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A PROFILE...

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T H E K N I G H T S O F C O L U M B U S

SUPREME COUNCIL

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

STATE DEPUTIES

DISTRICT DEPUTIES

GRAND KNIGHTS

Supreme Council Headquarters Building

New Haven, Connecticut

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The Knights of Columbus headquarters is located in New Haven, Connecticut –the birthplace of the Order.

Our society is governed by the Supreme Council. This top legislative body meetsannually in August to vote on resolutions that set policy for the Order.

International affairs are administered by an elected board of directors under thechairmanship of the supreme knight.

Elected state officers operate the state councils. They administer the programsand activities under the guidance of a state deputy. The state deputy is thehighest ranking state officer.

The district deputy represents both the supreme knight and the state deputy inan area known as a district – which is made up of several councils. He is appointed by the supreme knight based on the recommendation of the statedeputy.

The highest ranking officer at the local council level is called the grand knight.Along with the other officers, he is elected each year by the members of hiscouncil.

Council Officer, Grand Knight, District Deputy, State Deputy, Supreme Director,Supreme Officer, Supreme Knight – There’s a place for you in the Knights ofColumbus. If you would like to be a Kof C officer, you can be...how high you go iscompletely up to you. But it all starts here – by becoming a new MEMBER.

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Organized in 1882

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The Knights of Columbus was organized in 1882 by Father Michael J.McGivney in the basement of St. Mary’s Church in New Haven, Connecticut.Since the founding, the Order of the Knights of Columbus has grown tobecome an internationally known and respected Catholic organization.Today there more than 14,000 councils throughout the United States,Canada, the Philippines, Mexico, Poland, Puerto Rico, Guatemala, Panama,Cuba, Guam, the Virgin Islands, the Dominican Republic, the Bahamasand Saipan.

The Knights of Columbus has five mainobjectives:

1. To support the Church

2. To build fraternal bonds through social, religious

educational and athletic activities

3. To provide comfort and assistance to sick, disabled,

and needy members and their families

4. To reach out to meet community needs through

programs of charity and service

5. To provide for the financial security of our members and their

families through our fraternal insurance program

ReligionFraternity Charity AndInsurance

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A StrongMEMBERSHIP

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S T A B I L I T Y A N D S T R E N G T H

T H E K N I G H T S O F C O L U M B U S

1.8Million

MembersOver$75

BillionInsuranceIn Force

$308Million

In DividendsPaid Out In

2010

14,000Councils

The great strength of the Knights of Columbus is the 1.8million plus members throughout the world. Membersthat provide over 68.8 million volunteer hours to serviceand administer the objectives, goals and activities of theOrder in more than 14,000 plus local councils.

Our stability is based on the four principles of charity...unity... fraternity... and patriotism. These pillars of strengthare further stabilized by our insurance in force that is over$75 billion.

Impressive numbers by any standard. This is successmeasured by the service given to the Church, community,country and to your fellowman.

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CHARITY

UNITY

FRATERNITY

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A Catholic...Family...Fraternal...Service OrganizationThe Knights of Columbus is a Catholic family fraternalservice organization. It offers unlimited opportunities forits members and their families.

Knights share their time and talents in a vigorousprogram of service. Coming from every walk of life –doctors, bricklayers, lawyers, priests, teachers, plumbers,farmers – K of C members enjoy working together tohelp their Church and their community.

Firmly founded upon the principles of charity, unity,fraternity and patriotism, the Knights are able toaccomplish a wide range of worthwhile goals thanks tothe strength and mutual support of members and theirfamilies.

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The Service Program

GRAND KNIGHT

Program Director

Church Activities

Committees

Community Activities

Committees

Council Activities

Committees

Family Activities

Committees

Pro-Life Activities

Committees

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Youth Activities

Committees

Knights MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Knights of Columbus activities provide something foreveryone.

Each member has specific talents he can offer for thegood of the community and the Order. Each councilselects the projects that are most appropriate for aparticular area.

There are six areas of involvement open to members:Church... Community... Council... Family... Pro Life andYouth.

Whatever area a member chooses – working with youngpeople, supporting pro-life efforts or coordinating civicinvolvement – the council works to find out how to bestutilize that member’s interests and talents.

