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July 2026

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Welcome to the new MONTHLY Fraternal Leader Advisory

The Fraternal Leader Advisory has been updated to make it easier for council, district, state and assembly leaders to find all the important updates, new information and general reminders they need to stay up to date on Fraternal Operations, Programs, Fraternal Training, and Evangelization & Faith Formation. All the information featured in this issue can be found on our new FLA webpage.

FLA Live: July Edition - Fulfilling Our Mission in the New Fraternal Year

The next edition of our Fraternal Webinar Series will take place on Thursday, July 23 at 8:00 PM ET. Click here to register, learn this month's topics, submit questions, and find out how to showcase your council in a future webinar.

Officers Online Access

Officers and Program Personnel: whether new to a role or repeating for the 2026-2027 Fraternal Year, you can learn more about your Officers Online access here. 

NEW: Changes to the Star Awards

The requirements for Star Council and Star District Awards have changed for the 2026-2027 fraternal year. You can find all the updates here.

NEW: Annual Council Audit

The Council Audit changed from Semi-Annual to Annual for the 2025-2026 fraternal year. The new report must be submitted online. Find out more here. 

¡Viva Cristo Rey! – 100th Anniversary Novena to the KofC Mexican Martyrs

Join the Order and the Church in commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Cristero War. Beginning July 23, we will launch our digital Novena to the Knights of Columbus Mexican Martyrs. Stay tuned for more details! 

Fraternal Leadership Resources Sent to Council Leaders

Updated fraternal resources have been mailed to financial secretaries. Click here for a full list of materials that your council's financial secretary will receive.

New: Heart of the Gospel Retreat is Ready for Your Parish!

Find out more about Heart of the Gospel, a ready to use retreat that provides a transformative faith experience for all the men of your council and parish.

Important Reminders for Fraternal Leaders in July

• These highlights for July are designed to keep Fraternal Leaders on track as you begin the new fraternal year, with timely reminders for district deputies, grand knights, financial secretaries, and council EFF directors.
• Find recommendations for Fraternal Training.
• Learn more about District Master and Assembly quarterly training.
• Review this month’s featured Programs resources and start to plan out your fraternal year! 

Employment Opportunities

The Knights of Columbus Fraternal Mission Department has fantastic job opportunities. Visit https://careers.kofc.org/ to find one that matches your skills and goals.