NOTE: The following are “General Guidelines” for “By Laws”; the latest version of the Joliet Chapter “By Laws” should be followed. Bylaws are the internal operating rules or governing documents of an organization (corporation, nonprofit, association) defining its structure, including board roles, meeting procedures, and voting rights. They function asContinue Reading
Roman Catholic churches across the U.S. are experiencing a surge in new converts, particularly among Gen Z and young adults, according to reports from Fox News. Many parishes report packed Masses and rising conversion numbers, driven by a desire for tradition, community, and stability amid modern uncertainty, with some dioceses seeing 30-70%Continue Reading
The 2026 March for Life; started on 3/19/26 with a “Mass for Life” at the Nelson Center Hockey Rink. There were a lot of Pro-Life students, Knights, and Parishioners present. St. Peter and Paul; in Naperville, was represented at the Mass by Father Jared Rutnicki. We then proceeded to theContinue Reading
Saturday, September 27, 2025 Six Flags Great America and Special Olympics Illinois again teamed up for the Coaster Challenge on Saturday, September 27, 2025; to support, the athletes of Special Olympics Illinois. Coaster-Riders registered for $25, fundraised and rode the distance of a 5K, 10K, Half Marathon or Marathon on SixContinue Reading
An event for the “National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Children”; was held on 9/13/25, at Resurrection Cemetery in Romeoville, IL. Nine Sir Knights; from Joliet Chapter, joined Father Matt Lamouereux and quite a few Pro-Life speakers. The event was well organized by a team of dedicated Pro-Life volunteers. TheContinue Reading
Today a very special Marine had a Funeral Mass and had special honors befitting a decorated Veteran. Charles (Chuck) Bolwin served as our GOP Precinct Captain and recruited me to become a GOP Election Judge many years ago. Chuck served in Vietnam and earned two Purple Heart metals. The VFWContinue Reading
On Friday; August 1st 2025, the Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church Aurora/Illinois Respect Life Ministry volunteers were Praying facing Planned Parenthood Aurora. Our peaceful; prayerful, public witness is needed now more than ever with the influx of abortion bound women coming from outside the State of Illinois, which hasContinue Reading
Brother Knight Richard Petraitis; the Culture of Life Director from St. Joan of Arc Council #15168, was out at the I-355/Maple Ave overpass the morning of 7/25/25, at 7:30 AM. Richard was assisted by Brother Knight Tom Kmet, as they formed their banner team to face the northbound rush hourContinue Reading
It was a beautiful morning; on 7/21/25, to be at the Special Olympics Illinois- Region C “3-6-9” Golf Tournament, at the Bartlett Hills Golf Club. Two Sir Knights from Blanchette Assembly #3044 and Robert H. Weaver Council #12005 were also at the Bartlett Hills Golf Club. I was assigned toContinue Reading
On 6/21/25 my Wife and I were at the Special Olympics Illinois State – 2025 Summer Games – Artistic Gymnastics Competition. Our job was to lead Special Athletes through various challenges staffed by Judges & Volunteers. This is a tribute to our Special Olympics Artistic Gymnastics Judges & Volunteers. ParallelContinue Reading