Fourth Degree Knighthood
About the Fourth Degree
The Knights of Columbus 4th Degree Exemplification is the formal, ceremonial initiation into the Patriotic Degree. Family, friends, fellow parishioners, and guests are highly encouraged to attend.
Please complete and print the form below. You will need to submit a signed copy to your Financial Secretary at your next council meeting and not later than 2 weeks prior to the exemplification.
Laws and Rules Governing the Fourth Degree (PDF)
Color Corps
The public appearance of Fourth Degree Knights as a Color Corps at religious and civic functions is an important activity for each assembly. They 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.
– Fourth Degree Color Corps Drill Manual (PDF)
The Color Corps (C.C.) has two sub-groups, the Color Guard (C.G.) and the Honor Guard (H.G.). The Color Guard consists of the flag bearers and at least two members of the Honor Guard who escort the colors. The Honor Guard consists of members of the Color Corps who have mastered the Manual of the Sword.
Color Guard
The Color Guard consists of the Flag Bearer(s) and Flag Guard(s). In all cases when a C.G. is used it will lead
the H.G. during both the processional and recessional.
Honor Guard
The Honor Guard consists of members of the Color Corps who have mastered the Manual of the Sword.
Assemblies
The Knights of Columbus Galveston-Houston Chapter encompasses 31 Assemblies of Fourth Degree Knights. For listings and contact information for these assemblies, please see the Fourth Degree Documents:
First District of Texas Leadership
“Leadership through Commitment”
SK Robert A. Alcala
District Master
Rev. SK Mark Hebert
District Friar
Rev. SK Houston Okonma
Associate District Friar
SK J. David Keating, PFN
District Secretary “Chief of Staff”
SK Doug Thomas
District Comptroller
SK David Lambrix, FN
District Quartermaster
SK Paul D. Bettge, FDM
Exemplar Corps Coordinator
SK Johnny Salinas
Coordinator of Liturgy
SK Sam Gargis
Coordinator of Exemplification Certificates
SK Kevin McDonough, PFN
Lead District Marshal
SK Jim Langford, FDD
District Marshal Coordinator
SK Jack Black, PFN
District Marshal
SK Michael Melancon, PFN
District Marshal
SK William Prindiville, PFN
District Marshal
SK Jason Kelley, FDD
District Marshal
SK Teddy Cuaping, CGC
District Marshal
SK John Williams, PFN
District Marshal
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District Marshal
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District Marshal
SK James A. Hatcher, FDD
Former District Master (2022-2026)
SK Ken Oradiegwu
Former District Master (2018-2022)
SK Michael Gallagher
Former District Master (2014-2018)
SK Harry Hunter
Former District Master (2012-2014)
SK Peter Tan
Former District Master (2008-2012)
SK Joseph L. Galvan
Former District Master (2004-2007)
SK James W. Collins
Former District Master (2000-2004, 2007)
SK Frederick R. Guillory
Former District Master (1996-2000)
SK Paul D. Bettge
Former District Master (1993-1996)
Events
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4th Degree Exemplification
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FeaturedChrist the Redeemer Catholic Church 11507 Huffmeister Road, Houston, TX, United StatesThis will be one of the largest 4th Degree Exemplifications in the First District of Texas. Make sure you mark it on your calendar and also consider inviting a 3rd […]
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4th Degree Turnout: Exemplification
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Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church 11507 Huffmeister Road, Houston, TX, United StatesSir Knights are invited to Turnout for the Exemplification of Patriotism, to be held on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at Christ the Redeemer Church, 11507 Hoffmeister Rd., Houston, 77065. New […]
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