Faith
Our goal is to strengthen our men and their families in the faith. When we entered the Order, we were reminded to constantly form ourselves in the Catholic faith. This formation goes beyond mere facts or religious practice to an authentic connection with a loving God and his son Jesus Christ. Programs in this category are designed to draw us closer to God and the Church in a tangible and meaningful way. These programs arm us for the spiritual battle that our men and families face daily. For Faith program resources, visit https://kofc.org/faith.
Demonstrating our Dedication to Faith
Holy Hour of Adoration
Relic Arm of Saint Jude the Apostle
St. Francis of Assisi Feast Day Lunch and Ice Cream
The Mystery of the Eucharist
Faith Programs
The Supreme Council has designated certain programs as featured programs (*) in each of the program categories. When we conduct a featured program and satisfy the associated requirements, we will receive two credits toward the program category.
Refund Support Vocation Program (RSVP) *
Keep the faith alive by supporting our seminarians and postulants.
Through this program, council and parish families will raise funds to support seminarians or religious in formation in their areas. For every $500 given to an individual, the Supreme Council will refund the council or assembly $100. The maximum refund a council or assembly can receive is $400 per individual supported. Though financial support is vitally important, it is not the only aspect of the RSVP program. Councils are also called to provide their “adopted” seminarian or religious with moral support and prayers for their success.
How we keep the faith alive
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Into the Breach *
Form men in spirituality and the Catholic vision of marriage and family life through highly acclaimed video series and discussion.
Into the Breach is a call to battle for men which urges them to embrace masculine virtues in a world at crisis. The original Into the Breach video series, inspired by the apostolic exhortation of Bishop Thomas J. Olmstead, outlines the challenges faced by men of faith in the world today. The new Into the Breach: The Mission of the Family video series presents the Catholic vision of family life and inspires them to incorporate it into daily life. By viewing and discussing these inspirational series, and using their accompanying study guides, participants will be equipped with the wisdom and practical tools they need to better lead themselves and their families in living out the Faith.
How we form men
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Spiritual Reflection *
Create annual opportunities for prayer and reflection as a fraternity.
Under the guidance of their chaplain, councils can attend a retreat or day of reflection together or organize their own event for the men of their parish. In conjunction with pastors, councils and jurisdictions can hold low-cost retreats of their own. These events might be open only to council members or men of the parish – or may be open to entire families. If councils are unable to organize these events themselves, they could attend an existing retreat as a group.
How we create opportunities
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Holy Hour *
Encourage deep personal encounters with Christ.
As Catholics, we believe in the Real Presence: that Jesus Christ is truly present – body, blood, soul, and divinity – in the Eucharist. As such, we are compelled to grow in our devotion to Jesus in the Eucharist and to share His presence with the world. Holy Hours feature the exposition and benediction of the Blessed Sacrament and can also include a reflection, communal rosary, prayers for intercession by Blessed Michael McGivney or St. Joseph, and other devotions as decided by the council and pastor. Eucharistic Processions provide an opportunity to walk with the Blessed Sacrament through your community, bringing Jesus to everyone along the route.
How we encourage encounters
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Additional Programs
Additional programs include:
- Pilgrim Icon Program,
- Building the Domestic Church Kiosk,
- Rosary Program,
- Sacramental Gifts
Other ways we grow in faith
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Faith Director
Contact me for more information or to help!
Dale Fleddermann
Faith Director
Responsible for all faith-based council programs.
