Trust and surrender in a broken world
A knight’s perspective By Mike Langlois Contributing writer As Catholics, the practice of trusting and surrendering to Jesus, in accordance with His teachings and examples, is fundamental to aligning with God’s will. Implementing these principles can be difficult...
Lectio Divina: The transformative power of holy story
A knight’s perspective By Mike Langlois Contributing writer For thousands of years, people have used storytelling to make sense of their world. When combined with prayer, this tradition forms a significant spiritual discipline called Lectio Divina. Lectio Divina —...
God’s will for us
By Mike Langlois Contributing writer When I began writing this column, I thought it important to give it a fitting title. I sent ideas to trusted people, and it became “A Knight’s Reflection.” The title fits well because, as a Knight of Columbus with a deep interest...
A Knight’s reflection
Years ago, a genealogy search revealed a 17th-century family ancestor was a river pilot who guided merchant ships along the treacherous waters of the St. Lawrence near Beauport, Quebec.
My ancestor navigated perilous rapids, shifting shoals, and powerful tides to safely guide people — and cargo — into port. The Christian may encounter turbulent spiritual challenges — such as periods of doubt, feelings of fear, or
A thousand times I fall
By Mike Langlois Contributing writer My wife is an eternal optimist. I am not. No matter financial concerns, work-related stress, physical illness, or simply navigating major life changes, she seeks a positive path forward. When she senses I am growing discouraged,...
143-year-old brotherhood with a renewed calling: The Knights plan to spread the gospel
By Mike Langlois Contributing writer Recently, I wrote a column on the importance of Cor, a Knights of Columbus men’s faith-based initiative that is steadily growing worldwide. Now, I want to explain the history of the organization and its strategy to infuse...
A Knight’s reflection
The old man at the altar By Mike Langlois Contributing writer A few months ago, I stopped by a church in a neighboring town to pray the Chaplet of the Divine Mercy. It was nearly 3 p.m. — The Hour of Mercy. Inside, the bright sun’s rays penetrated the multi-colored...
The power of pilgrimage: The National Shrine of the Divine Mercy
Above: A view of Station of the Cross XII (Jesus is Crucified). Photo | Mike Langlois By Mike Langlois Editor’s note: Mike Langlois is the Grand Knight of St. Augustine Knights of Columbus Council 7273 in Peru, NY. He is also the Upstate Conference Coordinator for...
The importance of the K of C Cor program
By Mike Langlois Grand Knight of St. Augustine Knights of Columbus Council 7273 In November 2023, I was in my first year as Grand Knight for St. Augustine’s Council 7273, Peru, NY, when an article in the Knights of Columbus’ Columbia magazine piqued my interest. The...
