Welcome,
And Thank You for the opportunity to work with you in embracing
the Fourth Degree of the Knights of Columbus, the Strong Right Arm of the Catholic Church. As a previous Master of Michigan District One I was able to see first hand the importance of a structured and orderly Honor Guard presence in the various support functions we provide for Society, the Mother Church, and the Order. As we proceed, we will emphasize appearance and uniformity, building upon the strong foundation of this important service.
I look forward to working with the Strong Leadership of Hennepin Provincial. May God watch over us and Bless the 4th Degree..
Walter Winkle VSM 
Letter from the Supreme Master 
Worthies,
I am very excited to report to you that Sir Knight Jeff Crouch (Supreme Director/PSD SC) was appointed as Supreme Master of the Fourth Degree last Friday at the Board Meeting in Las Vegas.
Jeff is an exceptional, dedicated Knight and friend, and he will do amazing things for the Fourth Degree. He will take command of the Patriotic Arm on November 1st. Meanwhile, I have been promoted to Senior Vice President of Fraternal Mission.
It has been the great honor of my life to lead the Fourth Degree for 3.5 years. With a few rare exceptions, most Supreme Masters have served 2-4 years. Together, we have accomplished great things. Today, the Fourth Degree is 15,000 members stronger than we were in 2019, when the uniform change occurred. I attribute that growth to your continuing dedication.
My apologies for setting and canceling the VSM meeting twice this week, but an attempt was being made to time the announcement of the new Supreme Master appointment which went out from the Supreme Knight today. In the next week, we will reschedule the meeting to properly introduce Supreme Master Crouch.
Vivat Jesus,
Michael
Michael R. McCusker
Supreme Master
Director of Fraternal Mission
Knights of Columbus
One Columbus Plaza
New Haven, CT 06510
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