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THANK YOU to all of the Councils, Assemblies, and Brothers who made donations to "Pass the Hat" to support Heart of Christ Clinic at the 125th State Council Convention!! Through your support OVER $50,000 was raised, which an additional $12,500 will be matched by Supreme! May God Bless you and your families! #KnightsofColumbus#ProLife#DignityofLife#FaithInAction#MIKofC#KofC
Michigan RTL President Amber Rosebloom, Worthy State Deputy Barry Borsenik, and State Life Director Ed Strach.
State Life Director, Ed Strach, sat down with Michigan Right to Life President, Amber Rosebloom and Worthy State Deputy, Barry Borsenick to discuss how the Michigan State Council can help continue the cause of supporting Life.
His Excellency, Archbishiop Edward Weisenburger, shared his impressions on his very first Michigan State Council Convention and why every Brother Knight in the jurisdiction should consider attending.
Council 7341 recently hosted a Major Degree Exemplfication and install five new Members which brings the Council within the extremely prestigious Supreme Double Star Award. With 1 month left in the Fraternal year, they plan to achieve that goal!
Erasmo Salinas of St Sebastian in Byron Center took part in our exemp. and became a member of Council 14642.
Mem Dir Phil France, DGK Bill Donohue, FN Antonio Rodriquez and PGK Jeff Hernandez. Also present were GK Roger Campbell, FS Pete Murray, Leo Wisniewski Dan Bochantin and State Membership Director Doug Kokot.
Brothers left to right AnthonyPacino, Paul Haring, Kenneth Vaness,
Sean Scott, & Brice Clinton are shown receiving a Rosary during the
This week's beautiful Sunday readings teach us about (a) the importance of the Church's teaching authority, (b) what our heavenly home (the New Jerusalem) will be like, and (c) the gift of the Holy Spirit indwelling in each one of us, giving us guidance and peace. We'll explore each of these themes in today's Dad Talk:
On behalf of our Order, I extend profound gratitude to all councils that participated in this years’ Service Program Awards, Family of the Year recognition, and the prestigious Fr. Michael McGivney Award programs. Your dedicated service exemplifies the core principles of our founder, Blessed Michael McGivney.
At the 2025 State Convention Awards Program, we recognized the winners for State Program Award in each of the Faith in Action categories. Congratulations to:
FAITH Father Peter Robertson Council 7582 – Freeland, MI. Grand Knight: Brian Haremski Eucharistic Procession
FAMILY Father William F. Welch Council 11756 – Port Huron, MI. Grand Knight: Mark Rummel Feeding the Hungry in St. Clair County.
COMMUNITY Au Lac Council 10724 – Ira Township, MI Grand Knight: Patrick A. Bohr Veterans Memorial Project
LIFE St. Mary of the Hills Council 13950 – Rochester Hills, MI Grand Knight: Thomas Schenk Special Olympics Initiative
Each participating council has demonstrated exceptional commitment to our four pillars: Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism. Through your service programs, you've touched countless lives in our communities, supported families in need, and strengthened the Catholic faith.
The impact of your service programs—whether in Faith, Family, Community, or Life initiatives—extends far beyond the immediate benefits. You're creating lasting positive changes that honors our Order's mission.
Special recognition goes to the councils that submitted a chaplain for the State Blessed Michael McGivney Award. There were many submissions, and all were great candidates for the award, and it was very tough to choose just one winner. At the 2025 State Convention Awards Program, we recognized Fr. Christopher Jarvis from Council 9979. Fr. Jarvis’ faith and devotion to the Eucharist is a true testament to the Catholic Church.
To our Family of the Year nominees: you embody the sacred bonds of family life that our Order holds dear. Your examples inspire us all to strengthen our own family relationships and support families throughout our communities. At the 2025 State Convention Awards Program, we recognized the Mandziuk Family for the Family of the Year award.
All the entry books for Service Program of the Year, Family of the Year, and State Blessed Michael McGivney awards will be posted on the state website later this month.
Thank you for your tireless dedication to the principles of the Knights of Columbus. Your exemplary service makes our Order stronger and our communities better.
As we continue to build our faith and service, let’s not forget to extend an invitation to those brothers who are not yet a member of this great organization. Together we can grow and do great things!
As we observe Memorial Day, let us take a moment to honor and remember the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Their courage and dedication have paved the way for the freedoms we enjoy today.
May this Memorial Day be a time of reflection, gratitude, and unity. Wishing you and your families a blessed and peaceful holiday.
Today, we kicked off our State Convention with a powerful Eucharistic Procession from St. Anne’s Catholic Church to the Grand Hotel, centering our hearts on the Blessed Sacrament. This beautiful witness to Christ’s Real Presence sets the tone for a convention filled with faith, fellowship, and service. There were over 125 faithful Lay People, approximately 30 priests, bishops, and clergy, and our 4th Degree Color Corps. in the procession
On May 18th, Council 10501 and Knights on Bikes Archdiocese of Detroit worked together on the 5th Annual Blessing of the Bikes and Classic Cars at Holy Family Parish in Memphis, MI. They were even joined by our Canadian Knights on Bikes friends!
All proceeds went to support Spero Pregnancy Center in Port Huron. The weather cooperated so Deacon could bless all the cars & drivers and bikes & riders.
