Monessen Knights of Columbus makes donation
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January 27, 2026

Monessen Knights of Columbus makes donation

The Monessen Knights of Columbus Council 954 recently hosted an information session regarding Catholic community religious education in the area. Guest speaker was Adelle Slebodnik, regional director of faith formation, who discussed strides being made to bring religious education to the area’s youth. Following her presentation, the Knights of Columbus presented her with a $3,300 donation to help provide educational materials to students. Shown, from left, are Monessen Knights of Columbus treasurer Mike Pawelec, financial secretary Mike Gigliotti, the Rev. Mike Thomas, parochial vicar of Epiphany of Our Lord, St. Sebastian and St. John the Baptist parishes, and Slebodnik. Submitted

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