The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic family fraternal service organization with 1.8 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 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.

As a member of the St. Joseph council you will have the opportunity to participate in many worthwhile service projects and fundraisers for the parish and Knights of Columbus. You will join a fellowship of Catholic men dedicated to their families, their parish community and their nation.

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.

If you are interested in joining or just finding out more about the Knights, contact the membership chairman - Terry Gibbons at (714) 579-3546 or send e-mail to abbasolar@adelphia.net.

 
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 Fourth Degree Assembly for this area is the St. Jude Assembly which meets at the Pope John Paul II Polish Center. For Fourth degree information, contact the St. Jude Assembly Faithful Navigator Sir Knight Gary Murray by e-mail to gnlmurray@sbcglobal.net.

The Ladies Auxiliary's main function is to SUPPORT the men and the council. They do this primarily by providing help at events, providing monetary help and 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.

For more information on the Squires in this area contact Denny Riopel at (714)750-6510.