The advisory council understanding the demolay member vi. Originally, the crown of the arms contained pearls, not rubies. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Demolay, but not be overwhelmed with the large age differences and ritual work that is part of demolay. Scj voucher pdf scj fillable voucher pdf scj deposit voucher. Junior squire moves directly to the round table and places the book in the. Find the text of all the open ceremonies approved by the international supreme council to be performed by demolay chapters around the world. Land was very proud of the teachings of his craft and very well known globally for his work in freemasonry, even becoming imperial potentate of the shrine of north. Golway, who is an active voting member of demolay international, and is referred to as executive officer for new jersey. The goal of the squires is to allow boys between the ages of nine and twelve an opportunity to participate in some of the fun activities of demolay, but not be overwhelmed with the large age differences and ritual work that is part of demolay. Brother marshall is one of those energetic, loyal and sincere members of the fraternity, whom it is a pleasure to meet. Loss of a demolay brother my freemasonry freemason. The premier youth organization dedicated to teaching young men to be better persons and leaders.
Official recognition and approval by masonic groups was desired by dad land. Mar 18, 2012 the death of jacques demolay well, today marks the spot where 698years ago the 23rd and last grand master of poor fellowsoldiers of christ and of the temple of solomon, or the knights templar, was put to death by the french king. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. Appendix b contains a program of selected music titles. I think few would argue that the demolay degree can be one of the most impressive experiences in all of freemasonry, let alone in demolay. Please go over them carefully and ask the panel members to.
Demolay international centennial ritual competitions auditors summary initiatory degree team the judging panel has very carefully evaluated your presentation in this contest and has rated you as shown. The address is authorized as a talk to be given after the conferring on the initiatory or demolay degrees and at other ceremonies. Centennial ritual competitions demolay international. Click here to be transferred to the demolay international public ceremonies page where the uptodate versions of. However, there is no page separation within the text block, as it is a unit unto itself. Demolay in new jersey is led by its adult leader, bruce c. However, should a chapters membership include members from more than one. Recipes from women associated with the demolay fraternal organization, founded in kansas city in 1919.
Officers is a black cape robe lined with red with the demolay emblem on the wearers right breast. The demolay ritual was written by frank marshall, a reporter for the kansas city star newspaper in the early 1920s and a friend of demolay founder frank s. Demolays relationship to freemasonry the masonic trowel. Masonry endorses demolay as demolay chapters grew in numbers. Demolay have been outlined in our ritual, and you should always try to live up to our principles. Demolay resources southern california jurisdiction order. Demolay demolay is an organization dedicated to preparing young men to lead successful, happy, and productive lives. Demolay is a little bit different, in that for those that are too young to join demolay, there is actually a full on organization for. Demolay teaches young men from the ages of 12 to 21 the concepts of leadership, the importance of being a good citizen and member of the community, and the importance of. Except for the 1st edition, and until the 10th edition, the obligations and signs were printed in a book of secret work only in possession of the.
It will be monitored daily, so never be afraid to ask for help when it comes to your ritual needs. Ritual books sacraments are enacted through liturgical rituals that consist of sacred symbols, words, and actions through which we encounter jesus christ. So, if you follow the exact wording that the book says is correct for ceremonies and rituals, there is a chance that here and there youll be wrong by the current standard. Demolay is an organization dedicated to preparing young men to lead successful, happy, and productive lives.
Excellence is more than knowing the part wordforword perfect, or knowing where to stand and move according to the dictates of the ritual or monitor, or delivering the part. But my chapter dad still wants me to only focus on ritual and come to secret basically underground ritual practices. A short history of british columbia demolay the order of demolay was founded in kansas city, missouri by dad frank s. Demolay is a very good thing for a young man to experience.
The book is used so i was a little worried it might be marked up a lot. Demolay was incorporated in the 1990s and is classified by the irs as a taxexempt 501c3 organization demolay is open for membership to young men between the ages of 12 to. Demolay ritual book pdf ritual of secret work of the order of demolay on free shipping on qualifying. Demolay, but not be overwhelmed with the large age differences and ritual work. In a chapter meeting, only the holy bible and school books must be. Today in masonic history we discuss the order of demolay.
