WASHINGTON – As the Knights of Columbus begin their 143^rd Supreme Convention, the National Right to Life Committee (NRLC) joins Pope Leo XIV in commending the pro-life work of the Knights of Columbus.

In his video greeting to the Knights of Columbus gathered in Washington, D.C. for their convention, Pope Leo XIV said, “I commend your efforts to bring together men in your communities for prayer, formation, and fraternity, as well as the many charitable efforts of your local Councils throughout the world. In particular, your generous service to vulnerable populations, including the unborn, pregnant mothers, children…”

The following is a statement from Carol Tobias, president of National Right to Life:

We praise the Knights of Columbus for their extensive efforts to help women and their preborn babies. The Knights of Columbus have been unwavering in their support for the pro-life movement, and the work of over 2,700 pregnancy help centers across the United States. We join Pope Leo XIV in commending the work of the Knights of Columbus and their consistent, steadfast dedication to protecting the lives of the most vulnerable among us.

Founded in 1968, the National Right to Life Committee (NRLC), the federation of affiliates in each of the 50 states, is the nation’s oldest and largest grassroots pro-life organization. National Right to Life works through legislation and education to protect innocent human life from abortion, infanticide, assisted suicide and euthanasia.