Report: International Summorum Pontificum Pilgrimage to Rome

From 26 October - 5 November 2012, members of the Knights of Columbus Woodlawn Council 2161 Traditional Latin Mass Guild, in cooperation with The Remnant Newspaper, traveled to Rome, Italy, to participate in the International Summorum Pontificum Pilgrimage, organized by the International Federation Una Voce and the Italian Coordinamento Summorum Pontificum.  Guild members lead a contingent of American pilgrims from Pennsylvania, West Virginia, New York, Minnesota, Georgia, and Texas.

Solemn Mass for the Feast of Christ the King at Ss. Trinita dei Pellegrini, the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter church in Rome.  Pilgrims also attended daily Traditional Latin Mass at this church.

A visit to the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls to pray at the tomb of St. Paul.

Pilgrims prayed in the Crypt of the Nativity at the Basilica of Saint Mary Major before a relic of the Holy Crib.

Pilgrims prayed the Holy Rosary before the Blessed Sacrament in the Basilica of Saint John Lateran and ascended the Holy Stairs on their knees while meditating on the Passion of Our Lord.

Audience with the Holy Father Pope Benedict XVI in Saint Peter's Square.

Pontifical Mass for the Feast of All Saints offered by Cardinal Brandmuller, President Emeritus of the Pontifical Committee for Historical Sciences, in the church of Ss. Trinita dei Pellegrini.

Praying before the tomb of St. Cecilia in the Basilica of Saint Cecilia.

Pontifical Mass for All Souls Day offered by Archbishop Sciacca, Secretary-General of the Governatorate of Vatican City State, in the church of Ss. Trinita dei Pellegrini.

Praying the Angelus in St. Peter's Square with the Holy Father.

We were joined on pilgrimage by Dr. John Rao (left), Associate Professor of History at St. John's University, New York City, and Director of the Roman Forum.

Woodlawn Council wishes to thank Syversen Touring for expertly and professionally arranging travel, lodging, and meals for this pilgrimage.

Report: Fifth Annual Battle of Lepanto Mass & Dinner

On Sunday, 7 October 2012, the Knights of Columbus Woodlawn Council 2161 Traditional Latin Mass Guild hosted a High Mass at St. Titus Church, Aliquippa, for the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary.

The celebrant was Fr. James W. Dolan, Chaplain of the Latin Mass Community of Holy Wisdom Parish, Pittsburgh.

Music for the Mass was provided by The Recusants.

After Mass, at the Fifth Annual Battle of Lepanto Dinner, Paul F. Crawford, Associate Professor of Ancient & Medieval History at California University of Pennsylvania, gave an interesting and informative talk on "Lepanto and the Crusades."

Awards were presented to three Honorees, Anthony M. Campana, Anthony J. Loschiavo, and Vincent Patterson, Jr., for each having 50 years of service in the Knights of Columbus.

Woodlawn Council wishes to thank the following patrons and sponsors for their generous support of this event:

St. Titus Holy Name Society

Magisterial District Judge James F. DiBenedetto

Frankovitch, Anetakis, Colantino & Simon

I-DOC

Caring Angels HomeCare Helpers

Weirton Lumber

Mitchell's Jewelers

Bernard J. Brennan

Fred Isabella & Sons Locksmiths

Lydia's Flower Shoppe

George Kruel Electrical Service

Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home, Inc.

Pittsburgh Latin Mass Community, Inc.

Loggia Nuova Italia #305 Aliquippa

San Rocco Council No. 3 Sons of Columbus

Flaherty Fardo, LLC



Lay people co-responsible for the being and activity of the Church - Pope Benedict XVI

"Co-responsibility requires a change in mentality, particularly with regard to the role of the laity in the Church, who should be considered not as “collaborators” with the clergy, but as persons truly “co-responsible” for the being and activity of the Church... always in cordial communion with the bishops."  Pope Benedict XVI, 24 August 2012, message to the Assembly of the International Catholic Action Forum.

L'Osservatore Romano article here.
Full text of papal message here.

International Summorum Pontificum Pilgrimage to Rome

International Summorum Pontificum Pilgrimage to Rome
Organized by the International Federation Una Voce and
the Italian Coordinamento Summorum Pontificum

Join The Remnant and
the Knights of Columbus Woodlawn Council 2161
Traditional Latin Mass Guild for the
International Summorum Pontificum Pilgrimage to Rome, Italy
26 October - 5 November 2012

$3,195 departure from Pittsburgh
Details here.

