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Hospitaller Region - Oklahoma City, OK

Hospitaller Region - Oklahoma City, OK

Knights & Dames Distribute “Essential Prayers for Children”

Earlier this spring we received our first printing of “Essential Prayers for Children”, which was written, designed and illustrated by members of the Order of Malta Oklahoma City region. This keepsake-quality book contains 44 Catholic prayers that every child should know and includes age-appropriate illustrations in the manner of iconography, preparing them to encounter sacred art. And now the task of providing a copy to every third grade student in Catholic schools across the state of Oklahoma has begun. Knights, dames, and candidates are fanning out to visit classrooms to share this free gift. We know we need to teach our children to speak, to read, to ride a bike, or drive a car. As we strive to help our children become saints, we also need to teach them how to pray. We hope this book, is a tool that families can will use to pray with.

OKC Malta Retreat 2024

The Order of Malta - Oklahoma City will host the region's fifth annual Spiritual Retreat, April 19-21, at the Catholic Pastoral Center beginning 4:30pm on Friday and concluding with 11am mass on Sunday. Knights and Dames will join together in Holy Mass, Liturgy of the Hours, meals and top-notch exegesis featuring talks by Father Richard Mullins, Magistral Chaplain from Washington DC.

The retreat is open to all members, candidates, auxiliary, associates, spouses, family and friends of the Order of Malta. There will be ample opportunities for fellowship where we can better get to know each other. Daily Mass, Reconciliation, and Morning and Evening Prayer will be offered. We will conclude on Sunday at noon. Please be advised that space is limited. Cost is $250 per person. To register, click here.

Order of Malta Oklahoma City Hosts Inaugural Defense of the Faith Event

The Order of Malta Oklahoma City hosted its inaugural Defense of the Faith event. Participants packed the room to hear a talk by Catholic journalist and author, George Weigel, "Understanding This Catholic Moment". The evening began with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, and a book signing for Mr. Weigel's latest, "To Sanctify the World: The Vital Legacy of Vatican II". Attendees also received a copy of "Essential Prayers for Children", a brand new product of the Oklahoma City region's efforts to defend the faith. The presentation began with an introduction and opening prayer by The Most Reverend Paul S. Coakley, Archbishop of Oklahoma and Conventual Chaplain ad honorem of the Order of Malta. Click to Watch.

OKC Malta Retreat 2023

The Order of Malta - Oklahoma City will host the region's fourth annual Spiritual Retreat, March 24-26, at the Catholic Pastoral Center beginning 4:30pm on Friday and concluding with 11am mass on Sunday. Knights and Dames will join together in Holy Mass, Liturgy of the Hours, meals and top-notch exegesis featuring talks by Father Erick Hollas, OSB. Fr. Eric Hollas is a Benedictine monk, priest and prior of Saint John’s Abbey in Collegeville, MN.

The retreat is open to all members, candidates, auxiliary, associates, spouses, family and friends of the Order of Malta. There will be ample opportunities for fellowship where we can better get to know each other. Daily Mass, Reconciliation, and Morning and Evening Prayer will be offered. We will conclude on Sunday at noon. Please be advised that space is limited. Cost is $250 per person. To register, click here.

2nd Annual OKC Holy Orders’ Dinner

Members of the Order of Malta - Oklahoma City along with members of the  Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre OKC Region, participated in the second annual Holy Orders' Dinner. Co-hosted by Archbishop Paul S. Coakley , nearly 100 Knights and Dames joined together in breaking bread in support of the Holy Family Hospital and to hear an address by former US Ambassador to the Holy See Francis Rooney. Ambassador Rooney spoke about the diplomatic service of the Holy See, in particular the critical role the unique relationship between the United States and the Holy See plays around the world. 

Mass of Investiture

The annual formal Mass of Investiture of new members is typically held at the Cathedral of Saint Matthew in the Archdiocese of Washington DC but was not held last Fall as a result of the Coronavirus pandemic.  Instead, on Friday, March 12, 2021, Archbishop Paul Coakley of Oklahoma City was the principal celebrant for a Mass of Investiture held at Christ the King parish for the Class of 2020.

Fra' Thomas Mulligan, a religious brother, President; Crag Jarchow, Vice President; and Patrick Monaghan, Hospitaller of the Federal Association of the Order of Malta; were in Oklahoma City to oversee the investiture of new members.

Five members of the Class of 2020, Benjamin Michael Barresi of Saint Eugene parish, David Truman Bernstein of Saint John the Baptist parish, Michael Power Rainbolt of Saint Eugene parish, Jason Allen Reese of Christ the King parish and Daniel Ian Smith of Christ the King parish became Knights of Magistral Grace of the Order of Malta. A Knight of Magistral Grace is member of the Third Class.

Following the Investiture Mass, 80 members, candidates and guests attended a gala dinner at the new Omni, Oklahoma City.  The Order of Malta event was the first plated dinner hosted by the hotel.

Coats for the Homeless

The Order of Malta Australian Association created Coats for the Homeless to help alleviate the suffering of homeless men and women in cities across the country. The Oklahoma City Coats for the Homeless program seeks to provide a direct and meaningful benefit to the homeless population not only in Oklahoma City, but beyond. This is not a coat collection and distribution program.  Rather, the coat is specifically designed for the needs of the homeless living on the street.

