You will then be seated. placing the candidate in position facing the Esteemed Loyal Knight and
the lodge room and shall direct the examining officer accordingly. Mighty God, thank you that you hear and answer our prayers. When you have signed our roster and received your
It is amazing to me that the Lord of the Universe would take time to listen to me and to care about what I say. May your angels go before us and clear the way so that we can reach home safely. brothers and the following portions relative to visitors may be omitted. Chaplain (an appointed position) Stationed to the left of the Exalted Ruler during Lodge meetings, he/she recites the opening and closing prayers, and performs the duties required by the Laws of the Order and By Laws of the Lodge. For Elks on stand-by to say a prayer, Cassidy is also the author of a two-volume prayer book set, which includes of love. 108109 Schmidt's main source is James R. Nicholson and Lee A. Donaldson. In my struggle, I reach out for the help that only you can give. Initiation, This ritual was adopted by the Grand Lodge in 1979. Event organizer Marcy Simily, volunteers and those in attendance, enjoyed a wonderful and pleased morning. Otherwise the Lodge Trustees are the governing board. This is the Flag of our country, the emblem of freedom and the symbol
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three raps of the gavel, the members rise and sing America, upon the
Exalted Ruler, your order has
unsullied, the Flag of our country. 1. To him you will exhibit your membership card. All that breathe, Will share thy destiny. home and fireside, If I break this obligation, may I wander through
Fred L Rich, Past Department Chaplain May the Lord bless us and keep us. Morning and noon may pass him by, the light of day sink
Communion with her visible forms, she speaks, Their sharpness, ere he is aware. It softens the stern realities of life and
In the name of Allah, most gracious, most merciful. the world forsaken; may I be pointed out as a being bereft of decency and
Schmidt p. 44 Schmidt's main source is "The Antlers" in James R. Nicholson and Lee A. Donaldson. Bob Sapp, Past Department Chaplain This organization does have an organization above the local level, complete with districts, state organizations and a national "Grand Lodge". I ask this in your name: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The
May herbs be wholesome, and may trees and plants bring peace to all. To assist the Exalted Ruler in conducting the business of the lodge and
"[38][third-party source needed], The Elks have shown their devotion to Americanism by conducting bond drives, promoting civil defense programs and Flag Day observance. Inner Guard (an appointed position) Positioned at the inner door during Lodge meetings, the Inner Guard allows only those qualified to enter. erect with the right hand over the heart. Hear me; I need your strength and wisdom. American Flag, that it may be placed in position of honor at the right of the
O our Father, the Sky, hear us and make us strong.O our Mother the Earth, hear us and give us support.O Spirit of the East, send us your Wisdom.O Spirit of the South, may we tread your path of life.O Spirit of the West, may we always be ready for the long journey.O Spirit of the North, purify us with your cleansing winds. Fidelity implies strict adherence to our obligation
The real benefactor of mankind
be made to conform to the plural. Ruler, and in so doing passes the station of the Esteemed Loyal Knight, placing
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Lord, thank you for their example of bravery and courage. Local groups are called "Subordinate Lodges". Thy people bless, and grant that we may feast in paradise with thee. lodge, the Exalted Ruler shall preside. The BPOE was originally an all-white organization. 928 0 obj<>stream
If there is a large number of candidates they
Posted on August 27, 2016 December 11, . aid those in distress, and by precept and example inculcate the motto of this
Lights should be dimmed. The faults of our brothers we write upon the sand, their virtues upon the
should be more than one candidate, the foregoing and subsequent responses must
his station. As an act of courtesy any one of the
Let there be beauty and strength, power and compassion, honor and humility, mirth and reverence within you. Flag on staff to Esquire): Place this Flag lovingly beside
The Grand Chaplain is also appointed by the Grand Exalted Ruler. The Exalted Ruler, Leading Knight, Loyal Knight and Lecturing Knight are Chair Officers and are members of the House Committee. distress, timorous of doing wrong and fleet of foot to relieve the unfortunate,
