Spirituality in Action | Order Of Malta American Association

About the Order The Sovereign Military Hospitaller Order of Saint John of Jerusalem of Rhodes and Malta is one of the oldest institutions of Western and Christian civilization. The 13,500 Knights and Dames remain true to its principles – nurturing, witnessing and protecting the faith and serving the poor and the sick.

Philadelphia Spirituality in Action

Homeless Aid Kits

Members assemble small care packages for the homeless and deliver to the Missionaries of Charity in Norristown, PA for distribution.

A Knight is the Founder and President. One to ten Knights, Dames and Auxiliary contribute in-kind donations, volunteer hours and support of various projects.

Liturgy

A local Knight organizes, trains, rehearses and leads the Schola Cantorum Philadelphenisis. Other Knights and Auxiliary members participate in the Schola or serving at the Masses In Choro or at the Altar for major liturgies in and around the Archdiocese.

Lourdes in a Day Pilgrimage

Members prepare and plan the local Lourdes in a Day Pilgrimage. This event includes a catered lunch, Adoration, Benediction, Penance and Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, a rosary, blessing with Lourdes water, and Saturday Vigil Mass.

Meals for Homebound

Fifteen Knights, Dames, and Auxiliary cook, prepare and deliver well balanced and nutritious meals for the homebound and deliver them to a local parish.

A Knight is the Founder/Board Member. Two to fifteen Knights, Dames and Auxiliary contribute in-kind donations, volunteer hours and support of various projects.

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