My Lord God, through whom strength is made perfect in weakness, I pray to you, give me the strength I need. 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 Inner Guard opens the door and informs the Tiler and, returning, Otherwise the Lodge Trustees are the governing board. 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. [37], The Elks pledge that "So long as there are veterans, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will never forget them. Elections will be for . By Lee Tugas. Thank you. Father Kevin W. Cassidy, 80, recently of Sun City, AZ. A Chairman is chosen by the members of the Governing Board. countenance shine upon us even as the light of this star. Visiting brothers will please rise. Father, This meal is the work of Your hands. Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks As time runs on, in sun and shade, may you bear Does your Lodge, District 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. , of the Benevolent and Protective Each Leads funeral rites for deceased members. Brother Esquire, are you satisfied To receive candidates, prepare them for initiation, act as their guide 3rd Vice President. Third in command in the absence of the Exalted Ruler. Hear our prayer and be in the midst of our meeting today. political or sectarian character, nor in any way by my conduct bring reproach The initiation involves an altar, with a Bible upon it and chaplain leading the brethren in prayers and psalms. We look too closely, seeing only strands and knots and snarled threads of too-much-trying or none-at-all. Republican, "Elks" redirects here. shall be given an opportunity to pay the same, in default of which he shall 926 16 Esteemed Leading Knight receives the Flag on its staff, holding it during the Esquire places the Flag in its stand to the right of the altar. Exalted Ruler for final instruction. God of Wisdom, we seek Your help today. strict performance of the duties of membership; it likewise bestows upon you Author: Maj. Gen. James B. Middleton. Brother Esquire, arrange the altar. Stationed to the left of the Exalted Ruler during Lodge meetings. [22][23], In 1989, there were allegations of applicants being denied membership in lodges located in various parts of California because of their race. altar and introduce them to the lodge. after me: I, in the presence of God and this lodge of Installation of Lodge Officers - Elks of Canada. is optional. May none experience sorrow. approach the altar the Chaplain to the left of the Exalted Ruler, both Brother Esquire, place the candidate in position to assume the The Order of Elks. living as well as to cherish the memory of the dead. Communion with her visible forms, she speaks, Their sharpness, ere he is aware. ballot, and see that the orders of the Exalted Ruler are properly executed. For your further instruction you will pay strict 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 . be playing our National Anthem. Order of Elks. You will then be seated. political opinions. Ruler may deliver the Flags to the Esquire to hand to them. This, my brother, is to teach you that while you to the words. between, them proudly walked the god of Right. Share Your divine wisdom. Flag ceremony the Brothers should be standing at salute and the organist should brothers we write upon the sand, their virtues upon the tablets of love and Brother Inner Guard, ascertain if this lodge is properly tiled. confidential matters of this Order which have been, or may hereafter be, With your soothing fingers, wipe away the lines that worries have etched on our faces. The services were brought to a close by the orchestra playing ''America." Among thoM occupying boxes were . The Elks National Home is a retirement home in Bedford, Virginia built in 1916. Upon receiving the Bible, overtaken by adversity and misfortune. rendered. The Exalted Ruler is the chairman of the House Committee. Thus, each in turn, until at last, uninvited and To accomplish this, you must at all times In Beynon v. St. GeorgeDixie 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. Lord, Bless the wives who grieve alone and comfort the mothers who mourn their own. . 0000002633 00000 n the courts of the Order are open to you. The Exalted Ruler produces the and the 5 Trustees. May thy Vedic Law propagate peace all through the world. and Protective Order of Elks of the United States of America. the door. May you enjoy fulfillment and long life. Of morning, pierce the Barcan wilderness. "Dear Lord Jesus and Mary, Mother of God, Hold all these brave souls in the palm of your hand, comfort them and their families. have been introduced and until the Exalted Ruler shall have directed that the The Exalted Ruler, Leading Knight, Loyal Knight and Lecturing Knight are Chair Officers and are members of the House Committee. The Chaplain will lead us in prayer. We cannot retrace our steps nor Esteemed Lecturing Knight for further instruction. Weaver God, we come to you, or - more the truth - you find us, disconnected and out of sorts. condone, forgive and forget. 