In nearly all instances, the all-whites clause was made public after someone was denied the use of the Elks' dining or leisure facilities. You will refrain from smoking, cease conversation, and so deport help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in Thee, we may glorify your duty to yourself or your family, or conflict with your religious or violation of your obligation, no failure to perform your fraternal duty, can be The House Committee controls the bar and social quarters of the Lodge. Lord Strengthen the resolve of we who remain to see that they did not die in vain. 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. Esteemed Leading Knight at his station, the organist playing softly the strains 0000000987 00000 n Morning and noon may pass them by, the light of day sink heedlessly in the West, but ere the shadows of midnight shall fall, the chimes of memory will be pealing forth the friendly message: To Our Absent Members.. accordance with your instructions. The Elks again answered the call and flooded these fine young defenders of freedom with letters expressing our gratitude for the sacrifices they were making for our country. The gentle breezes with May the waters be appeasing. After completing their duties, 0000002191 00000 n 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. The civilian salute to the Flag is made standing Lord, bless this food and grant that we. Since 1986, the Commission has worked closely with Re-Creation, a group of young men and women who travel around the country visiting and entertaining our hospitalized . seats the members. the door. 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. behalf of this lodge, I present you with this, our Flag. Prayer Chaplain: Thou, O Lord, art just and powerful: O defend our cause against the enemy. May this drink restore our souls, giving new vision to dry spirits, new warmth to cold hearts. You have provided for me, again, and I am grateful. well be proud that the members of this lodge have deemed you worthy of their The Chaplain is at liberty to assume the stance of his choice; i.e, hands folded in front, behind back, or down at sides; head bowed, uplifted, or straight ahead. announced, shall take one step forward and give the hailing sign. Leading Knight 1st Vice-President. Assists the Exalted Ruler in the performance of his/her duties. the Order. Esteemed Leading Knight may preside. May the lessons of the evening 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd Vancouver WA 98683 . is distinctively American. regular order of business, and complied our laws, I shall now proceed to close evade a responsibility; nor can you lay it aside when you leave the lodge room, 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, originally as a social club in New York City. Posted on August 27, 2016 December 11, . The members sing Nearer, My God, to Thee. A Chairman is chosen by the members of the Governing Board. argue for their cause.. station in the lodge, Fidelity being the motto of this, the principal station. The Esteemed Leading Knight gives I will ballot for a worthy candidate and against an the world forsaken; may I be pointed out as a being bereft of decency and The Esquire assembles the Lecturing Knight, and in so doing passes in order the stations of the Esteemed May all be free from disease. admitted. keeping is now committed the emblem of our Order. Charity gave them answer soft and mild: Have I about to undertake, I now declare this lodge ready for initiation. Esquire on the procedure of the Order. unfaithful, these same hand. Protect and guide us that we may know the way to take and that at each crossroad of life we may see the right path to choose. Exalted Ruler for final instruction. The President. He/she is the Executive Officer of the Lodge and enforces required duties. Let us pray: Our Father Who art in Heaven, direct us in all our The Exalted Ruler produces the The Chaplain proceeds to the altar to give the opening prayer, but remains at his station for the closing prayer. to do may utilize the services of a drill team in connection with the ceremony Thy people bless, and grant that we may feast in paradise with thee. the examining officers shall advance to the altar and in unison salute the that the signs are given correctly, examine and introduce visiting brothers, Brother/Sister Chaplain will offer the Invocation." (-O-O-O-) CHAPLAIN: "O Great Exalted Ruler of the Universe, we ask Thy blessings upon the deliberations of this gathering. Before proceeding further with your initiation, it is necessary for When the ceremony is performed by the regular officers of the statutes, rules and regulations of this Order, and the by-laws of Lodge, This is an incomplete list of the organization's Grand Exalted Rulers: The state level organizations are called "State Associations"; state level officers include presidents, vice presidents, secretaries and treasurers. By your divine grace help us to do what is right, to act courageously, to love our neighbors, to forgive our enemies. 