When knighthood was in flower, knights carried the sword to defend their God, their Church, their country and their fellow man according to the code of chivalry. Today, Sir Knights wear regalia and carry the sword to honor Christ and His apostles, especially on religious and civic occasions specified in this manual. Hence, the primary purpose of the Fourth Degree is to encourage active Catholic citizenship and foster the spirit of patriotism in members and the community at large.
The Color Corps members exemplify all the principles of our Order:
The public appearance of Fourth Degree Knights as a Color Corps at religious and civic functions is an important activity of each assembly. Their colorful capes and chapeaux add dignity and the pride of Church and country to any event. By these public demonstrations their loyalties bring credit to themselves and to the Knights of Columbus.
The Color Corp are the official escort of high ranking clergy at Church and Archdiocese events. The Color Corp stand guard at member funeral visitation and escort at funeral if requested by family.
Supreme Master | S.M. |
Vice Supreme Master | V.S.M. |
Master of the District | M.F.D. |
Marshall | M. |
Faithful Navigator | F.N. |
Color Corps Commander | C.C.C. |
Color Corps | C.C. |
Color Guard | C.G. |
Honor Guard | H.G. |
Any 4th degree member IN GOOD STANDING can order their regalia from The English Company (800-444-5632 or Lynch & Kelly (lynchkelly.com) 888-548-3890. You will need to provide your hat size for the chapeau and a measurement from the base of your neck to the middle of your knee for the cape. You must also own a tuxedo.
Contact Brother Albert Massey for more information.