Happy Columbus Day, Brothers and Sisters in Christ!
On this October 12th, we look back to one of the most famous voyages in maritime history: the 1492 expedition of Christopher Columbus across the Atlantic Ocean.
On August 3, 1492, Columbus departed from Palos, Spain, with three ships: the Niña, the Pinta, and the Santa María. His goal was to find a westward sea route to Asia, opening new possibilities for trade and exploration. After stopping in the Canary Islands to prepare for the crossing,... moreHappy Columbus Day, Brothers and Sisters in Christ!
On this October 12th, we look back to one of the most famous voyages in maritime history: the 1492 expedition of Christopher Columbus across the Atlantic Ocean.
On August 3, 1492, Columbus departed from Palos, Spain, with three ships: the Niña, the Pinta, and the Santa María. His goal was to find a westward sea route to Asia, opening new possibilities for trade and exploration. After stopping in the Canary Islands to prepare for the crossing, the small fleet ventured west into the vast Atlantic.
For weeks, the sailors sailed beyond familiar waters, facing uncertainty, exhaustion, and the challenge of traveling across an ocean without knowing precisely what lay ahead. Then, in the early hours of October 12, a sailor aboard the Pinta sighted land.
The expedition had reached the Caribbean, landing on an island known to its Taíno inhabitants as Guanahani, which Columbus named San Salvador. The land was not uninhabited or unknown to its Indigenous peoples, but this voyage became a turning point in sustained contact between Europe and the Americas. Its legacy includes exploration and cultural exchange, as well as colonization, exploitation, and profound suffering for Indigenous communities.
For us as Christians and fellow Templars, this moment in history also invites reflection on courage, perseverance, and our dependence upon God when the path ahead is uncertain. Like sailors watching the horizon for the first glimpse of land, we must remember that our own journeys require patience, wisdom, and faith.
“The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it.” — Psalm 24:1
The seas belong to the Lord. The lands belong to the Lord. Every nation and every people are His creation. May we never mistake human achievement for divine ownership, but instead approach the world with humility, gratitude, and respect for our neighbors.
So, brothers and sisters, as we mark Columbus Day, let us remember the history, reflect upon its lessons, and ask God to guide our steps wherever our journeys may lead.
May the Lord grant us courage in the unknown, wisdom in our decisions, and compassion for all those we encounter along the way.
— SGT Samuel Fisher
Priory of the Calvary Cross
Militia Christi
Today, September 19th, be International Talk Like a Pirate Day! So, for one day, let us trade our solemn battle cries for a hearty “Ahoy!”, our “yes” for a “aye,” and set sail upon the seas like the pirates of old.
But even a pirate needs a captain.
And as Christians, we know who truly commands the ship.
God is our captain through every storm. The sea may be calm one day and raging the next. We may lose sight of the shore, face winds we did not expect, or ... moreAhoy, Templar Brothers and Sisters!
Today, September 19th, be International Talk Like a Pirate Day! So, for one day, let us trade our solemn battle cries for a hearty “Ahoy!”, our “yes” for a “aye,” and set sail upon the seas like the pirates of old.
But even a pirate needs a captain.
And as Christians, we know who truly commands the ship.
God is our captain through every storm. The sea may be calm one day and raging the next. We may lose sight of the shore, face winds we did not expect, or find ourselves sailing into waters we have never traveled before. Yet our faith reminds us that we are never truly navigating alone.
The world may tell us to follow the wind wherever it blows. Christ calls us to hold our course.
So, me hearties, as ye sail through this life, remember:
When the seas are rough, trust in God.
When the waters are dark, follow His light.
When ye lose your way, return to His Word.
And when the storm comes, do not abandon ship—pray, stand firm, and keep the faith.
For the greatest treasure we can seek is not gold buried beneath some forgotten island.
It is faith in God, salvation through Christ, and the promise of eternal life.
So raise the colors, brothers and sisters. Grab the wheel. Face the horizon.
And whatever waters God calls us to cross—let us sail them with courage.
“Some went down to the sea in ships… They saw the works of the LORD, his wondrous works in the deep.”
— Psalm 107:23–24
Fair winds, Templar brothers and sisters. May God guide our course, steady our hands, and bring us safely through every storm.
Ahoy, and God bless!
SFC Samuel Fisher
Priory of the Calvary Cross
Militia Christi
Today I would like to recognize SGT Samuel Fisher, he has completed all CAA/SAA Classes, and makes many wonderful posts. He has earned a promotion to SFC, so please join me in congratulating him. Keep up the good work SFC Samuel.
GP Derek Nordio
Calvary Cross Priory
Militia Christi — with SFC Samuel Fisher
Today, I am incredibly honored and humbled to recognize a milestone in my journey with the Order.
After completing all of my CAA/SAA classes and continuing to serve, learn, teach, and contribute to our community, I have been promoted from Sergeant to Sergeant First Class.
I am truly grateful for this recognition, but I also see it as something much greater than a new title or rank.
With greater responsibility comes a greater obligation to serve.
This promotion reminds me that leadership is n... moreToday, I am incredibly honored and humbled to recognize a milestone in my journey with the Order.
After completing all of my CAA/SAA classes and continuing to serve, learn, teach, and contribute to our community, I have been promoted from Sergeant to Sergeant First Class.
I am truly grateful for this recognition, but I also see it as something much greater than a new title or rank.
With greater responsibility comes a greater obligation to serve.
This promotion reminds me that leadership is not about standing above others—it is about standing beside them.
It means being willing to answer questions, share what I have learned, encourage those who are struggling, and help the next knight along the path. It means continuing to grow in faith, knowledge, character, and service.
I am especially thankful for the brothers and sisters who have encouraged me along the way. None of us reaches these milestones completely on our own. Iron sharpens iron, and we become stronger when we learn from one another and lift one another up.
“Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.”
— Proverbs 27:17
I pray that I can continue to live up to the responsibilities of this rank and, more importantly, continue to live according to God's will.
May this new rank not be a destination, but another step in the journey.
SFC Samuel Fisher
Priory of the Calvary Cross
Militia Christi
Today I would like to recognize SGT Samuel Fisher, he has completed all CAA/SAA Classes, and makes many wonderful posts. He has earned a promotion to SFC, so please join me in congratulating him. Keep up the good work SFC Samuel.
GP Derek Nordio
Calvary Cross Priory
Militia Christi — with SFC Samuel Fisher
