How to Join
If you are a practical Catholic man, age 18 or older, we welcome you to join the leading organization of Catholic laymen.
Being a Knight is more than camaraderie; it is being involved with your community; it is supporting your local Catholic Church, while enhancing your own faith; it is about protecting and enhancing your family life. Come see just what we are all about and take the first steps to enhance your personal life by viewing the segment, "Why Join?"
It is likely that there is a local council near you. Applicants must apply to their local council located at a parish, college campus or in the community. Here are a number of ways to find a council.
Contact your local parish office. Often your parish will have its own local council. If not, your parish priest or parish office should be aware of the nearest council in the area.
Contact your campus minister on your college or university campus.
Look in the Yellow Pages. Local Knights of Columbus councils are normally listed under the "Clubs and Organizations" section in the phone book listings.
Ask a friend in the Knights for help.
Find A Council. This feature will give a list of councils in your area. The local Bowling Green chapter can be reached by calling (270) 784-6488 or contacting via email at grandknight@bgkofc.org.
Kentucky Knights Council Directory
Call the Supreme Council at (203) 752-4044.
If you are interested in joining the Knights of Columbus, please complete our inquiry form. We will provide your information to a local unit in your area with the request that they contact you.
Why Join the Knights of Columbus?
Imagine being part of an organization that fills your heart and your mind with the joy of giving to others and the feeling that comes with making a difference.
Knights are Catholic men, 18 years of age and older, who are committed to making their community a better place, while supporting their Church. Being a Knight is more than camaraderie; it is being involved with your community; it is supporting your local Catholic Church, while enhancing your own faith; it is about protecting and enhancing your family life.
For an inspiring look at what it means to be part of the Knights of Columbus, see the Supreme Council's video introduction, "In Service to One. In Service to All" (running time, 30 seconds).
The Supreme Council's eight-page Overview Booklet (pdf, 415k) gives additional information about what it means to be a member of the Knights of Columbus.
Hear what Knights have to say in their own words about their membership in the world's largest Catholic family service organization. "Experience of a Lifetime" (running time, 14 min.).
