July 1st is here. A new Columbian Year has started with new officers, new agendas, and new ideas.

I am thankful I took the first steps to become a Field Agent with the Knights of Columbus last year. The wonderful reception I have received from the Councils since then and the sense I am doing God’s work to help Catholic Families protect their financial futures keeps me motivated. I have the privilege to promote the vision of Father Michael J. McGivney by providing Catholic solutions to my faithful brothers who want to provide for their family’s security while supporting the Catholic Church and its values.

Since the Knights of Columbus will always be a high priority for me, I wonder why many of our members fail to pay their dues. The annual dues assist so many wonderful Catholic causes; seminarian training, priest retirement, pregnancy centers, Catholic school scholarships, food pantries, emergency services, and grants for the unfortunate. Besides daily prayer, your dues are your minimum commitment as a member of the Knights of Columbus. If you are having trouble paying your dues, contact myself or your Financial Secretary. Give us an opportunity to find a solution. Waivers can be provided because of financial hardship, sickness, or you being out of area. For those who are out of the area, have you thought about transferring to a local council? It is as simple as paying you current dues to your current council and filling out a Form 100 with your updated information.

On a more positive note, congratulations to all the new officers and welcome to a new year. I trust your efforts will make the world better.

Fraternally, Your Brother and Field Agent,
Marco Manrique
CA LIC 0I39878, FA16570
(707) 301-1783
marco.manrique@kofc.org