What are the Guidelines for Liturgical Participation by the Knights of Columbus?
The role of the Knights of Columbus in liturgical celebrations is strictly speaking not a liturgical one. However, their participation is appreciated. Over the years, the Knights of Columbus have been of great support in the life of the Church – in our parishes, in our archdiocese and in our nation. The following guidelines are offered for the participation of the Knights of Columbus at liturgies in the Archdiocese of Seattle: GUIDELINE 1 The Knights of Columbus take part in liturgical celebrations only when advance permission (preferably ten days prior) has been received from the pastor, or priest in charge of the ceremony. For archdiocesan liturgies, the advance permission is given by the Archbishop but the Knights are directed by the Archdiocesan Director for Liturgy GUIDELINE 2 At the liturgical celebration, the Knights of Columbus may form an honor guard for the procession into the Church as well as the procession out of the Church. No swords may be presented at any time. This is