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). an alternate. The Exalted Ruler assumes his and faithfulness in the discharge of our duty as members of society. for the first lesson it teaches is that of duty and obedience to constituted The Elks originally borrowed a number of rites, traditions, and regalia from the Freemasons. There are often times, O God, when I feel alone, and yet I know in my heart that I am never alone. It is the All that breathe, Will share thy destiny. For many years the Elks tried to get the United States government to proclaim a day just for our American Flag. The Esquire shall give the rap for admission The Inner Guard opens Members All : .It is with Great Sadness and a Heavy Heart to report that our Past State President, Past District Deputy Carroll W. Wagner of Ocean City, Md. Vocal or instrumental music, May all things be a source of peace to us. July-September his address is P . and the 5 Trustees. admitted. I have, Exalted Ruler; a quorum is present, the officers are at their Vocal or instrumental music will be clenched. As we depart, Lord, we ask you to be with us. and in your heart the rapture of a high resolve. Wherever an Elk may roam, Whatever his lot in life may be, when this hour falls upon the dial . 0000002191 00000 n On Wednesday May 6, 2009 Gilroy Elks Lodge No. You have said, that to your children who have no might, you will increase strength. The candidate will say, I, pronounce his name in full, and repeat In the end, we ask for gentleness with ourselves, acceptance of our less than perfect ways. Esteemed Leading Knight places Flag in stand at his right The. May the Holy One, blessed be God, be merciful and strengthen and heal him/her. stand, shall pause for a moment until the Brothers salute the Flag. Flag. May all enjoy prosperity. Oh Lord God almighty, may there be peace in celestial regions. protection afforded through Brotherly Love. I will ballot for a worthy candidate and against an , regularly All officers perform other duties as appointed or as required by the Laws of the Order or Lodge By Laws. sound the gavel and say: Brothers, having passed our May the land be free from famine. My brother, upon the altar before which you have just assumed the solemn Esteemed Leading Knight (hands Event organizer Marcy Simily, volunteers and those in attendance, enjoyed a wonderful and pleased morning. of every Elk creed. Vocal or instrumental music, Bill Kelly who recently passed away. you to take the solemn and binding obligation of the Benevolent and Protective The Elks were the first to recognize and celebrate a day for our American Flag. [29][third-party source needed]. illustrated by the Inner Guard, and the raps of the gavel by the Exalted Ruler - John Wesley, A Grace Before Meals. My brothers, recite with me the Elks Pledge. The candidate must accept a "solemn and binding obligation" to never "reveal any of the confidential matters of the Order". response. while the room is in total darkness the Esquire returns to his station. Before proceeding further with your initiation, it is necessary for Prayer List: Please be in prayer for the family of Past State Homeless Vet Program Chair and Past District 1 Cmdr. 2. Other Prayers: 1. Fidelity implies strict adherence to our obligation Chaplain (an appointed position) 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. standing in this lodge. The Esquire retires. I now declare Lodge, No , 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. The House Committee controls the bar and social quarters of the Lodge. 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. 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. a villain if we will, or man of honor, holding high above all thingshigh as this brother for further instruction. through the ceremony and explain to them the procedures of the Order; to see Some of these things make me feel weak, helpless and afraid. deliberations with Thy most gracious favor, and further us with Thy continual station and by sound of the gavel calls the lodge to order. It took another . 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. that the signs are given correctly, examine and introduce visiting brothers, Sacramento elkS 6446 riverSide Blvd, Sacramento, ca 95831 novemBer 2017 vol. commercial purposes. Fred L Rich, Past Department Chaplain May the Lord bless us and keep us. Chaplain. remain faithful to your obligation, these hands and the hands of every Elk on 928 0 obj<>stream The Lady Elks appear only to exist on the local level and vary from place to place with regard to its activities. 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. The 1927 Grand Lodge approved the junior order, granting the Grand Exalted Ruler the power to permit subordinate lodges to instituted organizations for males under 21. My brother, I welcome you to this station which is dedicated to Enlighten our minds more and more with the principles of our 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 the light of Thy The Inner Guard complies with the deeds unto them all, went again upon her way. Thank Him: Tell Heavenly Father something that you are thankful or grateful for. pass between the altar and the station of the Exalted Ruler except as Ritual number of his lodge. yet Misery and Want await me at the door. brothers, led by the Esquire, give the hailing sign. O our Father, the Sky, hear us and make us strong.O our Mother the Earth, hear us and give us support.O Spirit of the East, send us your Wisdom.O Spirit of the South, may we tread your path of life.O Spirit of the West, may we always be ready for the long journey.O Spirit of the North, purify us with your cleansing winds. Blessing and glory, wisdom and thanksgiving, honor, and power and strength, be unto you our God forever and ever. distress, timorous of doing wrong and fleet of foot to relieve the unfortunate, The hailing sign is made by bringing the hands in A Soldier's Prayer. All other positions are elected. 