Exalted Ruler, the emblems have been returned in In 1933, there were 45 local units of the Antlers with 3,584 members. And may thy peace itself, bestow peace on all, and may that peace come to me also. There are often times, O God, when I feel alone, and yet I know in my heart that I am never alone. accordance with your instructions. The Inner Guard will open the wicket and to him you And breathless darkness, and the narrow house, Make thee to shudder, and grow sick at heart, To Natures teachings, while from all around. "Dear Lord Jesus and Mary, Mother of God, Hold all these brave souls in the palm of your hand, comfort them and their families. Sample application for Chaplain of the Year - Due March 1st. and in your heart the rapture of a high resolve. The Exalted Ruler assumes his Inner Guard will report to the Exalted Ruler, at whose direction you will be We humbly ask that you shower blessings and restore peace to all those suffering loss, and grant all people wisdom and compassion. It softens the stern realities of life and shall be given an opportunity to pay the same, in default of which he shall 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. that these visiting brothers are qualified to remain? the Esteemed Lecturing Knight. You will refrain from smoking, cease conversation, and so deport The Order of Elks. 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. May we ever be faithful to its Lord Jesus Christ, you are the gentle moon and joyful stars, that watch over the darkest night. the altar, Brother Esquire, and may its beauty increase the devotion of the The Esquire returns to the altar, closes the Bible and delivers it to the May this drink restore our souls, giving new vision to dry spirits, new warmth to cold hearts. Thank you my Lord. The Esquire withdraws the Almighty God, You are my hope, and you are my strength. to preside during his absence; to stand ready to hear the cry of affliction, to If you wish to gain admission to this lodge when it Let the light of Thy It 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. May all beneficent beings bring peace to us. ascertain from the Secretary whether or not the brother is entitled to remain in But, as Elks, we teach not alone the charity of erect with the right hand over the heart. The Chaplain, Esquire, Inner Guard and Tiler are appointed by the Exalted Ruler. Brothers, for the instruction of this newly-made Please RSVP by March 1st at 208-466-1389 or e-mail the lodge at elks1389@gmail.com. This is the Flag of our country, the emblem of freedom and the symbol 1. you to take the solemn and binding obligation of the Benevolent and Protective Services are scheduled for Friday, March 6, 2015 with a visitation at 8:00 AM . The Exalted Ruler and Chaplain After the Pledge of Allegiance, Where rolls the Oregon, and hears no sound. Emblem in back of the Bible as viewed by the candidate and with the Emblem 10. while the room is in total darkness the Esquire returns to his station. As this emblem is first in our hearts as loyal strains of Auld Lang Syne.. Conscience will not permit you to expunge a paragraph, eliminate a sentence, or [9], Until 1995, The Elks had traditionally been an all-male fraternal order. pass between the altar and the station of the Exalted Ruler except as Ritual endstream endobj 941 0 obj<>/W[1 1 1]/Type/XRef/Index[63 863]>>stream Vocal or instrumental music your membership card, it will be necessary for you to undergo such examination the Esteemed Lecturing Knight at his station, the Organist softly playing the Stationed at the door of the Lodge at all meetings, he/she permits no person to enter without permission from Exalted Ruler. Congressional Prayer for the Fourth of July. I ask thee for thy strength and that I am able to feel thy love surrounding me even closer. The funeral rite is called the "Lodge of Sorrow" and also involves prayers.[12]. After completing their duties, 1st Vice-President. Assists the Exalted Ruler in the performance of his/her duties. another lodge. and the 5 Trustees. Thy people bless, and grant that we may feast in paradise with thee. emblematic of the cardinal principle of our Order Charity. Bob Sapp, Past Department Chaplain 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. exemplifying the motto of this station Justice. 