Knight of the Year

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The Assembly Knight of the Year for 2017 is SK Joseph Kristofl.

Joseph is the Assembly Flag Program Chairman.  Faithful Navigator Hans Anter presented Joseph with his award at the February meeting.

Christ Cathedral Assembly 3479 Flag Program
 for Second Grade

Christ Cathedral Assembly 3479 gave out almost 350 small United States flags to second grade students in Catholic schools in the Diocese of Orange County, CA.

A short Power Point presentation was given with slides of the 13 star flag, the flag description, flag retirement procedure, the flag colors and the Pledge of Allegiance.  The students and knights recite the Pledge of Allegiance.  The Knights explain how they were instrumental in having the words “under God” included in the pledge.

Two Knights display a 3’ x 5’ United States Flag and demonstrate the correct way to fold the flag.  The teachers and students have enthusiastically embraced this program and invited us back for next year.  Some of the students said they were going to ask their fathers to join the Knights.

Mental Health Forum March 15, 2018

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Mental Health Forum, March 15, 2018.

Our new Auxiliary Bishop, the Most Reverend Thanh Thai Nguyen, will concelebrate a Mass of Hope and Wellness at 5:30 that evening, followed by the Forum. His interest and that of his brother Bishops of California will help us to focus the attention and prayers of the Church on our brothers and sisters suffering from this spectrum of illnesses, along with our families and friends.
 
Kay Warren of Saddleback Church will keynote, and this will be an incredible program with great speakers.

New Uniform FAQs

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The following FAQ should answer many of the questions that have arisen concerning this change.

Q: Will the new uniform allow the use of ceremonial swords?

A: Yes. Ceremonial swords will continue to be part of the Fourth Degree. When swords are used, gloves should also be used. (see picture above).

Q: How will rank be distinguished?

A: Colored patches will be worn on the beret behind the Fourth Degree emblem as follows:

Dark Blue Supreme Master
Light Blue Vice Supreme Masters
Gold District Masters
White Faithful Navigators
Green District Marshals
Purple Color Corp Commanders

Those not holding office (who formerly wore red capes) will wear berets with no patch.

Q: Will there be discounts offered on the new uniform?

A: Yes. The Order will subsidize the new uniform with a 25 percent discount offered to all members who order the new uniform prior to Sept. 30, 2017.

Q: What if a member just purchased the old regalia?

A: Any member who purchased the old regalia after May 1, 2017, can submit their receipt along with their member number to regaliacredit@kofc.org. Information will then be sent to that member on how to receive a $200 credit toward the new uniform.

Q: Is the Order making money on the new uniform?

A: No, the uniform is being sold at (or sometimes below) our cost.

Q: Was the new uniform field tested prior to its release?

A: Yes. The new uniform was field tested by Fourth Degree members attending the Warriors to Lourdes pilgrimage.

Q: Can the old regalia still be worn?

A: Yes, for a time. While the preference is for the new uniform wherever possible, the old regalia can still be worn until the end of the current fraternal year (June 30, 2018). After that date, only the new uniform should be worn.

Q: Who made this decision?

A: The board of directors made this decision earlier this year after a three year period of testing and discussion. In addition, changing the uniform/regalia was previously discussed with the vice supreme masters at the Supreme Assembly.

Q: Did members have input on this?

A: For years, supreme officers and directors have received comments from members and prospective members that the old regalia was a barrier to membership overall, or to membership in the Fourth Degree.

source:  http://kofc.org/en/news/releases/new-fourth-degree-uniform-faq.html

New Uniform Prices

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New 4th Degree Official Dress Uniform 

The official dress uniform (Official Navy Blue Blazer, Official Fourth Degree Gray trousers, Official Fourth Degree Necktie, and Official Fourth Degree Black Beret with Fourth Degree metal badge) is purchased as a set.  Individual items are not for sale at this time.

You get the blazer, trousers, tie, and beret when you purchase the official dress uniform!  Cost is $510.00 as of August 10, 2017.

The garments of the official dress are tailored in Italy.  The fabric used for both blazers and pants is woven in Italy specifically for the Knights of Columbus from a high quality super 130 wool.    The blazer buttons are made in Italy. The KofC blazer patches are completely hand embroidered.  The tie is Italian silk, but made in the USA.

Once you receive the uniform, please take it to your tailor for professional finishing.  Trousers come with an unfinished hem.  

The official dress for the Fourth Degree shall be:

Navy Blue Blazer festooned with Fourth Degree Emblem Blazer Crest Knights of Columbus Emblem of the Order buttons

Official Fourth Degree Gray trousers

Official Fourth Degree Necktie

Official Fourth Degree Black Beret with Fourth Degree metal badge worn over the left eye.

NOT INCLUDED:  Plain White Dress Shirt – Button cuff (no French cuffs – no button down collar shirts)  

NOT INCLUDED:  Black Socks and Plain Black Shoes, Official Fourth Degree Lapel Pin (#PG-113), Incumbent Medal of Office, Past and Former Miniature Medals above left pocket.   

The new uniform is to be worn as you would a business suit.

The beret is worn with the fourth degree pin placed directly over the left eye. The right side of the beret folds down toward and over the right ear. 

ORDERS WILL BE SHIPPED AS INVENTORY BECOMES AVAILABLE.  

Knights Gear: http://www.knightsgear.com/regalia