1. Fourth
Degree History and Purpose
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Formed February 22, 1900
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Purpose is to demonstrate patriotism
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Represents the VISIBLE arm of
the Knights of Columbus via the Color Corps. Appears at parades, attends
Funerals, escorts the Bishop, appears at special events.
2. Father Phillip Grant
Assembly 3272
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Formed on January 10, 2011
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One of four assemblies in the Grand
Strand area.
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Business Meeting the 4th Thursday of
every month, at Precious Blood or St.
Mary's.
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Socials in the month of no
business meeting.
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Membership
of over 120 Sir Knights from 2 councils
3. Membership
Requirements
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Must be a Knight for one year, a
Third Degree in good standing at the time of Exemplification (priest and
Military are exempted) (six months membership will be considered
providing a waiver has been requested and approved by the Supreme
Office)
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The official dress for candidates for
the Fourth Degree Exemplification shall be black bow tie, white
straight collar shirt, black tuxedo shoes and black tuxedo. A member
serving in the armed forces of his country shall be considered in proper
attire when dressed in military uniform.
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The dress of the Fourth Degree shall
consist of the official dress and social baldric.
4. Myths about the
Fourth Degree to be dispelled.
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New members do not have to purchase
Regalia or participate in the Color Corps. It is strictly voluntary.
However, it is an honor.
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Membership in the Fourth Degree DOES
NOT detract from each member’s Council involvement.
5. Reasons for
joining the Fourth Degree
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To show both a personal and group
commitment to patriotism and to support our American way of life.
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Presents an opportunity to establish
and strengthen liaisons with Brother Knights from other councils.
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Affords each Sir Knight the
opportunity to participate in the Color Corps.
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Provides camaraderie with good
Catholic gentlemen.
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Provides visible support of our
church and country through participation in the Color Corps.
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Provides a completion of all degree
steps. Makes you a more complete Knight.
- Provides you with
either a perpetual masses after your death.
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