By: Larry Herman - Sun, Sep 22, 2024 9:07 PM

COMMUNITY NEWS UPDATE

Fall is here and it is time to make sure that children around the State of Michigan have warm coats. Yes, the Coats for Kids program is well underway and the response from councils statewide has been nothing short of phenomenal! Councils have risen to Fr. McGivney’s call to care for widows and orphans. As of this writing, councils have submitted checks totaling over $107,000 for the program. Every diocese has contributed to this event. Distributions sites are being set up and the goal is to get all the coats on the backs of kids by the end of October. This is a marvelous example of Charity, the Order’s first and foremost principle. Congratulations to everyone who has participated in showing the world what the Knights are all about.

There is news about the Casey Bear Program. The Bears are back in stock and I am working on fulfilling the orders that I currently have. Please send check and order forms to the address on the order form.  The order form can be found by clicking here

Don’t forget these key dates for this Fraternal Year; everyone is invited:

*State Soccer Championship Finals

Saturday October 5, 2024

Registration: 12pm, Competition: 1pm

St John Vianney Church, 4101 Clyde Park Avenue SW, Wyoming, MI 49509

*State Essay Contest Forms Submission

Saturday, January 4, 2025

Email copy to Larry Herman at l.herman@mikofc.org

*State Spelling Bee Championship Finals

Saturday, March 1, 2025

Registration: 12pm, Competition 1pm

Fr. Van Rooy Council 2470, 1021 Woodside Avenue, Essexville, MI 48732

*State Free Throw Championship Finals

Sunday, March 16, 2025

Registration: 12pm, Competition: 1pm

Sacred Heart Parish Gym, 319 E. Illinois St, Mt Pleasant, MI 48858

Be Blessed and stay warm!

Larry Herman

State Community Director

By: Ken Warzybok - Sun, Sep 22, 2024 9:53 AM

 

Make this Fall your opportunity to be part of a larger, purpose-driven community! Join the Knights of Columbus today at kofc.org/joinus and become a vital force in our charitable mission!

 

By: Douglas Kokot - Sat, Sep 21, 2024 11:59 AM

Greetings Brothers,

This is Doug Kokot, your State Membership Director.  I have exciting news: Our Bishops are putting their support with us as we continue to grow our Michigan Jurisdiction by announcing the Bishops Invitation. Our Michigan Bishops have sent out a letter to all parish pastors announcing their support and encouragement to join the Knights of Columbus. The Bishops' Invitation letter is included below.

Worthy Grand Knights, collaborate with your parish office to determine the parish’s preference for the Bishops’ invitation weekend. During that weekend, your council should provide men at masses and parish events to answer questions and invite Men to join the Knights of Columbus on behalf of their Bishop. Your District Deputy will be following up with you to answer any questions and assist you as needed.

REMEMBER: It's not too late to invite men to join us on behalf of our Bishops!

Thank You for all you do,
Vivat Jesus

 “SOAR With Us”

      Douglas D. Kokot

State Membership Director

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Dear Brothers in Christ,

We Catholic men are called to a life of service. We are called to care for our families, serve our communities, and participate in the life of the Church. This call to service is answered on a regular basis by the men who are the Knights of Columbus.

The Knights of Columbus were founded in 1882 by Fr. Michael McGivney, a young priest who saw a needin his parish. His solution to the problems facing Catholic Americans at that time has become an organization of over 2 million members who live their faith through charitable works, defending the faith, and caring for their families.

The Knights of Columbus, which began in the parish of St. Mary’s in New Haven, Connecticut, are now active in 16 countries. Last year the Knights donated more than $185 million and 50 million man-hours to charity.

As a Knight of Columbus myself, I have personally witnessed the tremendous work that these men accomplish in our diocese. However, the work is never done, and for the Knights to continue their good works of charity the organization needs to grow. I strongly encourage every man in this diocese who is a practicing Catholic and is at least 18 years of age to prayerfully consider joining the ranks of this exemplary organization.

Members of the Knights of Columbus will be available in parishes after Masses on a weekend in September with more information. Please take some time to visit with these men so that you may join us in our mission to promote the principles of charity, unity, fraternity, and patriotism. Membership in the Knights of Columbus will enhance your life in ways you cannot imagine.

