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Our special Web coverage of the 49th International Eucharistic Congress in Quebec City features photographs and news stories by Columbia magazine Editor Tim Hickey.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/eb/en/news/releases/detail/547697.html http://www.kofc.org/un/eb/en/news/releases/detail/547697.html Fri., 25 Jun 2008 12:54 ET
The state deputies concluded their meeting in New Haven June 8 with a Mass celebrated by Supreme Chaplain Bishop William Lori. Supreme Knight Carl Anderson then spoke, stressing the need for the continuing development of the Order – in membership growth, individual faith formation, and overall charitable outreach.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547659 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547659 Tue., 09 Jun 2008 19:21 ET
The Knights of Columbus announced June 7 that it set new all-time records for charitable giving and volunteer service hours in 2007. Supreme Knight Carl A. Anderson released the results of the survey in a speech to state deputies and members of the board of directors in New Haven.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/eb/en/news/releases/detail/547649.html http://www.kofc.org/un/eb/en/news/releases/detail/547649.html Sun., 08 Jun 2008 13:24 ET
The Knights of Columbus announced June 7 that it set new all-time records for charitable giving and volunteer service hours in 2007. Supreme Knight Carl A. Anderson released the results of the survey in a speech to state deputies and members of the board of directors in New Haven.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/eb/en/news/releases/detail/547649.html http://www.kofc.org/un/eb/en/news/releases/detail/547649.html Sun., 08 Jun 2008 13:24 ET
Growing the Knights of Columbus more broadly and forming members more completely as Catholic leaders will be the twin goals of the Order in 2008-09. Supreme Knight Carl A. Anderson outlined the objectives for the new fraternal year in remarks to 36 newly elected state deputies attending an orientation seminar at the Supreme Council office in New Haven June 5 .]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/eb/en/news/releases/detail/547648.html http://www.kofc.org/un/eb/en/news/releases/detail/547648.html Sun., 08 Jun 2008 13:24 ET
Knights are helping to prepare for the thousands of pilgrims expected to attend the 49th International Eucharistic Congress (IEC) June 15- 22 in Quebec City. IEC organizers see it as an invaluable opportunity to celebrate the Catholic faith, grow closer to Christ and help inspire spiritual renewal.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547637 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547637 Mon., 02 Jun 2008 14:31 ET
Building the spiritual strength of the Order was the focus of a meeting of Knights of Columbus chaplains in New Haven, May 27-28. Supreme Chaplain Bishop William E. Lori convened the meeting, which was attended by chaplains from New York, Connecticut, Virginia and Washington, D.C. Topping the agenda was a recap of Pope Benedict XVI’s U.S. apostolic trip in April and ways the Knights of Columbus can build on the good will the visit created. The pope struck a “deep chord” in American culture, Bishop Lori said, and has given the Church “an opportunity to evangelize.”]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547632 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547632 Mon., 02 Jun 2008 14:31 ET
Supreme Knight Carl A. Anderson and Mrs. Dorian Anderson delivered a joint commencement address at the Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., on Saturday, May 17. Under clear blue skies on the east steps of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Mr. and Mrs. Anderson, who are both members of the Pontifical Council on the Family, addressed some 1,200 graduating students and their families. Each received an honorary doctorate in theology at the ceremony.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547609 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547609 Sat., 17 May 2008 19:40 ET
New polling data released May 8 by the Knights of Columbus shows that Pope Benedict XVI’s visit to the United States in April produced a sharp jump in the proportion of American Catholics with a more positive view of the pope following his trip. The information provides data specifically about Catholics, and is a companion to an analysis released April 30 about the views of Americans generally.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/eb/en/news/releases/detail/547588.html http://www.kofc.org/un/eb/en/news/releases/detail/547588.html Thu, 8 May 2008 22:10 ET
A poll taken immediately following the conclusion of Pope Benedict XVI’s visit to the United States shows that it had a powerful impact on public attitudes toward the pope, the Church, and a willingness to live their faith more fully.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547582 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547582 Wed, 30 Apr 2008 14:14 ET
In proclaiming our founder a Venerable Servant of God, Pope Benedict XVI has given the Knights a great spiritual gift.]]> http://kofc.org/un/eb/en/news/supreme/detail/547560.html http://kofc.org/un/eb/en/news/supreme/detail/547560.html Thu, 24 Apr 2008 10:17 ET
During his homily at this morning’s Mass for clergy and religious at St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Pope Benedict XVI made special mention of “the remarkable accomplishment of that exemplary American priest, the Venerable Michael McGivney, whose vision and zeal led to the establishment of the Knights of Columbus.”]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547544 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547544 Sat, 19 Apr 2008 10:49 ET
Pope Benedict XVI will have a lasting memorial of his April 20 Mass at Yankee Stadium, courtesy of the Knights of Columbus. The New York ballpark will permanently commemorate the occasion with a bronze plaque, commissioned by the Catholic fraternal organization, which is based in nearby New Haven, Conn.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547541 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547541 Sat, 21 Apr 2008 9:19 ET
When Pope Benedict XVI meets with interfaith leaders on April 17 at the John Paul II Cultural Center in Washington, D.C., his connection with his predecessor will be illustrated in a visible way. The high-back, gold-trimmed chair that the Knights of Columbus is providing for Pope Benedict during the interfaith meeting is the same one that was used by Pope John Paul II during the latter’s Mass at Aqueduct Raceway in 1995.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547527 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547527 Thu, 14 Apr 2008 17:39 ET
The first visit to the United States by Pope Benedict XVI as Holy Father will also mark a historic first for the Knights of Columbus. During Pope Benedict’s April 16 meeting with President Bush at the White House, 30 Fourth Degree Knights in full regalia will provide an honor guard for the ceremony. It is the first time the Fourth Degree will stand in formation for a pope and president at the White House.]]> http://kofc.org/un/eb/en/members/fourth/index.html http://kofc.org/un/eb/en/members/fourth/index.html Thu, 10 Apr 2008 11:39 ET
Benedict XVI will visit the US from April 15 to 20 to pass on a revolution, the revolution of virtue, affirmed an authorized lay exponent of the Church in the country, Carl Anderson.]]> http://www.h2onews.org/_page_videoview.php?id_news=534 http://www.h2onews.org/_page_videoview.php?id_news=534 Fri, 4 Apr 2008 15:38 ET
Many children are deeply affected and often harmed by the divorce of their parents, and a great number of women and men experience emotional pain and psychological effects as a result of their experience with abortion. That is the message of an international panel of experts meeting in Rome April 4 and 5, who have studied these issues, and have come together to help begin discussion of pastoral solutions to those affected.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547512 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547512 Fri, 4 Apr 2008 15:38 ET
View news video of Supreme Knight Carl Anderson's Rome presentation on his new book 'A Civilization of Love.']]> http://www.h2onews.org/_page_videoview.php?id_news=530 http://www.h2onews.org/_page_videoview.php?id_news=530 Mon, 31 Mar 2008 8:33 ET
Supreme Knight Carl Anderson, in Rome to present his book "A Civilization of Love: What Every Catholic Can Do to Transform the World," told the ZENIT news service that the message of Pope Benedict's two encyclicals is the same one the people of the United States are waiting for when he visits April 15-20. "We are talking about a revolution of virtue, but of the theological virtues: faith, hope and love," said Anderson. "! And this is the message Benedict XVI has given us with his two encyclicals, 'Deus Caritas Est' on love, and 'Spe Salvi,' on hope."]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547505 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547505 Wed, 2 Apr 2008 17:55 ET
While in Rome for a presentation on his new book 'A Civilization of Love' Supreme Knight Carl Anderson gave this interview to Vatican Radio.]]> http://62.77.60.84/audio/ra/00109041.rm http://62.77.60.84/audio/ra/00109041.rm Wed, 2 Apr 2008 17:55 ET
Fourth Degree Knights are raising funds to offset the cost of the Knights of Columbus Incarnation Dome at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. The Order committed $1 million to the dome, which was dedicated Nov. 17 and is challenging Fourth Degree assemblies to raise half of this amount.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/eb/en/members/fourth/dome.html http://www.kofc.org/un/eb/en/members/fourth/dome.html Mon, 31 Mar 2008 8:33 ET
Recently, Catholic Digest magazine asked a number of Catholic leaders, myself included, to share their thoughts on Pope Benedict XVI’s visit to the United States. Here is what I wrote.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/eb/en/news/supreme/detail/547482.html http://www.kofc.org/un/eb/en/news/supreme/detail/547482.html Mon, 31 Mar 2008 8:33 ET
Americans have an overwhelmingly positive view of Pope Benedict XVI on the eve of his visit to the United States, according to a new poll released March 25 at a Newsmaker event at the National Press Club. The poll was commissioned by the Knights of Columbus and conducted by the Marist College Institute for Public Opinion.]]> http://kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547470 http://kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547470 Tue, 25 Mar 2008 17:16 ET
View the Webcast of Supreme Knight Carl Anderson's March 25 briefing to the national press corps. Topics included results of a specially-commissioned poll on American attitudes toward Pope Benedict XVI and the Catholic Church; his new book, A Cilvilization of Love; and the Holy Father's U.S. visit.]]> http://video.vdat.com/playmedia_embed2.asp?sid=84222&aid=85596 http://video.vdat.com/playmedia_embed2.asp?sid=84222&aid=85596 Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:30 ET
