Knights of Columbus
Group Leader: Eric Marella
The Order of the Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic fraternal service organization. Founded in the United States in 1882, it is named in honour of Christopher Columbus and dedicated to the principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism. There are more than 1.7 million members in 14,000 councils, with nearly 200 councils on college campuses. Membership is limited to practicing Catholic men aged 18 or older.
Purpose: The Knights of Columbus engenders the image of the united organization, efficiently going about its tasks of charity, unity fraternity, patriotism, and defense of the priesthood. The Knights are composed of men who give unselfishly of their time and talents in the service of God and their country.
Eligible: Only practicing Catholic men in union with the Holy Spirit shall be eligible 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.
Meetings: First Thursday of each month at 7:30 pm.
View the full 2024/25 Calendar.
Additional Activities:
Lenten Fish Frys
Annual Parish Christmas Party
For more information about this group, please contact Eric Marella at ejmarella44@outlook.com.