Knights of Columbus Sacred Heart Council 1847St Mary’s Parish c/o Michael Swan38 Madison AveFranklin MA 02038
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Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Attention High School Seniors: Knights Of Columbus Scholarship Program for 2023
Friday, January 20, 2023
Knights of Columbus Annual Free Throw Contest on Friday, Jan 20, 2023
"The Knights of Columbus, Sacred Heart Council 1847, Franklin is holding its Annual Free Throw Contest on Friday, 1/20/23.Registration begins at 6:00 PM and the contest follows immediately after at 6:30 PM at the Hockomock YMCA, 45 Forge Hill Road, Franklin, MAThe event is open for boys and girls 9-14 years old as of 1/1/23 from surrounding towns. All contestants will shoot 15 free throws and are recognized for their participation in this event.The champs are invited to compete in the district competition which will immediately follow this event. This round contestants will shoot 25 free throws."
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Knights of Columbus Annual Free Throw Contest on Friday, Jan 20, 2023 |
Saturday, January 14, 2023
K of C Annual Free Throw Contest - Jan 20, 2023
"The Knights of Columbus, Sacred Heart Council 1847, Franklin is holding its Annual Free Throw Contest on Friday, 1/20/23.Registration begins at 6:00 PM and the contest follows immediately after at 6:30 PM at the Hockomock YMCA, 45 Forge Hill Road, Franklin, MAThe event is open for boys and girls 9-14 years old as of 1/1/23 from surrounding towns. All contestants will shoot 15 free throws and are recognized for their participation in this event.The champs are invited to compete in the district competition which will immediately follow this event. This round contestants will shoot 25 free throws."
Tuesday, November 8, 2022
Reminder: Order your Annual Thanksgiving Day Pie from the Knights Of Columbus by Nov 13
Why bake when the Knights can do it for you?
The Knights of Columbus, Sacred Heart Council 1847 St. Mary Parish Franklin MA is running their 5th Annual Thanksgiving Pie Sale. Our famous bakery (same as last year) is the family owned Mann’s Orchards and Bakery. The flavors will be - Apple, Pecan, Pumpkin and our new Burgundy.
These Pies are fantastic.... outstanding flavor, aroma, and taste. The price will be $16.00 per Pie. As was last year you will be able to DONATE a pie. All donations will go to the Franklin Senior Center and the Franklin Food Pantry for distribution at Thanksgiving time.
This year there will be 2 means by which you may purchase your Thanksgiving Day pies. Please visit our website https://www.kofc1847.org/payments-thanksgiving-pie-sale or on Facebook…… KnightsofColumbusCouncil1847. You will find a link to order and pay for your order. The site is open now till November 14. We will also be taking Pie orders in person over two weekends this year November 5, 6 and November 12-13, after all the Masses at St Mary Franklin. We will be set up in the back of the Church to take your Pie orders.
Cash, Check, or Credit Card will be accepted. On line orders are Credit Card only.
You will be able to Pick Up your order of Thanksgiving Day Pies on Tuesday, November 22, from 3 PM – 6 PM at the CCD Offices at the old St. Mary's Franklin Parish School (previously the Charter School) on the 1st floor. You will see our Signs.
We are excited again this year to bring this quality product to St Mary Parish community and all our Franklin neighbors.
Please support this most worthy cause, enjoy them on your dinner table as well as help a senior and people in need to make their Thanksgiving Day special with a Pie (or2) from Mann’s Orchard.
Any questions, please call Jim Campbell at 508-848-8681 or Jim Lane at 774-571-9804 or Mike Swan 508-404-4792.
Thank You for your generosity and “giving back”...
Knights of Columbus, Sacred Heart Council 1847 Franklin, MA 02038
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5th Annual Thanksgiving Day Pie Sale – Knights Of Columbus, Franklin |
Tuesday, October 18, 2022
5th Annual Thanksgiving Day Pie Sale – Knights Of Columbus, Franklin
Why bake when the Knights can do it for you?
The Knights of Columbus, Sacred Heart Council 1847 St. Mary Parish Franklin MA is running their 5th Annual Thanksgiving Pie Sale. Our famous bakery (same as last year) is the family owned Mann’s Orchards and Bakery. The flavors will be - Apple, Pecan, Pumpkin and our new Burgundy.
These Pies are fantastic.... outstanding flavor, aroma, and taste. The price will be $16.00 per Pie. As was last year you will be able to DONATE a pie. All donations will go to the Franklin Senior Center and the Franklin Food Pantry for distribution at Thanksgiving time.
This year there will be 2 means by which you may purchase your Thanksgiving Day pies. Please visit our website https://www.kofc1847.org/payments-thanksgiving-pie-sale or on Facebook…… KnightsofColumbusCouncil1847. You will find a link to order and pay for your order. The site is open now till November 14. We will also be taking Pie orders in person over two weekends this year November 5, 6 and November 12-13, after all the Masses at St Mary Franklin. We will be set up in the back of the Church to take your Pie orders.
Cash, Check, or Credit Card will be accepted. On line orders are Credit Card only.
You will be able to Pick Up your order of Thanksgiving Day Pies on Tuesday, November 22, from 3 PM – 6 PM at the CCD Offices at the old St. Mary's Franklin Parish School (previously the Charter School) on the 1st floor. You will see our Signs.
