The Knights of Columbus Council 3548 are Catholic gentlemen committed to the exemplification of charity, unity, fraternity, patriotism, and defense of the priesthood. Our council is located in Norfolk, Virginia right in the heart of Ocean View.

Catholic values are rooted in our strong bonds of family life. The Knights of Columbus supports these values through family and youth activities. We join together for many occasions to celebrate closeness with one another. We strongly support our community and our Church.

We ask you to browse our website to learn more about what it means to be a Knight, the activities we offer and how you and your family can benefit by joining our Brotherhood.
HISTORY
The Knights of Columbus began in 1882, when Father McGivney and a small group of pioneering Catholics founded a society designed to provide much needed security for widows and orphans of Catholic parishioners. The original idea grew quickly, becoming an order of Catholic men and their families, dedicated to promoting the concepts of charity, unity, fraternity and patriotism. Today There are more than a million and a half members in over 12,500 local councils.

Over the years the Knights of Columbus has become a diverse organization. Its members belong to many races. They speak many languages. But, like in any large family, their common bonds provide strength and their diversity is an asset in searching for ways to make every day better and they work hard to make it happen.

Family is paramount in the Knights of Columbus. All Knights of Columbus programs allow families to work together, involving everyone to aid their Church, their community and one another. Knights help the church. Making sure the Catholic Church remains vigorous and undiminished is one of the primary missions of the Knights of Columbus.