Council 15889 participates in Corpus Chrisi Procession!

By: Matt Hoxsie - Sun, Jun 14, 2026 11:16 AM

Council 15889 Cedar Springs, Mi participated in a Corpus Christi Eucharistic Procession with their Parish St. John Paul 2 and their pastor Father Lam Le.  They walked 3.5 miles from the heart of Cedar Springs to the southern boundary.

 

Au Lac Council Supports ASAP for Moms & Babies

By: Matt Hoxsie - Sun, Jun 14, 2026 11:12 AM

 
The Knights of Columbus Au Lac Council 10724 in Ira Township recently delivered over $8000 in baby items and gift cards to four pregnancy centers in their region as part of the Aid & Support After Pregnancy (ASAP) program. The recipient agencies were Compassion Pregnancy Center in Fraser, Gianna House in Eastpointe, Heart of Christ Clinic in Troy, and Spero Center in Port Huron. These donations were made possible by Au Lac Council's Breakfast For Babies fundraiser held on January 24 & 25, 2026. Thank you to the parishioners and guests at Immaculate Conception Parish for your generosity.
 
 
Mark F. Kehoe
Grand Knight
Au Lac Council 10724

Update from the State Vocations “RSVP” Director

By: Greg Brunson - Sun, Jun 14, 2026 10:57 AM

Brother Knights

 

We did it!

 

The Michigan Jurisdiction’s RSVP numbers for 2025 showed a NEW REOCRD in Vocation Support, exceeding the previous record high by over $13,000.

 

These numbers are fantastic and we should all be proud of our unwavering support for Vocations. There are a few highlights which drew my attention:

 

* There were several councils who became active in RSVP in 2025 for the first time. This is a VERY POSITIVE indicator. A corollary to this is there were many more councils who were active in 2025 who had not been in many years.

 

* Fourth Degree Assemblies set a high mark in 2025 as well. Historically Assemblies are not as active with Vocations Support as Councils. In 2025 Assemblies showed a significant uptick in RSVP.

 

* There were 55 Councils who donated $2,000 or more to the program and several over $10,000.

 

* The Lansing Diocese for the first time outperformed the Archdiocese of Detroit by about $3,000. Year after year Lansing trails Detroit (not by much) and in 2025 that changed. Detroit actually did good however Lansing did ‘very good’.

 

* The Davison Council 4090 once again exceeded last year’s numbers by a rather significant amount! Year after year they continue to do better than the year before – its incredible. If you graph their history, the RSVP line chart would look like the north slop of Mt Everest.

 

* Another bright spot was the Marquette Diocese: Year after year this Diocese is relatively constant – the numbers don’t change much. In 2025 their RSVP increased around 70% over prior years.

 

* Support for Religious orders is becoming significant. Only a few years ago support for Postulants and Novices was almost non-existent. Today there are many councils, and a couple of Assemblies in Michigan who support those choosing a consecrated life. The level of appreciation from them is overwhelming.

 

* It has been a very successful year for the DAVL (Detroit Archdiocesan Vocations League). The DAVL is a major contributor to Councils and Assemblies in the Archdiocese.

 

Lastly please welcome the new State Vocations “RSVP” Director Joe Yekulis as he takes over in July.

 

Greg Brunson

State Vocations “RSVP” Director

Michigan Knights of Columbus Statewide Raffle Winners Announced

By: Matt Hoxsie - Sun, Jun 14, 2026 10:11 AM

Michigan Knights of Columbus Statewide Raffle Winners Announced

 

The Michigan Knights of Columbus is pleased to announce the winners of our recent statewide raffle. This fundraiser supports the charitable, faith-based, and community work of the Knights across our great state — strengthening parishes, aiding families in need, supporting veterans, and advancing our core principles of charity, unity, fraternity, and patriotism.

 

We extend our sincere thanks to every Brother Knight, council, and supporter who sold tickets and to all who participated. Your generosity helps us continue serving our communities and living out the mission of the Knights of Columbus.

 

Congratulations to all of our winners! Here is the complete list of 40 prize winners:

 

1st Prize — Ticket #743023 Winner: Jeffrey Couper, Iron Mountain, MI Seller: Jeffrey Couper, Council 1585

2nd Prize — Ticket #463497 Winner: Kate Przywara, Dearborn, MI Seller: Jerry Przywara, Council 3860

3rd Prize — Ticket #30222 Winner: Joelle Maleszyk, Sterling Heights, MI Seller: Rob Maleszyk, Council 5460

4th Prize — Ticket #90747 Winner: Mo Wilkie, Livonia, MI Seller: Mo Wilkie, Council 13475

5th Prize — Ticket #241126 Winner: Richard Beauchamp, Grand Blanc, MI Seller: Dick Beauchamp, Council 7418

6th Prize — Ticket #80569 Winner: Ken Gawkowski, New Boston, MI Seller: Council 15932, Council 15932

7th Prize — Ticket #657733 Winner: Dan Burch, Manchester, MI Seller: Dan Burch, Council 4354

8th Prize — Ticket #205283 Winner: Bill Jurzysta, China, MI Seller: Bill Jurzysta, Council 2251

