Kentucky is honored to have been able to have the opportunity for the KofC Mexican Martyrs “Reliquary” to tour parts of our state April 5 – April 11, 2025. The Reliquary contains relics of 6 members of the Knights of Columbus who were martyred during the persecution of Catholics in Mexico from 1926-1929. The Reliquary seeks to make known in the United States the testimony of these Knights of Columbus priest martyrs and all those who sacrificed their lives for their faith during the time of religious persecution in Mexico. In 2000, 25 Mexican martyrs were canonized by Pope John Paul II. Six were members of the Knights of Columbus. There were Spanish and English prayer cards and booklets for the KY Mexican Martyrs Relics tour available for attendees.
The tour took the reliquary to these parishes where the relics were venerated.
Holy Redeemer Catholic Church – Beaver Dam, KY
St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church – Guthrie, KY
St. Helen’s Catholic Church – Glasgow, KY
Cristo Rey Catholic Church – Florence, KY
St. Paul Catholic Church – Lexington, KY
St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church – Louisville, KY
732 pilgrims visited 6 Parishes during 9 events. The State Deputy sends his Gratitude and Thanks to all who helped coordinate and participate in the events. Viva Cristo Rey!
Submitted by: State Deputy, Luke Williams
