On October 26th, the Catholic High School League hosted the 52nd Prep Bowl, presented by the Knights of Columbus and held at the fabulous home of the Detroit Lions, Ford Field!
All of our State Officers were present, along with many District Deputies, Grand Knights, State Directors, Diocesan Directors, State Deputy Regional Representatives, Faithful Navigators, and (of course) our Fourth Degree Color Corps did a magnificent job!
The 66th Annual Detroit Bishop’s Dinner was held on October 8th at Lovett Hall in Dearborn. This year's theme, "From Silence to Support: Advocacy, Education, and Hope," highlights Guest House's commitment to providing hope for individuals in recovery, those experiencing isolation, families facing challenges in silence, and for a society free of stigma.
Michigan State Deputy, Barry Borsenik, delivered a poignant address to the attendees on the importance of supporting individuals dealing with mental health and addiction issues.
Brothers, Vivat Jesus!
Today marks two months until Christmas Day! While two months may seem like a lot of time, the holiday season has a way of sneaking up on us with all the shopping, decorating, cooking, gift wrapping, and festive music that comes along with it.
And speaking of gifts, this year we can all give our Catholic friends a unique and meaningful present that will be cherished forever: the Gift of Knighthood!
The Gift of Knighthood is a long-standing gift that holds its value indefinitely. This printable card serves as a useful tool when engaging with potential members, allowing you to showcase the Order's accomplishments while offering them the gift of Free Membership.
Below are links to downloadable PDF files for your convenience. It is recommended that you use card-stock for printing purposes. The single PDF file can be easily shared via email with friends, family, and prospective members. Alternatively, the four-per-page format can be printed, cut into individual gift cards, and distributed accordingly.
Link to single per page https://bit.ly/4eKKK45
Link to four per page https://bit.ly/4eJ8h5N
Suggestions for Use:
1) Distribute these cards among your Brother Knights so they can present them as gifts to their Catholic friends and neighbors.
2) Share these cards with your wife so that she may pass them along to her Catholic acquaintances to give to their husbands.
3) Remember to include your name, council number, and contact information on the back of the card for easy reference.
Keeping with the holiday spirit, encourage Catholic men to become a “Knight Before Christmas”!
Download this .jpg file by clicking here; the possibilities are endless!
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE:
1) Use this resource on your council's webpage and/or social media platforms to encourage your audience to select your council # as their preferred choice when joining online.
2) Include this information in your parish bulletin, urging readers to designate your council # as their council of choice when joining online.
3) If your parish uses projection screens, please be sure to provide the parish media director with the .jpg file to display this message before Mass.
Also, please be sure to visit the Michigan Knights of Columbus Facebook and Instagram pages between now and Christmas Eve for additional “Knight Before Christmas” messages that you can share to your council’s social media pages.
Brothers, we sincerely appreciate your efforts in utilizing these membership recruitment tools. As we approach the holiday season, let us reflect on the true essence of giving and the profound impact that the Gift of Knighthood can have.
Thank you for your dedication to the Knights of Columbus and for spreading the spirit of generosity during this joyous time of year.
SOAR With Us!
Douglas D. Kokot
State Membership Director
In the midst of the current global turmoil, with conflicts raging in Europe and the Middle East, political and social unrest in the United States, and the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Helena, it is evident that we need to pray for God’s guidance, wisdom, and input.
With October being the month dedicated to the Most Holy Rosary, Knights of Columbus councils across Michigan are stepping up by organizing group rosaries for our nation.
As more notifications of October rosary events come in, we will continue to update this article.
Each year the Knights of Columbus with the Detroit Archdiocesan Vocations League sponsor a Memorial Mass held at Sacred Heart Major Seminary. It is a very moving event and the name of every Brother who is being memorialized on a plaque is read aloud and also printed in the program. The Mass is attended by the State Officers, Fourth Degree Color Corps and all Brother Knights and their families who wish to attend. This is followed by a brunch where we get to meet some of the current seminarians and future priests.
This year’s Mass is going to be held on Sunday November 3 2024
Time: 10 am, please be seated by 9:45
Location: Sacred Heart Seminary 2701 Chicago Blvd. Detroit, 48206
Enter on Linwood south of Chicago.
If you wish to memorialize a Knight from your family or Council fill out the plaque application that can be found on the State Website or click here or contact Mike Cousins: m.cousins@mikofc.org 586-610-6497
