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Today's Topics: 1) In-studio, Mark interviews Greg who is doing what many Brother Knights do in early July, sell fireworks.  The Alhambra Council hosts their largest fundraiser of the year at their TNT Firework booth located on Main St. and Hidalgo Ave. by the Smart & Final store in Alhambra, CA.  Proceeds from the sales go to support many of the Council's good works, such as:  Wheelchairs for the needy, scholarships for Catholic School students, and disaster relief, to name a few, https://amwheelchair.org/ 2) Mark then interviews Grand Knight William Gil of the Three Kings Council located at Epiphany Catholic Church in South El Monte, CA.  The Council's TNT Firework booth is located on Santa Anita Ave. and Tyler Ave. in the parking lot of Carl's Jr. Restaurant in South El Monte.  This council also gives their money to the American Wheelchair Foundation and they support the Christian Refugee Relief Program, https://www.kofc.org/en/what-we-do/faith-in-action-programs/life/christian-refugee-relief.html 3) Past Grand Knight Corey Schultz of the Miraculous Medal Council in Montebello, CA, tells Mark of the good works his Council does with the monies raised from selling fireworks.  The Council started their own 3 on 3 basketball tournament for people with disabilities.  Their booth is located on Montebello Blvd. by Paramount Blvd. next to the Montebello AMC 30 Theater, 4) Lastly, Mark speaks with Past Grand Knight Gerardo Canton of the St. Christopher Council in El Monte, CA.  Their TNT firework booth is located on Peck Ave. and Lambert Ave. across the street from the Jolly Jug Restaurant in El Monte, CA.  One program they run that is funded by firework sales is their Christmas Toy Drive.  They give over 600 toys to needy boys and girls in the community. Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) The Eucharist is 'the source and summit of the Christian life. A brief explanation of the Real Presence is offered. Adoration is the first attitude of man acknowledging that he is a creature before his Creator. It exalts the greatness of the Lord who made us and the almighty power of the Savior who sets us free from evil, 2) This segment introduces our guest Joe Serrano, who tells us his reversion story and how he has come to know that Christ has a calling for us all. Joe credits regular visits to Eucharistic Adoration for his reversion and newly found clean living, 3)  In this segment we discuss the importance of Eucharistic Devotions. Through these devotions, we can adore Jesus, pray in his presence, express our sorrow for sin, and experience a oneness with him that leads us to participate in the Mass, 4)  The final segment covers the Eucharistic revival in the United States, which begins on the feast of Corpus Christi and will extend through 2024.  The Knights of Columbus are being asked to play an important role in this revival as leaders of men.  Through this Eucharistic revival, we will again receive the much-needed graces given to us by Christ when we ask for them in His presence. Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) The history of the devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus is discussed. The devotion is focused on the long-suffering love and compassion of the heart of Jesus Christ towards humanity. The 12 promises of Christ to those who practice this devotion are detailed, 2) The second segment continues with the promises from the devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Our guest Richard Brodka is introduced, and he tells us about his journey in the Faith while being a Deputy Sheriff and its related struggles, 3) This segment covers the symbolism found in the images of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, the heart, the crown of thorns encircling the heart, the gashing wound, the droplets of blood, the flames, and the rays of light, 4) The show closes with the discussion of what every Knight (man) should know about the Sacred Heart devotion.  These are the Sacred Heart of Jesus connects us to His true human nature, devotion to the Heart of Jesus stems from His death on the cross, Father Michael McGivney had a great devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, and finally, all Catholics should have an image of the Sacred Heart in their home.  A simple devotion can start with this prayer: O Sacred Heart of Jesus, I place my trust in you. Visit the Father Michael McGivney Guild for more details: https://www.fathermcgivney.org/en/index.html Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) Saint Margaret Mary of Alacoque in the 17th century promoted the devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.  In 1675, Jesus told Margaret Mary that He wanted the Feast of the Sacred Heart to be celebrated on the Friday after the Corpus Christi octave. In 1856, the Feast of the Sacred Heart became a universal feast, 2) Brother Knight Mike Alvarado talks about his faith journey.  He attended Catholic grade school and high school, however he was more of a "cultural" Catholic.  It was when Mike married his wife and began to raise their children, that he began to grow deeper in his Catholic faith, 3) Mike shares the delightful story of his seven year old grandsons' conversation of desiring to be monks and pray for others.  Mike talks about how he and his wife developed the faith of their children by homeschooling, 4) As congregants of Our Lady of Grace Church at the Sacred Heart Chapel in Covina, Mike's family prays together and assists the Church in its needs.  His family has participated in a Eucharistic procession and is planning one for the Feast of Corpus Christi.  Mike is going to assist in establishing a new Knights of Columbus Council at Our Lady of Grace Church. Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) The month of June is dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus throughout the Catholic Church; however, the father of lies is attempting to co-opt it for a month of homosexual "pride." We cover the importance of returning to our Catholic roots with a devotion to the Sacred Heart and observing pride as the deadly sin it is, 2) Eddie Brock joins the program and provides us with a quick reminder of his life as a Catholic man and how is faith was strengthened by his desire to be a better man for his wife and family, 3) Eddie discusses the difficulties of being a police officer, someone who serves the public, and how it is a constant struggle to "see God in our fellow man." It is through a constant prayer life that he manages to make headway and is hopefully an inspiration to other to do the same for the benefit of society, family and out eternal soul, 4) We discuss the importance of a devotion to the Sacred Heart, by a regular consecration, observing a devotion to the First Fridays, frequent Confession and prayers of reparation. Another simple daily activity that helps is the meditation on the Sacred Heart image and the meaning behind them. Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) Masculinity is the quality or nature of the male species. Man is created by God as a human person who can begin and control his own actions. He is meant to seek God and gain perfection by cleaving to him, 2) What exactly is Catholic masculinity? It is the behaviors exemplified by Christ, the God-man, here on earth. These behaviors can be distilled to one word…. sacrifice, 3) Why do we need Catholic Masculinity? Our society is lacking Catholic masculinity. The virtues displayed by Christ, endowed in us by the Holy Spirit is the cure for what ails our society today, 4) How do we rediscover our Catholic masculinity? Seven practical steps to Catholic masculinity are: Mass, adoration, reconciliation, prayer time, personal meditation on Scripture, and sacrifice. Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) The Theological Virtues of Faith, Hope and Charity “adapt man's faculties for participation in the divine nature” and “directly relate to God. They dispose Christians to live in a relationship with the Holy Trinity,” and have as “their origin, motive, and object” the Triune God (CCC 1812), 2) “Faith is the Theological Virtue by which we believe in God and believe all that He has said and revealed to us, and that Holy Church proposes for our belief, because He is truth itself” (CCC 1814), 3) “Hope is the Theological Virtue by which we desire the Kingdom of Heaven and eternal life as our happiness, placing our trust in Christ's promises and relying not on our own strength, but on the help of the grace of the Holy Spirit” (CCC 1817). “The Virtue of Hope responds to the aspiration of happiness which God has placed in the heart of every man” (CCC 1818), 4) Charity is the last and the greatest of the three Theological Virtues. Charity is the Theological Virtue of love for God over all other things for His sake, and our love of neighbor as ourselves (CCC 1822). Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) In this episode, we discuss Science and the Catholic Church. It is a common myth that the Catholic Church is anti-science, but in reality, both the Church and science are in pursuit of the truth. The Catholic Church has supported the sciences from the earliest days and as a result has been instrumental in advances the sciences has made, 2) We are joined by Federico Perdomo, who is a member of the St. Michael's Shield Prayer Group, even though he lives in Nevada. He learned of this group from an early episode of Knight Moves, when a few members of the Group were guests on Knight Moves, 3) Federico provides a summary of his journey as a Catholic man, how it has inspired his family and his life. He provides a quick description of a pilgrimage he will be taking with some of his family, to the Holy Land, 4) The impact Catholicism has had on science and how Catholic Religious (Priests, Monks, and Sisters) have advanced the sciences through their active participation is discussed. It is through man's search for the truth that we begin to see God in everything. Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org  

Today's Topics: 1) The origins of the name Mary are discussed as well as the four Marian dogmas of the Catholic Church: 1, Mother of God, 2, Perpetual Virginity, 3, Immaculate Conception, 4, Assumption, 2) Thomas Rudkins, who is a return guest, reacquaints us with his history as a Catholic; how he became a Knight and how he became involved with the Pro-Life movement, 3) Thomas provides a summary of the "One" program which combines the efforts of Options United and the California Catholic Conference. One Number-One Solution (ONE) provides a simple pathway to connect the abundant safety net resources in California by uniting the state's life-affirming pregnancy shelters, centers, and clinics, creating an accessible statewide network to accompany women facing challenging pregnancies and in the early years of parenthood, 4) Thomas discusses how the Knights of Columbus can assist and complement the Pro-Life activities in the State and through the Supreme programs which now complement each other. Additional information can be found by following these links: https://www.wewerebornready.com/ https://www.optionsunited.com/one/ https://appforlife.org/ Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) Easter season which is upon us and we declare "Christus Resurrexit!" and respond"Resurrexit Vere!" This means "Christ is Risen" and we respond "He is Risen Indeed!" We follow this with the overview of the 5th Book of the New Testament, which is the Acts of the Apostles, 2) We cover a more of the Acts and then discuss the Didache (did-a-kay) which is an account of the early life of the Church under the Apostles, written in Greek and is sort of the owner's manual for the Christian, 3) The Acts of the Apostles, chapter 5 versus 34 to 42 is read and discussed. This is one of the earliest accounts in which Christians realize and embrace the fact that they will be persecuted for their Faith but continue, knowing that their rewards will be great in Heaven for living a life as Christ taught us, 4) The second part of the Acts of the Apostles deals with the conversion of Saint Paul and how he is an example to all of us as he started as a sinner and persecutor of the early Christian and through his conversion became one of the best evangelizers. The early Christians were called "followers of the Way"and it wasn't until later that Saint Evodius, the second Bishop of Antioch, coined the term "Christian." We also discuss the meaning of the term "Bishop." Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) We receive the gift of Piety to make us love God as a Father and obey Him because we love Him. Piety is a religious devotion and reverence, devotion and reverence to parents and family: filial piety; devout act, thought, or statement, 2) Guest, Brother Knight Robert Yrigoyen, Sr., talks about his faith journey. Although he was active in his Catholic faith as a young person, he fell away. A Marriage Encounter retreat with his wife led him back into the Faith, 3) Saint Thérèse, the Little Flower, has shown that each of us, regardless of how insignificant our role in life may seem, may serve and love God in glorious ways by the very simplest of our pious thoughts, menial chores, small acts of kindness, by our acts of patience when we are put upon by others, and by enduring whatever sufferings might come our way. Robert discusses his journey into the Knights of Columbus and the good works his council does for Epiphany Church in South El Monte, CA. 4) Robert is the Cursillo English Lay Director for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Cursillo in Christianity is a Movement that, by its own Method, attempts from within the Church, to give life to the essential Christian truths in the singularity, originality, and creativity of the person. https://cursillo-losangeles.org/ https://www.natl-cursillo.org/ Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) Divine Mercy is presented as the immense grace given to all sinners by the Crucified Jesus Christ. While it has been known to the Church, we received a reminder of this Divine Mercy through the visions of Saint Faustina, 2) In this segment we cover the promises of Divine Mercy for those who ask for it. For the sake of His sorrowful Passion. Have mercy on us and on the whole world, 3) This segment covers the intentions requested in the first several days of the Divine Mercy Novena, which starts on Good Friday and continues daily through Divine Mercy Sunday, a week after Easter Sunday, 4) Focus is on the final intentions of the Divine Mercy Novena: Eternal Father, I offer you the Body and Blood, Soul and Divinity, of Your Dearly Beloved Son, Our Lord, Jesus Christ, in atonement for our sins and those of the whole world. Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) The history of Holy Week is discussed and several of the Holy Week traditions are explained. It is very important to contemplate the Passion of our Lord during this time, to help us participate fully in His Resurrection, 2) Eric Tafoya joins the show and starts his conversion story from being baptized as a child but never actually going to Mass. He ended up in prison for killing a man and while in prison, started to follow the Jehovah's Witnesses, 3)  Eric Tafoya continues his conversion story, where he realized something was missing with the Jehovah's Witnesses religion and finds a better path with the Evangelical Christians, although that is short-lived as he again realizes something is missing, 4) We hear the conclusion of Eric's conversion as he discovers the true faith in Catholicism, where he receives the Real Presence, in the Most Holy Eucharist.  Eric closes by detailing the ministries he is currently involved in as he looks to continue evangelizing lost souls to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1)  Tempus Fugit, Memento Mori is a motto of the Knights of Columbus and is Latin for, "Time Flies, Remember Death."  After the murder of the Most Reverend David G. O'Connell, the Episcopal Vicar of the San Gabriel Pastoral Region in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, the Knights of Columbus hosted a novena for the repose of his soul.  Per the Spiritual Works of Mercy we are called to pray for both the living and the dead, 2)  Bishop David G. O'Connell joined the Knights of Columbus in the San Gabriel Valley Chapter.  He and his fellow Brother Knights participated in demonstrating their "Faith in Action" and prayed many a times at abortion facilities located throughout the San Gabriel Valley, 3)  Sir Knight Joe Corona, a Brother Knight who had an untimely death during the Covid pandemic, participated in many a good works with and for Bishop David G. O'Connell including organizing barbeques to honor the priests and deacons in the San Gabriel Pastoral Region.  