Rajah News - April

Rajah News
www.rajahshrine.org
Vol. 75 April-May 2018 No. 3
Spring’s
The Thing!
In This Issue
- Highlights of 2018 Rajah Shrine Circus
- Former Shriners Hospital patient musician featured in this year’s Annual Pop’s Concert
- Rajah Shriner donates $75,000 to Philadelphia Shriners Hospitals for Children

The Importance of Positive Communication
to Children with Disabilities
The Power of Language
Our word choices have a tremendous impact on those
around us. Children, especially, are deeply influenced
by the language surrounding them – who they become
is based on who they are learning to be. The staff
of Shriners Hospitals for Children ® understands the
importance of building confidence and self-esteem in our
patients at an early age. Our staff recognizes that while
working with children with disabilities, it is imperative
to help them develop a strong positive attitude so they
will have the confidence to pursue their dreams. To
accomplish this, being mindful of the effect language has
on children is critical.
Two essential points in using communication as
affirmation are accurate wording and people-first
language. Always remember to use language that
encourages, rather than discourages, the individual. When
referring to those with a disability, please remember to
avoid labels with a negative connotation, such as:
• crippled
• handicapped
• lame
• deformed
» The preferred word choice is usually:
• disability
• disabled
• the actual term involved, such as, cerebral palsy
or muscular dystrophy
People with Disabilities are People First
The second key element of communicating with people
with disabilities is the need to use “people-first language,”
where the person is the important element, rather than
the disability.
For example, try using phrases such as “a person with
cerebral palsy” or “a person who uses a prosthetic arm,”
rather than defining them by the disability itself.
It is also important to recognize that people are
individuals, and to avoid lumping those with disabilities
together into one group, like “the disabled,” “the spinal
cord injured,” or to refer to “all people with X.”
» Another important aspect of using people-first
language is to avoid negative descriptive phrases and
terms, such as:
° confined to a wheelchair
wheelchair bound
°
°
victim stricken with
° suffering
Instead, try saying a person “uses a wheelchair,”
or “has cerebral palsy.”
“We must take language very seriously. The feeling I
have is that language is always a reflection of attitude.
With the advancement of the disability movement, you
see a change in language.” – Michael Masutha
Also avoid value-laden words and phrases, whether
negative or positive, because even seemingly positive
labels such as “courageous” and “inspirational” can
be burdensome to a child, setting unnecessary high
expectations, that may be hard to maintain.
As part of using people-first language, it is also
imperative to not define people by their disabilities. This is
accomplished by emphasizing abilities, not limitations.
» For instance:
° Say: “Darlene is an excellent writer,” rather than,
“Despite her disability, Darlene is an excellent writer.”
° Say, “Johnny is a child with a disability,” instead of
the defining, “Johnny is a disabled child.”
Being mindful of preferred disability terminology and
using people-first language whenever possible will help
children with disabilities become more confident and able
to become successful, productive adults.
shrinershospitalsforchildren.org
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The Potentate’s Message
Es Selamu Aleikum
Nobles, Greetings Ladies Illustrious and Friends: Sirs, and Nobles all,
WOW... the first quarter of the Shrine year has been fantastic. Every one of us
should be truly proud to be a Shriner! The Rajah Shrine Circus for 2018 is now
complete, and I would like to say a big thank you to all of you who contributed. It was
a great show, and an absolute success.
Our primary focus this year is on strengthening our Clubs and Units. I’m very
proud to see that so many members of the Nobility have truly taken up the challenge
of attending an event at Rajah Shrine that they do not normally get to. Our Clubs and
Units put on so many great functions; there is something for all of us to enjoy.
A Mini-Ceremonial will take place at Rajah Shrine on Wednesday April 25th at
7 p.m. Please take advantage of this opportunity to recommend a brother mason to
become a member of Rajah Shrine and join in the fun. Petitions for this ceremonial
should be into the office by April 17th.
May 18th and 19th are our annual Hospital Crusades at Redner’s Markets. Please remember that your ladies, children, and even
grandchildren can help with this fun and worthwhile event. Any time that you can give is greatly appreciated.
Soon our Sportsman’s Raffle tickets will be on sale, and we need your help getting tickets out to everyone who enjoys supporting
Rajah Shrines largest fund-raiser. With over 2,000 people attending this event last year, it is literally one of the biggest days of the
year.
The continued success of these activities, and many more, are the result of your hard work and generous
support. Our members are truly what makes Rajah Shrine great!
Sincerely and Fraternally,
Jared R. Kichline, Illustrious Potentate
Contents
Hospital Donation...........................................................4
Former Hospital Patient featured in Pops Concert.........5
Motor Corps Horse Races...............................................6
Pote’s Golf Outing..........................................................7
Legion Of Honor.............................................................8
Pops Concert...................................................................8
MASA Registration.........................................................9
Rajah ALIEKUM Chanters..............................................................10
ES SELAM
Rajah Attest: Ladies Group......................................................10
Caravaners
Joe Hagan
....................................................................11
Recorder
Lehigh Shrine Club.......................................................11
Circus ..................................................................... 12-13
In This Issue
ALIEKUM ES SELAM Attest: Joe Hagan, Recorder
NOTICE - NOTICE
THE RAJAH SHRINE ADMINISTRATION OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED ON: MONDAY MAY 28, 2018
IN OBSERVANCE OF MEMORIAL DAY - THANK YOU - RAJAH SHRINE OFFICE
Bethlehem Shrine Club.................................................14
Razzle At The Circus ...................................................14
Provost Guard...............................................................15
Oriental Band ...............................................................16
String Band ..................................................................16
Rajah Shirne Oriental Ladies Night..............................17
Forks Of The Delaware Tin Lizzies .............................18
Lebanon Shrine Club ...................................................18
Concert Band................................................................20
Noble Riders ................................................................21
Anglers..........................................................................21
The Chaplain’s Study....................................................22
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RAJAH SHRINE
RAJAH SHRINE
Shriners International
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Telephone: 610-916-9000
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EDITOR
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ILLUSTRIOUS SIR
JARED R. KICHLINE
POTENTATE
MICHAEL J. ZERBE
CHIEF RABBAN
MARVIN J. MILLER
ASSISTANT CHIEF RABBAN
WALTER G. NEWRUCK
HIGH PRIEST & PROPHET
KRAIG W. LEIBY
ORIENTAL GUIDE
RONALD F. RAPP, P.P.
TREASURER
JOSEPH J. HAGAN, SR.
RECORDER
JOSEPH J. HAGAN, SR.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
INSURANCE COMMITTEE
Every Thursday Evening at the Rajah Shrine Complex
Doors Open at 5:00 - Bingo Starts at 6:30
Open Every To The Thursday Public • Smoke Evening Free at • the Refreshments Rajah Shrine Available Complex for Purchase
Proceeds benefit Doors Rajah Open Shrine at and 5:00 are - Bingo not deductible Starts at 6:30 as charitable donations.
