HEADQUARTERS OF Independent Order

The Sovereign of Independent Order of Odd Fellows 422 Trade NW Street Winston-Salem, NC 27101-2830 2019-2020 ioofthesgl@.org 336.725.5955 Joint Program 800.235.8358 336.722.7317—Fax

Thomas Wildey Museum and Library

Odd Fellows and Rebekahs Hunger and Disaster Fund

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International Association of Rebekah Assemblies, I.O.O.F. 800.766.1838 422 Trade Street NW—Ste. R Winston-Salem, NC 27101-2830 336.725.6037 [email protected]

Schuyler Colfax Museum

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General Military Council, P.M., I.O.O.F. 7243 Wilrose Court North Tonawanda, NY 14120.1482 716.692.1929 THE SOVEREIGN GRAND LODGE [email protected] INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ OF REBEKAH ASSEMBLIES

International Association GENERAL MILITARY COUNCIL Ladies Auxiliaries Patriarchs Militant, I.O.O.F. 1335 Duke Drive Vinton, VA 24179-2215 540.981.0143 INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION [email protected] LADIES AUXILIARIES PATRIARCHS MILITANT March 23 Anniversary of the birthday of , author of the Degree of Rebekah.

April “Living Legacy Month” ‘Plant a Tree for One Who comes after Me’

April 20 ‘MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY’

April 26 201st Anniversary of the founding of the Order in North America.

May Visual Research Foundation Month Certificates available to Lodges making $1.00 per member donations.

May 3 Pilgrimage to the Tomb of the THE HONORABLE Unknowns, Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia E. WESLEY NELSON SOVEREIGN GRAND MASTER May 15 Educational Foundation Scholarship deadline. INDEPENDENT ORDER

OF ODD FELLOWS June 7 Wreath Laying Ceremony, Canadian War Memorial, Ottawa, ON

June 9 I.O.O.F. Memorial Day EMBLEM: Rocky Mountain Big Horn Sheep August 17-20 Annual Sessions of: The Sovereign Grand Lodge, 2019-2020 OFFICERS International Association of OF Rebekah Assemblies, THE SOVEREIGN GRAND LODGE, I.O.O.F. General Military Council, & International Association of Ladies E. Wesley Nelson, AB Sovereign Grand Master Auxiliaries Patriarchs Militant Commander-in-Chief —Winston-Salem, NC Charles E. Lusk, OH Deputy Sovereign Grand Master Michelle L. Heckart, IA Sovereign Grand Warden Terry L. Barrett, IL Sovereign Grand Secretary Executive Adjutant General Harless A. Turner, WV Sovereign Grand Treasurer Brian Nelson, AB Sovereign Grand Marshal Boyd M. Norman Sr., ME Sovereign Grand Conductor Steve Wilson, MB Sovereign Grand Chaplain J. ‘Toby’ Hanson, WA Sovereign Grand Musician Dana J. Minster, MT Sovereign Grand Guardian Ray W. Link, CA Sovereign Grand Messenger Brig. Gen. D. E. McLaren, ANE Aide-de-Camp Douglas E. Pittman, CO Past Sovereign Grand Master Michelle L. Heckart, IA Soloist/Ambassador of Goodwill

DATES TO REMEMBER MOTTO: The Future is in your hands Step up to the Plate. 2019

THEME: Now is the Future! September 20 167th Anniversary of the Motivate, Treat everyone Rebekah Degree with Respect, Dignity and

September 24 133rd Anniversary of the Kindness. Patriarchs Militant Degree Be Optimistic, Be Positive

AIM: Promote our Order— October 5 Testimonial Banquet— E. Wesley Nelson Gain Membership Sovereign Grand Master Calgary, Alberta GUIDES: Bible, Rituals, Code of General Laws

November 4 117th Anniversary of the L.A.P.M. FLOWER: Star Gazer Lily November 16 Testimonial Banquet— Lady Jami A. Rafter Pres.-IALAPM COLORS: Red & White Des Moines, Iowa SONG: Gods Coloring Book

2020 HYMN: Into the Night

January 15 Anniversary of the Birthday of SCRIPTURE: Proverbs 24: Verse 4 Thomas Wildey, Know also that Wisdom is founder of our Order. like honey for you; If you find it, there is a future

February Educational Foundation Month hope for you, Certificates available to Lodges And your hope will not be cut making $1.00 per member donations. off.

