WSOJ Sock Hop and 50 Year Celebration

Dear Sojourners and Friends,

Well, it's getting close ... time for our 1950's Sock Hop and 50 year celebration party for Starlight Shrine #1 on Oct. 17th beginning at 1:00 p.m. This is going to be a fun, fun event that you and your family and friends won't want to miss!

If you need tickets to buy or sell, please contact Soj. Stacie Schwartz or me. Or, please let one of us know that you'll be purchasing your ticket(s) at the door so we can firm up our food and beverage head count.

Starlight Shrine #1 members, please make sure that Soj. Jean Castro knows what side dish (rolls & butter, salad & dressing, or dessert) you are bringing. I am taking care of preparing the main pasta and vegetable dish and have already obtained the items needed for the no-host non-alcholic bar drinks (please note-a limited selection will be available, this will not be a complete "bar").

Decorating and set up will begin about 11 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 17th, in case you are able to come early and help out. Our celebration decorations are multi-colored helium filled balloons-themed with white table coverings and black plates that are intended to simulate LP records.

Soj. Wanieta is bringing her keyboard, amplifier and speaker system and will be ready to play 1950's music for our listening and dancing enjoyment.

And, of course, a clean-up crew is needed to help Soj. Jean and Soj. John after the event.

Okay! So, get those 1950's Sock Hop outfits ready (or comfortable casual clothes) and we'll see you next Sunday!

Posted by Pam Noyes, PWHP
Starlight Shrine #1
Las Vegas, Nevada

October 2010 Birthdays with notes and concerns

Dear Sojourners and Friends,

Please forgive me for getting the October birthdays and concerns to you late. I have been out of town for the past couple of weeks (visiting grandkids in Arkansas) and October just came sneaking up on me all of a sudden!

So please join me in wishing a very happy birthday (and many, many more) to the following Sojourners:

Soj. Richard Bryant - Oct. 03
Soj. Barb Henderson - Oct.12
Soj. Dale Iness - Oct. 21
Soj. Lucille Kubic - Oct. 25
Soj. Jada Kubic - Oct. 25
Soj. Monie Mendoza - Oct. 10
Soj. Roger Noyes - Oct. 14
Soj. Carolyn Prather - Oct. 20

Other notes and news:

Please remember that our 1950's Sock Hop will begin about 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 17th at the Vegas Lodge Masonic Temple in Las Vegas, Nevada. Admission is $5.00 for 13+ years old, $1.00 for ages 5-12, and free for under age 5. Our Starlight Shrine #1 Sojourners are asked to please call Soj. Jean Castro to let her know if you will be donating the side dishes of a mixed salad (with dressing), rolls and butter, or a dessert. If you need more tickets to sell for this event, please contact Soj. Stacie Schwartz or me. Also, it is optional to dress in (or bring with you) your favorite 1950's Sock Hop outfit (for the women-poodle skirt, sweater set with a neck scarf, saddle oxford shoes, etc.) Otherwise, dress for this event is casual and comfortable Tickets will be available at the door, but please RSVP for a main dish food head count by calling either Soj. Stacie or me by Oct. 10th. Thanks and we'll be looking for you there!

Donna and Al Mehlhaff report a new email address. (Please contact Starlight Shrine #1 if you are a Soj. who wishes to obtain it. Thanks.)

Posted by Pam Noyes, PWHP

Below are forwarded concerns from our sister Shrines:

Sent: Mon, September 27, 2010 1:13:28 PM
Subject: Services for Charlene Curtis

It is regret that I inform you that Charlene Curtis, PWHP of Trinity Shrine, entered into rest on Sept. 15, after a lengthy illness. Services will be held on Monday, October 11, at 11:00 AM at the St. James Episcopal Church, 3903 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90010. Interment will be within the church.

Posted on behalf of Dorcas Aunger

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Note: Florence is a PSWHP of White Shrine, and a PGRM of Oregon Amaranth.

Dear Family and friends,

Paul took a fall last month and was in the hospital a week and then to rehab for about three weeks. He was in Eugene at Sacred Heart River Bend Hospital where surgery was done and then to South Hills Rehab. He had a compound fracture in the lower lumber No. 2. Had very serve pain and still is having pain and not strong enough to walk more than 150 feet with the walker. He is not doing well enough to come home. Will wait to see about making the ramp and etc. at home for him. I have been checking out all the assisted living and foster homes. Wow, what a job. He must be moved soon. I have finally arranged a place in Roseburg, Oregon that is about 35 miles from Elkton. The close one in Sutherlin 27 miles was full and had a waiting list also check out places in Cottage Grove. (Eugene was 55 miles one way every day.) I stayed at my friend Jackie's home while Paul was in the hospital as she was only 6 miles from the hospital.