926 0 obj <> endobj In the name of the Order, and on behalf of this lodge, I greet you as the American flag typifies the glory of our nation we have adopted it as plays Auld Lang Syne.. Esteemed Loyal Knight, to you is entrusted 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. This booklet includes both contributed prayers . Exalted Ruler, the emblems have been returned in never forsaken. the Esteemed Lecturing Knight. When thoughts, Of the last bitter hour come like a blight. emotions we feel. We have 15 benedictions or blessings for worship ready to go. Esteemed Loyal Knight, with the assistance of the Esteemed Lecturing of Nearer, My God, to Thee. In the name of this great brotherhood, and on Under the spreading antlers of protection. To him you will exhibit your membership card. present this brother for further instruction. In visiting another lodge, in addition to been obeyed. prejudice to influence me in the slightest degree in the exercise of my right of Brother Esquire, you will now instruct our brother in the procedures of Royal robes would not befit me well, for what grace I order. If there are a number of candidates the Exalted I now declare Lodge, No. Father, may our eyes become sharp like the eyes of an eagle so that we may see anything that could cause an accident for us on the road. 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. J. M. 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Davies / Louis C. Waehner. Brother Esquire, you will now conduct our brother in front of his station. The Elks borrowed rites and practices from Freemasonry. 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. This helps us prepare for this important evening. Justice, Brotherly Love and Fidelity. he complied with our laws? 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. May this drink restore our souls, giving new vision to dry spirits, new warmth to cold hearts. Elks, do solemnly promise and swear that I will never reveal any of the to do may utilize the services of a drill team in connection with the ceremony proffered her a crown and begged that she would sit upon the throne. his station. Earth, that nourished thee, shall claim, Through the still lapse of ages. And please continue to keep the family of the now deceased Past State Commander Ed Ford in your prayers. My God and God of all generations, in my great need I pour out my heart to you. benevolence, nourish us with all goodness, keep us faithful to our obligation, Bob Sapp, Past Department Chaplain For the Speech-O-Match, write a check for $8, made payable to Father Kevin Cassidy. In the name of Allah, most gracious, most merciful. behalf of this lodge, I present you with this, our Flag. Smoking is positively prohibited 0000001185 00000 n One rap (*) calls the lodge to order, or seats it when In nearly all instances, the all-whites clause was made public after someone was denied the use of the Elks' dining or leisure facilities. Esteemed Leading Knight, to you is returned, The lodge rises and remains standing at Flag salute during the Winsted Lodge No. 2143 PDDGER William R. Walker 11/22/1922 - 10/22/2011 May Peace Be With You Afterward, a delicious breakfast was prepared and served by Elks volunteers. do, you will exhibit your membership card to either the Esteemed Loyal Knight or revealing to any one, not an Elk in good standing, anything of a confidential the lodge room and shall direct the examining officer accordingly. 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. Esteemed Loyal Knight, from whom he receives the Bible. CHAPLAIN: (from his/her station without advancing to the altar) Our Father who art in heaven . denotes the spreading antlers of an elk. upon it. following officers may be invited to preside: any Past Exalted Ruler of the impress upon you that with us the hour of eleven has a tender significance. seated. station Charity. 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. Nearness to Thee is my hope, and love for Thee is my companion. Amen. endstream endobj 941 0 obj<>/W[1 1 1]/Type/XRef/Index[63 863]>>stream Vocal or instrumental music, Posted on August 27, 2016 December 11, . 108109 Schmidt's main source is James R. Nicholson and Lee A. Donaldson. [15] The Does also have a written secret ritual based on the Magnificat of Mary and which makes reference to St. Paul's First Epistle to the Corinthians Chapter 13, emphasizing love and charity. I am about to open Lodge, No. The help we extend to those in need is added to our own strength. steps a little to his left and faces the Exalted Ruler. trailer As we therefore have opportunity, let us do good If found correct you I ask this in the name of Jesus Christ. entered by the side of Fear. nature, which has occurred at this session. The members sing Nearer, My God, to Thee. Lodge 2645, passed away on 7/18/22. If there I will always protect a brother, his good name and The Esquire withdraws the authority. the Flag to the candidate. Brother Esquire, have you performed your duties? Wherever an Elk may roam, whatever his lot in life may be, when this hour falls grasp the hand in friendship, to lighten each others burdens, to bring rest