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About Knights of St. John International

Roman Catholic Union of the Knights of St. John Circa 1897

The Knights of St. John International (KSJI) is a Catholic fraternal organization with a rich history. Founded in 1879 by the Venerable Brother James Bonaventure Coyle, the order originated in Mobile, Alabama, USA. Its primary mission is to promote spiritual growth, charity, and fraternity among its members, while also contributing to the broader community. The order takes inspiration from the historical Knights of St. John of Jerusalem, an ancient Christian military order that played a significant role during the medieval period. The modern KSJI, however, is a non-military organization that focuses on charitable works, community service, and fostering a sense of brotherhood among its members. Over the years, the Knights of St. John International has expanded globally, with councils and assemblies established in various countries. The organization emphasizes the principles of faith, unity, and charity. Members are encouraged to engage in charitable activities, support the Church, and uphold the values of Catholicism. While the Knights of St. John International is rooted in Catholic traditions, it has evolved to address contemporary issues and challenges. The organization continues to be active in supporting various charitable causes, promoting Catholic values, and fostering a sense of community among its members.

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Our Mandate

To inculcate Christian principles

To encourage the practice of civic virtues

To develop better conceptions of public duty

To infuse into human society a broader and loftier morality

About KSJI Port Harcourt

Who we are We are a family apostolate and a fraternal organization in the Roman Catholic Church; incorporated in New York, United States of America on May 6, 1886 and came to Nigeria in 1976. KSJI exists in all the Catholic Dioceses in Nigeria under the supervision of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), mainly to propagate and defend the Christian faith as presented by the Catholic Church. We do this by exemplifying the compassion of God through charitable works of mercy.

Purpose (a) To cultivate a love amongst its members of the Roman Catholic Church, its rituals and ceremonies, and a desire to advance the spiritual and material interests of the church. (b) To promote a more generous and filial respect for the spiritual authority of the Church. (c) To encourage and develop the spirit of love of country and its institutions, and to extend to the world the spirit of goodwill. (d) To support the church through training of the Priest/Religious. (e) To undertake works of charity and mercy by taking care of the less privileged, the oppressed and needy members of the society.

Our Patron Saint St John the Baptist the patron Saint of Knights of St. John International (KSJI) was the forerunner of Jesus Christ. He was bold, humble, courageous and chivalrous. He preached Repentance (Luke 3:7-9), Charity (Luke 3:10-11), Honesty and Uprightness (Luke 3:12). He also preached against violence, Extortion and Intimidation (Luke 3:13 – 14a) as well as admonished us on being content with our wages (Luke 3:14b).

Outlook KSJI is paramilitary in outlook

Progression in Order

The degrees of progression in KSJI are in 5 stages and there is a lesson taught in each degree:  
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The KSJI Logo both Knights and Ladies Auxiliary is the Maltase Cross which has eight sides and thus, represents the Eight Beatitudes:

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