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The
Word of El Katif Shriners
September 2020 | Volume 83 Issue 7
THE RACE IS ON!
inside: Some news to feel “normal’
Note from the Pote
The Race is ON!!! Illustrious Sir Dave Campanella
Race over to the Spokane County Unfortunately, we will not be able to
Interstate Fair where the Fair will be drop ducks in the river this year so the
a first-ever virtual Fair! That means process of performing the Duck race
no carnival, no shows, and no animal this year will be similar to last year.
exhibits, but there will be a drive-thru Stay tuned for further details!
food row. The Fair management asked We are still moving forward with
a few select vendors to participate in- the Administration building, the
cluding the El Katif Food Booth. We're Tommy Rousseau Exhibit Room and not as obstacles, but as opportunities.
not sure how well we'll do, but we will the Dedication for this year. I am con- One of the many opportunities
be out there with One Fez! Admission fident you will be pleased with the new was because of the membership com-
is FREE but dates are limited! look! mittee, the divan, some of the Past Po-
These are just a few of the things tentates, the office, and YOU! We were
Weekend 1: we can do for the remainder of this able to clean up our membership ros-
Friday & Saturday, year… ter. We recovered some Nobles. Un-
September 11th & 12th from We are trying to come up with fortunately, some had to be dropped.
11am to 7pm new ideas, where we can be safe. BE Other opportunities are. We
Sunday, September 13th from SAFE! Two words we have heard so have created a "Pay Now" button, con-
11am to 5pm many times this year. There have been nected to WebFez so that you can pay
other words or terms we heard more your dues online.
Weekend 2: than we may care to hear. "Uncertain- We purchased a "Square Cred-
Friday & Saturday, September ty", "Social Distancing", "Isolation", it Card" reader to be used at the Fair
18th & 19th from 11am to 7pm "Unprecedented Times", "Wear Your Food Booth. This will provide many
Sunday, September 20th from Mask", "Six Feet", opportunities to ensure we don't lose
11am to 5pm Shortly after the shutdown, we sales at various events. It will replace
heard from health care professionals an outdated, costly process.
Food vendors will be located that "isolation" can negatively impact We will be purchasing an ATM
along Food Row. Guests will be able our mental health. So, they relaxed to be placed in the Event Center, so
to order from the comfort of their ve- some of the "restrictions". guests and Nobles will be able to get
hicles and your food will be brought If you indulge me for a mo- cash if needed. This will create reve-
to you! Plus, you can order from AS ment, I'd like to share with you; that nue with little labor.
MANY FOOD VENDORS AS YOU I also felt the effects of others causing These are to name a few.
WANT! us to "isolate." I was depressed and I want you to know in light of
Guests can enter at the Yellow felt defeated. That we were not able to current restrictions, keep your hopes
Gate, located behind the Spokane In- conduct stated meetings, perform in up that we will continue with the
dians Avista Stadium. parades, celebrate our Special Ladies, mindset, “One Fez”. We can do a lot
Please note that guests will be carry out the 2020 Summer PNSA and with “One Fez”.
asked to stay within their vehicles - meet with the Clubs and Units during I leave with you with this…
this is a drive-thru only! official visits, just to name a few.
September also means, DUCK Designs were drawn on the tres- "There is no such thing as failure,
RACE! Yes, despite things, the ducks tle board, only to have them removed there's just giving up too soon."
want to race. Who are we to stop the after the 6 o'clock news and it took a --Jonas Salk
race? This is the last furlong of the race toll on me. Fortunately, the First Lady
to sell tickets, help us get to the finish was there as my confidant and I had Be with the ones you love, do what
line. If you need more tickets please advisors, friends, and brothers who makes you feel good.
contact the office. We need your help kept me focused.
to get as many ducks in the water as we I previously wrote that the
can. Ask your friends and neighbors. Good Lord places things in our path,
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In Memoriam
The following Nobles
were summoned to mount
the Black Camel and cross that
sublime desert since Order Of Amaranth
our last publication: It seems like we have been separated for an eternity as we have missed
so many meetings in 2020. The safety of our members is very important.
Myron Floyd
The flowers and yards are beautiful this time of the year and with so
Dec 24, 1914 to Jun 3, 2020
many people staying home, this might help a little when it comes to facing
Created a Shriner:
the virus.
May 26, 1967
There is a wonderful thing that gold cannot buy,
Louis Laws
a blessing that is rare and true,
Feb 27, 1930 to Jun 19, 2020
and that is the gift of wonderful friends.
