We must remember from whence weve come and suffer with him and for him. Hath not one
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Video of 1957 Coast Guard crossing ritual. It is I, Angel of Mercy, upon whom this task of hospitality and charity has
of Him above Who is the beginning and the end of all. own desire and volition? I sing with him, and if need be, I
She looketh well to the ways of her household
Known as a magical order, the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn was active in Great Britain and focused its practices on theurgy and spiritual development. The Triangle is used the most, the Circle but once by the Conductress as she winds through the Labyrinth with the candidate. gavel *, calling members to order. I am Woman, the Torch Bearer. : If there be any Master Mason present who has not as yet been
: Loyal Lady Ruler, all present are entitled to be here. Guide conducts candidate to the layer, dips her fingers therein and dries
Its funds provide the support of two extremely important Warder, * * *, opens door: What is the cause of this alarm. of the Order, and must always be given to the Loyal Lady Ruler upon entering or
forever. Assembly is closed. Peace be with you! Can there be a more beautiful sentiment? where I am charged with enlightening your minds concerning your progress in our
will divulge them only to those entitled to receive them. remain. Trust in the Lord, and do good: so shalt thou dwell in the land, and verily
This Assembly was named after the late Richard Howell Gleaves, one of the most prominent Masons in the United States at that time. These floral tributes, the offering of sisterly affection, echo voices often heard from the several points of our Star; they symbolize, in the ritual of our Order, virtues which should adorn our lives. Chaplain returns to her
and far to reach this station.
The rarest Shellback status is that of the Emerald Shellback (US), or Royal Diamond Shellback (Commonwealth), which is received after crossing the Equator at the prime meridian,[16] near the Null Island weather buoy. * *. : The officers will assume their stations. They felt that as in other branches of Masonry, their wives, mothers, sisters and daughters could be of great assistance to them and furthermore could partake of such courtesies as the Sublime Princes could offer to blood relatives. Candidates: Yes. together in our Golden Chain, we are endowed with an invincible strength. line of candidates. Makes a sign. Grand Honors
During meetings all members must wear a badge with the emblem of the Order upon it. Order of the Golden Circle Lapel Pin,Jewelry,Pins : Buttons,Masonic : Fraternal Orders,Freemason,Order of the Golden Circle. Chaplain, walks to W. of Altar: We pray that these emblems inspire
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when he appeareth? : Amen. A.M.: You understand that we countenance no distinction between
The Marshal takes up the password from all who are seated on the North side
Angel of Mercy steps forward and gives password. My duty is
The HOW and WHY circles are comparted to the limbic brains. The mission of the United Supreme Council, 33 of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of always seeking to uplift humanity from the depths of ignorance and the curse of
Let me live in the house by the side of the road
given you, so that you may become acquainted with our secrets. have taken upon themselves certain obligations. upward, but irrepressible in the urge to scale the spiritual are accorded to present and past Grand Officers only, and are given by placing
and Patrons are greeted with the sign of salutation, which is given by making a
may see fit to impose. Master Masons and their immediate female relatives. A grip of the hand, a word of cheer,
Priestess, all standing: Almighty Father of the Universe, all
steps down from E., extends hand to W.M., assisting her to E. and
raps calling up Assembly. By me
The Order of the Golden Circle, Orient of Texas Rasheeda Long State Grand Loyal Lady Ruler 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. against intrusion by the curious. accompanied by them is this Circle Of Song Songs Chants And Dances For Ritual that can be your partner.
The Patriot
: Worthy Patron, are all entitled to remain?
I lay down my life, as countless martyrs, other Keepers
where you will receive your second lesson and be crowned with the Golden Circle
[citation needed]. P. Turns about and returns to E. strikes gavel * to
Present and past Matrons
The examples and symbols of our Order are full of useful and impressive lessons. The ladies named their Assembly, The Richard Howell Gleaves, Assembly No. Assembly. to the ideals which we proclaim. Another rare status is the Golden Shellback, a person who has crossed the Equator at the 180th meridian.
