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knights of
columbus Council #11363
Origins & Objectives
The Knights of Columbus was chartered in 1882. Father McGivney and six
parishioners of St. Mary's parish, New Haven Connecticut, saw a need for
an organization to serve the Church and the Parish Community. The basis
principles set forth by the Knights of Columbus in that era still
prevail.
Charity:
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To share our time, talents,
and treasures with those in need. |
Unity:
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To work together to
accomplish deeds not achievable individually. |
Fraternity:
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To aid our Brother & his
family; to aid & show concern for them and to provide insurance
protection for them. |
Patriotism:
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To serve and honor our
country in the Church and in our community. |
Activities
Activities that
demonstrate the principles above are grouped into the following major
areas. Each area has a number of projects which support and develop
those principles.
Church Activities
Programs are
designed to give the membership the opportunity to practice their
Catholic duties in the areas of charity, devotion and education. This
allows Knights to set a worthy Catholic example for their families,
fellow members, and the community.
- Corporate
Communion
- Building
Maintenance
- Rose for
Motherhood at Baptisms
- Firework
Stand Maintenance
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Representative to the Parish Council
- Coffee and
Rolls Ministry
- Church
Construction/Remodeling
Family Activities
The individual
Knight, his family & the Order benefit from a wholesome home life.
Programs bring family members together for social and recreational
activities within the community.
- Lenten
Fish Fry Dinner
- Biannual
Pancake Breakfast
- Help With
The Parish Picnic
- Chaperones
For High School Dances
Community Activities
In an effort to
shape the world around him, this program offers the individual Knight an
opportunity to fight poverty, practice charity, aid the mentally
disabled, support law enforcement, and assist the aged and the needy.
- Attend and
Support the weekly TV Mass for Shut-Ins
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Participate in the One Rose/One Life Weekend
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"Tootsie-Roll Drive" for the Mentally Retarded
- Volunteer
Help for Habitat for Humanity
- Supply and
Deliver Christmas Dinners to Invalids and Aged
- Biannual
Trash Pick-Up From Resurrection Church to Hwy 281
- Harvest of
Harmony Parade Float for the Knights of Columbus
Youth Activities
- The youth
of today are the adults of tomorrow. The programs offered are
designed to give a positive and constructive influence for shaping
their lives.
- KC Track
Meet held at Grand Island Central Catholic High School
- KC
Free-Throw Local Contest
- KC
Free-Throw State Contest
- KC
Wrestling Tournament
- Sponsor of
Outward Bound
- Sponsored
a Representative to the International World Day in Rome
- Help with
Financing the Parish Youth Ski Trip to Colorado
Council Activities
Entertaining
and enjoyable programs for the membership and their families strengthen
the fraternalism of the Order. Programs in the areas of athletics,
cultural, and social events are as diverse as one's imagination.
- Sympathy
and Get Well Cards for Members in Distress
- Biannual
Golf Outing for Members and their Families
- State Team
for the KC Basketball Tournament
- Our
Council's Annual Awards Banquet for Individual and Council
Recognition
- Card Party
for Knights and their Wives
Membership Requirements
- Male
- Practicing
Catholic
- Over 18
Years Old
Exemplification
- First
Degree, Available Monthly in Varying Areas of Nebraska
- Second and
Third Degrees, Available locally at least once a year
Fourth Degree Assembly
John Sohroll
(Faithful Navigator) |
Activities
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Honor Guard for
Various Functions around Grand Island and the State
Rosary for Deceased
Members |
Membership Requirements
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Must be Third Degree
Member in Good Standing
Received First
Degree at least once year prior to Initiation into the Fourth
Degree |
Exemplification
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Conducted As Needed
in Various Areas of the State |
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