Knights of Columbus Council 14084 St. Stephen

2015-2016 Family of the Year:

This Brother has been a Knight for 9+ years and his wife has been a member of our Columbiette Auxiliary, since its inception. This Brother is a member of the local Sheriffs Department and his wife runs the family restaurant business, in addition to their Pro Life and parish activities. This Family has been a very important part of our Council this past year and over the past several years due to their work with our Pro Life Ministry. They continue to represent our Council at our monthly prayer vigils. As you know, our Council sponsors a Pro Life Prayer Vigil held at a Tampa Abortion Clinic on the second Saturday of each month. Prayer works as we have evidence of lives saved. Also, they supported and attended the Foundation of Life Gala on 11/14/2015 with a table sponsorship for $1,000. Also, they assisted with our annual 40 Days for Life Campaign. In December, 2015 we presented Life Care of Brandon and the Knights Women’s Center each a check for $5,000 to support their pregnancy centers. This was due to our highly successful past Pro Life Tent Sales. They also played a key role in our Pro Life Baby Shower held in January. We had an outstanding out pouring of generosity from the Parish where we collected three truckloads of baby goods and supplies valued at $7,500. These were distributed to local pregnancy centers. Also, they helped with the placement of 290 Remembrance Crosses in front of St. Stephen Church to commemorate lives lost to abortion. They were also big part of the Council receiving the Culture of Life Award which is the highest award given by the Florida State Council This family is a perfect example of what it means to be a Catholic - to stand-up for the Rights of the less fortunate. They exemplify the first principle of our order, Charity. They clearly Make A Difference for our Council and in our Parish and Community. So please join me in Congratulating the Chris and Jeanne Lewis Family as our 2015-2016 Family of the Year,