St. Jude Knights of Columbus Council No. 6440 was presented with the Life Award for Division 3 councils at the Pennsylvania State Council of the Knights of Columbus 125th annual state convention from May 5 to 7 in Harrisburg. The Life Award is part of the Faith in Action program of the Knights of Columbus.

The Life Award was presented to St. Jude Council Grand Knight Mark Rongone. The council earned the award for its support of the ASAP (Aid and Support After Pregnancy) program.

St. Jude Council No. 6440 supports the Shine Center in West Hazleton.