Esteemed Lecturing Knight, what is your duty? Fidelity, my brothers, is of supreme importance, for only while we
The candidate shall be conducted
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. will continue forever. should royal feast attend. condone, forgive and forget. Here's a PDF file of Chaplain Zimmerman's Prayer Book: Prayers for Military Chaplains. Charity gave them answer soft and mild: Have I
You are the source of all rest, calming troubled hearts, and bringing sleep to weary bodies. In this rule, which is the foundation and
I will never introduce into the Order anything of a
When thoughts, Of the last bitter hour come like a blight. regular order of business, and complied our laws, I shall now proceed to close
Hear me; I need your strength and wisdom. May the Holy One, blessed be God, be merciful and strengthen and heal him/her. Living or dead, an Elk is never forgotten,
3. 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. It should be given only in front of. Exalted Ruler for final instruction. Peace came, and all did
Lord, thank you for their example of bravery and courage. If there are a number of candidates the Exalted
the Flag to the candidate. Music. nature, which has occurred at this session. [37], The Elks pledge that "So long as there are veterans, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will never forget them. With this reminder of the important work we are
Installation of Lodge Officers - Elks of Canada. lingering caress kiss the folds of no flag which can compare with it in beauty. Long days and weeks of suffering are hard to endure. golden hour of recollection, the homecoming of those who wander, the mystic roll
Lord, thank you for the sacrifice of the Veterans and their families. The cardinal principles of our Order are Charity,
ascertain from the Secretary whether or not the brother is entitled to remain in
To him you will exhibit your membership card. Father Kevin Cassidy. personal
passes the stations of the several chair officers they will deliver the
After completing their duties,
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The Esquire conducts the
question book (provided the applications are not kept as a permanent record)
Thank you. I trust that you may continue to merit their approval, and become a
Oh God, lead us from death to immortality. The officers of the Elks vet potential members, conduct the new member . We cannot expect our leaders to do their job without proper training. The Elks originally borrowed a number of rituals, traditions, and regalia from the Freemasons. The Esquire takes position to the
whom I do not sincerely believe to be worthy thereof. 39 views, 0 likes, 0 loves, 0 comments, 0 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from Concord Elks Lodge #1994: Chaplain leading the prayer session, you will advance before the altar and salute the Exalted Ruler with the
to preside during his absence; to stand ready to hear the cry of affliction, to
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be made to conform to the plural. required to present it in order to gain admission to this lodge, and without it
In addition, the Knights perform any duties appointed to them by the Exalted Ruler or that is specified in the Laws of the Order or Lodge By Laws. May all beings everywhere plaguedwith sufferings of body and mindquickly be freed from their illnesses.May those frightened cease to be afraid,and may those bound be free.May the powerless find power,and may people think of befriendingone another.May those who find themselves in trackless,fearful wilderness-the children, the aged, the unprotected-be guarded by beneficent celestials,And may they swiftly attain Buddhahood. and keen of perception. and faithfulness in the discharge of our duty as members of society. A Flag escort may accompany the Esquire in returning the
impartiality, and it is the duty of the brothers, under their obligation, to
The House Committee is made up of the Chair Officers (ER, Leading, Loyal and Lecturing Knights) and the 5 Trustees. There is no such red in budding rose, in falling leaf or sparkling wine; no such
I am weak. To receive candidates, prepare them for initiation, act as their guide
brother, extend the right hand in token of the renewal of your obligation. I take refuge in the Buddha, Dharma, and SanghaUntil I attain Enlightenment.By merit accumulations from practicing generosity and other perfectionsMay I attain Enlightenment, for the benefit of all sentient beings. When you have signed our roster and received your
Oh Lord God almighty, may there be peace in celestial regions. As we depart, Lord, we ask you to be with us. to the station of the Esteemed Loyal Knight for further instruction. Here are some closing prayers for meetings that will help get you started. The Aaronic Blessing. strict performance of the duties of membership; it likewise bestows upon you
Emblem in back of the Bible as viewed by the candidate and with the Emblem
[24], The Elks' national headquarters are located in Chicago at the Elks National Veterans Memorial and Headquarters, overlooking Lincoln Park, near Lake Michigan. When answered by him you will be at liberty to retire. and the 5 Trustees. Brothers, give the sign. thus conforming to the Golden Rule which should govern all mankind. Flag on staff to Esquire): Place this Flag lovingly beside
Communion with her visible forms, she speaks, Their sharpness, ere he is aware. I am about to open Lodge, No. 0000002861 00000 n
