The Knights of Columbus have established four separate measurements, or degrees, to recognize a member Knight’s level of achievement. These levels must be earned in order, with full Knighthood being achieved after the Third Degree.

Each of the local Councils has its own First Degree Team, which conducts its initiation ceremonies throughout the fraternal year. A district-wide Second Degree Team exists to provide opportunities for advancement at the local level.

A regional Third Degree Team conducts its ceremonial presentations throughout Eastern Pennsylvania.

First Degree

Council 8726 at St. Ignatius Church will host a First Degree on Monday, March 8, 2010 in the meeting rooms at the school. Candidates are asked to arrive by 7:00pm with the degree beginning at 7:30pm.

Second Degree

There are two Second Degrees scheduled during the next quarter. The first one will be held on Tuesday, March 9, 2010. The second will be held on Tuesday, April 13, 2010. Both will be held at Knight’s Home at Spring and Weiser Streets, Reading. PA.

Third Degree

A Third Degree has been scheduled for Sunday, April 18, 2010 at LaSalle Academy in Shillington, PA.

Fourth Degree

A separate level, the Fourth Degree, also known as the Patriotic Degree, provides additional opportunities for member Knights, including optional membership in the Color Corp, the Order’s publicly recognized, formal honor guard shown below. The next Fourth Degree Exemplification is scheduled for Sunday, May 30, 2010. Contact your local Grand Knight for additional information about this event as it is restricted only to Third Degree candidates and existing members of the Fourth Degree.

This Page last updated 02/22/10.