On March 13, 2013 the world was introduced to Pope Francis. He was the first Pope from the Americas, the first Jesuit, and the first to take the name Francis. Within days he had captured the hearts of the world through his gestures of humility and care for the common man. Yet he remained largely unknown. Francis: The Pope From the New World unveils the personality, passion and extraordinary faith of the new Pope. Filmed on location in Buenos Aires, and featuring interviews with close friends, collaborators, and his official biographer, this documentary traces the remarkable rise of Jorge Mario Bergoglio.
From growing up surrounded by soccer games and tango music to his defense of the poor and marginalized of Buenos Aires during his time as archbishop, Francis: The Pope From the New World explores the abiding compassion and unwavering resolve of a priest, a bishop and now a pope seeking to bring the Church to the margins of society. From overcoming the challenges of the day — including Argentina’s Dirty War — to his tireless advocacy for the poor, this film paints an indelible portrait of a towering figure of our time.
Pope Francis visits war-torn Iraq in an unprecedented apostolic journey.
The Christian community of Qaraqosh welcomes Pope Francis to their newly restored church.
Raising the Blessed Sacrament in a monstrance over a deserted St. Peter’s Square on March 27, 2020, Pope Francis gave a blessing “to the city and to the world” (Urbi et Orbi). The extraordinary moment of prayer was broadcast around the world with Knights of Columbus support.
On Saturday, March 15, 2008, Pope Benedict XVI approved a decree recognizing the heroic virtue of Father Michael J. McGivney, founder of the Knights of Columbus.
John Paul II in America: Uniting a Continent explores how the papacy of St. John Paul II left an indelible mark on the American continent. Driven by his singular conviction of a “United American Continent” under the patronage of Our Lady of Guadalupe, John Paul II’s papal travels from Argentina to Alaska generated massive crowds, shaped an entire generation and ultimately changed the course of history.
Established in 2014 in Washington, D.C., the shrine is a major initiative of the Knights of Columbus. Click here to visit the shrine’s website.
There is nothing more effective at evangelizing the culture than regular, everyday people choosing to live their faith in their homes, councils, community and parish.