N.J. Knights of Columbus share mission via amateur radio

The N.J. amateur radio Knights from all five dioceses in New Jersey recently operated amateur radio stations statewide under a special amateur radio call sign, K0C (K-zero-C) with the dual intent of sharing the Knights of Columbus’ many accomplishments and encouraging Catholic men that it’s a great time to join the Knights.

The project, known in amateur radio lingo as a “Special Event Station (SES),” ran May 4 through May 18, and was very successful. K0Cmade 1,461 contacts into 195 countries and six continents over the 15days of the Special Event Station. Hundreds of Knights’ success stories reflecting accomplishments, donations of time and money were broadcast via amateur radio during those 15 days. In addition, a demonstration station during the 128th New Jersey State Convention in Wildwood was in operation.

The Knights may also be operating a SES in support of the Supreme Convention in Quebec from August 4-8; Commemoration of the birth, death and feast day of Blessed Michael J. McGivney; Columbus Day weekend October 12-14 as well as October 31st to November 2nd, the Anniversary of Beatification of Blessed McGivney by Pope Francis in 2020.

Our goal again will be to promote goodwill and fellowship on the amateur radio bands. We make contacts with amateurs from all over the United States as well as the world. We exchange our names, location and information about the Knights of Columbus.

Any amateur radio operator within the Diocese who might be interested in learning more about the N.J. Amateur Radio Knights of Columbus may contact Jim Brogan, W2UM, at [email protected]

Jim Brogan, who is a member of Blessed Sacrament Parish, Martinsville, has been a member of the Knights of Columbus in “Our Lady of the Hills Council” #5959 Martinsville for 30 years