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Cor in Scranton
Catholic men’s faith formation.
Brotherhood with Christ at the center.
Cor is a Knights of Columbus initiative for men seeking a deeper relationship with Jesus. Its name means “heart” in Latin.
Local Cor information
The foundation
Prayer. Formation. Fraternity.
Formation
Deepen understanding of the Catholic faith and practice the virtues of Christian discipleship.
Fraternity
Build friendships that offer encouragement, accountability, and support in living the faith.
Learn about the three elements in the official Knights of Columbus Cor overview.
Our parish community
Cor at St. Ann’s Basilica
This is the Cor information page for Knights of Columbus Council 12572 in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Our council is based at St. Ann’s Basilica and has served its parish community since November 1, 1999.
Interested in participating? Contact our Evangelization and Faith Formation Director, Charlie Tolle, for local Cor information and gathering details.
Visit St. Ann’s Basilica ParishBefore your first gathering
Questions about Cor
Do I need to be a Knight?
No. Cor welcomes men of any faith background, whether or not they belong to the Knights of Columbus.
What happens at Cor?
Gatherings combine prayer, faith formation, and conversation. The format is flexible; a session might include a Rosary, a formation video, and small-group discussion.
Is Cor the monthly council business meeting?
No. Cor focuses on spiritual growth and brotherhood. Council business is handled separately.
When is the next Cor gathering in Scranton?
A local Cor schedule has not yet been posted on this page. Contact Charlie Tolle at (570) 445-7603 or tolle_c@hotmail.com for gathering details.
Explore Cor resources
The Knights of Columbus maintains resources for participants and leaders, including formation materials, prayer ideas, leader guides, and answers to common questions.