St. Martin de Porres ~ Knights of Peter Claver

The Knights of Peter Claver organization was originally founded on November 7, 1909, in Mobile, Alabama to provide meembership in a Catholic fraternal society to men of color. Today, 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 of Catholic Knights.
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.”

           Grand Knight Rick Harrison
           Chaplain                                                        Fr. Michael Okere
           Secretary
          Treasurer

Knights of Peter Claver Ladies' Auxilliary Grand Lady Valerie Parrish

Junior Knights of Peter Claver Junior Knight Commander Frankey House

Junior Daughters of the Knights of Peter Claver Junior Daughter Counselor Marion Alexander

Junior Grand Lady Kaviana Wise

Advisor Fr. Michael Okere

Applications for membership are available in the church vestibule.