08/16/2026 – Back to School Cookout
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
Fr. Thomas Carmody Council 6498
Back-to-School Party Grill Team
Sunday, August 16, 2026
The Knights of Columbus are proud to assist with Epiphany’s Back-to-School Party, welcoming parishioners and school families as they prepare for a new school year filled with faith, learning, and fellowship.
Our council is responsible for the outdoor grilling operation, preparing hamburgers and hot dogs for the evening meal. Volunteers are also needed to transport the grill, gather the necessary cooking supplies, set up before serving begins, and help with cleanup after the event.
Volunteer Opportunities
- Transport grill and cooking equipment
- Set up the grilling area
- Grill hamburgers and hot dogs
- Assist with food service support
- Cleanup and return equipment after the event
Event Information
| Date: | Sunday, August 16, 2026 |
| Food Service: | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Kitchen Closes: | 7:00 PM |
| Location: | Behind Epiphany Catholic Church |
Please use the signup below to select the volunteer opportunity that best fits your schedule.
Thank you for helping our parish welcome students and families as we begin another wonderful school year together.
“In Service to One. In Service to All.”
Fr. Thomas Carmody Council 6498 • Epiphany Catholic Church • Normal, Illinois
8/18/2026 – Mass and Social
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
Fr. Thomas Carmody Council 6498
Mass & Social
Tuesday, August 18
Join Us After the 5:30 PM Mass
The Knights of Columbus invite everyone to the Epiphany Parish Hall for an evening of food, fellowship, and conversation immediately following the Tuesday evening Mass.
Everyone is Welcome!
There is no cost and
no RSVP required.
Simply join us after Mass for a relaxed evening of
food, fellowship, and getting to know fellow
parishioners.
We’d Love Your Help
Volunteers help make these evenings welcoming and enjoyable. If you’d like to lend a hand, we’d appreciate it!
Volunteer to Help
Come for Mass. Stay for Fellowship.
Hosted by the Knights of Columbus
Fr. Thomas Carmody Council 6498
Fr. Thomas Carmody Council 6498
Summer Blood Drive – 07/17/2026
Blood Drive at Epiphany
Friday, July 17
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Epiphany Parish Hall
Please consider giving the gift of life by donating blood. Appointments are encouraged and help the Red Cross plan for a successful drive.
06-12-2026 – Special Olympics Games Tailgate Picnic
On Friday, June 12th from 2:30 pm – 6:00 pm the Special Olympics is looking for the Knights to grill burgers, run the food from the grill to the serving area and serve 900 – 1,100 family members & friends on the grassy area on the south side of Hancock Stadium.
If you can help, please add your name to our KofC Signup.
If you are interested in helping in other ways this weekend- please go to the Special Olympics web site at https://www.soill.org for information on how you can volunteer.
Epiphany Fish Frys 3/06 and 3/13 – 5PM – 7 PM
Pancake Breakfasts – 11/16 and 12/14
***** Due to inclement weather, the breakfast is being postponed until January *****
No charge but donations are appreciated
2025 – Intellectual Disability Drive
This is one of the most recognizable activities that the Knights of Columbus do. The funds generated from this drive are used to support local programs which help people with special learning needs.
For those that may not see us out at the locations but would still like to make a donation, the Illinois State Council is providing a secure online donation option. Please feel free to share this page with your family and friends that may be interested in supporting our drive.
Coat Drive – 9/13 – 9/21
Epiphany’s Knights of Columbus seek new or gently used winter coats (also jackets, hooded sweatshirts, gloves) for those in need as the weather turns cold.
You have three ways you can help:
Bring coats to Mass on September 13-14 or September 20-21.
Send coats with your Epiphany School kids the week of September 15-September 19. Epiphany’s Knights of Columbus will collect and deliver the coats to the St. Vincent de Paul Society for distribution. We know from many stories that people truly cherish these sources of warmth and comfort!
Help us collect coats before\after Masses and\or help with the delivery to St. Vincent de Paul on Monday, 9/22.
Brisket and Brock – 09/16/2025
Epiphany Knights of Columbus and ISU football coach Brock Spack will again team up for “Brisket and Brock” on Tuesday, September 16th, with dinner promptly at 6:30! Mike Kiley’s and Matt Sander’s smoked brisket will be followed by the inside scoop on the football program from Epiphany’s own Brock Spack. You don’t have to be a member to attend. All are welcomed. Please complete our RSVP Form (event RSVP is now closed) by 9/12 if you are interested in joining us for the dinner. There is no charge but a free will offering is accepted.
Here is the Volunteer Signup for the Knights wanting to help with the event.