Yours in Christ,

The Bishops of Michigan

By: Richard Perry - Tue, Sep 17, 2024 12:01 PM

LANSING DIOCESE SOCCER CHALLENGE

The Lansing Diocese Soccer Challenge was held on Sunday September 15, 2024, at

Council 10006 St Martha Catholic Church in Okemos. There were participants in five

categories. The winners were:

 

GIRLS WINNERS

Greta Arambula 9 Ann Arbor

Mia Arambula 11 Ann Arbor

Olivia Zayko 12 Okemos

 

BOYS WINNERS

Alexander Miller 10 Okemos

Anthony Miller 13 Okemos

Thanks to all who helped!

 

Rick Perry and Kelly Donnellon

Diocesan Program Directors

By: Ken Warzybok - Tue, Sep 17, 2024 6:41 AM

For more information, go to:

https://kcicmichigan.org/

By: Ed Strach - Sun, Sep 15, 2024 11:26 AM

Heart of Christ Annual Gala

On Thursday, September 26, the Heart of Christ will host its 2nd Annual Fundraising Gala at St. John’s Resort in Plymouth, MI - a wonderful evening of dinner, friendship and fellowship. I am inviting you to attend our Gala this year and support the mission. To purchase tickets ($150 per person) and for more information, please see this website by clicking here

Thank you for your time and consideration and I look forward to seeing you at the Gala on September 26th!

By: Ken Warzybok - Sun, Sep 15, 2024 11:10 AM

On Saturday, September 14, 2024 a congregation from Michigan joined our fellow Knights in Windsor, Ontario to celebrate 125 years of service in Ontario.

 

The day began with the re-dedication of the “Pray for Peace” Memorial on the waterfront, followed by a 3rd Degree Exemplification which brought in 11 new Knights, and ended with a dinner dance at the St. Clair College Centre of Arts.

 

The event was attended by the Deputy Supreme Knight Arthur L. Peters, Supreme Director and Michigan IPSD Christopher Kolomjec and his wife Julie, the entire Ontario State Board including State Deputy Bruce Poulin and his wife Zoe and our own Michigan State Deputy Barry Borsenik and his wife, Mandy.

 

By: Martin Brown - Fri, Sep 13, 2024 5:29 PM

SDRR Marty Brown and Grand Knight Rodney Cronin.

District Deputy Jack Sablan, Father Danny Orris and Grand Knight Rodney Cronin and Council 15495 members.

By: Ken Warzybok - Fri, Sep 13, 2024 5:20 PM

Catholic Gentlemen, you CAN bring your faith to work and help serve Catholic families in your community! Find out more about what it’s like to be a field agent with the Knights of Columbus.

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9hwm3tTFFo

 

And please join us for an upcoming Knights of Columbus Field Agent Career Virtual Event to learn more about career opportunities in our area.

 

Knights of Columbus, the largest Catholic lay organization in the world, has been providing Catholic families with financial protection for over 140 years. We are seeking insurance professionals interested in providing insurance solutions to our Catholic members and their families.

 

English: Patrick Brumley sits down with experienced agents on September 24th at 7:00 CT

Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/KofCSept24

 

 

Bilingual: Jose Lebron-Sanabria sits down with experienced agents on October 15th at 7:30 PM ET

Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/KofCOct15

By: Ken Warzybok - Fri, Sep 13, 2024 9:36 AM

The Catholic Charities Southeast Michigan Annual Celebration was held on September 12th at Laurel Manor in Livonia. This event was attended by various dignitaries, including former WDIV Local 4 Meteorologist Chuck Gaidica, who has who has made the commendable choice to join the Knights of Columbus in the near future! We extend a warm welcome to Chuck and offer our sincere congratulations on his discerning decision.

 

The Michigan Knights of Columbus was one of the standout contributors at the event, with a generous donation of $22,500!

 

As the charitable arm for the corporal works of mercy throughout the Archdiocese of Detroit, Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan provides compassionate, quality, professional services and support to people in need. Visit their website at www.ccsem.org to explore the numerous ongoing projects and learn how you can contribute. Any support is greatly appreciated and will help advance the mission of Catholic Charities in serving those in need within the community.