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Join Us
Our council is part of
the largest Catholic lay organization in the world, with more than
1.75 million men and 14,000 councils worldwide. We are celebrated
for standing in solidarity with our priests and bishops and for
our unwavering support for life. We are honored that you are
considering joining our council.
We understand that
you may have some questions. Listed below are some commonly asked
questions posed by potential members.
"I don't have time to join
another organization; why should I join the Knights of Columbus?"
As a
Knight you can choose the projects with which you wish to be
involved in within your own community. What is more, the Order is
dedicated to family life and the many benefits it offers. From
insurance to scholarships to service and social activities and
programs, all are open to the whole family.
"What are the requirements?"
Membership requirements are that he be a practical Catholic
gentleman, who is 18 years of age or older.
"What is a practical Catholic?"
A practical Catholic is one who is in union with the Holy See and
who practices the precepts of the Catholic Church.
"What are Degrees?"
There are four degrees within the Knights of Columbus. Each degree
ceremony imparts a lesson on the Order's core virtues of Charity,
Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism.
"Do
I have to purchase Insurance to become a member?"
No;
unlike many fraternal organizations one does not become a member
by purchasing insurance. In the Knights of Columbus a man has to
be a member before he may avail himself of the insurance benefit.
Purchasing insurance is optional, however; the life insurance and
long-term care insurance products offered by the Order are not
only competitively priced, they are among the most solid and
highly rated products available anywhere. Standard & Poor's and
A.M. Best, the leading independent agencies that rate insurance
companies, give KofC insurance their highest ratings.
"I
want to join; what should I do?" There are a couple of
good ways. You can
e-mail us
and indicate your name, telephone number and best time to call and
a Knight will return your call OR complete the
membership form,
print it off and hand it to any of the council Knights.
We sincerely look
forward to you joining our Catholic Brotherhood.
In Christ,
Knights of Columbus,
Council #7300, Winslow Maine. |
KNIGHTS
OF
COLUMBUS