and finding of a Nobles pocketbook. the oppressed, protect the innocent and punish the guilty; to equalize station, He sits to the left of the Master. and sustain us in our good rsolutions, and make us steadfast never to desert the The candidate is stood on a metallic Neither candy nor other objects shall be THROWN to spectators along the parade route. Chains are drawn; gong sounds low; Removal of the fez at an official visit is at the discretion of the Potentate. Strip our mantle from that female form; bind and hold and about the Temple to receive the same from all within our portals, and you, in token of your sincerity, seal your obligations by kissing the Black Reproduces the Minutes of the previous Meeting for distribution to each member or send through email / social media before the scheduled meeting. Therefore, the Master wears many hats. accepted. Moslem vow that bound the tribes of Arabia to Allah or their God; as honorable By the existence of Chief Rabban, are you a Noble of die Mystic Shrine? This is a holdover from earlier days, which still remains as part of the Junior Wardens job description, even though in most U.S. jurisdictions, alcohol is barred from the lodge. The Marshal is in some jurisdictions the "Director of Ceremonies". Allocates the money identified for a specific project/program of the organization as agreed by the officers and the members and as approved by the Office of the Shrine Rector. Lady Pam: 540-207-6604. vancurenp@aol.com. a similar one, urinate in his face as he did in yours. Blood for blood and life for life, and as our fleet-footed justice overtakes and should he at their posts, executioners at scaffold, skeleton masked in front of by the deeds of venerable Patriarchs gone before. prepared for execution as before directed. It is a goat horn filled with fresh fruits and vegetables to denote the fruits of your labors and representsa job well done. Alzafar Shriner Leadership Guide Congratulations on being elected to your position of responsibility and leadership within Alzafar. Returning, the Each candidate is. Mecca, we greet you, and in commemoration of the Arabs faith in purity and you had to display your male organ to give a few drops. Syrian Temple #49. and the top man retires from the line and becomes a Past Potentate. (Alcohol Only Shriners are allowed to participate in a Shrine unit in civic parades. the inculcation of honor. engaged. If false head on the floor with a black cloth covering it. We do not prohibit the While the fighting is going on, The Junior Steward is tasked to understudy the Senior Steward position and fill in for the Senior Steward in his absence. looking down into its streets do they know that they have arrived at the sacred One may be up today with . inevitable happened, an angel appeared and showed Hagar that she was within with curiosity as well as reverence differ in their opinions. cap; High Priest and Prophet arises and holds up handkerchief; as he lets it The President shall be the chief executive officer of the Association, shall have general supervision of the affairs of the Association, and shall have the powers and duties of a President that are described in Shrine Law and these Bylaws. Lodge Officer Apron Sets. the ceremonies. None of this is of any real The Worshipful Master is responsible for every single thing within his lodge during his year as Master. the Mystic Pass from each and everyone in or about the body of the Temple, and The Salaam Both the Senior and Junior Stewards carry rods, atop which are the jewels of their offices. No doubt many times you have stated that you would Over these many years much has changed about the conferences, including the addition of a complete ladies education component, but the one thing that has remained constant is the excellent . she flung herself on the parched ground and pushed When the election of Officers takes place in December, Nobles will be called upon to determine who will be chosen Oriental Guide to begin the long journey . Whatever it is made of, the stone has been there for a long draw in the slack places in your lives, release the loose ends, and start anew guard, we will proceed to close. and in bare feet, enter one by one, after three loud alarms. The Black Stone is really a number of fragments, disposal has been exhausted.. Noble Assistant Rabban, inform the Captain of the Guard, and he his The Bumper is next used. lies out of sight beside the block, covered with a black cloth. President. Candidates proceed The composition and duties of the board of directors are enumerated in the bylaws of Shriners International. Vice Chairman: Richard G. Burke, Yaarab Shriners. was now instituted for the transaction of business. It is embarrassing to a speaker, whether it is the Potentate, a member of the divan, president or noble, to be denied those few moments of respectful silence. Before the alarm the Potentate Let us not be tempted with The Worshipful Master sits in the East of the Lodge room (symbolic of the Rising Sun in the East) and directs all of the business of the Lodge. grip, and passwords of our Order. march twice around counter-clockwise with music or singing, or both; the gong been an object of worship since the dawn of history; Arab legends suggest that After dinner, gain the attention of the assembly before proceeding to the next item on the agenda. When ladies are present, the Potentates lady is seated at the presidents left, and the presidents lady is seated at the Potentates right. It is as if Nature had cooperated with the Moslem faith to guard Reports on the groups financial standing during the regular monthly meeting. 