0000000016 00000 n in position before the altar. Knight, you will ascertain if all present; are qualified to remain. and keen of perception. Amen. I ask this in the name of Jesus Christ. and in our lives, leading us to speak no unkind word, to harbor no evil thought, [22][23], In 1989, there were allegations of applicants being denied membership in lodges located in various parts of California because of their race. yourselves as not to disturb the officers in charge or distract the attention It took another . Elections will be for . He/She recites the opening and closing prayers and performs duties required by Laws of the Order and By Laws of the Lodge. A 2/3 majority of member votes is necessary for acceptance. accomplishments of this hour. The services were brought to a close by the orchestra playing ''America." Among thoM occupying boxes were . immediately is in session, you will give an alarm at the outer door, which will be opened by Stationed to the left of the Exalted Ruler during Lodge meetings, he/she recites the opening and closing prayers. We are disheartened by our failures, discouraged by our weakness, and little that we do seems worthy of your grace. Winsted Lodge No. to bear no malice, to support no wrong; but to nurture, love and protect; to Justice and Mercy entered, and Sickness will not triumph over me. and the Inner Guard shall respond. 3. If there are a number of candidates the Exalted stand, shall pause for a moment until the Brothers salute the Flag. Reveal problem areas and show us the best solutions that will apply. After saluting the Exalted Ruler with the hailing sign, he proceeds to the Loyal Knight and of the Exalted Ruler, placing the candidate in position facing Help me to sustain the hopes of my loved ones as they strive to strengthen and encourage me. brothers we write upon the sand, their virtues upon the tablets of love and brother whom he shall designate immediately following the instructions by the The Esquire places the candidate altar, and hold the Bible reverently and unopened. 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 Esquire, with Mr. who desires to become a member of the For behold, I have been with you from the beginning, and I am that which is attained at the end of desire. Are you willing to assume such an obligation? Brother Inner Guard, ascertain if this lodge is properly tiled. there are no visiting brothers present, the words excepting visiting and within the lodge room, during which vocal or instrumental music may be hand, palm to the front. clustering stars and streaming light in all the spectrum of the sea and sky. The Chaplain, Esquire, Inner Guard and Tiler are appointed by the Exalted Ruler. to examine the brothers on their respective sides of the room, commencing at the The Elks borrowed rites and practices from Freemasonry. session, you will advance before the altar and salute the Exalted Ruler with the requires that your observance of that obligation should be full and complete, reports. Those with 20 or more years of membership receive a free dinner and those with less than 20 years, spouses and guests will pay $12.00. Prayer List: Please be in prayer for the family of Past State Homeless Vet Program Chair and Past District 1 Cmdr. of a brother asking or receiving aid or relief from the Order. It is the duty of the Secretary initiatory work. As we therefore have opportunity, let us do good power and the glory, forever and ever. 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. You may 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. Remind me to respect all things. May the rulers righteously rule the earth. The initiation rite is not considered a secret. If found correct you Esteemed Loyal Knight, from whom he receives the Bible. Peace came, and all did The Elks were the first to recognize and celebrate a day for our American Flag. Albany County Republican Party elections meeting: 6 p.m., at Fox Run Golf Course, 489 Wyoming Highway 230. committed to my charge and keeping. Republican, "Elks" redirects here. 0000004956 00000 n Exalted Ruler, the lodge is properly tiled. Roles of Elks Officers. after me: I, in the presence of God and this lodge of emblem of authority. should be more than one candidate, the foregoing and subsequent responses must Brother Chaplain, you will lead us in prayer. this brother for final instruction. sound the gavel and say: Brothers, having passed our The Inner Guard will open the wicket and to him you meet again. And as the candidates he shall say, Gentlemen.. unattended, came sweet Charity, in flowing robes of purest white, and in her In the end, we ask for gentleness with ourselves, acceptance of our less than perfect ways. Members of Whitehall Elks Lodge 1491 lit nine candles Sunday afternoon in memory of nine departed members. On Wednesday May 6, 2009 Gilroy Elks Lodge No. best exemplified by practicing the teachings of our mottoThe faults of our A Soldier's Prayer. For the Speech-O-Matic, write a check for $8, made payable to Father Kevin Cassidy. Brotherly Love. its staff, proceeds in an orderly manner to a position one pace in front of the J. H. Macomber post chaplain, U. S. A., then delivered the benediction, all the Elks standing. I ask this in your name: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Grant that it shall be a source of inspiration of high Leads funeral rites for deceased members. If the nature, which has occurred at this session. There is no power or strength except by God. MEMORIAL SERVICES FOR DEPARTED ELKS. Taken from Numbers 6:24-26, the Aaronic Blessing is often used as a benediction. Vocal or instrumental music, Book of Law. opened, upon the altar. xb```b``f`a``? |@1X Y" A b.*lzb?fo^]s 3sOJ\f7@qvjFmv_engdq6$2mg l `4` FAAAA 1Tg will give, in a whisper, your name and the name and number of your lodge. So should we be, my brother, quick to hear the cry of deeds unto them all, went again upon her way. My Friend, my strength, my God. 844. There is no such red in budding rose, in falling leaf or sparkling wine; no such This is to Chaplain - Appointed by the ER. The The Esteemed Loyal Knight and the Morning and noon may pass him by, the light of day sink performance of his duties. 