Membership
Who are the Knights?
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.
Membership Benefits
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.
The Father Judge Council offers many services to its members, St Anthony’s parish and the greater Huntington community. It is supported in providing these services by associated groups to include Columbiettes, Squires, Ladies Auxiliary and Little Knights.
How to join
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. They are also available at Father Judge Hall.
If you are interested in supporting the Catholic church as a member of the Father Judge Council, please contact Ed Perillo at (631) 754-8606. If you want to email, click here and we will get your message to Ed. Please include your phone number.
4th Degree
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. The Fourth Degree for the Father Judge Council is Rich Fitzgerald. You can reach him at 631-368-7584.
Columbiettes
The Columbiettes are a unified body of Catholic women who work side-by-side with the Knights of Columbus to promote the ideals of Columbianism. The Father Thomas A. Judge Columbiettes were founded in October 1993. Our meetings are held on the third Thursday of the month starting at 7:30 p.m. Our dues are presently $15.00 per year. Membership is open to Catholic women over 18. The benefits of membership are many, spiritual, social, educational and moral. We are a volunteer and fraternal order that makes charitable contributions and performs many diverse services for and to the community. Some of the organizations and charitable works supported by the Father Thomas A. Judge Columbiettes are: 3-D Transcription for the Blind Program; Birthright; St. Joseph’s Guest Home; Pennies for Priests; and Nickels for Nuns.
The Columbiette emblem that you see above is a blue circle representing the world. The rays emanating from the cross represent our zeal to serve God through the mediums of faith, hope and charity, symbolized by three white stars underneath the cross. If you are interested in becoming a member visit the Columbiettes page.
Ladies Auxiliary
The Ladies Auxiliary works with the knights in support of activities and charitable works. In all councils, they support the knights through
- Fundraising
- Charitable Works
- Sales and Special events
At the Father Judge Council, the Ladies auxiliary often takes the initiative In support of Pro-life and charitable events.
Columbian Squires
The Columbian Squires is the official youth organization of the Knights of Columbus, open to any Catholic young man between the ages of 10 and 17. Squires’ activities are many, including spiritual and active service for the Church and local community. Each circle elects officers from their own rank, teaching qualities of leadership and responsibility. Fr. Judge Council serves as sponsor for Bro. Peter Dawson Circle 3047. For more information on the Columbian Squires, visit their page or contact Chief Squire Michael Adam at (631) 404-5593 or michael_adam@verizon.net.
Little Knights
The Little Knights is open to boys and girls between the ages of 6 and 12. They gather on the fourth Saturday of each month from 10 AM to 12 Noon at the council hall for fun and games. The Council motto “WE ARE FAMILY” is always encouraged and parents are welcome to participate with their children. For more information on joining the
Little Knights go to their page or call Tony D’Angelis at Tony D’Angelis at 631-261-2201.