Knights of Columbus
Kansas State Council

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• Commitment to Humanities
• Community Activities
• Pennies from Heaven
• Pro-Life

The purpose of this award is to recognize Knights of Columbus councils most effective in promoting the Gospel of Life.

To be eligible for this award a council must be involved in the four-part plan proposed by the U.S. Catholic Bishops; “Pastoral Plan for Pro-Life Activities - A Campaign in Support of Life” from conception to natural death.

Public Information and Education

Required - An educational presentation of at least 45 minutes at councilor parish function on abortion, infanticide, death penalty or euthanasia.
Additional suggested activities:
A Erect a pro-life billboard
B. Conduct a Pro-life essay contest for the youth
C. Purchase and display a set of fetal models
D. Promote natural family planning

Pastoral Care for Those Who Have Been Affected by Our Culture of Death

Required - To sponsor at least one major fundraiser for pro-life.
Additional suggested activities:
A. Erect a memorial to the unborn
B. Promote Project Rachel
C. Visit nursing homes or elderly shut-ins
D. Assist mothers who have made a life-affirming decision including adoption

Public Policy Efforts for Favorable Pro-Life Legislation

Required - Support the Kansas Catholic Conference’s pro-life legislative agenda. Council sponsored postcard/letter writing campaign or petition drive.
Additional suggested activities:
A. Participation in March for Life rallies, pro-life chains, etc
B. Conduct a Voter Forum, voter registration
C. Support efforts to end the death penalty and better understand the Church’s teaching
D. Conduct a survey of your elected officials

Prayer and Worship

That the Culture of Death That Surrounds Us Today Will Be Replaced by a Culture of Life and Love

Required - A council sponsored rosary before or after Mass at least one weekend each month for the intention of ending the unnatural taking of life.
Additional Suggested Activities:
A Sponsor a Pro-Life Living Rosary
B. Sponsor Pro-Life Stations of the Cross
C. A monthly Mass for Pro-Life Cause and conversion of those in the abortion industry
D. Distribute Holy Cards to students to promote prayer and understanding of Pro-Life

Reporting

The council must submit report of at least one activity in each of the four areas (additional activities are encouraged) to State Pro-Life Chaircouple by March 20.