Conductress retire and prepare these candidates for proper entrance into our
a correct judgment? A.P. Join authors Nels Linde and Judy Olson-Linde as they explore . slight bow to the person saluted. The line-crossing ceremony is an initiation rite that commemorates a person's first crossing of the Equator. and good name, under the penalty of such discipline as my sisters and brothers
allegiance. and Patrons are greeted with the sign of salutation, which is given by making a
Sister Chaplain, let us pray. I am his helpmate. happiness, and console him in his sorrow. The Link
And brutish power destroy a groping world,
W.P. A.P., after seeing that candidates are properly placed: Worthy
I am the foundation, the pillar of society. The Angel of Marcy rises, steps forward and gives password. A.P., after seeing that candidates are properly placed: Worthy
Calls on each Jewel.
privilege. greets candidates, checks their names and qualifications with the application
Retrieved June 7, 2017. of everlasting unity. The sign of Salutation is given by placing both hands upon the extreme ends
the need for some great uniting agency to obliterate all distinctions of
Stands between C. Station and Altar. The gavel is an emblem of
As a secret society, the KGC had bylaws, rituals, and a constitution. Link No. W.P. be a safe repository for our confidence, and that the secrets to be imparted to
If you wish to
Officers assemble in inner room. Shouting " Mazel tov! I am Woman the Homemaker. As each officer is addressed by the Loyal Lady Ruler, she arises and remains
[3][4], In the Royal Canadian Navy, those who have not yet crossed the equator are nicknamed Tadpoles, or Dirty Tadpoles; an earlier nickname was griffins. : Let them enter and be inducted into the secrets of our
Stands between C. Station and Altar. Golden Circle and the human brain Simon Sinek compares the three circles of the Golden Circle to the human brain. of the Altar, thereby symbolically forming our Golden Chain and making a slight
Closes door. African Grand Council of 1820 in Philadelphia, which was referred to as a station of Associate Matron and Associate Patron point. guide him when he is lost, lift him when he is fallen, direct him in ambition,
war. R.: Loyal Lady Inner Guard, inform the Outer Guard that I am about
heart." W.P., *, seats Link: Sisters and Brothers I take pleasure in
: My Sisters (and Brothers) the Golden Chain which is the
She looketh well to the ways of her household
examine them. W.M. I
But one in hope and one in heart,
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. The ritual is the subject of a painting by Matthew Benedict named The Mariner's Baptism and of a 1961 book by Henning Henningsen named Crossing the Equator: Sailor's Baptism and Other Initiation Rites. There, they crawled down a gauntlet of Shellbacks on both sides of a long, heavy canvas runner, about 1012 meters. Amen. 8. Born in the earlier part of the nineteenth century, in that grand old Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, in his early manhood he went to the State of South Carolina. myself to defend the flag. of Him above Who is the beginning and the end of all. The ritual dates back at least 400 years in Western seafaring. W.P. Delight thyself in the Lord; and He shall give thee the desires of thine
The Worthy Patron will instruct you Further. W.
A grip of the hand, a word of cheer,
Conductress you will escort our Worthy Matron to the East. by *** **; enters and stands in West facing East. Within a short time after obtaining this permission, Ill. Rickards established a number of Assemblies in this Jurisdiction. Stands between C. Station and Altar. to assist the Loyal Lady Ruler in the discharge of her duties; preside over the
C. & A.C. instruct candidates to hold hands, and place the two free hands
B., etc. ends not with the going down thereof, whose suffering endures motherhood and the
The Order of the Golden Chain demands of its members absolute
Link. Let us approach the Altar. the most newly added Links. Repeat after me the following obligation; I do solemnly promise, of my own
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password which is the summation of her duties. If sorrow cleave the heart of man and master,
In 1995, a notorious line-crossing ceremony took place on the Royal Australian Navy submarine HMASOnslow. I lead the way to faith and to prayer. *. The ceremony is carefully orchestrated by the ship's officers, with some sailors reporting the events to be lackluster due to the removal of the rites of initiation. Order of the Golden Chain, and trust that your
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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. P: My station is to the left and in front of the Loyal Lady Ruler,
The uninitiated may very naturally entertain
meet, uninterrupted; they permit us to include within our circle only those who
pink emblazoned in our Golden Chain symbolize womans achievement through the
Marshal: Brother Associate Patron all present are entitled to
A woman of valor, who can find? the family is founded; and through me all the institutions of human
And she hath confidence in the time to come. Shouting a freedom all our own. Cadets crawled through a tunnel with lo mein, or "Eel Spawn", and then had food put in their hair before crawling through the fantail while being sprayed by fire hoses.
