The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic family
fraternal service organization with 1.6 million members. It provides
members and their families with volunteer opportunities in service to the
Catholic Church, their communities, families and young
people.
As a member of the Knights of
Columbus you and your family enjoy many benefits, including 12 free issues
annually of the Columbia magazine, the world's largest Catholic
family magazine, eligibility to join the Knights of Columbus top ranked
life insurance program, and many more family and personal
benefits.
The members of Council 5045 are
associated with Christ the King Catholic Parish in Omaha, providing funds
for various projects, supporting school activities, the members being
active participants in their parish.
Membership in the Knights of Columbus is open to practicing
Catholic men in union with the Holy See, who are at least 18 years old. A
practicing Catholic is one who lives up to the Commandments of God and the
precepts of the Church. Application blanks are available from any member
of the Knights of Columbus.
For information to join our council you
may contact either the Grand Knight Rod Mach, 397-2104 or the
Financial Secretary Mark A. Anderson 393-6575
Any Third Degree member in good standing, one
year after the anniversary of his First Degree, is eligible for membership
in the Fourth Degree. The primary purpose of the Fourth Degree is to
foster the spirit of patriotism by promoting responsible citizenship and a
love of and loyalty to the Knights' respective countries through active
membership in local Fourth Degree groups (called "assemblies"). Certain
members of the Fourth Degree serve as honor guards at civic and religious
functions, an activity that has brought worldwide recognition to the
Knights of Columbus.
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