About Council #9053
Knights of Columbus: A Legacy of Charity, Unity, and Fraternity Since 1882
Thanks to the efforts of venerable Father Michael J. McGivney, assistant pastor of St. Mary’s Church in New Haven and some of his parishioners, the Connecticut state legislature on March 29, 1882, officially chartered the Knights of Columbus as a fraternal benefit society. The Order is still true to its founding principles of charity, unity and fraternity.
From his own experience, McGivney recognized the devastating effect on immigrant families of the premature death of the father and wage earner. Many Catholics were still struggling to assimilate into the American economy so he, with a small group of parishioners, as a mutual aid society, began to provide financial assistance in the event of the men’s deaths to their widows and orphans. The organization developed as a fraternal society. McGivney was also known for his tireless work among his parishioners.
The Knights of Columbus was among the first groups to recruit blood donors, with formal efforts dating to 1937 during the Great Depression.
Officers and Directors

SK John Sharkey
Grand Knight
2025-2026
| OCEAN CITY COUNCIL #9053 | 2026-2027 OFFICERS |
|---|---|
| Chaplain, Father and SK Lance Martin | 410-289-0652 |
| Grand Knight, SK John Sharkey | 610-329-5651 |
| Deputy Grand Knight, SK Chris Bean | 301-440-0865 |
| Chancellor, Frank Gatley | 410-629-9860 |
| Warden, SK John Liddi | 301-807-5096 |
| Recorder, SK Dave Herlihy | 410-292-7845 |
| Financial Secretary, SK Dale Shepard | 952-807-3239 |
| Treasurer, SK Thomas Foglesong | 240-353-0681 |
| Lecturer, David Dancer | 240-506-7857 |
| Advocate, SK Bill Van Horn | 301-461-3660 |
| Inside Guard, SK Richard Thomas | 610-304-9773 |
| Outside Guard, SK Richard Fox | 443-966-2200 |
| TRUSTEES | |
| 3 Yr. Jim Stone, PGK / PFN | 302-436-2623 |
| 2 Yr. SK Ken Hidenfelter, PGK | 410-703-2623 |
| 1 Yr. SK Joe Kostelac, PGK / PFN | 410-726-2126 |
| CONVENTION DELEGATES | |
| SK John Sharkey, GK | 610-329-5651 |
| SK Kenneth Hidenfelter, PGK | 410-703-2623 |
| Alt. Delegate, SK Wayne Straight, PGK, PFN | 302-988-1863 |
| Alt. Delegate, SK Tom Herwig, PGK,PFN | 410-960-9019 |
| Exemplification Team Captain | |
| SK Chris Bean,DGK | 301-440-0865 |
| CHAIRMEN/DIRECTORS/MANAGERS | |
|---|---|
| Bar Manager, SK Richard Thomas | 610-304-9773 |
| Bingo, SK Thomas Anderson | 410-641-5752 |
| Charity Committee Chairman, SK Joe Kostelac | 410-250-5665 |
| Faith Director, SK Steve Mastbrook | 302-604-2694 |
| Community Director, SK Thomas Herwig | 410-960-9019 |
| Computer Specialist, John Rubino | 301-938-9239 |
| Family Director, SK John Sharkey | 610-329-5651 |
| Hall Rental Manager, SK Richard Thomas | 610-304-9773 |
| Kitchen Manager, SK Kevin Hughes | 410-726-8946 |
| Knight Times Editor, SK Thomas Foglesong | 240-353-0681 |
| Membership Director, Jack Kelly | 410-258-5663 |
| Life Director, SK Kevin Hughes | 410-726-8956 |
| Program Director, SK Chris Bean | 301-440-0865 |
| Public Relations, SK Thomas Foglesong | 240-353-0681 |
| Retention Director, Burke Pieper | 410-804-3444 |
| Sick and Distressed, Chuck Lutz | 410-208-3065 |
| Ways & Means Chair, SK Thomas Foglesong | 240-353-0681 |
| Youth Director, SK Eddie Mardaga | 443-220-5286 |
| Youth Director, SK John Sharkey | 610-329-5651 |
Welcome from the Grand Knight...
Weekly Update from the Grand Knight
07 September 2026

GRAND KNIGHT WEEKLY REPORT
Worthy Brothers, Ladies and friends, good Sunday evening wishes to each of you.
Let us continue to Pray for all on our Prayer List, and those Brothers, Ladies Auxiliary members and any family member who need our Prayers. Also pray for any Deceased Brothers, and Ladies Auxiliary members and their Families. Included in this list would be Lady Nancy Briggs who passed away last week… please pray for the repose of her soul and surviving family members dealing with their loss.
Also please continue to Pray for the people in this country who need to come back to GOD, and who need our help.