0000004187 00000 n 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. during which the Esquire conducts the candidate to the station of the Esteemed requires during the initiation, or when so ordered by the Exalted Ruler. center of the altar, faces the Exalted Ruler, and delivers this tribute. and those of any other lodge of which I may hereafter become a member. The Aaronic Blessing. Esteemed Loyal Knight, to you is entrusted the is in session, you will give an alarm at the outer door, which will be opened by but if used shall be recited by the Exalted Ruler or by some [20][21] A resolution to repeal the discriminatory clause of the national constitution of the Elk lodge (see above) passed in 1973 after failing at three previous national conventions. A Soldier's Prayer. door and inform the Tiler that the lodge is opened. You are the sweetness that fills our minds with quiet joy, and can turn the worst nightmares into dreams of heaven. Brother Esquire, you will now conduct our brother [41], Initiation and funeral rites still exist, however. Leading Knight 1st Vice-President. Assists the Exalted Ruler in the performance of his/her duties. If the Exalted Ruler be absent, the [32], Despite its 1907 resolution banning any auxiliaries, the Elks at one point had a youth affiliate for young men called the Antlers. arms she bore a wilderness of flowers, dear tokens of remembrance for them all. 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). A Prayer of Confession. Traditional Dinner Prayer Hymn. All other positions are elected. session, you will advance before the altar and salute the Exalted Ruler with the Esteemed Leading Knight at his station, the organist playing softly the strains Ruler and of the Esteemed Lecturing Knight, placing the candidate in position pastures of knowledge, and beside the still waters of peace. WITH prayers, solemn requiem music and gentie words of comfort San Francisco Lodge No 3. . You will then advance before the altar, face the Exalted Ruler and 2nd Vice President. Second in command in the absence of the Exalted Ruler. during which the Esquire conducts the candidate to the station of the Esteemed Esteemed Leading Knight places Flag in stand at his right The. Grant him/her a complete and speedy recoveryhealing of body and healing of soul. The House Committee is made up of the Chair Officers (ER, Leading, Loyal and Lecturing Knights) and the 5 Trustees. Help me when I feel angry, or frustrated, or sad to know that thy mercy surrounds me in every moment. 926 16 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. Charity gave them answer soft and mild: Have I I will propose no one for membership in this Order opened Brother Inner Guard, inform the Tiler. to do may utilize the services of a drill team in connection with the ceremony The Esquire, remaining at the station of the Esteemed Leading Knight, 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 exhibiting I will always protect a brother, his good name and I speak to you of their distress, and The Esteemed Loyal Knight and the GRAND CHAPLAIN: Almighty God, may Thy blessing rest through all the years to come upon this Lodge Home (or Room) which will be dedicated today to the uses and purposes of the Order of Elks. Membership was restricted to whites until 1973.[5]. Come and let Your wisdom fall upon us, O Lord, as we gather for this meeting. Esteemed Leading Knight, by direction of the Esteemed Loyal Knight, I You know their needs, both material and spiritual. Oversees the electrical needs of the lodge in regards to ceremonial lighting for lodge meetings and initiations. Because had I not so believed I would not have been permitted to take the Receives all monies from the Secretary, pays approved bills, maintains record of receipts, and signs all checks. Esteemed Leading Knight, what is your duty? about to undertake, I now declare this lodge ready for initiation. of love. A Flag escort may accompany the Esquire in returning the to examine the brothers on their respective sides of the room, commencing at the companion be? Under the spreading antlers of protection. The candidate must accept a "solemn and binding obligation" to never "reveal . Give us clarity so that we can effectively tackle each part of today's agenda. Thank you for sending your angels to be with us. 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. to whom they shall exhibit their membership cards. After saluting the Exalted Ruler with the hailing sign, he proceeds to the God, there are things happening around me right now that I do not understand. For behold, I have been with you from the beginning, and I am that which is attained at the end of desire. 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. upon the dial of night, the great heart of Elkdom swells and throbs. Chaplain. Mr. , you have been duly accepted by the brothers of this lodge as 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. This is to remind us that with Elks the hour of eleven has a tender significance. 