Installation of Council Officers
District Deputy John Scandale, PGK presided over the installation, marking a renewed commitment to faith, leadership, and service.
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Council 12572 · Established November 1, 1999
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Remembering the milestones of St. Ann’s Basilica Council 12572 in Scranton, Pennsylvania, through celebrations of faith, brotherhood, and service.
Exemplification of Charity, Unity and Fraternity
The Scranton Exemplification Team welcomed new Brother Knights at St. Ann’s Basilica. A First Class Relic of Blessed Michael J. McGivney was present for veneration.
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Exemplification of Charity, Unity and Fraternity
The Scranton Exemplification Team gathered at St. Ann’s Basilica for a celebration of Catholic faith, brotherhood, and the founding principles of the Knights of Columbus.
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Buzzy Palooza
(Easter Egg Hunt)
Chaired by Marcos Marengo, Buzzy Palooza brought a spirit of service and fellowship to Easter preparations. See volunteers working together to fill colorful eggs with treats for the hunt.
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Exemplification of Charity, Unity and Fraternity
Brother Knights gathered for an Exemplification celebrating the principles at the heart of the Knights of Columbus: service to others, shared purpose, and care for one another.
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Fish Fry
Volunteers came together for the Council Fish Fry, sharing their time and teamwork in a spirit of fellowship and service.
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Joint Christmas Party
(Celebration AfterParty)
Council 12572 and Assembly 938 gathered for Christmas fellowship, with honored guests Supreme Regional Growth Director Paul Perry and State Deputy Gary Damich.
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Breakfast with Santa 2025
Council 12572 celebrated the Christmas season with Breakfast with Santa, sharing the joy of fellowship and a festive visit with Santa Claus.
More information1999–2024 · Silver anniversary
Celebrating 25 years
of Council 12572.
Anniversary · November 1, 2024
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1999–2024 - Established
- November 1, 1999
- Our council
- St. Ann’s Basilica
Council 12572 - Our community
- Scranton, Pennsylvania
A quarter century
of shared purpose.
November 1, 2024 marked 25 years since the founding of St. Ann’s Basilica Council 12572. The anniversary offered an opportunity to celebrate the friendships, faith, and spirit of service that have shaped the council since 1999.
The celebration included remarks, a presentation, and a commemorative anniversary cake. These photographs preserve a meaningful milestone in the life of our council and the fellowship shared by those gathered.
As we look back with gratitude, the council’s motto continues to express our shared purpose: “In service to one, in service to all.”
From the celebration
Anniversary photographs.
