About Us

The Patriotic Degree of the Order
Religiously Devoted, Patriotically Proud

For most men who follow Jesus, there comes a time when duty extends beyond our own lives, beyond how we lead our families, and into how we serve our fellow man. That’s what the Knights of Columbus is all about. The Patriotic Degree allows knights to take this one step further.  “Sir Knight” is more than a title.  It’s an honor.

Vision & Goals

  • Standing Firm in Support of the Order
    • Knights of the Patriotic Degree are dedicated to the personal development and continued honor of brother Knights. We are always there to offer leadership, guidance, and encouragement.
  • Proudly Serving the Country
    • Knights of the Patriotic Degree glorify God by serving our communities and nations as though Christ were the one being served.
  • Unwavering Support of the Faith
    • Knights of the Patriotic Degree hold unwaveringly to what is right and honorable, working to keep God in the civic arena, serving the life of the Church, and defending laws that recognize the sanctity of life and true religious liberty.
  • Honoring the Legacy of Knighthood
    • The Color Corps is an elective division of the Patriotic Degree that presents a visible reminder of our service to the community.

Mission Statement

  1. To foster and encourage the spirit of patriotism in our members, Councils and the community at large.
  2. To encourage active Catholic citizenship
  3. To voluntarily participate in the Assembly Honor Guard at religious and civic functions
  4. To encourage Third Degree Council Knights to advance to the Fourth Degree
  5. To provide support to our participating Councils whenever called upon and to outside Assemblies when requested.
  6. To pray for our living and deceased Sir Knights and their families.

Membership

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.

Source: www.kofc.org