OUR AREAS OF SERVICE
The Knights of Columbus is an organization fortified by its past, and driven by its goals for the future. It’s through these five areas of service — “Faith, Community, Family, Youth, and Fellowship” — that we truly make a difference:
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faith As Knights, our faith is our foundation. Dedicated to the Catholic Church’s growth and her good works, we support religious outreach, promote vocations, and provide financial support for seminarians. This way, we help support our Church and strengthen our personal faith.
community As committed as we are to the Catholic Church, so are we to our communities. By actively and financially supporting Special Olympics, by leading the charge in pro-life, Knights of Columbus members all over the world have helped countless communities prosper.
family As fathers and husbands, serving our families is not only part of what we do, it’s part of who we are. To that end, Knights of Columbus councils offer programs that strengthen family and marital bonds by holding numerous family focused events, including the “Family of the Year” program that honors outstanding families. Most importantly, as Knights, we are able to provide assistance and support to Knights and their families whenever needed.
youth The importance of helping today’s youth become tomorrow’s leaders is also a huge focus of our Order. Through activities such as the Catholic Citizenship Essay contest, the Substance Abuse Poster contest, and the annual Free Throw championship, the Knights of Columbus assists youth in building a strong sense of civic and religious responsibility.
fellowship To be a Knight means to believe in each other as we believe in ourselves; realizing that by creating strong, social, and supportive council, we help create a stronger Order worldwide and ensure an even stronger future.
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As a service organization, the Knights of Columbus owes its many achievements to the tireless efforts of those in local councils where the greatest impact is most often witnessed, both by our families and our neighbors. Whether it is through the support of local athletic programs, sponsoring of special events, or even planning and hosting religious activities, Knights serve as valuable role models for other Catholic men, as well as mentors for all our children. And, hopefully, as a source of inspiration for future generations of Knights.
