Knights of Columbus

Pope Leo XIV offers a heartfelt message to the Knights of Columbus gathered for the 143rd Supreme Convention in Washington, D.C. Speaking during the Jubilee Year of Hope, the Holy Father reflects on the virtue of hope and commends the Knights for their faithful witness through charity, fraternity, and service to those in need. He honors the legacy of Blessed Michael McGivney and encourages all Knights to be living “Heralds of Hope” in their communities and throughout the world. Learn more at kofc.org/greeting

In Into the Breach: The Dignity of Work, Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly shares about the ways that making time for friendship and brotherhood require making time for leisure. Watch all the episodes at kofc.org/intothebreach

A lot of men don’t need another program. They need brotherhood. They need purpose. They need other men pursuing Christ seriously. That’s where Cor comes in. Cor creates a space for honest conversation, prayer, formation, and fraternity, and for many men, it becomes their introduction to the Knights of Columbus. Learn more at kofc.org/cor

For more than three decades, Knights from Raleigh, North Carolina Council 9709, in partnership with the American Red Cross, have donated over 5,000 units of blood. Through consistent outreach, strong organization, and a commitment to serving their community, the council has built one of the most effective blood drives in the region. Their sustained efforts have likely helped save as many as 15,000 lives—an enduring testament to the power of charity in action.

The Knights of Columbus has long been a proud sponsor and supporter of the March for Life. Today, we join Canadians in gathering on Parliament Hill to take a stand for the sacredness of human life from conception to natural death. Please join us in praying for women and families facing crisis pregnancies, and for a renewal of the sacredness of life. -- Les Chevaliers de Colomb sont depuis longtemps de fiers commanditaires et soutiens de la Marche pour la vie. Aujourd’hui, nous nous joignons aux Canadiens rassemblés sur la Colline du Parlement pour défendre le caractère sacré de la vie humaine, de la conception jusqu’à la mort naturelle. Veuillez vous joindre à nous dans la prière pour les femmes et les familles confrontées à des grossesses difficiles, ainsi que pour un renouveau du respect du caractère sacré de la vie.

Knights of Columbus, in partnership with the USCCB and CNEWA, hosted “United in Hope for Ukraine,” a special evening focused on the continued humanitarian aid needed for those impacted by the ongoing war. Metropolitan Archbishop Borys Gudziak of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Archeparchy of Philadelphia shared stories of his time on the frontlines in Ukraine with over 30 people in person and more than 600 virtually who attended the May 4th event.

Joining the Knights of Columbus is a way to support your parish, strengthen your faith, and stand alongside other Catholic men committed to service. Together, members put their faith into action to make a difference for families in their communities and beyond. Take the first step today at kofc.org/join

Knights of Columbus recently gathered in New York City in conjunction with the USCCB and CNEWA to share about the ongoing work these agencies continue to do to support the people of Ukraine. “Many people ask, ‘where is God in this war’? St. John Paul II was asked about the mystery of evil in the 20th century - where was God during WWII?" said Szymon Czyszek, Knights of Columbus Director of International Growth Europe. "He said that God placed a limit of evil by his Divine Mercy. So, with every care package, every prosthetic, every pilgrimage for widows, and scholarship for orphans, we show the Ukrainian people that God is present, that God has not forgotten about them. Today, each one of us can be the agent of God’s mercy for the Ukrainian people.”

Faith doesn’t stay still. God continues to call us deeper—into prayer, virtue, and trust. Growth begins when we’re willing to respond. Get started today at kofc.org/learnmore

On this day in 1917, the Blessed Mother appeared to three young shepherd children in Fatima, Portugal, with a message that still echoes today: pray, repent, and trust in God’s mercy. Our Lady didn’t choose the powerful or the important. She chose children. And through them, she reminded the whole world of something simple and urgent. God is real, He loves us, and He is calling us back to Him. In a world full of noise, her invitation is quiet but clear: Pray the Rosary. Turn your heart toward God. Don’t be afraid to begin again. Our Lady of Fatima, pray for us. 🙏 (Getty Images: Image of Our Lady of Fatima in the Basilica of Santuario do Sameiro in Bom Jesus do Monte, Braga, Portugal)

As enrollment at trade-focused institutions in the United States has risen over the past several years, innovative trade schools that form young men in both a craft and Catholic discipleship have begun to take root. With its emphasis on charity and fraternity, the Knights of Columbus naturally aligns with the mission of these new schools, and three in particular — in California, Illinois and Michigan — are led by Knights. Read more: bit.ly/3PanTHW Featured: Santiago Catholic Trade School instructor Jeff Rice (foreground), who also serves as a district deputy in Orange County, Calif., oversees students constructing a confessional during a build in March. (Photo by Juanito Holandez Jr.)

