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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February 19, 2026
This special monstrance is currently touring the United States, inviting the faithful to pray for an increase in vocations to the priesthood and religious life.
February 19, 2026
Thank you for your generous support and for helping bring warmth and comfort to those most in need this winter.
February 19, 2026
Barry Manor Apartments is a Catholic Charities low‑income housing community.
February 19, 2026
Mass was celebrated by Fr. Remek Blaszkowski, ChM, and concelebrated by a team of priests who assisted in anointing many of our beloved Malades.
February 19, 2026
The Center continues to be an integral part of our New Jersey Area ministries.
February 19, 2026
Volunteers assisted in meal preparation by washing and slicing carrots, kale, cabbage, and apples.
February 19, 2026
Mass was celebrated by His Excellency, the Most Rev. Jerome Feudjio, ChC, and concelebrated by Rev. Gerald Murray, ChM of the Archdiocese of New York.
February 19, 2026
Operated entirely by volunteers, the Winter Inn offers guests a warm dinner, safe overnight lodging, and breakfast the following morning.
February 19, 2026
Each month, the parish hall provides a free homemade meal to those in need.
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