Master of District II

SK. Dennis Henderson

And

Lady Maxine

• Formed February 22, 1900

• Highest Degree in the Order

• Primary Purpose is to Foster the Spirit of Patriotism and Encourage Active Catholic Citizenship

• Assemblies Draw Their Membership From Local Councils. Councils are the incubators of Sir Knights

• Any Third Degree member in Good Standing having been a Knight for at least six months may apply for membership

• Opportunity to Join the Color Corps, the Visible Arm of the Knights of Columbus

• Chalice Ceremony, Flag Retirement, Veteran Support, and more

FOURTH DEGREE

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

HOW DO I JOIN?

Be a Brother Knight for at least six months

Be in Good Standing with your Council

Be a 3rd Degree Brother Knight

Seek out a 4th Degree sponsor

Complete a Form 4

Place a Small Deposit With Your Application

Participate in a beautiful Exemplication Ceremony on our Fourth principal: Patriotism

And That’s All There Is…..

Well Not Really!

Joining the Fourth Degree is Simpler

Than You Think

WHAT IS THE EXEMPLICATION ALL ABOUT?

Normally held on a weekend and may include a Dinner on Friday Evening, with the Ceremony being held the next day.

• Ladies Program and Involvement

• Celebration Mass

• Masters Banquet

Everyone celebrates by dressing formally

The Exemplification is a unique Patriotic Ceremony

WHAT DO I GET FOR MY PARTICIPATION?

You will be Joining an Assembly of Brother Sir Knights who Honor Patriotism and Love of God and Country.

You have the Opportunity to Join the Honor Guard and be Part of the Knights of Columbus Color Corps.

WHAT DO I GET FOR MY PARTICIPATION?

You can become involved in activities in Support of Our God, Our Nation and its Citizens.

You can be involved in many Social Activities.

WHAT DO I GET FOR MY PARTICIPATION?

You may be remembered in a special Chalice Ceremony and Assembly Dedication.

WHAT DO I GET FOR MY PARTICIPATION?

You Get What You Put Into It!

Just Like in Your Council

THINGS TO CONSIDERIf I DID Join…What Level of Commitment Could I Really Make?

What are my Real Priorities, Do They Fit With the Fourth Degree?

Cost for the Exemplification and Asembly Dues?

Can I Make a Difference in my Church and Community?

Am I a Patriot, for God and Country?

Who Do I Know is Already a Sir Knight?

Quote: “You don’t have to be a Sir Knight to be a Good Catholic, But you Must be a Good Catholic to be a Sir Knight!”

Bishop Povish at 4th Degree Exemplification Dinner April 1998

So What Now!

QUESTIONS?