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Hello
in one of my posting I mentioned a Masonic group for young ladies call Rainbow (International Order of Rainbow) and received a response from Rifleman1776, who it turns out is also a Mason. I was wounding if there are other brothers out there as well. So if you are a member of IAP and also a Freemason lets here from you.


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Yes and yes My wife and daughter have the Grand Cross of color for Rainbow I joined in 1977 :O) Daughter was in the Grand line and was the worthy advisor 4 times I think and my wife was the mother advisor 3 times ! iam just a Mason :O) I got hit to hard on the head :O)


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Cav, not sure what an Orthodox Druid really does or is, but if it would help me win an IAP contest, sign me up! Maybe we can get DocStram to join too?

Rob[}:)]
 
8 and counting brothers not bad, I am also a Shiner, member of the Sphinx's cycle unit we ride Harley Davidson in parades. Both daughter where in Rainbow in fact they where both Grand Worthy Advisor. Wife and I are also member of OES
 
Originally posted by Rob
<br />Cav, not sure what an Orthodox Druid really does or is, but if it would help me win an IAP contest, sign me up! Maybe we can get DocStram to join too?

Rob[}:)]
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Rob, I checked with DocStram. He is a Reform Druid and is waaay too liberal for the Orthodox Druids. I am confused anyway. I saw the Sphinx when I was in Egypt years ago, and I didn't see any cycles anywhere. [;)]

However, if you or anyone else wants to join up, just send me three prime amboyna burl blanks, and you are immediately a member. As long as we can keep DocStram and Becca out, maybe one of us can win a contest!! [:D]
 
On my first trip to Myrtle Beach there were two motorcycle riding, funny dressing groups in town for conventions. Harley riders and Shriners - interesting mix.

Chris
 
Originally posted by beathard
<br />Any Shriners, York Rite, or Scottish Rite members out there... Yes, I am a little obsessive...
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I'm a Shriner, Scimitar Center in Little Rock, Arkansas. And Twin Lakes Shrine Club, Mountain Home, Arkansas. Demited out of York Rite, PHP.
 
Originally posted by Rifleman1776
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Originally posted by angboy
<br />Doesn't anyone speak English in thie thread??? [:D][:D] I think I need a translator!
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Ask a local Mason. If accepted, you will be taught.
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Angela, I think you can get a decoder ring. As the guys on the miniature cycles in some parades. I think they keep the rings under their fez! Don't ask the Demited(sp) ones with scimitars, though! [;)]

edit for extra information: Angela, I remember that someone is in charge of the Rainbow Coalition, track them down for more information.
 
Originally posted by angboy
<br />Doesn't anyone speak English in this thread??? [:D][:D] I think I need a translator!
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Angela, I think our friends have fallen off the wagon or maybe it was the space ship[:D]
 
Originally posted by wdcav1952
Angela, I think you can get a decoder ring.
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That can't be true, otherwise the TV show Vanished wouldn't have made sense. But I think it got too close to the truth, that's why they took it off the air.


He he he...who's the conspiracy theorist NOW Frank? [:D]
 
Originally posted by Jim in Oakville
<br />I stayed at a Holiday Inn Express last week, does that count?


I am clueless as to what a Mason is or a Rainbow etc is, is that a US only thing?
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Not hardly a U.S. thing. It is worldwide. Freemasonry goes so far back in history that it's origins are open to debate. It is clear from records, however, that the building of King Solomon's temple about 5000 B.C. was a period of significant growth for the Biblically founded fraternity. During many troubled centuries, Masons, who really worked with stone and tools traveled freely across borders to build most of the great castles and cathedrals found in Europe and elsewhere. Today, the honesty and dedication to craftsmanship are preserved in symbolic Masonry.
Rainbow Girls is an organization recognized by Masons to teach values to young ladies. DeMolay is a similar group for young men.
Scottish Rite and York Rite are side, some would say 'advanced' orders of Masonry where men learn more about the history of the craft and further it's principals.
Shrine is an organization, while not officially affiliated with Masonry, that does require applicants to be Masons and follow Masonic principals. Originally founded to just have fun and parties, later adopted the care of crippled children as it's philanthropy. Today, the Shrine operate about 23 pediatric orthopedic hospitals around the country and provide the finest such care possible in the world, all at no cost to the child or it's family.
That is a very condensed 'nut shell' explanation of who/what we are.
BTW, all but two or three signers of the Declaration of Independence were Masons.
 
Originally posted by Rifleman1776
Today, the Shrine operate about 23 pediatric orthopedic hospitals around the country and provide the finest such care possible in the world, all at no cost to the child or it's family.
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To those who think Frank might be over-selling the care and service provided by the Shriner's - if anything, he's being uncharacteristically humble.
 
