knights of columbus
our mission
Founded on the principles of charity, unity and fraternity, the Knights of Columbus was established in 1882 by Father Michael J. McGivney, assistant pastor of St. Mary’s Church in New Haven, Conn., and a group of parishioners. Their intent? To bring financial aid and assistance to the sick, disabled and needy members and their families. This simple gathering has expanded to a worldwide organization that assists wherever trouble exists in the world.
The Wallis Knights of Columbus seeks to support the local parish of Guardian Angels Church, and the community, with special assistance to the Brother Knights and their widows after they pass. We provide support for area organizations such as the Scouts, pregnancy centers in Austin and Fort Bend counties, scholarships, vocations with support for seminarians, and more! We are always seeking good, Catholic men to join our group to help us in our mission.
- Council Meeting – First Mondays at 7:00 pm (Social at 6:00 pm)
Turkey & Dressing Dinner
Wallis Columbus Club Hall
Sunday, September 13, 2026
10:00 am until Sold Out!
$15.00 per plate – DRIVE THRU ONLY
LOADS of turkey, dressing, yams, green beans and cranberry sauce!
KNIGHTS SCHOLARSHIPS
next DUE date: MARCH 31, 2027!
One of the blessings of being a Knight is the opportunity for our children and grandchildren to earn a scholarship to attend post high school education.
To earn a scholarship the applicant must submit an application by March 31 of the current academic year and be a high school senior. Scholarships are limited by Council funds and not all applicants may be selected, but we try our best to support our children.
Scholarship applications and the guides are available from the Brazos High School Counselor or may also be downloaded from this link.
2026 Achievement Award Winner: Mickayla Hinze
2026 Knights’ Scholarship Winners:
Clint Kleas
Jackson Vykukalon
Kendall Macha
Riley Stewart
Damon Kocian
news
Wallis Knights of Columbus may avoid publicity in general, but you can find here the things we do for our local parish, the Church of Guardian Angels in Wallis, Texas, and our community. Please check the official calendar for upcoming events.
knights of the Month
August Knight of the Month is Duwayne Engelhardt. He is currently the Financial Secretary and has also served as Grand Knight and Advocate. He is also known as the Fish Fry musician. He is at almost all fund raising events and handles all online ticket sales for the Wild Game Supper.
Recent Knights of the Month:
August 2026: Duwayne Engelhardt
July 2026: Ben Hajdik
June 2026: Steven Fojtik
Family of the month
August 2026 Family of the Month is Chris and Teresa Holub. Chris currently holds the office of Treasurer, and is a Past Grand Knight. Chris is the primary manager of the Wild Game Supper Grand Raffle which helps to fund many of the Council charities. Chris is also a director of the Wallis Columbus Club and holds the office of Treasurer and is the Hall Manager, handling rentals. He and Teresa also serve as bar tenders and often clean the Columbus Club Hall after events.
July 2026 Family of the Month is Ray and Robin Hanzelka. Ray assists with Columbus Club operations and manages the Wallis Legion Post 200 hall when he is not caring for his parents. Robin is active in the Catholic Daughters and Guardian Angel Church activities. May God continue to help them in their service.
June 2026 Family of the Month is the Myles Marek family. Myles is active in the Knights, Columbus Club, and serves on the Brazos ISD school board. Courtney is active in church activities, and their children participate in church activities and serve at the altar.
2024 – 2025 Awards!
On March 2, 2026, District Deputy, C.J. Hattier, presented the Counci the Trifecta Award for Charity, Unity, and Fraternity award from the Archdiocese of Galveston/Houston. The council earned this award by exceeding expectation in membership growth, activities and charitable contributions for the 2025.
On September 1, 2025, our District Deputy, C.J. Hattier, presented the Council Star Council for the 2024-2025 Knight year. This is the 2nd year in a row that the Council has earned the Columbian Award and managed to meet all requirements for Star Council. Congratulations to our Council!
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P.O. Box 667
703 Columbus Road
Wallis, TX 77485
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