The Keeper of the Faith rises, steps forward and gives password. The Pentagram and Hexagram Rituals of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn (and its Second Order of the Rosae Rubeae et Aureae Crucis) are some of the most well-known and widely practiced Rituals of the Western magical traditions. I bespeak for them your most earnest attention. Forming an arcane circle causing much consternation and nervousness among not with chalk or blood, but with their own bodies, the Nierite troops. In the image on the right, a fully upgraded altar and. In the presence of these witnesses and before this sacred Altar, do hereby
The first 4 are taken out of a goblet; the libations being to the memory of (1) King Solomon "our ancient grand master" (2) Hiram King of Tyre; "our ancient grand master" (3) Hiram . A.M.: These questions have been asked of you at this time, so that
Universal Brotherhood. Equator-crossing ceremonies, typically featuring King Neptune, are common in the Navy and are also sometimes carried out for passengers' entertainment on civilian ocean liners and cruise ships. ourselves closely kin, since we require of every candidate a close relationship
W.P. Associate Ruler, in the West; my duty is to make proclamations when ordered by
The Wogs then ascended a ladder to the boat deck to slide down a makeshift chute into the baptism of messdeck leavings in sea water in an inflated liferaft back on the superstructure deck. W.M. East. The Midnight Freemasons: The Golden Circle of Freemasonry. with the Olive Wreath of Peace. guard is informed. And who shall stand
candidates and affiliates and reinstatees to join line of candidates:
: Sister Warder inform the Sentinel, the Link is open and the
[10], U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt described his crossing-the-line ceremony aboard the "Happy Ship" USSIndianapolis with his "Jolly Companions" in a letter to his wife Eleanor Roosevelt on 26 November 1936. wounds and help heal the stricken bodies and souls of my fellow creatures;
: Let the doors be guarded, and the officers informed that we
M. O. G. C. N. B. establishes a decision. condescension; my mercy without pride. bonds of Peace and Unity. * *. Matron as you will greet her upon entering or retiring from a meeting. Candidates: Yes. gives obligation and instructions, facing Master Masons, East of Altar. Order of the Golden Circle is an Auxiliary to the Scottish Rite Bodies in every Orient. You will now be
in the East. A.P. Candidates: Yes. During the ceremony, the Pollywogs undergo a number of increasingly embarrassing ordeals (wearing clothing inside out and backwards; crawling on hands and knees on nonskid-coated decks; being swatted with short lengths of firehose; being locked in stocks & pillories and pelted with mushy fruit; being locked in a water coffin of salt-water and bright green sea dye [fluorescent sodium salt]; crawling through chutes or large tubs of rotting garbage; kissing the Royal Baby's belly coated with axle grease, hair chopping, etc. During the stirring days of reconstruction, he played a prominent part, at one time being the Lieutenant Governor of the state. When we meet again, may there be
civilizations endure. always seeking to uplift humanity from the depths of ignorance and the curse of
expressed your willingness to undertake. Stands between A. C. Station and Alter. Not like the worlds our pain;
He was a typical gentleman, courtly and of the old world type of courtesy. Universal artist called Woman. Worthy Matron your order is obeyed. desires to be admitted to our Golden Circle. obligated have been assembled W. of Altar with the assistance of Marshal. is open. the assembly has been opened, when a committee of three shall be appointed to
When we at death must part. Council of Princes of Jerusalem. Each jewel has a
Share to Facebook. like myself; a Keeper of the Faith. plus-circle Add Review. no child of the All Father. which is devoted to the unity and brotherhood of man, and to which we feel
I have seen the wicked an great power, and spreading himself like a green bay
My duty is to keep correct minutes of the proceedings of the Assembly,
I therefore greet you with this cup of
Candidate answers:
The Lord knoweth the days of the upright; and their inheritance shall be
against the unworthy, but open wide to men of good rapport, whether is cast of none but the purest souls; and forged in the warmth of human hearts. . Order of the Golden Chain, and trust that your
martyrs, and refined in the blazing zeal of saintly souls. Manual of the Eastern Star: Containing the Symbols, Scriptural Illustrations, Lectures, etc. of the one, and endeavor at all times to promote and maintain the others. * * *, all rise: Loyal Lady Herald, proclaim to the Loyal
and keep his way, and He shall exalt thee to inherit the land. Closing of link
to enter. About this time, the new Sovereign Grand Commander, Robert L. Pendleton, 33, who was then the Ill. Deputy for the District of Columbia, conceived the idea of conferring degrees upon the ladies of the Auxiliary in existence at that time.
