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I’m currently working abroad right now. When I return in April, I’m thinking of joining the Knights of Columbus.

My only worry is, I met with them before leaving to explore the possibility of joining and it seems that our council is mostly made up of men with established careers and families. I’m a recent graduate, and although I’m currently working abroad on an internship, I’ve yet to start a career. Furthermore, I’m single and don’t have a family.

On the one hand, I like the service projects our council is involved in, I like the aspect of being more involved around the parish, and lastly I like the idea of the camaraderie of being in a Catholic fraternal organization with like-minded men.

The only thing that worries me is that because of my age and relative inexperience in life, I might somehow get pushed to the background or something. What do you guys think?
 
I would think they would be pleased to have someone younger and with more free time (no family obligations) to be an active member. And in addition to being able to serve, you’ll reap the benefits of having men established in their careers, marriages and faith to mentor and guide you as you mature.
 
GSUEagle said:
I’m currently working abroad right now. When I return in April, I’m thinking of joining the Knights of Columbus.

My only worry is, I met with them before leaving to explore the possibility of joining and it seems that our council is mostly made up of men with established careers and families. I’m a recent graduate, and although I’m currently working abroad on an internship, I’ve yet to start a career. Furthermore, I’m single and don’t have a family.

On the one hand, I like the service projects our council is involved in, I like the aspect of being more involved around the parish, and lastly I like the idea of the camaraderie of being in a Catholic fraternal organization with like-minded men.

The only thing that worries me is that because of my age and relative inexperience in life, I might somehow get pushed to the background or something. What do you guys think?
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A few months back, a knight talked at the end of mass. His comment was, they need more YOUTH. Go for it.
 
Many Catholic universities have a KoC chapter and some secular have nearby councils associated with the university. The KoC Is like the freemasons, in the sense that membership in these fraternities is aging.
 
I have been a member of St. Croix Council 1762 in NW Wisconsin for over 40 years. We have been awarded Star Council Award for several years because we are a very active council and recognized for our service to the community and our parish. Without our younger members that would not be possible. We old guys run out of steam after awhile and it is the young men who keep us moving (the rockin chair looks so good at this stage of life.) Join up, be active we need you to help u live out our Ideals of Faithfulness, Fraternity, Patriotism and Charity.
 
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What do you guys think?
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I think you are overthinking it. Just go, join, and meet people.

Don’t walk in with expectations that you will be treated differently. Walk in with the expectation you will meet new people, make friends, and work together in service.
 
GSUEagle said:
I’m currently working abroad right now. When I return in April, I’m thinking of joining the Knights of Columbus.

My only worry is, I met with them before leaving to explore the possibility of joining and it seems that our council is mostly made up of men with established careers and families. I’m a recent graduate, and although I’m currently working abroad on an internship, I’ve yet to start a career. Furthermore, I’m single and don’t have a family.

On the one hand, I like the service projects our council is involved in, I like the aspect of being more involved around the parish, and lastly I like the idea of the camaraderie of being in a Catholic fraternal organization with like-minded men.

The only thing that worries me is that because of my age and relative inexperience in life, I might somehow get pushed to the background or something. What do you guys think?
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Join with no worries. I was 20 when I joined, still in collage with no career. I was made treasurer and then later I became grand knight. There were only 4 of us that were in our twenties. Believe me they want to see you succeed. You will not be pushed back. At least in my council that is what I experienced back in 1983.

May the Holy Spirit guide you.

jesus g
 
I am only 17 and intend on joining my local council at my parish once i’m eligible in february. Yea it seems that it is mostly middle-aged men but what the heck i am looking forward to it. Good luck and i hope you join too.
 
