Membership in the Knights of Columbus is open to practical Catholic men in union with the Holy See who are at least 18 years old. A practical Catholic lives up to God's commandments and the Church's precepts. Application blanks are available from any member of the Knights of Columbus.

All priests and religious brothers who have duly made membership applications and participated in the ceremonies become honorary life members of the Order and are exempt from payment of dues.
 
Candidates join local units, called "councils," most of which are based in one Catholic parish or in the community at large. The candidate takes part in initiation degrees that explain the Knights of Columbus´ four principles: Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism.

A candidate is considered a "Knight" after taking his First Degree. Still, he is encouraged to advance through the Second and Third Degrees and on to the Fourth Degree, whose members promote the virtue of patriotism by serving as honor guards and color corps and promoting respect for the country and the flag.

Knights of Columbus have a proud heritage.  The qualified Catholic man can share this heritage and build for an even greater future by affiliating himself with this forceful, effective fraternal organization.

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