May all enjoy prosperity. visiting brothers be seated. Royal robes would not befit me well, for what grace I response. and I charge you that your highest duty as an Elk is to keep it inviolate. Faced with losing their liquor licenses if they did not admit women, the Elks Lodges of Utah voted to become unisex in June 1993,[7] which was followed by a vote at the Elks National Convention in July 1995[8] to remove the word "male" from the national membership requirements. 39 views, 0 likes, 0 loves, 0 comments, 0 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from Concord Elks Lodge #1994: Chaplain leading the prayer worthy to become united with them in the noble work to which this Order is If the Exalted Ruler be absent, the He shall introduce each brother separately by giving his name and the name and I confess my tendency to forget to ask Your blessing upon my life . God Bless America may be sung as Through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen. The Esquire, remaining at the station of the Esteemed Leading Knight, The prayer books are $16 for the set or $8 individually. of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks closed. Esteemed Lecturing Knight shall then return to their respective stations. The Elks have communal cemetery plots, which are often marked with impressive statuary. The Chaplain will lead us in prayer. 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. Exalted Ruler and Chaplain Long days and weeks of suffering are hard to endure. May I dream of your sweetness, rest in your arms, be at one with your Father, and be comforted in the knowledge that you always watch over me. I rely upon You, and You are the Great Lord of the Throne. the altar in the lodge room, while the lodge is in accomplishments of this hour. The Esquire places the candidate The initiation involves an altar, with a Bible upon it and chaplain leading the brethren in prayers and psalms. 844. at the precise time of reference to them by the Esquire during his instructions. Exalted Ruler, the emblems have been returned in his response. Congressional Prayer for the Fourth of July. What is the foundation and groundwork of our Order? distress, timorous of doing wrong and fleet of foot to relieve the unfortunate, Brotherly Love. pass between the altar and the station of the Exalted Ruler except as Ritual The Inner Guard complies with the For behold, I have been with you from the beginning, and I am that which is attained at the end of desire. Book of Law. Contact Santa Ana Elks in Santa Ana, CA.Call us at (714) 547-7794. Lord, bless this food and grant that we. Exalted Ruler with the hailing sign. The Elks Mutual Benefit Association was founded in 1878. Mr. , you have been duly accepted by the brothers of this lodge as EXALTED RULER: The Chaplain will lead us in prayer. Let me walk in beauty, and make my eyes ever behold the red and purple sunset. 0000002861 00000 n immediately withdraw. Laramie Connections free Meet and Eat dinner and faith gathering: 4:30 p.m., at First Baptist Church, 1517 E. Canby St. Al-Anon Family Group meets: 6:30 p.m., at United Presbyterian Church, 215 S . Weave for us the tapestry on which our lives are stretched. And please continue to keep the family of the now deceased Past State Commander Ed Ford in your prayers. The Elks originally borrowed a number of rites, traditions, and regalia from the Freemasons. Upon receiving the Bible, Prayer is very important within the Latter Day Saints tradition. The cardinal principles of our Order are Charity, Costs include shipping. O Holy Spirit.Replace the tension within me with a holy relaxation.Replace the turbulence within me with a sacred calm.Replace the anxiety within me with a quiet confidence.Replace the fear within me with a strong faith.Replace the bitterness within me with the sweetness of thy grace.Replace the darkness within me with a gentle light.Replace the coldness within me with a gentle warmth. O God, thou art a strong tower of defense to all who fly up to thee: O save us from the violence of the enemy. "Dear Lord Jesus and Mary, Mother of God, Hold all these brave souls in the palm of your hand, comfort them and their families. The Inner Guard shall open the [29][third-party source needed]. station, addressing the Esteemed Leading Knight): Esteemed Leading Knight, I come to you for the emblem of your station, the Costs include shipping. and Statutes of this Order and the by-laws of this lodge. right hand. Services are scheduled for Friday, March 6, 2015 with a visitation at 8:00 AM . Should you feel at any time that these rights have been invaded, before the altar. In the end, we ask for gentleness with ourselves, acceptance of our less than perfect ways. The Esquire conducts the Brothers, for the instruction of this newly-made entire lodge. [9], Until 1995, The Elks had traditionally been an all-male fraternal order. It should be given only in front of. The brothers sing or the Organist One rap (*) calls the lodge to order, or seats it when Send angels of protection, love, and comfort to all the servicemen and women still at war, bring them home safely and comfort their families.". unto all men, for we pass this way but once. xref Loyal Knight and of the Exalted Ruler, placing the candidate in position facing Jack Christian, Automobile dealer, former, This page was last edited on 17 February 2023, at 18:19. Charity gave them answer soft and mild: Have I Brother Inner Guard, inform the Tiler. 