This demonstrates the many reasons why so manyCatholic men and their families have joined the Knights ofColumbus.

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CATHOLIC ADVERTISING

RELIGIOUSEDUCATION

RETREATS

RELIGIOUS SUPPORT

VOCATIONS

Parish...School...

Home...

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Church Involvement...

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The Knights of Columbus are involved with the Church andfully support our religious leaders.

Every council throughout the Order has a Church activitiesdirector. Under his leadership, the council conductsrewarding activities such as retreats, days of recollection,vocations awareness programs, ecumenical meetings,“Keep Christ In Christmas” campaigns, and many otherChurch- related projects.

Additionally, the local council stands ready to offermanpower and financial assistance to the local parishand parochial schools.

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KnightsMAKE THEWORLD A

BETTER PLACE

SENIORCITIZENS

LAW ENFORCEMENT

HEALTHSERVICES

FOOD DRIVES

DECENCY

ANTI-POVERTY

PUBLIC SAFETY

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CommunityInvolvement

The Knights of Columbus gives members an excellent chanceto work for the betterment of the community.

In many areas, Knights are first to volunteer manpower andfurnish leadership for a community undertaking.

Councils everywhere lead the fight against hunger, supportour law-enforcement agencies, assist the less fortunate,and support programs that benefit senior citizens.

Every year, Knights and their families volunteer millions ofhours to their communities – such as service to youth,hospitals, orphanages and churches. Additional donationsto charity – for the needy, victims of disasters, homes forthe aged, educational purposes, gifts of clothing and food –total in millions of dollars.

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CommunityInvolvement...

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Knights ArePEOPLE OF LIFE

AndFOR LIFE

MARCH FOR LIFE

ULTRASOUNDINITIATIVE

PRO-LIFEBABY SHOWERS

MEMORIALS TOTHE UNBORN

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Every life is sacred, from the moment of conception untilnatural death. As Knights of Columbus, we are called todefend the dignity of each human being at every stage oflife and work together in building a culture of life and acivilization of love.

Knights and their families support life in many ways, bysupporting unwed mothers and their children, collectingbaby items for pregnancy resource centers, praying for theend of abortion and helping to purchase ultrasoundmachines for pregnancy centers, to name just a few.

Annually, thousands of Knights and their families joinmarches and similar events against abortion throughout thecountries in which the Knights of Columbus is active.

Last year the Knights of Columbus donated more than$4,161,000 to pro-life causes.

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Building A CultureOf Life...

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BROTHERHOOD

FRATERNALISM

FELLOWSHIP

• Athletics• Social Activities

• Blood Donors• Fraternal

Recognition

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In the Knights of Columbus, you’ll find a spirit offraternalism and fellowship always present among membersand their families.

Council activities are aimed at creating participationthrough dances, parties, sports activities, father/daughterand mother/son activities, outings, and plenty of otherevents.

Annually, hundreds of thousands of members participate inthe most practical “fraternity in action” project. They serveas blood donors.

Through the program of fraternal recognition, exemplarymembers are honored for their service to the organization.

Fraternalism...Brotherhood...

Fellowship...

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T H E K N I G H T S O F C O L U M B U S

The KofCIs A FAMILY

ORGANIZATION

COUNCILRELATED

SPIRITUALPROGRAMS

COMMUNITYINVOLVEMENT

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The Knights of Columbus work to strengthen family life.

This includes programs of family prayer, family participationin the parish liturgy, concern for Christian values in thehome, “Family of the Month” and “Family of the Year”programs, family recreation... and more.

For example, the Knights have taken steps to ensure thatwidows and children of deceased members remain a part ofour extended family. Offering invaluable assistance, local,state and Supreme Council programs also provide educa-tional funding to council families.

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Joint Family Participation

Family Of The Month/Family Of The Year

Widows / OrphansEducational Funding

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StrengtheningFamily Ties...

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KnightsHelp Build

TOMORROW’SLEADERS

• Columbian Squires

• Athletics

• Big Brothers/Sisters

• Orphanages

Youth Programs...

