Membership in the Knights of Columbus is open to practical Catholic men in union with the Holy See, who are at least 18 years old. A practical Catholic is one who lives up to the Commandments of God and the precepts of the Church. Application blanks are available from any member of the Knights of Columbus.

Applications can also be picked up at the Council. For more information call 709-726-1452.

Any Third Degree member in good standing, six months after the anniversary of his First Degree, is eligible for membership in the Fourth Degree. The primary purpose of the Fourth Degree is to foster the spirit of patriotism by promoting responsible citizenship and a love of and loyalty to the Knights' respective countries through active membership in local Fourth Degree groups (called "assemblies"). Certain members of the Fourth Degree serve as honor guards at civic and religious functions, an activity that has brought worldwide recognition to the Knights of Columbus.

The Archbishop Howley Assembly, led by Faithful Navigator Sir Knight John Byrne, is very active in the area of religious activites. The Honor Guard is called upon from time to time to take part in such activites as Rosaries and attend funerals for deceased Sir Knights.

The Assembly holds its meetings on the first Thursday of every month at the Terra Nova Council at 8:30 p.m.

Applications for membership in the Assembly can be picked up at the Terra Nova Council. For more information call 709-726-1452

The Ladies Auxiliary's main function is to SUPPORT the men and the council. They do this primarily by providing help at events, cooking for events and providing monetary help. They also generally do help with setting up and beautifying the hall for events.

Under the guidance of Christian Brother Barnabas McDonald (1865-1929), the first Columbian Squires circle was instituted in 1925. Membership in the Squires is for Catholic boys between the ages of 10 and 17. Squires' activities are many, varying from spiritual to active service for the Church and community. Each circle elects officer members from their own rank, teaching skills of leadership and responsibility.

The William J. Ashley Memorial Circle #1803 currently received its Charter on April 4, 1965. The Circle has receive the Brother Barnabas Award for its' work with the Cabot Habitat for Humanity and has received back to back Corps d'Elite awards for its Program activies. The Circle is very active and is often called upon to lend assistance in Council, Community and Church activities.