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The people we spend time with can shape our confidence, choices, and well-being. 💟

You deserve relationships built on trust, respect, and genuine care.

The Knights of Columbus Archbishop Charles A. Salatka Council #15454 invite all Catholics in the Diocese of Grand Rapids to join in a special evening honoring our priests, deacons, and religious.

These men and women have dedicated their lives to serving God and His Church — walking with families through baptisms, marriages, funerals, Masses, confessions, and life’s most important moments. This evening is an opportunity for our community to thank them for their faithful “yes” to their vocation.

📍 SS. Peter & Paul Gymnasium
📅 Wednesday, June 17, 2026
🕠 Reception at 5:30 PM | Dinner to follow
💲 $35 per person | Tables of 8 available

RSVP by June 7 to John Veneklase
📧 [email protected]
📞 616-560-4430

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with fellow Catholics throughout the Diocese of Grand Rapids.

Michigan Knights of Columbus

Mental health conversations matter because everyone carries a story we cannot always see.

May is Preeclampsia Awareness Month 💜

Preeclampsia and other hypertensive disorders of pregnancy affect approximately 5–8% of pregnancies and can impact both mom and baby. Knowing the signs, understanding risk factors, and learning when to seek care can make a difference.

The phrase often connected with Preeclampsia Awareness Month is "𝘋𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘏𝘰𝘱𝘦" — because sharing stories and education can help support the next family facing a difficult pregnancy journey.

We're also excited to announce something new at HELP Pregnancy Aid! 🎉

For the first time ever, we will be offering a 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘀𝗶𝗮 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 on:
📅 Tuesday, June 2
🕙 10:00 AM
💬 Offered in English and Spanish

Whether you're expecting, supporting someone who is pregnant, or simply want to learn more, this class is designed to provide information and support.

📲 Call or text us at (616) 459-9139 for more information or to sign up.

Please share this with someone who may benefit. 💜

🚗 Car Seat Safety Check Tomorrow! 👶

Parents, grandparents, and caregivers — if you want extra peace of mind that your child's car seat is installed correctly, this is a great opportunity!

📅 May 27
⏰ 3–6 PM
📍 Caledonia Twp Fire Dept.

Certified technicians will be available to check car seat installation and help make sure your little one is riding as safely as possible.

Whether you're expecting your first baby, recently changed car seats, or just want a second set of eyes, this can be a helpful stop!

Tag a parent who may want to know about this and share to help spread the word. ❤️

Reminder: HELP Pregnancy Aid is closed today in observance of Memorial Day.

Today we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. We will reopen tomorrow during normal business hours. ❤️

Memorial Day Reminder

HELP Pregnancy Aid will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day as we remember and honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

We will reopen during normal business hours on Tuesday.

We hope you have a meaningful and safe holiday with your family and loved ones. ❤️

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💙

Life changes, pregnancy, parenting, unexpected circumstances, and everyday responsibilities can bring a lot of emotions all at once. Sometimes people feel like they need to carry everything by themselves.

But support matters. Connection matters.

At HELP Pregnancy Aid, we believe every woman and family deserves to feel seen, heard, and supported. Reaching out for encouragement, asking questions, or letting someone walk alongside you is a sign of strength.

You don't have to carry everything alone.

Know someone who may need encouragement today? Share this with them. 💙

Two weeks later and we're still reflecting on 𝘛𝘏𝘌 𝘞𝘌𝘓𝘓.

Some events encourage you in the moment. Others stay with you and continue giving you something to pray about and think about long after they're over. Through Christopher West’s message, music from Mike Mangione, and meaningful moments shared together, 𝘛𝘏𝘌 𝘞𝘌𝘓𝘓 invited us to look deeper at the thirst we all carry and where true fulfillment is found.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and made the evening so special. 💛

Take a look through some of the beautiful moments from the night: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCUfsz

And the journey continues...
✨ 𝘛𝘏𝘌 𝘞𝘌𝘓𝘓 Follow-Up Discussion & Sharing Time
📍 HELP Pregnancy Aid | June 17 at 6:30 PM
🎤 Speaker: Susana Chapa, Hispanic Ministry Director for the Diocese of Lansing
💬 English & Spanish available

👉 Register here: https://supporthelppregnancy.org/tob-west-mi/

Thanks to St. John Vianney Catholic Church - Wyoming, MI for hosting this event and Little Ways Photography for capturing these beautiful moments for us!

🥕🍎 Need help accessing groceries for your family? We wanted to share this upcoming Mobile Food Pantry schedule for our community.

While these events are not hosted by HELP Pregnancy Aid, we know resources like this can make a meaningful difference for families who may need extra support right now. ❤️

You can also find additional Feeding America West Michigan pantry locations and enter your address to find options closest to you here: feedwm.org/findfood

Please share this post with a friend, neighbor, or family member who could benefit. 💚