The Confraternity of Penitents is a worldwide private Catholic Association of the Faithful headquartered in the Diocese of Providence, Rhode Island, USA, with the permission of Bishop Robert Mulvee. The Confraternity's Rule of Life has been reviewed by the Diocese of Providence and deemed acceptable to be lived by the laity in their own homes. The members of the Confraternity are totally in line with the teachings of the Pope and the Magisterium. We have a four year formation program which can be completed in local gatherings or via internet instruction or postal mail.
The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic men's fraternal benefit society that was formed to render financial aid to members and their families. Mutual aid and assistance are offered to sick, disabled and needy members and their families. Social and intellectual fellowship is promoted among members and their families through educational, charitable, religious, social welfare, war relief and public relief works.
