The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic men's fraternal society formed to provide financial aid to members,their families and the community. May 19th, 2007 marked the 50th anniversay of St. Dominic Council#4399. Throughout the past 50 years St. Dominic Council has been charitable with time, money and gifts to our local parishes,service organizations and residents. Our longevity and success is due to the dedication of our membership and the support of the community.
Membership in the Knights of Columbus is open to practical Catholic men in
union with the Holy See, who are at least 18 years old. A practical Catholic is one who lives
up to the Commandments of God and the precepts of the Church. Application blanks are available
from any member of the Knights of Columbus.
All priests and religious brothers having
duly made application for membership and participated in the ceremonials become honorary life
members of the Order and are exempt from payment of dues.
Candidates join local
units, called "councils," most of which are based in one Catholic parish, or in the community
at large. The candidate takes part in initiation degrees that explain the Knights of Columbus´
four principles: Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism.
A candidate is considered a "Knight" after taking his First Degree, but he is encouraged to
advance through the Second and Third Degrees and on to the Fourth Degree, whose members promote
the virtue of patriotism by serving in honor guards, color corps and promoting respect for
country and the flag.
Knights of Columbus have a proud heritage. The qualified Catholic
man can share in this heritage and build for an even greater future by affiliating himself
with this forceful, effective fraternal organization.
Email form for joining the KofC:
This form is primarily for St.Dominic Council, but we can forward your application to a council near you.
Or, if you would like, you can use the Council Locator.
Your Employment information are purely optional and only for records keeping and insurance purposes.
Please note, if your browser is having problems submitting this form you can print it out (with the relevant data filled in) and then mail it to:
KofC Council 4399
Attention: Membership Chancellor,
874Franklin Ave
Thornwood,NY 10594