Serving our Parish and Community with Charity, Unity, and Fraternity.
Serving St. Jerome Parish
“Faith without works is dead.”
James 2:26
Council #5564 brings Catholic men at St. Jerome Parish together to grow in faith, build lasting brotherhood, and serve our parish and community through hands-on charity, family events, and support for those in need.
If you’re looking to deepen your faith, connect with like-minded men, and make a real difference right in your own community, there’s a place for you at the Knights of Columbus.
Current Officers 2026-27
Chaplain: Fr. Matt Fish
Grand Knight: Tomas Henriquez
Deputy Grand Knight: Eric Daniels
Chancellor: Anton Dengler
Warden: Chris Carroll
Recorder: Bernard Guay
Financial Secretary: Michael Contreras
Treasurer: Rich Pluta
Advocate: Daryl Hendricks
Lecturer: Ed Condon
Inside Guard: George W Vandenberghe
Outside Guard: Kevin Oriani
3-Year Trustee: John Wells
2-Year Trustee: Fabrice Mukoko
1-Year Trustee: Gautam Bastian
Program Officers 2026-27
Program Director: VACANT
Faith Director: John Martino
Community Director: VACANT
Life Director: Dr. Michael New
Communications: VACANT
Family Director: VACANT
Membership Director: Daryl Hendricks
Three Degrees of Knighthood
Charity
Supporting the parish’s missionary work, and championing pro-life ministry, offering direct, tangible care to those in need.
Unity
Fostering unity by rallying Catholic men together in faith and service, countering today’s culture of individualism.
Fraternity
Strengthening community bonds through Social Meetings, family events, and softball, connecting members beyond service and faith.
Business Meetings
2nd Mondays 8:30 PM, Gold Room
All Knights in good standing are expected to attend business meetings and participate.
Social Meetings
4th Mondays 8:30 PM Gold Room
Members, parishioners, family members, friends are all welcome for drinks, games and fellowship.
Rules Governing Our Council’s Operations
St. Jerome Council #5564 operates under the jurisdiction of both the Maryland State Council and the Supreme Council. We follow their rules and guidance while retaining some autonomy in local matters. The Supreme Council has ultimate authority over all councils.
Supreme Council
Charter
Our Charter, Constitution, and Laws establish the Order’s governance structure, detailing powers, duties, membership eligibility, and organizational procedures.
Maryland State Council
By-Laws
The State Council By-Laws govern the organization and operation within Maryland, in alignment with the Supreme Council’s Constitution and Laws.
St. Jerome Council # 5564
By-Laws
Our By-laws are local rules adopted by individual Knights of Columbus councils to govern their specific operations and activities in accordance with the Order’s Charter.
CONTACT US
Are you curious about what we do? Want to learn more about our organization and how it can benefit you? Whether you are a current member or considering joining us, we welcome your questions and are eager to provide answers.
