Knights of St Columba

Charity | Unity | Fraternity

Who we are

The Knights of St Columba is an Order of Catholic Laymen dedicated to the Service of the Church and fellow brothers and sisters. We have thousands of Members from a wide range of nationalities, backgrounds and ages.

The Organisation, which is non-political and exists to support the mission of the Catholic Church and at the same time to work for the Spiritual and material good of our members and families.

In accordance with the Social Teachings of the Catholic Church, we work for the Moral and Social Welfare of our Country and in particular, help young people develop in the likeness of Christ.

The Order will strive to achieve these aims through the fundamental virtues of Charity, Unity and Fraternity

Faith – Family – Fraternity are the core principles that bind us.

We help to raise tens of thousands of pounds for Pro-Life charities, Hospices movement and for our National Action Projects.

Our Members arrange fundraising, Social Events, Stewarding, Youth Competitions and so much more. We believe that by working together for the common good we become stronger and become close friends.

We have a structure of local Councils, Provinces, and Regions across the UK working to Serve God by Serving Others.

Mission

Our work as Lay Apostles is at the forefront of the Order’s Aims and Objectives. The Knights set out a detailed action and social plan each year to reach our Local and National goals. We offer support, monthly updates and training to thousands of Knights across The UK and hold annual competitions for Council of the year.

We are pro-life and arrange Catholic Social Action in support of the Catholic Church. It is through working together that we can achieve these aims and by socialising together that firm bonds and life-long friendships are created.

By the promotion of our Action Policy, we will be in a far better position to recruit and retain new Members, and therefore have more workers for the vineyard. Our supportive families get to meet, understand and support our goals as well as having fun. It is through the Action and Social activities that Knights work together and truly become ‘Brothers’.

Catholic Social Teaching

Catholic Social Teaching is based on the belief that God has a plan for creation, a plan to build his kingdom of peace, love and justice. It holds that God has a special place in this story for each of us, whoever we are.

As Knights of St Columba, our vocation means we treat everyone as our brother for the common good.

This touches upon many different aspects of life, from the family to international development, how we think of those who are homeless to how we care for the environment, and from how we shop and consume to the rights of workers and the dignity of work

Fundraising

Knights raise funds in various ways throughout the year. Across the country our 200 + local councils arrange various social events to raise funds for charity and hospices such as sponsored walks, raffles, dinner dances, race nights, bucket collections, carparking, Go fund me pages, BBQ’s, etc. Nationally our 200 Club helps raise monthly revenue for the Apostolates fund. and we hold an annual Grand National draw which supports youth initiatives.

Reasons to Join us

As a practising Catholic man, you may have an interest in helping those in need, serving your parish, developing your faith and giving something back to your community. By joining the Knights, you can do all that and more. You will work with like-minded men across your Diocese who can offer their experience and support. Working together towards a common goal, creates a strong bond of fraternity with new friends who become ‘Brothers’.

Deepen your own faith and spiritual life through prayer and good works
Support the Holy Catholic Church and its clergy
Develop a new circle of ‘like-minded’ Catholic friends and active social life
Feel welcomed and valued, regardless of age, race and mobility
Get extra support and ideas for your own local Parish projects
Be part of the decision-making process regarding Local Projects to support
Develop your own sense of sel-worth and use of your God given talents