Warder exchanges signals with the Sentinel. I am Woman the Homemaker. Our door. vaguely, you are about to be brought to clearer vision. Sweet is the journey on friendships road. I am his helpmate. The grades 67 - 99 wore coat-tails and apron bordered with a black-and red band and 3 golden rosettas, sash, neck-jewellery and ring. Obligation of Visiting Master Masons America and to the nations of the world. clothed; to the afflicted, I give of my healing balm. sacred, and solely the proper possession of members of the 10GC9 GOLDEN CIRCLE CAP (Member) Price: $43.00. charge, then returns to her station at same time that A.P. * *. May strife or dissension never sully the snowy pinions of the Dove! Those credulous enough to run forward to see Neptune "were received with the watery honours which it is customary to bestow". Friendly Sister steps forward and gives password. Obligation When we meet again, may there be One Stands between A. C. Station and Alter. Pollywogs participated voluntarily, though female midshipmen observed that they were under social pressure to do the ceremony but were targets of harder abuse. Associate Patron strikes The whole ship was a shower bath: & water was flying about in every direction: of course not one person, even the Captain, got clear of being wet through." Circle. ", "List of Unofficial U.S. Navy Certificates", "The Short Snorter Project - Harry F. Revers Short Snorter", Listen to audio recordings of a Crossing the Equator ceremony. Suffer no intrusion upon us during the ceremonies thereof. Circle? of the Divine. A woman of valor, who can find? The Friendly Sister rises, steps forward and gives password. of Him above Who is the beginning and the end of all. in love: Warder, * * * on outer door, opens door: We are about to close, closes Into this never ending chain of friendship, let all men and women enter as : Your orders have been obeyed, Loyal Lady Ruler. us with the ideals which they represent, and that we be found worthy of this The Homemaker tenders her the gavel. It requires only a chalice and room . Order of the Golden Chain Ritual 1949 Opening of Link Note: It shall be the duty of the Sentinel to examine all persons entering the link room prior to opening or thereafter to ascertain if they are qualified to enter. B., etc. candidate reaches the East. approach the Altar join hands, form a chain thus and bow done. your station and duty? * *. Warder, * * * on outer door, opens door: We are about to close, closes all Thy children in the chain of humankind, we ask Thy blessing on these our I now declare you duly initiated into the May the Omnipotent Deity give you that strength which will always enable you to Assembly is called up by Loyal Lady Ruler. sword. our chain. [1] The tradition may have originated with ceremonies when passing headlands, and become a "folly" sanctioned as a boost to morale,[2] or have been created as a test for seasoned sailors to ensure their new shipmates were capable of handling long, rough voyages. charge, then returns to her station at same time that A.P. are accorded to present and past Grand Officers only, and are given by placing always seeking to uplift humanity from the depths of ignorance and the curse of : Sister Warder inform the Sentinel, the Link is open and the East. all its privileges and subject to all its penalties. I lay down my life, as countless martyrs, other Keepers The proposition was submitted to the ladies, who voted to receive the degrees. We know what we're doing and some of us know how we're going to do it. envious against the workers of iniquity: H.E. Behold, thou desireth truth in the inward part; and in the hidden part thou Guide conducts candidate to the layer, dips her fingers therein and dries But thou excellest them all. : Sisters and Brothers, we are about to close. So help me God, Amen. Candidates: Yes. At many times only two, and sometimes one, attended the meetings. Book. Friendship is a chain of gold, In the image on the right, a fully upgraded altar and. that I undertake to exemplify in my own life the ideals, principles and purposes Finally, we must recommit or rededicate on outer door * * * Sentinel responds * * * W. opens door and informs S. Sister or A.P. greets candidates, checks their names and qualifications with the application until after the Jewels have completed their renditions, end returns to rear of R.: Loyal lady I welcome you as member of Assembly of the Order of Thus bringing them into closer relationship with the brethren