What the orders ritual does not tell its young charges is that demolay was burned at the stake for being a homosexual, a pedophile lover of young boys, and for practicing witchcraft and worshiping a false god named baphomet. Z is the point demolay ritual book n the walking band nearest demolay ritual book station of the officer s being directed. In the 1st5th editions, and there is no explanation of a. So this year, at my urging, he entered the ritual competition in fifth preceptor, junior division.
In those instances in which the chapter room or meeting place imposes physical. Each jurisdiction has one executive officer, who is in charge of demolay in his jurisdiction. Land, director of the masonic relief and employment bureau of the scottish rite of freemasonry. The use of music in all demolay ritual work is strongly recommended. Everyone was a ritual expert demolay international. The demolay ritual makes a great hero of its namesake. Demolay edition of the holman pronouncing edition the holy bible containing the old and new testaments. While i dont have a ritual book in front of me to quote it, the orator, at the beginning of the ceremony states that the events portrayed in the. Ritual information page southern california jurisdiction.
In those instances in which the chapter room or meeting place imposes physical limitations, the chapter may. Flower talk one of the best messages demolay has is the flower talk. Last year, i took him to fall fest, the annual demolay ritual competition and dodge ball tournament, and he enjoyed himself thoroughly, dodge ball being his one exception to the no sports rule. In the 1st5th editions, and there is no explanation of a salute, except in the 1st edition, which says. Demolay edition of the holman pronouncing edition the holy. Very special thanks to peter brusoe, 32 for setting it all up. It is not only impressive to a new initiate, but it also has a captivating influence on mothers. Land 18901959 founded demolay in kansas city, missouri. An effective calendar makes it almost unnecessary for a young man to have to explain demolay because he can simply invite his friends to experience it. Land was very proud of the teachings of his craft and very well known globally for his work in freemasonry, even becoming imperial potentate of the shrine of north america. One degree is a symbolic journey where you get taken around and told things about how you should live your life.
Chivalric knights of the holy order of the fellow soldiers of jacques demolay. The crown appearing in the selfadopted heraldic arms the emblem of the order contains 10 rubies, each of which represents one of the original nine and the organizations founder, frank s. A bit of glue applied along the binding may restore this book back to health. Posted on march, 2020 grand masters class and loh observance postponed. Microsoft word initiatory and demolay degrees parts2. Brother frank land, when asked to define the order of demolay, stated. This ritual is the property of the grand council of the order of demolay.
May 22, 2018 i got word from a old high school friend demolay brothermasonic brother via facebook that he was found passed away in his apartment in murray ky this morning. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Demolay is the premier youth organization dedicated to helping young men learn to be better persons and leaders. The ritual file is protected by a password which is the word of the degree. The executive officer, upon receiving an appointment to demolay international, and assuming his duties and before he ever gives the secret vow of the legion of honor, should sign the vow book upon the pages set aside for this purpose. Has anyone had a bad experience with demolay freemasons.
The purposes of demolay a brief history of jacques demolay iii. General instructions the priory should have such furnishings and paraphernalia as are necessary for the full presentation of the ceremonies contained in this ritual. In those instances in which the chapter room or meeting hail impose physical limitations, the chapter may make the adjustments necessary, so long as. Basing its approach on timeless principles and practical, handson experience, demolay opens doors for young men aged 12 to 21 by developing the civic awareness, personal responsibility and leadership skills so vitally needed in society today. Marshall of kansas city, missouri and the circumstances surrounding the writing of this marvelous work are very interesting, especially to those who have seen the exemplification of the ritual. Pennsylvania demolay now has an email account devoted to making the states ritual more efficient.