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CYO

SCOUTING

SOCCERCHALLENGE

SUBSTANCEABUSE AWARENESSPOSTER CONTEST

CATHOLICCITIZENSHIPESSAY CONTEST

FREE-THROWCHAMPIONSHIP

Wherever you find a Knight, you’ll find someone who’shelping today’s youth.

Knights of Columbus councils support scouting units,religious education programs, children with disabilities,orphanages, substance abuse awareness programs,Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Free-Throw Competition andathletic leagues.

The primary purpose of our official youth organization, theColumbian Squires, is leadership training. Today, there areover 25,000 young Catholic men, between the ages of 10and 18 in more than 1,500 circles, living up to their motto,“Esto Dignus”, – Be Worthy.

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Building Tomorrow’sLeaders...

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A Host Of Benefits MEMBER

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FAMILY

ORPHAN

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Why BecomeA KNIGHT

Why...

The Member/Spouse AccidentalDeath Benefit

The Family Fraternal Benefit

The Orphan Benefit

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T H E K N I G H T S O F C O L U M B U S

Beyond the outstanding volunteer and social opportunities,the Knights provide a variety of benefits to members and

their families.

• Pays a benefit upon the death of a member or his spouse occurring within90 days as a result of injury sustained in a covered accident.

• Protection is on a 24-hour basis for accidents that may occur anywhere inthe world, during activities on or off the job, on business, pleasure,vacation,or at home.

• Amount based upon years of continuous membership in the Order.

• Available for eligible families.

• Pays $1,500 to the family when a child dies before the age of 61 days.

• Pays $750 to the family when a child is stillborn at least 20 weeks after

conception.

• Offer guaranteed-issue insurance up to $5,000 to any child under age 18.

• Pays $80 monthly allotment for orphans of eligible families.

• Up to $7,000 in college scholarships available.

For specific details on eligibility and benefits please contact a

Knights of Columbus Insurance Representative.

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INSURANCEFor Brother KnightsBy Brother Knights

Annually awardedtop rating by A.M. BEST(A++, Superior) plusSTANDARD & POOR’S(AAA,Extremely Strong)

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As a fraternal benefit society, the Knights of Columbus isconcerned with providing needed security and protectionexclusively for members and their families through our lifeinsurance, retirement annuity and long-term care insuranceprograms.

One of our professional insurance representatives will behappy to show you how the Knights of Columbus can tailora program best suited for you and your family.

A Well-RoundedInsurance Portfolio...

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T H E K N I G H T S O F C O L U M B U S

Knights“NEW MEMBER”

ANNUITYFor You And

Your Wife

Low-Cost Opportunity

LOW COST

GUARANTEEDINTEREST RATE

TAX-DEFERREDACCUMULATION

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Upon joining, a special new member annuity is available,that merits your consideration. It is also available to yourspouse.

This annuity can be purchased for an initial deposit of aslittle as $100, and offers a guaranteed interest rate andtax-deferred accumulation.

This special offer is only available and offered once... as aspecial benefit to a new member upon joining the Knightsof Columbus.

A Special ForNew Members Only...

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T H E K N I G H T S O F C O L U M B U S

Educational Benefits

SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS

EDUCATIONALTRUST

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KnightsAre PARTNERSIN EDUCATION

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Education carries a high priority in the Knights of Columbus.Annually, the supreme, state, and local councils providemore than $1.5 million in various types of scholarshipsand grants for undergraduate and graduate studies tomembers, their wives, sons and daughters, as well asseminarians and postulants.

Partners In Education...

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MAY 2010MAY 2010COLUMBIA

COLUMBIAKNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

Let our strengthbe your shield

Let our strengthbe your shield

Unique Opportunities

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AdditionalBENEFITS

HOW TO

PRAY THE

ROSARY

1. Make the Sign of the Cross andsay the “Apostles’ Creed.”

2. Say the “Our Father.”3. Say three “Hail Marys.”4. Say the “Glory Be.”5. Announce the First Mystery; then

say the “Our Father.”6. Say ten “Hail Mary’s,” while med-

itating on the Mystery.7. Say the “Glory Be,” then say the

“Fatima Prayer.”8. Announce the Second Mystery;

then say the “Our Father.” Repeat6 and 7 and continue with Third,Fourth and Fifth Mysteries in thesame manner.