Members of the Order of Malta consulted the homeless about what they wanted and needed in a coat. Based on feedback, coats are black, three-quarter length with a hood, quilted and warm, waterproof, comfortable and portable. The color is meant to be inconspicuous, as the homeless indicated their greatest fear is being assaulted in alleys and parks. Secret internal pockets hold valuables. The coats are specifically designed for mobility, allowing for easy movement in an emergency, and can be easily layered in various seasons. Please see our explanatory video to see the coats and learn about its design: https://vimeo.com/495556517.

The specially designed coats are manufactured abroad and shipped to Oklahoma City by sea freight container. In addition to local distribution by members, partner agencies will help with distributing coats to local homeless populations. Coats are also available to there Hospitaller Regions of the Order throughout the United States. Hospitallers with interest should contact the us at smomokc@gmail.com.

The first order of coats are scheduled to arrive in the first quarter of 2021. Because the coats are shipped via sea freight to the United States, we are required to utilize a 20’ shipping container. The container holds 3,360 coats and we have made a full order of this amount. The budget for manufacturing, import duties, shipping and other expenses is approximately $25 per coat.

The 2020 Annual SMOM - OKC Retreat

The 2020 Annual SMOM - OKC Retreat was a resounding success featuring Bishop Stephen Lopes. Bishop Lopes led the group in a study of Beatitudes, the foundation for the eight-point Malta Cross and for our lives as Knights of the Order of St. John. Nearly two dozen hospitallers, candidates, and spouses joined Bishop Lopes, along with special guests Archbishop Paul Coakley and Bishop James Conley.

Class of 2021 Approved for Candidacy

Congratulations to the Class of 2021: Cecilia Guthrie, Carolyn Synovitz, Gabriel Kern, Ed Highberger, Jeremy Webb, Todd Regier, Brian Simmons, and Brett Farley, all of whom were approved for candidacy. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 regulations, each of the candidates are participating in online formation sessions with dozens of other candidates across the nation.

Breakfast for the Homeless

Every last Sunday of the month, Hospitallers, candidates and their families gather at Sister BJ’s Pantry in downtown Oklahoma City to prepare and serve hot breakfast and coffee to the homeless. Additionally, the Oklahoma City SMOM region sponsors the Coats for the Homeless in which donations are collected to fund a coats specially designed for the homeless to ensure warmth and maximum utility.

Order of Malta Healing Mass

On March 7th, the Oklahoma City Order held the first ever healing mass, celebrated at Christ the King parish by The Most Reverend Paul S. Coakley, Archbishop of Oklahoma City. More than 150 joined to celebrate the mass and to be anointed for healing.

Quarterly Potluck Dinner

Every quarter, Hospitallers gather with spouses at Catholic Charities in Oklahoma City to celebrate mass, break bread, meet prospective candidates and to learn more about what the Order is doing in our region and around the world.

Peter de Keratry
Regional Hospitaller

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

Daily Angelus

Daily Angelus

10/9/2024 12:00:00 PM EDT
Zoom: https://archokc.zoom.us/s/8063838333 Meeting ID: 806 383 8333 Passcode: 1048

Homeless Breakfast Sr BJ's Pantry

Homeless Breakfast Sr BJ's Pantry

10/13/2024 6:00:00 AM EDT
Every Sunday from 6 AM - 8:00 AM at Sr BJ's Pantry- 819 NW 4th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73106

First Friday Mass and Breakfast Meeting

First Friday Mass and Breakfast Meeting

11/1/2024 7:00:00 AM EDT
All Saints Chapel Connor Center, Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help 3214 N Lake Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73118

About

The Oklahoma City-based group of the Federal Association began an aggressive growth plan in 2019 nearly two dozen already accepted for Investiture or currently undergoing formation. Reverend Rick Stansberry, Pastor of Christ the King in Oklahoma City, serves as Conventual Chaplain ad honorem of the Order. The OKC group is led by long-time Hospitallers Peter de Keratry and former Oklahoma Governor Frank Keating.

Introduction to the Order of Malta

In this video, Peter de Keratry, KM provides a brief presentation on the Order of Malta.  The 34-minute presentation is intended only as a simple introduction to the history, tradition, spirituality and works of the Order of Malta. For more information, please contact us at smomokc@gmail.com.

Monthly Mass

Join Fr. Rick Stansberry, Chaplain, to celebrate Mass on the first Friday of the month at 7:00 a.m. at Christ the King Catholic Church. Breakfast to follow.

Volunteer Projects

Oklahoma City Knights and Dames serve at Sister BJ’s Pantry in downtown Oklahoma City, offering breakfast to the homeless on the last Sunday of every month at 5:45 a.m. Members of the Order (and their families) who are interested in participating in this and other activities should contact the Regional Hospitaller, Peter de Keratry.

Angelus Prayer on OKCR.org

Each day at noon, members of the Order of Malta in Oklahoma City can be heard praying the Angelus on Catholic Radio.  In addition to live streaming from the Oklahoma Catholic Radio website, the Angelus plays over the air on stations in Oklahoma City, Edmond, Lawton, Elk City, Woodward and other cities and towns across the state.