Originally posted by lwalden
<br />Is a conservative neo-pagan close enough?[:D][}:)][:D][}:)]

and is there such a thing?

Originally posted by wdcav1952
<br />Not to hijack the thread, but are there any other Orthodox Druids out there?
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I just knew I would get the neo-pagan question! It always comes up for some reason. First, by being a neo-pagan, you already are conservative. All of the liberal neo-pagans were wiped out in the Taxonomic Wars. Since you guys are solitary or in small groups, I don't blame you for not knowing the above. Still, I was not going to let you join until I saw those other guys claim Ben Hur as a member. If they are going to grab Ben Hur for a member without even mentioning the accident with the stunt man during the filming, I guess a neo-pagan can hang with Orthodox Druids. Still, that liberal DocStram will have to mend his ways before we let him join. [;)]
 
Not to argue, but Masonic thing is nothing of what it was in the founding fathers day. I am not a mason, nor care to be one, but have heard lots of things about the founding and such, and that the modern day leaders (in the 60's I believe) were glad to get rid of the Christian influence. From what I hear, most don't know that until they go to a masonic funeral, and hear nothing about Christ and Heaven, but about hoping all the good they have done they will be accepted. but I guess that this could start a big discussion, <u>not my intent</u>. Yes, they do a lot of good things. Just don't agree that it is Biblically based.
 
Third generation mason, blue lodge is Mount Cory #418, Scotish Rite Valley of Toledo.

To help others who are curious, there is nothing about masons that can not be found out from your local library, only thing is figuring out if what you read is truth or someone's perception.

My wife grew up Catholic and had her own perception and questions in which she researched at the library, she found out to my suprise, most of what George Washington, myself and all fellow masons experience.

Having read many posts in my short time as a member of IAP, I have to say I am not supprised to find many masons among the IAP

TO BE ONE ASK ONE
 
Obviously, I have chosen to have some teasing fun with this thread. Whether that was right or wrong is certainly up for debate.

At this point, I think it is best to end this thread. The subject is very close to politics and religion, two subjects best left off of a forum such as this.

When someone begins a discussion of secret rites and rituals of any club or group, I find it inappropriate here at this site. Please understand that I am not speaking for or against freemasonry, just expressing an opinion that in depth discussion of the subject belongs in PM's or on a forum of its own.

This forum has always been based on free and open discussion of pen making tricks and techniques. Semi-secret codes, handshakes and organizational names that make no sense to non-members do not belong here, in my personal opinion. Accordingly, I strong suggest that the moderators lock or remove this thread.

For what it is worth, the above is my opinion, and mine alone.
 
Originally posted by Paul in OKC
<br />Not to argue, but Masonic thing is nothing of what it was in the founding fathers day. I am not a mason, nor care to be one, but have heard lots of things about the founding and such, and that the modern day leaders (in the 60's I believe) were glad to get rid of the Christian influence. From what I hear, most don't know that until they go to a masonic funeral, and hear nothing about Christ and Heaven, but about hoping all the good they have done they will be accepted. but I guess that this could start a big discussion, <u>not my intent</u>. Yes, they do a lot of good things. Just don't agree that it is Biblically based.

You "heard" incorrect information. Masonry, up to Master Mason, is, indeed, based on pre-Christ Biblical history. Scottish Rite and York Rite are later developments that are deeply committed to Christian principals and New Testaments teachings. In one of my advanced degrees I gave an oath to protect Christianity with my life, if necessary.
What you hear at funerals is based on Old Testament and is allegorical. But that is far different than denial.
Whether or not you agree, the facts (if you wish to study them) do show that Masonry is based on the Bible.
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Edit: somehow, all this went in as Paul's quote. Only second paragraph is mine. computer glitch?
 
Cav, it is in the casual conversation forum.
Admittedly, there is a lot of misunderstanding about Masonry. Some churches denounce it out of pure ignorance.
While there may be the potential for a flaming discussion, for now, I ask the moderators to just watch and use their discretion.
 
Frank, I must respectfully disagree. I believe your third sentence illustrates a part of my point. You believe denouncement of masonry to be "pure ignorance." In my opinion, such a statement opens the door for dogma diametrically opposed to your opinion.

Regardless, I do not feel that freemasonry is an appropriate topic for discussion. In fairness, you would have to allow a discussion on the Illuminati, Bilderbergers, New World Order, 33rd Degree Mason, and the like.

Again, I feel that this discussion is on thin ice with respect to the usual ban on religion and politics.
 
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