October 2026 – Fraternal Benefit Message

Blessed Michael McGivney certainly knew how important life insurance was to a family. It is

amazing how involved Fr. McGivney was in developing the Order’s insurance program.

According to Christopher Kauffman, the author of the centennial history of the Order, Faith and

Fraternalism, The History of the Knights of Columbus 1882-1982; One of Fr. McGivney’s two

main reasons for founding the Order was “the need to protect families during sickness and

death.” (pg. 17) Kauffman goes on to say that Fr. McGivney “spent his energy in promoting the

insurance feature.” (pg. 35) Originally, when the Order was founded, there was no such thing as

an “associate member.” Everyone was insured; that was one of the two primary reasons for

joining. The Order is now well known for its charitable works and strong advocacy for the most

vulnerable. But strengthening men in their faith and protecting them and their families with life

insurance were twin catalysts in forming the Order. While young Catholic men still seek to

strengthen their faith, we know families still need protection from untimely death and members

have access to a complete range of financial planning products that are still exclusive to the

Knights of Columbus. Father McGivney’s mission remains just as important today. Call me

today to set up an appointment to find out more about what your Knights of Columbus

membership entitles you to and how we have increased the ways in which we can help you plan

your financial future. Thank you for being a member of the Knights of Columbus. It is an honor

to serve you.

Sincerely,

Ryan Janak

Field Agent, Knights of Columbus FICF

(832)693-3160