Fifth Annual Battle of Lepanto Mass & Dinner -- Sunday, 7 Oct. 2012, 4:00 PM

Celebrate the Feast of the Holy Rosary

and

Commemorate the Battle of Lepanto

Traditional Latin High Mass

Sunday, 7 October 2012, 4:00 PM (note the time)

Saint Titus Church

952 Franklin Avenue

Aliquippa PA 15001

Celebrant:

Fr. James W. Dolan

Latin Mass Community Chaplain

Holy Wisdom Parish, Pittsburgh

Fifth Annual Battle of Lepanto Dinner

Immediately After Mass

Speaker: Paul F. Crawford

Associate Professor of Ancient & Medieval History

California University of Pennsylvania

Topic: "Lepanto and the Crusades"

Cost: $30

Students: $25

 

Sponsored By:

Knights of Columbus Woodlawn Council 2161

Traditional Latin Mass Guild

Purchase a Dinner Program Ad.

Full Page: $35

Half Page: $20

Regional Traditional Catholic Conference

The Remnant ~ The Angelus ~ Catholic Family News
The same podium, the same weekend, the same conference!

When? September 28, 29 & 30, 2012
Where? Serbian American Cultural Center in Weirton, WV,
(just three miles from Franciscan University in Steubenville)
Who? Michael Matt, James Vogel, John Vennari,
Christopher Ferrara, John Rao

The Catholic Counterrevolution is Uniting
Attend to find out how you can help!

Seating is limited.

For additional details and registration information, see here.
For summaries of the talks and to purchase CD's, go here.

Pope Benedict XVI Commends Knights of Columbus

(Vatican Radio) On Tuesday August 7^th the 130^th Supreme Convention of the Order of the Knights of Columbus gets underway in Anaheim, California. The Order, founded on the principles of charity, unity and fraternity, will gather together thousands of its members.  Below are excerpts of the message to the Convention addressed to Supreme Knight Karl A. Anderson on behalf of Pope Benedict XVI signed by Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone.

"His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI was pleased to learn that from 7 to 9 August 2012 the 130th Supreme Convention of the Knights of Columbus will be held in Anaheim, California. He has asked me to convey his warm greetings to all in attendance, together with the assurance of his closeness in prayer." ...

"At a time when concerted efforts are being made to redefine and restrict the exercise of the (Catholic faith), the Knights of Columbus have worked tirelessly to help the Catholic community recognize and respond to the unprecedented gravity of these new threats to the Church’s liberty and public moral witness." ...

"The challenges of the present moment are in fact yet another reminder of the decisive importance of the Catholic laity for the advancement of the Church’s mission in today’s rapidly changing social context. The Knights of Columbus, founded as a fraternal society committed to mutual assistance and fidelity to the Church, was a pioneer in the development of the modern lay apostolate. His Holiness is confident that the Supreme Convention will carry on this distinguished legacy by providing sound inspiration, guidance and direction to a new generation of faithful and dedicated Catholic laymen." ...

"Given this urgent need, the Holy Father encourages the Supreme Council, together with each of the local Councils, to reinforce the praiseworthy programs of continuing catechetical and spiritual formation which have long been a hallmark of your Order. Each Knight, in fidelity to his baptismal promises, is pledged to bear daily witness, however quiet and unassuming, to his faith in Christ, his love of the Church and his commitment to the spread of God’s Kingdom in this world." ...

"His Holiness wishes me to convey his profound personal gratitude for the spiritual bouquet of prayers and sacrifices which the Knights and their families have offered for his intentions throughout this year which marks the thirty-fifth anniversary of his episcopal ordination. He is pleased to see in this act of spiritual solidarity not only an outstanding testimony of love for the Successor of Saint Peter, ... but also a sign of especial fidelity, loyalty and support during these difficult times."

"With these sentiments, the Holy Father commends the deliberations of the Supreme Convention to the loving intercession of Mary, Mother of the Church. To all the Knights and their families he cordially imparts his Apostolic Blessing as a pledge of joy and peace in the Lord."

Read the entire message here.