Created a Shriner:
Nov 17, 1997
In these times we need to be safe and be strong.
OUR SPIRIT UNITES US.
Earl Neal Davis
-Ada Anderson
Aug 20, 1934 to Jul 22, 2020
EL KATIF SHRINE
Created a Shriner:
Eastern Washington Temple for The Shriners International
Jun 9, 1972
DIVAN SHRINE CLUB REPORTERS
Kenneth Baird Dave Campanella . . . . . . . . . Potentate Jerry Schieche PP . . . . . . . . . 1899 Club
Jan 26, 1931 to Jul 22, 2020 Roger Nelson . . . . . . . . . . Chief Rabban Doug Warnock . . . . . . . . Blue Mountain
Created a Shriner: Justin Hughes . . . . . . . Assistant Rabban Larry Smith . . . . . . . . . . Columbia Basin
May 30, 1975 Gary Wood . . . . . . High Priest & Prophet Howard Wynia . . . . . . . .Legion of Honor
Jeff Lane . . . . . . . . . . . . Oriental Guide Jamie Bockstruck . . . . . . . Moonshriners
Dale Hearn, PP . . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer Reporter TBD . . . . . . . . . North Spokane
Don Reinbold Mike Harper, PP . . . . . . . . . . . Recorder Dan Bryant . . . . . . Northeast Washington
Nov 5, 1926 to Aug 2, 2020 Scott Fiedler . . . . . 1st Ceremonial Master Brad Wood . . . . . . . . Okanogan County
Created a Shriner: George Rotas . . . . 2nd Ceremonial Master Jim Kirkpatrick . . . . . . . . . . . .Pomeroy
May 5, 1984 John Robertson, PP . . Ceremonial Director Reporter TBD . . . . . . . . . . Shurtah Club
Michael Castelan . . . . . . . . . . . Marshal John Robertson PP . . . . . . South Spokane
Chris Wirts . . . . . . . Captain of the Guard Gary Van Dyke . . . . . . . Whitman County
Gary Van Dyke
Rob Daigen . . . . . . . . . . . . Outer Guard Gary Newton . . . . . . . .Sportsman’s Club
Jan 28, 1942 to Jun 28, 2020 Tom Felton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chaplain
Created a Shriner: THE WORD STAFF
May 21, 2004 SHRINE UNIT REPORTERS Mike Harper PP . . . . . . . Managing Editor
Ryan Leonard . . . . . . . . . . . . . Actors Mary Flatt . . . . . . . . . Design and Layout
Reporter TBD . . . . . . . . . . . . . Animals
Chuck Wetmore . . . . . . . . . . . . . Band
SPOKANE SHRINERS
Ken Massender . . . . . . . . . . . .Chanters
HOSPITAL for CHILDREN
Michael Castelan . . . . . . . . . . . .Clowns
911 W. 5th Ave.
Kim Berg . . . . . . . . . . . . Directors Staff
We regret when Nobles Bob Valentine . . . . . . . . . . . . Greeters P.O. Box 2472
pass away without John Robertson PP . . . . . . . . Mobile Unit Spokane WA 99210-2472
proper acknowledgement. Von Chimienti PP . . . . . . . Oriental Band (509) 455-7844
As Brothers, they are Ken Massender . . . . . . . . Provost Guard
worthy of our recognition.
When you learn of a Noble’s
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The Recorder’s Ramblings
Illustrious Sir Mike Harper PP
Pushing forward during uncertain times...
I hope all is well with all of you the raffle drum as we did last year? The bership Committee for their hard
and have all gotten thru this current bottom line is we are at the half way work this spring and summer to get
health pandemic. The key is to keep point in ticket sales to break even. If our membership up to date. They have
following the directions from the State all of the tickets mailed out this spring made personal contact with many
and local health officials. I hope that were returned, we would break even nobles to get them current in their
we are over the hill. Or should I say so we are asking you to please send the dues. Unfortunately, by going thru
the we are flattening the curve? If we tickets back to the office. Remember, the membership list, they have found
continue to see a decrease in new cases this Duck Race supports our Hospital a number of deceased members that
then we should be one step closer to and Transportation fund. have not been reported to the office.
returning back to normal. Noble Chris Wirts has been working
If you haven’t heard, the Interstate on a change to the bylaws on dues. You
The new office is coming along Fair is different this year. Instead of will find the proposed change in this
very well. I have contractors stacked the traditional fair they are doing a issue of the Word, it will be read at the
up waiting to do their part of the work drive thru food row. The food booth September meeting, published in the
to finish. With the exterior being will be opened up to sell hot dogs, October Word and will be voted on at
about complete, the interior is wrap- chips, pop and cotton candy. Ill Sir the October meeting. This process is
ping up with cabinets and carpets. I Dave and Noble Mike Castelan are per the bylaws.
