John Paul II
and the
Knights of Columbus
The beatification of Pope John Paul II is a time for reflection upon the accomplishments of his pontificate and the holiness of his life. But it will not be enough for the Knights of Columbus to simply look back and remember history.
If we are to keep faith with our great friend and beloved spiritual leader, we must also look to the future.
— Supreme Knight Carl Anderson
Path to Sainthood – A look at Pope John Paul II’s journey to beatification and his cause for sainthood.
Columbia devoted its April, 2011, issue to Pope John Paul II. It included special commentary from Father Cardinal Stanislaw Dziwisz, Supreme Knight Carl Anderson, Thomas Rosica, C.S.B., and several others. More
On May 1, 2011, then Pope Benedict XVI beatified his predecessor, Pope John Paul II in front of 1.5 million admirers, including a delegation from the Supreme Council led by Supreme Knight Carl Anderson. More | 
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Join the Supreme Knight as he reflects on the life and legacy of Pope John Paul II.
Watch the video here | Supreme Knight Interview with EWTN
Excerpts from a video address of the late Pope John Paul II to the Knights of Columbus. Pope John Paul II
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Vast Majority of Americans Admire Pope John Paul II
Americans overwhelmingly say they admire Pope John Paul II, still remember much of his pontificate, and overwhelmingly agree that he is worthy of beatification, according to a Knights of Columbus/Marist Poll.
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Interview with Totus Tuus
In 2009, Supreme Knight Carl Anderson was interviewed by Totus Tuus, the official magazine of John Paul II’s, cause about the pope’s views on marriage and the family. More
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Path to Sainthood
A look at Pope John Paul II’s journey to beatification and his cause for sainthood.
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National Catholic Prayer Breakfast
At the National Catholic Prayer Breakfast on April 27, 2011 in Washington, D.C., Supreme Chaplain Bishop William E. Lori of Bridgeport delivered the keynote address. He praised Pope John Paul II and his defense of religious freedom. More
Bishop Lori’s speech
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The JPII Generation Says 'Thank You'
CatholicPulse.com collected submissions from the JPII generation, publicly declaring their gratitude for the late Holy Father and sharing their memories with the world. More
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Blessed Legacy
Catholicpulse.com featured several exclusive columns by prominent Catholics on Pope John Paul II and his legacy.
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