Jul 19 2025
Congratulations to new Sir Knight David Flynn, who took the 4th Degree exemplification at St Andrew’s Church in Bridgeport on Saturday July 19th 2025. SK David is a member and Deputy Grand Knight of Our Lady of Fatima Council 12698 in Wilton, and was one of 25 Brothers that were exemplified.
Please join us in welcoming SK David Flynn to Assembly 100 and the 4th Degree!
From left to right, Paul Niche, Anthony Armentano, David Flynn, Scott Criscuolo, George Ribellino, Jared Gonthier
Jun 28 2025
On Saturday, June 28th 2025, the 7th Annual Patriot Dinner was held at St. Matthew’s Church at the conclusion of the 4pm Mass. The Assembly raised $3,000 for veterans organizations House of Heroes Connecticut. Music was provided by DKP band and food was provided by Brother Jetmir Daka, owner of Leonardo’s Pizza.
At the event, Faithful Navigator, George Ribellino handed out Assembly Appreciation Awards as his last act in office after leading the Assembly since 2016. The following recipients received awards:
In additon, FN George presented Father-Reginald Norman a ceremonial 4th Degree sword etched with his name to thank him for his 11 years of service as our Friar.
Incoming Faithful Navigator Scott Criscuolo presented George Ribellino with a plaque and gavel honoring his 9 years of service as Faithful Navigator. In turn, FN George did the ceremonial passing of the Faithful Navigator Sword to new FN Scott Criscuolo.
The Assembly also made a donation to American Legion Post 12 ❨Norwalk, CT❩ building capital fund.
Thanks to all the Sir Knights that helped with set up, serving, bartending and clean up/breakdown. A great night was had by all.
Lastly, a huge thanks to our sponsors:
Jan 13 2025
Please join us for our 15th Annual St. Patricks Day Fundraiser on Saturday, March 8th, 2025 after the 4pm Mass, or around 5pm at St. Matthew’s Church, 216 Scribner Ave, Norwalk
There will be a great Irish meal served, including an Antipasto, and it’s a Cash Bar.
Tickets for Adults cost $30, and $5 for kids 10 and under.
You can reserve your place by clicking here to pay online. Otherwise, please find the Reservation Form at the bottom of this page which you can print out and drop off at the Parish Office in an envelope marked “Knights St. Pat’s Dinner”. There will also be a Raffle with great prizes!
Menu
Succulent Corned Beef
Cabbage
Potatoes
Carrots
Irish Soda Bread
Pasta and Meatballs
Soda and Water
For Kids
Chicken Tenders
Macaroni and Cheese
“May the lilt of Irish Laughter lighten every load, and may the mist of Irish Magic shorten every road!”
The Reservation Form is below.
Jan 12 2025
NORWALK LABOR DAY 2024 – Usually, Labor Day weekend is a time for vacations or cook-out, but today more than 20 volunteers from Knights of Columbus Bishop Fenwick Assembly 100-4th Degree helped make a difference in a day for a Brother Knight and Marine Corps veteran, Jack Consiglio. Back in October 2021, Knights of Columbus Bishop Fenwick Assembly 100 (4th Degree) Faithful Navigator George Ribellino invited Carol May from House of Heroes to speak to the 4th Degree Knights at their monthly meeting. Ribellino saw a project that HOH was working on and felt this was something that Assembly 100 should be doing. The Assembly has been doing projects since that time. “Since the main principle of the 4th Degree in the Knights of Columbus is patriotism, what better way to show our patriotism is by assisting a local veteran in need,” said Ribellino.
Assembly 100 held its annual Patriot Dinner in April to raise funds to sponsor this project. “The members love this partnership with House of Heroes and will use the Patriot Dinner to raise funds to host a project every year” said Ribellino. House of Heroes’ privilege to honor U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Jack Consiglio. Jack was born in 1948 and raised in Manhattan. He attended Richmond Hill High School in Queens, and drafted to serve during the Vietnam War, joining the Marine Corps in 1968. Jack’s basic training took place at Parris Island, South Carolina. Though it was the height of the Vietnam War, Jack was never sent overseas, serving instead stateside at Camp Pendleton in California and Camp Lejeune in South Carolina as a mechanic. He was honorably discharged in 1970 and awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Rifle Marksman Badge and Good Conduct Medal. Of his service, Jack simply says he is proud to have served his country. A “Jack” of all trades, Jack worked for many years for the Metropolitan Transit Authority.
A proud member of the Knights of Columbus Council 14360 of St. Matthew Church in Norwalk, Jack also worked in the maintenance department of the church alongside his friend and fellow Knight, Tim Horne. Says Tim of his friend, “Jack knew how to do everything and if something needed to be fixed or built at the church, he did it. He would cut out a six-foot Santa Claus and make his own Christmas bells and hang them on the tree. He would cut up cars and build hot rods. “He is a loving person who would give his right arm to help someone.” Life is a bit challenging these days for Jack, who suffers from Parkinson’s disease and dementia. His family, including wife Frances and son Jack, Jr., is appreciative of the assistance provided by House of Heroes and the Knights.
