Knights of Columbus are Catholic gentlemen committed to the exemplification of charity, unity, fraternity,
patriotism, and defense of the priesthood. The Order is consecrated to the Blessed Virgin Mary. The Order
is unequivocal in its loyalty to the Pope, the Vicar of Christ on earth. It is firmly committed to the
protection of human life, from conception to natural death, and to the preservation and defense of the family.
Brother Knights work to fulfill the central mission of the Order: striving in charitable works; serving the
Church and unified in following its teachings; supporting brother Knights in their temporal and spiritual
needs; acting for the good of their country; and giving aid to widows, orphans, the sick and the poor.
Imagine being part of an organization that fills your heart and your mind with the joy of giving to others
and the feeling that comes with making a difference. Come see just what we are all about and take the first
steps to enhance your personal life by viewing this segment
"Why Join?"
presented by our Supreme Council.
Membership in the Knights of Columbus is open to practicing Catholic men in union with the Holy See, who are at
least 18 years old. A practicing Catholic is one who lives up to the Commandments of God and the precepts of the
Church. Application blanks are available from any member of the Knights of Columbus.
Please contact our Advocate found on the Officers tab above for more information on how to join the Knights of Columbus.
Any Third Degree member in good standing, one year after the anniversary of his First Degree, is eligible for
membership in the Fourth Degree. The primary purpose
of the Fourth Degree is to foster the spirit of patriotism by promoting responsible citizenship and a love of
and loyalty to the Knights' respective countries through active membership in local Fourth Degree groups (called
"assemblies"). Certain members of the Fourth Degree serve as honor guards at civic and religious functions, an
activity that has brought worldwide recognition to the Knights of Columbus.
The Ladies Auxiliary fills the concept of Family Participation in Council programs and activities. The Ladies Auxiliary
is more than a social group. The Ladies Auxiliary's sincere mission is to emphasize charity, church, council activity,
family, youth, and community in all our work and deeds.
Under the guidance of Christian Brother Barnabas McDonald (1865-1929), the first
Columbian Squires circle was instituted
in 1925. Membership in the Squires is for Catholic boys between the ages of 12 and 17. Squires' activities are many,
varying from spiritual to active service for the Church and community. Each circle elects officer members from their own
rank, teaching skills of leadership and responsibility.