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    In Founder, Knights Have Model of Faith in Action

    This century-old eulogy of our founder from a priest who knew him is still inspiring

    3/31/2020
    Image by Chas Fagan

    The following is an excerpt of a speech given by Father J.H. O’Donnell to a group of Knights visiting Father McGivney’s grave on June 10, 1900.

    Father O’Donnell was the author of a history of the Archdiocese of Hartford and knew Father McGivney personally. Father O’Donnell encouraged Knights to take up Father McGivney’s example and clearly laid out Father McGivney’s virtues, as well as his commitment to faith and to faith in action.

    Following our founder’s example in caring for the spiritual and physical well-being of our neighbor is as relevant today as it was 120 years ago.

    Share your story of how your council is helping strengthen people’s faith and offering support during this time. Email knightline@kofc.org.

    Published in a special bi-weekly edition of Knightline, a resource for K of C leaders and members. In addition, Father O’Donnell’s speech was originally printed in the Waterbury Times, June 10, 1900. A digital archived copy can be found here.

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