Council Information

Council 13001 was chartered at the Church of St. Gerard Majella in the fall of 2001. It is located at 9600 Regent Ave, N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. The Grand Knight for 2007 is Shawn Phillips. You can contact the Knights by phone at the Parish office at (763) 424-8770, or by email at knights13001.

Council Meetings

The Council meetings are third Tuesday of the month at the Church of St. Gerard at 7:15 p.m. All members are encouraged to attend the membership meetings.

About Our Council

The St. Gerard council was founded in 2001 through the efforts of a parish group known as 'The Men of St. Gerard.' They determined that there would be many advantages and benefits to converting this group into a Knights of Columbus Council.

Although the Council was named after the parish where it is based, St. Gerard Majella would have been an ideal Knight. He was born in Italy in 1726 and lived a relatively short life of only 29 years. He is called the Patron Saint of mothers as a result of his help given to mothers and their families. He was a very religious person. He was known for his charity work and fundraising efforts.

Knights Presentation

If you are interested in finding out more about our Council and the Knights in general, please view the KC Presentation by clicking on the link. You will get an overview of the Council and the Knights of Columbus organization. If you would like further information please email us at knights13001.