As this emblem is first in our hearts as loyal
scatter flowers along lifes pathway and to speak words of kindness to the
CHAPLAIN OF THE YEAR. requires during the initiation, or when so ordered by the Exalted Ruler. The cornerstone was laid July 7, 1924, and the building was officially dedicated on July 14, 1926. its motto is Charity, the cornerstone of every Elk structure, the highest virtue
Help me to remain calm and strong in the face of all that comes towards me. he complied with our laws? Oh God, lead us from death to immortality. An "Elks National Service Commission" was in operation from 1946 to 1950, and the Grand Lodge adopted a "Declaration of American Principles" in 1961 in Miami.[41]. It is strong of limb, fleet of foot, quick
illustrated by the Inner Guard, and the raps of the gavel by the Exalted Ruler
It took another . To receive candidates, prepare them for initiation, act as their guide
of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks closed. National Elks Youtube; . I speak to you of their distress, and
Costs include shipping. Father, This meal is the work of Your hands. You may
The Organist should
Love, family, friendship, have come from You.But the greatest gift of all is Your presence, which time and again has given me strength, faith and courage.Now, in the midst of doubt and confusion, I need to know that You are beside me in the depth of my being. May the land be free from famine. The Lodge Chaplains have a very responsible position in the officer's lines, and the Grand Chaplain stands ready to assist the Lodge Chaplains in any way needed. I charge you to familiarize yourself with their
Amen, Loving and ever-present God, we believe that your grace is sufficient for all things. initiate a step from the altar. Brother Inner Guard, inform the Esquire that the
true and faithful brother among us. [3][a] It was established as a private club to elude New York City laws governing the opening hours of public taverns. accordance with your instructions. [14], More organized are the Benevolent, Patriotic Order of Does who were chartered on February 12, 1921. [37], The Elks pledge that "So long as there are veterans, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will never forget them. Cassidy is the author of a two-volume prayer book set, which includes his first (or classic) edition of Father Cassidy 's Elks Chaplain Prayers and More Elks Chaplain Prayers (or New and Improved Volume II). The Esquire returns to the altar and, before taking the Flag from its
Grant him/her a complete and speedy recoveryhealing of body and healing of soul. Esteemed Loyal Knight, with the assistance of the Esteemed Lecturing
from it. May all be happy. Belief in a Supreme Being became a prerequisite for membership in 1892. Brother Esquire, you will retire to the anteroom, prepare the candidate
The Chaplain, Esquire, Inner Guard and Tiler are appointed by the Exalted Ruler. In this, I assure you, there is nothing which will interfere with
Exalted Ruler and Chaplain
companion be? The 1927 Grand Lodge approved the junior order, granting the Grand Exalted Ruler the power to permit subordinate lodges to instituted organizations for males under 21. the Esquire will step back one pace and then proceed in an orderly manner to the
Master of the Day of Judgment, you do we worship, and your aid do we seek. All other positions are elected. Please say a prayer and remember our members who are ill or experiencing hardship at this time: Jeri Jones; LODGE OF SORROW. 2nd Vice President. Second in command in the absence of the Exalted Ruler. The Exalted Ruler appoints all committees and has general supervision over all matters pertaining to the Lodge. EN. This is to
Esteemed Leading Knight at his station, the organist playing softly the strains
The officers of the Elks vet potential members, conduct the new member . You know their deeds, their hard work, and their perseverance. 926 0 obj <>
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However, the Antlers numbers were decimated during the Second World War, with so many young men having gone off to war. Living or dead, Elks are never forgotten, never forsaken. I will walk in AMAZING Faith this day. The Exalted Ruler is the chairman of the House Committee. May the rulers righteously rule the earth. Ideally, the Knight positions are rotated through the chairs in their respective order and become Exalted Ruler. A Soldier's Prayer. More formal language is used, such as thee, thine, and thou although the practice of prayer is intended to be heartfelt and honest in sharing your emotions with Heavenly Father. candidate to the right and walks with him once around the lodge room As he
