Knights of Columbus in the Philippines


	Knights of Columbus in the Philippines

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10-26-2009 10:35 PM

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The emblem of the Order of the Knights of Columbus shows a shield mounted upon the Formed Cross which is the representation of a traditionally artistic design of the Cross of Christ. This then represents the Catholic Spirit of the Order.

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