Journey Into the Desert This Lent | |
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All members are invited to “enter the desert” this Lent with Fr. Innocent Montgomery, CFR, by signing up to receive daily Lenten reflections and weekly videos based on Born of Fire – a daily Lenten devotional for men. During Lent, we are called to pray, fast, and almsgiving – these reflections will not only guide your Lenten prayer but also help you consider the identities of a man. An invitation to opt-in to the daily emails was sent last week to all members. Please encourage the men of your council to sign-up to receive these reflections. Members must sign up by Feb. 7.
If you’d like to dive deeper with Fr. Innocent Montgomery this Lent, we invite you to purchase a special print of Born of Fire from kokfc.org/shopcis.
*click on the image to Pre-order your copy today
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College Webinar: Meet the New College Team | |
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Join us on Wednesday, February 7 at 8:00 PM EST for an informative college webinar entitled Meet the New College Team.
This month we will be introducing the New College Councils Team and Advisory Board. We will also discuss the rest of the fraternal year and preparing for graduation.
And remember, if you can't join us live, it will be available on-demand afterwards. In either case, sign up to get the link for this important webinar. Click on the button below to register.
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February Fraternal Webinar: Council Focus Areas for the Next Four Months | |
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Join us on Thursday, February 22nd at 8:00 PM EST, for an informative fraternal webinar entitled Council Focus Areas for the Next Four Months.
In this webinar, we will share with you where your Council's focus should be for the final four months of the Fraternal Year. We will cover essential information your council needs to be successful in growth, programs and administrative tasks as you attempt to make Star Council.
And remember, if you can't join us live, it will be available on-demand afterwards. Be sure to sign-up to ensure you get the link for this important webinar. Click on the button below to register.
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Important Reminders for Fraternal Leaders | |
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District Deputy
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Contact each grand knight in your district to discuss their council’s progress towards earning the Star Council award. Pay particular attention to OYP compliance and the submission of Form 11077, the Fraternal Benefits Event Council Report.
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Confirm that your councils will submit the Semiannual Council Audit Report (#1295) by Feb. 15.
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Fourth Degree
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Quarterly District Master training will continue on Monday April 22, 2024 at 8:00 PM EST. We will discuss end of Fraternal Year planning (award applications, making sure forms are submitted, preparing for the next Fraternal Year) and our continued build up to the 4th Degree's 125th Anniversary in February of 2025. Please call or email me with any questions: Michael J. Porter, 4th Degree Director of Training: MJPKNIGHT9282@AOL.COM
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Online training sessions are conducted by experienced Fraternal Trainers and are available to watch on demand after the live viewing. Encourage members in your jurisdiction to register for upcoming online sessions or on demand training by visiting kofc.org/training, or by clicking on the links below.
Note: All Times are Eastern
February 6, 2024, 10:00 PM.......Council Officer Succession Planning
February 12, 2024, 8:00 PM.......Public Relations
February 20, 2024, 8:00 PM.......Recruitment
February 21, 2024, 8:00 PM.......Activity Drives
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Support Mothers and Babies Through the (ASAP) Program | |
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Did you know 83% of Americans support pregnancy resource centers, which offer support to mothers both during their pregnancy and after their baby is born? * Pregnancy resource centers need our help to support the women who come through their doors. Your council can help support mothers and their babies through the Aid and Support After Pregnancy (ASAP) program. For every $500 your council or assembly donates to a pregnancy resource center or maternity home (up to $2,000), the Supreme Council will donate $100. Learn more and get involved at kofc.org/asap.
*According to the 2024 Knights of Columbus-Marist Poll
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ASAP and Ultrasound featured in Columbia magazine
Knights helped to build a culture of life by partnering with Catholic medical centers in New York, Michigan, and Virginia through the ultrasound and ASAP programs. Michigan Knights raised over $125,000 in one pass-the-hat effort to help open the Heart of Christ Clinic in Detroit. Virginia Knights have provided 6 ultrasound machines to Tepeyac Clinic since the beginning of the program.
Read the January/February 2024 edition of Columbia for these stories and ideas for how your council can participate in the ASAP and Ultrasound programs.
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International Wheelchair Day
March 1st is International Wheelchair Day. Encourage your council to hold a “Wheelchair Sunday” at your parish to help collect funds for wheelchairs – every wheelchair funded is an answered prayer for a person without mobility.
For more information about “Wheelchair Sundays,” visit American Wheelchair Mission’s website at www.amwheelchair.org and the Canadian Wheelchair Foundation at www.cdnwheelchair.ca.
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Food for Families
Lent is the perfect liturgical season for participating in the Food for Families program. Consider hosting a 40 Cans for Lent activity with your council – each participant can donate 1 food item for each day of Lent. For every $500 or 1,000 pounds of food donated, the Supreme Council will refund $100 back to the council – up to a maximum of $500 per council per fraternal year. For more information, visit www.kofc.org/food.
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Aligning Financial Decisions with Faith | |
Grounded in Catholic Faith, Knights of Columbus offers access to financial products and services. This video shows our members and prospects that when they insure their family, invest with integrity, and give generously with us, they work to ensure that their financial decisions protect human life, promote human dignity and enhance the common good. | |
Resources to Support Your Work | |
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As the anniversary of the conflict in Ukraine approaches this month, be sure to refer to the Post Convention Toolkit for guidance available in Supplies Online for guidance on using the assets available to share all the good work that the Knights are doing to support our brothers in Ukraine.
Stay tuned to kofc.org/Ukraine for more information and updates leading up to the anniversary.
*Click the image to download today.
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Employment Opportunities | |
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The Knights of Columbus Fraternal Mission Department has a fantastic job opportunity. Please feel free to forward to any members who may be qualified:
Coordinator of Hispanic Program Engagement
The Coordinator of Hispanic Program Engagement will coordinate the development and implementation of Hispanic programs, initiatives and special events. The coordinator assists with all aspects of Hispanic programming and engagement including communications, resource development, and operations and administration.
The ideal candidate for this position is a college graduate and member of the Knights of Columbus. Experience as a council officer is desirable. Fluency in Spanish is required, both oral and written, as is a deep understanding of Hispanic-American and Hispanic-Immigrant cultures. The position is hybrid (remote Monday and Friday, in the office Tuesday – Thursday) and located at the Supreme Council Headquarters in New Haven, Connecticut.
Click HERE for more information and to apply.
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Thank you for your service to the Order. If you have any questions or suggestions during your term, please email fraternalmission@kofc.org | | | | |
