St. Martin de Porres Knights of Peter Claver
The Knights of Peter Claver is an organization that was originally founded on November 7, 1909, in Mobile, Alabama as an organization to allow men of color membership in a Catholic fraternal society. Now it is an organization that welcomes all Catholics to join. Headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, the Order is comprised of over 18,000 Catholic family members and is a member of the International Alliance Catholic Knights.
The some of the primary goals of the Order include support for local parishes and bishops, the promotion of civic improvements and social justice, the awarding of scholarships, and the development of youth in a “positive, nurturing environment.”
Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies Auxillary at St. Martin de Porres
Grand Knight | Rick Harrison |
Grand LadyChaplain | Valerie Parrish Fr. Michael Okere |
Junior Knights of Peter Claver at St. Martin de Porres
Junior Knight Commander | Frankey House |
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Junior Daughters of Knights of Peter Claver at St. Martin de Porres
Junior Daughter Counselor | Marion M. Alexander |
Junior Grand Lady | Kaviana M. Wise |
Fr. Michael Okere | |
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Treasurer |
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Applications for members to become a Jr. Daughter are located in the rear of the Church. Contact Ms. Marion Maurice Alexander at 803-755-1945.