February 29 Testimonial Banquet— Elizabeth Mowry-Harbstreit DEDICATION: I am dedicating this year to my President—IARA home jurisdiction of Alberta. Kansas City, MO Without their continued support and encouragement, I

March Arthritis Month would not be here today. In Plan a fund raiser and receive a my twenty-two years of certificate. working for the Jurisdiction

March 21 Testimonial Banquet— of Alberta they have always Gen. John C. Roberts been my support. General Commanding, GMC, PM Dulles, Virginia

Contacts

Membership Reporting new members: 422 Trade St NW [email protected] Winston-Salem, NC 27101-2830 F (336) 722-7317

Educational Foundation R. Kenneth Babb, Ex. Dir. PO Box 20455 (336) 724-5116 Winston-Salem, NC 27120 F (336) 723-2405 [email protected]

Visual Research Foundation Mark E. Ulrich, Chm.

1107 Walnut St E (701) 662-2946 ELIZABETH MOWRY-HARBSTREIT Devils Lake, ND 58301-5240 [email protected] PRESIDENT—I.A.R.A. Mail donations to: Odd Fellows & Rebekahs VRF I.O.O.F. Emblem: flutterby on a star 422 N Trade Street Winston-Salem, NC 27101-2830

Arthritis Advisory Board Clarence Plant, Chm. 104 Randolph Rd (508) 852-7702 Worcester, MA 01606 [email protected] Mail Donations to: your local Arthritis Foundation or Society

The SGL/IARA JYC Steven E. Adams, Chm. 2019-2020 OFFICERS 114 Galleon Dr SE (307) 256-4518 OF THE Poplar Grove, IL 61065 [email protected]

INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION I.O.O.F. SOS Children’s Village OF REBEKAH ASSEMBLIES, I.O.O.F. Mail donations to: The SGL I.O.O.F.—SOS Elizabeth Mowry-Harbstreit, MO President 422 N Trade Street Kathleen D. Richen, MA Vice President Winston-Salem, NC 27101-2830 Ruth A. Earl, MI Warden Connie H. Miller, CT Secretary I.O.O.F. Pilgrimage for Youth S. Sue Zylstra, IA Treasurer Leonard Bolton, Ex. Dir. Sabrina Royea, QC Marshal 422 Trade St NW (336) 528-3518 Sharon D. Landry, IL Conductor Winston-Salem, NC 27101-2830 [email protected] Sharron M. ‘Shari’ Howard, MO Chaplain Phoebe J. Astill, CA Musician Odd Fellows and Rebekahs Rose Float Barbara J. ‘Barb’ Scott, MT Guardian PO Box 2718 Kay S. Owings, KS Guardian Redondo Beach, CA 90278 Patty A. Heighton, AP Immediate Past President [email protected]

COMMUNITY SERVICE: by involving your Lodge in Community activities and civic projects; through this Theme: Focus on What’s Important! involvement we will increase awareness of Odd Fellowship in our Communities. Branch out into your community, be part of the community. Scripture: Psalm 118:24: This is the day the Lord has made; we will rejoice and PROJECTS AND PROGRAMS be glad in it. All of the projects of the Order as well as local projects in each jurisdiction are important to each of us. This year, because of my involvement in the Songs: When I Think of God’s Love Visual Research Program, I ask for your continued Hymn of Promise support. What greater gift can we give than the gift of Welcome to My World sight? What a Wonderful World I.O.O.F. Educational Foundation Pilgrimage for Youth Living Legacy Dedication: So many people have helped me to Arthritis (Foundation and Society) become the Rebekah whose goal it is Hunger & Disaster to serve you and our Order this year: I.O.O.F. SOS Children’s Village—Cambodia my dad who lived the teachings of Rose Parade Float Rebekah-Odd Fellowship throughout his life, my mom who continues to Support local projects: demonstrate her commitment to those In addition certificates will be awarded for teachings throughout her 65+ years of participation in local projects: Scholarships; Drug membership, PP-RA-MO Mary Awareness Programs; and Community Project(s) of Lauritzen, PP-IARA Betty C. your choice. Moates, my husband Steve who See the I.O.O.F. News — issues of May-June for encourages me in all ways, Rebekahs the reporting forms. and Odd Fellows throughout