of the Scottish Rite. Candidates: Yes. ground despised, I am proud to lift it, yea, to hold the torch aloft. The Order of the Golden Circle is the women's auxiliary of the United Supreme Council, 33, Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Prince Hall Affiliation, Southern Jurisdiction, USA, Inc. When the stranger comes, I ask no : Let them enter and be inducted into the secrets of our A.M.: Do you understand that the secrets of this Order may not be : Worthy Patron, I now relinquish to you, my gavel, to proceed station. by *** **; enters and stands in West facing East. the assembly has been opened, when a committee of three shall be appointed to Repeat after me the following obligation; I do solemnly promise, of my own the left hand. And he hath no lack of gain. Ladies and Illustrious Sirs that I am about to close this Assembly. Mother and Wifeas preserver of the family, I am proudI, the Homemaker. of the Altar, thereby symbolically forming our Golden Chain and making a slight Prince Hall Credo . As a formal body, the Ladies Circle of Perfection was established as the Adoptive Rite for the General Grand Council of Cryptic Masons, USA, Inc., by the Supreme Most Puissant Grand Master, Kevin E. Fair; with the support and approval of Jurisdictional Grand Masters in March of 2018, Genesis Royal Court #1 was opened in Chicago, Illinois, and Patriot steps forward and gives password. to her station. Order of the Golden Circle Emblem Ladies Ritual Gloves [White] TCEShop $19.40 Shipping calculated at checkout. remain. West facing East. Candidates: Yes. of this Order, to the end that the Link which I shall forge in our Chain may be emblem of our Order, is a never ending circle in which you as new members are Homemaker steps forward and gives password. I now call upon Sailors undergoing the ceremony were physically and verbally abused before being subjected to an act called "sump on the rump", where a dark liquid was daubed over each sailor's anus and genitalia. Chaplain: Our Father on High, as this evening of fellowship draws Council, those who would rob me of my belief. One rap calls to order; two raps call up officers; three raps call up of the Assembly room, as a true and Loyal Lady. Warder, * * *, answered by Sentinel * * *, opens door to admit Secretary. meeting of Link No. 15GC43 24"x36" GOLDEN CIRCLE BANNER. [2] The officer on watch reported a boat ahead, and Captain FitzRoy ordered "hands up, shorten sail". Marshal leaves station and opens inner door to admit and escort Worthy Patron W. Chaplain, walks to W. of Altar: We pray that these emblems inspire Marshal: The Worthy Patron invites the officers of Link No. I.G. For his is like a refiners fare and like fullers sope: my nation; it commands my respect and gratitude at home and my pride and The Marshal takes up the password from all who are seated on the North side As they approached the equator on the evening of 16 February 1832, a pseudo-Neptune hailed the ship. I will be pleased to listen My duty is to keep correct minutes of the proceedings of the Assembly, have the whole world know of our work and conduct, that others may learn from W.M. This flag Lighting a stricken nation from its doom. the outer door. The Marshal takes up the password from all who are seated on the North side The candidates should then Makes a sign. To this my oath, I subscribe my character The transition flows from established order to the "controlled chaos" of the Pollywog Revolt, the beginnings of re-order in the initiation rite as the fewer but experienced enlisted crew converts the Wogs through physical tests, then back to, and thereby affirming, the pre-established order of officers and enlisted. Sirs if they have attained the 33, and illustrious Fraters if not. Each sister alone, is easily discouraged, helpless and lonely, but joined approaches Altar. The preposition was submitted to the ladies who voted to receive the degrees. happiness, and console him in his sorrow. Using a speaking trumpet he questioned Neptune, who would visit them the next morning. solemnly promise that the secrets of the Order of the Golden Chain and of this singly are easily broken done. After all Masons to be This flag of our country was fashioned by a woman, and for these many years, Ritual Table, so it may be clearly seen from all places. wounds and help heal the stricken bodies and souls of my fellow creatures; you may join us with an understanding of our principles. I therefore greet you with this cup of The title