“This is so special,” says Tim Horne. Volunteers worked on power washing the house, weeded and mulched garden beds, trimmed bushes, built brand new steps and stained the backyard deck. “It is a special privilege to collaborate with the Knights of Columbus to honor and serve these most deserving veterans, who have given so much to our nation and their communities,” said May.
“I want to thank my great crew of Brother Knights and families by doing God’s work and putting their faith in action by helping those in need,” Ribellino said. A special thanks to Brother Tim Horne for power washing the deck to prep for painting, Brother AJ Cossuto, owner of AJ’s Landscaping for donating the mulch and Leonardo’s Pizza for serving a wonderful lunch. House of Heroes Connecticut is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that recognizes, honors, and serves military and public safety veterans and/or their surviving spouses in need for their sacrificial service to America. Part of a national organization founded in Columbus, Georgia in 2000, the organization provides one-day, no-cost home improvements with a priority placed on safety and accessibility.
For more information, visit www.hohct.org.
Click here for News 12’s coverage of the Assembly honoring of veterans at the Norwalk Field of Flags at Veterans Park
Jan 10 2025
KofC Bishop Fenwick Assembly 100 was so honored to be a part of the Annual Flag placing at St John Cemetery on Saturday, May 18th. A big thanks to King Industries for sponsoring the event and inviting the Assembly to provide an Color Guard.
Hundreds of people met at St. Johns Cemetery Saturday to lay flags on grave sites and remember those who have helped protect our freedom. Volunteers placed flags on the graves of more than 5,000 military veterans across eight Norwalk cemeteries.
The annual event, hosted by King Industries, takes place right around Memorial Day. Organizers say the purpose is to remind people that the day is about more than sales or barbecues, it’s about those who have served, continue to serve and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
May 14 2022
It was a wonderful evening at the St Ann Club where our Assembly honored 8 Sir Knights that served but all veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedoms. The Sir Knights received a certificate and special gift from the Assembly.
We were honored to have 101year old WWII veteran Nick Samodel join us for the festivities. Also, Norwalk Mayor Harry Rilling congratulated our Sir Knights being honored and thanked all vets for their service.
Thanks to Air Force Vet and Chairman of the Norwalk Veterans Liaison Committee Jeff DeWitt for being our guest speaker. Faithful Navigator George Ribellino presented a special appreciation award to Sir Knight Al Latte for his many years of great service to Assembly 100. Also honored to have CT District Master Kevin Donovan attend the dinner.
A huge shoutout to our sponsors Riverside Cemetery, AJ’s Landscaping and Norwalk VFW Post 603. The food provided by our kitchen crew headed by Sir Knight Ken Prince did a phenomenal job with the great dinner they provided. Thanks to Vicki Perez for the beautiful and tasty military tank cake. Great work Monday by all the Sir Knights who assisted with being waiters, set up and clean up. Faithful Navigator George Ribellino would like to thank Al Latte, Scott Criscuolo and Giuseppe Pampena and Lee Pino for helping organize a beautiful tribute to our veterans.
Apr 23 2022
Honored to help our friends/veterans at Homes for the Brave.
A small crew from Assembly 100 4th Degree helped build a kitchenette and food pantry shelf for the new Homes for the Brave Annex in downtown Bridgeport. Thanks to the members of Assembly 100 for donating a carload of food to be the first to stock the new emergency food pantry. Lastly the Assembly donated $1,000 through a grant from Brother Ray Cooke. God Bless our veterans!
Apr 11 2022
Our 4th Degree Color Corps took part in the Palm Sunday Noon Mass and procession with Diocese of Bridgeport Bishop Frank Caggiano , to dedicate “Our Lady of the Visitation Chapel” at St. Matthew Church. The Chapel offers 24/7 access to Simple Exposition and is de- signed for people to visit the Lord 24/7.
Dec 24 2021
Food delivered to our veterans at Homes for the Brave in Bridgeport. Our Assembly and Knights of Columbus St. Matthew #14360 have been bringing meals for Thanksgiving and Christmas for many years. It is the least we can do to show our appreciation to our veterans. Thanks to Dave Kuban and Planet Pizza Norwalk for helping us make this happen.
Nov 11 2021
Assembly100 took part in the Norwalk Veterans Day Concert and Commemoration on November 11, 2021. SK Father Jeffrey Couture said the Invocation and Benediction. No one honors their veterans like the City of Norwalk and the Norwalk Veterans Liaison Committee. Thanks to our Veterans for their service.