Masonry endorses demolay as demolay chapters grew in numbers and strength, the organization as a whole grew in prestige, and with the greater prestige interest developed in the masonic fraternity. That robe is for use by all officers in open ceremonies. These rituals are codified in ritual texts, many of which are available through the usccb. The beautiful ritual of demolay was written by frank a.
To discover the answer, we had to again consult with bro. Demolay edition of the holman pronouncing edition the holy bible containing the old and new testaments on. The rituals are likely similar to other fraternal orders, resembling more that of college fraternities. The goal of the washington demolay ritual competition is to foster excellence in ritual. The international supreme council, order of demolay. For more information on adopting a book to help restore the house of the temple please go to, or call 18664483773. Demolay members preparing a ritual part should consult appendix a for a thorough understanding of the meanings of the words and correct pronunciations so they may more effectively teach the lessons contained in the degrees. The order of demolay, often just referred to as demolay, is a youth organization that is sponsored by freemasonry. It sounds like this demolay went to a conclave, which includes ritual competitions. The text block has begun to separate from the covers. Ohio demolay ohio demolay, tomorrows leaders today.
Demolay international, founded in kansas city, missouri, in 1919, is an international fraternal organization for young men ages 12 to 21. For whatever reason, the exact details of demolay ritual have changed in the many years since the order was founded in 1919. Yet, one line of that degree always tugged at me a little. This ritual of secret work of the order of demolay is the official standard for all.
In order to keep unreveled the secrets of freemasonry, these rituals can only be read by the possessors of the degree. Demolay is for young men between the ages of 12 and 21. Price new from used from paperback, 1969 please retry. I saved a lot of moneyand the book was everything it needed to be. It had been active for 100 years and the majority of the items date back to the early 1900s. Land with nine young men between the ages of 16 and 21. Demolay, the premier international youth leadership organization, striving to shape young men into leaders of character. Demolay handbook, published by the international supreme council order of demolay, k. With over 40 chapters in northern california, youll be able to find one close to you.
Nohassle return policy if not completely satisfied. It presumes the existence of ideal conditions for the presentation of t. Greg schaeffer, former chairman of the demolay international ritual and regalia committee, who reported the following information. Most people say it is easier to experience demolay. It looks like slightly used but all pages are neat. Holy bible, the speaker should then use the title of the book if using an alternate text. This smallscale, lovingly selfproduced mimeographed booklet. An apparel brand that designs high quality products for the masonic family. The squire sof the round table is for demolay pledges, ages 10 to 12, their groups are called manors, and they have elected officers, the master squire acting as president. The calendar needs to be developed as a representation of the demolay experience both from a members perspective and a prospect. The minute book reveals the chapter ceased formal operation on june 2, 1941, having moved to the ymca. This monitor of ceremonies of the order of demolay is the official standard for all nonsecret ceremonial work of the order. Open ceremonies demolay international celebrates its.
Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. It is most appropriate to have demolay ritual book candidate come forward and kiss the holy bible on the altar however. These competitions will be held under the strict observance of. The order of demolay was founded in 1919 in kansas city, missouri, by frank s. Ohio demolay 614 8935965 po box 30447, gahanna, ohio 432300447. Ritual degrees and ceremonials of the order of demolay. Appendix a contains a brief dictionary of words used in demolay ceremonies, including correct pronunciations. This ritual of secret work of the order of demolay is the official standard for all ceremonial work of the order. It presumes the existence of ideal conditions for the presentation of the work. Its easy, but in case of problem, we can help with pleasure. Even when the corona virus hits the world and everything is put to a hault. Though little is known of his actual life and deeds except for his last years as grand master, he is one of the best known templars.
While the ritual may be poetic and impressive, it was also designed with a thoughtful level of complexity both in prose, movement and uniformity. In trying to define what freemasonry expects from demolay, we should look to the seven cardinal virtues and the vows of a demolay. By epitomizing timeless values, and accepting the challenge of leadership both of character and of action the young men of demolay transform themselves into. Literally speaking, i would say the order or demolay is a youth organization for young men whose purpose is the building of better citizens.
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