The Knights of Columbus

Obadiah Council 7642

Who We Are

We are the local council of the Knights of Columbus. Our council was formed on August 6, 1980. We meet the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month in the St Martin Room in the Parish Center. Our meetings begin at 7:30 pm and are open to all Knights who have either gone through the Online
Initiation Ceremony at https://www.kofc.org/secure/en/join/join-kofc.html or attended a scheduled Initiation Ceremony in the church. We are a “Service Organization” and as such, are active in programs related to Church, Community, promoting Family, Youth, Vocations, and in supporting
fellow members in our Council.

How To Join

There are only two requirements for a man to join the Knights of Columbus: that he be a practicing Catholic as understood by the Church and that he be 18 years of age or older. Candidates take part in a one-time 30-minute initiation degree that explains the Knights of Columbus’ four principles: Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism.

A candidate is considered a “Knight” after watching or attending his First through Third Degree Ceremony, but he is encouraged to advance through the Fourth Degree, whose members promote the virtue of patriotism by serving in honor guards, color corps and promoting respect for country and the flag.

If you have questions about the Knights or how to join, you can contact our Recruitment Director Bill Webb and let him know that you’re interested.

What We Offer

Fraternity with like-minded Catholic families not only in the parish but throughout the state, region, and even internationally. A non-profit insurance program, owned and operated by and for members and offering life insurance and annuities which are rated “Superior.” While the insurance is a voluntary benefit of membership, the Order maintains a staff of full-time qualified insurance advisors.

 

See Holy Family Parish website for additional information.

It’s never a dull moment in the Knights, and we really do have a lot of fun, so please consider joining the rest of the men in our parish and become a Knight! You can contact our current Membership Director, Bill Webb to find out when the next Initiation Ceremony will be.

We hope to see you there!