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Knights of Columbus Orange County, CA Charity, Unity, Fraternity |
FOURTH DEGREE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
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| The Color Corps is an ELECTIVE division of the Fourth Degree, whose distinctive presence in parades, wreath-laying ceremonies, confirmations and other Catholic functions is a visible reminder of our service to the community. The tuxedo, chapeau, cape and sword worn by the Color Corps were inspired by 19th century naval uniforms, with different cape colors representing nine different program ranks. The ceremonial sword symbolizes Christian Knighthood, and is carried to signify reverence to Church, Eucharist, country and freedom. Color Corps members wear the colors with pride, knowing they represent the very best of the Knights of Columbus. |
Fourth Degree
District Website:
www.socalfourthdegree.org |
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Assembly 85 El Camino Real
Fourth Degree Website |
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Assembly 2305
Santiago de
Compostela
Fourth Degree Website |
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Exemplification
Marriott Hotel,
Candidate Information Must be a Third Degree member in good standing with 6 months membership
in the order. Have
an approved Form 4 along with $70.00 application fee submitted to the
Master of the District by 10-01-10 to be considered for the
Exemplification of the Fourth Degree. Clergy (Priests and Brothers)
application fees shall be $35.00. All fees must be submitted by Assembly
check made payable to: Master, Fourth Degree and mailed to
Dress Code
The official Dress Code for Exemplification of the Fourth Degree
shall be;
(a) Black bow tie, plain white tuxedo shirt, black cummerbund,
black footwear, and black tuxedo.
NO wingtip collars will be allowed.
(b) A member serving in the armed forces of his country, full
time police and firefighters shall be considered in proper attire when dressed in a Class A
dress uniform.
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El Camino Real Assembly 85 Color Corps
About the Fourth Degree
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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. Fourth Degree members must retain their membership as Third Degree members in the local council to remain in good standing.
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The official dress for the Fourth Degree Exemplification is black tuxedo, black bow tie, plain white tuxedo shirt (NO wing tip shirts), black shoes, and black cummerbund. Religious and members of the armed services may wear their clerical garb or dress uniform respectively. Candidates must not wear any lapel pins or jewel of office during exemplification.
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As a Fourth Degree Knight you have the opportunity to become part of your assembly's color corps. As a color corps member, you will be recognized widely by the distinctive attire of tuxedo, feathered hat (chapeau) cape and sword. Color corps members regularly take part in civic events such as parades and wreath-laying ceremonies, and in ecclesial functions at Catholic churches.
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