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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.
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.
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 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 honour 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.
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