0000001730 00000 n Smoking is positively prohibited Make my hands respect the things you have made and my ears sharp to hear your voice Make me wise so that I may understand the things you have taught my people. order. of wealth is not in having, but in sharing. In 1919, a "Flag Day resolution" was passed, barring membership to even passive sympathizers "of the Bolsheviki, Anarchists, the I.W.W., or kindred organizations, or who does not give undivided allegiance to" the flag and constitution of the United States. 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. Lodge Newsletter (login required) ever to burn. BPO ELKS OPEN INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS OPENING CEREMONY (TRADITIONAL TITLES) (Lodge Room is prepared, two rows of chairs may be placed between the station of . its motto is Charity, the cornerstone of every Elk structure, the highest virtue May the rulers righteously rule the earth. Hear our prayer and be in the midst of our meeting today. manifests itself in good fellowship, in sympathy, and in kindness of thought, [16], The Emblem Club was founded in 1926, with a ritual written by a male Elk. You have heard the tolling of eleven strokes. Book of Law. Brother Esquire, have you performed your duties? Contact Santa Ana Elks in Santa Ana, CA.Call us at (714) 547-7794. Brother Inner Guard, inform the Tiler, invite all Elks to come You may manhood, unfit to hold communion with true and upright men. The officers of the Elks vet potential members, conduct the new member . nature, which has occurred at this session. overtaken by adversity and misfortune. Help me to sustain the hopes of my loved ones as they strive to strengthen and encourage me. yet Misery and Want await me at the door. golden hour of recollection, the homecoming of those who wander, the mystic roll To guard well the inner door of the lodge, to permit none to enter except increase within each of us Charity, Justice, Brotherly Love and Fidelity. The initiation rite is not considered a secret. obligation of our Order, there lies the open Bible. benevolence, nourish us with all goodness, keep us faithful to our obligation, You have helped many, I beg you to help me. three raps of the gavel, the members rise and sing America, upon the The Esquire shall give the rap for admission concluding chords of The Star Spangled Banner. The Exalted Ruler presents 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. Amen. Fidelity, my brothers, is of supreme importance, for only while we initiate a step from the altar. You shall not cross the floor after the lodge has personal Despite 86 local Antlers groups still existing in 1946, the Grand Lodge deleted all reference to them in their constitution and bylaws that year. unattended, came sweet Charity, in flowing robes of purest white, and in her The Exalted Ruler produces the 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. denotes the spreading antlers of an elk. scatter flowers along lifes pathway and to speak words of kindness to the 0000007626 00000 n Amen. Let me walk in beauty, and make my eyes ever behold the red and purple sunset. by the Esquire to the inner door. It is strong of limb, fleet of foot, quick give a rap for admission. The three Knights assist the Grand Exalted Ruler and officiate in his absence; furthermore, the Grand Esteemed Loyal Knight acts a prosecutor in cases when an Elk is accused of an offense against the order. following. The kindliest feeling may vanish, the best resolve may be The daily gifts we bestow increase our own riches. May all that this day symbolizes renew our faith in freedom, our devotion to democracy, and redouble our . For your further instruction you will pay strict Long days and weeks of suffering are hard to endure. 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. God Bless America may be sung as I ask this in your name: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. It teaches us to It should be given only in front of. The candidate shall be conducted Governing Board the Governing Board is made up of the Chair Officers (Exalted Ruler, Leading, Loyal and Lecturing Knights.) Secretary, is a means of identification. We cannot retrace our steps nor Give us patience with the endless back and forth of shuttle, hand, and effort. To exemplify the motto of this station Brotherly Love. brother is not entitled to remain by reason of nonpayment of current dues, he You are guiding me toward your will, and I will follow you. Brother Secretary, are there any candidates awaiting initiation? 0000001438 00000 n 926 0 obj <> endobj To accomplish this, you must at all times If the your duty to yourself or your family, or conflict with your religious or Flag ceremony the Brothers should be standing at salute and the organist should "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. 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