Father John J. McCarthy Council 12472 is committed to putting our faith into action through meaningful service to our parish and the greater Charleston community. Throughout the year, our Knights and their families proudly serve through hands-on projects, charitable fundraising, and community-building events that reflect the core principles of the Knights of Columbus: Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism.
Serving Our Community

• Volunteered at the Turkey Day Run, helping raise funds that support our council’s charitable outreach
• Assembled and delivered Thanksgiving meal boxes to families and shut-ins, providing turkeys, sides, and desserts during the holiday season
• Participated in Adopt-A-Highway cleanups to help care for our local environment
• Hosted and supported a community Blood Drive, providing a critical resource that saves lives locally

Supporting Parish & School

• Assisted Blessed Sacrament Catholic School with campus improvement projects through hands-on service work
• Provided a prepared meal in support of the Matthew 25 Project

Building Fellowship & Youth Engagement

• Organized and supported the Blessed Sacrament Parish Youth Chess Tournament, promoting critical thinking, sportsmanship, and positive youth development
• Hosted our annual Knights of Columbus Charity Golf Tournament, raising funds that directly support parish ministries and local charitable organizations

Through these efforts—and many others—our council continues to strengthen our parish, support our neighbors, and visibly live our Catholic faith in service to others.