Catholic Family Fun Night at Van Andel Arena - 2025

By: Michael A. Kozakiewicz - Wed, Dec 25, 2024 7:47 AM


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Michigan Knights of Columbus present:

Catholic Family Fun Night at Van Andel Arena!

Grand Rapids Griffins vs Colorado Eagles

Friday, January 31st at 7:00pm

$32.00 per ticket (seats on lower level)

Tickets must be ordered by Jan. 10th!!!!

For more information and a link to the Order form and instructions, please click here

 

 

 

Knights on Bikes 2024 Christmas Party

By: Robert Bagley - Wed, Dec 25, 2024 7:21 AM


Knights on Bikes/Michigan holds Charity events, Funeral Escorts, Silver Rose Escorts, Escorts our State Officers as well as Cardinals, Bishops and Priests. We help Councils and Parishes, as well as build membership for the Knights of Columbus.
 
Once riding season comes to an end and our bikes are nestled away for a long winter's nap, we gather for a Christmas party on the second weekend of December. This event allows us to express our gratitude to God by attending Mass together with the K of C State Council, followed by a dinner and festive celebration. The evening is filled with fun and games, bringing together our brothers and sisters from Knights on Bikes, the State Council, and other members from throughout the state.
 
Join us in our mission to serve our community and strengthen our bonds as Knights of Columbus members.
 
Bob "Ace" Bagley
State Faith Director and Knight on Bikes International President
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Successful Diaper Drive at 2024 WInter Leadership Meeting

By: Ed Strach - Sat, Dec 21, 2024 8:46 AM


The 2024 Winter Leadership Meeting resulted in a successful Diaper, Wipe, and Gift Card drive for pregnancy centers across the state.

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SOARing for Life!
Ed Strach, Life Director
Michigan State Council

 

Councils and Assembly participate in Wreaths Across America

By: District Deputy 118 - Sun, Dec 15, 2024 7:17 AM


On Satuday December 14th, Brothers from Anchor Bay Council 5981, Au Lac Council 10724, and Sir Knights from St. Mary on the Lake Assembly 2804 gathered together to honor our nation's veterans by laying wreaths on their graves and at the Veteran's memorials at St. Mary's parish cemetery in New Baltimore and Immaculate Conception parish cemetery in Anchorville.

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Religious Freedom - Spreading the Gospel featuring John Bursch

By: Ed Strach - Fri, Dec 13, 2024 8:23 AM


John Bursch, Michigan State Council Legal Advisor, recently spoke at the 2024 Winter Leadership Conference on Religious Freedom and Alliance Defending Freedom's  (ADF) mission to Spread the Gospel. ADF is the world's largest legal organization committed to those in need.

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To view John's speech click here

100th Funded Ultrasound Unit

By: Ed Strach - Wed, Dec 11, 2024 8:41 AM


Friday, December 6, 2024, marked a milestone for the Michigan State Council at the Winter Leadership Meeting where the announcement and presentation was made for the 100th funded Ultrasound in Michigan.

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This milestone was on behalf of the Oxford Pregnancy Center who received funding from the Fr. Thomas R. Carey Council #4764, Lake Orion, its supporting councils, the Livingston County Ultrasound Initiative and the Supreme Council Knights of Columbus.

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The introduction of the presentation noted the first Ultrasound unit placement in Michigan by the Knights of Columbus took place at the Center for Women Pregnancy Services in Jackson in 2009 by the leadership of Former District Deputy Stephen Artz, along with now Deacon Tom Arehart and then Life Couple Paul and Sue Thorn. Past State Deputy (deceased) John R. “Bob” Moody and Former Supreme Director Tom Wegener were both key in its placement.

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Jeanne Tuski, Executive Director, of Oxford Pregnancy Center received honorary checks totaling $18,536 from Tom Tiffany, Grand Knight; Jim Roback, Ultrasound Chairmen from Fr. Thomas R. Carey Council and $18,536 from Christopher Kolomjec, Supreme Director and Steve Cohen, Supreme Territorial Growth Director. All totaled a donation of $37,072 marking this milestone. Jeanne Tuski shared an emotional example of how this Ultrasound placement has played an important part in the saving of baby’s life since its use.

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State Deputy Barry Borsenik concluded with his comments which included gratitude for all the council support for this and all Ultrasound placement, recognition of the past state deputies support Defending Life initiatives as well as that of the Livingston County
Ultrasound Initiative.

 

SOARing for Life!

Ed Strach, Life Director
Michigan State Council
Knights of Columbus

 

 

Baptismal Blankets and Bears are a Big Hit

By: Larry Herman - Sun, Dec 8, 2024 12:38 PM


Attention Council Program Directors,

 

We are excited to present a special opportunity for you to enhance the baptism experience for your fellow parishioners. We suggest that councils consider providing a Casey Bear and an "Image of God" baptismal blanket to families during baptisms.

 

To obtain the bears, please reach out to State Community Director Larry Herman (l.herman@mikofc.org) or go straight to the Order Form by clicking here.  

For the blankets, please contact State Life Director Ed Strach (e.strach@mikofc.org) or go straight to the Order Form by clicking here.

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Thank you for considering this thoughtful gesture to support families during such a significant moment in their lives!