Vatican City: Pope Leo XIV expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Knights of Columbus for their steadfast dedication to charity, faith, and defense of human life during an audience with the organization’s Board of Directors at the Vatican. The Pope’s remarks came as the Knights visited Rome as part of their pilgrimage for the Jubilee of Hope, marking yet another chapter in the fraternal order’s historic partnership with the Holy See.
In his address at the Apostolic Palace, Pope Leo commended the Knights for their enduring spirit of service to both the Church and humanity. He noted that their charitable initiatives have not only strengthened communities across the world but have also helped preserve the artistic and spiritual heritage of the Vatican itself.
The Pope drew particular attent