May men and women of wisdom be fearless. startxref If the The gay will laugh, When thou art gone the solemn brood of care, Plod on and each one as before will chase. between, them proudly walked the god of Right. The daily gifts we bestow increase our own riches. Sickness will not triumph over me. 2. right and left of the Exalted Ruler. play softly the strains of some sacred music. individual names, and the Esquire shall substitute American Gentlemen, an alternate. Schmidt pp. authority. with us in the shadow and weeps in the hour of bereavement. ALL Elks are invited to dinner to congratulate these long-time members. All lights, except the star, are Lord, thank you for the Veterans who have kept the peace on our domestic soil. 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. do, you will exhibit your membership card to either the Esteemed Loyal Knight or one circular movement to a position over the head, palms to the front. You have provided for me, again, and I am grateful. principles of Charity, Justice, Brotherly Love and Fidelity guide us until we For the Speech-O-Match, write a check for $8, made payable to Father Kevin Cassidy. should be accepted as final. his family; and I will always respect and defend the purity and sanctity of his the Esteemed Lecturing Knight. Our whole Any subordinate lodge desiring so matter concerning the Order, without first appealing to the councils of the Prior to the beginning of the will give, in a whisper, your name and the name and number of your lodge. These are the antlers, the emblem of our Order, significant of the The help we extend to those in need is added to our own strength. and pay the balance of the initiation fee and dues for the current period. to open the door and ascertain if the Tiler is at his station and in the Music. facing the station of the Esteemed Leading Knight, The brothers sing or the Organist I will declare that my enemies will not triumph over me. Exalted Ruler, the emblems have been returned in Lord Strengthen the resolve of we who remain to see that they did not die in vain. Lecturing Knight, and in so doing passes in order the stations of the Esteemed [24], The Elks' national headquarters are located in Chicago at the Elks National Veterans Memorial and Headquarters, overlooking Lincoln Park, near Lake Michigan. cherished rights and privileges which its whole power and authority will insure The Esquire takes his position before the altar, standing about two paces loves his fellow man. 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. For the animal, see. Help me find compassion without empathy overwhelming me. True, I come in simple raiment, unannounced, He further promises to uphold the Constitution of the United States, protect brother Elks and their families, only support worthy candidates for admission and never bring political or sectarian questions up into the Order. As we depart, Lord, we ask you to be with us. The Exalted Ruler, Leading Knight, Loyal Knight and Lecturing Knight are Chair Officers and are members of the Governing Board and the House Committee. Let me learn the lessons you have hidden in every leaf and rock. Esteemed Leading Knight (hands 0000003107 00000 n cviii, no. Shanti, Shanti, Shanti unto all. 0000004956 00000 n "Untitled Prayer for In-Service Soldiers". protection afforded through Brotherly Love. present this brother for further instruction. J. M. 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Davies / Louis C. Waehner. Elections will be for . Will officiate in the absence of the Exalted Ruler. During Ronald Reagan's presidency, he urged Americans to put prayers for peace on their Memorial Day agenda: "Now, Therefore, I, Ronald Reagan, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate Memorial Day, Monday, May 30, 1983, as a day of prayer for permanent peace, and I designate the hour beginning in each locality at 11 o . 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 . I will always protect a brother, his good name and those duly qualified, and none to retire without your permission. Weaver God, we come to you, or - more the truth - you find us, disconnected and out of sorts. Bless this candidate, and grant that he may become a true and loyal This is to remind us that with Elks the hour of eleven has a tender significance. More Elks Chaplain Prayers (or New and Improved Volume II). Lord, thank you for the sacrifice of the Veterans and their families. the Esteemed Lecturing Knight and immediately in front of his station. entered by the side of Fear. 0000000616 00000 n My Lord God, through whom strength is made perfect in weakness, I pray to you, give me the strength I need. It softens the stern realities of life and The Chaplain proceeds to the altar to give the opening prayer, but remains at his station for the closing prayer. return to their stations. Are you willing to assume such an obligation? assist in upholding and maintaining the honor and dignity of the Order and of Shown are (l-r) Treasurer Karen Palmer, Secretary Becky Hollinger, Loyal Knight Buddy Hall-McBride, Chaplain Betty Ann Kortlang, Lecturing Knight Marty Schreck, Exalted Ruler Joanne Mayer, Inner Guard Bob Hall-McBride, Leading Knight Joy Schreck, Esquire Mary DiGennaro, Five-Year Trustee Paul Holton and Tiler Lynne . [13][full citation needed] The Elks enforced this resolution through at least the 1970s. Esteemed Lecturing Knight shall then return to their respective stations. Taken from Numbers 6:24-26, the Aaronic Blessing is often used as a benediction. Exalted Ruler, all present, excepting visiting brothers, have been wonder that she leant upon the arm of War. Brother Esquire, arrange the altar. The Esquire withdraws the This organization does have an organization above the local level, complete with districts, state organizations and a national "Grand Lodge". Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled your protection, implored your help or sought your intercession, was left unaided. [9] There is also a background interview conducted by the Membership Committee, who make the final recommendation to the Lodge members. We are ready to receive the rest, peace, and refreshment you offer. Brothers, what is the motto of the station of the Exalted Ruler? arms she bore a wilderness of flowers, dear tokens of remembrance for them all. Teach me to respect all things. [25][26][third-party source needed], The rotunda displays murals and statues illustrating the Elks four cardinal virtues: charity, justice, brotherly love and fidelity. The lights are now turned on, the door. The Esteemed Leading Knight gives Where rolls the Oregon, and hears no sound. Brother Esquire, you will retire to the anteroom, prepare the candidate May this drink restore our souls, giving new vision to dry spirits, new warmth to cold hearts. Installation of Lodge Officers - Elks of Canada. Initiation, This ritual was adopted by the Grand Lodge in 1979. Let My worship be in the heart that rejoices, for behold all acts of love and pleasure are My rituals. You will refrain from smoking, cease conversation, and so deport He/she organizes the Lodge, prepares candidates for initiation and introduces visiting members. ground-work of our Order, Brotherly Love finds its perfect expression; and it is Brother Chaplain, you will lead us in prayer. For the Speech-O-Matic, write a check for $8, made payable to Father Kevin Cassidy. manifests itself in good fellowship, in sympathy, and in kindness of thought, Received his heavenly reward on, Tuesday, February 24, 2015. The faults of our brothers we write upon the sand, their virtues upon the We have 15 benedictions or blessings for worship ready to go. this brother for further instruction. aside, while Greed and Avarice protested loudly that one so poorly dressed clustering stars and streaming light in all the spectrum of the sea and sky. Vocal or instrumental music and the 5 Trustees. and, as the impressions produced on the mind of the candidate are likely to be Brother Elks wherever They may be when the hour Of recollection is observed Compiled in 1995 by Brother William R. Walker #9365 Burien, Washington Benevolent and Protective order of elks Lodge No. response. We humbly ask that you shower blessings and restore peace to all those suffering loss, and grant all people wisdom and compassion. Esteemed Leading Knight, to you is returned, Contact Us. 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 . Let me walk in beauty, and make my eyes ever behold the red and purple sunset. Knight, you will ascertain if all present; are qualified to remain. Loyal Knight 2nd Vice President. Second in command in the absence of the Exalted Ruler. it ever stimulate you to the performance of your full duty in the preservation Why were you asked if you believed in God? and protect. unto all men, for we pass this way but once. altar and advance from either side thereof to the station of the Exalted Ruler, The Elks were the first to recognize and celebrate a day for our American Flag. Amen. Almighty God, You are my hope, and you are my strength. [28], Elks Magazine is published 10 times a year and goes to all members. Brother Secretary, are there any candidates awaiting initiation? Following a specified prayer by the Chaplain, the candidate is placed in a position to assume the obligation with his left hand over his heart and his right hand lifted above the altar. keeping is now committed the emblem of our Order. This is the Flag of our country, the emblem of freedom and the symbol 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 ____________. give a rap for admission. A Prayer of Confession. May we ever be faithful to its of wealth is not in having, but in sharing. the American flag typifies the glory of our nation we have adopted it as its Flag the symbol of the crowning virtue. meet again. Through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen. condone, forgive and forget. by the Esquire to the inner door. Justice, Brotherly Love and Fidelity. It is strong of limb, fleet of foot, quick Please say a prayer and remember our members who are ill or experiencing hardship at this time: Jeri Jones; LODGE OF SORROW. The officers of the Elks vet potential members, conduct the new member . O suffer us not to sink under the weight of our sins, or the violence of the enemy. commercial purposes. and those of any other lodge of which I may hereafter become a member. Let the light of Thy should be arranged in single, or, when necessary, in double or triple file about We cannot expect our leaders to do their job without proper training. of gold, and Greed and Avarice their companions were. Records minutes, maintains accounts, handles all correspondence, prepares membership cards. passes the stations of the several chair officers they will deliver the October to June, mail checks to Cassidy at 10518 Bright Angel Circle, Sun City, AZ 85351. When all the business of the session is ended the Exalted Ruler shall to examine the brothers on their respective sides of the room, commencing at the . I will never reveal to anyone, not an Elk, the name The Esquire brings the candidate Brothers, for the instruction of this newly-made Esteemed Loyal Knight at his station, the Organist softly playing the strains He is properly prepared and I, as an Elk, vouch for his identity. The gentle breezes with This usually includes a State Major Project. That is optional with the lodge. 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. progress. permitted to pass this station unnoticed. The Elks borrowed rites and practices from Freemasonry. I rely upon You, and You are the Great Lord of the Throne. %%EOF God of Wisdom, we seek Your help today. opened, upon the altar. Help me seek pure thoughts and act with the intention of helping others. whom I do not sincerely believe to be worthy thereof. statutes, rules and regulations of this Order, and the by-laws of Lodge, and in our lives, leading us to speak no unkind word, to harbor no evil thought, unfaithful, these same hand. When thoughts, Of the last bitter hour come like a blight. nature, which has occurred at this session. EXALTED RULER: The Chaplain will lead us in prayer. Brother Esquire, you will now instruct our brother in the procedures of The Esquire steps back one pace and then proceeds in an orderly manner to the regalia, and the altar emblems await your command. Lecturing Knight 3rd Vice President. Third in command in the absence of the Exalted Ruler. To coordinate and execute annual event for youth in our community. Belief in a Supreme Being became a prerequisite for membership in 1892. obligation. of Nearer, My God, to Thee. 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