Living Rosary was held at the State Capitol!
By: Matt Hoxsie -
Mon, Sep 15, 2025 9:59 PM
☀On Saturday, September 13th, the Michigan State Council held a Living Rosary for the Unborn at the Michigan State Capitol. Many Brother Knights were represented, included the Michigan Knights on Bikes and the Fourth Degree Color Corps.
Keynote speakers were our State Chaplain, Fr. Andrew LaFramboise, and our State Legal Counsel, John Bursch.
#KofC #CatholicMen #FaithInAction #MIKofC #KnightsOfColumbus
St. Thomas Pavilion Dedicated at Christ the Redeemer, Lake Orion
By: Matt Hoxsie -
Mon, Sep 15, 2025 9:20 PM
PGK Ron Hines, District Deputy Chris Scheuer, PGK Tom Tiffany, and GK Al Hassinger attend
Pavilion dedication by the Rev. Dr. William Promesso. Photo by Dennis Witmer
For the past year, members of Council 4764 cut down diseased trees, cleared brush,
poured a concrete slab, planted grass, and completed erection of a pavilion to serve the
Christ the Redeemer community. The yearlong effort was spearheaded by PGK Tom
Tiffany.
Following the Liturgy on the Lawn at CTR on September 9, Fr. Promesso, Priest in
solidum, dedicated the new facility as a “place where parishioners can relax, pray, and
socialize.”
Knights of Council 4764 are parishioners of Christ the Redeemer and St. Joseph
parishes.
Dad Talk - Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross (Cycle C)
By: John Bursch -
Mon, Sep 15, 2025 9:17 PM
Today's Feast Day - the Exaltation of the Holy Cross - has an amazing history. In today's Dad Talk, we'll discuss how the True Cross was discovered, the beginning of public veneration of the Cross, why the crucifix is not a forbidden "graven image," and what Christ's crucifixion means for the way we live. Don't miss this episode, and be sure to share it with a friend. God bless! Dad
Fr Baumgartner Council 5452 awarded Council of the Month by SDRR Paul Thorn
By: Paul Thorn -
Mon, Sep 15, 2025 9:10 PM
On September 9th, I presented the July Council of the Month Award for Fr. Baumgartner Council 5452 Grand Knight Glen Steyer. My former council, where I served as Grand Knight, is energized.
Membership Director Jack Allen advised during the meeting that he is planning to bring candidates to an Exemplification in the District on the 16th so they can climb up the award standings for the July to September award.
Council 5436 works with Parish on White Cross Display
By: Thomas Kendziorski -
Mon, Sep 15, 2025 9:00 PM
In concert with Right-to-Life Lifespan of Oakland and Macomb Counties, 75 students and staff from the Waterford Our Lady of the Lakes High School and 7 Brother Knights from the Pope Saint John XXIII Council #5436 worked together to set up the parish's annual "White Cross" display. Unfortunately, this powerful outdoor public statement of 1,900 crosses represents over 3,000 babies losing their lives to abortion each day. The purpose is to publicize the reality of abortion while enlightening everyone to the healing message of repentance, forgiveness, and the sacredness of life offered by the Church. Kudos to Lady Debbie Brenner, Brother Knights Doug Ritter and Michael Mandziuk, and the OLL Parish Youth Evangelization Director, Michelle Marcy, for coordinating this year's effort. The display will remain on the parish lawn along busy Dixie Highway until September 25th.
Photos were taken by Mary Zednik.
District 208 Exemplified Five Members
By: Matt Hoxsie -
Sun, Sep 7, 2025 7:32 PM
On Sunday, September 7th, District 208 held a 1st-3rd degree exemplification hosted by Boyne Valley Council 7172 after the 11am Mass. 4 new members were welcomed into the order, and 1 member completed the 2nd and 3rd degrees.
The ceremony was led by DD 208, Andrew Mayer, with assistance from Boyne Valley Grand Knight,Eric Kesseler. Boyne Valley Chaplain, Fr Dennis Stillwell presided over the ceremony.
The new members are:
- Petoskey 923- Josh Daniel
- Boyne Valley 6314- Matthew Tanner
- Charlevoix 7172-Jon Smalley and Patrick Gallagher
- Onaway 7688-John Hicks
- Tom Peltier of Boyne Valley completed the 2nd and 3rd degrees.
Congratulations and welcome, Brother Knights!!
Council 15889 brings in Four New Brothers and their Families!
By: Matt Hoxsie -
Sun, Sep 7, 2025 7:13 PM
Council 15889, Cedar Springs conducted a 3rd degree exemplification for four new Brother Knights on September 5th.
Welcome Brothers to the Order!
Knights on Bikes supports Five Firehouses in 9/11 Remembrance Meals!
By: Mark Elias -
Sun, Sep 7, 2025 6:42 PM
On Sunday, September 7th, members of Knights on Bikes and Bishop Murphy Council 3257 delivered 9/11 remembrance meals to 5 firehouses, 1 in Detroit, 1 in Ferndale, 1 in Hazel Park, and 2 in Warren.
The Living Rosary is Less Than a Week Away!
By: Robert Bagley -
Sun, Sep 7, 2025 9:47 AM
My Brothers and Sisters
Our Living Rosary is now less than a week away, September 13th!
Here is a video message from our State Legal Council, John Bursch, that helps explain why this beautiful prayer is so important.
See you there!
Importance of Prayer and the Living Rosary
PAX
Bob Bagley
State Faith Director
