BECOMING A KNIGHT OF THE ORDER OF LORRAINE

A Sacred Vocation of Faith, Honor, and Christian Chivalry

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Our story

Knighthood is one of the most solemn and meaningful callings within our Church.

It is not a title or achievement — it is a spiritual vocation defined by service, virtue, compassion, and unwavering devotion to Christ.

To pursue knighthood is to embrace:

• A life of honor and integrity

• Courage in the face of injustice

• Compassion toward the vulnerable

• Service rooted in humility

• Fidelity to Christ and His Church

• The virtues of Christian chivalry

• Commitment to the Cross of Lorraine as a symbol of truth and mercy

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Value Of Knighthood

To pursue knighthood is to embrace:

• A life of honor and integrity

• Courage in the face of injustice

• Compassion toward the vulnerable

• Service rooted in humility

• Fidelity to Christ and His Church

• The virtues of Christian chivalry

• Commitment to the Cross of Lorraine as a symbol of truth and mercy

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THE PATHWAY TO KNIGHTHOOD

1. Inquiry & Discernment

Begin with prayerful reflection and conversation with clergy.

2. Commitment to Membership

Active participation in worship, teaching, and ministries of the Order.

3. Chivalric Formation & Instruction

Training in Christian chivalry, Scripture, doctrine, ethics, and spiritual discipline.

4. Service Requirement

Acts of charity, ministry support, and compassionate outreach.

5. Investiture Ceremony

A solemn ceremony of blessing, vows, and conferral of mantle or insignia.

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