Grand Knights Message, April, 2025

Tempus Fugit. Memento Mori, Unity and Fraternity

Vivat Jesus brother Knights!  Blessed Holy Week

In the past year we have all experienced loss; including that of our brother Knights. I want to ask you how do you live our motto Tempus Fugit. Memento Mori (Time flies. Remember death) in your daily life. How are we living our lives, what are we taking for granted?

As surely as we do not know the day and time of Christ's return we do not know when God will ask us to return to him. We need to live remembering that “to dust we will return”. We need to live a faithful life. Through prayer and intentional living, we can prepare ourselves.

A few recommendations have been presented in a message from Jason Godin, a member of Chaska (Minn.) Council 9141. To read his message click here Some of those suggestions include remembering that death is not an end but a pilgrimage to eternal life. Pray the rosary often and to learn from heroes of virtue such as Blessed Michael McGivney.

As a lifelong paramedic I have faced death and loss along with the many feelings and emotions that accompany those experiences. One thing I have learned is that we are never alone, we need others in those times.

Recall the pillars of our Knighthood; Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism let us rely on our fellow Knights in times of sadness or loss. Through Unity and Fraternity, we are united as brothers in Christ. When we face difficult times let us turn to each other as we are stronger together.

Reach out to reflect and share with a fellow Knight. If you experience feelings that challenge you do not hesitate to seek assistance beginning with reflection and prayer. Beyond that help is available; please seek it out.

Vivat Jesus

Erik 

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