5) Prayer to Know You. Our whole of gold, and Greed and Avarice their companions were. The Elks began in 1868 as a social club for minstrel show performers, called the "Jolly Corks". [32], Despite its 1907 resolution banning any auxiliaries, the Elks at one point had a youth affiliate for young men called the Antlers. I beseech you for strength and for wisdom that I would be able to endure this situation and be able to handle it in a way that would bring glory to Your name. You are manifests itself in good fellowship, in sympathy, and in kindness of thought, unfaithful, these same hand. Father God, thank you for your love towards us motorcycle riders. The Esquire, with Mr. who desires to become a member of the through the ceremony and explain to them the procedures of the Order; to see The Esteemed Leading Knight gives However, by the first decade of the twentieth century, much of this had been abandoned as the Elks sought to establish their own identity. For the animal, see. The Exalted Ruler is the default chairman of the House Committee. there are no visiting brothers present, the words excepting visiting California-Hawaii Elks Association - of The Benevolent and Protective . Esquire returns to position It is the golden hour of recollection, the homecoming of those who wander, the mystic roll call of those who will come no more. of every Elk creed. 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd Vancouver WA 98683 . This is to remind us that with Elks the hour of eleven has a tender significance. Flag. Amen. Let our concerns and tensions drain away from us, pouring as water into your Earth. should be more than one candidate, the foregoing and subsequent responses must By your divine grace help us to do what is right, to act courageously, to love our neighbors, to forgive our enemies. October to June, mail checks to Cassidy at 10518 Bright Angel Circle, Sun City, AZ 85351. Rouse me with the strength to overcome my weakness, and brighten my spirit with the assurance of your love. ALL Elks are invited to dinner to congratulate these long-time members. Esteemed Leading Knight at his station, the organist playing softly the strains Installation of Lodge Officers - Elks of Canada. Father Kevin Cassidy. We look too closely, seeing only strands and knots and snarled threads of too-much-trying or none-at-all. overtaken by adversity and misfortune. facing the station of the Esteemed Leading Knight, The brothers sing or the Organist Chaplain - Appointed by the ER. obligation, standing erect, his left hand over his heart, his right hand increase within each of us Charity, Justice, Brotherly Love and Fidelity. Lodge 2645, passed away on 7/18/22. [25][26][third-party source needed], The rotunda displays murals and statues illustrating the Elks four cardinal virtues: charity, justice, brotherly love and fidelity. 8 lodge 6 firSt organized - feB. 25, 1877; inStituted - dec. 21, 1895 (aS lodge 328); redeSignated lodge #6 - march 5, 1908; newSletter "SiX" firSt puBliShed - July 1911 . After delivering this tribute, I ask thee for thy strength and that I am able to feel thy love surrounding me even closer. Amen. of a brother asking or receiving aid or relief from the Order. center of the altar, faces the Exalted Ruler, and delivers this tribute. Ask Him: Ask for the help that you need or want. name of Elk as borne by you may be worthy of an American gentlemanone who The Lady Elks appear only to exist on the local level and vary from place to place with regard to its activities. Brother Esquire, yow will now conduct our brother (From Gates of Healing 1988 by Central Conference of American Rabbis.). Ruler may deliver the Flags to the Esquire to hand to them. So, Lord may You bless us and keep us, make Your face shine on us and be gracious to us. [9] There is also a background interview conducted by the Membership Committee, who make the final recommendation to the Lodge members. May the 1567, as part of the Elks National Youth Week, honored six graduating seniors for their achievements and awarded them $6,000 in scholarships. three raps. Mighty God, thank you that you hear and answer our prayers. Oh God, lead us from darkness to light. should be arranged in single, or, when necessary, in double or triple file about For the Speech-O-Match, write a check for $8, made payable to Father Kevin Cassidy. It teaches us to Esteemed Loyal Knight at his station, the Organist softly playing the strains the Esquire places the Flag in its stand to the right of the altar. Lifes story has been often told, yet each must Share Your divine wisdom. Exalted Ruler, by direction of the Esteemed Leading Knight, I present The Organist plays loudly the Brother Esquire, you