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A Squires Circle is designed to be run both by and for young men. Through their local circle, Squires work and socialize as a group of friends, gradually developing into Catholic leaders. Squires graduating from the program at age 18 are eligible for college and vocations scholarships offered by the Knights of Columbus Supreme Council office. They are urged to join the Knights to continue their commitment to Columbanism. If you are a Catholic young man, 10 to 18 years old, you should be a member of the Columbian Squires! Purpose Membership in the Columbian Squires means many things to many people. To some it means being part of a worldwide organization of young Catholic men, and to others it means being part of a small parish or community youth group. Some look upon their membership as a chance to change the world through volunteer involvement in the Church and the community; and others look upon membership as a way they can simply help their pastor, neighbor, school or parish. Being a member of the Columbian Squires means all of these things and more. It means being a leader—someone who knows what to do and when to do it. Sometimes, it means showing others the way, and at other times following their lead. Actively participating in programs, serving as an officer, making decisions, attending meetings and conventions—these are the things that Columbian Squires do. Contact For more information about the O'Fallon Columbian Squires Circle, contact Squire Advisor Dan Ashbaker at (618) 632-9064. |
The Columbian Squires
are an organization of more than 20,000 young men who have fun and share
their Catholic faith, help people in need, and enjoy the company of
friends in social, family, athletic, cultural, civic and spiritual
activities. As a Squire, you'll be a member of one of more than 1,300
"circles" located throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, the
Philippines, the Caribbean, and other places where Knights of Columbus
councils are located. Every circle is sponsored by a Knights of Columbus
council, and Knights serve as adult counselors to the group.