Membership of the Knights of St Columba is open to all practicing Catholic Men over 16 years of age.

Members join local units called 'councils', many of which are based at parish or deanery level. New members take part in a brief admission ceremony; where the objects of the Order are explained, conducted either in the Council or at Mass in Church. They also participate in monthly meetings.

Pope Benedict appealed to the laity to assist in the mission of the Church by becoming more involved in the work of the parishes and our communities. Membership of the Knights of St Columba provides the opportunity to respond to the Holy Father's appeal.

• As an integral member of the UK's largest Catholic lay organization, you will be involved with over 6000 fellow Brothers of the Order and their families, located in over 340 Councils throughout the UK.

• You will enjoy a sense of 'belonging' in an organization that shares your religious beliefs, brings together likeminded men in a common purpose and offers the opportunity to develop and cement friendships for years to come.

• Your personal involvement as a Knight will provide opportunities for service to the Church at all levels; to your community and to those less fortunate in our midst.

• Your active participation in council affairs, spiritually, fraternally and socially, will serve as an example to others and enable you to develop your own abilities.

• You will share in the sense of pride that all Knights feel in knowing that their Order is second to none in support of Our Holy Father, the Hierarchy and Clergy; in working for our fellow man, especially those most in need.

There are only two requirements for a man to join the Knights of St Columba; that he is a practicing Catholic; as understood by the Church and that he is 16 years of age or over. Members also pay annual dues which vary according to Council levies, however consideration is given to individuals circumstances.

Why wait ? Find out if there's a Council in locality. Establish contact with K.S.C. Head Office or the Provincial Representatives who will direct you to your nearest Council.