Team

Uniting Kamloops in Faith and Service

Meet the dedicated brothers who serve our council with faith and commitment.

Brother Joel Loehr

Grand Knight

The Grand Knight (GK) is the chief executive officer of the Council and responsible for all aspects of Council operations. He presides over Council meetings and is an ex-officio member of all committees.

Reverend Derrick Cameron

Chaplain

The Chaplain provides spiritual guidance to the Council. The Chaplain appointment of the priest of deacon must be approved by the bishop of the local diocese.

Brother Dan Wilson

Deputy Grand Knight

The Deputy Grand Knight (DGK) acts on behalf of the GK in his absence and is usually appointed as the Program Director.

Brother David Cadena

Chancellor

The Chancellor is the third ranking Council officer. He oversees Council record retention and the inventory of Council equipment.

Brother Carlos Young

Recorder

The Recorder keeps the minutes of Council meetings, conducts correspondence as directed by the GK, and keeps historic documents of the Council. In the absence of the GK or DGK, he presides at Council meetings.

Brother John Giddens

Financial Secretary

The Financial Secretary (FS) is appointed to a three-year term directly by the Supreme Knight upon recommendation of the GK and Trustees. He maintains the Council tax and accounting records, issues and collects dues and other bills for the Council, issues membership cards, and submits all funds collected to the Treasurer for deposit and authorizes all disbursements made by the Treasurer. He is responsible for maintaining the supreme online membership roster and dues billing system on the supreme web site. He is also responsible for making sure the Council promptly files all tax forms as well as reports required by both the state and supreme councils.

Brother Rick Cameron

Treasurer

The Treasurer keeps all funds, maintains the Council checkbook and makes disbursements upon receipt of a payment orders from the Financial Secretary (FS).

Brother Mark Perren

Lecturer

The Lecturer is appointed by the GK and is responsible for providing hospitality and enriching or entertaining presentations at Council meetings.

Building Faith and Fellowship in Kamloops

Knights of Columbus 1614, rooted in Sacred Heart Cathedral, embraces charity, faith, and unity. Our mission is to serve local and global communities through compassionate outreach and steadfast Catholic values.

Dedicated Service That Strengthens Our Community

Celebrating our commitment to charity and faith through meaningful local and global initiatives.

Community Service Excellence Award

Outstanding Charity Leadership

Faith in Action Recognition

Brotherhood and Service Honor