Paul will now be at Callahan's Assisted Living Community. This place will give him the care he needs with meals and snacks. They even have an ice cream parlor!

Please relay this to others as he has enjoyed the many cards and prayers he has received.

Love and hugs to all,

Posted on behalf of Florence Straight

WSOJ Sock Hop on 17Oct2010

Starlight Shrine #1 is celebrating our 50th year of existence!

The Order of the White Shrine of Jerusalem, Starlight Shrine #1 cordially invites you to attend our annual fundraiser – a 1950’s Sock Hop Dance and Food Event.

Please join us on Sunday, October 17, 2010, at the Vegas Lodge #32 Masonic Temple located at 622 E. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas, Nevada, beginning with no host non-alcoholic specialty cocktail hour from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. (PST). Food, featuring a yummy pasta and vegetable main dish, will be served beginning at 2:00 p.m. Coffee, iced tea or lemonade will be included with the meal at no extra cost.

The admission tickets are $5.00 each (ages 13+); $1.00 each for children ages 5 to 12, and free for children under 5 years old. The no host specialty cocktail drink tickets are $0.25 each or 5 for $1.00. Specialty cocktail drinks will be 2 tickets for a small drink or 3 tickets for a larger size drink. All tickets are available for pre-purchase from any Starlight Shrine #1 member; or tickets will be available at the door, but please be sure to RSVP ahead of time!

Entertainment will feature a dancing demonstration and then the dance floor will be open for everyone to dance to the tunes. Dress is casual, or you can wear (or bring it with you) your favorite 1950’s sock hop outfit to join us in an afternoon of fun, food, and fellowship!

Please RSVP by October 10th for a food quantity head count! RSVP to Sojourner Pam Noyes, PWHP, or Sojourner Stacie Schwartz.

Starlight Shrine #1 Sept 2010 Meeting Notes

Starlight Shrine #1 Meeting Reminder Notice:

Our regular meeting will be this upcoming Saturday, September 4, 2010, at 3:00 p.m. (PST). Please remember that there is a mini school of instruction prior to the meeting, beginning at 2:00 p.m. (PST).

Happy Birthday (and many, many more) to our Sojourners celebrating a birthday in September, who include:

Soj. Jerrilyn Bishop, Sept. 09
Soj. Dorothy Bryant, Sept. 06
Soj. Jean Castro, Sept. 23
Soj. Del Clark, Sept. 27
Soj. Jerry Cook, Sept. 29
Soj. Thelma Howell, Sept. 16
Soj. Pam Noyes, Sept. 09
Soj. Sharene Parini, Sept. 28
Soj. Norma Petterson, Sept. 16
Soj. Kit Trochtenberg, Sept.22

Prayers go out to Soj. Joan Arasmith whose husband passed away this week. No further details are yet available.

Posted by Pam Noyes, PWHP

Below are forwarded Sickness & Distress notices from our sister Shrines.

----- Forwarded Message ----
From: Dorcas Aunger
To: Carolyn Manry
Sent: Fri, August 20, 2010 1:10:20 PM
Subject: FW: Ivan shares report

Carolyn,

I just got this from Ivan Lancaster. Florence is not only a PSWHP, she is a PGRM of Oregon, so some of the Amaranth people might like to know.

Dorcas

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Date: Thu, 19 Aug 2010 19:01:44 -0400
Subject: Ivan shares report

"Dear Sojourner:

I just found out last night that Paul Straight has been under rehab for several weeks. Three weeks ago Paul fell while at home. It was not necessary for him to go for medical care at that time, however, Florence had to call 911 to help her get him up. Then the next day he fell again and again Florence had to call 911. This time however, he had to go to the hospital. He suffered a Compound Fracture of the lumbar area which required surgery. He is in Rehab at the present and will be released soon. Before Paul can come home Florence needs to make several adjustments such as tear out the bath tub to install a shower and to also install a ramp.He is still in a wheelchair and can only walk very short distances with the assistance of a walker and nurse, etc. He will require further therapy at home. Then to complicate matters Paul is also suffering from Gout. Both Florence and Paul could use your prayers. Cards and words of cheer always feed ther soul.

From Lebanon Shrine, MT. View, CA:

Sojourner Barbara Moore, out of hospital at home, after open heart surgery.

