Pope Leo XIV greets the crowd from the central balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica after his election at the Vatican May 8. (Photo by Paul Haring)
Welcome, Pope Leo XIV
Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, a native of Chicago and former head of the Augustinian order, was elected the 267th pope May 8, taking the name Pope Leo XIV. From his very first public appearance, Pope Leo XIV has expressed a vision of peace, unity and prayer for his pontificate and the Catholic Church.
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Port-a-Pit Chicken
Thanks to the 13 Knights and 3 Lady Knights who worked the “Port-a-Pit Fun Raiser” on June 16th, we cleared about $2550.
Chicago Celebrates Hometown Son, Pope Leo XIV
Tens of thousands of people attended a Mass honoring Pope Leo XIV at Rate Field, home of the Chicago White Sox, on June 14. The event, which was organized by the Archdiocese of Chicago and co-sponsored by the Knights of Columbus, also featured performances by local Catholic school students, interviews with some of the pope’s friends, and a pre-recorded video message from Pope Leo — his first address to an audience in the United States.
Message from the Grand Knight
It looks like Spring has finally arrived but since it is Northwest Indiana that can change at any time. Days are getting longer, and we are blessed with more of Gods sunshine to warm us as we move through these beautiful days. Easter has arrived and now we move towards Ascension which commemorates Jesus’ bodily ascension into heaven. It marks the end of His earthly mission and the preparation for the Holy Spirit’s coming.
The 2025 Annual Knights of Columbus Fish Fries has been completed, and it has been another successful year. The Fish Fry Team led by Al Tokoly has done a great job of putting this project together and delivering wonderful meals for all who were able to participate. The 2025 Annual Mother’s Day Flower Sale is just around the corner, May 9th and 10th at the corner of Woodland and Barker across from the Queen of All Saints Church. And then we move into summer with the Port A Pit Chicken sale day, Father’s Day weekend and Cluck and Oink in August. Thanks to everyone who supports the Knights of Columbus 12951, Queen of All Saints and St. Mary’s Church, and Queen of All Saints School along with other community projects.
As I write my last Grand Knight message for 2024-2025, I wanted to say how thankful I am for being able to work with such a wonderful group of Catholic Gentlemen and Ladies. It has been an honor to say the least. I could not ask for a greater group of Knights to partner up with as we continue to move forward with our Blessed Father Michael J. McGivney and his mission to help those in need. His (and ours) mission of Charity, Unity, and Fraternity has only gotten stronger over time and as Knights we will make it even stronger moving forward. The 2024-2025 Election will be taking place soon and I am stepping down as Grand Knight. I have taken on a formation journey that requires much more time and effort and trying to juggle being Grand Knight and continuing to move forward with this formation journey makes it very difficult to give 100% to both endeavors so I am stepping away (for now). With this being said I am asking for your prayers as I continue to move forward with this journey and for the incoming Grand Knight. I am confident that the next Grand Knight will continue the mission of our council serving our parishes, school, and parish communities. Thank you for your support and prayers while serving as Grand Knight and beyond.
I want to thank my wife, Lady Becky, for her support for me and this council. Her tireless efforts, work ethic, and supporting ideas have made my Grand Knight tour much more pleasant and I cannot thank her enough.
If you are or know of any Catholic Gentlemen who attends mass regularly and is of good standing in the church, ask them to join our council. They can sign up online (easiest way) or by application. If you have any questions, please contact any council member. The link below highlights the benefits of being a Knight of Columbus! https://www.kofc.org/en/who-we-are/about-membership/benefits-of-membership.html.
As Knights we are called to “To follow Christ”!
God Bless all of you. Be safe! Vivat Jesus! (Jesus Lives!)
Bruce Garwood, Grand Knight
