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Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus
Fourth Degree:
Sir Knights of the Fourth Degree, deem it an honor and privilege to carry our TRIAD EMBLEM, which features The Dove, The Cross, and The Globe. Our Honored Order cherishes as its Patron, Christopher Columbus.
Color Corps:
The Color Corps is an ELECTIVE division of the Fourth Degree, whose distinctive presence in parades, wreath-laying ceremonies, Confirmations and other Catholic functions is a visible reminder of our service to the community. The tuxedo, chapeau, cape and sword worn by the Color Corps were inspired by 19th century naval uniforms, with different cape colors representing nine different program ranks. The ceremonial sword symbolizes Christian Knighthood, and is carried to signify reverence to Church, Eucharist, country and freedom.
Membership:
The Fourth Degree ritual added patriotism to the three original principles of the Order: charity, unity and fraternity. Any Third Degree member in good standing, with at least six months membership in the order - 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. Fourth Degree members must retain their membership as Third Degree members in the local council to remain in good standing.
District Call Outs
There are
two exemplifications each year in the Southern District.
Worthy Sir Knights
This is a District Call-Out notification for all Assemblies in the Southern California District. There will be two parts to this Call-Out.
Knights of Columbus and other Lay Orders have
coordinated a parade/procession and Holy Mass honoring Our Lady of
Los Angeles. This event, proposed to be an annual occurrence, is
scheduled for
Saturday, September 3rd.
The first part of the call-out is for 2:30 P.M., at La Placita Church 535 N. Main Street Los Angeles Ca. 90012 the procession will commence at 3:00 P.M. This will be a long 5 block walk to the Cathedral.
The Second Part of the call-out is for 3:30 P.M., at Our Lady of Angels Cathedral 555 W. Temple Street, Los Angeles Ca. 90012, on the Plaza of the Cathedral. All Color Corp not able to make the walk from La Placita Church will report to the Master in the Cathedral Plaza.
Gentleman parking may be difficult due to the crowds expected, that’s the reason for the early callout time. I suggest car pooling to make it easier.
Mass is scheduled for 5:30 P.M. Additional instructions will be given at the Cathedral on the day of the event.
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Thank You
K of C Fourth Degree
Fourth Degree Southern Calif. District
