4th Degree Knights Honored For Promoting Patriotism

NORWALK, Conn. - Knights of Columbus Bishop Fenwick 4th Assembly #100 has been awarded the Supreme Council's Civic Award for the third year in a row. The Assembly is comprised of Fourth Degree Knights from various councils in Norwalk, New Canaan,Wilton, Westport and Weston.
The Assembly was presented with the award by Connecticut District Master Allyn Temple at the 4thDegree Exemplification banquet at Testo’s Catering Hall in Bridgeport. In addition the Assembly welcomed 12 new Sir Knights as they were exemplified at St Andrew Church earlier that day. In total the District of Connecticut welcomed 63 new Sir Knights to the ranks of the Patriotic 4th Degree of the Order.
The Supreme Civic Award is presented as a tribute to the spirit of patriotism and national pride exemplified in the patriotic activities conducted by all 4th Degree Assemblies. "Our #1 goal as an Assembly is to promote patriotism, support our veterans and first responders, and defend our Catholic faith," said Faithful Navigator George Ribellino, Jr. Assembly 100 is very active in such events as Columbus Day, Veterans Day and Memorial Day activities, raising money for Veterans organizations including Homes for the Brave, American Legion, VA Hospital, DAV Stamford and Fisher House CT and paying tribute to those men and women who have and still protect our freedoms in the United States. “I am so proud of the members of the Assembly for their hard work and dedication,” said Ribellino
In addition Knights of Columbus Bishop Fenwick Assembly 100 hosted its Third Annual Patriot Dinner on Saturday May 11, 2018 which benefited Female Soldiers: Forgotten Heroes in Bridgeport. The fundraiser dinner took place at the Knights Hall at St. Ann Club on 16 Hendricks Ave in Norwalk which was a sellout. Female Soldiers: Forgotten Heroes (FS: FH) is Connecticut's first and only community-based transitional home exclusively for homeless female Veterans and their young children. Housed at the Nicholas A. Madaras Home, FS: FH provides ten beds for female Veterans and five beds, when available, for their young children. Since opening in 2011, the program helps female Veterans by meeting their needs for a safe, secure home and adequate food, and by empowering residents to move forward with their long-term goals: obtaining permanent housing, achieving financial stability, and working toward greater self-determination. Each resident works with a Case Manager to develop personal, housing, and employment goals. ABRI vocational staff coach residents in the job search process, including resume writing, interview techniques, computer training, and other life skills. The dinner raised more than $1500. In addition, the Assembly assisted the youth in the city of Norwalk by donating equipment and t-shirts to the Norwalk Public Safety Cadets since they helped with the serving, set up and clean up for the Patriot Dinner.
Ribellino went on to say, “It is such an honor to assist our Veterans and our youth in the community. Seeing a packed house of guests that were there to enjoy a nice meal and companionship while helping others is something I will always cherish.”
Knights of Columbus Bishop Fenwick Assembly 100 4th Degree Knights of Columbus, is based in Norwalk, CT since 1914. The Fourth Degree is the outgrowth and culmination of the desire of the Members to manifest their love for country and pride in their Catholic American heritage. In 1882, the Reverend Michael J. McGivney had founded the Knights of Columbus to provide mutual aid and assistance to its members and their families. At that time the Order had only three Degrees exemplifying the principles of Charity, Unity and Fraternity. In compliance with the wishes of the body as a whole, the national board of directors met in August 1899 and approved the addition of a Fourth Degree to the work of the Knights of Columbus. The new ritual was adopted on the 9th of December and went into effect in 1900 with its primary purpose to foster the spirit of patriotism through the demonstration of one's love for its country and by responsible citizenship. It is the highest Degree in the Knights of Columbus, giving a greater knowledge and appreciation for our Catholic heritage. For more information, go to Assembly100.org.