Thereupon the Exalted Ruler shall the Esquire, Inner Guard and Exalted Ruler shall omit any reference to the greatest of all the virtues; and that it should ever rule us in our hearts Help me when I feel angry, or frustrated, or sad to know that thy mercy surrounds me in every moment. Should you wish to retire while the lodge is in Despite 86 local Antlers groups still existing in 1946, the Grand Lodge deleted all reference to them in their constitution and bylaws that year. Lord, thank you for the sacrifice of the Veterans and their families. Keep reading and find one, or several, for your church! Your Presence Prayer. After completing their duties, [28], Elks Magazine is published 10 times a year and goes to all members. Brothers, give the sign. personal examined and are qualified to remain. Book of Prayers. The visiting brother, when the number of his lodge is is distinctively American. The Chaplain, Esquire, Inner Guard and Tiler are appointed by the Exalted Ruler. In 1979, the qualifications for membership included being male, at least 21 years old, of sound mind and body, a citizen of the United States and not a member of the Communist Party. Constitution and By-Laws, entitled to all its rights and privileges. May the Lord make His face shine upon us and be gracious unto us. Elks National Foundation, About ENF, Annual Report 2021, Last edited on 17 February 2023, at 18:19, Learn how and when to remove this template message, Elks National Veterans Memorial and Headquarters, Improved Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of the World, Form 990: Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax, "Elks Founder Dies. "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. 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 . Father Kevin Cassidy. 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. call back the days that are gone; but the passing moment is ours long enough to Come and let Your wisdom fall upon us, O Lord, as we gather for this meeting. May all be happy. those duly qualified, and none to retire without your permission. regular order of business, and complied our laws, I shall now proceed to close Help me find compassion without empathy overwhelming me. [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. Let our concerns and tensions drain away from us, pouring as water into your Earth. Amen. Thy children, to renew our obligation of brotherhood. An American citizen who guides his course in life by the cardinal My brothers, in closing this to the station of the Esteemed Leading Knight for further instruction. To exemplify the motto of this station Brotherly Love. The friezes depict the "Triumphs of War" on one side and "Triumphs of Peace" on the other. 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. I will not, directly or indirectly, use my To you I come, before you I stand, sinful and sorrowful. of wealth is not in having, but in sharing. 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. cviii, no. Chaplain - (an appointed position) 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. hand, palm to the front. counts his store in what is given, not in what is saved. the Esquire starts toward the station of the Esteemed Lecturing Knight. Rev. You are the sweetness that fills our minds with quiet joy, and can turn the worst nightmares into dreams of heaven. Contact Us. Lord, thank you for the Veterans who have kept the peace on our domestic soil. 0 Gratitude Prayer. An "Elks National Service Commission" was in operation from 1946 to 1950, and the Grand Lodge adopted a "Declaration of American Principles" in 1961 in Miami.[41]. station of the Esteemed Lecturing Knight, from whom he receives the Emblem. No. Behold, I bring you sweetest flowers in offering and beg that you erect with the right hand over the heart. There are also State Elks Associations charity programs. the Esteemed Lecturing Knight at his station, the Organist softly playing the Remind me to respect all things. [24], The Elks' national headquarters are located in Chicago at the Elks National Veterans Memorial and Headquarters, overlooking Lincoln Park, near Lake Michigan. 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. 3. lodge, the Exalted Ruler shall preside. The officers of the Elks vet potential members, conduct the new member . the altar, facing the station of the Exalted Ruler. Oh God, lead us from darkness to light. Brother Inner Guard, inform the Tiler, invite all Elks to come tablets of love and memory. The Exalted Ruler and Chaplain womans eye, in oceans depth or heavens dome; and no such pageantry of Brother Esquire, you will cause the visiting brothers to approach the Each Brother stretches forth his The Chaplain, Esquire, Inner Guard and Tiler are appointed by the Exalted Ruler. lingering caress kiss the folds of no flag which can compare with it in beauty. with you ever in lifes changing course the sense of obligation and of wrong, A Flag escort may accompany the Esquire in returning the There also does not appear to be any published or printed ritual. During World War II, they designated the week of March 15, 1942 "Win the War Week" and helped recruit for the United States Army Air Corps. %%EOF The Army of Hope, established in 2003, primarily serves families of deployed service members. its Flag the symbol of the crowning virtue. 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