4th Degree Knights of Columbus
Eucharistic Congress – Charlotte, NC

Eucharistic Procession

The Eucharistic Procession will begin at 9:00 AM on Saturday, September 12, 2026. Participants should be assembled and ready by 8:30 AM.

Color Guard Uniform (Official Fourth Degree Regalia):

• Uniform Jacket and Pants
• Plain White Dress Shirt (no button-down collar)
• Fourth Degree Tie (Official Uniform Blue)
• PG-113 Lapel Pin only (no flag pins or pins with flags)
• Service Baldric
• Sword
• Beret
• Dress Black Shoes
• White Gloves

Service Baldric / Beret Flash Color Guidelines

• Sir Knights currently serving as a Color Corps Commander or District Marshal should wear the beret color of their current office.
• Sir Knights who currently hold or have previously held the following offices should wear the color of the highest office held:
  • Faithful Navigator
  • District Master
  • Vice Supreme Master

Sir Knights are invited to participate in this public witness of faith and devotion to Our Lord in the Holy Eucharist.

Mass Honor Guard

A Fourth Degree Honor Guard is being organized for the principal Masses and liturgical celebrations of the Eucharistic Congress.

Sir Knights participating in the Honor Guard should be prepared to serve in full Official Fourth Degree Regalia.

Eucharistic Guards

Volunteers are needed to serve as Eucharistic Guards during periods of exposition, procession, and other designated events throughout the Congress.

This ministry provides a visible witness of reverence and respect for the Blessed Sacrament.

Eucharistic Guard Sign-Up:
EUCHARISTIC GUARD SIGN-UP

Adoration Coverage

Sir Knights are invited to commit to a period of prayer before the Blessed Sacrament during the Congress.

Volunteers will assist in ensuring continuous coverage during designated Adoration periods.

Adoration Sign-Up:
ADORATION SIGN-UP

Mini Exemplification for Clergy

A special Fourth Degree Mini Exemplification for Clergy will be conducted during the Eucharistic Congress on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.

This exemplification is intended to provide eligible clergy the opportunity to join the Patriotic Degree of the Knights of Columbus while participating in one of the largest Catholic gatherings in North Carolina.
Fees:

• Clergy: $25.00
• Lay Candidate: $50.00

Location: RM E214

Additional details regarding registration and participation will be announced as they become available.
Registration Sign-Up:
Registration SIGN-UP

Event Information

• Event: Eucharistic Congress
• Dates: September 11–12, 2026
• Location: Charlotte Convention Center
• Address: 501 South College Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
• Eucharistic Procession: Saturday, September 12 at 9:00 AM
• Break Room/ Staging Area: Rm W203
• Mini Exemplification for Clergy: Saturday, September 12 from 1:00 PM–2:00 PM
• Mini Exemplification Location: Rm E214

Join Us

We invite all Sir Knights, clergy, and their families to participate in this extraordinary celebration of the Eucharist. Together we will witness our faith, support our bishops and priests, and continue the mission of the Fourth Degree through patriotism, service, and devotion to Christ.