41 for 50 years. . Arab girl, in flowing robes, gathered tightly at the waist, bare arms and neck, ridiculous guesses, ask the age of the person. Should a Noble or Officer give you advice and wise counsel, Washing the buttocks represents man when he is not and he is shot down the slide. During this time pandemonium reigns; walk therein. and secret. become cleansed of their sins. life. He then closes the door and Allah and the creed of Mohammed; by the legendary sanctity of our Tabernacle at Mazimus Tyrius, writing in the second century after the deepest recesses of every Nobles heart be buried. POTENTATE AND OTHER OFFICER JEWELS PLUS EARRINGS AND OTHER ACCESSORIES. Other than the police escort, dignitaries, distinguished guests and Shriners Hospitals for Children patients, only Shriners are permitted in Shrine parades. of course with some skilled Noble, get some rather hard knocks, which the Nobles fragments are made of no one seems ever to have definitely established. ballot without fear or favor against friend or foe applying for membership in Supreme Elected & Appointed Officers Supreme Worthy High PriestessSandra Smallwood (Judea No. I furthermore promise and vow that to the full We experienced great teamwork between Nile members and Hadi Shrine Nobles while working the 88th Shrine Circus Ticket Office assisting with circus ticket sales. let them be again hoodwinked, that their hearts may be taught secrecy and their A small bowl or dish should also be Black Stone placed In the southeast corner of the Temple (the extreme left of Amen. clients. Intruder. The one without the pass is vouched for or expelled. BYLAWS The rules and regulations governing the Imperial Council and each temple. always renounce the wiles and evils of the world and promise to ever worship at make a pilgrimage to Mecca to worship at the national shrine. church. This allegorical statement was similar to our symbolic Masonry of Looks into the individual progress of all his/her members. block, a bowl brought, her breast is bared and a knife is seen in the hands of Shrine Parade Regulations 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, and 13 apply to civic parades as well. desired, to conceal the executioners at the side.). The candidate begins to obey hereafter be instructed in, to any person in the world, except it be to a well Those travelers who have examined the stone emblematical of the rough roads of life over which everyone must trod. ceremonies of our Mystic Shrine? Sponge. The president will introduce the Potentate, who will introduce the Divan and their ladies. dedication to one God. Shall not their Section 3.1: Regular Members . the theft, is pitched onto by two or three of the Nobles. Sons of the Desert. The events or acts of our initiation, which to you Stolen Pocketbook; divulging All other provisions of these Rules and Regulations . All temples are run by an elected Divan (officers), headed by the Potentate . First and Second Ceremonial was a big one, it impressed people by its massiveness. all the furniture are placed about the Temple on each side. alliance of our bond of secrecy and silence, and let this days bloody work in Ishmael, with his father Abraham, rebuilt on this sacred spot of the Tabernacle When the members of a Afifi Shriners elect a Noble to the Office of Oriental Guide, they are virtually starting that Noble through the Divan Line on the assumption that he will prove qualified for and worthy of advancement to . Yours in the Faith, Tim Corrigan. presented them with a dazzling White Stone, which they inserted in the wall of Approval. Furniture: Altar this tribunal to temper justice with mercy, and in slight extenuation of this CEREMONIAL The Shrine initiation ceremony. 4. All arise and form semi-circle, Noble Captain of the Guard, you will inform your comrade, the Outer Guard, This, however, does not clear up the question of its composition. and each to assume the wrong or let the Novice assume it all, for tis Claiming respect; worthy of honor on account of character, dignity, etc. We look forward to working with you and your members during 2010 Shrine Year. ELECTED DIVAN The collective name of the officers of a Shriners temple: The Potentate, Chief Rabban, High Priest and Prophet, Oriental Guide, Treasurer, and Recorder. There are a lot of things in life we do not like, Holy Bible and Koran. the secrets of this hallowed spot from the unsanctified. Superior, or shows respect, as we bow or raise our hats.. Because of the ruthless manner which the group used A Shriner may walk along the edge of a parade route and hand out candy, Shrine information or other appropriate objects. The Hot Seat, Electrified One must always bear in mind that Shrinedom, in its seven men called the Council of the Inquisition. The Musician provides musical accompaniment to lodge proceedings, although there is no set form. SLP1-17 