Pregnancy Center Director Interview Part 1

By: Ed Strach - Sat, May 1, 2021 11:19 AM


I am pleased to share with you the next in the Rise Up and Answer the Call Life Series. This interview is a two-part interview with Becky Buick, Chief Operations Office, Pregnancy Resource Center in Grand Rapids; Mark Cavis, Executive Director, Life Outreach Center in Hancock and Jennifer MacDonald, Executive Director, Spero Pregnancy Center, Port Huron. 

I hope you find these interviews informative as they relate to the stories, challenges and insights from thus on the front lines defending life. Below is the contact information for our guests.

To watch the interview click the pic     

Becky Buick, Pregnancy Resource Center, Grand Rapids -  becky.buick@prcgr.org, (616) 259-1516

Mark Cavis, Life Outreach Center, Hancock  - cavisma@hotmail.com, (906) 482-8681

Jennifer MacDonald, Spero Pregnancy Center, Port Huron - director@bluewaterbabies.org, (810) 985-4673

Ed Strach Life Director 734-476-6296

Michigan State Council Knights of Columbus   

“Cans for Seminarians” close

By: Charles E. McCuen - Sat, May 1, 2021 11:12 AM


 

My Brothers All,

The “Cans for Seminarians” Challenge is quickly coming to a close.  We want to thank all those who participated and worked extremely hard taking those cans back.  As you know the price of higher education is expensive and our Seminarians would like to thank you for your efforts in supporting them and the Seminarian Fund which will help them to complete their mission even when their funds are depleted. As we have said “No one should have to give up on their Vocation because of hardships” So with that being said we hope you are ramping up your efforts to get those cans back and show our Seminarians we have their backs! You should start to send in your totals starting next week to me @ c.mccuen@mikofc.org and I can start to tabulate our results. All checks need to go to the State Secretary with “Cans for Seminarians” in the memo line. We raised 30,000 dollars with our Awesome Councils in part one. We can’t wait to see how our Amazing  District Deputies do in Part 2!

Remember the Challenge ends May 7th

Thanks for all hard work you do!

Michigan State Board

Rise up and Answer the Call!

Father's Day Procession

By: Paul J. Palka - Thu, Apr 29, 2021 2:56 PM


 

Thank you for your support for the Father's Day Procession to be held on Sat. 6/19/21  

Below is the ad that will be going into the June Unleash the Gospel magazine.

 

 

The procession will start at St. Aloysius Catholic Parish (1234 Washington Blvd, Detroit, MI 48226) at 1:00 PM and then will move to Old St. Mary's Catholic Church (646 Monroe St, Detroit, MI 48226) and then on to Holy Family (641 Chrysler Dr, Detroit, MI 48226) and will come to its conclusion at St. Joseph Shrine (1828 Jay St, Detroit, MI 48207) at 330 PM. The route will extend 1.6 miles across the city of Detroit.   

Please help in these areas:

 1 - We'd like to get the notice out about the event. 

 2 - We'd like to encourage every Knight who is able to support the event and take part in the procession.

 3 - We'd like to engage with as many 4th degree Color Guards as willing.

 4 - We need volunteer help. A motivated individual or individuals willing to participate in the planning committee and coordinate K of C involvement is essential. 

 5 - Any other thoughts or guidance you have?

 Thank you for taking the time to consider K of C support for this important event.

All those interested in volunteering or assisting in some way with the procession please contact Darren O’Brien at 586-737-7216 or email to uniteournationdetroit@yahoo.com. Please include your name, age, home parish and contact information when you leave a message. We will follow up with you.  

 Vivat Jesus!

 Dean Nowicki

Council 13362 / 4th Degree Assy 2136

Unite Our Nation Rosary Rally at Michigan’s State Capitol

By: Paul J. Palka - Wed, Apr 28, 2021 9:28 AM


Unite Our Nation, founded by the laity, is a non-political organization formed to help bring peace and prayer to local communities and healing to our nation.  A local hour of prayer, including the rosary has been organized as Unite Michigan. 

Please join us on May 13, 3:00 pm in front of the steps at the Michigan State Capitol building in Lansing where we will be led in prayer.

A public square rosary rally is a time to give witness to people of all races and beliefs, keep polarizing politics out, and focus on prayer to unite our nation.  If you are interested in joining the leadership team or simply attending, please reach out to Sandra Sherwood at ejsherwood@charter.net

 

In the meantime, take a look at the Unite Our Nation website uniteournation.net to learn more and get more details on the event!

 

43rd Annual KC RTL Dinner Rerun

By: Ed Strach - Sat, Apr 24, 2021 1:34 PM


 

Thank you for those who attended or livestreamed the 43rd Annual Right to Life MI Respect Life Benefit Event!

 

The You Tube video event is available on-line at respectlifemi.org to view at your council meeting, district event or hosting a watch party. The first half hour of this recording is dedicated to highlighting a listing of table sponsors and special donors. 

 

Please take the time to watch the inspiring keynote speaker, Mike Slater and make your donation to Right to Life Michigan Educational Fund. Your donations are critical to continue our efforts in Building a Culture of Life.