Secretary, is a means of identification. The Association was disbanded after the 1907 Grand Lodge passed a resolution banning mutual or insurance features, as well as degrees and auxiliaries. strict performance of the duties of membership; it likewise bestows upon you
ALL Elks are invited to dinner to congratulate these long-time members. To exemplify the motto of this station Brotherly Love. Lodge Chaplain Nancy Jo Hatfield followed with a prayer and ER Norman closed the program. Just as the soft rains fill the streams, pour into the rivers, and join together in the oceans, so may the power of every moment of your goodness flow forth and heal all beings, those here now, those gone before, those yet to come. ascertain from the Secretary whether or not the brother is entitled to remain in
Let the light of Thy
The gay will laugh, When thou art gone the solemn brood of care, Plod on and each one as before will chase. permitted to pass this station unnoticed. For the animal, see. Vocal or instrumental music
True, I come in simple raiment, unannounced,
Leads funeral rites for deceased members. A 2/3 majority of member votes is necessary for acceptance. and Fidelity. impartiality, and it is the duty of the brothers, under their obligation, to
In this rule, which is the foundation and
as may be required by the Esquire. Exalted Ruler for final instruction. Brother Chaplain, you will lead us in prayer. Brother Esquire, yow will now conduct our brother
May the lessons of the evening
The Army of Hope, established in 2003, primarily serves families of deployed service members. be a. member of Lodge, No. To you I come, before you I stand, sinful and sorrowful. confidential matters of this Order which have been, or may hereafter be,
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Save his own dashingsyetthe dead are there; And millions in those solitudes, since first, The flight of years began, have laid them down. Brother Esquire, you will now conduct our brother to the station of the
Exalted Ruler, the candidate is in position. Does your Lodge, District there are no visiting brothers present, the words excepting visiting
Follow this link and click on Flow Chart on the left button bar for an organization flow chart describing the expected duties and oversight of each position described below. laid on high Olympus for all the gods, and thither each did bear the goddess of
[25][26][third-party source needed], The rotunda displays murals and statues illustrating the Elks four cardinal virtues: charity, justice, brotherly love and fidelity. aside, while Greed and Avarice protested loudly that one so poorly dressed
Amen. The Esquire approaches the altar. Has the candidate been duly elected to membership in our Order, and has
All that tread, The globe are but a handful to the tribes, That slumber in its bosom. To guard well the inner door of the lodge, to permit none to enter except
do, you will exhibit your membership card to either the Esteemed Loyal Knight or
It
Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks
have is not in figure nor in form. Lord, thank you for the ones who have given their lives to protect our freedoms. All officers perform other duties as appointed or as required by the Laws of the Order or Lodge By Laws. shall be reported to the Exalted Ruler. present this brother for further instruction. unfaithful, these same hand. Extended Access Shortcuts & Resource Centers Leadership Dashboard News & Reports Lodge Secretaries CLMS2Web Membership System Message Boards Community Discussion Licensed Vendors Elks-related merchandise Classifieds Buy, Sell or Trade By-Laws Revision Revise your Lodge By-Laws Safety & Insurance Keep your lodge safe It shows that you are a member in good
May all beneficent beings bring peace to us. The Rev. English Deutsch Franais Espaol Portugus Italiano Romn Nederlands Latina Dansk Svenska Norsk Magyar Bahasa Indonesia Trke Suomi Latvian Lithuanian esk . admission with American Gentlemen, and when the Exalted Ruler addresses
Whereupon the gods with one acclaim did vote her
Lecturing Knight 3rd Vice President. Third in command in the absence of the Exalted Ruler. The Esquire shall select such assistants as
manifests itself in good fellowship, in sympathy, and in kindness of thought,
Esteemed Lecturing Knight, into your charge and
May the rulers righteously rule the earth. Winsted Lodge No. May there be happiness for all people. The Chaplain, Esquire, Inner Guard and Tiler are appointed by the Exalted Ruler. The Esteemed Lecturing Knight receives the emblem, holding it during his
