Knights of Columbus- Diocese of Balanga- DCDD

28/08/2026

ONLY 2 DAYS TO GO! 🎉⚔️

The excitement is building as we count down to the Charter Certificate Presentation Ceremony of St. Daniel Comboni Council No. 18827 in Duale, Limay, Bataan!

This momentous occasion will be graced by none other than our Worthy Luzon North State Deputy, Bro. Pascual C. Carbero, together with other distinguished State Officers.

Let us come together to celebrate this significant milestone in the history of our newest council and witness another strong step forward in the mission of the Knights of Columbus—strengthening our faith, fraternity, and commitment to service.

⚔️ In the One, we are one!

27/08/2026

Kauna-unahang Diocesan CUF Exemplification, Matagumpay na Isinagawa sa Diyosesis ng Balanga

ABUCAY, BATAAN — Matagumpay na isinagawa noong Agosto 22, 2026 ang kauna-unahang Diocesan Exemplification of Charity, Unity, and Fraternity (CUF) ng Knights of Columbus sa Diyosesis ng Balanga. Ang makasaysayang gawain ay ginanap sa St. Dominic de Guzman Parish, Abucay, Bataan.

Dumalo si Rev. Fr. Joseph M. Quicho, Diocesan Spiritual Director ng Knights of Columbus sa Diyosesis ng Balanga, bilang Honoree ng nasabing Exemplification. Ang kanyang presensya ay naging inspirasyon sa mga bagong miyembro at sa buong kapatiran upang patuloy na isabuhay ang mga prinsipyo ng Charity, Unity, at Fraternity.

Naroon din si Rev. Fr. Milver R. Cruz, kura paroko ng St. Dominic de Guzman Parish, upang ipahayag ang kanyang suporta sa mga gawain at misyon ng Knights of Columbus. Ang kanyang suporta at pakikiisa ay naging mahalagang bahagi ng matagumpay na pagdaraos ng gawain.

Sa kabuuan, 64 na bagong miyembro ang matagumpay na nagtapos sa Exemplification, saksi ang kanilang mga pamilya, mga Grand Knights, Council Officers, at mga miyembro mula sa iba't ibang konseho sa Diyosesis ng Balanga.

Isinagawa ang CUF sa ilalim ng temang "In the One, we are one,” na nagbibigay-diin sa pagkakaisa ng mga Knights of Columbus sa paglilingkod sa Diyos, sa Simbahan, at sa kapwa.

Nagpapasalamat din ang Knights of Columbus – Diocese of Balanga sa patuloy na suporta at paggabay ni Luzon North State Deputy Bro. Pascual Carbero, gayundin ni State Membership Director Bro. Mark Anthony R. Lodrigito, sa pagtataguyod ng mga programa para sa patuloy na paglago ng Orden.

Ang kauna-unahang Diocesan CUF ay pinangunahan ng DCDD Balanga, sa pamumuno ni Bro. Pedro 'Pete' E. Salvador, DCDD Chairman, kasama ang mga District Deputies ng Diyosesis ng Balanga. Sa pamamagitan ng kanilang sama-samang pagkilos at pakikipagtulungan, naging matagumpay ang unang Diocesan Exemplification at nagkaroon ng pagkakataong maipakita ang pagkakaisa ng buong kapatiran.

Ang matagumpay na pagsasagawa ng kauna-unahang Diocesan Exemplification of Charity, Unity, and Fraternity ay isang mahalagang hakbang tungo sa patuloy na pagpapalakas ng Knights of Columbus sa Diyosesis ng Balanga at sa pagpapalaganap ng kanilang misyon ng Charity, Unity, Fraternity, at Patriotism.

“In the One, we are one.”

26/08/2026

Pope Leo XIV appointed Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly as a member of the Vatican’s Dicastery for Laity, Family and Life on Aug. 25.

Established in 2016 by Pope Francis, the dicastery promotes the vocation and mission of the lay faithful, the pastoral care of young people, the family and the elderly, and the protection of human life. Its responsibilities also include organizing World Youth Days and support for lay movements and associations throughout the Church. The dicastery is headed by Cardinal Kevin J. Farrell, a former state chaplain of Texas.

Featured: Pope Leo XIV receives Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly in a private audience at the Vatican on July 4, 2025. (Photo by Vatican Media)

26/08/2026

📢 PLAN AND SCHEDULE YOUR CUF EXEMPLIFICATION!

Worthy Brothers, now is the time to plan ahead and schedule your Council’s Exemplification of Charity, Unity, and Fraternity (CUF)!

📅 Take advantage of the upcoming long weekend!
August 29, 30 & 31, 2026

You may also choose from the weekends throughout the Month of September to conduct your CUF Exemplification.

🎯 Don’t miss the First Quarter Incentive Drive!
Plan early, prepare your candidates, and help strengthen membership in your Council!

For assistance and guidance, kindly contact your respective District Deputies.

Let us continue to recruit, exemplify, and welcome new Brothers into the Knights of Columbus! ⚔️

26/08/2026

These are the proposed annual diocesan activities of the Knights of Columbus – Diocese of Balanga for Fraternal Year 2026–2027.

Please note that the schedules and dates may change depending on circumstances and other necessary adjustments. We will provide updates as needed.

We sincerely hope that you will join us in these meaningful activities as we continue to strengthen our Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism.

