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Become a Knight in Shining Armor
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Awarded for service to the Order with distinction during the first year of membership, the Shining Armor Award is given to first-year brothers that exemplify what a true Knight of Columbus Brother is. To qualify for the Shining Armor Award, first-year brothers must complete the following during their first year of membership:

1. Participate in 3 or more council activities or projects. Visit the home page to view the current activities and projects.

2. Attend 3 or more Council 9964 Business Meetings. The Temecula Valley Council normally meets the first Tuesday of every month at 6:00 p.m. for dinner in DiLeo Hall at St. Catherine Catholic Church. The Business Meeting is called to order at 7:30 p.m. in Room L4 and usually closes before 9:00 p.m.

3. Receive the honors of Knighthood in the Third Degree. Visit the home page to view the exemplification dates.

4. Meet with the Field Agent of Council 9964. The Field Agent will contact all new brothers and schedule an in-home appointment for the family.

5. Recruit one or more new member.

Non first-year brothers can qualify for the Shining Armor Award by completing the requirements above and recruiting two or more new members in one year.

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