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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June 26, 2025
The Malta Dental and Medical Clinic was founded in 2004 by Lou Mahoney, KM, whose widow, Elizabeth Mahoney, DM, was present for the June 22 dedication.
June 26, 2025
"Your roots go into healthcare ministries, the way that you are the hands, the voice, the very feet bringing the message of Christ."
June 26, 2025
Malades and Caregivers from this year's Lourdes Pilgrimage came to celebrate and it was wonderful to be with them again.
June 26, 2025
The Minnesota Area celebrated the Feast of Saint John the Baptist at two locations.
June 23, 2025
Check back for daily updates on this year's Malta Camp USA.
June 20, 2025
The importance of the Eucharist as the “source and summit” of the life of the Church and the richness of our faith in the sacrament make it very difficult to offer a brief reflection on this great gift.
June 20, 2025
After praying together the Order of Malta Daily Prayer, volunteers prepared the bags enjoying friendly conversations.
June 20, 2025
Knights, Dames, and Affiliates were present in the congregation of the crowded Basilica to celebrate the occasion.
June 13, 2025
Our monthly service activity brings together members of the Order with residents at this world class ArchCare medical facility to bring joy through song on the second Tuesday of every month.
American Association, U.S.A
St. Patrick’s Cathedral Parish House
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New York, NY 10022
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