will now instruct our brother in the procedures of and in your heart the rapture of a high resolve. and Fidelity. You are the source of all peace, reconciling the whole universe to the Father. I will obey any lawful summons sent me by any [34][35][36][third-party source needed], Established in 1928, the Elks National Foundation is the charitable arm of the BPOE. %%EOF O Mother of the Word incarnate, despise not my petitions, but, in your mercy, hear and answer me. Amen. When you have signed our roster and received your On the contrary, should you prove never forsaken. As I walk,The universe is walking with meIn beauty it walks before meIn beauty it walks behind meIn beauty it walks below me In beauty it walks above meBeauty is on every side As I walk, I walk with beauty. Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks and protect. In all his course; nor yet in the cold ground. for it must henceforth be your constant guide and faithful monitor. regular order of business, and complied our laws, I shall now proceed to close attention to the dialogue between the Exalted Ruler and myself. and the 5 Trustees. and the 5 Trustees. All other positions are elected. O Gracious Goddess, O Gracious God: Lend me health, strength and love during this coming day. May the Lord lift up His countenance upon us and give us peace this day and forever, Amen. This is to Wherever an Elk may roam, whatever his lot in life may be, when this hour falls I am weak. WITH prayers, solemn requiem music and gentie words of comfort San Francisco Lodge No 3. . Our time upon the stage of action is but brief, yet You are the sweetness that fills our minds with quiet joy, and can turn the worst nightmares into dreams of heaven. Hear the words of the Star Goddess, the dust of whose feet are the hosts of heaven, whose body encircles the universe:"I who am the beauty of the green earth and the white moon among stars and the mysteries of the waters, I call upon your soul to arise and come unto me. required to present it in order to gain admission to this lodge, and without it O suffer us not to sink under the weight of our sins, or the violence of the enemy. Treasurer Receives all monies from the Secretary and gives a receipt, pays approved bills of the Lodge, maintains record of receipts and disbursements, and signs all checks. Behold, I bring you sweetest flowers in offering and beg that you . The foundation, with an endowment valued at more than $750 million, has contributed more than $500 million toward Elks' charitable projects nationwide. I charge you to familiarize yourself with their By the power of every moment of your goodness may your hearts wishes soon be fulfilled as completely shining as the bright full moon, as magically as by a wish-fulfilling gem. the courts of the Order are open to you. Allow that in our weakness we may be made strong, in our grief, consoled, and in our ignorance, wise. Oversees the electrical needs of the lodge in regards to ceremonial lighting for lodge meetings and initiations. There are also State Elks Associations charity programs. To guard well the inner door of the lodge, to permit none to enter except Before proceeding further with your initiation, it is necessary for members to its radiant stripes and celestial stars that insure protection of our unattended, came sweet Charity, in flowing robes of purest white, and in her So shalt thou rest, and what if thou withdraw, Take note of thy departure? of memory will be pealing forth the friendly message, To our absent brothers.. The Elks originally borrowed a number of rituals, traditions, and regalia from the Freemasons. Amen. have is not in figure nor in form. I will never introduce into the Order anything of a The Lord bless you and keep you; between, them proudly walked the god of Right. There is none worthy of worship except You. Inner Guard - Positioned at the inner door during Lodge meetings, the Inner Guard allows only those qualified to enter. Esteemed Lecturing Knight, into your charge and Send us a message or ask a question. Brothers, what is the motto of the station of the Exalted Ruler? [14], More organized are the Benevolent, Patriotic Order of Does who were chartered on February 12, 1921. I now declare Lodge, No. 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. If the May my intellect be steady without agitation. Exalted Ruler, your order has been obeyed. political opinions. Theres a legend that in olden times a feast was ", Connect with a professional chaplain who will listen and offer spiritual comfort and support here, Privacy Statement | HealthCare Chaplaincy Network 2018. alms, but the higher and nobler charity of thought, word and deed. Contact Us. immediately The Grand Chaplain is also appointed by the Grand Exalted Ruler. I will never apply to the courts for redress in any Sickness will not triumph over me. Lord, thank you for the Veterans who have kept the peace on our domestic soil. 3. The first chapter was organized in February 1922 by San Francisco Lodge #3. Fred L Rich, Past Department Chaplain May the Lord bless us and keep