As is the case with the Bishop, we Knights for the repose of the soul of Brother Knight Joe Corona, 4)  Immediately following the death of Bishop O'Connell, the month of March was filled with many spiritual  blessings for his region, the San Gabriel Valley.  It began with the "I Thirst" Eucharistic Revival at St. John Vianney in Hacienda Heights, CA.  Bishop David was to be the keynote speaker at this event which was held a block away from home.  The following weekend was the "I Thirst" Young Adult Eucharistic Revival at the Santiago Retreat Center in Silverado, CA, which is not far away from the Valley.  On the third weekend in March a Knights of Columbus Charity, Unity and Fraternity Exemplification was held in the Bishop's honor at St. Anthony Church in San Gabriel. On the final weekend in March was the Virgin Most Power Network's Spiritual Warfare Conference in Pomona, CA.  While this was happening a Eucharistic Procession with over 1,000 people took place from San Gabriel Mission to St. Luke Church in Temple City and back.  This was led by Archbishop Jose Gomez. https://www.spiritfilledevents.com/i-thirst-los-angeles https://www.spiritfilledevents.com/i-thirst-young-adults https://virginmostpowerfulradio.org/events/2023spiritualwarfareconference/ https://lacatholics.org/archdiocesan-eucharistic-procession-gallery/ Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) Fortitude is the strength of mind that enables a person to encounter danger or bear pain or adversity with courage. In our battle for life, fortitude is needed to persevere, 2) Brother Knight John Hinterlong from Council 15089 and Chairman of the Board of the Right to Life League talks about his journey back into the Catholic faith. A three-hour confession and the penance associated with it led him into the pro-life movement, 3) John tells of his work as a producer for the pro-life movie, "Unplanned." He explains that fortitude was needed to see the project through its fruition, 4) The Right to Life League is the oldest pro-life organization in the nation with its inception in 1968. It continues its good works today by advocating for women even if they have had an abortion. https://righttolifeleague.org/ https://www.40daysforlife.com/en/ https://www.unplannedfilm.com/ Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) The show opens with the etymology of the words Lent, Quadragesima, and Triduum. The Lenten focus for the show is on the almsgiving aspect that leads to supporting the pro-life movement and how the guest, Dr. Paddy Baggot is deeply involved, 2) Dr. Baggot joins the show and discusses his educational path and how his faith led him to his current practice of Obstetrics and gynecology with a focus on saving the life of the infant, 3) Dr. Baggot shares several stories of how an ultrasound machine, donated by the Knights of Columbus has impacted the decisions of several undecided mothers-to-be to choose life. He also shares some stories of how his practice has been at the forefront of reversing the RU486 (abortion pill), 4) In the final segment, Dr. Baggot continues to discuss the impacts of the Knights of Columbus efforts to support the Pro-Life movement by supporting their local pregnancy help centers and fulfilling their almsgiving commitment, For more information on Dr. Baggot follow: https://www.paddyjimbaggot.com/meet-dr-baggot/ Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) The new evangelization seeks to have all Catholics deepen their faith, believe in the Gospel message, and go forth to proclaim the Gospel. The new evangelization is focused on 're-proposing' the Gospel to those who have experienced a crisis of faith, 2) Father Darrin Merlino, CMF joins the show and talks about his journey to Catholicism and the Priesthood despite not being raised as a Catholic in his early years, 3) Father Darrin continues his story of his journey to the Priesthood and his quest to help re-evangelize those that have fallen away from the Faith, 4) Father Darrin talks about his efforts with the New Evangelization, providing us with details about the program he is working on called "The Hound of Heaven" and his efforts to develop a Catholic media ministry. For more information and to help support this effort use the following link: https://www.fatherfedora.com/ Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) In the first segment we discuss the Real Presence of Jesus within the Holy Eucharist; Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity. To illustrate this point, we discuss several recent Eucharistic miracles, where science has demonstrated the Real Presence exists in the Host. We also briefly discuss the tragic loss of our local Bishop David O'Connell. 2) In the second segment, we introduce our guest Sir Knight Thomas McKenna, the Founder and President of Catholic Action for Faith and Family and St. Gianna Physicians Guild. Thomas tells us about his life growing up on a farm but was always a faithful Catholic. From an early age, Thomas was drawn to evangelize those who were in need of the Catholic faith. 3) In this segment, our guest Thomas McKenna, tells us about the latest project which is printing and distributing a treatise by Cardinal Raymond Burke, entitled "Deny Holy Communion?" This work, which has been distributed to every Priest and Bishop in the United States, details the Canonical basis for refusing the Holy Eucharist to those who have publicly remain unworthy to receive the Holy Eucharist. 4) In the final segment, Thomas and the guys discuss the importance of believing in the True Presence. Thomas also discusses the link between the secrets of Fatima and the unworthy reception of the Holy Eucharist. In denying a publicly unworthy communicant, the minister of the Holy Eucharist is, in true charity, saving them from eternal damnation. Links: https://www.catholicaction.org/     https://nccfcommunity.org/ Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) The definition of Morality is the set of principles a person develops, concerning the distinction between right and wrong or good and bad behavior.  For Catholics, it is living a virtuous life. Throughout the show Greg and Mark speak about the death of their San Gabriel Regional Bishop David O'Connell https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DubZMoOJXAo 2) Sadly, because of the Fall, we also suffer the impact of Original Sin, which darkens our minds, weakens our wills, and inclines us to sin. Baptism delivers us from Original Sin but not from its effects— especially the inclination to sin, concupiscence, 3) Deuteronomy 30:15-16 proclaims, "See, I have today set before you life and good, death and evil. If you obey the commandments of the LORD, your God, which I am giving you today, loving the LORD, your God, and walking in his ways, and keeping his commandments, statutes and ordinances, you will live and grow numerous, and the LORD, your God, will bless you in the land you are entering to possess." 4) An important foundation of Christian morality is the understanding of moral acts. Every moral act consists of three elements: the objective act (what we do), the subjective goal or intention (why we do the act), and the concrete situation or circumstances in which we perform the act (where, when, how, with whom, the consequences, etc.). Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) Consecration to the Holy Family is featured within the Family Programs of the Knights of Columbus' Faith in Action, https://www.kofc.org/en/what-we-do/faith-in-action-programs/family/index.html. The word consecration literally means “association with the sacred”, and as such it requires a much larger commitment than simply reciting a prayer off of a card.To receive the full benefit of intercession from the Holy Family, one must cleanse the body, mind and soul, https://www.kofc.org/en/resources/faith-in-action-programs/family/consecration-to-the-holy-family/10665-consecration-holy-family-trifold.pdf 2) Brother Knight Larry Dietz is a member of Fr. Maguire Council 3851 in Covina, California.  