Texas State Council News

Ultrasound Campaign - Saving Children, Mothers, & Fathers

Created: Feb 27, 2026
Category: General News

One of the biggest evils of our time is abortion on demand and the misinformation that is provided to women (and men) in distress. Disseminating accurate information is critical to combat abortion. Pregnancy Resource Centers are the first line of defense in providing proper information about what is actually growing inside the mother's womb. One of the most effective ways of showing the truth is through an ultrasound. More than 90% of women change their mind about having an abortion after they see the beating of their child's heart. The Knights of Columbus St. Basil Council 4204 launched the Ultrasound Initiative in our home parish, St. Theresa's in Sugar Land, TX. The outpouring of love and support from our Parishioners and other organizations was so overwhelming that we collected nearly $27,000 and were able to fund two ultrasound machines. In August 2025, the first machine was installed in a mobile unit operated by the Waller Pregnancy Care Center in Waller, TX to service the local college, high schools, and the surrounding underserved communities. In December 2025, the second was placed at the Pregnancy Resource Center East in Highlands, TX. So how did we accomplish this? First, by prayer. Then, we had to reach the hearts of Parishioners and Parish Ministries to help them understand this is a Parish campaign and they have a direct stake in the outcome of this program. Thirteen ministries took turns collecting donations after each Mass on the first weekend of each month. Chairman Dennis Mattli came up with the idea to “Shake the Can” to collect the donations. We also created a donation QR code placed on yard signs and flyers. We reached our goal within five months for our half of the first ultrasound. Even though the campaign ended, funds continued pouring in to fund a second ultrasound machine. Our community was fully engaged – heart and soul! These two ultrasound machines will save thousands of babies' lives and will protect mothers and fathers from a lifetime of regret. It is a blessing to know that we are surrounded by a community of Christians who not only pray but also act with love and generosity out of concern for others. As our Lord said in Matt. 25:40, "... Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me." And there is nothing more "least" than a defenseless baby in their Mother's womb.