Carolyn Manry, NP

Starlight Shrine #1 August Fundraiser Postposed

Just a quick reminder that the 1950's Sock Hop fundraiser that was set for the first Saturday in August has been postponed until probably October. More information will be forthcoming after our September meeting.

Posted by Pam Noyes, PWHP

Starlight Shrine #1 August 2010 Birthdays

Dear Sojourners & Friends,

Please join me in saying, "Happy Birthday" to our Starlight Shrine #1 Sojourners who celebrate a birthday in the month of August.

Soj. Connie Arrowsmith on 8/14
Soj. Julie Ann Bryant on 8/6
Soj. Betty Dolosich on 8/10
Soj. Glenna Ebaugh on 8/5
Soj. Moe Garrity on 8/22
Soj. Elizabeth Hannon on 8/27
Soj. Carol Huffman on 8/27
Soj. Al Mehlhaff on 8/17
Soj. Paula Phillips on 8/7
Soj. Camille (Wegner) Moore on 8/18

If your birthday (or another of our Sojourners whose birthday you know) is in August and you (or they) are not listed above, please be sure to contact me so I can update my list since it does still have 14 blanks spots in the birthday column! I appreciate your help.

Posted by Pam Noyes, PWHP

WSOJ Concerns 12July10

Dear Sojourners & Friends,

Below is a forwarded message from Soj. Wanieta and Soj. Dale Iness, of Starlight Shrine #1, Las Vegas, NV:

Hi,

I'm not sure you knew, but Dale was in the hospital for a week with pancreas. It was the most painful thing for him. He's lost 20 lbs, for which I am jealous! I didn't lose any!!

Have a good summer & thank you for the Birthday mention.

Posted on behalf of Soj. Wanieta Iness, Starlight Shrine #1

Below are forwarded concerns from our sister Shrine(s):

From: "Janet Allard"
Sent: Thursday, July 8, 2010 9:57:36 PM
Subject: Memorial Services

Dear Carol,

It is with great sadness that I must inform you of the passing of
Sojourner Dale Williams, PWHP, Lebanon Shrine #93 was diagnosed
with liver cancer recently and passed on July 5th.

Services will be held on July 24th at 1:00 PM at the Paul Mortuary at
the Chapel By the Sea. Please keep her husband John and the family in
your thoughts and prayers.

For directions or more information please call Paul Mortuary.

Janet Allard, PM
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La Posa #282
Secretary
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Jeanette Callis, Organist, Lebanon Shrine #93, Mt View, CA, was in the hospital for 10 days and now home recuperating after procedure.

Gladys Hall, Lebanon Shrine No. 93 Mt. View, CA could use cards, has fallen in the past month and doing better. She is now in the Masonic Home in Union City.

Posted on behalf of Carolyn Manry, NP

Lebanon Shrine No. 93 Mt View, CA

July 2010 Birthdays and other news

Dear Sojourners & Friends,

Happy 4th of July!

Please join in saying "Happy Birthday" (and many, many more) to our Starlight Shrine #1 Sojourners who will celebrate their birthdays in the month of July:

Kathy Bruck on 7/6
Romona Davis on 7/20
Nadine Gilberg on 7/31
Wanieta Iness on 7/29
Wendy Jackson on 7/21
Faun Crane Olsen on 7/24

If you have a birthday in the month of July and are not listed above, please contact me to update the information. Thank you.

Concern: Please keep our Soj. Fran Ruszkai, WHP, in prayer for speedy recovery from her recent hospitalization. (As I have been out of town for the past couple of weeks, she is the only one whom I am currently aware of from our Shrine that needs our extra prayers. Please contact me if there are others.)

Joy: Soj. Roger Noyes will be at the assisted living facility in Tualatin, OR until the end of this month and then he is going back home to Bandon to stay in Bandon. Yeah!!!

Also, please remember to be saving the date for our annual fund raising event that will be held on Saturday, August 7, 2010. This year's theme is a 50's style sock hop as Starlight Shrine #1 celebrates it's 50th year. Tentative plans include having the event start about noonish with the cost at the door to be $5.00 per person for ages 12 & above. Under 12 to be $1.00 per person, with those ages 2 years old and under admitted without cost. Plan on bringing your family and friends for this fun event that will feature a dance demonstration. There will a chance for everyone who wants to dance to get out on the floor (and compete for funny and/or silly prizes--bring or wear your best 50s sock hop outfit!) Icy cold lemonade and peppermint iced sun tea, along with light and cool snacks will be served since the temperatures are so high at this time of the year. Please help pass the word about our event to your friends in other organizations. If you know you are planning on attending, please contact me so the committee will have a rough head count for food and beverages. Thank you.