He tells of his faith journey into the Catholic faith as a convert, 3) As the San Gabriel Valley Chapter Vice-President, Brother Larry talks about his responsibilities as the membership director and the importance of asking men to become active in faith with action, https://www.kofc.org/secure/en/join/join-kofc.html 4) Through the Knights of Columbus, Larry is active with the Special Olympics. https://www.kofc.org/en/what-we-do/faith-in-action-programs/life/special-olympics.html Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) Fatherhood is discussed in three different variations:  God, our Eternal and Heavenly Father, The Priest, our spiritual father, and finally the biological father. The priest and biological father are essentially our efforts to emulate Our Heavenly Father, by doing what He has done for us, 2) Knight Moves' guest is Brother Knight Deacon Steve Greco who is Director of Evangelization and Faith Formation for the Diocese of Orange, California. He serves at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in Irvine and is the founder of Spirit Filled Hearts Ministry, which engages in evangelization and the promotion of spirituality, and supports Catholic missionary efforts in the Philippines and Indonesia.  Deacon Steve talks about his Catholic faith journey, https://www.spiritfilledevents.com/ 3) Deacon Steve continues his story by talking about "I Thirst".  The JESUS THIRSTS FOR AMERICA movement comes alongside the U.S. bishops' initiative for Eucharistic revival and provides a way for the local church to embrace a custom-made old fashioned revival that will provide a means for people to encounter Jesus Christ, https://www.spiritfilledevents.com/about-i-thirst 4) I Thirst Los Angeles will be held on Saturday, March 4, 2023 and will include Spanish and English presenters from throughout the United States, including Bishop David O'Connell, https://www.spiritfilledevents.com/i-thirst-los-angeles The following weekend, March 10-12, 2023, the I Thirst for Young Adults will be held at the Santiago Retreat Center and will include praise and worship bands along with all night Eucharistic Adoration.  This Eucharistic Revival can be experienced as one day event or young adults can partake in tent camping, RV camping, or utilize a bunk house for the weekend. https://www.santiagoretreatcenter.org/ithirstTheme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) Greg and Mark talk about their experience assisting the Archdiocese of Los Angeles with their annual pro-life event, One Life LA.  Greg speaks about the Catholic Church's teachings on the sanctity of life as demonstrated by the eight encyclicals written by popes over the last 100 years, https://www.kofc.org/en/liberty-life-family/pro-life-educational-resources.html 2) Mark continues to read the Wall Street Journal article "What it Means to be Pro-Life" written by the Knights of Columbus Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly.  Sir Knight David Flores is introduced and he tells his Catholic faith journey and road to joining the Knights of Columbus, https://webreprints.djreprints.com/5233641296525.pdf 3) Brother Knight David Flores shares his experience as a school board member for the City of El Monte in California.  In this capacity, he was assigned to a special task force to identify the needs of native American Indians and their curriculum needs.  He describes the differences between the Protestant Americans and the Catholic Spanish and French attitudes towards the inclusion of the Indians within their respective societies, 4) In the final segment David discusses the role the Knights of Columbus played in resolving the conflicts between the Mexican socialist government and the Catholic Cristeros.  The movie, "For Greater Glory," tells the story of the Cristeros.  David also talks about the pro-life movie, "Bella."  Both movies star Brother Knight Eduardo Verastegui. Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1)  Compassion means to suffer with, as opposed to pity which deals with alleviating one's own discomfort.  Compassion is rooted in love of neighbor instead of self.  The Catechism of the Catholic Church states that God had compassion on us because He sent His Son to visit us.  We in turn show compassion by visiting the sick 2)  The Knights of Columbus has many programs that stem from the virtue of compassion and are under the Faith in Action initiative.  Sir Knight Louis Salvatore joins the show and tells his story of getting deeper into his Catholic faith through joining the Knights of Columbus 3)  Louis rejoins and shares stories of his efforts with the American Wheelchair Mission.  The following link to the video referenced by Louis gives a snapshot of the good works being performed by Knights across the globe https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a1GArluab_4 4)  In the final segment Louis continues with more tales about Knight activities with the American Wheelchair Mission both domestically and in foreign countries.  For more information visit: https://amwheelchair.org/ https://www.kofc.org/en/what-we-do/faith-in-action-programs/community/global-wheelchair-mission.html Louis' contact information can be found in the California Knights of Columbus website: https://www.californiaknights.org/community-programs/global-wheelchair-mission-program/ Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) Knight Moves begins 2023 anew on the road.  Hosts Greg Keller and Mark Edward Padilla traveled to Visalia which is in California's Central Valley and is the gateway city to the Sequoia and King Canyons National Forests.  Visalia was the host to the Knights of Columbus California State Council's Midterm District Deputy Meeting from January 6-8, 2023.  District Deputies are Brother Knights who minister to an average of four Councils (four Churches or group of Churches), 2) Jose "Pona" A. Magana is from Council 13403, Rancho Cucamonga, CA. Pona is the Supreme Representative for Hispanic and Ethnic Growth in California.  He challenges men to take the lead in our Catholic faith in their own homes and communities.  The Knights of Columbus can assist a man in this effort as it has done in his own life, 3) District Deputy Juan Torres is from Council 16732, San Juan Diego de San Bernardino.  Juan is the California State Council's Hispanic Membership Director.  Born a Catholic he left the Church as a younger man and explored non-Catholic Christianity.  Upon coming home to our Faith and reinvigorated with the Holy Spirit, Juan joined the Knights to put his faith into action, District Deputy Raul Martinez is from Council 4000, Our Lady of Guadalupe in Calexico.  Raul assists Pona and Juan with the Hispanic and Ethnic Growth in California.  Raul recounted a speech a Priest had presented at a Knights of Columbus San Diego Chapter Meeting.  The Priest stated that when a man leads his family in going to Sunday Mass the children are more likely to remain Catholic. 4) Pona stated that men should not be "macho" in their role as the leader of the family.  We are to sacrificially serve our family as Jesus sacrificed His life for us https://www.facebook.com/desarrollo.hispano.5 https://www.kofc.org/secure/en/join/join-kofc.html https://www.kofc.org/en/index.html Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) Greg gives a history of the origins of New Year Resolutions from the ancient Babylonians through the time of Rome under Julius Caesar, to today 2) As Catholic men we should resolve to make prayer central to our daily activities; "Ora et Labora," "Pray and Labor," starting each activity in the name of God. Greg and Mark spoke about how each prays the daily rosary with their respective groups and how that has impacted their spiritual lives. Another resolution is to read the lives of the Saints daily to provide us examples of leading good Catholic lives 3) We must resolve to: go to the Sacrament of Confession on a regular basis; conduct a daily examination of conscience in the evening to help us discover what we have done well and what we need to improve on; make regular visits to the blessed sacrament where we can listen to what God is directing us to do 4) We should resolve to increase our fasting, sacrifice, and Mass attendance. By fasting, we learn to control our base instincts which when in control allows us to focus more clearly on Christ. In sacrificing we imitate Christ in an effort to become more like him and assist those in need. In regular Mass attendance, which we are required to do, we witness the greatest example of sacrifice