I am often asked what it means to be a Knight of Columbus. My answer is simple. A Knight lives by faith and leads by creative courage. Faith and courage compel us to be men of charity. It is often said “Where there is a need there’s a Knight.” And we prove it every day. We feed hungry families, give coats to kids, protect the vulnerable from catastrophe, and defend the unborn. But we are not merely volunteers. We are servants of Christ who see his face in those we serve. Ours is a charity that evangelizes. Faith and courage inspire us to be men of unity. The Knights are known as the “strong right arm of the Catholic Church.” We have always been firmly united with the pope, the Vicar of Christ. We stand with our bishops, support our priests and aid in the formation of seminarians and religious. We strengthen the family —- the domestic church —- helping men build strong marriages and raise faithful children. We strive to be the family’s first line of defense, encouraging men to embrace their vocation to heroic generosity and self-sacrifice. We are called to protect the truth from those who deny it, and bring the truth to those who need it. Finally, faith and courage bind us together in fraternity. A Knight of Columbus is never alone. Each one of us stands side-by-side with brothers in our parish and around the world. At a time when men are increasingly isolated, we offer solidarity. At a time when men are searching, we offer meaning and mission. Fraternity amplifies all we do. Alone, a man can do good works. Alongside his brother Knights, he can rise to greatness. So what does it mean to be a Knight? It means a life of faith in action, a life boldness in brotherhood, a life worth living. Catholic men are looking for nothing less, and they will find it.
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Catholics around the world have a lot of different ways of celebrating Epiphany on January 6. Catholics can receive a special home blessing on or around Epiphany, which can be performed by an adult member of the household or a priest. Many parishes will distribute blessed chalk so you can write this inscription above the door of your home: 20 + C + M + B + 25. ... See MoreSee Less
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Heidie, a Catholic convert, did not kneel or see others kneel in the Protestant community she came from. The first time she saw a kneeler, she thought it was a footrest. But seeing another woman flip it down to kneel and pray opened Heidie’s eyes to a practice she thought extinct and found mysterious. For those of us who are lifelong Catholics, Heidie’s reflection on kneeling can help us see its sacredness anew. ... See MoreSee Less
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There is so much that we can learn from the saints, not only through their words, but also through the way they lived their lives. The saints help us recognize saintly virtues that we might already possess at least in part, and knowing their lives can help us transform ours.
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In today’s Gospel, Jesus says: “Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”
I will be honest—while these words can sound comforting, there were times when I thought them also a bit of a joke—the not-so-funny kind. What part of “take up your cross daily” is restful? Or “be perfect as your heavenly Father is perfect?” Or “go into the whole world and proclaim the Gospel to every creature?” Saint resumes are rarely short.
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