Knights of Columbus Sacred Heart Council 5780 of St. Margaret Church in Madison, CT

With over 150 Brother Knights, Sacred Heart Council 5780 continues to grow and evolve by involving all Catholic men interested in strengthening their faith, building friendships, and making a difference in our parish and community.

Knights of Columbus Council 5780 Officers
From left to right
John Connolly, Tony Sasso, Justin Murphy, John Warfel, Jim Ferrara, Anthony Amplo, Peter Parisi, Paul DiVincenzo, Frank Connelly, Fr. Daniel J. McLearen, District Deputy Kevin Glazier

Our Heritage

The Knights of Columbus was founded on February 6, 1882, by Blessed Father Michael McGivney at St. Mary’s Church in New Haven, Connecticut. Father McGivney’s vision was to organize Catholic men to strengthen their faith, assist their families and parishes, and protect their loved ones through a pioneering insurance program which invests only in companies that do good for our society. From the earliest days of the Knights, they provided huts for all soldiers during the great war WWI. In 1954 they lobbied the US congress to add “under God” to the pledge of allegiance. Today, over 2 million Brother Knights worldwide honor Blessed Father McGivney’s mission of embracing the principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism.

Sacred Heart Council 5780 was established on December 6, 1965, with John M. Murphy as our first Grand Knight. For nearly six decades, we have faithfully served our church and community, and meet on the second Thursday of each month from September through June. Our past Grand Knight Justin Murphy is the son of John W. Murphy and has left his mark as our Grand Knight for an extended period during the time of Covid.

St. Margaret Church in Madison CT


Ministries and Outreach

Our council actively contributes to St. Margaret Parish and the broader community through various ministries and service initiatives.

Church Ministries

  • As parish priests, deacons, and lay ministers
  • Eucharistic Ministry to the sick and homebound Lectors, musicians, singers, and ushers
  • Providing transportation for parishioners for treatments and doctor visits

Community Support

  • Madison Food Pantry and Meals on Wheels
  • Veteran outreach by Operation American Soldier at Columbus House in New Haven
  • Habitat for Humanity, aiding families in need of adequate housing
  • Programs for adults with disabilities through Sarah and Vista

Special Programs

Faith Development

  • Saint Margaret’s annual men’s retreat, Holy Family Retreat Center West Hartford

Youth Support

  • Scholarships for parishioners entering college
  • The St. Joseph the Worker award for students entering the trades

Advocacy

  • Supporting the Connecticut March for Life and Special Olympics

Fellowship and Events

Our council promotes fraternity and fellowship through a vibrant calendar of social and spiritual activities.

Faith & Fellowship

  • Parish Mass and Picnic on the Beach
  • Monthly rosary and receptions
  • Athlete’s Mass and after-Mass coffee gatherings

Social Events

  • Summer picnics on the beach every Friday evening at the Surf Club
  • Steak and cigar night
  • Annual Council Installation Dinner
  • Council Christmas Party at the Cafe Alegre
  • St. Patrick’s Party and fundraiser

Holiday Traditions

  • Children’s Christmas Tree Lighting and Party with Mr. and Mrs. Claus.
  • Council Christmas Party at Cafe Allegre.
  • Parish raising funds for the families of St Martin de Porre’s in New Haven
  • Tuition assistants fund raising for All Saints Elementary School
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Knights of Columbus 5780

Ministries and Outreach

  • Raising money to support Vista and Sarah
  • Working with Habitat for Humanity
  • Scholarship help for students entering Catholic high schools and colleges
  • Supporting the Madison Food Pantry
  • Operation American Soldier.
  • Host the parish Coffee And…reception after Mass
Our History

Meetings

Our council meets the second Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the church hall during the following months: Sept, Oct, Nov, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May. We typically hold social events in the summer, such as dinner at the Surf Club which is a bring your own food picnic.

St. Margaret Church in Madison CT

24 Academy St
Madison, CT 06443
(203) 245-7301

St. Margaret Church Madison CT