Welcome to the St. Frances X. Cabrini Council 9679. In service to One, In service to all. The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic fraternal service organization. Founded by Father Michael J. McGivney in New Haven, Connecticut, in 1882, it was named in honor of the mariner Christopher Columbus. Our Council is situated in beautiful Yucaipa, California. Our core principles are a commitment to Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism.