whom I do not sincerely believe to be worthy thereof. Faith came with Doubt, and Hope Restore our fortunes. According to sociologists Alvin J. Schmidt and Nicholas Babchuk, members primarily joined the Elks to be "provided with entertainment, liquor, and food at reasonable rates" in the social quarters.[5]. Event organizer Marcy Simily, volunteers and those in attendance, enjoyed a wonderful and pleased morning. should royal feast attend. Thank you. God, you remind us how important it is to spend quiet time with you in Psalm 46:10, "Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.". initiatory work. MEMORIAL SERVICES FOR DEPARTED ELKS. entire lodge. benevolence, nourish us with all goodness, keep us faithful to our obligation, help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in Thee, we may glorify Prior to the beginning of the The Exalted Ruler or a member designated by him gives the 11 o'clock toast, of which this version is the most common: You have heard the tolling of eleven strokes. Afterward, a delicious breakfast was prepared and served by Elks volunteers. The gay will laugh, When thou art gone the solemn brood of care, Plod on and each one as before will chase. There is none worthy of worship except You. and within the lodge room, during which vocal or instrumental music may be the lodge. Please draw each one closer to you and grant them all the peace that passes understanding (Philippians 4:7), the peace of Christ to rule in their hearts . an alternate. 0000002597 00000 n Why were you asked if you believed in God? Exalted Ruler for final instruction. through the ceremony and explain to them the procedures of the Order; to see illustrated by the Inner Guard, and the raps of the gavel by the Exalted Ruler Local groups are called "Subordinate Lodges". impress upon you that with us the hour of eleven has a tender significance. As an act of courtesy any one of the Deceased and otherwise absent lodge members are recalled each evening at 11 p.m. Chimes or sometimes a bell will be rung 11 times and the Lodge Esquire intones, "It is the Hour of Recollection." If my burden oppresses me beyond my bearing, lighten my load, that my strength may be equal to it. Lord, thank you for the Veterans who have kept the peace on our domestic soil. English Deutsch Franais Espaol Portugus Italiano Romn Nederlands Latina Dansk Svenska Norsk Magyar Bahasa Indonesia Trke Suomi Latvian Lithuanian esk . Amen. American Flag, that it may be placed in position of honor at the right of the I will never apply to the courts for redress in any influence in life is determined by the good deeds we do rather than by the And you who seek to know Me, know that your seeking and yearning will avail you not, unless you know the Mystery: for if that which you seek, you find not within yourself, you will never find it without. Knight, you will ascertain if all present; are qualified to remain. I will uphold the Constitution and laws of the I trust that you may continue to merit their approval, and become a July-September his address is P . deeds unto them all, went again upon her way. Let me learn the lessons you have hidden in every leaf and rock. [28], Elks Magazine is published 10 times a year and goes to all members. Contact Us. Winsted Lodge No. opened Brother Inner Guard, inform the Tiler. The cornerstone was laid July 7, 1924, and the building was officially dedicated on July 14, 1926. Bill Kelly who recently passed away. Bob Sapp, Past Department Chaplain Charity gave them answer soft and mild: Have I Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto you, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother. 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. , of the Benevolent and manhood, unfit to hold communion with true and upright men. catch inspiration for a high resolve; and to this end exists the brotherhood 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. For I am the soul of nature that gives life to the universe. To exemplify the motto of this station Brotherly Love. So when life fades, as the fading sunset, my spirit may come to you without shame. Brothers, for the instruction of this newly-made Help me when I feel angry, or frustrated, or sad to know that thy mercy surrounds me in every moment. permitted to pass this station unnoticed. dedicated. To do unto others as we would they should do unto us. The Esquire shall then take the Flag on its staff and deliver it to the to do may utilize the services of a drill team in connection with the ceremony The entrance is flanked by large bronze elks. its staff, proceeds in an orderly manner to a position one pace in front of the House Committee The House Committee is made up of the Chair Officers (Exalted Ruler, Leading, Loyal and Lecturing Knights.) Ideally, the Knight positions are rotated through the chairs in their respective order and become Exalted Ruler. Earth and her waters, and the depths of air, Comes a still voiceYet a few days, and thee. comply with the laws of this Order and the by-laws of this lodge. Help me find compassion without empathy overwhelming me. Lecturing Knight, and in so doing passes in order the stations of the Esteemed Sickness will not triumph over me. requires during the initiation, or when so ordered by the Exalted Ruler. The witchery Inner Guard - Positioned at the inner door during Lodge meetings, the Inner Guard allows only those qualified to enter. altar, and hold the Bible reverently and unopened. Ask Him: Ask for the help that you need or want. The Esteemed Leading Knight gives The funeral rite is called the "Lodge of Sorrow" and also involves prayers.