• Open To The Public • Smoke Free •
• Refreshments Available for Purchase •
NEW MEMBERSHIP INITIATIVE
Proceeds benefit Rajah Shrine and
are not deductible as charitable donations.
The potentate would like a membership drive to promote Rajah Shrine and encourage new
candidates. The New Candidate Petitions will be voted on at the April 18, 2018 Stated Meeting
along with restorations and affiliations at that meeting. A Mini Ceremonial will take place at the
Units & Clubs Meeting on April 25, 2018.
For more information contact Membership Chairman, Thomas Conlon, PP, 610-780-4020
PHILADELPHIA SHRINERS HOSPITALS FOR
CHILDREN RECEIVES LARGE DONATION
Ron Strohl, President of the Calvin A. King and Jean C. King Charitable Foundation,
recently presented a most generous check for $75,000 to the Philadelphia Shriners
Hospitals for Children. Ron is a Rajah Shriner and remarked during the presentation that
he believes strongly in the mission of the Shriners Hospitals.
In thanking Ron, Terry Diamond, Director of Development, said that “the Foundation’s
gift was most appreciated and will make a significant and positive impact in the improved
function, health and well-being of many infants, children and teens that come to our
hospital. The generosity of donors is what enables the Shriners Hospitals for Children to
deliver life-changing medical care without placing a burden on the families
of our children.”
The Calvin A.
King and Jean C. King
Charitable Foundation
was established in 2011
for the primary purpose of
helping accounting students
in Tennessee become CPAs
and providing for patients at
St Jude Children’s Hospital
in Memphis and the Shriners
Hospitals for Children in
Philadelphia.
CEREMONIALS
Pictured Aboved: L-R Kate Strohl, Director, Calvin A. King and Jean C. King
Charitable Foundation, Mini-Ceremonials Ron Strohl, President, shall be Calvin at the A. discretion King and Jean C. King Charitable
Foundation Potentate. presenting To a most schedule, generous please $75,000 contact donation the check recorder to Terry at Diamond,
Director of Development, Shriners 610-916-9000.
Hospitals for Children and Stephanie Herron, Chief
Development Officer, Shriners Hospitals for Children.

“It will be like a dream come true to play with the
best Shrine Band in North America”
A former Shriners Hospitals
patient musician is featured in this
year’s Annual Pop’s Concert
By Bryan Snyder
For many years the Rajah Shrine Concert Band has
promoted its motto: “We play so children can play.” This year
is no exception. Our progressive Concert Band is expanding
its horizon by looking at opportunities for improvements.
Investing in young people makes sound business sense.
Promoting skilled, trained musicians will result in higher
productivity, competitiveness, enthusiasm and at the same time
promote a new, expanded membership base. It’s a no brainer
and it’s right in front of our face.
It is with immense pleasure that we introduce a familiar
face, the Rajah Shrine’s Pretzel Bowl King from 2005, Steven
Puza. Steven has matured into that young resource that the band
desires. Featured this year in the 40th Annual Pop’s Concert will
be saxophonist, Steven Puza.
Bryan Snyder in rehearsal with Steven
for the upcoming Pops Concert
Steven Puza, 15 years old, lives in Lansford, PA with his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Lucas. He is currently a freshman at Marian
Catholic High School. Rajah Shrine’s Bandmaster, Dale Shimpf, was instrumental in catching up with Steven and offered him an
opportunity to expand his musical horizon. Steven has been busy with his musical experiences playing with the Nativity Marching
and Concert Band, Jazz Band and the Cressona Band. Steven stated, “It was like a dream come true to play with the best Shrine
band in North America.” He was excited to start rehearsing with the band and looks forward to playing for a large audience.
Unit Director, Noble Bryan Snyder is mentoring Steven (along with the rest of the band members) by guiding Steven and
making him feel welcomed. One piece of advice that Bryan has offered Steven is to have fun, “fun with a purpose.” Bryan
believes that Steven recognizes how life does come full circle. Steven received treatments by the Shriners’ Children Hospital
of Philadelphia when he was 3 years old for problems with his feet. The Shriners’
Hospital has provided a successful outcome and Steven is now able to participate in
most normal activities. Steven is pleased to pay it forward to “Play so Children Can
Play.” Please come to the 40th Annual Pops Concert at the Rajah Shrine Complex
on Sunday, May 6th at 4 p.m. and help support Steven Puza and the band. Reserve
tickets are available,
This mentorship outreach with young people will ultimately lead to gains.
Through examples of discipline, good rehearsal and performance experiences, taking
time to talk to each other, and learning best practices, our unit will grow and better
understand the possibilities and challenges for success.
Steven Puza
Longaberger Basket, Pottery & Vera
Bradley Bingo
Friday, May 11th at the Rajah Shrine Complex
Doors open at 5:00 PM - Bingo starts at 6:30 PM
Ticket Donation - $20 per Package - Specials and Additional Packages are Extra
Door Prizes – Raffle Drawings – Food Available
Limited number of tickets available, contact Barbara Quinn 610-944-9036
Proceeds Benefit First Lady Kim’s project for the Rajah Shrine Complex.
We appreciate donations from the Clubs & Units towards the purchase of baskets,
pottery, and Vera Bradley Bags
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Motor Corps
Evening at the Races
An Evening at the Races was held at the Rajah Shrine Complex on
February 10.
The annual races are hosted by the Rajah Motor Corp and the Oriental
Band. All proceeds benefit the Rajah Shrine Complex. Items such as the
kitchen dishwasher, the ATM, and the storage shed are just a few examples
of the things that were
purchased with funds
from the races. Bob
Shank, PP, who has
been calling the races
for the last 20 years
said, “We support the
Shrine Complex so
they can support the
hospitals”.
Beth Prettyman paying out a winner
Bob Shank, PP, Lady Kim Kichline, and
Belinda Stoudt getting ready for the first race
Bob Shank, PP called the races
The Horse Race event committee of
John Grumbien on the left and Bill Trusty pause for a picture moment
with Illustrious Sir Jared Kichline
Tess Shank looks on as Gail Remo moves a
winning horse across the finish line.
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Kim Kegerise
Wayne Grumbein and Dennis Guignet selling raffle
tickets with a few laughs thrown in

RAJAH
POTES 60LF OUTIN6
Friday, June 22, 2018
Rich Maiden Golf Course
234 Rich Maiden Road, Fleetwood, PA
Come Tee up with Pote Jared
$55 per person prior to June 8th - $60 after June 8th
includes:
Golf, Cart, Refreshments, Buffet, and Prizes
Format: Four Man Scramble
Friday, June 23, 2017
Rich Maiden Golf Course
234 Rich Maiden Road, Fleetwood, PA
Come tee it up with Pote Dave
$55 per person prior to June li h - $60 after June li h
Includes:
Golf, Cart, Refres'hments, Buffet and Prizes
FORMAT: FOUR MAN SCRAMBLE
Coffee and Donuts at Course - 7:30 A.M.
