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July 21, 2022Jose’ “Pona” Magana became a Knights of Columbus 13 years ago. He became a Knight when a priest challenged him to serve his parish. He is a member of Rancho Cucamonga Council 13403 in Alta Loma, California. He also served as Vocations Chair for his council and in charge of the ushers at his parish.
Since then, he has recruited 88 members and helped establish two new councils. He has served as District Deputy of District #101 in California and as State Coordinator for Hispanic Development.
Pona was recognized as a top recruiter at the California State Convention in 2019 and has been recognized recently as top recruiter in the United States. He became a Supreme Hispanic Field Coordinator two and half years ago. Pona is married to Judy for 30 years and had their anniversary on July 19, 2022. They have two children: Wendy 29 years of age and Jr 26 years of age.
Pona wants to share four tips:
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Talk about the Knights man-to-man: He says his favorite recruitment tactics include giving pulpit announcements after Mass, as well as having personal face-to-face conversations.
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Proclaim a message of faith: He tells men that’s it’s important to imitate Jesus and to be the men that God wants them to be.
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Share stories of Knights and strong masculinity: The biggest obstacle is that faith-based groups are not seen as “macho.” He responds to this misconception by explaining how he’s now a stronger man --- a better husband, father, son, and brother --- since joining the Knights of Columbus.
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Work Hard, work with your heart: Hard work and charity can bring you far, if you remember that, as Pona says, “every Knights is a fisher of souls for the Kingdom of God.” He shares that we can achieve greatness with the blessings of God, the protection of our Mother Mary and the prayers of Father Michael McGivney.
Brother Pona will be available in the September/October timeframe to come to Arizona. He would like to visit councils on Friday, provide training on Saturday where necessary, and recruit on Sunday. Please welcome Jose’ “Pona” Magana to our great state of Arizona.
Jose’ “Pona” Magana
Hispanic Field Coordinator Knights of Columbus
Supreme Council
Cell: (203) 430 7863
Email: [email protected] -