About Our St. Matthew Council

The Pope John Paul II Council 13812 was founded in May 2005 through the efforts of Father John Parish, Brother Don Williams, its first Grand Knight, and 38 other charter members.  Along with our parish, we have grown substantially since those early day with currently over 80 members. 

The Pope John Paul II Council works closely with the St. Matthew Pastor and Parish Council in Durham, NC providing both manpower and funds for various local charitable and parish projects.  All members are Catholic men over the age of 18 and active participants in their north Durham parish.