Knights of Columbus #7965
"In service to one, in service to all"
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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.
Please read this eight-page overview booklet which provides additional information
about what it means to be a member of the Knights of Columbus. For an inspiring look
at what it means to be part of the Knights of Columbus, see the video introduction, "In
Service to One. In Service to All" (provided by KofC.org )
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. St Helena's Council
is active in Parish Activities, Youth Activities, Family Activities, Community Service and
Council Activities. Get involved and meet other parish men and their families.
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.
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. 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.
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. The St
Helena's Council does not currently have a Squires Circle.
Monthly Admissions Committee Meeting – Tentatively meets at 7:00pm on a date prior
to the General Meeting date. A Catholic gentleman and his wife receive a taped briefing
on the Order and, it he desires, he signs applicable membership forms to start the
entry process into our Order. Contact Jim Palinkas, 646-9649, a week ahead of this
meeting if you have a candidate.