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The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic family fraternal
service organization with 1.6 million members. It provides members and their
families with volunteer opportunities in service to the Catholic Church,
their communities, families and young people.
Past DistrictDeputy
Anthony Previte and PGK Anthony Marino enjoy fellowship after a meeting.
As a member of the Knights of Columbus you and your family enjoy many
benefits, including 12 free issues annually of the Columbia magazine,
the world's largest Catholic family magazine, eligibility to join the Knights
of Columbus top-ranked life insurance program, and many more family and
personal benefits.
Membership in the Knights of Columbus is open to practicing Catholic men in
union with the Holy See, who are at least 18 years old. A practicing Catholic
is one who lives up to the Commandments of God and the precepts of the
Church. Application blanks are available from any member of the Knights of
Columbus.
For information on joining the Knights, contact:
Augustin Berry
Grand Knight
516-333-5499
Any Third Degree member in good standing, one year after the anniversary of
his First Degree, is eligible for membership in the Fourth Degree. The
primary purpose of the Fourth Degree is to foster the spirit of patriotism by
promoting responsible citizenship and a love of and loyalty to the Knights'
respective countries through active membership in local Fourth Degree groups
(called "assemblies"). Certain members of the Fourth Degree serve
as honor guards at civic and religious functions, an activity that has
brought worldwide recognition to the Knights of Columbus. For information on
the 4th degree, contact Brother James Kennedy (516) 334-0450
The Columbiettes provide SUPPORT to the men and the council. They do this
primarily by providing help at events, cooking for events and providing
monetary help. They also generally do help with setting up and beautifying
the hall for events. Anyone in reactivating the Columbiettes, please contact
the council Grand Knight.
 Under the guidance of Christian Brother Barnabas McDonald
(1865-1929), the first Columbian Squires circle was instituted in 1925.
Membership in the Squires is for Catholic boys between the ages of 12 and 17.
Squires' activities are many, varying from spiritual to active service for
the Church and community. Each circle elects officer members from their own
rank, teaching skills of leadership and responsibility.
Presently Westbury
Council does not have a Squires Circle but we are looking for people
interested in starting a circle. Please contact the Deputy Grand Knight for
information on beginning a squires circle.
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