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Knights of Columbus
Priest Martyrs of Mexico
On October 27, the Mexican Martyr pilgrimage tour will begin in San Diego. Click on the Flyer Slideshow to page through the current Flyers. For more details, see the schedule below the Slideshow.
History of the Knights of Columbus Priest Martyrs of Mexico (Link)
Historia de los Mártires Mexicanos Miembros de Caballeros de Colón (Link)
The Knights of Columbus invite the faithful to participate in the veneration of six courageous priests and chaplains of the Knights of Columbus that gave witnesses to Christ by sacrificing their lives for the faith. During a time of intense persecution, these martyred priests, laypeople, and even children chose fidelity to Christ and His Church over their own lives.
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STATE DEPUTY MESSAGE FOR NOVEMBER 2026
Worthy Brother Knights,
Pax Et Bonum!
As we near the end of the year of our Lord 2026, we reflect on what a wonderful past few months it has been. The unexpected blessings we received; the people we met along the way, the brother knights, our family and friends who supported us with their unwavering commitment to our endeavors and eventual success. It is but fitting that this Thanksgiving Day, I want to take a moment to let you know how much you are all appreciated. I thank you for giving me the opportunity to serve as your State Deputy and I thank the Lord for His guidance and protection, which enabled me to serve the order with passion and humility.
As we celebrate Thanksgiving this month, let us not forget our less fortunate brothers and sisters, let us share our food and remember them in our prayers. Let us be charitable, as charity warms and gladdens the heart.
Let’s thank also Blessed Michael McGivney for forming the Knights of Columbus. His vision continues as we serve as members of the Knights of Columbus through our Faith in Action programs and invite Catholic men to join the order; more members mean more hearts to serve. One hundred forty-four years ago, his vision is still alive to empower Catholic men to live their faith and serve their family, parish, community and country. As a man for others, in the bonds of Charity, Unity and Fraternity, let us continue to live our faith by drawing into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ through prayer, formation, humble service and by boldly living and sharing our faith as disciples, bringing Jesus Christ to the world. Have a blessed Thanksgiving my brothers.
In the One. We are One.
Vivat Jesus!
Vladimir Rivera
State Deputy
STATE CHAPLAIN MESSAGE FOR NOVEMBER 2026
Dear Worthy Chaplains and Worthy Brother Knights,
On this month of November, we are encouraged to respond and implement one of the Family Programs of the Order, i.e. the “Remembering Our Faithful Departed.”
Just like the rest of the Catholic Faithful, we are called this month to honor and pray for the deceased members of our respective councils, families and parish community. The “Remembering Our Faithful Departed” program may be implemented during the entire month of November by:
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Creating “Ofrendas” or altars in our churches or homes with lighted candles, pictures and symbols related to the deceased families and relatives. The Ofrendas serve as an invitation for a meaningful remembrance of our faithful departed;
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Offering Mass Intentions for the deceased;
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Hosting a parish Memorial Mass either on Veterans’ Day or any day in November; and
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Visiting the Cemeteries
Through this program, “Remembering Our Faithful Departed,” brother Knights can offer consolation to those who still grieve the loss of their loved ones. Also, it provides the prayers the suffering souls in purgatory truly need.
May I also ask that we update our respective Book of Necrology that contains the names of our deceased brother Knights. The Book of Necrology may be placed prominently near the sanctuary whenever a special Mass is offered in their honor, at Knights’ Holy Hours, as well as whenever the council conducts its meeting.
Finally, as we remember our faithful departed this month, Saint Francis offers us a beautiful insight on his passing known to his brothers as his “Transitus.” As he was dying, he kept praising God revealed all around him in creation. Before he gave his last breath, he imparted these words to his brothers, “I have done what was mine; may Christ teach you what is yours.” Saint Francis’ transitus is not fundamentally about death – it is about Hope. We must not confront death as an enemy that has the ultimate power. Rather, we must confront death as a doorway already opened by Christ. Our ultimate end is not death, but rather life with God in eternity.
Vivat Jesus,
Reverend Father Raymund M. Reyes
Blessed Father Michael McGivney relic tour requests
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December 4th 2026
6th ANNUAL
CLAY SHOOT
December 5th 2026
2ND ANNUAL
NIGHT SHOOT
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