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Who Are the Knights?

The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic family fraternal service organization with 1.7 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

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As a member of the Knights of Columbus you and your family enjoy many benefits, including 12 free issues annually of 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.

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The Bishop Joseph J. Madera Council supports Divine Mercy Catholic Church in Clovis, California.

We strive to be active participants in the celebration of the eucharist as well as providing volunteer help to support the parish. In addition, we fundraise to assist in our parish building fund, seminarians, and those in need of help.

 

Being a Knight is a rewarding experience through volunteer opportunities, fun family activities, tools for financial security, and demonstrating our Catholic faith through actions that matter to those who are most in need as Christ commanded us to do!  

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.  Simply click on the "APPLY NOW" link on the home page and complete the application online.  

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