Shotgun Start at 8:30 A.M. Sharp (Rain or Shine}
Coffee and Donuts at Course - 7:30 AM
Shotgun Start at 8:30 AM Sharp (Rain or Shine)
***Help Rajah Shrine by Sponsoring a Tee or Green for $25.00
ALL PROFITS GO TO THE RAJAH SHRINE GENERAL FUND
PUT YOUR CLUB-UNIT-BUSINESS OR YOUR NAME ON A HOLE
***Help Rajah Shrine by Sponsoring a Tee or Green for $25.00***
ALL PROFITS GO TO THE BUILDING FUND
PUT YOUR CLUB-UNIT-BUSINESS OR YOUR NAME ON A HOLE
List Your Foursome-----------------------------------Cut on line and return
1.Team Capt. ____________ Phone: ______
2.________________ Phone: ______
List Your Foursome--------------------------------Cut on Line and Return
1. Team Capt. _____________________________ Phone:______________
---------------- ------
3. Phone:
2._______________________________________ Phone:_____________
4. Phone: ------
3._______________________________________ Phone:_____________
***Tee or Green Sponsor: Name ______________
AMOUNT ENCLOSED$ ------
4._______________________________________ Phone:_____________
***Tee or Green Sponsor Name__________________________________
AMOUNT ENCLOSED $_________________
Make Checks Payable to Rajah Shrine Golf and send to:
Joel M. Franco - 274 W. 49 th St. - Reading, PA 19606-3315
DEADLINE FOR RESERVATIONS- FRIDAY JUNE 16 TH NO EXCEPTIONS
(Your help in acquiring prizes is greatly appreciated.}
Make Checks Payable to Rajah Shrine Golf and send to:
Joel M. Franco - 275 W. 49th St. - Reading PA 19606-3315
DEADLINE FOR RESERVATIONS - FRIDAY, JUNE 15th
(Your help in acquiring prizes is greatly appreciated)
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LEGION OF HONOR
At ease Nobles,
I hope everyone received their mailing with the Officers list in it. This will be your list to communicate
with any of the Officers. If any one can be of any assistance, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with them.
Dennis Hagan
April 5, 6 & 7 is the Legions of Honor spring meeting to be held at the Sheraton Harrisburg – Hershey
Hotel. M.A.S.A. Commander Brad Slinkard will be turning over the gavel to incoming Commander David
Lee from Nur Shrine Center. Our own PC, Ill. Sir Bill Remo Jr., PP will move into the 1st Lt. Commander
Position followed by 2nd Lt. Commander Fred Roland from Nur and running for 3rd. Lt Commander, Ed
Tanski from Syria Shrine in Pittsburgh, PA. Providing the voting goes as planned! If you’ve never attended
a M.A.S.A. L.O.H. Spring meeting you don’t know what you’re missing!!!
Our April 10th meeting is Past Captains Night. This night we will honor all those Nobles who served our
Legion as a Captain. So please, if you are a Past Captain plan to attend and visit with the Nobility.
May 18 & 19 is our first Hospital Crusade! Our participation in this endeavor is far from gratifying. Nobles, it’s time to step up
and join the few men who volunteer their time to support our hospitals! Just a few hours of your time on Friday or Saturday is all
it takes. There will be a sign up sheet at the May meeting so please consider signing up and show your friends and neighbors AND
the Legion you’re just not a card holder!
NOW on to the Commander’s Ball! June 16, 2018!!! Commander Bill is having a Hoe Down!!!
NO FEZ or Tux, just your hoe downin’ clothes! Legion Nobles wear your medallion!!! Professional Square Dance caller Noble
Ray Ayres will be calling the square dances and playing plenty of country music also. The sit down meal will be your choice of Flat
Iron Steak or Stuffed Breast of Chicken and all the fixin’s. Hospitality room opens at 11:00 a.m. Chairman 1st Lt. Commander Mike
Quinn is doing a bang up job with the Hospitality Room! Plenty of vittles and lots of Red Eye and Sarsaparilla to tickle everybody’s
fancy!!! Lotsa room to sit and “shoot the bull” and visit with old and new friends!
DUES! Please remember to send your $10.00 dues in Nobles. Out of the $10.00, $2.00 goes to International for your International
dues and $0.50 pays your M.A.S.A. dues. The rest pays for the
mailings you receive throughout the year. This is why your dues
are important. So please, make sure you’re a paid up member!!!!
2nd Lt. Commander Clint Starkey has reported the Virginia
International Tattoo trip is full. Those lucky enough to get a seat
on the bus are anxiously awaiting the 27, 28 & 29th of April.
THE LEGION LADIES are working on a few projects and
would like to remind all the wives of our Nobles that they are
welcome to come and join the Legion Ladies! They are really
appreciated and helped buy tires for our trailer among other
necessities for our Legion of Honor. They make and serve a
delicious Pork & Sauerkraut dinner on Past Commander’s Night
in October. So you see, they are not just a bunch of pretty faces
lighting up the room at Rajah! Boy am I gonna get heck for this!
Speaking of pretty faces, how about getting yours to a meeting!
Captain Scott Miller PC, PMC would like to thank all those
who participated in the Funeral Honor Guards the last few
months. We had a busy time of it and you Nobles looked sharp
and made our Unit proud! Thank you.
Memorial Day Parades: Sinking Spring - we form up at 9:00
on Elizabeth Ave. The trailer will leave the Complex at 8:30 a.m.
The parade ends at the American Legion. We line up at 1:00 p.m.
at the north end of Bernville like years past. The uniform of the
day is short sleeve shirts with ascot for both parades. This may
change due to the weather.
“I don’t know much about being a millionaire, but I bet I’d
be good at it!”
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MASA CONVENTION 2018
LAST CALL Virginia Beach LAST CALL
September 6 – 9, 2018
AGAIN - 18 th Consecutive Year at Sheraton Oceanfront Hotel,
36 th & Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA
LAST CALL
$499.00 PER COUPLE/$449.00 SINGLE NO INCREASE IN PRICE SINCE 2009!
*****YOU PAY ONLY FOR YOUR THREE NIGHTS LODGING. HOSPITALITY ROOM, SATURDAY
POST PARADE LUNCHEON & PRE-REGISTRATION ALL COMPLIMENTS OF THE RAJAH SHRINE
WITH YOUR ROOM RESERVATION AT THE SHERATON!
Extra Nights Lodging available at extra cost.
“LAST CALL” ONLY 18 ROOMS REMAIN!! “LAST CALL”
“DO NOT CALL HOTEL ALL RESERVATIONS THRU THE OFFICE”
Light Hospitality Beginning Tuesday/Full Hospitality Room Opening Wednesday
Rajah Post Parade Party Saturday afternoon at hotel, Turtle Degree Saturday Night.
Reserve Room “NOW” w/Payment of $150.00 by April 30 th !!
