One Council Can Make A Difference
By: Greg Brunson -
Sat, Jun 19, 2021 12:18 PM
On May 15th the All Saints Council 10501 in partnership with Knights on Bikes held a Bike & Custom Car Blessing at Holy Family Parish in Memphis – it was very successful! The weather was fabulous, the turnout was great, and there were plenty of hot dogs and brats. Everything was free will and all proceeds were earmarked for the Spero Pregnancy Center in Port Huron.
On June 9th the Spero Center had an open house and were presented at that time with a check in the amount of $1,500 (plus a $20 ‘on the spot’ donation….) from the Bike Blessing event earlier. The money will be used for client ultrasounds over the next year, at no cost to the client of course. At the open house Knights from Memphis 10501 saw firsthand how Spero saves lives and Defends Life each and every day. It was an education for us all and illustrates how only 1 council can make a difference. Pregnancy centers across the state are so appreciative of Knights of Columbus Councils who have Risen Up and Answered the Call.
State Faith/Vocations Director Greg Brunson
Welcome to the Love Bus and the 68th Ultrasound Dedication!
By: Ed Strach -
Thu, Jun 17, 2021 9:28 AM
On a warm Tuesday afternoon on June 8th the 68th Ultrasound dedication took place at Immaculate Conception Parish in Three Rivers. This was a unique dedication blessing of a 31ft mobile unit that included a lifesaving Ultrasound graciously sponsored and lead by Pope Paul VI Council #4141, Three Rivers.
As the dedication proceeded the love of Christ became a common theme in the scripture readings and comments. Dcn. Mike McCloskey asked for support to name this mobile life saving unit the “Love Bus” as a following of the love of Christ and not to be mistaken by the love buses in the sixties.
Fr. R. Mathias lead a wonderful blessing of the Love Bus and Ultrasound that was followed by a check presentation to Dawn Bowen, Executive Director, Pregnancy Helpline Center. A plague presentation by Deputy Grand Knight John Stedman and Financial Secretary Larry Lalsh followed with congratulatory remarks by State Life Director, Ed Strach and State Warden, Jim Kraus.
Special thanks were expressed by Jim Highfield to the Livingston County Ultrasound Initiative and the following councils that supported this initiative to Defend Life.
St. Ann Council #13633 St. Joseph Guardian of Mary Council #13749
Paw Paw Council #3798 St. Mary’s Council #9962
St. Martin of Tours Council #13305 St. Basils Council #2594
Fr. Korst Council #2900 Deacon Jerry Mix Council #2508
Fr. John V. Dillon Council #3447 Dowagiac Council #2113
St. Catherine of Sienna Council #6980 Fr. Owens Council #11114
St. Margaret Council #7796 Immaculate Heart of Mary Council #1120
St. Augustine Cathedral Council #15439
Ed Strach Life Director
Michigan State Council Knights of Columbus
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July 21 Michigan Columbian
By: Gary Merritt -
Thu, Jun 17, 2021 8:46 AM
To view the latest Michigan Columbian click the logo below
Borrelli, Huard & Wesley Agencies Insurance Update
By: Don Wesley -
Thu, Jun 17, 2021 8:38 AM
Statewide Fraternal Benefit Event Wed Aug 18, 2021 7:00 PM-8:00 PM
LIVE Virtual Seminar with Joe Jordan
Inspirational Speaker and Behavioral Finance Expert
Registration will be limited
Register Now
Join us for an informative online presentation by inspirational speaker and behavioral finance expert Joe Jordan. Joe will discuss “Stress-Free Retirement Planning,” including how to plan for your financial future and a secure retirement. Joe believes in the mission of the Knights to protect families by providing economic security and stability. Only by helping others can we truly “Live a Significant Life.” Here are some of the topics Joe will cover:
1. The importance of “Living a Significant Life” that goes beyond merely accumulating wealth
2. Eight steps to financial security
3. Capital markets explained in 5 minutes
4. The importance of having a plan and a partner
5. Why long-term care doesn’t have to be a financial nightmare
6. How to turn hard earned assets into reliable retirement income
7. Protecting your loved ones with life insurance
8. Why patience pays when claiming Social Security
9. Six risks to a secure retirement and how you can insure against them
His talk will give you new insights into your financial affairs without losing sight of your faith and values.
Joe’s special message to the Knights
Joe is a Catholic, a Knight, and a member of Legatus, a Catholic CEO organization. For three consecutive years, he has been honored by Irish America magazine as one of the "Top 50 Irish Americans on Wall Street."