Exalted Ruler, all present, excepting visiting brothers, have been
The Elks borrowed rites and practices from Freemasonry. The House Committee controls the bar and social quarters of the Lodge. this brother for further instruction. %PDF-1.4
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regalia, and the altar emblems await your command. Taken from Numbers 6:24-26, the Aaronic Blessing is often used as a benediction. May all things be a source of peace to us. After delivering this tribute,
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O Mother of the Word incarnate, despise not my petitions, but, in your mercy, hear and answer me. When thoughts, Of the last bitter hour come like a blight. May the clouds rain at proper time. May men and women of wisdom be fearless. May the One who blessed our forefathers Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and our foremothers Sarah, Rebecca, Rachel, and Leah, bless and heal this person, ____________ the son/daughter of ____________. In all our endeavors for good, lead us and all Elks into the green
(From Gates of Healing 1988 by Central Conference of American Rabbis.). Help me to sustain the hopes of my loved ones as they strive to strengthen and encourage me. May the Holy One, blessed be God, be merciful and strengthen and heal him/her. It is the emblem of this
Oh God,You are peace.From you comes peace,To you returns peace.Revive us with a salutation of peace,And lead us to your abode of peace. Chaplain. Hopes great throbbing star above the darkness of the deadrespect for
door and inform the Tiler that the lodge is opened. Restore our fortunes. The gentle breezes with
", Connect with a professional chaplain who will listen and offer spiritual comfort and support here, Privacy Statement | HealthCare Chaplaincy Network 2018. Lounge Liaison & Chairman of Club Management. Amen. its Flag the symbol of the crowning virtue. Unlike some other lodges, the lights were not extinguished at the end of the ceremony but burned during and after the banquet held for the deceased Elks members who died this year. announced, shall take one step forward and give the hailing sign. In the name of the Order, and on behalf of this lodge, I greet you as
Oversees the electrical needs of the lodge in regards to ceremonial lighting for lodge meetings and initiations. [13][full citation needed] The Elks enforced this resolution through at least the 1970s. entire lodge. States of America and to the Republic for which it stands; one Nation under God,
I ask thee for thy strength and that I am able to feel thy love surrounding me even closer. My brother, the emblem of this station is the Flag of our Country; and
it ever stimulate you to the performance of your full duty in the preservation
The visiting brother, when the number of his lodge is
of the play, we by each other oft may be aided in our part, or from each other
My brother, the membership card, which will be presented to you by the
As we depart, Lord, we ask you to be with us. pastures of knowledge, and beside the still waters of peace. 0000004956 00000 n
For the Speech-O-Matic, write a check for $8, made payable to Father Kevin Cassidy. been opened without permission of the Exalted Ruler, and in no case shall you
Esteemed Lecturing Knight, what is your duty? Brother Esquire, arrange the altar. Sacramento elkS 6446 riverSide Blvd, Sacramento, ca 95831 novemBer 2017 vol. If you wish to gain admission to this lodge when it
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and within the lodge room, during which vocal or instrumental music may be
Amen. Peace came, and all did
Numbers 6:24-26. facing the Esteemed Leading Knight and immediately in front of his station. the courts of the Order are open to you. During World War II, they designated the week of March 15, 1942 "Win the War Week" and helped recruit for the United States Army Air Corps. The Esquire takes his position before the altar, standing about two paces
And let us say: Amen. If there
You should carry it with you at all times. . committed to my charge and keeping. The initiation involves an altar, with a Bible upon it and chaplain leading the brethren in prayers and psalms. May there be welfare for cows (the noblest and most giving of all animals) and men and women of wisdom. franchise in the Order. may be necessary. altar and advance from either side thereof to the station of the Exalted Ruler,
May the waters be appeasing. By your divine grace help us to do what is right, to act courageously, to love our neighbors, to forgive our enemies. Comfort us anew by your presence. If
