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The Knights of Columbus is the
world's largest Catholic family fraternal service organization with 1.6 million members.
It provides members and their families with volunteer opportunities in service to the
Catholic Church, their communities, families and young people.
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As a member of the Knights of
Columbus you and your family enjoy many benefits, including 12 free issues annually of the
Columbia magazine, the world's largest Catholic family magazine, eligibility to
join the Knights of Columbus top-ranked life insurance program, and many more family and
personal benefits.
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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 forms are available from any member of the
Knights of Columbus or you can send an e-mail to the Membership Director.
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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.
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The Ladies
Auxiliary's main function is to support the men and the council. They do this primarily by
providing help at events, cooking for events and providing monetary help. They also
generally do help with setting up and beautifying the hall for events.
Our council currently does not have a Ladies Auxiliary.
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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.
Our council currently does not have a Squires Circle.
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