Supreme Chaplain's Monthly Challenge

January, 2026

[T]he people who sit in darkness have seen a great light, on those dwelling in a land overshadowed by death light has arisen. (Gospel for Jan. 25, Mt 4:16)

Why would anyone sit in darkness? When it is dark, we ordinarily seek a source of light so that we may see — and be seen. Unless asleep, one who remains in the dark typically wishes not to be noticed. When we immerse ourselves in unrepented sin, we effectively enter into darkness. Like Adam and Eve after the fall, we hide from God. But Jesus calls us forth into the light, inviting us to repent of our sins, so that we might embrace Christ, the light of the world, who leads us to everlasting life.

Challenge by Supreme Chaplain Archbishop William E. Lori:

This month, I challenge you to make an examination of conscience every day — perhaps using A Guide to Confession, published by the Order’s Catholic Information Service (kofc.org/cis) — and to make a good confession at least once.

Questions for Reflection:

How does the daily practice of examining your conscience affect your outlook or behavior? How is a good confession akin to moving out of the darkness and into the light? In what ways can you be a better witness to the light of truth?

Supreme Chaplain's Monthly Challenge

Challenge by Supreme Chaplain Archbishop William E. Lori:

Questions for Reflection:

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