Knights of Columbus Council 13359

We are an organization of dedicated individuals—1.9 million members strong, and growing. An organization that, since 1882, has embodied the selflessness of man as it has helped overcome the problems of the world.  

Our Knights and their families stand shoulder to shoulder in support of one another. Through their charity and the examples of their lives, they stand in service to all as witnesses to the Good News of the Gospel.  

The Knights at St. Joseph the Worker #13359 are eager to get to know YOU.  Consider reaching out to our Council using the form below to get involved NOW and join us as a part of our countless events to serve and give back to our local and faith communities.

An Invitation to Join the Knights of Columbus. Click on image below to watch the video.

All the good works we do are informed by our four core principles:   

Charity – Members of the Knights of Columbus show love for their neighbors by conducting food drives, donating resources to charities, by volunteering at Special Olympics, and by supporting, both spiritually and materially, mothers who choose life for their babies. There is no better way to experience love and compassion than by helping those in need, a call we answer every day.   

Unity – None of us is as good as all of us. Members of the Knights of Columbus all know that – together – we can accomplish far more than any of us could individually. So we stick together…we support one another.  As a Knight you can count on the support and encouragement of your brother Knights as you work to make life better in your parish and community.   

Fraternity –  The Knights last year gave more than 10 million hours of their time to assist sick and/or disabled members and their families. In the Knights of Columbus, we watch out for and take care of one another.   

Patriotism – Members of the Knights of Columbus, are proud of our devotion to God and country, and believe in standing up for both. Whether it’s in public or private, the Knights remind the world that Catholics support their nations and are amongst the greatest citizens.



The Knights of St. Joseph the Worker have put on and support a number of events each year, including but not limited to:

Pancake Breakfast/Fish Fry - The Knights hold several pancake breakfast and fish fry events to support a number of organizations across the NW Metro and Twin Cities community

363 Day Sandwhich Making - The knights partner with the parish Youth to provide sandwhiches for the our homesless brothers and sisters of the greator twin cities

Campaign for People with Intellectual Disabilities - The Knights as part of the brotherhood of Knights throughout the country participate in the annual Tootsie Roll drive in April. This event is used to raise money for the mentally and physically handicapped youths and adults. 

SJTW Outdoor Mass - The Knights support the annual STJW Outdoor Mass by providing food and organizing activites while supporting the church in preparations for the event

Special Olympics - The Knights have participated in and helped fund several Special Olympics events

Steak Dinner - The Council has held an annual Steak Fry in Spring. This is a great opportunity to get together with fellow Knights and families to enjoy a good meal and great company and conversation.

Families Moving Forward
MENding Project
Habitat for Humanity
KC Soccer Challenge
Respect Life Baby Shower
Coats for Kids
Blood Drives
Monthly Rosary
KC Freethrow Contest
KC Citizenship Essay Contest and more!

Knights in Action - Coats for Kids with Minnesota Vikings and Archbiship Hebda
Click on picture below for link to short highlight video!

2017-18 Calendar of Events

October

03 7:00 pm KC Rosary
07 Prolife Baby Shower
08 Prolife Baby Shower
08 Pancake Breakfast
10 6:30 pm Officer’s Planning Meeting
10 7:30 pm Members Meeting
21 KC Open House and Fraternal Benefits - 6:30pm
26 KC Major Degree - 5:30pm (Check in @ 5pm)

November

07 7:00 pm KC Rosary
12 Pancake Breakfast
14 6:30 pm Officer’s Planning Meeting
14 7:30 pm Members Meeting
24 Coats for Kids Distribution

December

05 7:00 pm KC Rosary
14 6:30 pm Members Planning Meeting
14 KC Christmas Social

January

02 7:00 pm KC Rosary
09 6:30 pm Officer’s Planning Meeting
09 7:30 pm Members Meeting
13 Keeping Christ in Christmas Poster Judging Contest
21 Pancake Breakfast

February

06 7:00 pm KC Rosary
10 KC Spaghetti Dinner
13 6:30 pm Officer’s Planning Meeting
13 7:30 pm Members Meeting
23 5:00 pm KC Fish Fry

March

06 7:00 pm KC Rosary
09 5:00 pm KC Fish Fry
13 6:30 pm Officer’s Planning Meeting
13 7:30 pm Members Meeting
25 Pancake Breakfast

April

03 7:00 pm KC Rosary
10 6:30 pm Officer’s Planning Meeting
10 7:30 pm Members Meeting
21 KC Raffle and Steak Dinner
28 KC Ladies Auxiliary State Convention

May

01 7:00 pm KC Rosary
08 6:30 pm Members Planning Meeting
08 7:30 pm Members Meeting

June

05 7:00 pm KC Rosary
12 6:30 pm Members Planning Meeting
12 7:30 pm Members Meeting

2017 - 2018 Officers

John Yaeger – Grand Knight – 763 420-5942
Franklin Vaca – Deputy Grand Knight 
Larry Gervis – Chancellor 
Andy Fischer – Recorder 
Aaron Manse – Treasurer 
David Miller – Advocate 
John Jordon – Warden 
Don Berg – Inside Guard 
John Ruffing – Outside Guard 
Mike Johnson – Financial Secretary 
Fr. Mike Sullivan – Chaplain 
Patrick Farrelly – Trustee 3 
John Lape – Trustee 2 
Paul Vandergon – Trustee 1
Neil Roers – Lector