Thousands gathered for the Right to Life Michigan March for Life, which placed special emphasis on supporting women facing unplanned pregnancies and coincided with the anniversary of Proposal 3, at the Michigan State Capitol in Lansing on Thursday, November 6, 2025. The Michigan State Council board and members from councils across the state were well represented at the march.
Prior to the march the day began with a Mass for Life at St. Mary Cathedral, just steps away from the Capitol. Bishop Earl Boyea of the Diocese of Lansing presided as well as providing the opening prayer for the march. State Deputy Barry Borsenik lead the marchers in the pledge of allegiance. Also joining us in the march was Tim Saccoccia, Vice President of Public Policy, Knights of Columbus.
Knights of Columbus members were visible in their yellow safety vests through out the day assisting with the logistics of guiding the over seventy buses that came from across the state with pro life moms, dads, children and students to attend the march. In addition, several of the Knights of Columbus volunteers distributed the Love Life, Choose Life posters and help guide the volunteers through the march route. Thank you all our volunteers who helped make the march a safe and successful one.
A special thank you to the St. Mary Cathedral Council #11694, Lansing, Grand Knight Phil Schertzing for all their help and support leading up to the march and the day of the march.
Please read this couragous story of a bond between two Brother Knights in the Grand Rapids area, and how DD310 Ike Yskes donated a kidney to a Brother Knight.
On Sunday, October 19, 2025 the Bishop Fulton Sheen Council #7487 in Jenison held a CUF and welcomed two new members into their council, and one new member into Council #12258.
Welcome to our new brothers Matthew Fancher (#7487), Ryan Levandowski (#7487) and Luke Stehney (#12258)!
Pictured L to R: Luke Stehney (#12258), DGK/PD Kevin Lanenbach (#12258), Ryan Levandowski, DPD/PGK/Trustee Tonino Michienzi, DW/PGK/EFF Paul Kwiatkowski, Matthew Fancher, David Kuczera, GK Mike Zomerlei, Advocate Pete Faraci, Warden Ken Daly
The Michigan Knights of Columbus was a major sponsor of the 2025 Catholic League Prep Bowl which showcases the best of Catholic High School and Middle School Sports across the Detroit Area!
The event took place at Ford Field in Detroit on Saturday, October 24th, and ran the entire day.
Throughout the event, State Officers and Directors honored Catholic School teachers, Academic achievements of students at our Catholic Schools, and outstanding Catholic School Athletes for the Fall sports season.
On Sunday morning, Council 6223 held an Exemplification of Charity, Unity, and Fraternity at our beautiful St. Joseph Shrine in Brooklyn where we brought 1 new member into our council. With this new member, Irish Hills Council 6223 has reached 100% of our quota for the year!
Many thanks to our degree team and our Membership Director Don Kortas.
Pictured L-R Bob Marcero, Ron Pinsoneault, GK Matt Girdham, new Knight Mark McEldowney, DD503 Robert Padley, DGK Mike Kimutis, and Kirk Falk
The Other Choice - Interview with State Deputy Barry Borsenik and RTL MI President Amber Roseboom
In this interview State Deputy Barry Borsenik and RTL MI President discuss the upcoming Right to Life Michigan March for Life on Thursday, November 6, 2025 at the State Capitol and several other Life related topics. A must see for every Michigan Knights of Columbus member to get a better understanding of the importance of our relationship with Right to Life Michigan for the upcoming march and so much more.
Today’s Gospel reading is the origin of a famous 4th century petition called the “Jesus prayer” or “prayer of the heart.” It's a beautiful expression of humility, recognizing that we are creatures, not the creator. Equally beautiful is Paul’s reflection in the second reading as he prepares for his martyrdom. We’ll dive into the details of both in today’s Dad Talk. Please share with a friend, and God bless! Dad
Several Brother Knights and Ladies attended the 2025 Michigan Catholic Women's Conference this year on October 11th. The theme of this year's conference was "Living the Promise".
Worthy State Deputy, along with First Lady Mandy Borsenik, told their story to the women in the audience and about how the Order has strengthen their faith and has given them strength.
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