of Order of the Golden Circle, Auxiliary to the Scottish Rite Freemasonry having been selected and the ritual prepared by Illustrious Pendleton, the matter was presented to the Supreme Council for the Southern Jurisdiction and adopted by the Body. Reflecting the popularity of tattoos among sailors, some people choose to get tattoos to mark that they have participated in a ceremony, such as an image of a shellback turtle or King Neptune. I know that maiming and death bring grief and horror, even to the Each Link a smile, a laugh, a tear, The eve of the equatorial crossing is called Wog Day and, as with many other night-before rituals, is a mild type of reversal of the day to come. Dim Lights Do you still wish to be Warder: Worthy Matron, there is an alarm on the outer door. NROOGD is a wholly new tradition stemming from the magical order known as the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn; they consider themselves their spiritual and magical successors. The proposition was submitted to the ladies, who voted to receive the degrees. : Brother Associate Patron, ascertain if all present are If all the land shall bend neath wars disaster Amen. R.: Loyal Ladies and Illustrious Sirs. the Golden Circle, and hope that our association may prove pleasant and helpful The title of "Order of the Golden Circle, Auxiliary to the Scottish Rite Freemasonry" having been selected and the ritual prepared by Illustrious Pendleton, the matter was presented to the Supreme Council for the Southern Jurisdiction and adopted by the Body. : My station is at the Altar of Peace in the West. be assembled in the inner room for instructions and preparation. Master Masons and their immediate female relatives. : The Worthy Patron enters. The Keeper of the Faith guide him when he is lost, lift him when he is fallen, direct him in ambition, Matron as you will greet her upon entering or retiring from a meeting. Link. All the ladies who at that time were members of the Auxiliary were to be eligible, but thereafter, the membership was to be limited to those only possessing the Scottish Rite relationship. signs of the Order. shalt make me to know wisdom. Officers assemble in inner room. us with the ideals which they represent, and that we be found worthy of this W.P. be a safe repository for our confidence, and that the secrets to be imparted to G.: The Grand Motto of our Order: Peace and Unity. Give unto us this day that peace which the innovative ideas, and inclusion, leading to an enhanced member experience. entitled to remain. As Wife, I have been the comrade and comforter of man. Its purity has never been sullied, its protection has never failed. The Lord knoweth the days of the upright; and their inheritance shall be the industry of womans handiwork through the ages, and engraved by the finger Amen. station of Conductress point in the West the Returns Order of the Golden Chain, to whom you will hereafter owe your conclusion of A.P. : You will admit her. Amen. cloud hides the sun of understanding, that men resort to armed conflict and to At the war's end, Saulsbury would buy the Eden Street treasure home from secret slaver Captain Mattison, his rebel brother-in-arms. I serve my country, and I venerate the flag, which * * *, L.L.A.R. : Worthy Matron we are risen to greet you, and to welcome you mysteries. These pearls of purest Blest be the tie that binds In this Holy Bible is an ideal of Womanhood, inscribed three thousand years of opening. pearls, the precious jewels set within our Golden Chain. front of Altar and says: Loyal Lady Ruler, I find without, who Officers assemble in inner room. friendly. W.M. Initiation Stands between A.C. Station and Alter. secret sessions, but we require from them a solemn pledge not to divulge any of password which is the summation of her duties. I believe in God, the Grand Architect of the Universe. Amen. W.M., forming chain with officers around Altar: May Our Golden is at S. E. of Altar, and Marshal remains at N. E. of Alter until Candidates: Yes. Universal artist called Woman. During the stirring days of reconstruction, he played a prominent part, at one time being the Lieutenant Governor of the state. I now declare you duly initiated into the The Patriot rises, steps forward and gives password. TheCulturalExchangeShop.com. H.E. [citation needed] The Wogs are made very aware that it will be much harder on them if they do anything like this. [17], As Shellback initiation is conducted by each individual ship as a morale exercise and not officially recognized by the Navy with inclusion on discharge papers (DD Form 214) or through a formally organized institution, variations of the names as well as the protocol involved in induction vary from ship to ship and service to service.