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Senator Kamala Harris addresses the crowd at a rally in Toarrance, CA., in July 2017.

Judicial nominee faces Senate scrutiny over Knights of Columbus membership

Dec 21, 2018

By Ed Condon

A judicial nominee faced questions from Senators this month about whether membership in the Knights of Columbus might impede his... Read more

A center for internally displaced persons, most of whom are Christians, in Dawodiya, Iraq, April 10, 2016.

Trump signs law to aid Christians in Iraq, Syria

Dec 11, 2018

By Christine Rousselle

President Donald Trump signed into law Tuesday the Iraq and Syria Genocide Relief and Accountability Act, which seeks to ensure... Read more

Pope Francis meets with Italian youth in St. Peter's Square on August 12, 2018.

In fight against hunger, Pope says ‘beautiful words’ must lead to collective action

Oct 16, 2018

By Kevin J. Jones

Feeding the hungry requires combined action and political will to provide real help for the poor, Pope Francis has said.  Read more

The dome of a church profained by IS in the Christian city of Qaraqoosh, Nov. 2016.

USAID and Knights of Columbus in agreement to help Mid East Christians

Oct 12, 2018

The joint effort was agreed in a memorandum of understanding announced Oct. 12 and will begin in Iraq, before being... Read more

The heart of St. John Vianney.

Knights of Columbus announce St John Vianney relic tour

Aug 21, 2018

The Supreme Knight of the Knights of Columbus announced Tuesday that the fraternal organization will sponsor a US tour of... Read more

A process of the Our Lady Help of Persecuted Christians icon during Mass at the 2018 Knights of Columbus convention. Courtesy photo.

Dolan praises St. Dominic at KofC convention

Aug 8, 2018

The Archbishop of New York encouraged Catholics to imitate the patient and persistent prayer of St. Dominic, during a homily... Read more

Icon of Our Lady Help of Persecuted Christians, presented at the Knight of Columbus convention.

Knights of Columbus pledge support for persecuted Christians

Aug 7, 2018

By Courtney Mares

Knights of Columbus Supreme Knight Carl Anderson pledged the fraternal organization’s continued efforts to aid and rebuild persecuted Christian communities... Read more

Our Lady of Lourdes grotto, Lourdes, France.

Wounded veterans seek healing and peace in the waters of Lourdes

May 22, 2018

American veterans in search of healing attended a recent pilgrimage to Lourdes, through the Archdiocese for Military Services and the... Read more

Canadians oppose abortion requirement for summer job grants, poll finds

May 10, 2018

A recent survey indicates that a majority of Canadians disapprove of a new provision in the Canada Summer Job Grants... Read more

Not Your Ordinary Joe. Courtesy of the Knights of Columbus.

Video series highlights the men who are Knights of Columbus

Apr 5, 2018

Ordinary Catholic men in the Knights of Columbus can make a big impact in their communities and in people’s lives,... Read more

Survey: Americans overwhelmingly favor limits on abortion

Jan 18, 2018

Most Americans, including those who identify as “pro-choice,” support limiting abortion to the first trimester of pregnancy, at most, a... Read more

Child refugees in Iraq.

Knights of Columbus praise increased US aid for persecuted Iraqis

Jan 17, 2018

The federal government has pledged $55 million in aid for religious and ethnic groups that have faced ISIS persecution in... Read more

Aftermath of Hurricane Harvey in Texas.

Knights of Columbus donate $1.4 million for post-hurricane rebuilding

Dec 17, 2017

As Texas and Florida continue to rebuild from a devastating hurricane season, the Knights of Columbus are offering $1.4 million... Read more

Bashar Warda, Chaldean Archbishop of Erbil, who said the Nov. 28, 2017 Mass in Washington, D.C.

Memorial Mass held in US for victims of Islamic State

Nov 28, 2017

In observance of a week promoting awareness of Christians persecuted internationally, the Chaldean Archbishop of Erbil offered a Mass in... Read more

US Vice President Mike Pence.

Vice President Pence promises direct US aid to persecuted Christians

Oct 26, 2017

US Vice President Mike Pence’s promises Wednesday of better aid for persecuted Christians and others in the Middle East has... Read more

A damaged home is seen as people deal with the aftermath of Hurricane Maria on September 25, 2017 in Toa Baja, Puerto Rico.

Knights of Columbus aid natural disaster victims in Puerto Rico and Mexico

Sep 29, 2017

To provide relief after a spate of recent natural disasters, the Knights of Columbus have raised over $2.8 million worth... Read more

Members of Knights of Columbus Council 15828 in Ingleside, Texas, distribute food to victims of Hurricane Harvey. Courtesy of the Knights of Colombus.

Knights of Columbus raise $1.3 million for storm victims

Sep 11, 2017

As Knights of Columbus members volunteer to aid the victims of recent storms, the organization has also raised over $1.3... Read more

An aerial view of damage caused by Hurricane Harvey.

Knights of Columbus take action to aid Hurricane Harvey victims

Sep 5, 2017

Local Knights of Columbus councils have taken action after the passage of Hurricane Harvey, rescuing survivors by boat and providing... Read more

Fr. Gerard Hammond, M.M. of the Maryknoll Missionaries.

What it's like to be a missionary in North Korea

Aug 9, 2017

By Matt Hadro

What can a missionary in North Korea do to preach the Gospel in a Communist dictatorship? Simply care for the... Read more

Fourth degree Knights of Columbus in procession at a military ceremony in Lourdes, wearing the uniform in use from 1940-2017.

Knights of Columbus 'modernize' Fourth Degree uniforms

Aug 3, 2017

By Matt Hadro

The classic ceremonial hats and capes of Fourth Degree members of the Knights of Columbus that you may have seen... Read more