Knights Of Columbus Hosts Annual Parish Yard Sale

Patrons shopped 'til they dropped at the Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Knights of Columbus Council 8183 Annual Parish Yard Sale held on August 3 and 4. There, customers were enveloped by fantastic finds and great bargains. Knights, American Heritage Girls, and parish members contributed over 750 hours to ensure that the sale was a success.

Proceeds from the sale will help fund a variety of programs that the Knights provide to our community encompassing faith, family, and life. Books CD's and DVD's were collected and donated to the American Heritage Girls to be used in their fundraiser. Items left over after the sale were donated to House of Mercy in Manassas.

With more than a million members, the Knights of Columbus is the world’s largest Catholic lay organization. It provides members and their families with volunteer opportunities in service to the Catholic Church, the community, families, and young people. The Knights of Columbus at all levels of the organization has raised and distributed millions of dollars to charity and rendered millions of hours of volunteer service. Membership in the Knights of Columbus is open to men 18 years of age or older who are practicing Catholics in union with the Holy See. For information on joining the Knights of Columbus contact our local council at fs8183@vakofc.org.