Events from the Past Week
**Seafood Night Number 9 Tuesday September 1st : Kevin, John, Chuck, Kellan, and the Kitchen crew did another excellent job. We had another huge crowd, around 142 served. Revenue was $ 3,402.76 Cost of goods $1,508.68, profit was $1,542.01 We sold 13 dozen crabs this week, and 93 Dozen for the 9 Seafood Nights. The bottom line is Revenue, which was $27,151.29. We were up 20% from 2025($21,727.00). Profits were $ 14,291.27. Thanks Rich Thomas and Seafood Team 1, Tom Herwig and Seafood Team 2, and to Lou Guido and Seafood Team 3. Thanks to Kim Bean and her sidekick Chris, But above all, Thank You Kevin, John, Chuck, and Kellan. You Guys did an Unbelievable Job for 9 straight weeks. Great Season and Great job everyone. There will be a wrap up meeting on Thursday September 17th after the Rosary. If you have any input or ideas and would like to attend the meeting, feel free to attend.
** Monthly Business: Wednesday September 2nd we held our Monthly Meeting. Firstly, Thanks to all who attended. We had about 50 attendees. We covered numerous topics, Beer Truck sign ups at Sunfest, Boxes of Joy for the upcoming holidays, Sweepstakes Tickets, Next year’s Convention, which is back in Ocean City as well as other items. Andrew Gordon, our new Field Agent was in attendance. Speaking of Sweepstakes Tickets, I still have some, alot. Please contact me by email or call me 610-329-5651
** Bingo Friday September 4th: Small crowd for Labor Day of 71 people, with revenue of $1,450.00. Thanks to Team 1
** This coming Week’s Events
** Charity Committee Meeting: Tuesday September 8th at 1130am at Columbus Hall. All are welcome.
** Columbus Club Meeting: Wednesday September 9th Columbus Club Meeting with Officer Elections 10 am at Columbus Hall. All are welcome. By the way, our Columbus Club is looking for new members AND a treasurer. If you can count to 10, and carry the 1… give Rich and or Rich a call.
** Rosary: Thursday September 10th from 10am to 11am. Come and Pray the Rosary and Honor our Glorious Blessed Mother and her Son Jesus.
** Assembly Meeting: Monthly Business Meeting Thursday September 10th. Business Meeting at 630pm.
** SEAS the Day Parade: Friday September 11th 4pm. Parade starts in Bethany Beach and concludes at Bayside. We will meet at the Fenwick Island Baptist Church on RTE 54 across from Fenwick Ice and next to Floaters. Remember to be there by 4PM!!! Don’t be late… it happens fast.
** Bingo: Friday September 11th. Doors open at 430pm. It’s a great way to spend a Friday night. Team 2 is on Duty. Tom Anderson can always use help.
** Tootsie Roll Drive and Membership Drive: Saturday September 12th and Sunday September 13th at St Mary/ Holy Savior Churches. We will Have Tootsie Roll Drive at all churches, 7am St. Mary, Holy Savior 515pm on Saturday, and 10am Sunday. I believe we have enough Volunteers for Tootsie Rolls. Contact Jack Kelly 410-258-5663 if you want to help out. See you all out there.
Things Beyond this Week:
** St Luke Parish Picnic: Not a Knights function, but on September 22nd at St Andrew Hall from 5pm to 8pm The St. Luke Parish Picnic. There will be . Fun, Food, and games. Good Will Donation.
Remember that we should be Kind and Loving to Everyone, Everyday. Peace be with you!
Have a Great Week!
God Bless You All
United in Service
Vivat Jesus
GK John
Events for September 2026
Communications
The council meeting minutes are not available for viewing on our website at this time.
The Knight Times is not available for viewing on our website at this time.
◊ Doors open at 4:30 p.m.
● If 3 or more players would like to sit to gather come early
◊ Bingo starts at 6:30 p.m.
●Cost to Play $25.00, one card for every game
●Additional games are $1.00 per card 6 cards for $5.00
●There are 26 games
●The $1000 Jackpot is the last game
◊ There are pull-tab games from 4:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. at $1 per card
◊ There are 50/50 games from 4:30 p.m. through half-time
◊Prizes are based on:
●Numbers of Players
●Some on sales, some on ball count
●Average prizes each night are over $2000
◊ Food offered/available before and at half-time
◊Bingo night ends about 9:30 p.m.
Upcoming Events
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Next Council Meeting
Wednesday October 7, 2026 - 6:30 p.m.
The next council meeting will take place at the Knights of Columbus, Ocean City Hall:
9901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842
Members are encouraged to attend and participate. The agenda and related documents will be available for review via email and the meeting minutes will be available on our website.
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Location
9901 Coastal Hwy
Ocean City, MD, 21842
Phone
(410) 524-7994
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