Knights of Columbus

COUNCIL 8256 MARY HELP OF CHRISTIANS

National Shrine of Mary Help of Christian, Better Living Subdivision

Barangay Don Bosco, Parañaque City, Philippines

Who are the Knights?

The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic family fraternal service organization with 1.6 million members. It provides members and their families with volunteer opportunities in service to the Catholic Church, their communities, families and young people.

Membership Benefits

As a member of the Knights of Columbus you and your family enjoy many benefits, including 12 free issues annually of the Columbia magazine, the world's largest Catholic family magazine, eligibility to join the Knights of Columbus top-ranked life insurance program, and many more family and personal benefits.

Church Activities

Youth Activities

Family Activities

Community Service

Council Activities.

How to Join

Membership in the Knights of Columbus is open to practicing Catholic men in union with the Holy See, who are at least 18 years old. A practicing Catholic is one who lives up to the commandments of God and the precepts of the Church. Application forms are available from any member of the Knights of Columbus.

Or contact our Membership Director, SK J. Ruben Q. Villaluz at +632-824-0340, +63927-87-82826

Fourth Degree

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.

Ladies Auxiliary

The Ladies Auxiliary's main function is to support the men and the council. They are primarily composed of the wives of Knights and the Squirettes of Mary. They do this primarily by providing help at events such as cooking events and raising funds. They also generally do help with setting up and beautifying the halls for events.

 

Squires

Under the guidance of Christian Brother Barnabas McDonald (1865-1929), the first Columbian Squires circle was instituted in 1925. Membership in the Squires is for Catholic boys between the ages of 12 and 17. Squires' activities are many, varying from spiritual to active service for the Church and community. Each circle elects officer members from their own rank, teaching skills of leadership and responsibility.

For more information about the Columbian Squires Circle 3213, click here.

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