  • An awful lot of renewal type movements have come and mostly gone in the last 50 years. But the K of C just keeps moving along, not exciting but steady. No one - NO ONE - has more consistently supported prolife, the family, and religious liberty than the K of C.
  • I don’t believe the average age is going up or down much from what I read. But the age range varies widely from place to place. When you support the K of C, you help make it possible for them to reach other young people in various ways.
  • Yes, the older men can sometimes dominate a council, as they do at times in mine. But they aren’t really that rigid. They can be persuaded to adopt new ideas. As far as socially, I have found it valuable to make friends with people who are of a different age than me. (It’s only in recent years that it became “odd” in our culture to have older or younger friends or communicate outside your own generation. The K of C doesn’t segregate the generations.) I learned from the old guys, and I hope they, and the very young guys, learned from me.
  • I have belonged to other kinds of renewal groups, which attract only people who are already very religious Catholics. The K of C takes Catholic men (and families) some of whom are average Catholics or some very religious, and brings them together, and brings them all closer to Christ.
  • If your council is active, they will have events in which you will interact with their sons and daughters. It really is a family thing, even if only the one man is a member. If it’s not active, help it get active.
I’m proud to be a Knight of Columbus.
 
1ke said:
I think you are overthinking it. Just go, join, and meet people.

Don’t walk in with expectations that you will be treated differently. Walk in with the expectation you will meet new people, make friends, and work together in service.
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Concur.

tee
 
Definitely join. We Knights accept any baptized Catholic man who is living in accordance with the precepts of the Catholic Church. I’ve been a Knight for over 10 years, joining when I was 23 or 24 years old - before I was married; in fact, before I met my wife. One of the officers in my council is in his twenties, and the insurance agent here is in his late 20’s/early 30’s. Yes, most Knights are older, but that’s more due to increased participation in the Church overall coming from older people. Our primary mission is supporting all aspects of the Church, and especially Christian family life.
 
GSUEagle said:
I’m currently working abroad right now. When I return in April, I’m thinking of joining the Knights of Columbus.

The only thing that worries me is that because of my age and relative inexperience in life, I might somehow get pushed to the background or something. What do you guys think?
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Don’t hesitate. The Knights cherish young and old members. I joined at age 66 and have enjoyed the fellowship of our Council, members aged 20 to 80+. Like minded, practical (practicing) Catholics. Each of bring our own desires to the table. Feed the hungry, clothe the naked, visit the sick. We’ve got it all, and need you to continue our works.

Vivat Jesu
 
GSUEagle said:
The only thing that worries me is that because of my age and relative inexperience in life, I might somehow get pushed to the background or something. What do you guys think?
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Also: If you do get pushed to the background, just fight your way back up to the front.

I have been involved with more than one volunteer organization, not unique to the KofC, where the “old guard” can simultaneously take new members for granted, “pushing them to the background”, *and *complain that new members don’t participate. :whacky:
If you ask me, folks shouldn’t be allowed to do both of those at the same time, but it seems to happen :twocents:

tee
 
On the contrary, your relative youth, energy and enthusiasm will be welcomed. Just go for it. I didn’t join until I was 70, and wish I’d done it when I was 20.
GSUEagle said:
I’m currently working abroad right now. When I return in April, I’m thinking of joining the Knights of Columbus.

My only worry is, I met with them before leaving to explore the possibility of joining and it seems that our council is mostly made up of men with established careers and families. I’m a recent graduate, and although I’m currently working abroad on an internship, I’ve yet to start a career. Furthermore, I’m single and don’t have a family.

On the one hand, I like the service projects our council is involved in, I like the aspect of being more involved around the parish, and lastly I like the idea of the camaraderie of being in a Catholic fraternal organization with like-minded men.

The only thing that worries me is that because of my age and relative inexperience in life, I might somehow get pushed to the background or something. What do you guys think?
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I can only agree with the posts before mine. Follow your heart, join the largest fraternity of Catholic gentleman and become an active member.
 
There should be plenty of opportunities to volunteer with various activities if your council is anything like mine. Be careful. If you show enough eagerness, you could wind up becoming the Grand Knight before very long.
 
I’m 47 (as of today), I’m on of the younger guys in my council. Don’t worry about it. After 2 or 3 meetings you;ll be comfortable…Ive enjoyed my short time with the knights. volunteer when you can and have fun!
 
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