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A Publication of Shrine Masons. June 2019 - Vol. 119, Issue 6 The Newest Cyclown Brings a New Twist to the Dalles as Batman’s Joker Al Kader OASIS From the Potentate’s Desk Published Monthly Al Kader, Shriners International by 2019 Potentate I.S. Todd Weedman 25100 SW Parkway Ave. Wilsonville, OR 97070-9600 As I write this, we just came off a series Phone: (503) 682-4420 of unusually hot days for May, only to Fax: (503) 685-5080 turn on a dime back to rain. Nonetheless, Email: [email protected] spring has arrived and the vision of warm www.AlKaderShriners.org Subscription Price $8.00 / yr summer days is on our minds – we can see ourselves on the river, having dinner Elected Divan outside on the deck, and telling stories Todd Weedman, Potentate around the fire pit. Carl Thompson, Chief Rabban Terry Griffith, Assistant Rabban Imagining the future is a powerful Mark Phillips, High Priest & Prophet motivator to make the necessary Carl Robinson,Oriental Guide Gillan Bradley, Treasurer measure and preparation to achieve our Dick Duer, Recorder dreams – indeed, the gratification of accomplishment is frequently as sweet as Appointed Divan the objective. Greg O’Neal, 1st Ceremonial Master Jeremy Ward, 2nd Ceremonial Master I have read that a vision of the future Bill Hinkle, Director Mel DeHut, Marshal should be audacious, with a reasonable Kevan Snyder, Captain of the Guard timeline to plan, initiate and ultimately achieve. In my experience, upon Curtis Hanson, Legion of Honor Adjutant initiation of a well formed plan, most perceived obstacles turn out to be Larry Evey, Outer Guard less than expected or completely non-existent. However, just as the rains Kenton Wolfe, Chaplain returned, there will be setbacks… which should be expected, but only Zack Blalack, Outer Guard Dick Crist, Outer Guard given their due concern. Carey Huckaba, Outer Guard Bill Quier, Outer Guard We live in a time of constant flux, requiring perpetual planning – so Jim Loenning, Outer Guard revisiting our goals is critical if we desire to remain effective and relevant. Robert Miltenberger, Outer Guard The goals of the shrine have been and continue to be a positive community Potentate’s Aides relationship, financial stability and a healthy membership – all to enable Executive Aides I.S. Ard and Carol Pratt us to help children by supporting our hospitals. We can start with those Chief Aides Brian and Jennifer Williams broad strokes, but now paint in details with bold colors and visualize what Larry Maine, Marty Bush, Roger Reed and Kristie Bjork, Alicia Moss, Lori Calkins, John Al Kader could look like in three years. and Barbara Wilde, Steve and Paula Levin, Nathaniel Pratt, Judy Smith Let’s add 300 very active Shriners statewide to our membership, men known as leaders in the community. One way to do this is by extending Temple Unit Staff our local interaction through sponsorship or volunteering at community Jay Carey, Director of Units events, which besides building goodwill, frequently induces reciprocal Ken Hall, Assistant Dir. of Units support from individuals and businesses. Others will acknowledge Other Appointments Shriners as community pillars and as men that are desirable to affiliate Skip Stanaway, Ambassador at Large with. Contacting the Department of Parks and Recreation or Chamber Ron Ellenson, Ambassador of Commerce will likely foster many opportunities. Being a Noble of the Gary Scott, Ambassador Shrine is both honorable and prestigious, and many worthy men would Emeritus seek to join our ranks if we are repeatedly in the public eye engaging in Roy Armentrout, Recorder spiritually fulfilling efforts. Kenji Yaguchi, Ambassador Robert Keller, Treasurer Furthermore, if Al Kader doubled it’s investment portfolio through I.S. Dave Johnson, Editor donations, wills, trusts, fundraising events, and maximizing building rentals, there would be many things we could do to help our Clubs and OASIS Units be more viable, visible and active. Your Divan is currently exploring Potentate I.S. Todd Weedman, Publisher Patrick Sheehan, Editor all these avenues. Art Thompson, Photographer Items must be received by the 10th of the Success in any one area positively influences the others… So let us seek month to [email protected] for that synergistic upward spiral. next month’s issue. Advertising Rates on Request continued on page 15 2 Al Kader Oasis - June 2019 Fez Lunch Tachos 515 Molalla Ave., Oregon City, OR Friday, June 28th, 12-2 Please RSVP to: [email protected] or on Facebook FezLunch Group or call Notice of Stated Meeting (971) 246-6445 Monday, June 24, 2019 5:00 p.m. Oasis 6:00 p.m. Dinner 7:00 p.m. Stated Meeting Al Kader Shrine - Shiners International Shrine Center - Wilsonville, Oregon 2019 Dues Card Required. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. by Order of: Potentate I.S. Todd Weedman Attest: Dick Duer, Recorder Chaplain’s Report by Noble Kenton Wolfe In Lodge and in the Shrine we have shepherds. Are you a shepherd or a sheep? Sheep were one of We are fortunate to have many individuals who the first domesticated animals and are referred to in are blessed as leaders. We also have followers and the Bible more than any other animal. members of the “herd or flock.” Both are necessary components of an organization. Growing up on the farm I never thought sheep were particularly bright compared to pigs or cows. One of the needs of many people in life is to However, studies rank sheep only slightly behind know their neighbors and be part of something pigs in intelligence. They have strong social, flocking meaningful. We have that as Shrine Masons. and following behavior. However, we need to show up and participate. One can learn a lot from spending time around When a sheep is lost, or a cow goes astray we have animals – especially livestock. As an example, shepherds to guide us back. cows and sheep have leaders and followers. If you Read this issue of the Al Kader Oasis. Read the watch a line of cows going to pasture or returning Oregon Grand Lodge Bulletin. Both are also for milking, the same cow or cows will be in front. available online and on social media. Look at Likewise, the same cow or group will be in the rear. all that is going on around us. Take advantage When they go into the barn they go into the same of our activities. Participate and be part of the stall. Other livestock also develop a hierarchy and organization. You will find rewards greater than you dominance. can imagine and gain more than you contribute. As believers in the Supreme Architect of the universe Support our philanthropy that provides our children and guided by teachings of the Holy Bible we find with the finest care available. many references to shepherds and sheep. We have shepherds in our lives and can be shepherds to others. Al Kader Oasis - June 2019 3 Shurtah Office have been involved with brought back many by Jay Carey, High Shireeve memories for quite a few “Over the Hillers” and Shurtah members. At our Shurtah meeting we had Salam! On behalf of a change in the officers for the Club. The new High the Al Kader Shurtah Shireeve is Noble Jay Carey, Low Shireeve is Noble Law Enforcement Club, Ken Hall, Sec/Trea is IS John Nerski, Past High greetings. Shireeve Representative and Chaplain is IS Bob Walliker and Sgt-at-Arms is Noble Steve Levin. Our Our Club meets next meeting will be May 22nd, 2019 at 11:30 a.m. monthly in conjunction at the Clackamas Denny’s. with the “Over The Hill Gang” (retired Please join us for the fun and fellowship of our officers from area meetings. In the event you cannot make the law enforcement meetings, you are always welcome to ride along for organizations) where we enjoy a wonderful meal, the Parades. a guest speaker and great fellowship. After the luncheon, the “Over the Hill” members depart Shurtah seeking applications: and Shurtah is called to order to conduct our Club Dear Noble, if you qualify, we invite you to join us. meeting. Our meetings are always on the fourth See the article above for our requirements and Wednesday of each month and are held at the more information about what we do & and the Clackamas Denny’s, 15815 SE 82nd Drive, starting advantages of membership. at 11:30 a.m.. Our Ladies are welcome and many of them join us each month. Contact Jay Carey - High Shireeve Ken Hall -Low Shireeve or We welcome any Noble who has a connection to IS John Nerski - Sec. Treas law enforcement and would be pleased to have you join our Club. The primary requirements are that you have to have been an active or retired member Tualatin Valley Shrine Club of a law enforcement agency which include; by Noble Herb Richardson reserve officers or deputies, correctional officers or deputies, parole and probation officers, medical We had a very nice turnout for the Tualatin Valley Shrine Club March meeting at the Peppermill Restaurant. Thanks to all who ventured out for the meeting and comradery. Let’s keep those good attendance numbers going when we reconvene in September. For our meeting in May (which has obviously passed) I have no idea what was on-tap for a meeting agenda or any form of entertainment or enlightenment. I’m sure it was a big surprise. But I hope most of you members came out to join in the festivities no matter what the leadership was throwing at us. As has been previously announced at our meetings for the past two months, the Tualatin Valley Shrine Club will NOT be meeting in June, July or August examiners criminal investigators, and military so enjoy your summer vacations.