 

MICHIGAN CHARITIES RAFFLE PRIZE WINNERS

By: Gary Kolbicz - Fri, Apr 23, 2021 6:35 PM


 

MICHIGAN STATE COUNCIL

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

MICHIGAN CHARITIES RAFFLE

NOVEMBER 1, 2020 TO APRIL 15, 2021 

 

PRIZE NO. PRIZE COUNCIL  NAME LOCATION
1 1st Degree Charity Prize - Grand Hotel Mackinac Island For 4 + $12,500 Cash 7237 Fr. David Speicher Dewitt
Seller $250.00 7237 Fr. David Speicher Dewitt
2 2nd Degree Unity Prize -Grand Traverse Resort For 4 + $3,500.00 Cash 12186 Ray Kondel Gaines
Seller $100.00 12186 Ray Kondel Gaines
3 3rd Degree Fraternity Prize -Bavarian Inn, Frankenmuth For 4 + $2,500.00 Cash 13526 Michael Kirkwood Comstock Park
Seller $50.00 13526 Michael Kirkwood Comstock Park
4 4th Degree Patriotic Degree - Dearborn Inn For 4 + $1,500.00 Cash 4404 Randy Graftema Coopersville
Seller $25.00 4404 Randy Graftema Coopersville
5 $300.00 11664 Ann Pasch Lake Leelanau
6 $300.00 5255 Doug Leach Homer
7 $300.00 7444 McCauley McDougal Commerce Twp.
8 $300.00 788 Jay Corey Lansing
9 $300.00 3029 Tim Boos Farwell
10 $300.00 5460 Stanley Hreneczoa Warren
11 $180.00 3302 William Gorny Dearborn Hgts.
12 $180.00 6824 Michael White Clarkston
13 $180.00 2950 Allan Rooks Sterling Hgts.
14 $180.00 7341 Judy Thome Alto
15 $180.00 3078 Terrance Cauley Taylor
16 $180.00   Joann Grubb Okemos
17 $180.00 9182 Jay Jensen Holt
18 $180.00 13673 Bridget Bertopec Farmington Hills
19 $180.00 5436 Terrence Tamm Waterford
20 $180.00 13475 Dennis O Brien Grosse Ile
21 $120.00 5446 Stephen Kirsch Grosse Ile
22 $120.00 5446 Paula Orr Trenton
23 $120.00 10542 Daniel Remecke Holt
24 $120.00 2690 Ralph & Carla McWilliams Livonia
25 $120.00 1266 Todd G. Smith Monroe
26 $120.00 3078 Marie Cerne Chicago ILL.
27 $120.00 8042 Antoinette Keller Pigeon
28 $120.00 8698 Dcn. Mike Hammond Ida
29 $120.00 6674 Bill Sippel Saline
30 $120.00 3281 Clint Beagle St. Johns
31 $60.00 17232 Bryan R. Andres Dorr
32 $60.00 15548 John Dewildt Constock Park
33 $60.00 5981 John Austin Tucson AZ
34 $60.00 8489 Luke Hartmann Flint
35 $60.00 4064 Mike Manako Commerce Twp.
36 $60.00 13673 Barbara Cholewa Livonia
37 $60.00 3860 Rev. John F. Child Livonia
38 $60.00 12121 Brian Fromm Grosse Pt. Farms
39 $60.00 2900 Richard Galinis Cloldwater
40 $60.00 2950 Harry Kuk Sterling Hgts.

Directors Gary DeCarlo & Kevin Rowley 

Special Olympics Report 2020-

By: John Hundiak - Fri, Apr 23, 2021 9:17 AM


 

 This past year has been a different year for Special Olympics.  I use the word different because   unlike many other events, the Special Olympics in Michigan were not cancelled but changed.   Due to the pandemic, the Annual Summer Games opening ceremonies were virtual along with the games themselves.  There was the Color Corps, running and lighting of the torch, and even a flyover.  And yes, the athletes and their coaches did not let the pandemic stop them from competing.  Wherever able, the athletes competed virtually and gave it their all!  We can all learn a lot from these athletes.

Throughout the year, the Fall, Winter and Spring games all took place virtually and were successful.  The success of these games were due in a large part to the dedication and efforts of the staff of the Special Olympics Michigan.  A huge thanks to all of them.

Along with the virtual games, many councils continued fundraising for Special Olympics especially through the MI Drive.  Thank you for continuing the work of the Order during these difficult times. 

Unfortunately, the Summer Games have been postponed.  Right now, depending on the Covid numbers, we are looking at the July timeframe to hold the games.  As soon as we get firm information, we will pass it on.  Again, thank you for all you do!

I am including an interesting fundraiser to be held by Michigan’s Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) program with an interesting prize. 

Take a look and consider donating.  PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!

 

 

State Special Olympics Director John Hundiak

Protect Life of Mich Virtual Dinner

By: Gary Merritt - Thu, Apr 22, 2021 12:15 PM


Register Here   Cost: FREE!

We’re holding our Benefit Dinner online to give you the opportunity to partner with us as we continue to meet the essential needs of the unborn.

You’re invited to join with many other members of our community for this exciting virtual gathering...

What: Benefit Dinner
Date: April 24th
Time: 6:30 PM (ET)

 

PAYCHECKS AND PLAYCHECKS

By: Don Wesley - Thu, Apr 22, 2021 11:50 AM


 

 

WHEN

 

 

Wednesday, April 28, 2021 7:00PM – 8:00PM EST

 

WHERE

 

 

Virtual

 

REGISTER

 

 

Click HERE for  Registration Link