As part of a panel discussion that includes survivors of 9/11 and the Rwandan genocide, Carl Anderson will present his new book, A Civilization of Love, at the UN’s Dag Hammarskjöld Library at 6 p.m.on March 26.]]> http://kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547451 http://kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547451 Mon, 24 Mar 2008 16:30 ET
A new book by Supreme Knight Carl Anderson, being published exactly three weeks before Pope Benedict XVI's arrival in the United States, provides insights into the themes the pope is likely to stress and provides a practical guide for Catholics who want to help change the culture in this presidential election year and beyond.]]> http://kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547452 http://kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547452 Mon, 24 Mar 2008 16:30 ET
The Knights of Columbus has annoucned that it will sponsor a nationally-broadcast television discussion program previewing Pope Benedict XVI’s visit to the United States in April.]]> http://kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547454 http://kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547454 Mon, 24 Mar 2008 16:30 ET
Pope Benedict XVI declared Father Michael J. McGivney venerable March 15, approving a decree of "Heroic Virtue" for the parish priest who founded the Knights of Columbus. This step significantly advances Father McGivney's cause for sainthood.]]> http://kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547428 http://kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547428 Sun, 16 Mar 2008 12:00 ET
The new site, www.acivilizationoflove.com, features a variety of resources, including information about a scheduled book tour.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547418 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547418 Wed, 12 Mar 2008 8:45 ET
A special issue of Columbia magazine focusing on Pope Benedict XVI’s ministry and his message, a Web site devoted to the papal visit, and financial and logistical support are just some of the ways the Knights of Columbus Supreme Council is contributing to the pope’s April 15-20 visit to the United States. “We are helping to make sure the Holy Father gets the reception he deserves by preparing the Catholic community for his visit,” said Supreme Knight Carl A. Anderson.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547420 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547420 Wed, 12 Mar 2008 8:45 ET
The Knights of Columbus, in conjunction with the Diocese of Green Bay, Wis., is sponsoring a nationwide essay contest to welcome Pope Benedict XVI to the United States April 15-20. The contest is open to students in grades nine through 12.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547419 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547419 Wed, 12 Mar 2008 8:45 ET
Supreme Knight Carl Anderson delivered an address to – and answered questions from – students at Harvard University on the theme of his forthcoming book A Civilization of Love on March 5. Scores of students attended. All author proceeds from the sale of A Civilization of Love will go to Knights of Columbus Charities.]]> hhttp://kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547416 http://kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547416 Wed, 12 Mar 2008 8:45 ET
The Knights of Columbus and the National Organization for Marriage are responding to the pope’s call to protect marriage — and they are urging Catholics everywhere to join them.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547381 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547381 Tue, 26 Feb 2008 10:30 ET
Supreme Knight Carl A. Anderson and his wife Dorian participated in a Vatican congress Feb. 7-9 to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Pope John Paul II’s apostolic letter on the dignity and vocation of women. Organized by the Pontifical Council for the Laity, the event emphasized the enduring relevance of Pope John Paul II’s insights in Mulieris Dignitatem.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547382 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547382 Tue, 26 Feb 2008 10:25 ET
The Ark of the New Covenant, the symbolic centerpiece of this summer’s International Eucharistic Congress (IEC), will begin the final leg of its trip to Quebec City starting on Easter, March 23. Since Pope Benedict XVI blessed the wooden chest decorated with icons in Rome in 2006, it has been taken to more than 65 dioceses across Canada, often by Knights of Columbus.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547379 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=547379 Tue, 26 Feb 2008 10:30 ET
U.S. Congressional committee is about to take America’s overseas AIDS relief program and use it as a vehicle for population control and abortion promotion. Knights are urged to write to their congressmen (especially if they’re members of the House Foreign Affairs Committee) to oppose this change.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/legislative/detail.cfm?id=547367 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/legislative/detail.cfm?id=547367 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:25 ET
Let’s rally behind “Every Knight a New Knight” between now and June 30 and show Pope Benedict just how enthusiastic we are to be among his staunchest supporters and defenders.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/supreme/detail.cfm?id=547364 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/supreme/detail.cfm?id=547364 Thu, 7 Feb 2008 8:41 ET