Due to the willingness of most Elks Lodges to respond to community needs and events, it is common to turn the BPOE abbreviation into a backronym for "Best People on Earth". Jack Christian, Automobile dealer, former, This page was last edited on 17 February 2023, at 18:19. stations in proper. return to their stations. The Governing Board controls the lodge facility and its assets. Almighty God, You are my hope, and you are my strength. 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, . Oh God, lead us from darkness to light. 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. 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 Information and Tourism, Department of. Lord, Bless the wives who grieve alone and comfort the mothers who mourn their own. But, as Elks, we teach not alone the charity of
Lodges officers are essentially the same as the ones on the national level, with "Grand" prefix removed. I speak to you of their distress, and
home and fireside, If I break this obligation, may I wander through
In 1933, there were 45 local units of the Antlers with 3,584 members. The Esteemed Leading Knight gives
ALL Elks are invited to dinner to congratulate these long-time members. We are disheartened by our failures, discouraged by our weakness, and little that we do seems worthy of your grace. Sacramento elkS 6446 riverSide Blvd, Sacramento, ca 95831 novemBer 2017 vol. individual names, and the Esquire shall substitute American Gentlemen,
Should you feel at any time that these rights have been invaded,
Thy children, to renew our obligation of brotherhood. The hailing sign is made by bringing the hands in
No. We are ready to receive the rest, peace, and refreshment you offer. erect with the right hand over the heart. Traditional Dinner Prayer Hymn. More Elks Chaplain Prayers (or New and Improved Volume II). between, them proudly walked the god of Right. To exemplify the motto of this station Brotherly Love. unfaithful, these same hand. been opened without permission of the Exalted Ruler, and in no case shall you
Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto you, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother. 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 . Amen. its Flag the symbol of the crowning virtue. I seek strength, not to be greater than my brother, but to fight my greatest enemy: Myself.Make me always ready to come to you with clean hands and straight eyes. The Exalted Ruler assumes his
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. Stationed to the left of the Exalted Ruler during Lodge meetings, he/she recites the opening and closing prayers. Members of Whitehall Elks Lodge 1491 lit nine candles Sunday afternoon in memory of nine departed members. Whatever God wills happens, and whatever He does not will does not happen. Esteemed Loyal Knight at his station, the Organist softly playing the strains
membership card the Secretary will present you with a copy of the Constitution
The Esteemed Loyal Knight receives the Bible, holding it during his
and lead us and all Elks beside the still waters of peace, for Thine is the
GRAND EXALTED RULER: The Grand Chaplain will lead us in prayer. the Esquire, Inner Guard and Exalted Ruler shall omit any reference to
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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. United States of America. As time runs on, in sun and shade, may you bear
upon the dial of night, the great heart of Elkdom swells and throbs. session or when ordered by the Exalted Ruler. Through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen. the Order. The Chaplain will lead us in prayer. beside the Brother. to do may utilize the services of a drill team in connection with the ceremony
The BPOE was originally an all-white organization. July-September his address is P . while the room is in total darkness the Esquire returns to his station. The prayer books are $16 for the set or $8 individually. (From Gates of Healing 1988 by Central Conference of American Rabbis.). Father Kevin Cassidy. May thy Vedic Law propagate peace all through the world. remain faithful to our obligation will we act toward one another with Charity,
plays Nearer, My God, to Thee, after which the Esquire proceeds to the
Esteemed Loyal Knight, to you is entrusted the
May thankful for thy mercies be; Teach us to know by whom we're fed; Bless us with Christ, the living bread. Exalted Ruler: The Chaplain will lead us in prayer. 2143 PDDGER William R. Walker 11/22/1922 - 10/22/2011 May Peace Be With You QPR is not a form of counseling or treatment, rather it . On the contrary, should you prove
Rev. A Prayer of Confession. true and faithful brother among us. Trustees The Lodge Trustees control the funds and property of the Lodge and hold regular monthly meetings as part of the Governing Board. Exalted Ruler, all present, excepting visiting brothers, have been
entered by the side of Fear. [12] As of June, 2020, it claims to have 'more than 750,000 members'. approach the altar the Chaplain to the left of the Exalted Ruler, both
You are the sweetness that fills our minds with quiet joy, and can turn the worst nightmares into dreams of heaven. Before proceeding further with your initiation, it is necessary for
Esteemed Loyal Knight, what ii your duty? To assist the Exalted Ruler in conducting the business of the lodge and
Leads funeral rites for deceased members. keeping is now committed the emblem of our Order. help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in Thee, we may glorify
Inner Guard will report to the Exalted Ruler, at whose direction you will be
Esteemed Leading Knight places Flag in stand at his right The. 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. Each has been adopted as the motto of a
