2025 Keep Christ in Christmas Poster Contest - State Winners
By: James Kelly -
Sat, Mar 1, 2025 2:23 PM
The Keep Christ in Christmas Poster Contest was a huge success this year, with councils from every diocese participating! We received hundreds of submissions and judging was very tough, but in the end we are pleased to announce the following winners:
Kindergarten Michael Jordan Council 6534
Grades 1-2 Pedro Yeshua Pena Sanchez Council 13930
Grades 3-4 Jacob Miles Council 13319
Grades 5-6 Bianca Frusciano Council 744
Grades 7-8 Elayna MacDonald Council 10724

Winners were forwarded to Supreme for the next level of the contest. Thank you to all who participated!
James Kelly, PGK, FDD
State Family Director
2025 Golf Outing for Mary's Mantle at Top Golf
By: Ken Warzybok -
Wed, Feb 26, 2025 10:04 AM
Mark your calendars for Sunday, March 30th, and join the fun, food, and prizes at Top Golf in Auburn Hills in support of Mary’s Mantle!

Mary’s Mantle is a Catholic maternity home that provides a nurturing environment for expectant mothers to experience love and healthy relationships during their stay. The dedicated staff and volunteers work tirelessly to help these women understand their roles as mothers and plan for their futures. All of their work is guided by the teachings of Jesus Christ and carried out under the protective mantle of our Blessed Mother.
For more information, sponsorship opportunities, and to register for this event, please click here
Thank you for your prayerful and generous support and making a difference in the lives of these mothers and their children!
Cross Catholic Food Packing Event - Grand Rapids Diocese
By: Garret Kelenske -
Tue, Feb 25, 2025 4:46 PM

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the Knights and councils who have generously supported us in raising funds for this weekend's Cross Catholic Outreach Food Packing event in the Detroit Archdiocese. Thanks to your contributions, we will be able to pack 60,000 nutritious meals for children and families in need.
Our upcoming Food Packing event will take place in the Grand Rapids Diocese, with the date to be determined as we continue to receive donations from individuals and councils.
If you would like to contribute, personal donations can be made to your local KofC council. Council contribution checks should be made payable to the Michigan State Council, with "CCO" indicated in the memo line. Please mail checks directly to:
State CCO Director Garret Kelenske
1439 Maple Ridge Street
Muskegon, MI 49445
Thank you for demonstrating your commitment to putting Faith into Action by supporting efforts to alleviate hunger both globally and locally through Cross Catholic Outreach. Your generosity is truly making a difference in the lives of those in need.
Vivat Jesus!
Garret Kelenske
State Cross Catholic Outreach Director
g.kelenske@mikofc.org
Gaylord Diocesan Free Throw Winners
By: Patrick Oliver -
Sun, Feb 23, 2025 6:19 PM
The Gaylord Diocesan Free Throw was held on February 23rd. Congratulations to all who participated. Here are the Winners!
9 year old Girls
1st Place- Kenzie Kincka/Posen 2nd Place – Charley Barkett/Grayling
9 year old Boys
1st Place – Bennett Manne/Tawas City 2nd Place – Quentin Johnson/Grayling
10 year old Girls
1st Place – Jozlyn Kinka/Posen 2nd Place – Braylee Hadd/Lewiston
10 year old Boys
1st Place – Tyler Gajewski/Rogers City 2nd Place – Roscommon
11 year old Girls
1st Place – Amelia Thayer/Grayling
11 year old Boys
1st Place - Johnny Flynn/Harbor Springs 2nd Place – Kasen Christopher/Lewiston
12 year old Girls
1st Place – Alexandra Koss/Posen 2nd Place – Kennedy Burkett/Grayling
12 year old Boys
1st Place – Cameron Shiffer/Hillman 2nd Place – Kallen Tunney/Grayling
13 year old Girls
1st Place – MaKinzee DeFisher/Posen 2nd Place – Veronica LaRose/Lewsiton
13 year old Boys
1st Place – Tate Zigila/Frederick
14 year old Girls
1st Place – Elaina Flynn/Harbor Springs 2nd Place – Peyton Hadd/Lewiston
14 year old Boys
1st Place – Juan Wing/Roscommon 2nd Place – Landen DeVries/Posen
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Patrick Oliver
Diocesan Membership/Program Assistant
2025 Respect Life Benefit Dinner
By: Ed Strach -
Sat, Feb 22, 2025 9:16 AM
Join Us - Respect Life Benefit Dinner, Wednesday, April 2, 2025
By: Ed Strach, Sunday, February 2, 2025
Join us on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 for the 47th Annual Respect Life Benefit Dinner. The joint sponsorship between the Michigan State Council Knights of Columbus and Right to Life of Michigan continues our partnership efforts to Defend Life from conception to natural death.
See Lisa's personal invitation to the Knights of Columbus by clicking here

Michigan Knights of Columbus 83rd Annual Bowling Tournament - Officers Tournament
By: Gregory Zawalski -
Sun, Feb 16, 2025 5:55 AM

The 83rd Michigan Knights of Columbus Annual Bowling Tournament kicked off on February 15th with the start of the Officers Tournament! The Tournament continues through March 9th at Richfield Bowl, 5340 Richfield Rd, in Flint.