9. Say the “Hail Holy Queen.”

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V. Pray for us, Holy Mother of God.R. That we may be made worthy of the promises ofChrist.

Let us pray. O God, whose only begotten Son, byhis Life, Death and Resurrection, has purchased forus the rewards of eternal life, grant, we beseechyou, that we who meditate on these mysteries ofthe most holy Rosary of the blessed Virgin Mary,may both imitate what they contain and obtainwhat they promise, through the same Christ ourLord. Amen.

MYSTERIES

JOYFUL MYSTERIES (Monday and Saturday)Annunciation; Visitation; Nativity; Presentation;Finding in the Temple

THE MYSTERIES OF LIGHT (Thursday)Baptism of Jesus in the Jordan; Manifestationof Jesus at the Wedding at Cana; Proclamationof the Kingdom of God; Transfiguration ofJesus; Institution of the Eucharist

SORROWFUL MYSTERIES (Tuesday and Friday)Agony in the Garden; Scourging at the Pillar;Crowning with Thorns; Carrying of the Cross;Crucifixion

GLORIOUSMYSTERIES (Wednesday and Sunday)Resurrection; Ascension; Descent of HolySpirit; Assumption; Coronation of the BlessedVirgin Mary

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P R O T E C T I N G   F A M I L I E S   F O R   G E N E R A T I O N S

COLUMBIA MAGAZINE – Free subscription to the Order’smonthly magazine examining issues of concern to Knights, toCatholics and to families.

KofC ROSARY – Blessed by the supreme chaplain; presentedduring the First Degree exemplification.

DAILY MASS REMEMBRANCE AT ST. MARY’S CHURCH –Mass for deceased members and families is celebrated daily atthe birthplace of the Order.

WIDOW BENEFITS – Continues to be covered under theMember/Spouse Fraternal Benefit; May purchase insurance orannuities up to one year after insured member’s death;Receives a free lifetime subscription to Columbia; Remainseligible with her children for scholarships, etc.

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT – Opportunity to build person-al leadership skills.

FOURTH DEGREE – Eligibility to join the “Patriotic Degree”after one year of membership and completion of the ThirdDegree of the Order.

HONORARY LIFE MEMBERSHIP – At age 70 with 25consecutive years of service or 50 consecutive years of service.

MEMBERSHIP CARD – Entitles participation in all Catholic,fraternal and social activities in over 14,000 councils through-out the world.

Added Benefits And Opportunities...

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CHURCH

COMMUNITY

COUNTRY

FELLOWMAN

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These DaysThe world needs

More KNIGHTS

Catholic men and theirfamilies willing to

stand up and serve.

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This is the Knights of Columbus today.

Catholic men and their families – dedicated and caring.Serving our Church, community, country and ourfellowman – working together for a better tomorrow.

Men that come from all walks of life, who together withtheir families share the common thread of a Catholicfaith and the desire to give of their time and talents.

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Service ThroughMembership...

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MembershipRequirements

ACHIEVEHONORS OF THEFIRST DEGREE

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EligibilityFor Membership

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Membership Requirements...

What’s expected of me... what do I haveto do to join the Knights of Columbus?‚ You must be a practical Catholic male. This means that an

applicant accepts the teaching authority of the CatholicChurch on matters of faith and morals, aspires to live inaccord with the precepts of the Catholic Church, and is ingood standing in the church.

‚ You must be 18 years of age.

‚ You must take the First Degree of the Knights of Columbus.

What costs are involved?‚ A small one-time initiation fee

‚ Nominal annual dues set by the local council.

That’s it, that’s all there is to it!Now you probably have additional questions about membershipin the Knights of Columbus...

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UNITY

PATRIOTISM

FRATERNITY

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MakeYour Family

Part Of Ours...

Join the Knights ofColumbus!

T H E K N I G H T S O F C O L U M B U S

The benefits of becoming a Knight of Columbus havenever been greater. Our programs and objectives giveevery Catholic man the medium through which he canbest serve the Church and mankind. We’re excited toextend this personal invitation to you and your family.Join us today and make your familiy a part of ours.

Be A Part Of Our Family...

Join The Knights of Columbus

And Become A Member Of The Largest Catholic Family

Fraternal ServiceOrganizationIn The World.

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