that the world has ever known. In shifting gears to the Knights of Columbus Council level Brothers should resolve to invite men to join the Order, to become more active and in doing so evangelize themselves, their families, and their communities Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) The Christmas song, "The 12 Days of Christmas", whether intentional or not, has significant connections to the teachings of our Catholic faith. Mark and Greg detail those connections in the first segment for the first seven days. 2) The guys continue detailing the "hidden" meanings in the lyrics and how that is used to teach the faith. Mark introduces the guest, Richard Marciniak, who is the State Council Chairman for Life Legislative Advocacy within the Knight of Columbus California State Council. Richard discusses his early life up to joining the Knights 3) Richard rejoins and discusses the different Knights of Columbus activities as they relate to the "Culture of Life." Some of the activities are: "The Ultrasound Initiative," "The Special Olympics," "The San Antonio Boys Home" 4) In the final segment the discussion turns again to the good works that the Knights of Columbus perform in the service to both the Church and the community, with a final emphasis on "The School Choice Initiative" which while not an official Knights program is important to all good Catholic men and their ability to provide proper education to their children. For more information please follow the link below: https://www.californiaschoolchoice.org/ Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) In the first segment, we discuss the origin of the word "Christmas" or Christ's Mass and discuss how Christmas has been celebrated within the Catholic Church throughout the years 2) In this segment, the story of the Nativity of our Lord is discussed and several quotes regarding the importance and meaning behind Christmas are introduced 3) The focus of this segment centers on the differences between the Gospel accounts of the Nativity and introduces the basis of the Incarnation of Christ as defined by the Catechism of the Catholic Church 4) The Knights of Columbus programs that encourage the celebration of Christmas and help the Council/members to evangelize within their own families and communities are discussed. The links for these programs are listed below: https://www.kofc.org/en/what-we-do/faith-in-action-programs/family/keep-christ-in-christmas.html https://www.kofc.org/en/news/releases/posada2012.html Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) Greg and Mark recount the first apparition of Mary to Saint Juan Diego on December 9, 1531. She appeared to him as "one clothed in the sun." She desires that he go to the Bishop, Juan de Zumarraga, to ask that he build a chapel in honor of her Son, Jesus Christ, "so that she might show the infinite majesty of God to all the children of the Americas," 2) The story continues with Juan Diego following Our Lady's request to appeal to the Bishop. After much effort, he meets the Bishop, who respectfully listens to his story. However, Juan Diego is sent away. Our Lady appears to Juan Diego a second time and tells him to ask Bishop Zumarraga again. The Bishop asks that Juan receive a sign from the Lady. Our Lady provides Juan Diego with a sign, miraculous roses, to deliver to the Bishop, 3) The miraculous sign was not the roses, it was an image of Our Lady of Guadalupe that appeared on Juan Diego's tilma as he presented the roses to Bishop Zumarraga. Greg and Mark detail the intricate secrets contained within the image 4) Continuing to discuss the symbolism of the image they recount how the sash indicates that she is with child. Therefore, Our Lady of Guadalupe is held as the Patroness of the Unborn. The Knights of Columbus program, "the Silver Rose," demonstrates both their devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe and as well as their dedication to the sanctity of the unborn. Details of the symbolism found within the tilma's image can be found on the Knights of Columbus website at: https://www.kofc.org/en/resources/cis/10575-secrets-of-her-image-poster.pdf Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: Greg and Mark discuss Advent and what we must do to prepare for the coming of Jesus Christ at Christmas 1) In the first segment the term "Advent" is defined as "to come to," who we are coming to is Jesus Christ in Christmas. To prepare for the coming of Christmas we must pray, fast, and give alms 2) The Catechism of the Catholic Church exhorts us to pray for Sanctifying Grace. The Knights of Columbus has many programs that facilitate prayer whether individually or as a group https://kofc.org/en/what-we-do/faith-in-action-programs/faith/index.html 3) In this segment the Fourth Precept of the Catholic Church is discussed. We are called to observe the days of fasting and abstinence as defined by the Church. Saint Thomas Aquinas tells us that through fasting we obtain self-mastery which is important to our preparation for the coming of Christ 4) The final segment focuses on almsgiving, which is presented in the Fifth Precept of the Catholic Church. Through our almsgiving, we exemplify the love of Christ to those in need. The Knights of Columbus have many community programs which assist men in fulfilling the Corporal Works of Mercy https://kofc.org/en/what-we-do/faith-in-action-programs/community/index.html Theme Song: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: Knight Moves discusses the Liturgical New Year 1) Greg and Mark introduce the Liturgical Calendar and how it derived from both the Catechism of the Catholic Church and the Holy Bible. The Liturgical Calendar follows the birth, life, death, and resurrection of Jesus, 2) Guest, Father Budi Wardhana from St. Lucy Catholic Church in Long Beach in California talks about his journey to the United States of America and into the priesthood. As a seminarian, he served at St. Lucy's and was asked to become a Knight of Columbus, stlucyparish.org 3) California State Council Advocate, James Larson, joins the show and talks about his conversion into the Catholic faith and how that lead him into the Knights of Columbus. As the State Program director last Columbian Year, the monthly activities for the State were selected to coincide with the Liturgical Year, 4) Both Father Budi and Jim rejoin and Jim details the reception of the Father Juan Perez Award for Southern California. This award recognizes the outstanding contributions from the priest who most exemplifies the virtues of courage and sacrifice. Theme Song: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: The initiation and meaning of the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe 1) The Catechism of the Catholic Church #668 states, "Christ is Lord of the cosmos and of history," 2) In the midst of the rise of Socialism and Communism in the world, Pius XI's Papal Encyclical, "Quas Primas," established the Feast of Christ the King in 1925, https://www.vatican.va/content/pius-xi/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_p-xi_enc_11121925_quas-primas.html 3) The following year, in 1926, Pope Pius XI recognizes the Knights of Columbus for their efforts in defending the Catholic faith in Mexico during the time of persecution of the Church by the Mexican government, https://www.vatican.va/content/pius-xi/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_p-xi_enc_18111926_iniquis-afflictisque.html 4) The Knights of Columbus have within their ranks six priests who were martyred by the Mexican government in the 1920's and 1930's, http://www.kofc.org/un/en/resources/communications/martyrs_booklet.pdf There is a story in the Columbian Magazine of a Brother Knight killed on the spot for proclaiming to be a Knight of Columbus, http://www.kofc.org/en/columbia/detail/2012_05_cristero_war_knights.html The movie, "For Greater Glory," was produced with the assistance of the Knights of Columbus, telling the story of the persecution of the Catholic Church in Mexico, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/For_Greater_Glory The term, "Viva Cristo Rey!" becomes a battle cry of the Cristeros after the public execution of Blessed Father Miguel Pro. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miguel_Pro Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) In this episode, we discuss redemptive suffering and the benefits of uniting our suffering with Christ crucified. 2) Emmanuel Villalpando is introduced and tells us about his journey, so far, in the Catholic faith. This journey has led him through many highs and lows as he initially tried to journey alone. This led him to attempt to consolidate a number of ministries under a single banner before Covid hit. 3) We discuss the founding of Omnia Catholic, which is the primary online resource for connecting Southern California young adults to learn, renew, and strengthen their faith. Emmanuel tells us how through this organization young Catholics are assisted in finding other like minded individuals, which helps keep us faithful and assists in deepening that faith, 4) We discuss the suffering Emmanuel and other singles have felt but suffering is a deep mystery of life. Although we may not feel it at the time, what our faith tells us about suffering is that God never abandons us in it. With all suffering, there eventually comes a resurrection. To suffer is part of being a Christian. It is not easy, but God is with us just as He was with Jesus during His life on this earth. https://www.omniacatholic.com/ Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org  