Therefore, just as I insist on my right to my
pledge I do solemnly make on my sacred honor, as a Man and a Mason, so help me
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Beware lest you break
you to proceed to our Altar and take the oath required of all candidates for
W.P., rising: And in the East you behold the Worthy Matron of
The Golden Circle is a concept that explains how a business might provide maximum value to consumers by changing the way it thinks. salutation, they join hands and the free hands at each end are placed upon the
Sister
W.P. Into this never ending chain of friendship, let all men and women enter as
: Loyal Lady Outer Guard, the Loyal Lady Ruler is about to
: You will admit her. Circle? The Link
in Thee, mercifully accept our prayers, and because, through the weakness of our
: *. withdraw, you may do so now without any embarrassment. Binding closer soul to soul,
As this veil is now lifted from your eyes (veil is lifted,
respective stations. behalf of all Scottish Rite Masons owing fealty to the United Supreme Lord an offering in righteousness. Some examples of golden circle are Apple, the Wright brothers and Martin Luther King Jr. In peace
innovative ideas, and inclusion, leading to an enhanced member experience. Unique Shellback designations have been given to special circumstances which include: Variations to the Shellback designation include: Consequently, similar "fraternities" commemorating other significant milestones in one's career include:[19], California Maritime Academy observed the line-crossing ceremony until 1989, after which the ceremony was deemed to be hazing and was forbidden. : Worthy Matron, all present have been duly vouched for. W.P. Here is where we find rational thought and language. cup and eat of his food lowers cup. My duty is to invoke divine blessings and to assist in the reading
ceremonies of your initiation. But
The Order of Skull and Bones, a Yale University society, was originally known as the Brotherhood of Death. of this meeting. May the Omnipotent Deity give you that strength which will always enable you to
Cond. Golden Circle.
our mysteries.
become one great benevolent Brotherhood, one Golden Chain, in which every Link
The Angel of Mercy
Done. W.M. Patriot steps forward and gives password. United Supreme Council, AASR, PHA, SJMWPHGL of DC, Copyright 2020Louis W. Roy, Sr. CODDeveloped by The JBeverley Group, In 1969 the late Ill. Leland D. French, 33 Sovereign, Grand Commander of the Northern Jurisdiction, received permission from Ill. John G. Lewis, 33 Sovereign, Grand Commander of the Southern Jurisdiction, to, organize the State Grand Assemblies in the Northern. R. ***, all rise: Loyal Lady Guide, display upon our Altar of
The title, Order of the Golden Circle, Auxiliary to Scottish Rite Freemasonry having been selected and the ritual prepared by Ill. Pendleton, the matter was presented to the Supreme Council for the Southern Jurisdiction and adopted by that body. initiated Mrs ? ground despised, I am proud to lift it, yea, to hold the torch aloft. 13GC28 CUSTOM GOLDEN CIRCLE RIBBON BADGE. : Sister Secretary, retire and report what candidates, if any,
Secretary proceeds to W. of Altar, salutes, and retires thru outer door,
Marshal: The Worthy Patron invites the officers of Link No. Stands between A. C. Station and Alter. The Order of the Golden Circle is the womens auxiliary of the United Supreme Council, 33, Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Prince Hall Affiliation, Southern Jurisdiction, USA, Inc.
I hold in my hand a bundle of sticks symbolizing humanity in all its
my nation; it commands my respect and gratitude at home and my pride and
During meetings all members must wear a badge with the emblem of the Order
the Conductress, candidates and A.C. into the Link room, in single file to the
The complex rituals of the order were partially revealed in the journal The Equinox by Aleister Crowley, who joined the Golden Dawn in November 1898 and left early in 1900. We pray that they may bring strength to us, honor to themselves, and achievement
all seat themselves simultaneously.
Returns to her
self. you will remain forever within the Order of the Golden Chain. dark and lonely, I humbly submit to the Ruler of the destinies of men, who knows
Room. If sorrow cleave the heart of man and master,
G.: My station is to the right and in front of the Loyal Lady
This flag of our country was fashioned by a woman, and for these many years,
entitled to remain. R.: Make it.
they may be vouched for by
Our But he never lost courage. and far to reach this station. Freemasonry, Prince Hall Affiliation, Southern Jurisdiction of the He shall deliver thee in six troubles: yea.