Remainder of Balance $349.00 Per Couple/$299.00 Single Due By June 29th
****Motor Coach Transportation Available to and from Virginia Beach, call Joe McCarthy 610-488-1382****
NO CANCELLATIONS AFTER AUGUST 1ST WITHOUT LOSS OF ONE NIGHTS DEPOSIT AND PRE-REGISTRATION.
DETACH AND RETURN TO ADMINISTRATION OFFICE
_____Noble & Lady - $499.00 per couple - Children age 12 and under are Free.
_____Two Nobles - $499.00 (EXTRA NOBLES ADD $50.00 PER NOBLE)
_____One Noble - $449.00
RESERVE _____ EXTRA DAY(S) - DATES: Arriving_____________________Departing________________________
_____LADIES LUNCHEON - Friday, September 7, 2018 at 10:30 AM. PRICE NOT AVAILABLE WILL BILL AT LATER DATE.
NOBLE’S NAME_____________________________________________LADIES NAME_____________________________________
UNIT/CLUB_____________________________________SHRINE #______________DAYTIME PHONE________________________
ADDRESS__________________________________________CITY_________________________STATE_______ZIP_____________
MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: RAJAH SHRINE
RETURN FORM AND CHECK OR CREDIT CARD INFO TO: RAJAH SHRINE, P O BOX 40, BLANDON, PA 19510
VISA MASTERCARD DISCOVER AMERICAN EXPRESS AMOUNT OF PAYMENT_________________.
CARD NO.
V-CODE
NAME ON CARD__________________________________________EXP. DATE _____/_____
LAST CALL
LAST CALL !!!
LAST CALL !!!
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Ill. Sir
Greg Lewis, PP
RAJAH CHANTERS
It seems like the year just got started and here we are in the second quarter already. But before we look
ahead, we must report that we are very sorry for having to cancel our Annual Afternoon of Music. Due to
circumstances beyond our control, we were forced to take this drastic action. We deeply apologize to our
faithful followers, but to bring you a top-notch performance, we felt it was best to cancel now and to let
you know that we are planning a presentation later this year.
As we began the year we were happy to welcome a past president of the Chanters to the top spot again,
however due to some personal commitments and several other situations on the horizon, Bryan Hartman
saw it best to resign this position. It is with deep regret that we accepted his resignation, but on the bright
side, we are happy to report that Dave DeTurk, our Unit Director and first vice-president, stepped up to
take on additional duties and agreed to move up to take the office of President of the Chanters for the
remainder of 2018.
That means that a vacancy was created in the V-P slots, with Curtis Flitchner staying in the position of 2nd V-P and relatively
new member, John Beiseigel agreeing to fill in as the First Vice-President. We thank these dedicated nobles and wish them all the
best in their new roles.
This change also necessitated a need to replace Bryan as our lead conductor, so without hesitation, Bruce Rohrbach took up
the challenge and is now our Director of Music and lead conductor. Congratulations to all
these Nobles as the Rajah Chanters move upward and
onward.
On the entertainment side of the ledger, the Chanters
were extremely pleased to sing at the Rajah fund raiser
sponsored by the Raymour and Flannigan Furniture
Store at their location on Route 61, Leesport on Saturday,
March 3rd. In the near future we are slated to perform
at several other functions in and around our community
and hope that you can get to hear the Chanters under the
direction of our newly installed Director of Music and
Lead Conductor.
If you’ve been keeping your singing vibes to yourself,
it’s time to break out of your shell and join the fun as a
member of the Rajah Chanters. Drop in any Monday night
at 7 at the Rajah Complex in the All-Purpose Meeting
Room. Look for us gathered around the piano.
Lady Barbara
Maxwell
RAJAH LADIES GROUP
Chanters performing at Raymore and Flannigan
in Leesport
The Rajah Ladies met Monday March 5, at Chef Alan’s Restaurant in West Reading. It was their
first lunch of 2018, after their winter weather layoff. We were all glad to be in each other’s company.
Lady Barbara Maxwell brought her collection of unusual food-related gadgets, and the ladies took
turns guessing what purposes they had. Some of the answers were quite funny and innovative, and
occasionally Liaison, Sir Larry Bortz, PP blushed a bit.
The Ladies held their regular business meeting and decided that their contribution of a dollar each
per meeting would be dedicated to their annual Shriners Children’s Hospital gift.
If you are a Rajah widow and would like to join us Monday April 2, please contact treasurer Judy
Yorty at 717 274-2129.
Rajah Ladies' Group: If you are the widow of a Shriner and have missed the opportunity to visit with this
group, please contact Judy Yorty, treasurer, at (717) 274-2129. Luncheon meetings are held the first Monday
of each month from March until January at Chef Alan's in West Reading.
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Ill. Sir Earl
Binder
CARAVANERS
This nice warm weather that we were having for the last few days got me all excited about getting the
motor home ready for our first camp out.
Gerald Berger, our Wagon Master, has been working very hard on confirming reservations at the various
sites that we are going to. Our first get together will be at our own campground, the Rajah Oasis, April 19
to 22. We will again be joining the Anglers for a joint Ladies Night on Saturday April 21st 5:00 to 11:00
in the Shrine Complex banquet hall. We have had a lot of fun in the past.
From May 17 to 20, we are planning on a campout at Camp Swatara in Bethel, PA. Gerald has been in
contact with them about the location of camp sites for our group. They inform him that we must have full
payment in their hands by April 1st. The price is $46 per night which equals $138.00 per unit. Please give
Gerald a call if you are considering joining us May 17 to 20. The more the merrier! Gerald’s phone number
is 610-395-4866 or 610-428-6212.
June 21 to 24 we will be back at the Rajah Oasis
July 26 to 29 we will be going up to Mountain Springs up in Hamburg
August 12 to 17 Country Acres in Lancaster
August 30 to Sept 4 coming back to home base at Rajah Oasis
Sept 5 to 13 Some of our members will be heading to National Seashore Park down in Delaware
Sept. 23 to 27 we will be heading to Drummer Boy Park in Gettysburg. They require a deposit in advance, so please contact
Gerry or our Treasurer Terry Iasiello.
Hoping that all of you are well and will join us often this season.
Life Changes
Yo
our priorities change,
Your needs change,
Your idea of a perfect home changes.
You don’t have to go it alone… I can help!
SAM KALBACH, ®
ACH, REALT TOR
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
975 Berkshire Blvd., Suite 100
Wyomissing, PA
19610
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LEHIGH
SHRINE CLUB
Fellow Nobles - Nothing to report as
of this date due to our February 7 dinner
meeting being cancelled because of
lousy and snow-filled weather.
Our upcoming Ladies Night is
to be held on Saturday, March 24.
It will be a buffet dinner to honor
Roger C. Reis our Ladies, held at the 1760 House in
Trexlertown.
My Lady Jan and I just got back from working
the box office at the Circus. It is a lot of fun to see all
the excited parents and children going to a live circus with
elephants and tigers. If you have not been there for awhile, try to
stop in next year and bring a child or grandchild. You will have a
wonderful time!
