Vivat Jesus was introduced around 1980 during the revision of the Knights of Columbus Ceremonials of the Order as a method of greeting another Knight. It was originally attributed to Bishop Charles P. Greco’s as his motto. It helps remind us that the activities and programs carried on by the Knights of Columbus must be inspired and nourished by the Catholic faith. Any practicing Catholic is welcome to share in the joy and inspiration that phrase incites. So if a Knight offers the phrase “Vivat Jesus!” to you, feel free to reply “SEMPER,” )meaning ‘always’), or just smile and say “Amen!”
This Quiet Brother is present and active every time you look around lately. A member since 2011, he’s flung pumpkins, worked the Stations of the Cross, helped at the Pancake Breakfast, hoisted firewood and most recently was a major part of the 2025 KofC Scholarship Committee. He is a powerhouse of our active Council, and is worthy of our April 2025 award for Knight of the Month .Please congratulate Mike Simon!
The Szasz Family show good Catholic values and deserve our award for Family of the Month for March 2025. Melissa helps run the Children’s liturgy with Troy’s help. Carl is a lector and Mass steward. Carl Jr, Julius and Troy are all altar servers. They host the KofC Firewood donation program on their property. Carl was also an important member of the 2025 KofC Scholarship Committee. Please congratulate this deserving family when you see them next.
Please join me in a prayer of thanksgiving for solid parishioners such as these who keep the St. Anne community strong.
Vivat Jesus (Jesus Lives!)
Bryan Born, Grand Knight
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