Michigan's 94th Ultrasound Dedication
- Fri, Jul 5, 2024 7:27 AM
On Monday July 1, 2024, the 94th Ultrasound machine in Michigan was dedicated and blessed in Grand Rapids.
2024/2025 FRATERNAL YEAR BEGINS
- Mon, Jul 1, 2024 6:51 AM
THE 2024/2025 FRATERNAL YEAR BEGINS TODAY!
We are excited to introduce our new State Deputy, Barry Borsenik and First Lady Mandy as they begin their new roles and responsibilities.
May God bless all that you do for the Order and our Brother Knights and Ladies throughout Michigan!
Welcome State Chaplain Father Andrew LaFambroise
- Mon, Jul 1, 2024 6:49 AM
It is with great pleasure that we introduce our new State Chaplain, Father Andrew S. LaFramboise!
Father LaFramboise is a dedicated priest within the Diocese of Saginaw, MI, currently serving as the pastor of St. Elizabeth Parish in Reese and St. Francis Xavier Cabrini Parish in Vassar. In addition to his pastoral duties, Father Andrew also fulfills the role of Vocation Director for the Diocese of Saginaw.
Father LaFramboise's journey to priesthood began at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit, where he received his MDIV and STB before being ordained in 2014. Father Andrew's commitment to furthering his theological education led him to obtain a Licentiate in Sacred Theology of Marriage and Family (STL) in 2019 from the prestigious Pontifical John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and Family at the Catholic University of America.
Father LaFramboise's leadership and spiritual guidance will greatly benefit our Order and the Knights and Ladies throughout Michigan!
2023/2024 Fraternal Year comes to a close
- Sun, Jun 30, 2024 7:47 AM
As we come to the end of the 2023/2024 Fraternal Year, we would like to take this opportunity to express our sincere appreciation for the outstanding leadership and service over the last two years by State Deputy Christopher A. Kolomjec, First Lady Julie, and State Chaplain Father Aidan Logan.
Thank you for putting Faith & Family First!
State Faith Director recaps Lansing Rosary
- Mon, Jun 24, 2024 6:54 AM
Brothers and Sisters,
June 15th some of us went to Lansing for the Living Rosary. We prayed the Rosary to end abortion and to stop assisted suicide. If you do not know, the Rosary is one of the strongest prayers we have to combat evil.
Huge thank you to the 4th Degree for coming out in force, Knights on Bikes, and our State Board for leading the Rosary. Special thank you to Father Paul for the prayer before the Rosary that helped people understand why we must fight this battle.
There was room for many more Catholics to join us in this Rosary. Next year I pray that nothing else is scheduled during this time. The only way to defeat these evils is to come together united in our Faith and Pray.
May our Lord Bless you and keep you safe.
PAX
Bob Bagley
State Faith Director
Michigan Knights of Columbus Tiger Day 2024
- Sun, Jun 23, 2024 6:52 PM
Take me out to the ballpark...on Saturday August 17th!
Click here for the order form for tickets.
Circle of Honor presentation in Hilton Head
- Mon, Jun 17, 2024 8:55 PM
The Knights of Columbus Circle of Honor Award is a prestigious recognition that celebrates the outstanding performance of jurisdictions within the Order during the Fraternal Year.
State Deputy Christopher Kolomjec and Former State Membership Director James Escott are currently in attendance at the Circle of Honor presentation in Hilton Head, SC to accept the Circle of Honor Award for the 2022/2023 Fraternal Year.
Although we still have a few days remaining in this fraternal year, it is a proud moment for all of us that Michigan has already achieved the Circle of Honor for the third consecutive year, a remarkable accomplishment!
This achievement is a testament to the dedication and hard work of every Knight in Michigan. It is a reflection of our commitment to serving God, our Holy Catholic Church, and those in need in our communities. As we look ahead to the upcoming fraternal year, let us continue our mission with renewed vigor and passion.
Pictured L-R: State Deputy Christopher A. Kolomjec, Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly, and Former State Membership Director James Escott.
14th Annual Living Rosary in Lansing
- Sun, Jun 16, 2024 10:39 AM
The 14th Annual Living Rosary took place on June 15th at the Michigan Capitol grounds in Lansing. This event remains dedicated to its primary purpose as a prayer service to Mary, while also serving as an opportunity for the Knights of Columbus to demonstrate their solidarity with the Catholic Church.
Initially sponsored by St. Mary’s Cathedral Council 11692, the Living Rosary has evolved into a statewide gathering, receiving support from various churches, councils, assemblies, and the faithful. This event has become a significant occasion for the Catholic community in Michigan to come together in prayer and unity!
2024-2025 State Directory Form
- Sun, Jun 16, 2024 8:46 AM
As we are about to close out this fraternal year, we ask for all councils that have not submitted their council directory forms for 2024-2025 to please do so as soon as possible. The State Office uses the contact information to update the mailing list and the council directory on the State Website.
State Executive Secretary Larry Grabowski emailed the forms to the Grand Knight and Financial Secretary of each council as well as “snail mailing” a letter to the council. The form is available by clicking here. It is a fillable PDF that can be saved to your computer, filled out, and attached to an email sent to StateOffice@mikofc.org. If you need any assistance, your District Deputy is always available to help you.
Please make every effort to ensure that this form is completed as soon as possible, even if there are no changes for the new fraternal year. It is very important that your form be submitted before the summer meeting at Tree Tops, which is taking place on first week in July.
Fraternally,
Tom Marcetti, Sr. PSD
Senior Advisor
Clinton Township Special Needs Ballpark named after Blessed Michael McGivney
- Sat, Jun 15, 2024 4:03 PM
On June 15th, the Michigan Knights of Columbus, as part of the Special Olympics Initiative, proudly hosted the blessing and naming ceremony of the Clinton Valley Little League Challenger Division Senior League Baseball Field in honor of the esteemed founder of the Knights of Columbus, Blessed Michael J. McGivney.
Through the dedicated efforts of forty-two Knights of Columbus councils across Metro Detroit, a remarkable sum of over $62,000.00 was raised during our annual MI Drives to support the development of this field. Since 2006, a total of over $227,000.00 has been generously donated to the league through previous MI Drives. It has been stated that, "No one is more deserving of the honor of naming this field than the Knights of Columbus."
This newly inaugurated, all-inclusive field for these deserving young athletes will now and forever be known as the Blessed Father Michael J. McGivney Field!
In addition to our Worthy State Secretary-elect, Charles McCuen and Lady Pamela, the esteemed guest speaker at the event was Robbie Waclawski, the Director of Civic Partnership and State Sponsorship for Special Olympics of Michigan. Director Waclawski also holds the distinguished title of Director of Special Olympics for the Michigan Knights of Columbus State Council.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all who attended and participated in this event, as well as to those who generously contributed to make this momentous occasion possible...
...and a VERY special thank you goes out to the athletes whose joy and sportsmanship will forever be associated with the name of Blessed Father Michael J. McGivney!
VIVAT JESUS!