9th Prize — Ticket #612040 Winner: Mary Slayton, White Lake, MI Seller: Chris Slayton, Council 8605

10th Prize — Ticket #654187 Winner: Jenny Shaddach, Dexter, MI Seller: G. Shaddach, Council 2835

11th Prize — Ticket #83836 Winner: Stan Emerick, Carleton, MI Seller: Stan Emerick, Council 15932

12th Prize — Ticket #558664 Winner: Joe Snow, Calumet, MI Seller: Joe Snow, Council 1245

13th Prize — Ticket #385628 Winner: Richard Fisher, Wales, MI Seller: Richard Fisher, Council 10501

14th Prize — Ticket #716933 Winner: Kendrick Weber, Lowell, MI Seller: Kendrick Weber, Council 2890

15th Prize — Ticket #271097 Winner: Michael Argiero, Ann Arbor, MI Seller: Michael Argiero, Council 587

16th Prize — Ticket #708383 Winner: Joseph E. Cross, Coldwater, MI Seller: Joseph E. Cross, Council 2900

17th Prize — Ticket #268979 Winner: Daireli & Carol Abbott, Northville, MI Seller: Dairell Abbott, Council 14427

18th Prize — Ticket #167962 Winner: Nancy Kandow, Posen, MI Seller: Dan Kandow, Council 6657

19th Prize — Ticket #410397 Winner: James J. Bueltel, Sterling Heights, MI Seller: James J. Bueltel, Council 13453

20th Prize — Ticket #93630 Winner: Janet McShane, Brownstown, MI Seller: Council 13980, Council 13980

21st Prize — Ticket #217198 Winner: Ronald Stec, Washington, MI Seller: Ronald Stec, Council 7018

22nd Prize — Ticket #60248 Winner: Charles Maskal, Saginaw, MI Seller: Charles Maskal, Council 4232

23rd Prize — Ticket #246677 Winner: Debbie Trundle, Swartz Creek, MI Seller: Mike Trundle, Council 6694

24th Prize — Ticket #78481 Winner: Greg Vink, Dearborn Heights, MI Seller: Greg Vink, Council 2660

25th Prize — Ticket #114325 Winner: Steven Koschay, Grand Ledge, MI Seller: Steven Koschay, Council 7311

26th Prize — Ticket #310498 Winner: Gary Fedewa, Portland, MI Seller: Gary Fedewa, Council 2168

27th Prize — Ticket #429735 Winner: Mary Lynn Booms, Harbor Beach, MI Seller: Bradley Booms, Council 3823

28th Prize — Ticket #162624 Winner: Kyle Koestner, Grand Rapids, MI Seller: Kyle Koestner, Council 162624

29th Prize — Ticket #591930 Winner: David Klemmer, Warren, MI Seller: David Klemmer, Council 13419

30th Prize — Ticket #83589 Winner: Paul S. Funk, Howell, MI Seller: Paul Funk, Council 8169

31st Prize — Ticket #522539 Winner: Donna Wahmhoff, New Buffalo, MI Seller: Al Wahmhoff, Council 14366

32nd Prize — Ticket #95065 Winner: Larry Sullivan, South Lyon, MI Seller: Larry Sullivan, Council 12295

33rd Prize — Ticket #718792 Winner: Fred Patin, Sand Lake, MI Seller: Fred Patin, Council 8425

34th Prize — Ticket #144007 Winner: Sherry Dunn, Lansing, MI Seller: Joe Dunn, Council 7816

35th Prize — Ticket #398592 Winner: Robert Dux, Berkley, MI Seller: Robert Dux, Council 13419

36th Prize — Ticket #647847 Winner: Erica Kruszewski, Detroit, MI Seller: Steve Kruszewski, Council 14427

37th Prize — Ticket #468881 Winner: Ernest Renaud, Monroe, MI Seller: Ernest Renaud, Council 1266

38th Prize — Ticket #85305 Winner: Jerome Kramartz, Dearborn, MI Seller: J. Kramartz, Council 3312

39th Prize — Ticket #87905 Winner: Michael Prokopowicz, Gwinn, MI Seller: Michael Prokopowicz, Council 6293

40th Prize — Ticket #715304 Winner: Patrick Burns, MI Seller: Council 4362, Council 4362

 

Winners are encouraged to contact their local council or the Michigan State Council office to arrange prize claiming.

 

Thank you again to everyone who helped make this raffle a success. Your support allows the Knights of Columbus in Michigan to continue making a positive impact in our communities.

 

 

Vivat Jesus!

Pro Life Interview Series with guest Melissa Yeomans, Sidewalk Advocates for Life

By: Ed Strach - Sun, Jun 14, 2026 9:32 AM

 

Watch the next pro-life interview with guest Melissa Yeomans, Sidewalk Advocate for Life.

 

Melissa shares what Sidewalk Advocates do and how you can help at abortion clinics across the

state. Sidewalk Advocates for life is one of the partnerships the Michigan State Council has with

various pro-life organizations including Right to Life MI, Protect Life MI and 40 Days for Life.

 

Click here to watch the interview: Pro Life Interview Series with guest Melissa Yeomans, Sidewalk Advocates for Life