Today's Topics: 1) The show opens with a brief discussion on the Communion of Saints and how we as the Church Militant work in concert with the intercession of the Church Triumphant for the souls in Purgatory, known as the Church Penitent, 2) In this segment, brother Knight, Thomas Rudkins talks about growing up with his family in Oklahoma and being surrounded by his family's faith and then searching for his vocation, before finding his calling to the Pro-Life arena, 3) Thomas discusses starting Options United, a digital based pro-life organization, which focuses on providing women and men in crisis pregnancy situations with the information and assistance needed to make an informed choice for the mother and child, 4) In the final segment we discuss how Catholic men can assist with the pro-life causes. We, as Knights and Catholics, are part of the Church Militant and we are encouraged to fight for life at all of its stages, through prayer and actions. Links to useful information are listed below: https://www.optionsunited.com/one/https://www.optionsunited.com/knights/ https://www.cacatholic.org/knights https://appforlife.org/ Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) The word Rosary comes for the Old Latin "rosarium" which means "garden or crown of roses." Our Lady told Saint Dominic, that every time someone says the "Hail Mary" they give her a rose but when they recite a full Rosary, "they give her a crown of roses," 2) In the second segment, the reasons for praying the Holy Rosary are discussed. If we are to focus on God, what better way than to meditate on his life here on Earth, which we do through the recitation of the Holy Rosary. Saint Dominic was successful in combating the Albigensian heresy through a devotion to the Rosary, we too should devote our lives to praying the Holy Rosary to combat the modern heresies and obtain the graces for ourselves and for all sinners, 3) There are two recognized origin stories for the Holy Rosary. The first was handed to Saint Dominic from the Virgin Mary and the second is an evolution of the efforts of the uneducated in praying the Breviary, where they prayed their Pater Nosters and Ave Marias in lieu of learning and reciting the Psalms, 4) In the final segment, the Promises of the Rosary, as told by the Virgin Mary to Saint Dominic, are discussed. If you recite the Holy Rosary in public, you may obtain a plenary indulgence in addition to all of the graces we receive for ourselves and for those sinners we are praying for. Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) Mark opens the show with a few stories of the events of the past week which were a whirlwind of events, a trip to New Haven, Ct, his son's visit to the hospital and a Eucharistic procession. The segment finishes with a brief introduction to the Holy Rosary, 2) Our guest, Gilbert Alderete from the Catholic Men's Fellowship of California tells us about his organization and all of the good works they do for the Catholic man in need of support. He tells us that good men need support to remain or return to their Catholic faith, 3) Gilbert discusses his journey in the Faith and how his fellowship and prayer life have made him the man he is today. The Holy Rosary is one of the important "weapons" we can arm ourselves with to combat the evil we men face on a daily basis, 4) The show closes with a discussion on the 15 promises the Virgin Mary gave to Saint Dominic and Blessed Alan de la Roche, for anyone who prays the Holy Rosary daily. In addition, you may receive either a plenary or partial indulgence from reciting the Holy Rosary regularly. Visit: Catholic Men's Fellowship of California Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) Prior to Mary's appearances to the three small children, Lucia, Francisco, and Jacinta as Our Lady of Fatima in 1917, the Guardian Angel of Portugal appeared to them.  The Angel gave the children this prayer, "My God, I believe, I adore, I hope, and I love Thee! I beg pardon of Thee for those who do not believe, do not adore, do not hope and do not love Thee!" As California approaches its elections on Tuesday, 08 November 2022, many prayers are needed, 2) Knight Moves is honored to have as its very first female guest, Catherine Hadro. She is spokesperson and director of media relations for California's No on Proposition 1 campaign.  She is the founding host of EWTN Pro-Life Weekly, a global television show dedicated to the pro-life cause from a Catholic perspective and she now serves the network as an EWTN News Contributor. Catherine sits on the board of The Obria Group, a network of holistic women's healthcare clinics started in California. She is happily married to her husband Matthew -- who is a Second Degree Knight with the Knights of Columbus and her recently deceased father was a 4th Degree Knight, 3) Catherine speaks about how California's Proposition 1 is extreme, expensive, and unnecessary, it would mean late-term abortion in California. The No on Prop. 1 coalition is broad and diverse, it is a chance for us Catholics to work with other religious groups. There are practical ways that Knights can get personally involved: Volunteer for phone calls at NoProposition1.com; Write a Letter to the Editor; Put up yard signs; Engage with our social media; Have conversations with your neighbors and friends, https://www.noproposition1.com/ 4) The Knights of Columbus is a pro-life organization that defends life from conception.  Many Brother Knights volunteer for the 40 Days for Life campaigns, participate in the Ultrasound Initiative Program, and assist in Pregnancy Resource Centers. Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) In the first segment the history of Our Lady of the Pillar is discussed; how Our Heavenly Mother has interceded on the behalf of the faithful who seek to evangelize for her Son. Our Lady's first apparition was a bi-location to Saint James the Greater, in his hour of need, and allowed him to succeed in his mission in what is now Spain, 2) In the year 1326 in Extremadura, Spain, Our Lady appeared to a shepherd to tell him about a hidden treasure. This treasure is an image believed to painted by Saint Luke. Devotion to Mary through this image results in many victories against the Muslim invaders in Europa including the Battle of Lepanto and the Spanish victory in Grenada. The Catholic Spanish Monarchs Ferdinand and Isabella also have a devotion to Our Lady and through her intercession are able to unite Spain under a single rule, 3) Columbus makes his voyage to the New World thanks to the intercession and under the patronage of The Virgin Mary. There are many instances of his Marian devotion during the initial voyage.  It started on the feast of Our Lady of the Angels (Aug. 2), sighting land and debarking the ship on the feast of Our Lady of the Pillar (Oct. 12) and the Celebration of the first Mass in the New World on the feast of the Immaculate Conception (Dec. 8), 4) Mary is the intercessor for all Catholics but particularly for the Evangelists.  