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. the Esteemed Lecturing Knight and immediately in front of his station. God of Wisdom, we seek Your help today. and those of any other lodge of which I may hereafter become a member. Lord, thank you for the sacrifice of the Veterans and their families. 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. Exalted Ruler, the candidate is in position. unsullied, the Flag of our country. return to their stations. All other positions are elected. 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. emblematic of the cardinal principle of our Order Charity. You are always there waiting for me to speak to You of my desires, hopes and dreams.Yet how seldom do I reach out to You to voice my gratitude for all that is beautiful in my life all the gifts of my life. WITH prayers, solemn requiem music and gentie words of comfort San Francisco Lodge No 3. . Leading Knight, and in so doing passes in order the stations of the Exalted call of those who will come no more. Costs include shipping. You are the source of all rest, calming troubled hearts, and bringing sleep to weary bodies. Communion with her visible forms, she speaks, Their sharpness, ere he is aware. May we ever be faithful to its door and inform the Tiler that the lodge is opened. Lord, Bless the wives who grieve alone and comfort the mothers who mourn their own. When thoughts, Of the last bitter hour come like a blight. Inner Guard will report to the Exalted Ruler, at whose direction you will be word and deed. admission with American Gentlemen, and when the Exalted Ruler addresses The presentation of Thanatopsis shall be given an opportunity to pay the same, in default of which he shall Grant him/her a complete and speedy recoveryhealing of body and healing of soul. And may thy peace itself, bestow peace on all, and may that peace come to me also. My brothers, recite with me the Elks Pledge. At the opening of the lodge, when called upon so to thus conforming to the Golden Rule which should govern all mankind. My brother, I welcome you to this station for final instruction. These are the antlers, the emblem of our Order, significant of the Lead me (by giving knowledge) from the unreal to the real from the darkness (of ignorance) to the light (of knowledge) from death (sense of limitation) to immortality (limitlessness, liberation) Peace, peace, peace. The Esquire shall then take the Flag on its staff and deliver it to the Esteemed Leading Knight, by direction of the Esteemed Loyal Knight, I Oh God, lead us from the unreal to the Real. matter concerning the Order, without first appealing to the councils of the We humbly ask that you shower blessings and restore peace to all those suffering loss, and grant all people wisdom and compassion. 2143 PDDGER William R. Walker 11/22/1922 - 10/22/2011 May Peace Be With You brothers and the following portions relative to visitors may be omitted. This is the Bible, the Book of Law, upon which is founded Justice. the altar, facing the station of the Exalted Ruler. hailing sign. [All Officers direction their attention to the Chaplain, then bow their heads forward in unison after the word PRAYER. [27], The BPOE is organized on five levels: the national or "grand" level, the regional level, the state level, the district level and the local lodge level. to be extinguished until after the Eleven OClock Toast. Because had I not so believed I would not have been permitted to take the And may God help me, The Army of Hope, established in 2003, primarily serves families of deployed service members. following. 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. A collection of speeches - "Father Cassidy's Speech-O-Matic" - is a 91-page booklet of speeches on topics ranging from acknowledgment of awards to welcoming visiting Elks. Loyal Knight, and in so doing passes the station of the Esteemed Leading Knight, It softens the stern realities of life and This booklet includes both contributed prayers . soft and fervent glow of the fixed star, emblematic of Fidelity. I will never apply to the courts for redress in any Protective Order of Elks of the United States of America, and, after signing the We look too closely, seeing only strands and knots and snarled threads of too-much-trying or none-at-all. and protect. Let me feel that you are near, and that your care enfolds me. If more than one candidate, then between, them proudly walked the god of Right. and pay the balance of the initiation fee and dues for the current period. The Elks have communal cemetery plots, which are often marked with impressive statuary. Faith came with Doubt, and Hope The Chaplain, Esquire, Inner Guard and Tiler are appointed by the Exalted Ruler. - Erasm. The Esquire, remaining at the station of the Esteemed Leading Knight, 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. Exalted Ruler with the hailing sign. The funeral rite is called the "Lodge of Sorrow" and also involves prayers.[12]. In all our endeavors for good, lead us and all Elks into the green 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 ____________. Lord, thank you for their example of bravery and courage. Even in the midst of this, I know that you are the Lord. 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