Pam Noyes, PWHP
Starlight Shrine #1
Ways & Means Chair, pro-tem

Below are concerns received from our sister Shrine:

From: EvelynBlakemore
Sent: Tuesday, June 29, 2010 6:13 PM
To: Manry, Carolyn A
Subject: Re: Hello

Hi Carolyn,

This is Evelyn Blakemore's daughter. Evelyn fell and broke her hip on June 17. She's had surgery and spent a week in the hospital, due to some complications. Saturday she was moved to a rehab facility, and will probably be there for almost three weeks. They expect a total recovery, but will need some help at home for awhile.

Marlyn Blakemore Lawrence
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George Rounseveld, PWOS, Lebanon Shrine #93, Mt View, CA

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From: EvelynBlakemore
Sent: Wednesday, June 09, 2010 9:34 PM
To: Manry, Carolyn A
Subject: Re: Hello

We send our Hello's back to you.

I don't know how much longer we will hold out. In case you haven't heard George is on Chemo as he has esophageal cancer and it may be in his stomach too. And, Miriam is moving to Rancho Bernardo to be near her son. She expects to be gone by September or October.

It seems so sad but that's the way the ball bounced.

Shrine love,

Evelyn

Notes with Joys and Concerns 07Jun10

Notes, Joys and Concerns from Starlight Shrine #1:

Save the date!! Starlight Shrine's annual fund raising event will be held on Saturday, August 7, 2010. As our Shrine celebrates its 50th year, this year's theme will be a "1950's Sock Hop". More details will be forthcoming as plans are firmed up. However, I have been in communication with a friend I know who dances and he has agreed to help with getting a couple of couples together for a swing dance demonstration. So, dig out those poodle skirts and bobby socks, tell your family and friends about it, and get ready to have some fun!!

Soj. Paula Phillips will be celebrating her 80th birthday on August 7th! (Watch here in the blog for the July and August birthday list as the dates draw nearer.)

Congratulations to these Sojourners who were installed into their offices this past Saturday: Soj. Monie Mendoza, PWHP, as Third Handmaid; Soj. Elizabeth Hannon as Worthy Treasurer; and Soj. Kit Trochtenberg as Worthy Guardian.

Soj. Paula Phillips missed the meeting Saturday due to throwing her back out while carrying luggage through the airport because she and Soj. Fran were unable to take the luggage cart past the security checkpoint. Please pray for her speedy recovery.

Soj. Connie Arrowsmith is home recuperating from the blood clot in her leg and resting in order to be able to have a long awaited eye appointment and for fitting with special contact lenses to improve her visual impairment. Please pray for her healing and success of her eye treatment.

It was reported Saturday that Soj. Maggie Cottle is settling into her new living arrangements, but she would like to have contact by the members, as she is a bit lonely. She has an apartment there and is living "independently"."

Soj. Chris DiGuilio continues to recuperate from her surgeries. Soj. Sharene Parini and Soj. Dale Iness were both absent from the meeting due to health reasons. Please keep these Sojourners in prayer for their recoveries.

Soj. Shirley Davis and Soj. Monie Mendoza continue to recover their health and it was good to see them both at the meeting on Saturday! Soj. Monie says that the good news is that she does not have to have carpel tunnel surgery on her arm as the pain in her wrist is from the shoulder surgery and it will take longer to recover than she initially was lead to believe. Her anticipated recovery time will be 8 to 12 months instead. She continues with physical therapy for a couple more months and then she may be able to drive again at that time. Soj. LaVerne Willman has been absolutely wonderful in helping drive Soj. Monie to all of her doctor appointments. Soj. Shirley has also been wonderful in helping Soj. Monie by taking her to grocery store, etc.

Soj. Roger Noyes is improving and his surgeons are optimistic that they can "put him back together again", hopefully sometime in September or October. He is getting stronger and he's able to be at home for longer periods of time each time he leaves the assisted living facility.

Soj. Wendy Jackson will be in the Southern Nevada area for a visit soon. She will be combining her & her husband's vacationing with house sitting for me (Soj. Pam Noyes) while Tim and I go to upstate New York so I can meet his family and we can see the two new granddaughters who were born recently.