Blind and weighing less than two pounds at birth, Tony DeBlois defied every expectation placed on him. A musical savant, he began playing piano at age two and went on to graduate from Berklee College of Music in 1996. Encouraged by his devoted mother, Janice, Tony persevered through challenges and grew into a gifted performer who has inspired audiences around the world. Through his music, joy, and faith, Tony offers a powerful witness to the dignity of every human life and reminds others to embrace their God-given gifts with courage and gratitude.

Blessed Michael McGivney founded the Knights of Columbus so that men could experience communion and fellowship with one another and with God, a mission that remains critical in an age of growing isolation and loneliness. In his latest column for Columbia, Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly highlights St. Pier Giorgio Frassati as someone who understood the importance of holy friendship. “With the help of his friends, he continually sought God’s will,” he writes, “and, by his grace, climbed to the heights of heaven.” Read more: bit.ly/4urIlCQ (OSV News photo/Catholic Press Photo)

"CNEWA and the USCCB subcommittee were joined by the Knights of Columbus in sponsoring the event, which featured an update on the situation in Ukraine by Metropolitan Archbishop Borys A. Gudziak of the Ukrainian Catholic Archeparchy of Philadelphia, who divides his time between the U.S. and Ukraine as part of his multiple leadership roles in the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church and at Ukrainian Catholic University." osvnews.com/catholic-aid-o…

In Into the Breach: The Dignity of Work, David Michael Phelps, president of Harmel Academy of the Trades, shares how every man can meet God in the work he was created for. Watch all the videos in this Knights of Columbus-produced series at kofc.org/intothebreach

Joining the Knights isn’t about adding one more thing to your schedule—it’s about stepping into something meaningful. When the invitation comes, be open to what that yes might make possible. Find out more at kofc.org/learnmore

Today, we say thank you. For the work you do, day in and day out. For the steadiness, the patience, and the care you give, even when it goes unnoticed. For every woman who mothers, in families, in friendships, in quiet, everyday ways. And we’re grateful for the example of Mary, our Mother, who shows us what faithful love looks like. We don’t always say it, but we are always grateful. Happy Mother’s Day 💐

“If you love me, you will keep my commandments.” — John 14:15 In today’s Gospel, Jesus connects love with action. To love Him is not just a feeling, but a way of living, choosing His commandments and walking in His truth. He also promises that we are not left alone. The Father sends the Advocate, the Spirit of truth, to remain with us and within us. We are never abandoned; God is present, guiding and strengthening us each day. 🙏 Lord, deepen our love for You, help us live Your commandments, and open our hearts to the presence of Your Spirit.

Morgan and Daniel Izzo, high school friends turned husband and wife, longed to grow their family after suffering a miscarriage. An ethical medical intervention helped them achieve a healthy pregnancy, but future attempts brought new challenges. Offered IVF—contrary to their Catholic faith—they turned instead to prayer, entrusting their hopes to God and seeking the intercession of Blessed Michael McGivney. Soon after, they discovered they were expecting, receiving the child as a gift they believe came through his intercession.

We believe that when men come together in fraternity seeking to grow in faith, they can change the world. A Knights of Columbus membership offers many resources to support you in both strengthening and living out your faith every day. Join today at kofc.org/join

The Knights of Columbus congratulates Pope Leo XIV on the first anniversary of his election as the successor of St. Peter. During the first year of his pontificate, Pope Leo has called the Church to deeper unity in Christ and greater concern for the poor, the unborn and all those suffering from war and displacement. In a statement shortly after Pope Leo’s election on May 8, 2025, Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly affirmed the Order’s solidarity with the Holy Father: “I pledge our loyalty to Pope Leo XIV as well as our prayers today and every day of his pontificate. In the years ahead, we will proudly stand with him as we seek together to build up the Kingdom of God.” (CNS Photo/Vatican Media)