Nobles, we have experienced a steep drop off in Nobles
attending our meetings. Typically we have the Officers, Board
of Directors, our Liaison Officer and only 3 or 4 members. It will
be difficult to sustain an active and vibrant Club if the members
do not participate. PLEASE try to come to at least one or two
meetings in a year. Otherwise, the Lehigh Shrine Club may cease
to exist. Contact any Officer or Board member if you have an idea
to increase member turnout.
Remember to attend and support your Clubs and Units.
Without an active membership, we will cease to exist!
As always, it’s GREAT to be a Shriner!
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12

It Takes a Tremendous Amount of Teamwork to Stage a
Successful RAJAH SHRINE Circus
Circus Chairman Ron Klee, PP, says besides the clubs and units shown below, we can’t forget the nobles
and ladies who work behind the scenes, nobles like Joe Hagan who orders the food, people who promote the
circus, do the advertising, work in the kitchen, ticket booths, the parking lot and manage the money. Also
those groups who entertain at the circus like the Chanters, and the Concert and String bands. Great job all!
Balloons sold
by the Anglers
The Anglers also sold popcorn
The Carbon County Shrine Club sold
cotton candy
The kitchen is run by the Legion of Honor with
Schuylkill Shrine Club handling the cooking.
Nachos and pretzels are handled thru the kitchen
and sold by volunteers from several groups
Circus shirts & tees were
sold by the Lebanon Shrine
Club
The Clowns were selling fun and laughs.
Motor Corps handles
the programs
Novelties are distributed by the Oriental
Band and sold by the Chanters
The Motor Corps sold
snow cones
The Legion Of Honor sold soft
drinks and water
The Novelty Cart was a hit
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Garrett
Newhartz
BETHLEHEM SHRINE CLUB
Greetings from Bethlehem Shrine Club. WE'RE BACK, and we apologize if you haven't heard from
us in a while. We are very happy to announce that we plan to engage in more fundraising activity this
year and hope to build our membership whenever possible. We ask that you please enjoy.
Bethlehem Shrine Club, with its undebateable legacy and indivisibility with the Bethlehem Steel
Corporation, is one of the remaining vestiges of the great iron age, and it serves as a reminder to the great
contribution Bethlehem made to the building of our great country. BSC, chartered in 1939, was originally
formed by and for the Nobles of the Bethlehem Area, particularly the once large work force at Bethlehem
Steel. Now our membership base includes Nobles from the entire Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas.
We meet at various locations throughout Northampton County and our meeting include speakers featuring
a wide array of interests and careers, also beer and wine aficionados, as well as cigar enthusiasts. Our goal,
of course, is serving the Childrens Hospitals.
With a workforce of up to 13,000 in its heyday, garnering membership for the club was a bit easier
task than it is today. That being said, it is with great hope that you the members of Rajah Shrine, and the
existing members of BSC, can help us again become a shining jewel in Rajah’s Crown.
Our meetings are usually held the first Monday of the month unless otherwise specified. Ladies are also welcome to attend the
meeting when specified. The following meetings are scheduled: Monday, April 2nd, The Wooden Match • Tuesday, May 1st, The
Palace Restaurant • Monday, June 4th, The Wooden Match
RAZZLE AT THE CIRCUS
By Sam Ellis
For this writer, one of highlights of the Rajah Shrine Circus each year
is seeing Rajah’s Mascot, Razzle, entertaining the children. The towering
yellow figure draws the interest and fascination of children of all ages.
The 10-foot-high Razzle has a long history with Rajah Shrine. It appears
at the circus every year and at occasional parades with Hospital Services
where it is worn by Paul Shaw.
At this year’s circus, the costume was worn by Ted Werkheiser. Ted is
Treasurer of the Oriental Band.
Ted has been piloting Razzle for 15 + years. In the professional mascot
world, Ted would be known as a mascot “performer.” He says getting
into Razzle takes about 15 minutes. Once inside he releases an air pack to
help inflate the costume to its full height. An air compressor keeps Razzle
inflated. He also has a battery to power the compressor. Obviously, the
costume is heavy, and movement is restricted. He says leaning
forward takes practice as does operating the
big bulbus nose. You can get an idea of the
overall height and size of Razzle in the picture
on the right with Sam Beam as “BEAM-O
“the clown standing next to the Rajah Mascot.
Ted says he can stay in the costume for
about 45 minutes max and less on hot days if
he’s outside. But to Ted all the fuss is worth
it, especially at the circus. He said he enjoys
watching the children’s faces light up when
he interacts with them by waving, leaning
forwards, or just puffing Dazzle’s nose
Thank you, Ted, for bringing Razzle to life
and adding another dimension of fun to this
year’s circus. Ted Werkheiser
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Ill. Sir
Greg Lewis, PP
PROVOST GUARD
Well, another circus is
in the books; another tale
of woeful weather, but lots
of smiles on the faces of
children of all ages. With
the snow swirling and
the winds blowing, the
circus committee decided to
cancel the performance on
Wednesday night. The rest
of the shows, however, went on without a hitch and
we saw lots and lots of happy circus-goers enjoying
another top-notch show presented by the Hamid
Circus.
Of course, the hit of the weekend was the dynamic
performance of the one and only – Johnny Rocket.
From the moment he hit the circus arena to the moment
the show ended, Johnny was in the groove bringing
delight to everyone who entered the Hamburg Field
House. To say a good time was had by all falls a little short of the high energy that was
displayed by all the performers in entertaining our enthusiastic audience.
We are happy to report that the Illustrious Sir Jared Kichline assisted in parking cars for
a couple of shows and our Liaison Officer, High Priest & Prophet Walt Newruck joined
in the outside fun
as well.
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As has been
the tradition for
many, many
years, the
Provost Guard
was on duty to
make sure our
audience had a
safe place to park
and to easily exit
the parking lot
following each
show. Yes, it was bit windy and
chilly throughout the entire weekend, but we survived to
tell another tale of how we persevered when needed and we are
all proud to serve our Rajah Shrine in this way.
Up next, look for us at some of the future events of Rajah,
including the Pote’s Picnic, the Sportsman’s Raffle, the Pretzel
Bowl and whenever and where ever our Illustrious Potentate
needs our help.
Are you a member of the Shrine stuck in a rut? Don’t sit
around waiting for something to happen, get involved in a Unit
or Club of Rajah and let the good times roll. We’re always
looking for a few great guys, so grab your coat and meet us at
one of our meetings on the third Tuesday of each month at 7 PM
at the Rajah Complex All-Purpose Meeting Room.
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Johnny Rocket

ORIENTAL BAND
In a few more days it will be spring. Soon we can turn our clocks ahead. Right now, the smell of elephants
and tigers is in the air. That means only one thing. Yep, it’s circus week! As I write this, the annual Rajah Shrine
Circus is underway in Hamburg. More to report on this next time as it’s only mid-week. Still more fun to come.