[12]. Loyal Knight 2nd Vice President. Second in command in the absence of the Exalted Ruler. the Esteemed Lecturing Knight at his station, the Organist softly playing the 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. womans eye, in oceans depth or heavens dome; and no such pageantry of The President. He/she is the Executive Officer of the Lodge and enforces required duties. I will never introduce into the Order anything of a membership To you I come, before you I stand, sinful and sorrowful. The Elks National Home is a retirement home in Bedford, Virginia built in 1916. The foundation, with an endowment valued at more than $750 million, has contributed more than $500 million toward Elks' charitable projects nationwide. If any brother be found without a Trustees The Lodge Trustees control the funds and property of the Lodge and hold regular monthly meetings as part of the Governing Board. Esteemed Leading Knight places Flag in stand at his right The. Exalted Ruler, your order has It is the duty of the Inner Guard Brother Esquire, you will now conduct our brother to the station of the 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. The candidate should be seated. Loyal Knight and of the Exalted Ruler, placing the candidate in position facing A Flag escort may accompany the Esquire in returning the In this, I assure you, there is nothing which will interfere with He/She recites the opening and closing prayers and performs duties required by Laws of the Order and By Laws of the Lodge. Shanti, Shanti, Shanti unto all. companion be? You shall not cross the floor after the lodge has its Flag the symbol of the crowning virtue. one circular movement to a position over the head, palms to the front. The Esteemed Leading Knight gives In 1972, the Elks expelled the head of the Ridgewood lodge (Richard J. Zelenka) because of his advocacy against the Elks racially discriminatory policies. grasp the hand in friendship, to lighten each others burdens, to bring rest Esquire on the procedure of the Order. To coordinate and execute annual event for youth in our community. Inspire . I will support the Constitution, and obey the When answered by him you will be at liberty to retire. So shalt thou rest, and what if thou withdraw, Take note of thy departure? May its spreading antlers Gather Together Prayer. Brother Inner Guard, inform the Tiler, invite all Elks to come May the land be free from famine. order. immediately withdraw. well be proud that the members of this lodge have deemed you worthy of their May the clouds rain at proper time. Albany County Republican Party elections meeting: 6 p.m., at Fox Run Golf Course, 489 Wyoming Highway 230. Rev. Justice and Brotherly Love. From Me all things proceed and unto Me they must return. distress, timorous of doing wrong and fleet of foot to relieve the unfortunate, seats the members. 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. Costs include shipping. brother among us, exemplifying the virtues of Charity, Justice, Brotherly Love The House Committee controls the bar and social quarters of the Lodge. will continue forever. Whereupon the gods with one acclaim did vote her emotions we feel. ballot, and see that the orders of the Exalted Ruler are properly executed. It will be answered by the Exalted Ruler by a precepts. Amen. this brother for further instruction. We are disheartened by our failures, discouraged by our weakness, and little that we do seems worthy of your grace. In the early 1970s, this policy led the Order into conflict with the courts over its refusal to allow black people the use of its club and leisure activities. Fred L Rich, Past Department Chaplain May the Lord bless us and keep us. Weaver God, we come to you, or - more the truth - you find us, disconnected and out of sorts. No person shall be accepted as a member of this Order unless he be a white male citizen of the United States of America, of sound mind and body, of good character, not under the age of Twenty-one years, and a believer in God. The initiation involves an altar, with a Bible upon it and chaplain leading the brethren in prayers and . Let us pray: Our Father Who art in Heaven, direct us in all our Schmidt p. 44 Schmidt's main source is "The Antlers" in James R. Nicholson and Lee A. Donaldson. scatter flowers along lifes pathway and to speak words of kindness to the station Charity. - Erasm. by the Esquire to the inner door. Justice and Mercy entered, and , regularly it ever stimulate you to the performance of your full duty in the preservation The services were brought to a close by the orchestra playing ''America." Among thoM occupying boxes were . You may be committed to my charge and keeping. May all that this day symbolizes renew our faith in freedom, our devotion to democracy, and redouble our . The members then use a ballot box,[10] with the back drawer first being displayed to the members to be empty, then the members drop their vote one at a time into the hole in the back, typically a white glass marble to accept or a black lead cube to reject. Exalted Ruler, by direction of the Esteemed Leading Knight, I present Esquire returns to position Americans, so is it close to our altar as loyal Elks. Leading Knight 1st Vice-President. Assists the Exalted Ruler in the performance of his/her duties. United States of America. O Mother of the Word incarnate, despise not my petitions, but, in your mercy, hear and answer me. denotes the spreading antlers of an elk. Thus, each in turn, until at last, uninvited and to be extinguished until after the Eleven OClock Toast. National Elks Youtube; . Of the stern agony, and shroud, and pall. 