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.
The American Association Founded in 1927 as the first association of the Order of Malta in the Americas, the association is headquartered in New York City with over 2,000 Knights, Dames and volunteers in over 30 Areas working with the poor, sick, and incarcerated and giving witness to the Catholic faith.
Spirituality Knights and Dames join the Order of Malta to pursue their spiritual growth over a path laid out by Blessed Gerard more than nine hundred years ago, seeking to nurture and witness the Faith and assist the sick and the poor.
Spirituality in Action Members are involved in hands-on work at over 100 hundred organizations, including food banks, hospitals, pregnancy support centers, homeless shelters and mentoring programs for at risk children.
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July 18, 2025
Order of Malta members keep in mind St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta’s admonition to see “the presence of Jesus … in the distressing disguise of the poor.”
July 18, 2025
After praying the Order of Malta Daily Prayer together, volunteers prepared 50 Malta Walks bags, while engaging in lively conversations.
July 18, 2025
Several members attended a festive Mass in honor of the feast day at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Delray Beach.
July 11, 2025
“That is at the heart of our call … that we don’t fight evil with evil. That gets us nowhere … we stay focused on the mission.”
July 11, 2025
Lunch included spaghetti bolognese, Caesar’s salad, garlic toast, mixed vegetables, and dessert.
July 11, 2025
Join us each Second Tuesday of the month for Late Knight Karaoke — no singing talent required!
July 11, 2025
In his homily, Fr. Cavoto emphasized how even in tragic times, the Order of Malta is always there to help those in need and to show the spirit of the Gospel to others.
July 11, 2025
The Malta Van was used to transport volunteers to and from Albany, NY, as well as throughout the camp.
July 11, 2025
"As members of the Order of Malta we are all members of a religious Order of the Catholic Church, not social workers.”
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