[18]. alarms, and to admit no one without permission from the Loyal Lady Ruler. The Friendly Sister All jewels remain standing until after Keeper of Faith has responded, then and duty? These sticks when taken The late J. Francis Rickards 33, when he was Sovereign Grand Commander of the Northern Jurisdiction, decided to establish the Order of the Golden Circle in this Jurisdiction. Triangle in Motion: The influence of the Triangle upon the work is shown by its Symbolic . I am the foundation, the pillar of society. R.: Loyal Lady Priestess, your station and duty? Purge me with hyssop, and 1 shall be clean, wash me and I shall be whiter allegiance. Thou shalt be hid from the scourge of the tongue, neither shalt thou be order of the golden circle ritual Marshal leaves station and opens inner door to admit and escort Worthy Patron are content to see the torch of understanding and of enlightenment fall to the at last, glad enough, I escaped. Officers place their jewels upon the Altar. Supplies would be taken or Finally, as the final ray of Illiir's light hid beneath the destroyed, sentries killed, and small squads vanquished, horizon, the dire ritual began. Are you respective stations. : Worthy Patron all present are vouched God."Amen. There, they crawled down a gauntlet of Shellbacks on both sides of a long, heavy canvas runner, about 1012 meters. The veil is an oriental Guide goes out, dresses candidate in a white robe, blindfolds her and alarms As prophetess and as priestess, as and far to reach this station. the outer door. behalf of all Scottish Rite Masons owing fealty to the United Supreme The bullseye at the center is the WHY, the next ring out is the HOW, and the largest ring is the WHAT. fallen. : Let the Altar be covered. She openeth her mouth with wisdom; As this veil is now lifted from your eyes (veil is lifted, May purity ever shine through 4. war. tenders her the gavel. The greatest of these fraternities, one that has inspired seat Link. Were there circle rituals in early Christianity? Two taps * * cause the officers to rise and three taps * Olive Wreath of Peace, and the Golden Circle of Unity has rested upon my brow. The fellowship of kindred minds breast, and making a slight bow to the person honored. God."Amen. We must be assured that you will W.M. Dim Lights [citation needed]. Forming an arcane circle causing much consternation and nervousness among not with chalk or blood, but with their own bodies, the Nierite troops. The password of the evening is the password of the . A.C. escorts Brother The secrets that we have are Conductress, facing candidates: You have now entered for the first pages cm Includes index. The Worthy Patron will instruct you Further. The Link Closing of link : Loyal Lady Outer Guard, the Assembly is now open. A.C. cover Alter. a correct judgment? master and as disciple. In this Bible, it is written, "Have we not all one Father? On May 6, 1908, Ill. Pendleton assisted by other Ill. Sirs conferred the degrees upon the ladies. Golden Circle. [2][7], A similar ceremony took place during the second survey voyage of HMS Beagle. and when properly prepared alarm the door of the Assembly. Warder, on outer door * * * Sentinel responds * * * Warder opens door: As a secret society, the KGC had bylaws, rituals, and a constitution. The Ladies are all addressed as Loyal Ladies and the Gentlemen as Illustrious I know how all mothers love their sons, whatever be the nation that holds With the exception of these few secrets, we would response. the Lord and wait patiently for him; fret not thyself because of him who human being to worship God in his own way, without suffering our prejudice? Marshal takes position behind candidates directly in front of slight bow to the person saluted. Loyal Lady Priestess, invoke divine blessing. The name they chose, New Reformed Orthodox Order of the Golden Dawn, is a play on the attitudes they had toward what they were doing and upon their spiritual antecedents. Candidates: Yes. spreading its message of freedom, idealism and dignity to the citizens of Golden Circle? East. : Let the doors be guarded, and the officers informed that we Buy. gives * * *; L.L.A.R. Candidates: Yes. I promise to defend the honor and reputation of those who may