Posted by Soj. Pam Noyes, PWHP
Starlight Shrine #1
Las Vegas, NV

FORWARDED JOY:

From: Joyce Bauer
Sent: Thursday, June 03, 2010 8:08 AM
Subject: Ed Walls 90th

WOULD YOU PLEASE PUT THE WORD OUT that ED WALLS will be 90 on JULY 23 and WE WOULD LIKE TO SHOWER HIM WITH BIRTHDAY CARDS FOR THAT SPECIAL DAY. (Note: Please contact Starlight Shrine #1 Blog for his address, if you need it. Thanks.)

Thank you so very much. He is in good health and volunteers at hospice and seems to be enjoying life to the fullest. Thanks much jb

Posted on behalf of Joyce Bauer

FORWARDED CONCERN:

Sent: Wednesday, June 2, 2010 5:41:28 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific
Subject: Sadness

Dear Sojourners:

We have been saddened by the passing of one of our Sojourners. Robert Page, PWOS of Star of The East Shrine, St. Paul, MN passed away June 2, 2010. Sojourner Bob had been very ill in the hospital for over a week. Many of you will remember Bob as giving of much time and dedication to our beautiful Order. Bob is survived by his three sons, Lawrence, PSWOS, Robert and Stephen, 3 Daughters-In-Law, 6 Grandchildren and five great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Soj. Stephanie Page, PSWHP. Please keep this family in your thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. Cards may be sent to Lawrence Page. (Please contact Starlight Shrine #1 Blog for the address if you need it. Thanks.)

Posted on behalf of Supreme Shrine, State of the Order Committee
Rogene R. Rogers, PSWHP Sunshine Chairman

Starlight Shrine #1 June Meeting and Notes

Dear Sojourners & Friends,

Starlight Shrine #1 of Las Vegas, Nevada will be holding their regularly stated meeting on Saturday, June 5, 2010, at 3:00 p.m. After the meeting, WSOJ members are encouraged to support the Job's Daughters' annual scholarship fundraiser dinner. The cost of the chicken dinner is $15. The alternate idea is to meet at Macayo Vegas on Charleston Blvd. after the meeting and go dutch.

Happy Birthday (and many, many more) to our Starlight Shrine #1 Sojourners with June Birthdays:

Betty Bakerink, June 16
Betty Ball, June 11
Bert Maitland, PWOS, June 23
Stacie Schwartz, June 27

Joys and Concerns (Sickness & Distress):

Soj. Connie Arrowsmith went to Centennial Hills Hospital today. Please keep her in your prayers for a safe and speedy recovery.

Reported by Soj. Sharene Parini
Worthy Chaplain
Starlight Shrine #1, Las Vegas, NV

Forwarded message:
Sent: Monday, May 17, 2010 5:42:59 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific
Subject: Polly Olivera, Sojourner of Lebanon Shrine #93 Mt View, CA

It is with a sad heart that I announce the death today, of Polly Olivera, PM of San Carlos Chapter now Valley Star Chapter. There will be a memorial service for her on Wednesday, May 19 at Los Altos Masonic Center, 146 Main Street, Los Altos. Time is 3:00 p.m. An Amaranth service and Eastern Star services are planned.

Sojourner George Rounsevell, PWOS, Lebanon Shrine, #93 Mt. View, having treatments for cancer.

Reported by Lora Corner

Concern for Soj. Chris DiGuilio on 30 April 2010

Please keep Soj. Chris DiGuilio in your prayers as she is facing a variety of challenges this week. Soj. Chris had surgery this past Monday and then had to return to the hospital on Tuesday due to complications. On Tuesday morning, Soj. Chris' son found his wife had passed away as he was showering. Soj. Chris' daughter-in-law was only 50 years old. Her son will taking his wife back to Mississippi for burial next Wednesday.

Posted by Pam Noyes, PWHP

May 2010 Meeting and Birthdays with Forwarded Concern

Starlight Shrine #1's regularly stated meeting is this upcoming Saturday, May 1, 2010, at 3:00 p.m. Please plan on joining us for a Salad Bar after the meeting.

Sojourners celebrating a May birthday include:

Ken DeLaat, PWOS on May 13
Howard Raab on May 19

Happy Birthday to you both and many, many more!


FORWARDED CONCERN:

Soj. Helen Trickett's son-in-law forwarded the information that Sojourner Helen passed away this past weekend.

There will be memorial services in Burlingame at Crosby and Gray at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 1, 2010.

"She was an icon, for sure."

Posted by Pam Noyes, PWHP

Additional April Birthday Wish

Dear Sojourners and Friends,

Please add to the April Birthday list for Starlight Shrine #1, Soj. Wendy Welch and join in sending her Happy Birthday greetings for April 3rd. Thanks.

