Knights of Columbus Leaders Sworn In During Special Ceremony

By Robert Chartuk | Oct 11, 2023 | Local

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The leadership of the James V. Kavanaugh Knights of Columbus Council in Mastic was sworn in during a special ceremony under the direction of the Mastic organization’s new Grand Knight, Frank DeNatale. The council has been serving the community through grants, clothing and food drives, and other assistance for the last 62 years.

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Attending the ceremony was Suffolk Legislator James Mazzarella, who’s father, Joseph, was one of the founding members of the council. Joining him was Assemblyman Joseph DeStefano who, along with the legislator, presented the officers with official proclamations. The swearing in features Knights rituals almost a century and a half old rarely seen by the public.

“Our area is fortunate to have such a dedicated group of individuals who so freely give of their time and energy to help their neighbors,” DeStefano said.

Sworn in along with Grand Knight DeNatale were: Deputy Grand Knight Peter Cotroneo, Chancellor Christopher Hennessy, Warden Phillip Quinn, Treasurer Peter Costelloe, Recording Secretary Louis Cintron, Inside Guard Daniel Tariol, Outside Guard Mayco Orantes, Advocate Richard Palazzotto, Financial Secretary Shawn Sexton, and Trustees John Hurley, Kenneth Reynolds, and Kenneth Olivo.

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Anyone interested in becoming a Knight should call 631-281-4473. They are located at 176 Madison Street in Mastic, which is available for parties and other events. To raise funds, the Knights host bingo at the Farmingville Bingo Hall on Thursdays and Saturdays.

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