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The Honorable E. Wesley Nelson 403.698.1074 Rebekahs and Odd Fellows whom I Sovereign Grand Master have met while traveling our 55 Bedridge Way NE fraternal highways and airways. I Calgary, AB T3K 1M2 [email protected] can never give back to those who have given me so much; my goal is to pay it Elizabeth Mowry-Harbstreit 785.224.6783 forward so that others may enjoy President—I.A.R.A. membership in this Order as I have. 2300 Crimson Ct Kearney, KS 64060 [email protected] As we celebrate the legacy of the men who demonstrated their faith in God and Gen. John C. Roberts 540.667.3743 General Commanding vowed to improve the world around 163 Sunshine Dr them by founding the Independent Winchester, VA 22602-6747 [email protected] Order of Odd Fellows 200 years ago, may we all rededicate ourselves to the Lady Jami A. Rafter 515.491.8023 foundation established then so that President—I.A.L.A.P.M. we may leave a stronger legacy for 3089 - 350th St those who follow us. Stuart, IA 50250 [email protected]

AWARDS FOR SPONSORING NEW MEMBERS

 “I Got One” button to each sponsor.

Emblem:

Eagle in Flight with Bundle of Sticks  $25.00 to the I.O.O.F. program of the sponsors choice for sponsoring 10 new members into the Order—in the sponsors name.

 PM/LAPM AWARDS Sponsor one (1) new member: ribbon bar Additional 2 new members: add 1 bronze oak leaf GENERAL JOHN C. ROBERTS 3 oak leaves per ribbon bar. GENERAL COMMANDING January 1, 2020—December 31, 2020

2019-2020 OFFICERS ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ OF THE GENERAL MILITARY COUNCIL MEMBERSHIP AWARDS PATRIARCHS MILITANT INDEPENDENT ORDER OF ODD FELLOWS  To all new members a ‘three link’ pin.  To the Unit sponsoring the most new members Gen. John C. Roberts, VA ...... General Commanding Lt. Gen. Michael L. Bowers, TN ...... Deputy General Commanding a ‘3 link’ rug. Maj. Gen. Earl F. Wys, IL ...... Executive Officer  To the Grand Body with the largest net gain a Maj. Gen. Clement H. Olson, NY ...... Adjutant General Maj. Gen. Marie H. Greger-Smith, IN ...... Quartermaster General plaque. Lt. Gen. Paul D. Bradley, GA ...... Chief of Staff Maj. Gen. Howard G. Malin, VA ...... Military Advisor – USA Maj. Gen. Gordon W. Friedrick, SK ...... Military Advisor – Canada  Units being instituted will receive an altar Maj. Gen. Robert P. Henderson, OH ...... Inspector General Bible and Institution Kit from the Brig. Gen. Sandra A. Coulter, IL ...... Medical Officer Brig. Gen. David E. Rosenberg, CA ...... Judge Advocate International Leaders upon notification from Brig. Gen. Justin C. Bailey. PA ...... Chief of Equipment the Grand Body secretarial officer. Please Brig. Gen. David A. Young, PA ...... Chaplain General Brig. Gen. Rodney M. Metoyer, CA ...... Bannerette send name and number, date of institution and Brig. Gen. Bernita A. Roberts, VA ...... Aide de Camp location to: The Sovereign Grand Lodge, Brig. Gen. Brenda A. Stephany, MSo ...... Aide de Camp Brig. Gen. Charles H. Teague Jr., ANE ...... Bugler I.O.O.F., 422 Trade Street NW, Winston- B./G. Donald E. McLaren, ANE ...... Aide-de-Camp – Comm.-in-Chief Salem, NC 27101 Gen. S. Ray Johnson, IN ...... General Commanding (R) Lt. Gen. (R) Patrick L. Cress, KS ..... Grand Representative to The S.G.L. Capt. Raul Rodrigues, MAR ...... Ambassador of Goodwill GOALS Theme: Remember: “No man is an Island.” We are all Brothers and Sisters. Sovereign Grand Master’s Goals for 2019-2020: I ask: Motto: The Future is NOW! that you focus on the Future of the Order. Now is the Future! Goal: To reestablish the Patriarchs Militant as I also ask: a force of strength, stability and that you work with each other: Motivate, perseverance within the Order. treat everyone with Respect, Dignity and Kindness; be Optimistic and be Positive. Aim: To strengthen all Branches of the Order And lastly, I ask: and to keep from losing and making each that you Step Up to the Plate as the Future one stronger and supportive of each other. is in your hands. Invite someone to join our Guides: The Bible & the Code of General Laws great Order. Flower: Rose

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 Each member to recruit one new member. Hymns: On Eagles’ Wings  Increase membership in each unit of our Let There Be Peace On Earth Order.  Through community involvement Song: The Impossible Dream (The Quest)  Through public awareness Scripture: DEUTERONOMY 14:29: “…the stranger, the  Continue to take actions to implement the five fatherless, and the widow, which are in year plan. thy gates, shall come and shall eat and be satisfied; that the Lord thy God, may ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ bless thee in all the work of thy hand which thou doest”.