Posted by Pam Noyes, PWHP

50th Installation of Officers with April Birthdays

Congratulations to Soj. Fran Ruszkai, WHP, and her officers for 2010-2011 on a successful installation last night. I'll post the photos when I get back home again on Tuesday night as I don't have my cable for my camera with me today.

Happy Birthday to the following Sojourners who celebrate their birthday in the month of April:

Soj. Maggie Cottle - April 19
Soj. Mona Hammett - April 20
Soj. Evelyn Lauer - April 6
Soj. Cathy Avansino Raab - April 19
Soj. Fran Ruszkai - April 24

If your birthday is in April and you are not listed above, please let me know so I can update my list. Thanks.

CONCERNS:

Please continue to hold in prayer:

Soj. Sharene Parini
Soj. Ramona Mendoza
Soj. Shirley Davis

JOYS:

It was good to see Soj. Jean Castro & Soj. John Castro at the installation last night. Both appeared to have recovered nicely.

If you have a Joy or Concern you would like shared, please be sure to let me know. Thanks.

Posted by Pam Noyes, PWHP

Urgent Prayer Request for Chet Wellborn

Please pray for my grandson, Chet Wellborn, and his family. This is what his mom posted on facebook today:

"Chet needs some prayers. His counts have dropped to a critical level, his immune system is almost nil, his headache won't go away, and his regular doctor is on vacation until Monday."

Thank you.

Pam Noyes

Prayer Request for Soj. Monie Mendoza

Please keep Soj. Monie Mendoza, Starlight Shrine #1's Third Handmaid, in prayer for recovery as she fell and broke her shoulder this afternoon. Thank you.

Posted by Pam Noyes, immediate PWHP

Sickness and Distress from Lebanon Shrine

The following items are prayer requests from our sister Shrine in California:

Shirley Bates, PWHP, Lebanon & Camelia Shrine, CA, is in bereavement of her husband, Loren Bates, PWOS .

Services for Loren Bates:

Just heard from Shirley Bates that Loren's services will be held at the Sierra Hills Memorial Park & East Lawn Mortuary, 5757 Greenback Lane, Sacramento at 2:00 pm on Saturday, March 20th. Continue to keep Shirley and her family in your prayers during this dfficult time.

Sojourner Jeanette Callis, Worthy Organist of Lebanon Shrine is in bereavement of her sister.

Posted by Pam Noyes on behalf of

Carolyn Manry

Worthy Chaplain

Lebanon Shrine

Starlight Shrine #1 Officer Election Results for 2010-2011

Congratulations to the following Sojourners of Starlight Shrine #1 who were elected yesterday (Sat., 03-06-10) to fulfill the elected offices for the 2010-2011 term:

Worthy High Priestess - Soj. Fran Ruszkai
Watchman of Shepherds - Soj. Ken DeLaat, PWOS
Noble Prophetess - Soj. Kathy Bruck
Assoc. Watchman of Shepherds - Soj. Pete Peterson
Worthy Chaplain - Soj. Sharene Parini
Worthy Shepherdess - Soj. Chris DiGuilio
Worthy Guide - Soj. Stacie Schwartz
Worthy Scribe - Soj. Joan Arasmith
Worthy Treasurer - Soj. Shirley Davis

Our 50th Officer Installation will be held on Saturday, March 27, 2010, at 7:00 p.m. The installation will be an open installation, so please invite your friends and family to attend. Soj. Fran has asked that all officers arrive by 6:00 p.m., if possible. Her theme will be centered around celebrating our 50 years as a Shrine and her colors will be pink and yellow.

I have very much enjoyed this past year as your Worthy High Priestess and thank each and every one of you for your love and support.

Soj. Fran has asked me to continue to maintain our blog, which I am happy to do. If you have Joys and Concerns or other news to share, please be sure to keep me informed, along with notifying Soj. Sharene.

With Shrine love,

Pam Noyes, PWHP

Soj. Dor Jahnke Services in Illinois Information

Funeral services for Soj. Dor Jahnke will be held on Thursday, March 4, 2010, in Illinois. Visitation is from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. with services to follow. Currently, there are no services planned in the Las Vegas area.

Her daughter, Soj. Sharene Parini stated, "I think at this point with Illinois having Star and Shrine services, I don't know (when asked about having a WSOJ service in Las Vegas). Dor sure loved her Orders and took a lot of pride in being a member. I'm not sure she is a 50 year member, but she's very close. That meant a lot to her."

