. Our mission is to provide service to the Church, the community, our council, families, youth, and the culture of life, all under the guiding principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism.
To stay up to date with our latest news and activities, be sure to check out our newsletter below.
Knights of Columbus Change Fundraiser for Akron Pregnancy Services
The Knights of Columbus Fr. Maruskin Council #10936 thanks Holy Family parishioners for their past support of the Baby Bottle Boomerang project benefiting Akron Pregnancy Services (APS) Pregnancy Center. While successful, the effort has become less efficient due to the handling of bottles and loose change.
This year, the Council is participating in the APS Walk for Life on Saturday, May 16, held at the Robinson House on Buchtel Avenue. The Walk for Life is a fully digital fundraising event where participants form teams and gather pledges from family, friends, and supporters.
Fr. Maruskin Council has formed three teams, each led by a past Grand Knight and named for one of the Council’s guiding principles: Team Charity, Team Unity, and Team Fraternity.
Each team begins with an initial $500 in Council funds and will raise additional support through their individual donation links.
To learn more about the teams and make a donation, please visit the Knights of Columbus Walk for Life page using the navigation.
Thank you for your support.
Vivat Jesus!
Pat Rynd
Life Program Director
Knights of Columbus 2026 Charity Raffle
This Charity Raffle has been in existence for well over half a century. Purchasing a $5 ticket gives you an opportunity to support Knights of Columbus
charities while giving yourself the chance to win one of 25 prizes shown below totaling over
$108,000 in value:
1st Prize -- $49,680 (payable $414 per month for 10 years)
2nd Prize -- $18,780 (payable $313 per month for 5 years)
3rd Prize -- $12,720 (payable $212 per month for 5 years)
4th Prize -- $4,000
5th Prize -- $3,000
6th – 9th Prizes -- $1,500
10th – 13th Prizes -- $1,250
14th – 17th Prizes -- $1,000
18th – 21st Prizes -- $750
22nd – 25th Prizes -- $500
Over the past 9 years our Council has sold 5 winning tickets including the top prize of $49,680.
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TICKETS --
- Contact any Knight you may know who will be happy to provide you with tickets, or
- You can pick them up at the Council’s Friday Fish Fries from February 20 – March 27, or
- Call or email Bob Eikenburg to get your tickets today!
Provide your name, address and the number of tickets you want and they will be promptly mailed to you along with instructions for how to return them.
Monthly Meetings
Officers Meeting:
1st Wednesday of each month
7:30pm - Room 1, LCH
General Meeting:
3rd Monday of the month
7:00pm Rosary
7:30pm Meeting - Room 1, LCH
Meeting Location:
Room 1, Lower Church Hall (LCH)
Holy Family Church
3179 Kent Road
Stow, Ohio 44278
Knights of Columbus
Holy Family Parish
3450 Sycamore Drive
Stow, OH. 44224-4421
Becoming a Knight of Columbus can be life-changing.
As a Knight, you will:
- Support your parish
- Serve your local community
- Grow stronger in your Catholic faith
- Join a brotherhood dedicated to charity, unity, and service
Together, we volunteer our time, help those in need, and support one another as Catholic men committed to doing good.
The quickest way to become a member is by completing our online application.
- When asked for
“Preferred Local Council,” enter:
Council #10936 (Fr. Maruskin Council serving Stow, Hudson, and Peninsula)
Once submitted, your application will be received by our Council within one day.
If you have any questions or need help at any point, our Membership Director is happy to assist you.
Membership Benefits & Responsibilities
- Annual Council Dues: $30
- Optional Insurance Program: Available at an additional cost to protect you and your family
- Monthly Council Newsletter: Free (delivered by mail or email)
- Columbia Magazine: Monthly national Knights of Columbus magazine