The History of the Knights of Columbus
For nearly 125 years, the Knights of Columbus in Lynchburg has stayed on mission to bring Catholic men together in brotherhood and help our Catholic Parishes and Communities.
For decades, Knights of Columbus Council 595 has been an integral part of the Lynchburg community, uniting Catholic men in brotherhood and charity. Located in Forest, VA, this council has been dedicated to serving local parishes such as Holy Cross, St. Thomas More, Holy Name of Mary, and Resurrection Catholic Church. Their efforts reflect the Knights of Columbus principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism, and continue to make a profound impact supporting families, veterans, and those in need. Knights of Columbus Lynchburg VA has become a cornerstone of faith and service for over 125 years.
Since 1901, the Knights of Columbus in Lynchburg, Council 595, has faithfully carried forward this mission. For over 125 years, the council has remained dedicated to bringing Catholic men together in brotherhood while serving our parishes and local community.
Grounded in the same founding principles, Council 595 actively supports local Catholic parishes, including Holy Cross, St. Thomas More, Holy Name of Mary, and Resurrection Catholic Church, through spiritual outreach, parish events, and direct service. The council also partners with numerous charitable and pro-life organizations, providing vital assistance to those in need. Grounded in the same founding principles, Council 595 actively supports local Catholic parishes, including Holy Cross, St. Thomas More, Holy Name of Mary, and Resurrection Catholic Church, through spiritual outreach, parish events, and direct service. The council also partners with numerous charitable and pro-life organizations, providing vital assistance to those in need.
From feeding the hungry and supporting veterans, to assisting seminarians and families facing hardship, Council 595 continues to live out its mission: to serve Christ by serving others.
Through its unwavering commitment to faith and service, Council 595 remains a strong and faithful presence, making a lasting difference in the lives of individuals, families, and the broader community it is honored to serve.
From this humble beginning, the Knights of Columbus was formed and built upon the principles of Charity and Unity, with Fraternity and Patriotism added in the years that followed. The Order was officially incorporated on March 29, 1882, a date now celebrated as Founder’s Day. What began as a small parish initiative has grown into one of the largest Catholic fraternal organizations in the world.
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Our Initiatives & Fundraising
KOVAR
KOVAR is a Virginia Knights of Columbus 501(c) (3) tax exempt charity established in 1971 to empower nonprofit organizations with financial support to improve access to affordable housing, job training, sports participation, and personal care for Virginians with Intellectual Disabilities.
KOVAR’s Values:
Our Catholic faith provides the foundations for our actions. We strive to put Respect for Life and support to the intellectually disabled in Virginia into tangible works. We endeavor to implement the Knights of Columbus core values of integrity, professionalism, excellence, and compassion into all our efforts. We aim to become a trusted and collaborative partner with all stakeholders invested in improving the quality of life for Virginians with Intellectual Disabilities. We respect all regardless of creed, intellectual abilities, race, or ethnic origin.
Pro-Life
Building a Culture of Life
Knights around the world stand for the dignity of all human life, from conception to natural death.
Defending the Most Vulnerable
Knights protect. Whether standing up for the voiceless at a March for Life, supporting those with special needs or giving mothers and babies practical assistance after birth, we affirm human dignity and lend our volunteer hours, donations and other resources to building a culture of life.
More than 2,000 ultrasound machines donated. $17M+ in practical aid to mothers and babies after pregnancy.
Proud partner of the National March for Life in the U.S. and Canada
$5 million donated to Special Olympics in the past year.
Aid given to more than 2,000 pregnancy resource centers and maternity homes.
Upcoming Events
Multiple DatesThu, Jul 30201 Sweeney CirBingo and Electronic Gaming every Thursday 6:45pm. Doors open 5pm Rentals every day except Wednesdays and Thursdays Bingo Electronic Gaming Gambling Snack Bar Forest- Sat, Aug 01201 Sweeney CirJoin us on Saturday, August 1st, for a fun-filled day of Bingo, Electronic Gaming, great food, and exciting prizes! 🕥 Doors Open: 12:00PM 🎯 First Ball Drops: 2:00PM 🕔 Games Continue Until: 6:00 PM Enjoy our Snack Bar while you play, and bring your family and friends for an afternoon of fun.
Multiple DatesWed, Aug 05201 Sweeney CirThe future of our Council starts with a conversation. Join us as we plan upcoming charitable projects, parish events, membership growth, and activities that continue our 125-year legacy of faith, service, and brotherhood.
Multiple DatesWed, Aug 19201 Sweeney CirThe future of our Council starts with a conversation. Join us as we conduct our Business meeting caring out charitable projects, parish events, membership growth, and activities that continue our 125-year legacy of faith, service, and brotherhood. Your ideas, talents, and voice matter.- Multiple DatesWed, Sep 02201 Sweeney CirThe future of our Council starts with a conversation. Join us as we plan upcoming charitable projects, parish events, membership growth, and activities that continue our 125-year legacy of faith, service, and brotherhood.
- Sat, Sep 05201 Sweeney CirJoin us on Saturday, August 1st, for a fun-filled day of Bingo, Electronic Gaming, great food, and exciting prizes! 🕥 Doors Open: 12:00pm 🎯 First Ball Drops: 2:00pm 🕔 Games Continue Until: 6:00pm Enjoy our Snack Bar while you play, and bring your family and friends for an afternoon of fun.
- Multiple DatesWed, Sep 16201 Sweeney CirThe future of our Council starts with a conversation. Join us as we conduct our Business meeting caring out charitable projects, parish events, membership growth, and activities that continue our 125-year legacy of faith, service, and brotherhood. Your ideas, talents, and voice matter.
Sat, Sep 26St Thomas More Catholic ChurchFor 125 years, the Knights of Columbus in Lynchburg has stayed on mission to bring Catholic men together in brotherhood and help our Catholic Parishes and Communities.- Multiple DatesWed, Oct 07201 Sweeney CirThe future of our Council starts with a conversation. Join us as we plan upcoming charitable projects, parish events, membership growth, and activities that continue our 125-year legacy of faith, service, and brotherhood.
- Multiple DatesWed, Oct 21201 Sweeney CirThe future of our Council starts with a conversation. Join us as we conduct our Business meeting caring out charitable projects, parish events, membership growth, and activities that continue our 125-year legacy of faith, service, and brotherhood. Your ideas, talents, and voice matter.
- Multiple DatesWed, Nov 04201 Sweeney CirThe future of our Council starts with a conversation. Join us as we plan upcoming charitable projects, parish events, membership growth, and activities that continue our 125-year legacy of faith, service, and brotherhood.
- Multiple DatesWed, Nov 18201 Sweeney CirThe future of our Council starts with a conversation. Join us as we conduct our Business meeting caring out charitable projects, parish events, membership growth, and activities that continue our 125-year legacy of faith, service, and brotherhood. Your ideas, talents, and voice matter.
- Multiple DatesWed, Dec 02201 Sweeney CirThe future of our Council starts with a conversation. Join us as we plan upcoming charitable projects, parish events, membership growth, and activities that continue our 125-year legacy of faith, service, and brotherhood.
- Multiple DatesWed, Dec 16201 Sweeney CirThe future of our Council starts with a conversation. Join us as we conduct our Business meeting caring out charitable projects, parish events, membership growth, and activities that continue our 125-year legacy of faith, service, and brotherhood. Your ideas, talents, and voice matter.