He was inducted into the Fordham Football Hall of Fame and has played rugby for the New York Athletic Club for 30 years
We look forward to Joe’s presentation on Wednesday, August 18th, at 7:00 PM ET.
Supreme Installation of Officers
By: Gary Merritt -
Sun, Jun 13, 2021 9:54 AM
In his remarks, Supreme Knight Kelly emphasized the example of St. Joseph as a model of Catholic Knighthood.
Read the Supreme Knight’s Address
Read the entire article from Supreme News
Warch the Supreme Knights message HERE.
Supreme Training by Jon Olson
By: Jon Olson -
Sun, Jun 13, 2021 7:19 AM
Jon Olson Supreme Regional Training Consultant
These 2 trainings are to help state leaders, DDs and councils gear up and be ready to start growing their State, district and council for the next fraternal year. Delta Drive & Council Growth Training.
Delta Drive
6/14/21 at 7PM CDT (8PM EDT)
6/22/21 at 6PM CDT (7PM EDT)
6/28/21 at 7PM CDT (8PM EDT)
The Delta Drive Presentation will cover The Prospect landing page and interaction with the prospects. Come learn how to adapt the Delta drive Method to your council's next event
Registration link:
Council Growth
6/15/21 at 8PM CDT (9PM EDT)
6/21/21 at 7PM CDT (8PM EDT)
The presentation will help Fraternal leaders resolve to leave councils, parish, and community better than how they found it.
Leader should also learn how to develop a simple, specific, year-round plan in place for growing council membership, that involves participation from the whole council.
Attendees should commit to work with their pastor(s), field agent, and DD to accomplish their goals.
Leaders should understand the importance of hosting regular ceremonials, incorporating recruitment into every event, and running membership drives
Registration link:
Council Officer Training Schedule – June 2021
By: Jim Escott -
Sun, Jun 13, 2021 7:00 AM
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Grand Knight
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Grand Knights
Deputy Grand Knights
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Officers Online, Member Management, Youth Protection, running effective meetings, and tools and information for success.
GK Training video 21.01
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Programs
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Program Directors plus Faith, Family, Community and Life Directors
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Faith in Action, Forms, Youth Protection and tools and information for success.
Program Director - Training video 20.05
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Membership Directors plus Retention Directors & all council recruiters
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Recruiting, admissions, Online membership, ways to get more members active, and tools and information for success.
Membership Director - Training video 20.05
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Financial Officers
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Financial Secretaries, Treasurers and Trustees
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Roles & responsibilities, Financial controls, funds management, Council Audits & Member Management.
Financial Officer Training (FS, Treasurer & Trustees)
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Send your questions to Jim Escott – Michigan State Training Director. j.escott@mikofc.org as soon as you complete viewing the Training PowerPoint but no later than June 15 to make sure your questions are addressed during the Zoom meeting.
All sessions will begin at 7pm and are expected to last an hour (Sessions may last longer based on questions from participants
The scheduled dates are as follows:
Emails will be sent out to all MIKofC.org email addresses a few days before each session. Please sign in to the session that best fits your calendar. Attendance will be recorded at each session. All Council officers/directors listed above are expected and encouraged to attend.
Rise Up and Answer the Call!
Dedicated Chaplain Steps Down After 40 Years
By: Gary Merritt -
Fri, Jun 11, 2021 3:41 PM
Parish Priest Fr Walsh recognizes his local Council
By: Gary Merritt -
Thu, Jun 10, 2021 10:41 AM
Recently, State Treasurer Barry Borsenik posted an article commemorating a Mass for the 75th Anniversary of Dexter Council #2959.
We are very fortunate to have a video of Fr. Brendan Walsh and his offering of the Holy Trinity Sunday homily to the 75th Anniversary of Dexter Council's Knights of Columbus.
This is a must-see homily showing Fr. Brendan’s support of his council at a milestone anniversary and ties in the gospel message of Holy Trinity Sunday. It should be an encouragement for all councils to serve our priests, parishes and communities to the best of our abilities.
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Share this video at council meetings and with potential members to give them and their families a clear message of the importance of being a Knight of Columbus. Then, while asking for greater or continued participation of current members, ask a potential member to join us as we serve our parishes and communities.
75th Anniversary Council 2959
By: Barry M. Borsenik -
Thu, Jun 3, 2021 12:33 PM
This past weekend State Treasurer Barry Borsenik and wife Mandy attended the 75th anniversary Mass of Dexter Council #2959 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Dexter.
The elderly gentleman is Joseph Zabinsky (93 years old). He was honored as a charter member of the council 75 years ago.
Congratulations Council 2959!
