Moslah Oct 2015
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Moslah Oct 2015
FORT WORTH, TEXAS VOLUME XCXI October 2015 Potentate’s Column Commitment to the Future At our Stated Mee ng in September, we had a hard choice to make: raise our dues by $35 per year to stabilize our Temple’s financial security or find more ways to significantly cut our budget to avoid an increase. There were legi mate posi ons on both sides of the issue. Over the past three years, we had cut our opera ng budget by over 30%. Could we cut more? At what cost to our services? There was also D. Michael Wallach concern for the impact of the increase. Potentate With the average age of our Temple membership being seventy years of age, an increase would be expected to be problema c for some. By the same token, to reduce the increase to older members would mean to shi the difference to younger members in order to raise the funds needed with the proposal, which would provide a disincen ve for retaining and recrui ng young members in the future. Prior to the mee ng, the sense that I had gained from many discussions was that many members intended to vote for the dues increase resolu on but out of a sense of resigna on, i.e. “we go a do what we go a do”. While this foretold a likely approval of the resolu on, I was concerned that we would be doing so by default rather than by design. Therefore, at the close of the discussion on the resolu on, I asked the members to use their vote not as an expression of resigna on but as one of commitment to our future. A er all, we did not have to do anything. If we chose, we could just enjoy each other’s company for a while, mourn our mutual losses, and, in the end, close the doors like many other civic and fraternal organiza ons. We “don’t go a do anything.” However, I urged that if we want to send a message to ourselves, to the rest of our members and to our community that we believe in the principles of Masonry and the Shriners Creed, that we believe in being compassionate and caring for each other as brothers and to children in need of medical care, and to being able to do this for the future, then vote yes to this resolu on and do so by a wide margin of approval. By our vote, we chose to send the message of commitment to our future, 100 votes in favor and only 7 opposed. Let us move forward from this point, rededicated to the growth of our fraternity and to the support of our great hospitals. As members of Shriners Interna onal, we are part of the strongest fraternity in the world. As Shriners we are dedicated to suppor ng the greatest philanthropy in the world, Shriners Hospitals for Children. Let’s do what Shriners do best—have fun, helping kids! And let’s spread the word! Yours in the Faith, Michael Wallach In this Issue... Potentate’s Column................. 1 Octoberfest .............................. 2 New Members ......................... 2 In Memoriam................................. 2 Masonic Family Day................ 3 Thank you.................................. 3 Circus Schedule ....................... 4 Street Corner Collections....... 4 Unit Reports.............................. 5 Centennial Celebration .......... 5 Calendar .................................... 5 Published in the interest of Shrinedom by Moslah Shrine, 1100 Henderson St., Fort Worth, Texas 76102-4583, under the auspices of the Imperial Council [email protected] Das Oktoberfest, Centennial Celebra on Partei bei Delcampe 24. Oktober um 06.00 Uhr im Tempel Ballsaal begrüßen Verpassen Sie nicht. Deutsch Lebensmi el, Bier und Wein, Getränke und die meisten von allen Aufführungen der Moslah deutsche Band! Sehen Sie für weitere Informa onen in Kürze oder rufen Sie das Büro. Zeigen wir Unterstützung für alle unsere neuen Mitglieder mit einem großen Moslah Shrine willkommen. Wir haben auch eine 100-jähriges Jubiläum aufgenommene Bild in der Nacht, so erhalten Sie einen großen Lächeln für die Ewigkeit! (transla on below) Elective Divan D. Michael Wallach .................................. Potentate 2501 Parkview Dr. Ste 303, Ft Worth, TX 76102 ... 817-366-4793 Harold H. Benefield ..........................Chief Rabban 508 Oak Hollow Ln., Ft Worth, TX 76112 ............. 817-819-2913 Philip H. Trew, Jr..........................Assistant Rabban 3633 Cliff View Loop, Weatherford, TX 76087 ..... 817-999-9790 Jeffrey W. Barcafar ..............High Priest & Prophet 3922 Crescent Dr., Granbury, TX 76049 ................ 817-233-4130 Moe Rahmeh. .................................. Oriental Guide 726 Hillview Dr., Arlington TX 76011 ................... 817-312-9623 James D. Hailey. ........................................ Treasurer 3934 Spring Garden Dr, Colleyville, TX 76034 ..... 817-571-6654 Richard P. Evans, P.P. .................................Recorder 198 CR 4655, Rhome TX 76058 .............................. 817-907-4669 Appointive Divan 1st Ceremonial Master ........................... Paul Davis 2nd Ceremonial Master .....................Ken Mattoon Marshal ...................................................Phil Wilder Director General Emeritus ...........Malcom Clynch Director General Emeritus .. Barney J. McCasland Director General ..........................James L. Mitchell Asst Director General ............... Mark Christopher Captain of the Guard EmeritusNorman K. Fountain Captain of the Guard .............. Randall L. Bowden Outer Guard .................................. Richard Weigart Chaplain.................................................... Bob Jones Business Manager ................ J. John Henderson, Jr. 2015 Unit/Association Presidents Band ...................... BillRhyan............817-395-2888 Bedouins ............... Terry Posey ........817-713-8033 Car-vettes .............. Tom Smith .........817-528-4675 Chanters ................ Bill Kraus............817-915-9225 Clowns .................. Jake Neuman .....817-455-3490 Directors ............... Justin Stayton.....817-584-5960 Drum Corps ......... Tim Herdman....817-454-0156 Flying Fez.............. John Merk ..........817-456-2143 Golf ........................ Gary Mayben .....817-721-8652 Legion of HonorRichard Trimble....817-714-4170 Motor Corps ......... Mitch Newstadt .214-686-2990 Mounties ............... Charlie Milam ...817-946-5847 Mystic Wheels ...... Doug Watkins ....817-919-0311 Patrol ..................... Bill Peterson .......817-412-8840 Gun Club .............. Bill Conn ............817-219-2734 2015 Committee Chairmen Amb. to Shrine Clbs George White .......... 817-996-8845 Blood Bank ............... Gerald Ledbetter ..... 817-475-1469 Ceremonial Divan ... Steve Wolfe .............. 940-319-3732 Colonel ...................... Tom Crow ................ 817-233-7180 Shriners Hosp for Children Mike Bell ............ 817-408-8114 DeMolay ................... Richard P. Baker, P.P.817-239-2139 Donor Relations ....... David Henderson .... 817-560-0090 Entertainment .......... Paul O. Davis ........... 817-228-0713 Hosp Fund Drive-Streets Jeff Ingram ...... 817-914-3675 Housing .................... Jeff Eaton .................. 817-944-9528 Membership ............. Bob Roth .................. 703-509-7773 Photography ............. Brad Felmey ............. 817-304-3243 Pilgrimage................. Mike Bell .................. 817-408-8114 Provost ...................... Darrell A. Carothers 817-832-4333 OK… now your transla on from German above! Don’t miss the Oktoberfest, Centennial Celebra on party to welcome our new members on October 24 at 6pm in the Temple ballroom. German food, beer & wine, so drinks and most of all performances by the Moslah German band! Watch for more details soon or call the office. Let’s show support to all of our new members with a big Moslah Shrine welcome. We will also have a 100 year anniversary picture taken that night so get a big smile for the ages! membership In Memoriam Harold T. Cluck Bill Crow Joseph C. Haines Pete Wells Loren Q. Hanson Jim F. Miller Shrine Hospital Board Members William Risk, M.D., P.P. Galveston Hospital Chairman Emeritus Gary E. Reynolds, P.P. ...Galveston Hospital Chairman Emeritus Jim Harris, P.P................... Houston Hospital Chairman Emeritus Jimmy King, Jr., P.P. ................. Houston Hospital Board Member Richard P. Baker, P.P. ........................ Houston Hospital Chairman David Henderson .................... Houston Hospital Board Member D. Michael Wallach ............... Galveston Hospital Board Member 2015Moslah Temple Shrine Club Presidents Denton County Shrine Club ..Tom Redenbaugh... 940-206-9589 Eagle Mountain Shrine Club..Donnie Rose ............817-773-1046 Gainesville Shrine Club ..........Oscar Colorado .......940-372-6223 Lake Granbury Shrine Club ...Curt Vinson .............817-319-3372 Mansfield Shrine Club ............Phil Cottrell .............817-692-6841 Mid-Cities Shrine Club...........Ted Mastin ...............817-454-5347 Parker County Shrine Club ....Ricky Jennings ........817-597-0567 Pg.2 embers Thank you to all of the m o attended and friends of Moslah wh ass on the conceal and carry cl braved the August 8. Over 40 folks rtification heat and received the ce tch for this for the permit. Please wa , we will event again in the future and anyone offer again to members tend. else who would like to at YITF, Jeff bers and Thanks to all of the mem nner ’s bus friends who caught the wi veport in to Margaritaville in Shre gh milk late August. We had enou make to punch and bloody Mary’s ter how the trip a success no mat atch for much was won or lost. W u will have the trip next summer, yo $$$ a good time$$$$$$$$$$$ YITF, Jeff Pg.3 Important Dates: October 11 – 7:00am to 11:00pm-Circus Sign pick up at Director’s Building October 16 –Deadline for Vinyl Signs and Renewals October 30 – Circus Ads and Block sales deadline November 5- Ticket box office set up November 6- Box office opens November 8 - Parade Circus Schedule: Week nights M-F 7:30pm Saturdays 11:00am, 3:00pm, 7:30pm Sunday 1:30pm & 5:30pm Gates open 1 hour before show time Free volunteer parking CIRCUS ASSIGNMENTS Attractions/Rides- Mystic Wheels Ticket office – Golf, Car-Vettes, Drum Corps Ticket taking- Bedouins Ushers – Patrol, Band, Chanters, Flying Fez Exit Monitors – Bedouins, Car-Vettes, Motor Corps, Mounties Event Staff – Directors Color Guard – Legion of Honor Program Sales – Legion of Honor, DON, LOS Clowns – Clowns Security – Provost and volunteers Fall Street Corner Collections Nobles and Ladies: we will be conduc ng our third annual Fall Street Corner Collec ons on October 17 in the ci es of Cleburne, Weatherford, Willow