She is a powerful intercessor for the Knights of Columbus who are under her Patronage through Our Lady of Guadalupe. Mark talks about his trip to New Haven and shows a video montage of that trip to the Knights of Columbus College Council Conference. He and the young men who joined him, asked for Our Lady's intercession to convey them safely there and back as well as to inspire them to lead the men at their respective colleges in increasing their faith in Christ. Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) The focus of this show is on Sainthood and two modern Saints, in particular, Saint Mother Teresa and Saint Padre Pio. A brief description of what makes a person a Saint is provided, and we discuss the importance of modeling our lives after those Holy men and women, 2) In this segment, Isaac Cuevas is introduced, and we hear about his work with the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. As a Knight of Columbus, he strives daily to love his fellow man as we see the Saints doing, 3) In this segment we discuss Saint Mother Teresa, who spent her life devoted to those who are most vulnerable and were in need of love and compassion. Saint Mother Teresa was a champion of "the least of us" and frequently stood up to the authorities. Her life story is now a movie, which was produced by the Knights of Columbus. It will air in theatres on October 3rd and 4th. Please use the link below for additional details,  motherteresamovie.com 4) In the final segment we take a look at Saint Padre Pio and his wonderful life of virtue. He provides a great example of how we can overcome the trials of life when we turn to God for help and the saints for their intercession. A brief discussion of the upcoming movie is also provided. Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) In this episode we discuss the Archangels. In the first segment, a Catholic definition of an Angel is provided along with the description of the various choirs of the angels. The Archangels stand before God and therefore are uniquely positioned to provide heavenly intercession when we ask for it, 2) In the second segment, the show discusses the Archangel Saint Raphael. The Hebrew translation of Saint Raphael is "God Heals."  We look at the scripture passages that reference Saint Raphael and discuss why it is important to invoke his intercession when we need spiritual healing, 3) In the third segment, Archangel Saint Gabriel is the focus. A review of the scripture references to Saint Gabriel is undertaken along with how he is important to the show's location. Saint Gabriel is Hebrew for "God is strong" and provides courage to those he interacts with on earth, 4) In the final segment, a look at Archangel Saint Michael is provided. Again, we look at the instances in scripture Saint Michael is referenced and how as the "Prince of the Heavenly Hosts" he thrusts the dragon, Satan, into hell. He is, therefore, the defender of the Holy Church and thus we invoke his intercession at the end of each Mass. The feast day for Saint Michael is known as Michaelmas and was traditionally a celebration similar to Christmas. Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) There is a misconception surrounding the Knights of Columbus, that it is a group for old men. The Knights are committed to inviting young men into their ranks. One of the important goals of the Knights is to promote the continued Faith formation in their members and that includes the younger members as well. 2) This segment starts with a video of the San Gabriel Valley Chapter activities surrounding the Chapter Installation, and training for the new officers. Mark continues with news that he has been appointed as director of the College Knights Councils for the State of California. The first large activity will be the Annual Supreme meeting for these College Councils in New Haven, Ct. 3) Mark shows another video of the SGV Chapter participating in the closing of the Jubilee year for Mission San Gabriel. The importance of continued faith formation is discussed and how an alarming statistic shows the need for Councils to invite younger men into their ranks. 4) In the final segment, Mark shows a video of the Chapter installation with Bishop O'Connell followed by the Chapter testimonial luncheon. He also details the faith formation activities recommended by the Knights of Columbus that is open to everyone. Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) The Knights of Columbus was started in New Haven, Conn. by Fr. Michael McGivney, to help combat anti-Catholic sentiment and provide material support to widows and orphans. It has since grown to over $100 Billion in life insurance and billions of dollars in charitable support around the globe,  https://www.kofc.org/en/what-we-do/insurance/index.html 2) Mark describes an encounter with anti-Catholicism earlier in the day at the closing of the jubilee year for the Mission San Gabriel de Archangel. This is something the Knights of Columbus has always worked against and continues today, by spreading the truth of our Catholic Faith, https://www.kofc.org/en/who-we-are/our-faith/cis.html 3) The primary goal 0f the Knights of Columbus Councils is to assist their pastor with his many activities.  The priests are our Spiritual Shepards and help us follow the correct path, but the Knights are there to help him with everything else. We are also active in the Community helping to promote our Life activities, https://www.kofc.org/en/what-we-do/faith-in-action-programs/life/index.html 4) In this last segment, we discuss the faith enrichment programs that the Knights are promoting, like "Into the Breach" which developed out of an Apostolic Exhortation from Bishop Olmsted, https://www.kofc.org/en/what-we-do/faith-in-action-programs/faith/into-the-breach.html The Knights are always looking to help grow in the faith and help our brothers and families as well https://www.kofc.org/en/what-we-do/faith-in-action-programs/faith/index.html Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1)  Greg and Mark talk about their experience assisting the Archdiocese of Los Angeles with their annual pro-life event, One Life LA.  Greg speaks about the Catholic Church's teachings on the sanctity of life as demonstrated by the eight encyclicals written by popes over the last 100 years https://www.kofc.org/en/liberty-life-family/pro-life-educational-resources.html 2)  Mark continues to read the Wall Street Journal article "What it Means to be Pro-Life" written by the Knights of Columbus Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly.  Sir Knight David Flores is introduced and he tells his Catholic faith journey and road to joining the Knights of Columbus https://webreprints.djreprints.com/5233641296525.pdf 3)  Brother Knight David Flores shares his experience as a school board member for the City of El Monte in California.  In this capacity, he was assigned to a special task force to identify the needs of native American Indians and their curriculum needs.  He describes the differences between the Protestant Americans and the Catholic Spanish and French attitudes towards the inclusion of the Indians within their respective societies 4)  In the final segment David discusses the role the Knights of Columbus played in resolving the conflicts between the Mexican socialist government and the Catholic Cristeros.  The movie, "For Greater Glory," tells the story of the Cristeros.  David also talks about the pro-life movie, "Bella."  Both movies star Brother Knight Eduardo Verastegui Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) Fraternal Love: A love for our brothers, both those we know and those we don't. John 13:34-35: A new commandment I give unto you: That you love one another, as I have loved you, that you also love one another. By this shall all men know that you are My disciples, if you have love one for another, 2) In the second segment, we are introduced to Sir Knight Victor Martinez, who is the Color Corps Commander for Mission San Gabriel Assembly #66, Fourth Degree Assembly. He describes to us the basics of the Honor Guard activities and then tells us about his early life, 3) The discussion continues with Victor, regarding the commitment of the Knights to provide support for the less fortunate particularly the widows. A description of how the Honor Guard serves at a funeral Mass is provided and several examples are given, 4) In the final segment, we discuss how the Knights provide support for our brothers, both known and unknown. From Saint Ambrose: Do not desert a friend in time of need, nor forsake him nor fail him, for friendship is the support of life. If friends in prosperity help friends, why do they not also in times of adversity offer their support? There is your brother, naked, crying, and you stand there confused over the choice of an attractive floor covering. It is a better thing to save souls for the Lord than to save treasures. Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) The Queenship of the Virgin Mary is discussed along with the origins of this devotion, 2) The Knights of Columbus California State Deputy Rene Trevino is introduced, and he tells us about his journey in the Catholic faith, his family and his work as an architect, 3) In this segment, Rene tells us about his path in the Knights, from the gentle nudge from his wife to get his started through today as the State Deputy. He also discusses his close relationship with the State Chaplain Fr. John Grace, OSA, and how he has influenced the Knights and vice versa, 4) In the final segment, Rene discusses the importance of the Knights to our Families and our Parishes.  He emphasizes the importance on prayer and action. He reminds each of to ask a man to join us in aiding our Pastors. Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) This show marks our one-year anniversary on VMPR. In this episode, our focus is on how we profess our Faith, in prayer, in dress, and in our actions. We also cover the history of the Nicene and Apostle Creeds and their meaning, 2) In this segment we learn about Raj Rajput and his journey to Catholicism and then into the Knights. Raj is the President of the Knights on Bikes which is an organization within the Knights that provides support for large Knights events, 3) In this segment, Miguel Sanchez tells us about his reversion, and how that too, lead him to the Knights. We also discussed the Knights on Bikes' support for the Silver Rose and Our Lady of Guadalupe processions, 4) This segment starts with a Knights video on the new Eucharistic Procession program promoted by the Knights of Columbus in support of the USCCB Eucharistic Revival.  In the video, Raj is featured in one of the Processions highlighted. Knights on Biles can be found at: https://KnightsonBikesCalifornia.com Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) Leadership is defined as the act or instance of providing guidance and/or direction. The Knights of Columbus are called to be leaders for our families, communities, Councils, and Churches, 2) In this segment, Keith Allen joins the program and tells us about his journey to a reversion in the faith and how he is leading his family, new Council, and District in an effort to help them all grow closer to our Lord, 3) Christ calls each of us to the Faith in the Great Commissioning, where He says “Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you,” 4) In the final segment we discuss how men can become leaders and how that is essential to our being Knights of Columbus and good Catholic men. Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) The first segment is focused on the introduction of the Devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary and its origin with the Catholic Church. The concept is credited to both Saints Anselm of Canterbury and Bernard of Clairvaux. Later devotion was promoted through the efforts of Saint Catherine Labouré, 2) The concept of the Immaculate Conception is discussed and leads to the devotion of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, which is explained in detail. It is through the example of our Holy Mother, that we can hope to develop a closer relationship with Her Son and ultimately get to Heaven, 3) The actual devotions to the Immaculate Heart (and Sacred Heart) are discussed in this segment, with a focus on how these behaviors will lead us to becoming closer first to our Heavenly Mother and more importantly to our Lord, Jesus Christ, 4) In the final segment we open with the Santiago Retreat Center Family Picnic video and then discuss the symbolism of the images of the Immaculate Heart of Mary and the Miraculous Medal https://www.santiagoretreatcenter.org/kofcpicnic Mark Padilla: (323) 742-2990 Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1)  Greg and Mark give a recap of the last week's episode, which discussed the first three Precepts of the Catholic Church:  1. You shall attend Mass on Sundays and Holy Days of obligation.  2. You shall confess your sins at least once a year.  3. You shall receive the Sacrament of the Eucharist at least during the Easter Season, 2)  The Fourth Precept:  You shall observe the days of fasting and abstinence established by the Church. Saint Augustine stated that "fasting cleanses the soul."  Saint Basil said that "penance without fasting is useless and vain, by fasting we satisfy God," 3) The Fifth Precept:  You shall help to provide for the needs of the Church.  The discussion of tithing versus almsgiving demonstrated that tithing is giving what is due and almsgiving is going above and beyond what is due, 4) This segment discussed how the Knights of Columbus and their Faith in Action Programs assist men and thus their families in following the Precepts of the Catholic Church.  For more information go to https://www.kofc.org/en/what-we-do/faith-in-action-programs/index.html In Southern California, there will be a Family Picnic on August 13, 2022, for more information go to santiagoretreatcenter.org/kofcpicnic or call Mark Padilla (323)742-2990. Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) This episode focuses on the Precepts of the Catholic Church, why we need to follow them, and how we should also go the extra mile to become Saints.  Speaking of miles, Mark and Greg reflect on the last couple of weeks, which were extremely busy for the Knights as we close out the Columbian year and start a new one, 2) The first precept of the Catholic Church is attendance at Mass each Sunday and every Holy Day of Obligation. While this is the minimum requirement, we should all strive to attend Mass as frequently as possible. Daily prayer and reading the Gospel of the day, should be another goal for every Catholic as we continue growing in our Faith, 3) In this segment, the focus is on the second precept, you shall confess your sins at least once a year.  This is essential to prepare ourselves for the reception of Holy Communion.  Men, in particular, should hold each other to account, in a charitable manner. We should "love one another" enough to help each other stay on the path to sainthood, 4) The third precept, Reception of the Holy Eucharist at least once a year during the Easter Season, is at the center of the Catholic Faith.  The Real Presence is at the heart of our Faith and therefore reception of the Holy Eucharist should be paramount to the faithful but should be desired as often as possible.  The last two precepts will be covered in the next episode. Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org

Today's Topics: 1) The Eucharist is 'the source and summit of the Christian life. A brief explanation of the Real Presence is offered. Adoration is the first attitude of man acknowledging that he is a creature before his Creator. It exalts the greatness of the Lord who made us and the almighty power of the Savior who sets us free from evil 2) This segment introduces our guest Joe Serrano, who tells us his reversion story and how he has come to know that Christ has a calling for us all. Joe credits regular visits to Eucharistic Adoration for his reversion and newly found clean living 3)  In this segment we discuss the importance of Eucharistic Devotions. Through these devotions, we can adore Jesus, pray in his presence, express our sorrow for sin, and experience a oneness with him that leads us to participate in the Mass 4)  The final segment covers the Eucharistic revival in the United States, which begins on the feast of Corpus Christi (6/22) and will extend through 2024.  The Knights of Columbus are being asked to play an important role in this revival as leaders of men.  Through this Eucharistic revival, we will again receive the much-needed graces given to us by Christ when we ask for them in His presence Theme: "Salve Regina" performed by Floriani. All rights reserved. Used with permission. For more information please visit Floriani.org