February can be a very busy month. Read on to find out why.
The Motor Corps and Oriental Band teamed up once again on February 10 to host the annual “Night at
the Races.” Another full house, as expected, filled the upstairs ballroom at the complex. The camel’s milk
was abundant, and the food put out by Karen Guignet and her kitchen crew was delicious. Ted Werkheiser
and his team of ticket sellers made it a point to keep the raffles in between the races going at a good pace.
Julie Grumbein and Steve Clay kept the girls at the para mutual windows well informed on the payoffs for the
races. Enough can’t be said though, for our master of ceremonies and head race caller Ill. Sir Bob Shank. The
John Grumbein Illustrious Sir kept the races moving all evening long so that no one could become bored. A big tip of the fez to
all the Nobles and their ladies of both units who work so well together to make this one of the largest and most
successful events of the year! An even bigger THANK YOU to all who came out to support us!
The following week the two units were together again for the annual Motor Corps / Oriental Band Member Appreciation Night. We
do this every year to say thanks to our members who gave their time to help in support of Rajah Shrine and their unit throughout the year.
Thank you to all.
The next weekend the Band was on their own as we hosted our annual Ladies Night at the Inn at Reading. Anyone who has ever been
there knows that hospitality begins whenever Ted Werkheiser and his team get there. Usually the morning of the day before the event. It’s
one big party the entire weekend. The ladies of the band provided the food for the hospitality room on Saturday and what a feast it was.
Thank you again, ladies, for all you do to help us out.
President of the Band, Noble Don Heimbecker, did a great job as master of ceremonies at our banquet. Noble Wayne Grumbein was
presented with a scimitar from the Band in recognition of his service as President of the Mid Atlantic Shrine Oriental Band Association
the previous year. The award was presented by Past Presidents of the Association from Rajah Nobles Ted Werkheiser and John Grumbein.
Noble Wayne is now a third-generation past president following his late grandfather, George, and father, John. It was a proud moment
for us all.
We also had visiting with us the President of the Association of Shrine Oriental Bands Noble Chris Tsaros from Al Azhar Shrine
Center in Calgary, Alberta (that’s in Canada, eh!). Noble Chris made the journey across the country to be with us for the weekend and to
thank the Rajah Band for being a large contributor for the Ladder of Smiles for the Shrine Hospitals. Before Cris left he accepted over
$4,000.00 in additional donations for the Ladder. A big thanks to all who donated that evening.
We were honored to have the Illustrious Sir of Rajah Shrine, Jared Kichline, and his Lady Kim at our banquet. After the Illustrious Sir
made his comments, he made a presentation to Noble Harry “Jay” Huhn III, immediate past president of the band, with his past president’s
certificate and past president’s jewel. The Illustrious Sir also presented Noble Wayne Grumbein with his 15 year service award.
That brings us up to date as far as I can go. I’ll have a full report on the circus in the next edition.
As always, keep the kids in our hospitals in your thoughts. That’s the main reason we’re here.
STRING BAND
Greetings from your Sting Band,
We look forward to playing at the Circus on Saturday afternoon. This is always a highlight for the band
to start off our season.
Work on the float is being done in preparation of the upcoming parades. Projects such as replacing the
amplifier for the sound system, repairing the generators, and installing new LED lights are being done.
Our parade schedule is starting to fill in with our first for the season being the Girardville St Patrick’s
Day Parade on March 24th.
Lady Jayne and I spent some time in Florida with Butch Trautman and Lady Lois and Bill Bechtel and
Lady Joann. Everyone is doing well. The weather was beautiful, in the 80s, no humidity, light breeze. We
visited the Seashell Factory, Fisherman’s Village, the Amish Village, Boca Grande, and South Beach, and
Larry Christman
virtually ate our way around the west coast of Florida. We look forward to all the snow birds returning home.
A great big welcome to our newest member and guitar player, John Scalion.
Remember...there is always an open invitation for musicians to play in the String Band. Rehearsals are the second Wednesday
of each month at 6 p.m. at the Complex.
With the support of our Ladies, our purpose is that we might play our instruments so that someday a physically challenged child
may walk and play again.
See you at the Parades!
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RAJAH SHIRNE ORIENTAL BAND LADIES NIGHT
Ill. Sir Jared Kichline and Lady Kim with Chief
Aide Mike Quinn and Lady Anne
Illustrious Sir Jared Kichline addresses the nobility,
ladies and guests
Oriental Band President Don
Heimbecker and Lady Carol
L-R Tess Shank, Janet Leiby, Kathy
Klee, Gail Remo
Ill. Sir Jared Kichline presents Harry Huhn, with
Rajah Oriental Band past president award
2018 MASOBA president Mahlon Ressel shares a story
with president Donald Heimbecker at the podium
Ted Werkheiser, John Grumbein,
and Wayne Grumbein with scimitar award.
Oriental Band Director John
Grumbein and Lady Sharon
Chris Tsaros, President of ASOB
Let the dancing begin!
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Sam Ellis
Mike Hopstock with Circus
Chairman Ill. Sir Ron Klee, PP
Garrett Newhartz and Dean
Mathews
Dennis Royer
Forks of the Delaware TIN LIZZIES
It was another great year at the Rajah
Shrine Circus and our Club was proud to have
participated in this important fundraiser. The
acts were terrific especially the tigers, elephants,
and the motorcycle “Cage of Death.”
The Tin Lizzies were busy at the circus
selling candy, peanuts, and shoofly pies.
Some of the Tin Lizzies worked in the ticket
booth as well as on the floor.
Congratulations to Circus
Chairman, Illustrious Sir
Ron Klee and all the Rajah
Shrine Nobles and Ladies
who helped to make the 56th
Rajah Shrine Circus a huge
success. Illustrious Sir Jared
Kichline and Lady Kim where everywhere, helping
and having a great deal of fun in the process. Like
the potentates before him, Illustrious Sir put on
clown makeup and mixed with the Rajah Clowns
entertaining the little ones and adults alike.
On April 14 club members will congregate
at Larry Silfies garage in Klecknersville for our
Annual Car Cleanup. All 16 Tin Lizzies and the
hauler are gone over in preparation for the long
parade season ahead. Kudos to club president
(and club mechanic) Henry Faust and Parade
Director Garrett Newhartz for keeping the cars in top mechanical shape.
The parade season is underway, and our club participated in the Jim Thorpe
Parade in early March and the Girardville Parade in mid-March with Bernville and
Malvern scheduled in the Spring. These are just a few of the 25 or so parades we will
participate in this year.
The Tin Lizzies Pie Bakes are held on the first and third Mondays of the month
at Saint John’s Church in Farmersville. Volunteers are welcome. If you would like
to order shoofly pies, the best in the area, contact Sam Ellis at 610-390-6188. And a
reminder that we are selling shoofly pies at Boscov’s in the Palmer Mall, Easton, on
the first and third Wednesdays of the month. Stop by and pick up a great wet bottom
pie.
