Faith in Action
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The Knights of Columbus Faith in Action program seeks to balance the priorities of the Order — Faith, Family, Community and Life — and offer Knights meaningful opportunities to serve those in need within our parishes and communities.
Although the Faith in Action program includes four pillars, each of the activities within the Faith in Action program include some aspect of faith, family, community AND life. To learn more about the NEW Knights of Columbus Faith in Action program, visit www.kofc.org/faithinaction. |
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Below are the components of the Faith in Action program that make up the "LIFE" pillar, along with a mapping to existing Respect Life & Human Rights Office programs, events, activities, educational materials and client resources where applicable.
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The protection of life is a sustained prayer intention of the Church, and in particular of the Knights of Columbus. Knights remain firmly committed to defending the right to life of every human being – from the moment of conception to natural death. To commemorate and bolster this important cause, councils will promote a novena, nine days of sustained prayer, to build up a culture of life in our parishes, homes and wider community.
A Novena of Grace and Solidarity (Click here to view prayer card)
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Each year, from early March through mid-December, Silver Roses are stewarded by councils along routes from Canada to Mexico. Every stop the Silver Rose makes throughout the pilgrimage is a rosary-centered occasion for Knights, parishioners, and community members to pray for respect for life, for the spiritual renewal of each nation, and for the advancement of the message of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
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The Knights of Columbus encourages others to choose life through public support of the pro-life cause. Knights can organize and participate in local/state/province/regional Marches for Life and/or organize participation of Knights/parishioners/students/etc., in bus trips to the national Marches in Washington, D.C., Ottawa, Mexico City, throughout the Philippines, or in other countries.
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The Knights of Columbus works together to purchase ultrasound machines for qualifying pregnancy centers. After the state and/or local council raises 50% of the cost, the Supreme Council will provide the other 50% to complete funding for purchase of an ultrasound. Or, if the council raises 100% of the cost of a vehicle outfitted to serve as a mobile medical unit for a pregnancy center, the Supreme Council will provide 100% of the funds for an ultrasound machine to be used in that vehicle.
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More than three thousand pro-life pregnancy centers now operate in jurisdictions throughout the Order. By the very nature of our founding, Knights of Columbus are called to care for the widow and orphan. Abortion-vulnerable unborn children and mothers experiencing unexpected pregnancies certainly fall within our mandate. With our aid, pregnancy centers can offer support to help them choose life. Councils can “adopt” a pregnancy center and provide material, labor, and spiritual support throughout the year.
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The Knights of Columbus has a unique partnership with Special Olympics and has helped disabled athletes train for and compete in games around the world. Knights of Columbus councils have assisted with all aspects of the program from fundraising to feeding the athletes, organizing and judging events, and providing equipment and awards. Without the support of the Knights, participants would not be able to train for the events that they love.
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People with special needs resulting from physical, emotional, mental or cognitive conditions are all around us in society, at school, at work, and in our families. It can be challenging for these important members of our society to participate in liturgies due to physical and social barriers – or even family member anxiety. Celebrating a Mass for People with Special Needs can be the first of many steps toward integrating them into regular weekly or even daily Mass – and more deeply into all of the sacraments and other aspects of parish life. Holding this Mass sends the message that all of God’s children are welcome under the parish roof and that every person is an integral part of the parish family.
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Christians are at risk in areas all around the globe. The Knights of Columbus responded with the Christian Refugee Relief Fund, which has provided humanitarian assistance, primarily in Iraq, Syria, and the surrounding region. Councils will aid this cause by collaborating with their parishes to spread awareness and raise funds to help these Christians and those in their care. In particular, councils are encouraged to utilize Solidarity Crosses as a fundraiser and prayer campaign in their parishes.
Donations
Tax-deductible donations to the Knights of Columbus to support Christian refugees can be made at www.christiansatrisk.org. 100% of all donations will be used to assist Christians and other religious minorities, primarily from Iraq and Syria. Respect Life /Human Rights Office Sponsored Programs
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Parish Respect Life Coordinators & Committees
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For information on the role of a Parish Respect Life Coordinator, please click here.
For information on Parish Respect Life Committees, please click here. |
Parish Human Rights Coordinators & Committees
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For information on Parish Human Rights Committees and Coordinators, please click here.
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