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The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic family fraternal
service organization with 1.7 million members. It provides members and
their families with volunteer opportunities in service to the Catholic
Church, their communities, families and young people.
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 blanks are available from any member of the
Knights of Columbus.
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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.
The Ladies Auxiliary's main function is to SUPPORT the men and the
council or assembly they are associated with. 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.
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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.
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