These Men They Call Knights Flashcards
What is the name of the church where the Knights of Columbus was founded?
Saint Mary’s Church in New Haven Connecticut.
How many members are there in the Knights of Columbus?
Over two million
How many countries are the Knights of Columbus in?
Twelve
How many continents are the Knights of Columbus in?
Three
When was the Knights of Columbus founded?
1882
What are the two common bonds of the Knights of Columbus?
1) Devotion to the Catholic faith
2) Our brotherhood in Christ
Why have the Knights of Columbus joined together?
To help one another become:
- better Catholics
- better husbands
- better fathers
- better providers for the financial protection of our families
- better citizens of the countries in which we live
What is the subject that the Knights of Columbus places great emphasis on?
Charity
What is the first principle of the Order of the Knights of Columbus?
Charity
What is the subject of the first degree ceremony?
Charity
How do we acquire an understanding and appreciation of the Knighthood in the fullest sense?
By advancing through the higher degrees, and taking to heart the lessons that each one teaches.
What is relevant and plays a key role in establishing a common culture among Knights as Catholic gentlemen?
The degree ceremonies
What activity explores certain aspects of our core values, and how we approach our shared commitment to charity, unity, and fraternity?
Degree ceremonies
What does the fourth degree ceremony emphasize?
Patriotism
What is the largest Catholic fraternal organization in the world?
The Knights of Columbus
