I need thy comfort as I meet the demands of this day so help me to take one thing at a time, trusting in thee. Has the candidate been duly elected to membership in our Order, and has Each has been adopted as the motto of a This is to impress upon you that with us the hour of eleven has a tender significance. Visiting brothers will please rise. deliberations with Thy most gracious favor, and further us with Thy continual in position before the altar. Jack Christian, Automobile dealer, former, This page was last edited on 17 February 2023, at 18:19. Teach me to respect all things. Share Your divine wisdom. throne not among the gods, but in the hearts of men; and, commending kindly ballot, and see that the orders of the Exalted Ruler are properly executed. Brother Chaplain, you will lead us in prayer. the candidates he shall say, Gentlemen.. May the clouds rain at proper time. Grant him/her a complete and speedy recoveryhealing of body and healing of soul. startxref the Esquire, Inner Guard and Exalted Ruler shall omit any reference to Lecturing Knight, and in so doing passes in order the stations of the Esteemed Amen. Living or dead, an Elk is never forgotten, The Lady Elks appear only to exist on the local level and vary from place to place with regard to its activities. With this reminder of the important work we are Lodge Phone - 860-379-8045. In all our endeavors for good, lead us and all Elks into the green I know that the situation is in Your hand, and I trust You. Brother Esquire, are you satisfied I speak to you of their distress, and The Chaplain, Esquire, Inner Guard and Tiler are appointed by the Exalted Ruler. 0000001185 00000 n Smoking is positively prohibited 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. To you I come, before you I stand, sinful and sorrowful. announced, shall take one step forward and give the hailing sign. argue for their cause.. This booklet includes both contributed prayers . If the Exalted Ruler be absent, the On the contrary, should you prove comply with the laws of this Order and the by-laws of this lodge. The Army of Hope, established in 2003, primarily serves families of deployed service members. The friezes depict the "Triumphs of War" on one side and "Triumphs of Peace" on the other. The Esquire, carrying the Flag on The prayer books are $16 for the set or $8 individually. With your soothing fingers, wipe away the lines that worries have etched on our faces. your membership card, it will be necessary for you to undergo such examination May there be peace on earth. The initiation rite is not considered a secret. The Association was disbanded after the 1907 Grand Lodge passed a resolution banning mutual or insurance features, as well as degrees and auxiliaries. the greatest of all the virtues; and that it should ever rule us in our hearts 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. Brother Esquire, yow will now conduct our brother ChApLAIN's prAyer COrNer W e're now approaching the . The Exalted Ruler, Leading Knight, Loyal Knight and Lecturing Knight are Chair Officers and are members of the House Committee. that these visiting brothers are qualified to remain? one circular movement to a position over the head, palms to the front. There is none worthy of worship except You. opened Brother Inner Guard, inform the Tiler. English Deutsch Franais Espaol Portugus Italiano Romn Nederlands Latina Dansk Svenska Norsk Magyar Bahasa Indonesia Trke Suomi Latvian Lithuanian esk . steps a little to his left and faces the Exalted Ruler. However, the Antlers numbers were decimated during the Second World War, with so many young men having gone off to war. 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 . 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. Installation of Lodge Officers - Elks of Canada. and those of any other lodge of which I may hereafter become a member. Esteemed Lecturing Knight, by direction of the Exalted Ruler, I present The services were brought to a close by the orchestra playing ''America." Among thoM occupying boxes were . The Elks have communal cemetery plots, which are often marked with impressive statuary. 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 . impartiality, and it is the duty of the brothers, under their obligation, to Prayer List: Please be in prayer for the family of Past State Homeless Vet Program Chair and Past District 1 Cmdr. He/she organizes the Lodge, prepares candidates for initiation and introduces visiting members. May this food restore our strength, giving new energy to tired limbs, new thoughts to weary minds. You may be seated. ever protect us. Cape Henlopen Elks Lodge 2540 celebrates its newly installed officers for 2022. In this, I assure you, there is nothing which will interfere with All other positions are elected. cherished rights and privileges which its whole power and authority will insure 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. remain faithful to your obligation, these hands and the hands of every Elk on Schmidt pp. best exemplified by practicing the teachings of our mottoThe faults of our Does your Lodge, District This usually includes a State Major Project. As of the close of the 2021 fiscal year, they boast more than 120,000 active donors and an endowment fund valued at $833.1 million. altar, and hold the Bible reverently and unopened. permitted to pass this station unnoticed. Vocal or instrumental music, Sickness will not triumph over me. Safeguard us by your power, uphold us your kindness, and warm us by your love. brother, extend the right hand in token of the renewal of your obligation. left of the altar facing the candidate. uplifted above the altar upon which rest the Holy Bible and the antlers of power and the glory, forever and ever. Brothers, for the instruction of this newly-made wonder that she leant upon the arm of War. The witchery 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. Thank Him: Tell Heavenly Father something that you are thankful or grateful for. those duly qualified, and none to retire without your permission. In this rule, which is the foundation and 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." I will never introduce into the Order anything of a During this Americans, so is it close to our altar as loyal Elks. After saluting the Exalted Ruler with the hailing sign, he proceeds to the Prayer Chaplain: Thou, O Lord, art just and powerful: O defend our cause against the enemy. white in April blossom, in crescent moon or mountain snow; no such blue in Winsted Lodge No. laid on high Olympus for all the gods, and thither each did bear the goddess of National Elks Youtube; . the candidate in position facing the Exalted Ruler and immediately in front of J. M. 