Being a Knight is a lifetime experience that will help you be a better Catholic, father, citizen, and man. When you join a local council, your entire family becomes part of the Knights of Columbus family.

You can commit as much or as little time as you want, but you will belong to one of the largest Catholic communities in the world.

Who can join?

A Practicing Catholic man who is at least 18 years of age.

Ready?

Joining the Order is easy. Complete the form below, and a brother Knights will contact you to discuss your application. He will help you complete the formal application and submit it for you. Then, you will attend your First Degree. At this ceremony you will be officially inducted into the Order.

Benefits

Columbia Magazine

Free subscription to the Order’s monthly magazine examining issues of concern to Knights, Catholics and families.

Rosary

Blessed by the supreme chaplain, presented during the First Degree exemplification to each new member.

Mass of Remembrance

A mass for deceased members and their wives, and deceased members of the Squires programs celebrated daily at St. Mary’s Church, the birthplace of the Order.

Insurance

Portfolio of top-quality life insurance, long-term care, and annuity products exclusively for members and their families.

Family Benefits

For eligible families: a) Pays $1,500 for the child who dies before the age of 61 days; b) Pays $750 for the child who is stillborn at least 20 weeks after conception; c) Offers guaranteed-issue insurance up to $5,000 to any child under age 18.

Orphan Benefit

$80 monthly allotment for orphans of eligible families; up to $7,000 in college scholarships available.

Member and Spouse Benefits

Accidental death coverage for member and spouse at no cost.

Honorary Life Membership

Automatic at Age 70 with 25 years of membership.

Scholarships

Scholarship programs for higher education available to members, their spouses and children.

Leadership Development

Opportunity to build personal leadership skills, public speaking ability, organization skills, etc.

Fourth Degree

Eligibility to join the “Patriotic Degree.”

Membership Card

Entitles participation in all Catholic, fraternal and social activities in nearly 13,000 councils throughout the world.

Activities

Participation in a variety of programs and activities conducted by local councils.

Widow Benefits

a) Continues to be covered under the Member/Spouse Fraternal Benefit; b) May purchase life insurance, long-term care insurance, or annuities up to one year after insured member’s death; c) Receives a free lifetime subscription to Columbia; d) Eligible with her children for scholarships, student loans, etc.

Father Saylor Council #3774Allen Park, MI

Who can join?

Ready?

Benefits

Father Saylor Council
#3774
Allen Park, MI