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Who are the Knights
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.
Member Benefits
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.
How to Join
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.
4th Degree
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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