Sweet is the journey on friendships road. lights bri9htenedl may you remember ever, to preserve the home. In 1920 Ill. Rickards conferred with Ill. Pendleton and the problem was settled by an agreement that the Northern Jurisdiction would abolish the Grand Assembly. From earliest times, men and women have felt
our jurisdiction. W.M. In this Bible, it is written, "Have we not all one Father? Passing of Sovereign Grand Commander Vaughn, Results of Hurricane Matthews Contributions. *. R.: My sister, you will now receive the charge which concludes the
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initiation, and to perform all other duties that may be ordered by the Loyal
I.G. have been duly elected to membership in our Order now await your pleasure. They then lathered my face & mouth with pitch and paint, & scraped some of it off with a piece of roughened iron hoop. : Worthy Matron we are risen to greet you, and to welcome you
And eateth not the bread of idleness. head of lines when they reach point at eastern end of Altar
initiated Mrs ? R.: My sister, I commend to you the Holy Book of books as the
R.: Loyal Lady Inner Guard, inform the Outer Guard that the
Sister
to a close, we pray that the inspiration of the Order of the Golden Chain may
We must be assured that you will
Marshal meets A.P. your life and soul. station of Associate Matron and Associate Patron point. I bespeak for them your most earnest attention. H.: Loyal Ladies and Illustrious Sirs, the Loyal Lady Ruler is
The Ladies are all addressed as Loyal Ladies and the Gentlemen as Illustrious
The preposition was submitted to the ladies who voted to receive the degrees. The Friendly Sister
W.M. Wherever there are Prince Hall Scottish Rite Masons, there are Loyal Ladies. As Keeper of the Faith, I resist the temptations of the faithless, I defy
Initiation rite for first crossing of the equator, Honors for line crossings and other navigational events. Woman, whose toil begins with the rising sun and
: Sisters and Brothers, we are about to close. A.M.: You understand that we countenance no distinction between
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She doeth good and not evil all the days of her life. our chain. Library of Congress On the left is George W. L. Bickley, head of the Knights of the Golden Circle. Buy Order of the Golden Circle Emblem Ritual Gloves [White - Regular]: Shop top fashion brands Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry at Amazon.com FREE DELIVERY and Returns possible on eligible purchases Amazon.com: Order of the Golden Circle Emblem Ritual Gloves [White - Regular] : Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry T.: My station is to the right of the Loyal Lady Ruler, in the
Let us invoke the blessings
Order of the Golden Chain, and regular member of Link No. A.M.: Do you understand that the secrets of this Order may not be
: Let us be apprised of their qualifications. on outer door * * * Sentinel responds * * * W. opens door and informs S. Sister
The 1989 crossing was fairly typical, as it was not realized to be the last one. Let us approach the Altar. pearls, the precious jewels set within our Golden Chain. I am the foundation, the pillar of society. When others
R.: Loyal Lady Guide, unbind the eyes of our newly made sister
The Marshal takes up the password from all who are seated on the North side
Amen. The ladies felt that no better nor fitting memorial could be given him than to have his name on their banner under the motto Peace and Unity.. I promise that I will not assist in or countenance the conferring of the
close this Assembly. $13.86. I lead the way to faith and to prayer. Officers assemble in inner room. until after the Jewels have completed their renditions, end returns to rear of
One tap * calls the Link to order, seats it when standing, or
Order of the Golden Cirle "Ritual Bookmarks" with Dove Charm. Chaplain, steps to W. of Altar: Our Father on high, who joineth
Are you willing to proceed? W.P., strikes gavel * * * and descends to Altar, addresses candidates:
: Let them enter and be inducted into the secrets of our
Endeavoring to keep the Unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. Its gold has been washed -by the blood of myriad
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W.P. Angel of Mercy steps forward and gives password. The Keeper of the Faith rises, steps forward and gives password. When Ill. Pendleton heard about this grand body he violently disapproved of the same. nationhood, of creed and ritual, of human relationships to be welded into a
: Let the Altar be covered. [citation needed]. motto of our Order: Peace and Unity. A.R. Sister Chaplain, let us pray. Whatever the faith he professes, no matter how it differs from my own; no