LEBANON SHRINE CLUB
Paul Bryant and Charlie Richenbach pose
for a picture moment with Illustrious Sir
Jared Kichline
Ron Barron
As I write this article, the Rajah Shrine Circus, just like Elvis, has "left the building". The circus, once
again, showed how Shriners work together and have fun all for the greater good. Anyone who saw us at work
could easily see that the Shrine is still going strong. I was very proud of everyone.
Here at Lebanon County Shrine Club, we are planning for our Spring Sausage Supper at Heisey’s Diner
located Rt. 72 North of Lebanon. The food is always great. All the meetings are open to the ladies. The ladies
seem to win all the 50/50 drawings so bring them along.
President Miller is also planning a steak night in June at the Lebanon Masonic Center. Bring along a mason
friend and introduce him to Shrine at the club level. The food is always great.
It is not too early to plan for our hospital crusade on the May 17 and 18 Thanks to Tarzan and John we will be
able to man the Redners at Fredericksburg both days and hope to collect a record amount for the transportation fund.

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CONCERT BAND
“Well, the rain exploded with a mighty crash, as we fell into the sun. And the first one said to the
second one there, I hope you’re having fun. Band on the run, band on the run” from “Band on the Run”
by Paul McCartney.
The Nobleaire Dance Band introduced Jared and Lady Kim at the installation dinner on January
13th with a rendition of Arabian Nights. The Dance Band and the Concert Band are now preparing
for their 40th Annual Spring Pops Concert scheduled for Sunday, May 6th. Reserved tickets are $25.
This includes a dinner meal, music and dancing. See any band member for tickets. On April 19th, the
German Band entertained the Past Masters of the local districts and the Grand Master, Raymond T.
Dietz at the Leiderkranz Club.
There are 2018 PA lottery calendars available for $20. There are 365 chances to win and proceeds help
the band with “Band on the Run” special projects. See any band member for calendars.
By the time this article is published, the Concert Band shall have played the Friday evening
Bryan D. Snyder
Unit Director
opener for the Rajah Shrine Circus with the rendition of Thunder and
Blazes and some familiar circus melodies. Thanks to the bandsmen and
friends who helped make this a fun and successful performance.
The band has chartered a bus for MASA, for September 6th and
have limited seats available to first come, first served. It’s cheaper to
take the bus than drive. Contact Joe McCarthy for a sign up. The bus
leaves Thursday morning and returns Sunday evening. The bus ride is
fun. Tailgating and renewing your wedding vows are encouraged. Look
at this handsome couple who exchanged rings on a recent tour and were
blessed by Captain Walt Levan. Lots of fun and relaxation. At MASA,
the band plans to perform in the hospitality room in Sheraton Hotel,
the Festival of Music in the Convention Center and the MASS Shriners
Parade on Atlantic Boulevard.
The weather is improving and the band is preparing for the various
community parades, concerts and don’t forget the paper crusade and
membership picnic. Hope you can follow this band on the run.
Romance on the Concert Band tour bus. Retired
Captain Walt Levan blesses the exchange of wedding
vows between Marian Wolbers and Bruce Dengler
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ATTENTION ALL NOBLES
STATED MEETING
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18, 2018
Please be advised that a stated meeting of the Nobility of the Rajah
Shriners will be held at 7:00 PM, Wednesday, April 18, 2018, in the
Banquet Hall at the Rajah Shriners Complex, 221 Orchard Road,
Reading, Pa. 19605.
The business of the meeting will be to present to the body, discuss and vote, if
necessary, on the following items:
• To vote on candidates for creation, affiliation and restoration.
• Any other business that may lawfully come before the body.
Illustrious Sir Jared R. Kichline, Potentate
Attest: Joseph J. Hagan, Sr., Recorder

NOBLE RIDERS
We hope everyone has been safe during these multiple nor’easters that have
come through the area. As riders, we were polishing our motorcycles and some even
got out in the warm temperatures prior to the storms, only to have the temperatures
crash and the snow move in.
Most important to the Noble Riders in the off season is to get our 3rd Annual
Poker Run planned and we hope you will save the date of August 4th for this great
event. We will be having BBQ, live band, 50/50, cash prizes and lots of fun. You
can register to come on a motorcycle, classic or antique vehicle. If you don’t want to
participate in the ride, you can simply come for the entertainment and food.
Pre-registration can be done at nobleridersofthemysticshrine.org and as always, keep up with all our
Richard Jessop events by liking our Facebook page. So far, we have 37 dates on our 2018 calendar of activities. These
range from one- and two-day events to weeklong events throughout the year and we welcome any of our
Rajah Nobles on/in any vehicle to join in the fun with us. Whether supporting Shrine events locally or afar, we are always up to the
task of promoting membership and fundraising to support the children.
Pictured is a group shot of those members of the Noble Riders family that could make our annual Cabin Fever Covered Dish
Social this year. It was a great time with some fantastic food.
Please remember, if you know any Nobles or any Brothers who ride, let them know
of us as we are always looking for new
members. For any questions or
membership applications, please
contact Noble President, Thomas
V. Conlon Sr. PP - tomtom1959@
aol.com (610.780.4020) or
Noble CMO, Richard W. Jessop
- richardjessop@hotmail.com
(347.410.0177).
Remember, we are on Facebook
so please like our page (and have
your family and friends do so as
well). http://www.facebook.com/
nobleridersofthemysticshrine
ANGLERS
The February Anglers meeting unfortunately had to be canceled because of bad weather. Our scheduled
speakers was a family that had their son treated at the Philadelphia Shriners Hospital for Children. We will
reschedule them later to hear about their experience at the hospital.
The Anglers Ladies’ Night with the Caravanners is scheduled for April 21, 2018 at the Shrine Complex:
social hour starting at 5 p.m., dinner served at 6 p.m., followed by live entertainment, door prizes and
a drawing. The cost is $45.00 per couple. All reservations and monies are due by April 7th. Checks are
payable to ‘Rajah Shrine Anglers’ and sent to Clarence Smith, 8646 South Loop Road, Slatington PA,
Ron Szapacs 18080. Call Ron Szapacs at (610-767-8436) for reservations.
We have a new event for our 2018 schedule. We will have an Anglers Fishing Derby scheduled for July
11, 2018. This event will be held at a local lake, about a one-hour drive from the Blanden Shrine Complex. The event is open to
all Shriners. Boats and electric motors are available to rent at a reasonable rate if you do not have a boat. Bait and rods are also
available to rent at the bait shop. We will have a flyer sent out with details later. We encourage Rajah members to come out for a
fun day of fishing and maybe win a nice prize for their catch.
The Annual Fish Fry will be held August 15th at the Complex pavilion. We moved the date to August to allow the club members
more time to catch fish as the fish fry gets larger each year. This is a great event with entertainment provided by the String Band.
Great food, nice weather - all at no cost to Shriners.
