News for KOC

News for Knights of Columbus

VOLUME 39 │ NUMBER 9 │ MAR. 2, 2021

Our new supreme knight, Patrick E. Kelly, took office yesterday, March 1. Additionally, we celebrate the Order’s 100,000th wheelchair donation in partnership with the Global Wheelchair Mission, as well as the launch of a new documentary on the Knights of Columbus and the military.

Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly's message to members Mr. Patrick Kelly’s tenure as the Order’s 14th supreme knight commenced yesterday. He began his term in office with a personal message to all Knights of Columbus members. WATCH VIDEO

Prepared to Lead and Serve – An interview with Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly about his vocational journey Following his election in early February, Patrick Kelly talked with the editors of Columbia about his past experiences and the path that led him to become the Order’s 14th supreme knight. READ MORE

New documentary available now – Armed with the Faith: The Knights of Columbus and the Military There is a natural affinity between the virtues of military service and the Knights’ principles, and the Order has never wavered in its support for the armed forces. This legacy is explored in a new 40-minute documentary, Armed with the Faith: The Knights of Columbus and the Military. In a special introduction to the documentary, Supreme Knight Kelly wrote, "The legacy of the Knights of Columbus’ service to our men and women in the armed forces is nearly as old as our organization itself and it is an essential component of our future. I am so very grateful to my predecessor, Supreme Knight Carl Anderson, for the strides he took to strengthen and deepen the bond of service between the Knights and the military, including this video." To read the supreme knight's full introduction to the documentary, click here. CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE DOCUMENTARY

Order Donates 100,000th Wheelchair Since 2003, the Knights of Columbus has funded the donation of wheelchairs to those in need around the world. Now, this life-changing initiative, in partnership with the Global Wheelchair Mission, has reached a new milestone — 100,000 wheelchairs delivered. Join us in celebrating the positive impact wheelchairs have had on these 100,000 lives. WATCH VIDEO

Supreme Chaplain’s Monthly Challenge for March This month, Supreme Chaplain Archbishop William Lori challenges us to spend 10 minutes each Sunday before Mass preparing to receive the Eucharist, and 10 additional minutes after Mass in thanksgiving for this gift. He also urges us to participate in the Faith in Action Sacramental Gifts program. To read the full monthly challenge, click here.

Watch the First Episode of KnightCast The first episode of KnightCast, a new webcast series promoting personal development and faith formation, premiered last Thursday. For a recap of the episode and to learn how you can watch it on demand, click here.

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