DuBois Knights of Columbus, Council 519

03/24/2026

Knights of Columbus Easter Egg Hunt this Saturday March 28 at 12pm. We will gather at Nativity Hall, 920 Howard Ave, in DuBois. Lots of candy and prizes!

02/11/2026

12/05/2025

Paul E. Bojalad, “Boj”, age 67 of DuBois, PA died Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital.

Born on March 28, 1958 in DuBois, PA, he was the son of the late George E. Bojalad and Josephine “Jo” (Newell) Bojalad.

Boj was a 1976 graduate of the DuBois Area High School. He attended Penn State University and graduated from Clarion State College with a degree in teaching, and then went on to obtain his Master’s Degree from Clarion.

He was a teacher in the DuBois Area School District. Previous to that, he taught at Jeff Tech, and Punxsutawney and Bellwood Antis School Districts.

Boj was a member of the YMCA, was an ASA umpire, and was a well-known sports official in our area in basketball, softball, and football. Boj served District 9 as a P.I.A.A. official for close to 50 years. He founded the DuBois Youth Girls Softball League in 1982 that gave many area girls the opportunity to play softball. He was a board member of the DuBois Historical Society, was very active in the Republican Party, and was a member of Christ Lutheran Church.

Boj was a well-known advocate for youth sports. He donated countless hours, and energy, all for the betterment of the kids in our area.

He is survived by his three brothers (George Bojalad and his wife Justyne of DuBois, PA, Mike Bojalad and his wife Sandy of St. Marys, PA, and Ron Bojalad and his wife Teri of Orlando, FL), three nieces (Erica, Lindsay and Lauren), and six nephews (Matthew, Alec, Nick, David, Ian and Tom).

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, from 4 – 7 pm at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc.

A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 11 am from the funeral home with Pastor John Miller officiating.

Burial will follow in Morningside Cemetery.

In honor of his commitment to the area youth, the family requests in lieu of flowers, that memorial donations be made to The DuBois Little League Challenger Division, PO Box 71, DuBois, PA 15801.

Online condolences can be sent to www.baronickfuneralhome.com

12/04/2025

TRIPLE-STAR AWARDED FOR 2025. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE DUBOIS KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS , COUNCIL 519 !

10/13/2025

Fifth Annual Rosary in the Park at Showers Field in DuBois today. Biggest turn out yet. The wind died down and the sun came out for a beautiful blessed day! Prayer intentions were for pro life, world peace, and Hope along with any individual intentions. Thank you to all that came out!

09/30/2025

October: The Month of the Most Holy Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Each year, the Catholic Church dedicates the month of October to the Most Holy Rosary, honoring the Blessed Virgin Mary under her powerful title, Our Lady of the Rosary. This devotion not only recalls a rich history of faith and victory but also invites the faithful to renew their commitment to prayer and contemplation of the mysteries of Christ through the Rosary.

A Legacy of Prayer and Protection

The Rosary has long been regarded as one of the most treasured devotions in Catholic life. Rooted in sacred tradition and popularized by Saint Dominic in the 13th century, the Rosary was given by the Blessed Virgin Mary as a spiritual weapon to defend the Church against heresies and to guide souls toward salvation.

October’s dedication to the Rosary is deeply linked to the miraculous victory at the Battle of Lepanto in 1571, where Christian forces triumphed against the Ottoman fleet after Pope Saint Pius V called for all of Europe to pray the Rosary. That victory was attributed to Mary’s intercession, and ever since, the Church has highlighted October as a time to rediscover the Rosary’s power.

The Promise of Saint Louis de Montfort

The image reminds us of the powerful assurance given by Saint Louis de Montfort, one of the greatest Marian saints:
“Never will anyone who says his Rosary every day become a formal heretic or be led astray by the devil.”

This profound truth emphasizes the Rosary’s role as a shield against error, temptation, and despair. It is a prayer that unites us to Jesus through Mary, strengthening our faith and keeping us rooted in the truth of the Gospel.

Meditating on the Mysteries of Christ

Praying the Rosary is more than reciting repetitive prayers—it is a journey into the heart of the Gospel. Each decade invites the faithful to meditate on the mysteries of Christ’s life: His Incarnation, Passion, Resurrection, and the crowning glory of Heaven. Through Mary’s eyes, the faithful learn to reflect on the wonders of salvation and draw closer to Jesus.

Living the Rosary in Daily Life

The month of October is a reminder to make the Rosary part of our daily rhythm. Families are encouraged to gather together in the evening to pray, parishes organize Rosary rallies and processions, and individuals find strength in quietly meditating with their beads. The Rosary not only deepens personal prayer but also becomes a communal act of faith and trust in Mary’s maternal intercession.

A Call for Today

In a world shaken by conflict, uncertainty, and moral confusion, the Rosary is as timely and powerful as ever. Just as it turned the tide at Lepanto, it continues to transform hearts, families, and even nations. October is therefore not simply a month of tradition but a renewed invitation: to place ourselves under the protection of the Blessed Virgin Mary, to seek Christ through her maternal care, and to let the Rosary be our anchor of hope and peace.

🙏 Let us take up our beads this October with renewed devotion, praying for our families, the Church, and the world. Through the Rosary, may Mary lead us always to her Son, Jesus Christ.

09/22/2025

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