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Each and every Knights of Columbus Council has no affiliation with a particular parish. A Knights’ Council may meet in a parish facility, in a secular facility, or in a Council Hall built and owned by the Knights of Columbus. The Knights of Columbus is a fraternal society, a Catholic lay organization founded by a priest, Father McGivney, which has its own special role to play in the church.
“Only practical Catholics in union with the Holy See shall be eligible to and entitled to continue membership in the Order. An applicant for membership shall not be less than 18 years of age on his last birthday.” (Sec. 101)
Practical means that the person attends mass on all Sundays and Holy Days of obligation, contributes to the support of the church, is in a valid marriage, is not engaged in any illicit or seriously sinful activities, follows the teachings of Christ and his Church, is not a member of a forbidden or secret society, strives to have a greater knowledge of the teachings of Christ and His church, and is, in short, an exemplary Catholic gentleman and a dutiful patriotic citizen.The purpose for which the Knights of Columbus is formed is the following:
- To render pecuniary aid to its members and beneficiaries of members
- To render mutual aid and assistance to its sick, disabled and needy members
- To promote social and intellectual intercourse among its members
- To promote and conduct educational, charitable, religious, social welfare, war relief, and welfare and public relief work.
Each Council is to meet twice a month. One meeting is to do the business of the Council. The other meeting is to be social in nature. The meetings of the officers are in addition to the two regular monthly meetings.
If you are interested in this ministry and would like more information, please contact the parish office.