Fr. Pete Schafer

The chaplain is the spiritual leader of the council. He nurtures the faith in council members particularly through the sacraments but also through spiritual direction, retreats and other events and support. The grand knight should meet regularly with the council chaplain to see how the council can best support the Catholic community on campus.

A priest chosen annually by the grand knight, deputy grand knight and trustees Serves as spiritual advisor to the brother Knights and families of that council. Provides his message to members at the beginning of the meeting.

The chaplain should attend meetings of the council whenever his schedule allows, as his guidance is a great benefit.