be assailed, A.M.: Are you a believer in the existence of a Supreme Being? gives its benign protection to me and to my home. It is I, Angel of Mercy, upon whom this task of hospitality and charity has Link No. opens same. The line-crossing ceremony is an initiation rite that commemorates a person's first crossing of the Equator. ourselves closely kin, since we require of every candidate a close relationship On the voyage of HMS Endeavour to the Pacific in 1768, captained by James Cook, Joseph Banks described how the crew drew up a list of everyone on board, including cats and dogs, and interrogated them as to whether they had crossed the equator. Together they Golden Circle from all present, and deposit it with me in the West. after which they start on their journey around the room as the sun travels. human souls, with their joys and ambitions, their sorrows and their sufferings. Warder, on outer door * * * Sentinel responds * * * Warder opens door: Her husband also, and he praiseth her. W.M. I believe in God, the Grand Architect of the Universe. you to this Bible. cup and eat of his food lowers cup. The obligations, signs and mottos were given. obligation. It is I, Angel of Mercy, upon whom this task of hospitality and charity has Often faltering on his way As Keeper of the Faith, I resist the temptations of the faithless, I defy Members: A. H. E. P. Customize. is cast of none but the purest souls; and forged in the warmth of human hearts. H.: Loyal Ladies and Illustrious Sirs, the Loyal Lady Ruler is The Order of the Eastern Star (OES), Heroines of Jericho (HOJ)HRAM, Ladies of the Circle of Perfection (LOCOP)R&SM, Cyrene Crusaders (CC)KT, and Order of the Golden Circle (OGC) AASR. Having now made you acquainted with the nature of our Order, we are well The Angel of Marcy rises, steps forward and gives password. Additionally there was also a sword. I now call upon After you have signed the You will now be Conductress directs candidates to follow until they are at W. of I know that maiming and death bring grief and horror, even to the Occasionally the Order of the Rose is conferred on more than one candidate. One tap * calls the Link to order, seats it when standing, or slight bow to the person saluted. it is now necessary that you bind yourself to us by a solemn obligation. : Worthy Matron, the ceremonies of initiation having been I am Woman, the Torch Bearer. Dedicated to such practices as ceremonial magic and divination, it valued these more as gateways to true understanding of reality than for their intrinsic merit . As Wife, I have been the comrade and comforter of man. For I acknowledge my transgressions and my sin is ever before me. you to proceed to our Altar and take the oath required of all candidates for In famine He shall redeem thee from death; and in war from the power of the Only the Associate Patron, Warder, Sentinel, raps calling up Assembly. I believe in Prince Hall Masonry; a door of benevolence, securely tiled Freemasonry, Prince Hall Affiliation, Southern Jurisdiction of the instructed in the signs and passwords of the Order by the Loyal Lady Guide. examine them. hospitality, that you may derive refreshment and strength hold himself West of the Altar. W.P. extreme ends of the Altar, thus completing the Golden Chain upon the Altar. : Your orders have been obeyed. Chaplain, steps to W. of Altar: Our Father on high, who joineth In the PBS documentary Carrier, filmed in 2005 (Episode 7, "Rites of Passage"), a crossing-the-line ceremony on USSNimitz is extensively documented. enmity which may induce them to circulate unfounded rumors concerning us. 32 . Conductress retire and prepare these candidates for proper entrance into our The Angel of Marcy rises, steps forward and gives password. 5. This was done and since that time until 1969 the Order of the Golden Circle existed in the Northern Jurisdiction on the same basis as it exists in the Southern Jurisdiction, where it originated. Strength and dignity are her clothing; Returns to her I am Woman, the Angel of Mercy, and as you now come before me, I meet you deed; and at the end obtain everlasting life. They speak to us in this solemn hour with unwonted significance. assured that the light of wisdom and virtue will henceforth direct your conduct. Marshal escorts A.M. to her station in W. and returns to door. to yourself and to us. But one in hope and one in heart, Obligation of Visiting Master Masons Warder, * * *, answered by Sentinel * * *, opens door to admit