‘STEP UP TO THE PLATE Dedication: My dad, he died on my 15th birthday. He instilled “Faith, Hope and Charity” in AWARDS our family. He lived “Friendship, Love, and Truth” throughout his life. He was a For outstanding performance by a Unit true Odd Fellow. promoting Odd Fellowship through a community project. Project: Wounded Warriors and the Arthritis Foundation For outstanding performance by an individual member promoting Odd Fellowship Challenge: Everyone who is able, donate one pint of blood to the Red Cross or to their local through a public awareness program. hospital, many lives will be impacted.

Emblem: Butterfly

Aim: Let’s Make TODAY one step closer to a strong future.

Flowers: Lilacs and White Roses for Lady Agnes Sealey LADY JAMI A. RAFTER PRESIDENT—I.A.L.A.P.M. Colors: Purple, Gold, White

2019-2020 OFFICERS OF THE Songs: Butterfly Kisses by Bob Carlisle INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION Angles Among Us LADIES AUXILIARIES PATRIARCHS MILITANT I.O.O.F. You are my Sunshine

President Lady Jami A. Rafter, IA Blessings by Laura Story 1st Vice President Lady Margaret A. Gardner, NY nd 2 Vice President Lady Debra LaVergne, CA Guides: Ritual, and Bible Secretary Lady Judy G. Gordon, VA Treasurer Lady Joyce M. Higgins, ANE Officer of the Day Lady Kathy P. Henderson OH Project: Travel fund for IALAPM Officer of the Guard Lady Ruth A. Good, PA Right Adie to the President Lady Barbara A. McLaren, ANE Color Sergeant Lady Amanda K. Beik, IA Scripture: Rejoice in the Lord always, I will say it U.S. Color Bearer Lady Barbara J. Bateman, IN again Rejoice. Philippians 4:4 Canadian Color Bearer Lady Maureen Kamp, ON International Banner Bearer Lady Edith M. Kalin, ANE President’s Banner Bearer Lady Eddy R. Vickery, CO Prayer: Lord, help us to find a healthy balance Color Guard # 1 Lady Sheri L. Vickery, CO between working too much and working Color Guard # 2 Lady Katie D. Walters, PA too little. Help us to relax without Chaplain Lady Clara Kay Nott, IL Musician Lady Sharon M. Harris, VA feeling guilty. Prod us to spend fruitful Bannerette Lady Donna M. Wood, IA time with those whom we love and Sentry Lady Janet L. Haynes, OH depend upon our presence. Picket Lady Sheryl A. Bailey, KS Honor Guard #1 Lady Bonnie L. Hensley, IL Honor Guard #2 Lady Mary Anne Fox, MO Dedication: I would like to Dedicate my year to my Honor Guard #3 Lady Joyce A. Dickinson, NY family, my parents that introduced me to Honor Guard #4 Lady Georgia A. Wickman, PNW this wonderful order 32 years ago, to all Honor Guard #5 Lady Linda M. McGhee, OH Honor Guard #6 Lady Patricia A. Faustner, PA the extra parents, grandparents, sisters, Historian Lt. Gen. Patrick L. Cress, KS and brothers I have made along the way, Assistant Secretary Lady Sharon M. Harris, VA I could not have gotten here without you. Hospital Matron Lady Anna L. Eells, MN Soloist Lady Sandra M. Brown, VA To Iowa thank you for always being in Ambassador of Goodwill Lady Betty E. Wrenfrow, CO my corner and helping in anyway. I Right Adie to the Chaplain Lady Sarah L. Adams, IN would also like to thank my escort Brig. Right Adie to 2nd Vice Lady Cathy Doub, CA Assistant Bannerette Lady Alice D. Legg, NY Gen. Duane Vine. Immediate Past President Lady Michelle M. Jones, CO Right Adie to the Past President Lady Kathryn E. Bellmore, ON