Exemplifications
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.
Exemplification Dates
EXEMPLIFICATION INFORMATION
There are two exemplifications each year in the Southern District.
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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.
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The official dress
for the Fourth Degree Exemplification is black tuxedo, black bow tie, plain
white tuxedo shirt (NO wing tip shirts), black
shoes, and black cummerbund. Religious and members of the armed services may
wear their clerical garb or dress uniform respectively. Candidates must not wear
any lapel pins or jewel of office during exemplification.
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As a Fourth Degree
Knight you have the opportunity to become part of your assembly's color corps.
As a color corps member, you will be recognized widely by the distinctive attire
of tuxedo, feathered hat (chapeau) cape and sword. Color corps members regularly
take part in civic events such as parades and wreath-laying ceremonies, and in
ecclesial functions at Catholic churches.
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You
must have your Third Degree membership card with you for the Fourth Degree
Exemplification.
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Any Third Degree member in good standing, with at
least six months membership in the order is eligible for membership in the
Fourth Degree.
- A Ladies Luncheon is provided for your wife’s
entertainment and enjoyment during the actual Exemplification ceremony.
Assembly Information
- ATTENTION COMPTROLLERS: BE SURE EACH FORM
4 CONTAINS ALL REQUIRED INFORMATION INCLUDING
- 1. Membership number
2. First Degree Date
3. Assembly Name
4. Council Name
5. Council Financial Secretary's Signature
6. Applicant's signature
7. Proposer's Signature
8. Faithful Navigator's signature
9. Faithful Comptroller's signature
10. Applicant's Information
11. Check for $??.00 made out to
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for Irvine October 8, 2011 Information Package
K of C Fourth Degree
Fourth Degree Southern Calif. District
