Knights of Columbus

If you want to join this great organization of Catholic men, it is likely that there is a local council near you. There you will find brother Knights working to fulfill the central mission of the Order: striving in charitable works; serving the Church and unified in following its teachings; supporting brother Knights in their temporal and spiritual needs; acting for the good of their country; and giving aid to widows, orphans, the sick and the poor.


Our Order is called, " The Strong Arm of the Catholic Church"
Founded in 1882 by a 29-year-old parish priest, Father Michael J. McGivney, today, more than a century later, the Knights of Columbus has become the largest lay organization in the Catholic Church. The Order has been called "the strong right arm of the Church," and has been praised by popes, presidents (including President Bush) and other world leaders, for support of the Church, programs of evangelization and Catholic education, civic involvement and aid to those in need.

For Catholic Men of All Ages
Membership in the Knights of Columbus is open to practical Catholic men in union with the Holy See, who are at least 18 years old. A practical 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 or you may simply fill out the request below, and a Knight of Columbus member will contact you.

Join Today and Experience The Awesome Ceremonial Initiation Degree...It's Not To Be Missed!
Candidates join local units, called "councils," most of which are based in one Catholic parish, or in the community at large. The candidate takes part in initiation degrees that explain the Knights of Columbus' four principles: Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism.

A candidate is considered a "Knight" after taking his First Degree, but he is encouraged to advance through the Second and Third Degrees and on to the Fourth Degree, whose members promote the virtue of patriotism by serving in honor guards, color corps and promoting respect for country and the flag.

Help build a better world one council at a time, and one act of charity at a time. Knights of Columbus have a proud heritage. The qualified Catholic man can share in this heritage and build for an even greater future by affiliating himself with this forceful, effective fraternal organization.

Knights of Columbus Council 6211 is located in Bayou Vista, La. We are currently recruiting new members from the Parish, if you would like to become a Brother in the Knights of Columbus please contact John Trevino Sr (Grand Knight) at johnptrevinosr@gmail.com or call 985-519-0373 for more information.