Knights of Peter Claver

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Knights of Peter Claver and Catholic Order of Foresters offer spiritual, service, and social opportunities to their members and communities.

The page provides printed marketing and recruitment materials for the Order.

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Knights of Peter Claver, Inc. lists its national office contact number as (504) 821-4225.

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The Order was founded by four priests and three lay members of the Diocese of Mobile.

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The **Knights of Peter Claver** celebrate their **Ladies Auxiliary’s 100th anniversary** during their **110th national convention** in Houston, drawing around **1,000 attendees**. The event also includes **national office elections** and highlights Texas as a key region for the fraternal order. The gathering marks a milestone for the organization’s history and leadership transition.

Jul 2026Black Catholic MessengerNews article

The Knights of Peter Claver and its Ladies Auxiliary are hosting a joint national convention in Maryland, combining their senior and junior gatherings for the second time. The event brings together the nation’s largest Black Catholic organization’s membership tiers in a single location.

Jul 2025Black Catholic MessengerNews article

Dorothy Dempsey attends the **Knights and Ladies of Peter Claver’s Central States District conference**, an annual gathering in **St. Louis** that brings together hundreds of members for service projects, fellowship, and spiritual reflection. The event emphasizes community engagement and faith-based activities among participants. The article highlights the organization’s role in fostering connections through shared purpose and religious devotion.

Apr 2024Black Catholic MessengerNews article

The **Knights of Peter Claver** and **Ladies Auxiliary** held their first-ever joint national convention for senior and junior members in **New Orleans** from July 13–19. The event marked a milestone for the organizations, uniting their memberships under one platform at their national headquarters. The convention included programming for both senior and junior divisions, reflecting a collaborative approach to their shared mission.

Jul 2023Black Catholic MessengerNews article