First Friday (8/1/25) at Waterleaf Women’s Center
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
Knights on Bridges for Life July 25, 2025
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
Special Olympics Region C Golf Tournament
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
Special Olympics Illinois State – 2025 Summer Games – Artistic Gymnastics Competition
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
Opening Ceremonies at the Special Olympics Illinois State 2025 Summer Games
On 6/20/25; Sir Knights from the Illinois State Council Knights of Columbus; were at the Special Olympics Illinois State 2025 Summer Games, cheering on our Special athletes. A VFW Color Guard led us on the field all branches of the US Military were represented; especially my favorites, the Navy &Continue Reading
Rockford Walk for Life and Family
Our Brother Sir Knight Mark Halper, and Holy Family Council #13123 was at the Rockford Walk for Life and Family. This Pro-Life event featured some great speakers. On Saturday 6/14/25 it was great to see an event were our Pro-Life Brothers and Sisters peacefully let their voices be heard forContinue Reading
One Spirit, One Faith, Many Nations: An International Pentecost Potluck
On Saturday 6/7/25; after 4 PM Mass, Our Lady of Mercy (OLM) had a very special event. The Narthex was decorated with Flags of many Countries. Upon approaching the Parish Life Center (PLC); Parishioner’s were greeted in many languages. Our North American (NA) Team decorated with the Ontario, Sugar SkullContinue Reading
Memorial Day 2025
It was a beautiful day for our Annual Memorial Day Parades. In Aurora, the Aurora Fire Department had a large American flag displayed. The Aurora Police lead the way with their Color Guard, and their Honor Guard. In Naperville; our Naperville Councils; in the Bishop Blanchette Assembly, had a HonorContinue Reading
IL State KOC Convention 2025
The IL State KOC Convention was on held on 5/16/25, 5/17/25 & 5/18/25. We started the Convention on Saturday morning with our Color Guard and a parade of Council Banners. SK Eric Wood led the way; with Commander David Wingier leading the Color Guard, both of Bishop Blanchette Assembly #3044.Continue Reading
PRIESTS VS DEACONS SOFTBALL GAME 2024
As we get ready for the 2025 Priests versus Deacons Softball Game, here is a look at 2024’s Team Photo. And the Raffle winners. Kaffer Assembly is planning another great Softball Game in 2025.Continue Reading