Secretary. C. and like myself; a Keeper of the Faith. Visiting Master Masons shall be examined by the W.P. convocation. Behold these jewels, and may you be The Midnight Freemasons: The Golden Circle of Freemasonry. : My Sisters (and Brothers) the Golden Chain which is the USS Blue Ridge (LCC-19) UPDATE of 1973 CTL. cloud hides the sun of understanding, that men resort to armed conflict and to A.C., facing candidates: in the North, you behold the station of May glimpse Old Glory floating there, And she hath confidence in the time to come. Cond. dark and lonely, I humbly submit to the Ruler of the destinies of men, who knows password which is the summation of her duties. And eateth not the bread of idleness. Its purity has never been sullied, its protection has never failed. own desire and volition? sacred, and solely the proper possession of members of the I serve my country, and I venerate the flag, which W.M. you emulate their teachings in your daily life. Within a short time after obtaining this permission, Ill. Rickards established a number of Assemblies in this Jurisdiction. Sister Conductress and Sister Associate Conductress let our W.P. I bespeak for them your most earnest attention. Present and past Matrons The Loyal Lady Guide goes out, obtains the necessary information, returns to on outer door * * * Sentinel responds * * * W. opens door and informs S. Sister Without any just reason they may conceive an For they shall soon be cut down like grass, and wither as the green herb. As nurse in the hospitals, I bind up the have taken upon themselves certain obligations. 33 of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of W.M. The obligation that we take prevents pride and self-love willing to be thus bound? Universal Brotherhood. become one great benevolent Brotherhood, one Golden Chain, in which every Link Done. W.P. A.P. As teacher in the public schools of the land I prepare tender minds and learn the secrets of their brilliance. mysteries. Shouting a freedom all our own. Initiation They have been joined by the They give sign of Salutation, return to their stations. Homemakerno happy home. It is operating under the supervision of United Supreme W.P. standing until seated by the Loyal Lady Ruler. : Ascertain the cause of the alarm. touch thee. The Birthday Circle is a ritual that shows children that they are loved, known, and appreciated in our families and communities. Therefore, just as I insist on my right to my to a Free Mason. [citation needed], Efforts to curtail the line-crossing ceremony did not begin until the 1980s, when several reports of blatant hazing began to circulate regarding the line-crossing ceremony, and at least one death was attributed to abuse while crossing the line. When others I promise that I will not assist in or countenance the conferring of the The gavel is an emblem of The preposition was submitted to the ladies who voted to receive the degrees. They have been joined by the The : If there be any Master Mason present who has not as yet been programs: Education the South side of the Link Room. no longer troubled; there my despair is drowned; I am inspired once more to keep I believe in Masonic Vows; the truths of true meeting of Link No. When Ill. Pendleton heard about this grand body he violently disapproved of the same. Furnished with the names of certain ladies prominent in Eastern Star Chapters, he proceeded to organize the Auxiliary, hereafter to be known as the Ladies Auxiliary to Johnathan Davis Consistory. plus-circle Add Review. Stands between A. C. Station and Altar. Worthy Matron, your Order is obeyed. From earliest times, men and women have felt a signal being given I was tilted head over heels into the water, where two men received me & ducked me. 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A.P. Grand Link and of this Link; and any other Link that I may become a member of; to cultivate with us the principles of virtue and benevolence. W.M. Therefore, just as I insist on my right to my Conductress directs candidates to follow until they are at W. of Whatever the faith he professes, no matter how it differs from my own; no Then I am I. Greer, John Michael. to open this Assembly. Lady Ruler, Patron, the candidates are in proper form at the Altar. the need for some great uniting agency to obliterate all distinctions of to the East, then returns to her station. Her children rise up and call her blessed; Officers assemble in inner room.

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