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Jefferson (NC) Lodge No. 38, IOOF of North Carolina | Jefferson (NC) Lodge No. 38, IOOF of North Carolina | ||
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We are a local group doing good in our community, and part of the [https://odd-fellows.org International Order of Odd Fellows]. | We are a local group doing good in our community, and part of the [https://odd-fellows.org International Order of Odd Fellows]. | ||
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| − | + | == Where? == | |
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| + | We meet every Thursday at 228 E Main St, Jefferson, NC 28640. | ||
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| + | == When? == | ||
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* 1st Thursday: Ritual (Installations in January, Degree Conferrals on other months) | * 1st Thursday: Ritual (Installations in January, Degree Conferrals on other months) | ||
* 2nd Thursday: Potluck Dinner | * 2nd Thursday: Potluck Dinner | ||
* Other Thursdays: General Meeting and Practice for Degrees | * Other Thursdays: General Meeting and Practice for Degrees | ||
| − | == Why | + | == Why? == |
| − | + | Many of us already do what we feel is our part to help our community. Some of us prefer to work as a group, pooling our resources and making friends along the way. | |
[https://odd-fellows.org/about/our-mission/ As an organization, the Independent Order of Odd Fellows aims to provide a framework that promotes personal and social development. Lodge degrees and activities aim to improve and elevate every person to a higher, nobler plane; to extend sympathy and aid to those in need, making their burdens lighter, relieving the darkness of despair; to war against vice in every form, and to be a great moral power and influence for the good of humanity. For members, the degrees in Odd Fellowship emphasizes a leaving of the old life and the start of a better one, of welcoming travelers, and of helping those in need.] | [https://odd-fellows.org/about/our-mission/ As an organization, the Independent Order of Odd Fellows aims to provide a framework that promotes personal and social development. Lodge degrees and activities aim to improve and elevate every person to a higher, nobler plane; to extend sympathy and aid to those in need, making their burdens lighter, relieving the darkness of despair; to war against vice in every form, and to be a great moral power and influence for the good of humanity. For members, the degrees in Odd Fellowship emphasizes a leaving of the old life and the start of a better one, of welcoming travelers, and of helping those in need.] | ||
| − | + | == How? == | |
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| + | Just reach out to us and let us know you're interested in learning more! | ||
Members must be at least 16 years of age. | Members must be at least 16 years of age. | ||
Revision as of 16:22, 3 January 2022
Jefferson (NC) Lodge No. 38, IOOF of North Carolina
Who?
We are a local group doing good in our community, and part of the International Order of Odd Fellows.
Jefferson Lodge No. 38, founded in ____, was one of dozens of Odd Fellows lodges in Ashe County during the 1900s.
2022 Officers:
| Office | Holder | Type | Responsibilities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noble Grand | Nancy Wilson | Elected | Runs the organization |
| Vice Grand | Drew Myers | Elected | Assists and fills in for NG |
| Past Grand | Bryna Grig | (Earned) | Assists and fills in for NG or VG |
| Secretary | David Herman | Elected | Records minutes, files paperwork, receives communications |
| Fninancial Sectretary | Karen Thomas | Elected | Notifies about, collects, and tracks dues payments |
| Treasurer | Bryna Grig | Elected | Keeps financial records; receives and disburses funds |
| Warden | Sam Weaver | Appointed | Responsible for candidates, regalia, and installations |
| Conductor | Joel | Appointed | Receives candidates on degrees, assists Warden |
| Chaplain | Ricky Dishman | Appointed | Offers prayers |
| Right Supporter, NG | Darla Badger | Appointed | Supports and covers for NG; ensures proper signs given |
| Left Supporter, NG | Erica | Appointed | Assists NG; ensures members have proper regalia; covers for RSNG |
| Right Supporter, VG | Darla Badger | Appointed | Supports and covers for VG; ensures proper signs given; |
| Left Supporter, VG | Erica | Appointed | Assists VG; covrers for RSVG |
| Color Bearer | Jeffery Caudill | Appointed | Oversees flags |
| Right Scene Supporter | Darla Badger | Appointed | Assists as required |
| Left Scene Supporter | Erica | Appointed | Assists as required |
| Inside Guardian | Joe Cockerham | Appointed | Guards Inner Door |
| Outside Guardian | Debbie | Appointed | Guards Outer Door |
| Musician | NEEDED | Appointed | Provides musical accompaniment |
What?
Where?
We meet every Thursday at 228 E Main St, Jefferson, NC 28640.
When?
- 1st Thursday: Ritual (Installations in January, Degree Conferrals on other months)
- 2nd Thursday: Potluck Dinner
- Other Thursdays: General Meeting and Practice for Degrees
Why?
Many of us already do what we feel is our part to help our community. Some of us prefer to work as a group, pooling our resources and making friends along the way.
How?
Just reach out to us and let us know you're interested in learning more!
Members must be at least 16 years of age.