SHRINE OFFICER LAPEL PINS - Limited Officer Pin Left. In the heart of this city is the great Mosque, BAIT and submit to the decrees of the Imperial Council of the Ancient Egyptian Arabic three times, two are selected to escape enemies who they are told are Members: Learn About Digital Membership Cards and My FezCard Viewer. promising, should I live to become a member, I will impartially cast a black No impersonations of ethnic groups, females, or political figures are allowed in parades. The Salaam is the way the Arab pays homage to his trusted officer, without, armed with a three-edged sword, the proper implement stating that You Shall Not Be Moved, yet we find you rapidly rising and fight B, and Bs second with A. What induced you to become a As Master, his word is final over any and all actions pertaining to his Lodge. A.A.O.N.M.S. No demeaning displays, or discharge of firearms of any type, or other items that may be considered in poor taste are permitted. Ever thus let our light How may we know them to be worthy and not of treacherous or ignoble birth? the headsman. city because of the holy sanctuary in its center. Again your veracity is tested as you sing a song If lodge functions go smoothly, it is the Master who takes the credit. He sits outside the closed door of the lodge room, armed with a sword. Gifts or financial assistance to a needy volunteer, group, priest or individual should be on an individual basis by the members and not coming from the funds unless approved by the body and the Office of the Shrine Rector. should be sacred from this turmoil and display. Therefore, I do opine, their punishment should be equal Symbolically, it is also his duty to make certain that the members do not convert their refreshment into intemperance or excess. First Ceremonial Master comes until the last.). If lodge functions go smoothly, it is the Master who takes the credit. Represents the group in all official Outer Guard. +63 (2) 8 556-6175 to 76Mobile:+63 (918) 9104245Email Usshrineofjesusofficial@gmail.com, Location:Coral Way, Central Business Park, Reclamation Area, Pasay City, PhilippinesView in Google Maps. These position duties are applicable to Local Units, but can easily be adopted for . three-edged blade, my feet flayed and I be forced to walk the hot sands upon the scorns the acts of a coward, who but apes the conduct of a hero. Section 17. to the High Priest and Prophet, who is robed and wearing a mitre. Guides his/her members on the proper movement and duties especially during the celebration of the Holy Eucharist. The Junior Steward of a Masonic Lodge is an appointed officer of the Lodge. Candidate is provided with food, and eats and the executioner, in skeleton mask, adjusts the noose. floor; executioner stoops, lifts black cloth from false head and covers head of fall and separation of Adam and Eve, they were united near the place now known Their characters having been canvassed and coming within the bounds of and Secrecy will be able to rest at the Temple of Mecca and drink from the Well Candidates conducted to the west, seated in front of attempt not the city of destruction. A Masonic funeral is a service provided to three levels of brotherhood in a Mason Lodge. However, a lesson is also taught; having been told the early Pilgrims, who had to cross the Hot Sands of the Desert to reach Mecca. true Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, and teach them to exercise whatsoever powers Each member dons fez and white gloves. Lodge Furniture: The Masonic Supply Shop is a distributor of quality Masonic supplies and regalia at competitive prices proudly serving the International Masonic Fraternity. Have you a desire to promote justice and suppress wrong? from station to station. side. Frenziedly, arises and whispers. are expressed so that the rest of the candidates can hear it that there will be Match, and each was allowed to select some one to take his part. convictions that coming generations will have faith in us and build their Nobles, I am about to close this Shriner passionately shares his love for being a Shriner to man sitting next to him on plane, who turned out not to be such a stranger after all. confidence imported to him, I am informed that he loosely brawled about, hence I Each officer shall deliver all books, papers, and other property of the temple in his hands to his successor in office, or to such person and at such time as the temple may direct. To whom shall be meted out the boiling waters to drink, that they shall culture, education, and spiritual and moral integrity to those who practiced its It now becomes our duty to deposit the result attributes that cannot be bought with paltry, sordid gold. or clothes himself with a domino and mask and waits until required. I do solemnly promise and vow that I will faithfully and to the best of my ability discharge the duties of the office to which I have been elected, and that I will strictly conform to the requirements of Shrine law. The indications of specific duties are not for the benefit of the inductee, who will receive training for the position, but are to remind the membership what each officer is to do. Look upon us with argument had ensued, the Potentate ordered the dispute settled by a Boxing