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. The Inner Guard shall open the to see that each candidate signs the Constitution and By-Laws after initiation to strike eleven slowly. and I charge you that your highest duty as an Elk is to keep it inviolate. 3rd Vice President. Third in command in the absence of the Exalted Ruler. Lifes story has been often told, yet each must plays Auld Lang Syne.. Safeguard us by your power, uphold us your kindness, and warm us by your love. And please continue to keep the family of the now deceased Past State Commander Ed Ford in your prayers. plays Nearer, My God, to Thee, after which the Esquire proceeds to the All other positions are elected. is optional. May all things be a source of peace to us. your membership card, it will be necessary for you to undergo such examination Heavenly Father, as we have reached the end of this meeting, we give you thanks for all that has been discussed and for every accomplishment that we have witnessed today. shall be given an opportunity to pay the same, in default of which he shall CHAPLAIN OF THE YEAR. The current requirements include belief in God, American citizenship, willingness to recite the Pledge of Allegiance, willingness to salute the flag of the United States of America, willingness to support the laws and Constitution of the United States of America, being of good character and being at least 21 years of age. station of the Esteemed Leading Knight. For behold, I have been with you from the beginning, and I am that which is attained at the end of desire. steps a little to his left and faces the Exalted Ruler. Protective Order of Elks of the United States of America, and, after signing the May thankful for thy mercies be; Teach us to know by whom we're fed; Bless us with Christ, the living bread. stations in proper. Author: Maj. Gen. James B. Middleton. I will propose no one for membership in this Order worthy to become united with them in the noble work to which this Order is the Order. Esteemed Lecturing Knight for further instruction. local lodge, the Exalted Ruler or any Past Exalted Ruler of another lodge, the The initiation rite is not considered a secret. "Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord." (Psalms 33:12, ESV) Eternal God, stir Thou our minds and stimulate our hearts with a high sense of patriotism as we approach the Fourth of July. The Inner Guard complies with the A 2/3 majority of member votes is necessary for acceptance. Ruler and of the Esteemed Lecturing Knight, placing the candidate in position The Esquire returns to the altar, closes the Bible and delivers it to the and Protective Order of Elks of the United States of America. present this brother for further instruction. In Beynon v. St. George-Dixie Lodge 1743 (1993),[6] the Utah Supreme Court ruled that while freedom of association allowed the Elks to remain a men-only organization, "the Elks may not avail itself of the benefits of a liquor license and the license's concomitant state regulation" as long as it violated the Utah State Civil Rights Act. true and faithful brother among us. accomplishments of this hour. - John Wesley, A Grace Before Meals. May herbs be wholesome, and may trees and plants bring peace to all. I confess my tendency to forget to ask Your blessing upon my life . Amen. [41], Initiation and funeral rites still exist, however. If the three raps. It shows that you are a member in good the altar, Brother Esquire, and may its beauty increase the devotion of the All decisions and actions of the Governing Board are subject to the control and direction of the Lodge and its members by discussions and vote at Lodge meetings. the Esquire places the Flag in its stand to the right of the altar. As time runs on, in sun and shade, may you bear response. "Almighty God, You know every veteran by name. With your soothing fingers, wipe away the lines that worries have etched on our faces. 0000004187 00000 n of unity. Roles of Elks Officers. Share Your divine wisdom. May this food restore our strength, giving new energy to tired limbs, new thoughts to weary minds. Almighty God, You are my hope, and you are my strength. obligation of our Order, there lies the open Bible. My brother, I welcome you to this station for final instruction. Fidelity implies strict adherence to our obligation Esteemed Lecturing Knight, by direction of the Exalted Ruler, I present Exalted Ruler: The Chaplain will lead us in prayer. I now declare Lodge, No. and in your heart the rapture of a high resolve. As this emblem is first in our hearts as loyal May there be welfare for cows (the noblest and most giving of all animals) and men and women of wisdom. But the Order of Elks not only exacts from you the You have provided for me, again, and I am grateful. The Elks borrowed rites and practices from Freemasonry. I am about to open Lodge, No. Esteemed Lecturing Knight, into your charge and of love. All other positions are elected. When you have signed our roster and received your The Grand Esquire is appointed by the Grand Exalted Ruler and organizes the Grand Lodges and serves as marshal of Elks parades. The lodge rises and remains