Fr Michael  J. McGivney
The Founder of the
Knights of Columbus
Benefits of Membership

    Columbia Magazine - Free subscription to the Order’s award-winning magazine examining issues of concern to Knights, Catholics and families

    Knights of Columbus rosary - Blessed by the supreme chaplain, presented during the Admission Degree to each new member

    Daily Mass of Remembrance at St. Mary’s Church - Mass for deceased members and their wives at the birthplace of the Order

    Insurance - Access to a portfolio of top-quality life insurance, long-term care and annuity products exclusive for members and their families

    Family Fraternal Benefit - For eligible families: a) pays $1,500 for the child who dies before the age of 61 days; b) pays $750 for the child who is stillborn at least 20 weeks after conception; c) offers guaranteed-issue insurance - up to $5,000 - to any child under age 18

    Orphan Benefit - $80 monthly allotment for orphans of eligible families; up to $7,000 in college scholarships available

    Member/Spouse Fraternal Benefit - Accidental death coverage for member and spouse at no cost

    Widow Benefits - a) continues to be covered under the Member/Spouse Fraternal Benefit; b) may purchase life insurance, long-term care insurance or annuities up to one year after insured member’s death; c) receives a free lifetime subscription to Columbia; d) eligible with her children for scholarships, student loans, etc.

    Scholarships - Scholarship programs for higher education available to members, their spouses and children

    Leadership Development - Opportunity to build personal leadership skills, public speaking ability, organizational skills, etc.

    Fourth Degree - Eligibility to join the Patriotic Degree

    Honorary Life Membership - At age 70 with 25 years of membership

    Membership Card - Entitles participation in all Catholic, fraternal and social activities in member’s council and also in over 15,000 councils throughout the world

    Activities - participation in a variety of programs and activities conducted by your council
St Bede Pius X council 3788
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