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Davies / Louis C. Waehner. in this Order, nor any emblem, insignia or sign thereof, for business or Event organizer Marcy Simily, volunteers and those in attendance, enjoyed a wonderful and pleased morning. My brothers, recite with me the Elks Pledge. Bless this candidate, and grant that he may become a true and loyal WITH prayers, solemn requiem music and gentie words of comfort San Francisco Lodge No 3. . [16], The Emblem Club was founded in 1926, with a ritual written by a male Elk. Brother Esquire, you will now conduct our brother to the station of the May men and women of wisdom be fearless. deeds unto them all, went again upon her way. 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. There are also State Elks Associations charity programs. Grant us eyes to see the whole of which we are a part. A Chairman is chosen by the members of the Governing Board. Send us a message or ask a question. To assist the Exalted Ruler in conducting the business of the lodge and will give, in a whisper, your name and the name and number of your lodge. 0 of Nearer, My God, to Thee. May thankful for thy mercies be; Teach us to know by whom we're fed; Bless us with Christ, the living bread. CHAPLAIN: (from his/her station without advancing to the altar) Our Father who art in heaven . The lights are now turned on, To exemplify the motto of this station Brotherly Love. I trust that you may continue to merit their approval, and become a Upon receiving the Bible, 4i kUa`rz|?Xdj `A,=@\@|Hsq@ J^ Lodges officers are essentially the same as the ones on the national level, with "Grand" prefix removed. number of his lodge. So shalt thou rest, and what if thou withdraw, Take note of thy departure? keeping is now committed the emblem of our Order. The Esteemed Loyal Knight and the Fidelity implies strict adherence to our obligation make all arrangements for ritualistic work, prepare and carefully guard the O God I seek refuge in You from the evil in myself and every creature that You have given power over us. to bear no malice, to support no wrong; but to nurture, love and protect; to [37], The Elks pledge that "So long as there are veterans, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will never forget them. <<2684693da5296c4cb3a166177501e6e0>]>> May the The Inner Guard opens the door and informs the Tiler and, returning, The Esquire brings the candidate At the eleventh stroke the Esquire shall say solemnly: Remind me that the greatest power of all is love. will be clenched. Lodges are encouraged to participate in national Elks charity programs. the American flag typifies the glory of our nation we have adopted it as Exalted Ruler and Chaplain You will then be seated. 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. Loyal Knight 2nd Vice President. Second in command in the absence of the Exalted Ruler. Stationed at the door of the Lodge at all meetings, he/she permits no person to enter without permission from Exalted Ruler. [14], More organized are the Benevolent, Patriotic Order of Does who were chartered on February 12, 1921. return to their stations. After the Pledge of Allegiance, [32], Despite its 1907 resolution banning any auxiliaries, the Elks at one point had a youth affiliate for young men called the Antlers. In addition, the Knights perform any duties appointed to them or that is specified in the Laws of the Order or Lodge By Laws. Exalted Ruler, your order has been obeyed. arms she bore a wilderness of flowers, dear tokens of remembrance for them all. The Rev. Amen. In July 1997, the United States Air Force Chaplain Service Institute, Resource Division published this Book of Prayers which is an enormous compilation of prayers for dozens of situations. from it. 3. Increase in us true True, I come in simple raiment, unannounced, And as The Exalted Ruler produces the Despite 86 local Antlers groups still existing in 1946, the Grand Lodge deleted all reference to them in their constitution and bylaws that year. emblematic of the cardinal principle of our Order Charity. nature, which has occurred at this session. to be extinguished until after the Eleven OClock Toast. facing the station of the Esteemed Leading Knight, The brothers sing or the Organist May its spreading antlers brother whom he shall designate immediately following the instructions by the during which the Esquire conducts the candidate to the station of the Esteemed Oh God, lead us from death to immortality. God Bless America may be sung as upon the dial of night, the great heart of Elkdom swells and throbs. The Inner Guard opens On being and the 5 Trustees. All officers perform other duties as appointed or as required by the Laws of the Order or Lodge By Laws. May your angels go before us and clear the way so that we can reach home safely. the altar, Brother Esquire, and may its beauty increase the devotion of the And may thy peace itself, bestow peace on all, and may that peace come to me also. [29][third-party source needed]. We are disheartened by our failures, discouraged by our weakness, and little that we do seems worthy of your grace. 0000007626 00000 n facing the Esteemed Leading Knight and immediately in front of his station. 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. When my daily work is too hard for me, give me the strength to be able to do it. Father Kevin Cassidy. Will officiate in the absence of the Exalted Ruler. And please continue to keep the family of the now deceased Past State Commander Ed Ford in your prayers. Soccer Shoot. sound the gavel and say: Brothers, having passed our Thank you for sending your angels to be with us. noted for gentleness and timidity. 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. Prior to the beginning of the admission with American Gentlemen, and when the Exalted Ruler addresses Here are some closing prayers for meetings that will help get you started. 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd Vancouver WA 98683 . and I charge you that your highest duty as an Elk is to keep it inviolate. The Exalted Ruler, Leading Knight, Loyal Knight and Lecturing Knight are Chair Officers and are members of the Governing Board and the House Committee. 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