Contacts
Joe Beck
Grand Knight 776-5793
Deputy Grand Knight
Father McGivney and the first officers chose the name "Knights of Columbus" because they felt that, as a Catholic group, it should relate to Christopher Columbus, the Catholic discoverer of America. This would emphasize that it was Catholics who discovered, explored and colonized the North American continent. At the same time "Knights" would signify that the membership embodied knightly ideals of spirituality and service to Church, country and fellowman.
From such promising beginnings Father McGivney's original group has blossomed into an international society of more than 1.59 million Catholic men plus their families in more than 11,167 councils who have dedicated themselves to the ideals of Columbianism: Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism.
The Knights' creativity is manifested in numerous programs and projects directed to the benefit of their fellowman. Their strength assures that these programs are operated effectively and brought to positive conclusions. The Knights of Columbus have a long and enviable tradition of aid to Catholic education. The Knights of Columbus annually donate in the millions of dollars and in the millions of community hours of service for the betterment of local, state, national, and international society needs.
The Supreme Knight has formulated a program to maintain the involvement of the widows and children of deceased members in the activities of the Order. These children will remain eligible for all educational benefits, such as student loans and all the society's fellowships and trusts.
One of Father McGivney's initial objectives in founding the Order, that of providing security for the widows and children of deceased members, has succeeded beyond his wildest dreams. The Knights of Columbus insurance program offers its certificate holders a versatile portfolio of protection -- all done "for Brother Knights by Brother Knights."
"Don't keep the Faith -- spread it!" long has been a guiding principle of the Knights of Columbus.
For more information or membership please contact any knight in your Parish or your Parish Office for assistance.
Kansas State Council Knights of Columbus
National Home Site for the Knights of Columbus
Respectfully submitted by,
George A. Corbin,
494-2524
