National celebrations such as Canada Day (July 1) and Independence Day (July 4) remind Knights of their duty to exemplify true Catholic patriotism — the fourth principle of the Knights of Columbus. At the Order’s 125th anniversary celebration of the Fourth Degree earlier this year, Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly said, “The Church reminds us that patriotism is a duty that flows from a sense of gratitude — gratitude to God, gratitude to our family and gratitude to our nation for the gifts that we have been given, the gifts that shape and sustain us: hearth and home, culture and community.”

America’s Parish Priest in America’s Parish Church

Since Feb. 22, St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City has been home to a bronze statue of Blessed Michael McGivney, which was unveiled and blessed during the 125th anniversary celebration of the Fourth Degree. Reflecting on the millions of pilgrims to St. Patrick’s who will see the statue, Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly said, “It is our hope that it will cause them to pause and think about this humble parish priest who did so much for the United States and, really, for the whole world.” 
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Humble Service to God and Country

Nearly 30 men received the Fourth Degree during the Prince Edward Island State Convention in April. The ceremony was one of the largest Fourth Degree exemplifications to take place in Canada since the revised ceremonial format was introduced earlier this year, which local K of C leaders say is a testament to the enduring impact of the patriotic degree in Canada. “Patriotism, for us as Canadian Knights of Columbus, is not just love for our country,” said Prince Edward Island State Deputy Savio Dias. “It is a commitment to serve it faithfully and with humility.”  
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New Supreme Advocate Appointed

On June 20, the Knights of Columbus Board of Directors appointed Anthony R. Picarello Jr. supreme advocate. Prior to his appointment, he served as executive director of the Saint John Paul II National Shrine in Washington, D.C. An accomplished attorney and dedicated Knight, he is a member of Cathedral Council 6790 in Arlington, Virginia.
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A Spiritual Anchor

At U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys in Pyeongtaek, South Korea, Bishop John J. Kaising Council 14223 serves as a spiritual anchor for Catholic military families. Despite constant turnover due to short deployments, Knights like Brandon Schild, former district deputy and past grand knight, and Stanley Robinson, also a past grand knight, strengthen both the base and local community — welcoming newcomers and fostering faith, fraternity and service. 
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‘Six-Tool Discipleship’

Just as a “six-tool player” in baseball excels in all aspects of the game — including mental toughness — Father Burke Masters, a brother Knight and chaplain to the Chicago Cubs, encourages Catholics to become a “six-tool disciples” of Christ. His formula: Grow in faith through intentional discipleship, worship, generosity, service, building fraternity, and imitating Christ’s virtues.
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