anticipate the office being completely spearheading this event. They will
done in mid-September. need just minimum staffing because The Un-Stated Zoom meeting
of the Covid guidelines. went well in August, with approxi-
As you have seen in your emails, mately 29 nobles participating. It looks
via constant contact, we are still hav- Boy I sure miss the spring and like this will be how we do business
ing the Duck Race “Covid style”. We summer parades. It sounds like the for the next couple of months until we
have not been able to sell tickets at the only parade left will be a modified return back to normal. If you didn’t
numerous trade shows and events as Valleyfest Parade. The details are still “Zoom in’ but would like to, call the
they have all cancelled. Our two big- being worked but we will have some office for help.
gest events, Pig out at the Park and type of gathering.
the Fair have also cancelled this year. Keep up the good work and stay
So, we all need to put on our creativ- Our email system, constant con- healthy.
ity hats and get tickets sold! One of tact, is being used more and more to
our Nobles, Justin Rowland, had a get info passed out to the Nobility.
great Facebook posting to advertise If you are not receiving these please
the Duck Race and Noble Greg Mor- email the office at OfficeAdmin@
gensen, is going to set up a drive thru elkaif.org. We will be doing a test
ticket sales at the Shrine Center. I of the email system in the next two
know it’s a bit unusual but we need to weeks. Please if you get it hit the but-
get the tickets sold. The Duck Race is ton so we know everything is working
still under review, the question is can right.
we drop the ducks in the River with
the social distancing rules or go back I would like to thank our Mem-
elkatif.org • Sept 2020 • 3
Hospital Happenings
Angelique N. Heinzen, Director of Development
Loyal Supporters Continue on Despite Challenges!
This summer, while the Spokane Area 36 Annual Fishing Derby dinary support for the Hospital.
Shriners Hospital team has been hard For years, Jerry and Kim Galla- Amidst restrictions surround-
at work to serve the healthcare needs gher have held fundraising events for ing the pandemic response, Hugs
of children and their families, donors the Spokane Shriners Hospital. One of and Noses found a new way to con-
and community groups have been their most popular events is their Area tinue to raise support, by sewing
stepping up to provide some unprec- 36 Music Festival, a weekend full of and selling masks with the proceeds
edented support as well! live music, silent auctions, raffles and donated to the hospital. So far, they
camping. have sold over 600 masks that is over
Montana East West Game pivots When COVID-19 hit, Kim and $6,000!
to a Cornhole Tournament! Jerry knew they had to cancel the fes-
This year’s 73-year-old Montana tival, but they still found a way to con- Fraternal Order of Eagles
tradition found all-star high school tinue their stewardship efforts. For Vickieann Dawson, Madam
football players called to action when the second year in a row, they hosted a State President of FOE Idaho and
the Executive Board made the difficult fishing derby on Lake Roosevelt. Par- members of her Cabinet presented a
decision to cancel the game due to the ticipants were able to enjoy a weekend $5,000 grant to the Hospital recently
COVID-19 pandemic. of fishing while social distancing and to fund medical research at our na-
A group of the players and cheer- raising money for the Hospital. tionally accredited Motion Analysis
leaders from Butte knew they wanted “The derby was fun and a perfect Center (MAC).
to raise money for the Hospital while fit for our quarantine year,” said Kim Dawson chose the our Hospital
also bringing the community together Gallagher. as her personal philanthropy, so,
in some way during this difficult time. For an entry fee of $50, contes- she will continue to garner support
With the help of their parents and tants had an opportunity to win 20% throughout her 12-month term. In
volunteers, they organized a cornhole of the money collected. All they had addition, in an effort to fill an im-
tournament that met social distancing to do was catch the biggest fish of the mediate need for Shrine patients and
and other mandated protocols. weekend! Those who are not big on staff, she has personally sewn near-
Nearly $55,000 was raised be- fishing but still wanted to participate ly 200 facemasks in a wide array of
tween tournament team fees, sponsor- could sponsor their favorite angler. sizes.
ships, outside donations and a silent The lucky 2020 winner was Gary
auction, with donations still coming VanDrew, who kindly donated his Mask Donations and Food Do-
in. Two of the largest donations were winnings to the Hospital. VandDrew’s nations
made through matching gift commit- tournament sponsor was a former pa- Numerous community mem-
ments of up to $10,000 from the Den- tient of the Hospital, who swiftly do- bers, ladies groups (including El
nis & Phyllis Washington Foundation nated her winnings back to the hospi- Shalom Temple #158) and organi-
and up to $6,000 from Town Pump tal as well. zations have gathered around our
in Butte. Additional sponsorships do- hospital team during this unprece-
nating in the thousands included Jim Hugs and Noses continues dented time and the support from
and Chloe Gillman Foundation, Jor- Fundraising despite COVID-19 our friends has been nothing short
dan Contracting, CCCS and Pioneer This devoted group of volunteers of amazing!