Park, Mineral Wells and Granbury. The assignments are as follows: Bedouins - South Main at College Park in Weatherford Patrol - Hwy. 180 at Garre Morris Parkway, Mineral Wells Eagle Mountain Shrine Club, Legion of Honor and Flying Fez - Hwy. 180 at Bowie, Weatherford CarveƩes - Santa Fe Dr. at Jack Borden Way, Weatherford Golf, Mansfield Shrine Club, MysƟc Wheels, Motor Corps, Directors- Cleburne on the Square Band, Clowns - I-20 at Ranch House Rd., Willow Park Granbury Shrine Club - various loca ons to be determined in Granbury If you’re a noble not affiliated with a Shrine unit, club or associa on and you would like to work that day, please contact Jeff Ingram at 817-914-3675. This event has been a rousing success the past two years. Please show up in full force to show the fez and help us collect money for the hospitals. Thanks in advance to each of the nobles and ladies par cipa ng in this rewarding experience. Yours in the faith, Phil Trew, Assistant Rabban Pg.4 Flying Fez Gree ngs Nobles of the Flying Fez! Hope everyone had a great summer and survived the Texas heat! It’s me to get back in the saddle and lace up our spurs. We’re looking forward to a busy fall season packed with ac vi es and opportuni es to serve. The next Flying Fez stated mee ng will be September 28 at 7:00pm and planning for upcoming ac vi es will be discussed. Masonic Family Day at the Texas Re rement Center will be October 10 and there are opportuni es for members of the Flying Fez to par cipate and share with our Masonic brothers who we are and what we do to help children through our Texas Shriner Hospitals for Children. Hospital Fund Drive Fall street collec ons will be on October 17. This is a vitally important fund raiser for our hospitals trea ng our children and we need all of the volunteers we can get to man the buckets and collect dona ons. The Shriner’s Circus will be in November and ad sales will be discussed. Members of the Divan will be honored guest and topics of discussion will include the circus along with new opportuni es for the Flying Fez in the upcoming teleconferencing treatment of our children. Commander John Merk invites all members to the next mee ng to help in the planning and execu on of these events. The Flying Fez would like to extend our hear elt gra tude to Potentate Michael Wallach and the Divan along with Commander John Merk for the recent purchase of the new transporta on van. Mystic Wheels Hello Nobles All! Fall is in the air! The Mys c Wheels had a 12 man team par cipate at TSMPA obstacle compe on in Marble Falls. We won FIRST PLACE in team compe on and our own Illustrious Sir Pat Bobbi won FIRST PLACE as fastest individual rider. In a total sweep, our Ladies and Kids also won their classes! What a great me this is... if you’ve never been to one, plan on a ending next year. Congratula ons one and all! The Wheels have a number of fall events scheduled and with Temple / Blue Lodge ac vity we are very busy. We are all geared up for the Masonic Re rement Home Parade and Family Day... this is always a wonderful day of fun for all. There is lots more happening with us; visit our Facebook Page for even more detail. And, say, Moslah Noble! Are you looking for a unit home? Come check us out. You will find a very family oriented group with the ladies and kids at all our events… we have a lot of kids! We ride inexpensive, tradi onal, open wheel go karts, and you will find us heavily involved in all temple and blue lodge ac vi es. Call Bob Roth 703 509-7773, Tommy Boldin 682 888-3427 or Doug Watkins 817 919-0311 for informa on and a visit. Come see why so many have made us their unit home! S ll the LARGEST and friendliest motorized unit in Texas! - Bob Roth 100th Centennial Celebration Ceremonial Nobles and Ladies of Moslah Shrine. The 100th Centennial Celebration Ceremonial is going to be held October 24 at the Shrine Center in Ft. Worth. If you know any Masons who would like to become Shriners and share the fun and philanthropy that brings so many rewards to us, please get a petition to them ASAP. Here are a few things they will get: Fun with 2000 local members who support 22 hospitals. Units with enjoyable activities for all. Public fundraising efforts to share what Masonry does for charity. Most of all don’t forget, the member of Moslah who Top Lines the most candidates will receive a $200 gift card to Del Frisco’s. Second place will receive a $100 card. We also have drawings for gift cards for any member who Top Lines a candidate. Call those Masons and get them to sign up. Ladies, call your friends and get those men to join. They will thank you! Pg.5 OCTOBER us signs Oct 3 – Set out circ 7:00 am - noon ctors Bldg Pick up signs at Dire ness Meeting Oct 8 – Temple Busi 6:00pm Dinner 7:00pm Meeting mily Day Oct 10 – Masonic Fa ent Home TX Masonic Retirem reet Collections Oct 17 – HFD Fall St onial Oct 24 – Fall Cerem NOVEMBER e Circus Nov 13 - 22 – Shrin Nov 22 – Parade of Lights THERE WILL BE NO BINGO IN OCTOBER! If you know a Noble or Lady who is sick or shut-in, please contact the Shrine Office at 817-335-9469. The Ladies Without Shriners will meet each Wednesday at Old South Pancake House , University Dr. at 11:00 a.m. for games. Stop by to have fun and meet everyone.
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