Please keep Soj. Sharene and her family in prayer for safe travels as they journey to and from Illinois.

Posted by Pam Noyes, WHP

March 2010 Meeting Notes with Joys and Concerns

MARCH MEETING NOTES:

The Starlight Shrine #1 March 6, 2010 meeting will be Elections. Please remember that you have to have your dues paid current in order to vote in the elections. Additionally, Annual Reports are due. There will be a potluck dinner after the meeting. The theme is “He has the whole world in His hands.” Please contact Soj. Fran Ruszkai about what your favorite dish is that you will bring. The best way to contact Soj. Fran is to leave a voice mail message on her cell phone.

JOYS:

Happy Birthday to our Sojourners listed below who have a March birthday. May you have many, many more!

Ron Anderson – March 19

Joe Dolosich – March 1

LaVerne Willman - March 21

CONCERNS:

Our most heartfelt condolences go out to Soj. Sharene Parini and her family on the loss of our beloved Soj. Dorothy Jahnke. Soj. Dor peacefully passed away in the afternoon of Thursday, February 25, 2010. A service for her will be in Illinois and details are pending. Soj. Dor has been affiliated with Starlight Shrine #1 since May of 2007. Her steadfast presence at our meetings will be sorely missed but we may rejoice in the knowledge that she now stands in the presence of our Lord and Savoir, Jesus Christ.

Also, please keep in your prayers:

Soj. Shirley Davis, Worthy Treasurer, in prayer for healing from a recent health matter.

Soj. Ken DeLaat, PWOS, and Soj. Terry Thompson in prayer for their safe travels relating to OES.

If there are other members with Joys or Concerns, please let either Soj. Kathy Bruck, Worthy Chaplain, or myself know. Thanks.

Posted by Pam Noyes, WHP

Joys and Concerns Catch-up as of 11 Feb 2010

STARLIGHT SHRINE #1, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA
JOYS:

It was called to my attention that Soj. Lucille "Mom-a-Sone" Kubic, who was honored at the Starlight Shrine #1 WSOJ meeting this past Saturday with the Continuous Service Award, is also a Charter Member of Starlight Shrine #1, Las Vegas, Nevada.

Soj. Jean Castro reports that she is feeling better from her recent knee surgery. Please keep her in prayer for continued recovery.

Soj. Wendy Welch's recent medical procedure went well. It was great to see her at the meeting this past Saturday.

Soj. Wanieta Iness, Worthy Organist, was looking well and doing better when I saw her at church the other day.

Soj. Roger Noyes reports that he is feeling better and getting stronger each day. He continues with three times a week dialysis treatments.

SUPREME JOYS:

Jay Sade, SAWOS, reports that Linda recently had spinal surgery that went very well and she is now out of pain. She wants to thank everyone for their thoughts and prayers. Keep them up. They definitely help.

Posted on behalf of
Supreme State of the Order Committee
Rogene Rogers, PSWHP-Sunshine Chairman

STARLIGHT SHRINE #1, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA
CONCERNS:

I received an email note today from Soj. Monie Mendoza that when they went to visit Soj. Dor Jahnke at the Silver Hills Rehab Center, they found out that she is back in the hospital.

Please also keep Soj. Sharene Parini, Worthy Shepherdess, in prayer while she confronts these challenges along with her mom, Soj. Dor, especially since Soj. Sharene has her own physical challenges she is handling.

Soj. Faun Olsen has been in our prayers for recent medical issues.

Soj. Chris DiGuilio was supposed to have surgery in January; however, it was postponed. She's still been having a lot of back pain while she waits.

LEBANON SHRINE #93, MT. VIEW, CALIFORNIA
CONCERNS:

Soj. Dode Schubert, Second Hand Maid, fell and dislocated her shoulder. Her arm is in a sling and she is at home recuperating.

Soj. Clara Porter, PWHP of Lebanon Shrine No. 93, took God's Hand on January 2, 2010.

Posted on behalf of Carolyn Manry, Worthy Chaplain,
Lebanon Shrine No. 93, Mt View CA

HEBRON SHRINE #6, SHREVEPORT, LOUISIANA
CONCERN:

Soj. Yvonne Lee was robbed, shot and killed on Wednesday, February 3, 2010.

She was taking one of her co-workers home from work. She was the Assistant Director of Shreverport Green which hires at-risk teenagers to help them get back on the right road to becoming productive citizens rather than a burden to the community. Soj. Yvonne was a very sweet, well-liked person who never had anything bad to say about others. She went out of her way to help whenever she could.

