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VOLUME 39 │ NUMBER 11 │ MARCH 17, 2021

The feast of St. Joseph, March 19, takes on even greater meaning during the Year of St. Joseph declared by Pope Francis this past Dec. 8. In this issue, learn more about the patron saint of fathers. Also, explore Father McGivney’s Irish roots, watch a new video of the Order’s aid to Indigenous populations in the Amazon, and learn how you can register for the next episode of KnightCast.

Photo by ACI Prensa Video: Order Donates Oxygen to COVID-Hit Amazon Region In the Amazon regions of Brazil and Peru, where there is insufficient access to oxygen, Indigenous populations in the Amazon have been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. In response, the Knights of Columbus sent nearly $250,000 in oxygen devices and pledged another $150,000 to develop an oxygen generation facility. WATCH VIDEO Read more on our news hub.

Photo by Antoine Mekary Getting to Know Joseph Many Catholics might be surprised to learn that the feast of St. Joseph wasn’t widely celebrated until the 16th century, and his title as Patron of the Universal Church did not come until the late 1800s. In fact, the Church’s appreciation for the head of the Holy Family has developed over millennia. READ MORE

The Chivalry of St. Joseph Today more than ever, the Church needs the noble strength and practical wisdom of the patron saint of fathers. READ MORE

Find more resources for reflecting upon the life and example of St. Joseph on our new Year of St. Joseph webpage.

The Irish Roots of the Knights of Columbus In addition to the feast of St. Joseph, the feast Ireland’s patron saint is also celebrated this week. On St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, we remember that our founder, was the son of Irish immigrants. The faith and culture passed down by his Irish ancestors inspired him to form the Order and impacted his vision for who the Knights would become and who they would serve around the world. READ MORE

KnightCast: Episode 2 Airs March 25 The next episode of KnightCast will air live on Thursday, March 25, 2021 at 8 p.m. EDT, and will feature interviews with March for Life President Jeanne Mancini, Super Bowl XLVII Champion Matt Birk, and Knights of Columbus general agent Daniel Schachle. If you miss the live event, you will be able to watch it on demand at your convenience. You only need to sign up once to be able to access all episodes of KnightCast. REGISTER NOW

Video: College Knights Build Ice Chapel Each year, College Knights at Michigan Tech and their chaplain help build a chapel from snow and ice, and encourage students to attend Mass. WATCH VIDEO

Tell others about Knightline Forward this newsletter to Catholic men interested in the Knights, and let them know that through June 30 they can become a member for free online using promo code MCGIVNEY2020 at kofc.org/join. You can also share your questions, feedback and story by emailing knightline@kofc.org.

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