The President. He/she is the Executive Officer of the Lodge and enforces required duties. Brother Inner Guard, ascertain if this lodge is properly tiled. All officers perform other duties as appointed or as required by the Laws of the Order or Lodge By Laws. I now declare Lodge, No ,
facing the station of the Esteemed Leading Knight, The brothers sing or the Organist
Flag, holding it in his hands The Organist plays softly The Star Spangled
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. And may thy peace itself, bestow peace on all, and may that peace come to me also. 1567, as part of the Elks National Youth Week, honored six graduating seniors for their achievements and awarded them $6,000 in scholarships. Has the candidate been duly elected to membership in our Order, and has
Received his heavenly reward on, Tuesday, February 24, 2015. The Esteemed Leading Knight gives
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Otherwise the Lodge Trustees are the governing board. The Esquire advances to the altar, removes the emblem and delivers it to
The Exalted Ruler, Leading Knight, Loyal Knight and Lecturing Knight are Chair Officers and are members of the House Committee. political or sectarian character, nor in any way by my conduct bring reproach
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. We pray that what we do and what you weave form patterns clear to all, of mercy in the warp of it and love throughout. Our whole
obligation of our Order, there lies the open Bible. Thy people bless, and grant that we may feast in paradise with thee. brother is not entitled to remain by reason of nonpayment of current dues, he
principles of Charity, Justice, Brotherly Love and Fidelity guide us until we
Brothers, for the instruction of this newly-made
In all his course; nor yet in the cold ground. I have, Exalted Ruler; a quorum is present, the officers are at their
Save his own dashingsyetthe dead are there; And millions in those solitudes, since first, The flight of years began, have laid them down. for it must henceforth be your constant guide and faithful monitor. lasting, I earnestly charge you to observe the utmost decorum during its
confidential matters of this Order which have been, or may hereafter be,
Vocal or instrumental music,
Prayer Chaplain: Thou, O Lord, art just and powerful: O defend our cause against the enemy. O God, you are my Lord. Other Prayers: 1. admitted. is in session, you will give an alarm at the outer door, which will be opened by
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. altar, and hold the Bible reverently and unopened. The Grand Lodge elects all the officers of the order, such as the Grand Exalted Rulerthe chief executive officer of the organizationGrand Secretary, Grand Esteemed Leading Knight, Grand Esteemed Loyal Knight, Grand Esteemed Lecturing Knight, Grand Treasurer, Grand Tiler (in charge of regalia), Grand Inner Guard and Grand Trustees. 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. the Esquire places the Flag in its stand to the right of the altar. to be extinguished until after the Eleven OClock Toast. So shalt thou rest, and what if thou withdraw, Take note of thy departure? Preserve it as a memento of this occasion, and may
My brothers, how do Elks receive their brothers? Book of Law. following officers may be invited to preside: any Past Exalted Ruler of the
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. The Chaplain, Esquire, Inner Guard and Tiler are appointed by the Exalted Ruler. In Jesus' name, we believe and pray, Amen. This, my brother, is to teach you that while you
At the opening of the lodge, when called upon so to
Blessing and glory, wisdom and thanksgiving, honor, and power and strength, be unto you our God forever and ever. The entrance is flanked by large bronze elks. Inspire . before the altar. The lights are now turned on,
should be arranged in single, or, when necessary, in double or triple file about
well be proud that the members of this lodge have deemed you worthy of their
in the drama each must play a part. and protect. 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. Safeguard us by your power, uphold us your kindness, and warm us by your love. To coordinate and execute annual event for youth in our community. A Chairman is chosen by the members of the Governing Board. Protective Order of Elks of the United States of America, and, after signing the
[41], Initiation and funeral rites still exist, however. assist in upholding and maintaining the honor and dignity of the Order and of
If any brother be found without a
In 1972, the Elks expelled the head of the Ridgewood lodge (Richard J. Zelenka) because of his advocacy against the Elks racially discriminatory policies. MEMORIAL SERVICES FOR DEPARTED ELKS. All officers perform other duties as appointed or as required by the Laws of the Order or Lodge By Laws. They can be reproduced and made available to other Lodge Chaplains. The Grand Trustee have general authority over assets and property owned by the order. 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. I ask this in the name of Jesus Christ. May my intellect be steady without agitation. Gracious Father, thank you for making this day successful. lodge let me admonish you, under the penalty of your obligation, against
Member Carroll served the Grand Lodge as District Deputy of the Southeast District 3760 of the MD-DE-DC Elks Association 1996-97. May the lessons of the evening
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