The Knights of Columbus - St. Martin of Tours Council #6273 - have a goal to help men, their families and the St. Martin of Tours Parish grow closer to Christ. Through our programs and resources, we provide opportunities to live and spread the Catholic faith. Men of the church are encouraged to join and grow in faith while making a meaningful impact. Each month, the Knights of Columbus recognize a parish family for their dedication to our parish community, who inspire others with their faithful service, active participation and example of living out their Catholic values.
Founded on the principles of charity, unity and fraternity, the Knights of Columbus was established in 1882 by Father Michael J. McGivney, assistant pastor of St. Mary's church in New Haven, Connecticut, assisted by a group of parishioners. Their intent? To bring financial aid and assistance to the sick, disabled and needy members and their families. Father McGivney was beatified in 2020.
The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic fraternal service organization. The St. Martin of Tours Council of the K of C is involved with all aspects of Parish Life, and if you are a man who is 18 years of age or older, we would love to have you join! We meet on the 2nd Wednesday of each month in Sexton Hall.
Grand Knight: Tony Kluesner
Contact us through the parish office to learn more about joining. 765.342.6379 x2
Activities throughout the year include: Fellowship Breakfast, Annual Parish Picnic, Friday Fish Fry throughout Lent, Tootsie Roll Fundraiser to support disabled persons in Morgan County, Ice Cream booth fundraiser at the Morgan County Fair, and The Kozmar Student Scholarship.
Membership Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
- I'm busy, why should I join the Knights of Columbus? As a Knight, you can choose the projects you wish to me involved in within your own community. What is more, the Order is dedicated to family life and the many benefits it offers. From Insurance to scholarships, to service and social activities and programs, all are open to the whole family.
- What are the membership requirements? Membership requirements are that members be any practical Catholic man, in union with the Holy See, who is at least 18 years old.
- What is a practical Catholic? A practical Catholic is one who is in union with the Holy See and who practices the precepts of the Catholic Church.
- What are Degrees? There are four degrees within the Knights of Columbus. Each degree ceremony imparts a lesson on the order's core virtues of Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism.
- Do I have to purchase insurance to become a member? No. Unlike many fraternal organizations, one does not become a member by purchasing insurance. In the Knights of Columbus, a man has to be a member before he may avail himself of the insurance benefit. Purchasing insurance is optional, however, the life insurance and long-term care insurance products offered by the Order are not only competitively priced, they are among the most solid and highly rated products available anywhere. Standard & Poor's and A.M. Best, the leading independent agencies that rate insurance companies, give K of C insurance their highest ratings.