standing at Flag salute during the More Elks Chaplain Prayers (or New and Improved Volume II). Esteemed Leading Knight (hands Teach me to respect all things. Nearness to Thee is my hope, and love for Thee is my companion. The Lodge Trustees control the funds and property of the Lodge and hold regular monthly meetings, keep a record of all investments and purchase all Lodge supplies, provide for an Accident Prevention Program and present an annual Lodge budget. The Exalted Ruler and Chaplain xA 04x\GczC. It is the duty of the Secretary States of America and to the Republic for which it stands; one Nation under God, Flag on staff to Esquire): Place this Flag lovingly beside My brother, the emblem of this station is the Flag of our Country; and 2143 PDDGER William R. Walker 11/22/1922 - 10/22/2011 May Peace Be With You accordance with your instructions. The Army of Hope, established in 2003, primarily serves families of deployed service members. This booklet includes both contributed prayers . Father Kevin W. Cassidy, 80, recently of Sun City, AZ. For information, call Jane at 307-760-4683 or Mark at 307-760-4716. The Esteemed Lecturing Knight receives the emblem, holding it during his Brothers, what is the motto of the station of the Exalted Ruler? stand, shall pause for a moment until the Brothers salute the Flag. Are you willing to assume such an obligation? Stationed to the right of the Exalted Ruler he/she prepares candidates for initiation, and introduces visitors. I will walk in AMAZING Faith this day. member ship card showing that his dues are paid for the current period, the fact It has four simple steps: Dear Heavenly Father: I come before thee today thankful for the opportunity to be in thy presence and for the day which thou hast given. I will not permit any political, sectarian or Please RSVP by March 1st at 208-466-1389 or e-mail the lodge at elks1389@gmail.com. All that tread, The globe are but a handful to the tribes, That slumber in its bosom. Chaplain. Chaplain, the Rev. Esteemed Leading Knight, what is your duty? Traditional Dinner Prayer Hymn. unattended, came sweet Charity, in flowing robes of purest white, and in her a prayer, they can just reach for their "Lifeline," says Past Grand Chaplain, the Rev. Brother Esquire, have you performed your duties? countenance shine upon us even as the light of this star. Peace came, and all did to bear no malice, to support no wrong; but to nurture, love and protect; to and when the Inner Guard addresses the Exalted Ruler, he will say, seeks initiation into our Order. Send angels of protection, love, and comfort to all the servicemen and women still at war, bring them home safely and comfort their families.". and in our lives, leading us to speak no unkind word, to harbor no evil thought, and those of any other lodge of which I may hereafter become a member. In nearly all instances, the all-whites clause was made public after someone was denied the use of the Elks' dining or leisure facilities. Gov. of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks closed. Lodge Newsletter (login required) God Bless America may be sung as Send us a message or ask a question. GRAND EXALTED RULER: The Grand Chaplain will lead us in prayer. District Deputy, the Grand Exalted Ruler, or any other officer of the Grand Amen. All officers perform other duties as appointed or as required by the Laws of the Order or Lodge By Laws. If he is properly prepared and vouched for, admit him. Brother Esquire, place the candidate in position to assume the Chaplain - 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. They keep a record of all investments and purchase all Lodge supplies, provide for an Accident Prevention Program and present an annual Lodge budget as well as being members of the House Committee. the American flag typifies the glory of our nation we have adopted it as Let My worship be in the heart that rejoices, for behold all acts of love and pleasure are My rituals. and the 5 Trustees. However, some local Antlers groups were still active in 1979, according to one source. Lord, bless this food and grant that we. They can be reproduced and made available to other Lodge Chaplains. and defense of all it represents. The Lord bless you and keep you; It softens the stern realities of life and The gavel in the hand of the Exalted Ruler is the After saluting the Exalted Ruler with the hailing sign, he proceeds to the "Dear Lord Jesus and Mary, Mother of God, Hold all these brave souls in the palm of your hand, comfort them and their families. in the drama each must play a part. Prayer is very important within the Latter Day Saints tradition. In addition, the Knights perform any duties appointed to them by the Exalted Ruler or that is specified in the Laws of the Order or Lodge By Laws. his highest choice, until the throng had filled the mountain top. However, by the first decade of the twentieth century, much of this had been abandoned as the Elks sought to establish their own identity. Oh God, lead us from darkness to light. 928 0 obj<>stream Brother Esquire, you will now conduct our brother to the station of the station and by sound of the gavel calls the lodge to order. Soccer Shoot. Lodge Phone - 860-379-8045. principles of Charity, Justice, Brotherly Love and Fidelity guide us until we If found correct you May there be welfare for cows (the noblest and most giving of all animals) and men and women of wisdom. 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