“Abortion is wrong because abortion hurts everyone. It takes the life of the innocent unborn child. It victimizes the mother and the father. It compromises doctors and nurses,” Supreme Knight Carl A. Anderson told thousands of pro-lifers at the Jan. 22 March for Life in Washington, D.C. "No woman should feel that she must have an abortion. We can find a better way."]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=545279 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=545279 Wed, 23 Jan 2008 9:22 ET
Cardinal Justin Rigali of Philadelphia, chairman of the Pro-Life Committee of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, delivered the homily at the opening Mass for the National Vigil for Life. The Mass was celebrated Jan. 21 at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. In his homily, Cardinal Rigali noted that the basilica’s new Knights of Columbus Incarnation Dome gives great visibility to the Culture of Life.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=545280 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=545280 Wed, 23 Jan 2008 9:22 ET
Knights of Columbus life insurance in force reached $66.1 billion at the end of 2007, setting a new all-time record, Supreme Knight and Chief Executive Officer Carl A. Anderson announced Jan. 2. It was the seventh consecutive year of insurance sales growth for the Order.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/insurance/detail.cfm?id=537897 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/insurance/detail.cfm?id=537897 Wed, 2 Jan 2008 16:16 ET
The Knights of Columbus must “prepare the way” for Pope Benedict XVI during his planned visit to the United States April 15-20, according to Supreme Knight Carl A. Anderson. The supreme knight has outlined a three-point program of preparation for the pope’s visit tied to membership recruitment and prayer.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/eb/en/leadership_institute/membership/membership_campaign/papal_visit_incentives.html http://www.kofc.org/un/eb/en/leadership_institute/membership/membership_campaign/papal_visit_incentives.html Wed, 2 Jan 2008 16:16 ET
The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception on Saturday dedicated the Knights of Columbus Incarnation Dome. “In dedicating this beautiful work of sacred art today,” said Supreme Knight Carl A. Anderson, “let each of us dedicate something even more important. We may not be artisans of mosaic, but all of us are artisans of life. Let each of us dedicate our own lives – to make a personal witness to the reality of the Incarnation.” ]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=506224 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=506224 Mon, 19 Nov 2007 3:30 ET
Supreme Knight Carl A. Anderson told state deputies gathering for their mid-year meeting in Washington, D.C., Friday evening that tremendous opportunities for growth in membership, insurance and charity await Knights of Columbus at every level during the coming year. ]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/eb/en/utility_pages/stdeps_20071117.html http://www.kofc.org/un/eb/en/utility_pages/stdeps_20071117.html Sat, 17 Nov 2007 4:40 ET
Hundreds of people attended the distribution of wheelchairs for use by veterans in North Texas, Washington, D.C., Chicago and Los Angeles. Supreme Knight Carl Anderson spoke at the event in Washington, D.C. In all, 2,000 wheelchairs – with a total value of $1 million – were donated Nov. 9-10 to veterans, with 500 each going to veterans in each of the four locations.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=496526 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=496526 Tue, 13 Nov 2007 11:38 ET
Supreme Knight Carl Anderson recently mailed a very special offer to all members in the United States and Canada between the ages of 18 and 65. The “new member plan,” a low-cost permanent life insurance product, is normally available only to new members and their wives when they join the Order. For a limited time in connection with the 125th anniversary of the Order, the plan is being made available to existing members as well.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/insurance/detail.cfm?id=501116 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/insurance/detail.cfm?id=501116 Tue, 6 Nov 2007 2:28 ET
The Knights of Columbus insurance program passed a major milestone Oct. 30 when total insurance in force exceeded $65 billion for the first time. The Order was established in 1882 as a fraternal benefit society, and one of its primary aims was to enable its members to protect their families with life insurance. The amount of Knights of Columbus life insurance in force has doubled in the past decade, from $32.9 billion in 1997 to $65 billion today.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/insurance/detail.cfm?id=496255 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/insurance/detail.cfm?id=496255 Tue, 30 Oct 2007 17:18 ET
On Oct. 20, the Pontifical Academy of Theology in Krakow, Poland, conferred an honorary doctorate on Supreme Knight Carl A. Anderson. The degree was awarded in Krakow during ceremonies marking the opening of the 2007-2008 academic year of the Papal Theological Academy.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=493351 hhttp://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=493351 Fri, 26 Oct 2007 10:24 T
The Knights of Columbus together with the Archdiocese of San Francisco and Project Rachel is sponsoring the first national conference to focus on the effects of abortion on men. The “Reclaiming Fatherhood” conference will be held Nov. 28-29 at St. Mary’s Cathedral in San Francisco.]]> http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=493293 http://www.kofc.org/un/news/releases/detail.cfm?id=493293 Fri, 26 Oct 2007 10:24 ET