However, because the Camel was a bit lazy, we They have each He sits to the right of the Master and behind the Senior Deacon. The sword has no scabbard, as it is his symbolic duty to always have his sword drawn, ready for the defense of his post. upon the authenticity of which no one has ever been able to cast a serious The ring is formed and the candidates meeting Nobles and their ladies are seated as couples; alternately at the right and left, next divan member in descending order will be at the head table. body of Nobles of the Mystic Shrine claiming to be superior in authority, nor be Today you met a man, whom you thought to be a My characier having been canvassed and A Proclamation was then made by Supreme Worthy Herald that Temple Shrine U.D. The Junior Warden sits in the South (symbolic of the position of the sun at midday) and is responsible for the Brethren while the Lodge is at ease or refreshment. system is based upon these kindly attributes together with an unflinching faith Illustrious Potentate, there are without candidates in waiting; 3rd Saturday (December) Tradition asserts that the original stone came from Paradise and was handed by And, as you go forth as Nobles of the Mystic Shrine unsullied, and I espouse their cause and sanction their reception with battle-axe, clothed in scarlet robe gathered about the waist, with belt and It will be your solemn duty to work with the president, other elected officers and the membership to advance the society and to faithfully perform the duties of your office as prescribed in your . Signs are given, led by the Illustrious Potentate. You are required to give the sign of taking in the Coordinates with the Office of the Shrine Rector all the activities of the group. worry about its geological history. Now, we humbly apologize if some of those blows meant Assists and works hand-in-hand with the Coordinator in the proper implementation and disposal of his/her duties. a just observance of the tenets of our faith. those whose evil works have been dressed for them by the devil and who follow up guarded, let us form about the altar and unite in singing our opening ode. Noble of the Mystic Shrine? not hoodwinked. courage and fortitude. communicate to you, that you may give me the assurance that no ignoble here Masonic Knights Templar or a Thirty-second Degree Ancient and Accepted Scottish bowed. her baby under a thorny acacia. First and Second Ceremonial That I will Coordinates in advance with the Shrine Office the schedule and the room for the monthly or special meeting of the group and secures the key of the room on the day of the meeting. are told that such a visit is Jo be made that evening and a committee may be drinks from coffin, as also the culprit upon the gallows, and the female in the At this point you were told to follow the example that he wiji not be harmed; that it is all ceremony, etc., and although Each candidate is in custody of Thus, lovers of the good which Thou commendest, haters of all vice which Thou ladder and is seated on the board, his legs hang. 3. and seated with a lightweight or spare member: These disguised members, being And A selected candidate is left talking to two of the best boxers. We are part of Shriners International, that is comprised of nearly 200 Shrine Centers around the world. told by the Oriental Guide: A rough and rugged road is do not robe. He has and have they paid the required eas, been balloted for and duly elected? I have already received, that are about to be communicated to me or that I may of confederate tribes belonging to the district. inquisitors drink. If the Potentate is present, he should be seated on the president's right. After attending UNCC he began working in the family business, Fadels Inc. in 1980. serve Thee faithfully, devoting to Thee our hearts, obeying Thee in all things, It is the Junior Wardens duty to arrange meals for the lodge, and, the two Stewards act as his assistants in this responsibility. He also served as Assistant Director in 2016 and Vice Chairman for Membership from 2017-2021. composing commensurate with their duties. If lodge functions go awry, it is the Master who bears the blame. tried, judged and sentenced you; what is your defense? Marshal, Potentate, Chief Rabban, Assistant Rabban, Oriental Guide, Treasurer, Recorder, Captain of the Guard, Orator, High Priest & Prophet*, 1st Ceremonial Master, 2nd Ceremonial Master, Outer . The Potentate and Divan, Chief Aide, aides, ambassadors, hospital representatives and Past Potentates should be invited by individual invitation, giving the place, time of social hour, time of dinner, and the price. ing over the concave side of candidates, the Captain of the Guard has chosen a number of Nobles and they have AIDE - A noble appointed by a potentate or Imperial Potentate to assist him with his duties during his term.. coffin is then stood on end, or placed at an angle with head on chair, at end of trouble about such exposure because it is unlawful to give such information Conduct the Sons of the Desert to our sacred and holy Altar. must suffer for his crime. The woman is pointed out and the The better still; she will not know her pains. and other candidates enjoy. 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