KNIGHTS OF THE SOUTHERN CROSS TASMANIA |

Who are the
Knights of the Southern Cross?:
The Knights of the Southern Cross
(KSC) is a National organisation of Catholic laymen banded together under
a charter approved by the Catholic Bishops of Australia.
Our history and traditions
date back to our origin in 1919 in Sydney when the Knights were founded
to improve the economic well-being and standing of Catholics in the community.
Today our charter is much
the same although our emphasis is now directed towards instilling and maintaining
Christian values throughout Australia.
Branches operate in many Catholic
Parishes throughout Tasmania and membership is open to all Catholic men
over the age of 18. Membership enquiries are welcomed.
Objects of
the Knights of the Southern Cross:
To promote the advancement of Australia
To foster the Christian way of life
throughout the Nation.
To promote the welfare of its members
and their families.
To encourage social and intellectual
activities amongst its members.
To conduct and support educational,
charitable, religious, and social welfare work.
Education and
support of Catholic Priests:
Each year
in Hobart the Knights
Southern Cross
Care (Tasmania) Inc.:
A major charitable
activity of the Knights is the operation of Southern Cross Care in Tasmania
providing aged care services in nursing homes, hostels
News -
August - 2005.pdf
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further information about the Knights of the Southern Cross (Tasmania),
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