We are excited again this year to bring this quality product to St Mary Parish community and all our Franklin neighbors.
Please support this most worthy cause, enjoy them on your dinner table as well as help a senior and people in need to make their Thanksgiving Day special with a Pie (or2) from Mann’s Orchard.
Any questions, please call Jim Campbell at 508-848-8681 or Jim Lane at 774-571-9804 or Mike Swan 508-404-4792.
Thank You for your generosity and “giving back”...
Knights of Columbus, Sacred Heart Council 1847 Franklin, MA 02038
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5th Annual Thanksgiving Day Pie Sale – Knights Of Columbus, Franklin |
Wednesday, March 2, 2022
Attention High School Seniors: Knights Of Columbus Scholarship Program 2022
The Knights of Columbus 1847 St Mary Parish Franklin is accepting applications for The Robert Simmler PGK, Knights of Columbus Sacred Heart Council Scholarships. They are offering two scholarships one in the sum of $3000 and the second $1000 scholarship.
The applicants must be a registered member of St Mary’s Parish in Franklin, and must be graduating from High School in Spring 2022 and progressing onto their first year of study at a 2 or 4 year college/university.
All interested applicants please submit a completed scholarship application postmarked on or before the application deadline of Friday April 8, 2022
The application form is available from the banner on the St Mary parish website www.stmarysfranklin.org or on the Knights of Columbus website https://www.kofc1847.org/ . Please fill in ALL information accurately and clearly, and then submit the completed application to
Knights of Columbus, Sacred Heart Council 1847, St. Mary’s Parishc/o Michael Swan38 Madison Ave.Franklin MA 02038
The scholarship recipients will receive payment upon completion of their 1st semester of studies and upon proof of enrollment in the 2nd semester.
If more information is needed please contact Mike Swan: 508-404-4792
- 2022 Scholarship Instructions (download Word doc)
- 2022 Robert Simmler, PGK Knights of Columbus Scholarship Program Application (download Word doc)
Attention High School Seniors: Knights Of Columbus Scholarship Program 2022
Thursday, April 1, 2021
Reminder: Two $1000 Scholarships Offered by Knights of Columbus - applications due Apr 16, 2021
Knights of Columbus 1847 in Franklin, MA is accepting applications for 2- $1000 Scholarships. The applicants must be a registered member of St. Mary's Parish in Franklin, and must be graduating from High School in the Spring 2021 and progressing onto their first year of study at a 2- or 4-year college/ university. Please submit a complete our Scholarship Application postmarked on or before the Application Deadline of Friday April 16, 2021.
The application form is available from the banner on the St. Mary's Parish, Franklin website or on the Knights of Columbus 1847 website https://www.kofc1847.org/scholarship-program
Please fill in ALL information accurately and clearly, and then submit the completed application to the Knights of Columbus, Sacred Heart Council 1847, St. Mary's Parish c/o Mike Swan, 38 Madison Ave., Franklin, MA 02038.
The award will be given to the recipients upon completion of their 1st semester of studies and upon proof of enrollment in the 2nd semester.
Please contact Mike Swan for more information at 508-404-4792.
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https://www.kofc1847.org/scholarship-program |
Wednesday, March 17, 2021
Two $1000 Scholarships Offered by Knights of Columbus - Applications due Apr 16, 2021
Knights of Columbus 1847 in Franklin, MA is accepting applications for 2- $1000 Scholarships. The applicants must be a registered member of St. Mary's Parish in Franklin, and must be graduating from High School in the Spring 2021 and progressing onto their first year of study at a 2- or 4-year college/ university. Please submit a complete our Scholarship Application postmarked on or before the Application Deadline of Friday April 16, 2021.
The application form is available from the banner on the St. Mary's Parish, Franklin website or on the Knights of Columbus 1847 website https://www.kofc1847.org/scholarship-program
Please fill in ALL information accurately and clearly, and then submit the completed application to the Knights of Columbus, Sacred Heart Council 1847, St. Mary's Parish c/o Mike Swan, 38 Madison Ave., Franklin, MA 02038.
The award will be given to the recipients upon completion of their 1st semester of studies and upon proof of enrollment in the 2nd semester.
Please contact Mike Swan for more information at 508-404-4792.
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https://www.kofc1847.org/scholarship-program |
Tuesday, March 2, 2021
Two $1000 Scholarships Offered by Knights of Columbus, Sacred Heart Council 1847, Franklin, MA
Knights of Columbus 1847 in Franklin, MA is accepting applications for 2- $1000 Scholarships. The applicants must be a registered member of St. Mary's Parish in Franklin, and must be graduating from High School in the Spring 2021 and progressing onto their first year of study at a 2- or 4-year college/ university. Please submit a complete our Scholarship Application postmarked on or before the Application Deadline of Friday April 16, 2021.
The application form is available from the banner on the St. Mary's Parish, Franklin website or on the Knights of Columbus 1847 website https://www.kofc1847.org/scholarship-program
Please fill in ALL information accurately and clearly, and then submit the completed application to the Knights of Columbus, Sacred Heart Council 1847, St. Mary's Parish c/o Mike Swan, 38 Madison Ave., Franklin, MA 02038.
The award will be given to the recipients upon completion of their 1st semester of studies and upon proof of enrollment in the 2nd semester.
Please contact Mike Swan for more information at 508-404-4792.
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https://www.kofc1847.org/scholarship-program |