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Rev. David
Newhart
THE CHAPLAIN’S STUDY
At the Epcot center in Walt Disney’s world the last words you hear at the end of the ride called Spaceship
Earth are: “Let us dare to fulfill our destiny”
Long ago, God asked Isaiah to dare to fulfill his destiny, but there was a problem, discouragement was
getting in the way.
The prophet Isaiah had his destiny determined before he was born: “The Lord called me from the womb.”
Here Isaiah is like the Prophet Jeremiah. God says to him; “Before you were born I consecrated you; I
appointed you a prophet to the nations.”
Paul said a similar thing about himself; “God set me apart before I was born”
There are not many people who have this sense of personal destiny, yet here we are today with people
who want to claim to be prophetic, tell us what the future will be like.
In the case of Isaiah, God told him he was to be “My servant in Israel.”
Many Hebrews in Isaiah’s day believed that after their exile God had abandoned them, and Isaiah was the
one who was to call them back to the Lord using sharp words: “God made my mouth like a sharp sword.” This became a common
usage for future prophets to speak of God’s power like a sword:
Paul urges the Ephesians, “Take the sword of the spirit which is the word of God.”
And in Hebrews we read: “The word of God is sharper than any
two edged sword.”
Thus God’s word cuts to the heart of any issue. So, God’s servant
attacked hypocrisy and apathy. That is why many died at the hands of
the Romans and Jews, stoned or crucified.
Do you speak God’s word like a two-edged sword and cut through
hypocrisy and apathy or is it just simply too much trouble. We need
direct speakers today of God’s word who do not hold back the power
of the word.
Jesus is the Word made flesh who lives among us and his word is truth.
2018 CIRCUS DADDIES
The 2018 Circus was held after the
deadline for printing this issue. In
order to get as many Circus
Daddies acknowledged as possible,
we held the list until
the June/July issue.
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IRVIN M. KAMP
Schuylkill Haven
DIED: FEBRUARY 11, 2018
GERALD R. KELLER
Reading
DIED: FEBRUARY 9, 2018
HENRY A. SMITH
Birdsboro
DIED: JANUARY 26, 2018
JOHN L. WINKELMAN
West Reading
DIED: MARCH 15, 2018
Obituaries
KENNETH P. BEERS
Slatington
DIED: MARCH 4, 2018
CHARLES H. BERGSTRESSER
Fleetwood
DIED: JANUARY 22, 2018
KENNETH C. BLANKENHORN
Elizabethtown
DIED: SEPTEMBER 3, 2017
BURNELL E. KREIDER
Paradise
DIED: MARCH 18, 2018
KENNETH W. MILLER
Wyomissing
DIED: JANUARY 18, 2018
CARL L. MOLL
Mertztown
DIED: FEBRUARY 13, 2018
RICHARD D. REIGEL
Fleetwood
DIED: FEBRUARY 16, 2018
RALPH W. ROSEBORO
Reinholds
DIED: FEBRUARY 17, 2018
WILLIAM H. SASSAMAN, SR.
Temple
DIED: MARCH 14, 2018
GLEN S. SCHEIRER
Whitehall
DIED: FEBRUARY 16, 2018
Lost
In
The
Desert
The last known address in our
records is listed below. If anyone
knows the whereabouts of the
following Nobles, please contact
Joseph J. Hagan, Sr., Recorder or
Anne-Marie at the Administration
Office, 610-916-9000.
DONALD C. COOPER
1611 Olive Street
Coatesville PA 19320
GILBERT L. DECK
135 Main Street
Womelsdorf PA 19567
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Summit Hill
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RALPH W. GRIM
Hamburg
DIED: JANUARY 14, 2018
DANIEL R. HURRELL
Reading
DIED: FEBRUARY 4, 2018
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Rajah Shrine
P.O. Box 40 , Blandon, PA 19510
Vol 75 April-May 2018 No. 3
A
PRIL
2018
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Chanters
Motor Corps
Provost Guard
STATED
Caravaners -
Caravaners -
Anglers Ladies
Afternoon of
Brandywine S.C.
MEETING -
Rajah
Rajah
Nite with
Music
7 PM
Caravaners
BINGO-
(Chanters)
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Noble Riders
Lebanon S.C.
Schulkill S.C.
Membership
Tin Lizzies
Legion Tattoo
Legion Tattoo
Concert Band
Chanters
Mtg. - 6:30 PM
Trip
Trip
Mini-Ceremonial
BINGO-
Caravaners -
Clowns
if needed
(Legion)
Rajah
Units/Clubs -
Cedars
7:30 PM
SPRING MASA - PITTSBURGH, PA
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Legion Tattoo
Chanters
Trip
Cedars
Golf Club/
Willow Hollow
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
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Board of
Oriental Band
Anglers
Rajah S.C.
Directors
Lehigh S.C.
BINGO-
Directors Staff
(Anglers)
Chanters
Easter
Rajah Ladies
Cedars
LOH Spring
LOH Spring
LOH Spring
Bethlehem S.C.
MASA
MASA
MASA
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Concert Band
Lancaster O.B.
Legion of Honor
String Band
Lancaster S.C.
Tin Lizzies
Chanters
Past Captains
Mounted Patrol
Car/Truck
Dance Band
Night
Cleanup
Carbon SC
BINGO-
LOH Spring
(Anglers)
MASA
March 2018
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May 2018
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Rajah
Bulletin
Board
Stated Meeting
April 18
Units & Clubs Meeting
with Mini Ceremonial
April 25
APRIL 2018
BINGO EVERY
THURSDAY NIGHT
Ladies Basket
Bingo
May 11
Hospital
Crusade
May 18-19
Office Closed
Memorial Day
May 28
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April 2018
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Oriental Band
Anglers
Rajah S.C.
Concert Band
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Faces of the Circus
Cedars
BINGO-
(Anglers)
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Concert Band
Board of
LOH - Exec &
Car Club
Lancaster S.C.
LADIES
Pops Concert
Directors
Stated
String Band
BASKET BINGO
Directors Staff
Carbon S.C.
BINGO-
Chanters
Bethlehem S.C.
(Anglers)
Rajah Ladies
Dance Band
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Lancaster OB
Provost Guard
Mounted Patrol
Caravaners -
Away
Caravaners -
Chanters
Brandywine S.C.
Away
Lehigh S.C.
Away
Bingo w/ Ladies
BINGO-
at Complex
Golf Club/
(Chanters)
HOSPITAL CRUSADE
Mother’s Day
Lebanon Valley
REDNER'S - POTE'S CALL
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Caravaners -
Motor Corps
Schuylkill S.C.
Membership
Tin Lizzies
Away
Chanters
Mtg. - 6:30 PM
Units/Clubs -
Clowns
7:30 PM
BINGO-
(Legion)
North Penn S.C.
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Noble Riders
Concert Band
Lebanon S.C.
BINGO-
(Lehigh)
Office Closed
Memorial Day
MAY 2018
POTE’S TRIP TO CARIBBEAN
June 2018
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