A message from Immediate Past State Deputy, Barry Borsenik (Dated June 30th, 2026)

By: Barry M. Borsenik - Mon, Jul 6, 2026 9:30 PM

June 30th, 2026
 
 
 
My brother Knights and Ladies,
 
On this eve of the new fraternal year, I extend my sincere thanks and appreciation for all you have done for the Michigan jurisdiction these past two years.  The cooperation and hard work by the hundreds of volunteers, the thousands of miles traveled across the state, and the countless hours of meetings, phone calls, and activities in faith and programs, has produced so much goodness that Blessed McGivney surely must be proud.  I sure am!  Additionally, the concern, compassion and cooperation you have shared personally with me and Lady Mandy has been a beautiful expression of true fraternity.  We have been inspired and encouraged by many lovely cards, letters and emails over the last couple years.  We are blessed to know so many GOOD people.
 
Thanks to my fellow state officers for sticking with me through our challenges as each of you fulfilled your unique roles and continue to dedicate yourselves to the future leadership of Michigan.  I give my wholehearted endorsement and support to our new state board and the new/revised cast of leadership that will be installed this weekend.  I will continue to contribute as best I can in my new role as Immediate Past State Deputy.  May God continue to bless us with the opportunity to do His will through our involvement in the Knights of Columbus.
 
With deepest gratitude,
 
Barry Borsenik
Immediate Past State Deputy
 
 

Holy Spirit Catholic Church and Father Robert W. Davey Council 8808 provide lunch to the volunteers of One Week One Street in Saginaw

By: Matt Hoxsie - Mon, Jul 6, 2026 9:26 PM

 

On June 25, Holy Spirit Catholic Church Parishioners and Father Robert W. Davey Council 8808 provided lunch to the volunteers of One Week One Street in Saginaw. One Week, One Street effort is a yearly local mission project in east Saginaw providing an opportunity for area churches, businesses, and non-profit organizations to respond to the call to "love our neighbors as ourselves." This is accomplished by painting homes, clearing brush, landscaping yards, repairing porches, and other minor exterior home repairs.

 

 

District Deputies experience COR at Summer Leadership Meeting

By: Christopher Wegener - Mon, Jul 6, 2026 9:20 PM

At the State Summer Leadership Meeting, District Deputies from across the State of Michigan participated in COR workshops where they shared Faith, Fraternity, and Prayer together.   Can you spot your DD in this picture?

 

Fr. Arnold J. Kosco Council 12808 says Thank You to Longtime District Deputy

By: Matt Hoxsie - Mon, Jul 6, 2026 9:11 PM

Fr. Arnold J. Kosco Council 12808 Says “Thank You and Farewell” to Longtime District Deputy

 

 

The Fr. Arnold J. Kosco Council 12808 at Prince of Peace Parish in West Bloomfield proudly presented a recognition plaque to District Deputy John Schrot of District 116 in honor of his four years of faithful service, guidance and friendship he so unselfishly provided. Mr. Schrot was especially proud of the Council’s four consecutive years of achieving Star Council. The award was presented by Grand Knight Richard Wolschlager (pictured left) during the June 16 general meeting. Following the presentation everyone in attendance enjoyed a chicken and ribs fellowship meal.

 

Dad Talk - Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Cycle A)

By: John Bursch - Sun, Jul 5, 2026 7:53 AM

There are only three times in the entire Gospel of Mathew where Jesus speaks out loud to God the Father, and this Sunday's Gospel reading is one of them. When Jesus shows us how to pray, we should listen! We'll discuss the lessons Jesus imparts - and unpack a potentially confusing passage from Paul - in this week's Dad Talk. Please share with a friend, and God bless!
 
Dad
 
Spotify - https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/burschjj/episodes/Dad-Talk---Fourteenth-Sunday-in-Ordinary-Time-Cycle-A-e3lj6kt
 
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dad-talk-fourteenth-sunday-in-ordinary-time-cycle-a/id1795067269?i=1000775237444
 
Riverside - https://riverside.com/shared/exported-clip/4e183af495c6a6b1cd5c

 

Exemplification Held on Sunday, June 21st 2026 for Kalamazoo Diocese District 406

By: Nick Zafer - Mon, Jun 29, 2026 10:47 PM

Exemplification Held on Sunday, June 21st 2026 for Kalamazoo Diocese District 406 at Council 6980, St. Catherine of Siena Church, Portage

Council 6980 in Kalamazoo Diocese District 406 held an Exemplification Ceremony on Sunday, June 21st 2026 in the Trinity Chapel at St. Catherine of Siena Church in Portage.  We are excited to welcome three new Brother Knights to St. Augustine Council 15439 in Kalamazoo – Fr. Arul Shyju, Gavin Smith, and Matthew Powers, and one new Brother Knight to St. Catherine of Siena Council 6980 in Portage – Ricky Carlson!

Au Lac Council Landscaping Work For Parishioner

By: Matt Hoxsie - Mon, Jun 29, 2026 10:43 PM

 

Members of Au Lac Council 10724 in Ira Township did landscaping work for a parishioner in need on June 23rd. Six brother Knights and one wife worked a total of 35 hours to complete the job. The council donated $504 to pay for the materials needed. The yard looks beautiful and the parishioner was ecstatic! Thank you brothers for your generous service!

 
Mark F. Kehoe
Grand Knight