Soj. Yvonne had just recently became a member of Hebron Shrine #6 in Shreveport, and was starting to become very active in our Shrine. She filled in wherever we needed her, and was trying to learn more about our work. Soj. Yvonne was loved by all and will be sorely missed.

Posted on behalf of
Angel Jolley, WHP
Hebron Shrine #6
Shreveport, Louisiana


Note: If I have missed a recent (since January 2010) Joy or Concern that pertains to you, please notify either myself or Soj. Kathy Bruck, Worthy Chaplain, so we can get the word out.

I have tried to get the fonts to all match, but when I copy and paste from the email messages, the text continues to retain its original formatting. That is why all the notice sections are different sizes.

Posted by Pam Noyes, WHP
Starlight Shrine #1, Las Vegas, Nevada

Soj. Ken DeLaat, PWOS Presentation

Sojourner Ken DeLaat, PWOS, was presented with a "Certificate of Appreciation" at the February 6, 2010, meeting for his service as WOS this past year. Soj. Ken has other commitments and will be unable to attend the March 2010 meeting. He was quite surprised by his presentation, stating, "I certainly didn't see that coming." Thank you, again, Soj. Ken for being my WOS this past year. Your help and guidance has been extremely beneficial.

Although my camera was not ready to record the actual presentation, below is a photo of Soj. Pam Noyes, WHP and Soj. Ken DeLaat, WOS taken right after the meeting.


Posted by Pam Noyes, WHP

Continuous Service Award 6 Feb 2010

Congratulations to Starlight Shrine #1 Continuous Service Award recipient, Soj. Lucille "Mom-a-Sone" Kubic. Presenting the award to Soj. Kubic is Soj. Dorothy Bryant, committee chair. The "Sweetheart" dinner held after the meeting was in her honor.

Feb 2010 Meeting Reminder with Birthday and Joys and Concerns

Hello, Sojourners and Friends,

For all Starlight Shrine #1 members (and other Shrine members who may want to visit), our regularly scheduled meeting will be this upcoming Saturday, February 6, 2010, beginning at 3:00 p.m. This is our "Sweetheart" themed meeting and we will be presenting our Miriam and Continuous Service Awards at the dinner following the meeting.

Please join me in saying "Happy Birthday" to our member whose birthday is in February:

Soj. Terry Thompson - Feb. 6th

Concern:

We have an urgent, urgent prayer request for Soj. Dorothy Jahnke, who was hospitalized in Centennial Hills Hospital with congestive heart failure. This is our Worthy Shepherdess Soj. Sharene Parini's mom.

Joys:

Tim and I celebrated our first wedding anniversary, along with attending Sophia's first birthday party, yesterday. Can you believe it's been a whole year gone by already?? It seems like it was just a few days ago.

Below are more concerns that have been forwarded to us. Please keep these Sojourners and their families in your prayers, too.

See you Saturday!

Posted by Soj. Pam Noyes, WHP, Starlight Shrine #1, Las Vegas, NV

Dottie Sams, PSWHP, is not doing well and has not been well for some time. Soj. Dottie is at the Life Care Center of Sierra Vista, AZ.

Memorial Services for Sister Clara Porter (also Honored Lady of Palo Alto Court, PWHP of Lebanon Shrine) will be on Sunday, March 14, 2010, 3:00 pm at the Mt View Masonic Center Church and Franklin Streets, Mt View, CA.

Anna Mae Soderberg (Sister, Honored Lady of Palo Alto Court, PWHP of Alchor Shrine) took Gods Hand on Friday, Jan 29th. No services per her request. Cards can be sent to her daughter, Sharon Harrison.

Soj. Cathy Felder, PWHP, wife of our Supreme Worthy Guard, Wayne Felder, Oregon Shrine No. 1 had the misfortune to fall. She had surgery immediately following the fall for a broken leg and a broken ankle in two places.

Posted on behalf of Soj. Joan Denman, SWHP

Photos from Supreme Visit on 2 Jan 2010

Here are a couple of photos that were taken on my digital camera from our Supreme Visit on January 2, 2010. Thank you so very much to all of our visitors that day. We appreciate your love and support!


Pictured above are some of the Supreme Officers who were visiting with our Supreme Worthy High Priestess, Joan K. Denman (center in the red dress).



Pictured above (left to right) is Soj. Pamela Noyes, Worthy High Priestess, Starlight Shrine #1, Las Vegas, NV and Soj. Joan K. Denman, Supreme Worthy High Priestess.

Posted by Pam Noyes, WHP