I confess my tendency to forget to ask Your blessing upon my life . Brother Inner Guard, inform the Tiler, invite all Elks to come
conclusion of which the Esteemed Leading Knight gives one rap of the gavel and
Wealth and Riches came resplendent in their robes
The Inner Guard shall open the
Lord Strengthen the resolve of we who remain to see that they did not die in vain. session, you will advance before the altar and salute the Exalted Ruler with the
best exemplified by practicing the teachings of our mottoThe faults of our
Address God: Use Father or Heavenly Father as he is the father of our spirits. The funeral rite is called the "Lodge of Sorrow" and also involves prayers.[12]. O God I seek refuge in You from the evil in myself and every creature that You have given power over us. Let me feel that you are near, and that your care enfolds me. Chaplain - Appointed by the ER. comply with the laws of this Order and the by-laws of this lodge. Exaulted Ruler The President. He/she is the Executive Officer of the Lodge and enforces and performs duties required by the Laws of the Order and the By-Laws of the Lodge. One rap (*) calls the lodge to order, or seats it when
opened, upon the altar. I will never reveal to anyone, not an Elk, the name
Please RSVP by March 1st at 208-466-1389 or e-mail the lodge at elks1389@gmail.com. salute him with the hailing sign. EXALTED RULER: The Chaplain will lead us in prayer. individual names, and the Esquire shall substitute American Gentlemen,
If there are a number of candidates the Exalted
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alms, but the higher and nobler charity of thought, word and deed. All decisions and actions of the House Committee are subject to the control and direction of the Lodge and its members by discussions and vote at Lodge meetings. virtue, and love of wife and home and friend. member ship card showing that his dues are paid for the current period, the fact
The Governing Board controls the lodge facility and its assets. I rely upon You, and You are the Great Lord of the Throne. An American citizen who guides his course in life by the cardinal
Stationed to the left of the Exalted Ruler during Lodge meetings, he/she recites the opening and closing prayers and performs the duties required by the Laws of the Order and By-Laws of the Lodge. For I am the soul of nature that gives life to the universe. It is the Hour of Recollection. We pray that our actions from this meeting will not be fruitless. Positioned at the inner door during Lodge meetings, the Inner Guard allows only those qualified to enter. strains of Auld Lang Syne.. The original two degrees required for membership were consolidated into one degree in 1890, the apron was discontinued in 1895, the secret password was gone in 1899, and the badges and secret handshake were abandoned by 1904. sound the gavel and say: Brothers, having passed our
the examining officers shall advance to the altar and in unison salute the
a) May there be happiness for all people. worthy to become united with them in the noble work to which this Order is
Oh, Great Spirit, whose voice I hear in the wind, Whose breath gives life to all the world. Share Your divine wisdom. exemplifying the motto of this station Justice. Elections will be for . volume prayer book set, which includes his first (or classic) edition of Father Cassidy's Elks Chaplain Prayers and More Elks Chaplain Prayers (or New and Improved Volume II). countenance shine upon us even as the light of this star. violation of your obligation, no failure to perform your fraternal duty, can be
In 1979, the qualifications for membership included being male, at least 21 years old, of sound mind and body, a citizen of the United States and not a member of the Communist Party. My brother, I welcome you to this station for final instruction. Brother Esquire, have you performed your duties? behalf of this lodge, I present you with this, our Flag. The Esquire places the candidate
The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks (BPOE; also often known as the Elks Lodge or simply The Elks) is an American fraternal order founded in 1868, . Membership was restricted to whites until 1973.[5]. We are ready to receive the rest, peace, and refreshment you offer. the candidates he shall say, Gentlemen.. Praise be to Allah, the cherisher and sustainer of the worlds, most gracious, most merciful. call of those who will come no more. assist in upholding and maintaining the honor and dignity of the Order and of
You shall not cross the floor after the lodge has
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