Together, let us make Fraternal Year 2026–2027 fruitful, meaningful, and successful! 💙⚔️

We look forward to sharing these moments of faith, service, fellowship, and brotherhood with all of you. Your presence and participation will truly make a difference!

See you, Brothers, as we journey together toward another successful and fruitful Fraternal Year!

24/08/2026

A Prayerful Birthday Greeting to Bro. Ricky Dizon!🙏🎉

On your special day, may the Lord continue to shower you with His abundant blessings, good health, wisdom, strength, and happiness. May He guide you in all your endeavors and grant the desires of your heart according to His holy will.

May this new year of your life be filled with faith, love, peace, and countless blessings. 🙏✨

Happy Birthday, Bro. Ricky Dizon! 🎂🎉

With our warmest prayers and best wishes,

Greetings from the DCDD Balanga

20/08/2026

𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗢 𝗗𝗜𝗚𝗡𝗨𝗦! (𝗕𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵𝘆!)

​Para sa mga kabataang lalaki edad 10-17 sa Abucay: Oras na para maglingkod, matuto, at mag-enjoy kasama ang mga kapwa mo kabataan!

​Join the Columbian Squires - Bishop Victor C. Ocampo D.D. Circle.

​Tumawag o mag-text sa 0927-257-4255 para sa iba pang impormasyon.

20/08/2026

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, REV. FR. JOSEPH M. QUICHO! 🎂

Warmest birthday greetings to our beloved Knights of Columbus Diocesan Spiritual Director, Rev. Fr. Joseph M. Quicho!

May the Lord continue to bless you with good health, wisdom, strength, and abundant grace as you faithfully serve God, the Church, and the Knights of Columbus.

Thank you for your spiritual guidance, support, and presence in our fraternal journey. May your special day be filled with joy, love, and countless blessings.

Happy Birthday, Rev. Fr. Joseph! 🙏🎂🎉

Greetings from all the Knights of Columbus members of the Diocese of Balanga. ⚔️🕊️

Vivat Jesus!

August 20
𝑯𝒂𝒑𝒑𝒚 𝑩𝒊𝒓𝒕𝒉𝒅𝒂𝒚
Fr. Joseph M. Quicho
Parochial Vicar
St. Michael the Archangel Parish
(Orion, Bataan)

18/08/2026

𝘿𝘾𝘿𝘿 𝘽𝘼𝙇𝘼𝙉𝙂𝘼 𝙍𝙀𝙈𝙄𝙉𝘿𝙀𝙍: 𝙄𝙉𝙎𝙏𝘼𝙇𝙇𝘼𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉 𝙊𝙁 𝘾𝙊𝙐𝙉𝘾𝙄𝙇 𝙊𝙁𝙁𝙄𝘾𝙀𝙍𝙎

As we conduct the Installation of Council Officers, all councils are reminded to observe the following guidelines and standards:

1. Use the Updated Ceremony Guide

Use the updated Guide for the Installation of Council Officers (PAGTATALAGA NG MGA BAGONG PINUNO NG KONSEHO, July, 2025). Please ensure that the proper ceremony, procedures, and prescribed format are followed.

2. Use “Fraternal Year”

Always use the term Fraternal Year, not Columbian Year, in announcements, programs, certificates, and other official materials.

3. Wear the Proper Uniform

Officers and participating members should wear the prescribed Knights of Columbus uniform:

* Knights of Columbus Emblem Polo Barong (long sleeves)
* Black Pants
* Black Shoes
* Black Socks

4. Use the Ceremonial Baldric

During the Installation Ceremony, officers should use the Ceremonial Baldric, not the Service Baldric.

5. Use the Official Theme

Incorporate the official theme for this Fraternal Year in your programs, presentations, and publication materials:
“In the One, we are one.”

6. Proper Installation of Officers' Medals of Office (Jewels)

The District Deputy, serving as the Installing Officer, shall be the one to place or invest the officer with the appropriate medal (jewel) of office—not the sponsor.

7. Coordinate Requests for Honor Guards

Councils requesting the presence and participation of Honor Guards should properly coordinate with and notify the concerned Assembly in advance.

8. Proper Use of Names and Titles

As a general practice, use “Bro", before the names of brother Knights in announcements, programs, and other fraternal communications, whenever appropriate.

9. Use the Correct Knights of Columbus Emblem

All councils are reminded to use only the official and correct Knights of Columbus emblem available through the official Knights of Columbus Brand Assets.

LET US ENSURE A PROPER, UNIFORM, AND MEANINGFUL INSTALLATION CEREMONY.

Follow the updated guidelines.
Observe the proper protocol.
Uphold the dignity of the Order.

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█▓▒▒░░░DISCLAIMER These reminders and guidelines are intended specifically for the councils under the Diocese of Balanga and are issued solely for local guidance, coordination, and implementation.

They do not constitute an official policy, directive, or position of the Knights of Columbus as a whole, nor should they be interpreted as representing the official stand of the Supreme Council, the State Council, or any other jurisdiction unless expressly stated.

The contents are provided in good faith to help clarify local activities, procedures, and expectations. In cases of conflict or inconsistency, the official policies, rules, regulations, and directives of the Knights of Columbus and the proper authorities shall prevail.

This material should not be construed as creating new rules or modifying existing official policies of the Order. For matters requiring official interpretation or clarification, the appropriate higher authority should be consulted.░░░▒▒▓█