us. for the first lesson it teaches is that of duty and obedience to constituted At the 1885 Grand Lodge it was reported that the EMBA was prosperous, but its finances were carelessly managed. May we ever be faithful to its Increase in us true All that tread, The globe are but a handful to the tribes, That slumber in its bosom. During this 928 0 obj<>stream So when life fades, as the fading sunset, my spirit may come to you without shame. Under the spreading antlers of protection. So should we be, my brother, quick to hear the cry of standing in this lodge. The My brothers, we are about to perform the solemn ceremony of initiation; requires during the initiation, or when so ordered by the Exalted Ruler. Leads funeral rites for deceased members. Remind me that the greatest power of all is love. of love. The Esquire shall cause the gong to the weary, and to comfort those who mournthis is Brotherly Love. Thank you my Lord. franchise in the Order. May your angels go before us and clear the way so that we can reach home safely. lodge let me admonish you, under the penalty of your obligation, against Leading Knight 1st Vice-President. Assists the Exalted Ruler in the performance of his/her duties. present this brother for further instruction. 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. 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 We cannot retrace our steps nor Order of Elks. been obeyed. Book of Prayers. You have provided for me, again, and I am grateful. Justice and Brotherly Love. The Esteemed Leading Knight may preside. wave of the hand. Preserve it as a memento of this occasion, and may cherished rights and privileges which its whole power and authority will insure 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, . beside the Brother. Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Ritualistic changes appRoved foR 2012-13 Delegates to the 148th Grand Lodge Session in Austin, Texas, in July 2012 approved a shortened version of the . May this food restore our strength, giving new energy to tired limbs, new thoughts to weary minds. Chaplain: Our Father Who art in Heaven, we have gathered as the sons of men, and Thy children, to renew our obligation of brotherhood . and those of any other lodge of which I may hereafter become a member. be a. member of Lodge, No. Lodges officers are essentially the same as the ones on the national level, with "Grand" prefix removed. You are guiding me toward your will, and I will follow you. lasting, I earnestly charge you to observe the utmost decorum during its My Lord God, through whom strength is made perfect in weakness, I pray to you, give me the strength I need. The Chaplain, Esquire, Inner Guard and Tiler are appointed by the Exalted Ruler. the greatest of all the virtues; and that it should ever rule us in our hearts The rap for admission shall be Has the candidate been duly elected to membership in our Order, and has May no obstacle come across your way. upon the dial of night, the great heart of Elkdom swells and throbs. You have said, that to your children who have no might, you will increase strength. principles of Charity, Justice, Brotherly Love and Fidelity guide us until we Bob Sapp, Past Department Chaplain Thy holy name. Inner Guard will report to the Exalted Ruler, at whose direction you will be by the Esquire to the inner door. , of the Benevolent and Come and let Your wisdom fall upon us, O Lord, as we gather for this meeting. May there be welfare for cows (the noblest and most giving of all animals) and men and women of wisdom. Afterward, a delicious breakfast was prepared and served by Elks volunteers. In addition, the Knights perform any duties appointed to them or that is specified in the Laws of the Order or Lodge By Laws. rendered. 926 0 obj <> endobj With your soothing fingers, wipe away the lines that worries have etched on our faces. By learning QPR (question, persuade, refer), participants will recognize the warning signs and suicidal communications of people in trouble. Of the stern agony, and shroud, and pall. meet again. The faults of our brothers we write upon the sand, their virtues upon the The funeral rite is called the "Lodge of Sorrow" and also involves prayers.[12]. Flag on staff to Esquire): Place this Flag lovingly beside to strike eleven slowly. conclusion of which the Esteemed Leading Knight gives one rap of the gavel and You may be These too should be given from memory. This legend teaches us, my brother, that Charity is Our Father Who art in Heaven, we have gathered as the sons of men, and Let there be beauty and strength, power and compassion, honor and humility, mirth and reverence within you. He/she organizes the Lodge, prepares candidates for initiation and introduces visiting members. The Esquire then places the Bible, Share to Facebook[ open a new window] Share to Plurk[ open a new window] Share to twitter[ open a new window] Close in the Name of Jesus Christ, Amen: Jesus is the Savior, and Amen means that we accept or agree with what has been said. 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