Concrete, as well as over $1,000 from continue to bring awareness of the pe- It is our honor to recognize the
Northwestern Energy in support of diatric services we provide to families efforts of so many who have gone
employees volunteering at the event. and children while delivering extraor- above and beyond, whether by sew-
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ing and donating hundreds of masks
for our hospital staff, patients and
families, or donating meals to our - Spokane
hospital staff through local efforts Pediatric Orthopaedic Experts
to also help local restaurants. Thank
you to Rick Clark, Ryan Dwyer, Del-
ta Dental and Clif Bar for their gen- Strategic Indicators
erosity in donating meals and treats July 2020
from restaurants like Thai Bamboo, July YTD
Cascadia Public House and Brick
Outpatient Clinic Visits: 1255 7207
West Brewing. We are fortunate to
have incredible friends in the com- Outpatient Surgeries: 74 402
munity who truly care! Inpatient Surgeries: 16 97
Spine Surgeries: 3 38
Photography by Luba “My
Sunshine” Children Portraits book
in the works
Nobles and Ladies with children Inpatient Satisfaction: Q2 2020 = 94%
or grandchildren aged five and un- Outpatient Satisfaction: Q2 2020 = 91%
der can join the fun that is part of (Reported Quarterly: Number reflects percentile rank as
this hospital fundraiser. Photogra- compared to our peers)
pher Luba Wold stepped up to pub-
lish a children portraits book in ex- July YTD
change for a $100 professional sitting New Patients: 359 2346
fee that will be socially distanced. Total Local Donations: $78K $806K
The fee ultimately flows to the hos- New Hires: 6 20
Volunteer hours: 102 1731
pital for a donation and she would
like the book to feature 100+ fami-
lies. Pictures will be taken outside of 2019 Hospital Operating Budget: $20.9M
her studio in Post Falls, Idaho so it is
safe for families to participate. More EVENTS: Hospital Appreciation Week - August 10-14
details are provided on the following “A Hospital Staycation!”
flyer. To reach Luba and schedule a
booking, call or text (208) 691- 6964.
elkatif.org • Sept 2020 • 5
El Katif
Club & Unit Reports
Just a reminder of the General Order #1 rule that each Club
and Unit must have elections of 2021 officers and report them to the Well another month of the pan-
Shrine Office by October 15th. This is in place so we can update demic has passed and we are still in
WebFez by November 1st. This means each Club and Unit will hold elec- the same position. We miss seeing
tions of officers in October. Last year we asked that all of the Club and Unit all the patients when they come into
bylaws be changed to accommodate this change. the hospital and helping out wherever
we can. The Greeters are praying and
the Los Angeles/California/Anaheim hoping that soon we will be able to re-
Angels Major League Baseball team sume our duties.
from 1961 to 1997. In the meantime, we have to thank
He died on October 2, 1998 and the Fairways Golf Course for putting
was a member of Catoosa Lodge #185 on the Lilac Invitational of which the
in Oklahoma. proceeds go to the Shriner’s Hospital
I hope this finds you staying Do you think you know who this for Children Spokane. It was reported
home, staying safe and staying famous actor is? The answer will be re- to us shortly before the tournament
healthy. Like all of you, I had hoped vealed in October. that it was still ongoing, which hin-
that the worst of this pandemic The Actors Unit is the ritual team dered us in getting sponsors. Howev-
would be over by now and that we for the Shrine. Following their hospi- er, thanks to their hard work and the
would be resuming Masonic activ- tal tour during our ed in ceremonials, volunteers involved they helped raise
ities. Unfortunately, this isn’t the the first thing candidates upon their $4500 for the hospital. There was some
case. Masonic activities are canceled return to the El Katif Shrine Center is great golf played over that weekend.
until further notice, and all that we the Actors Unit, in full costume and Everybody stay safe and hope we
can do in the interim is to continue performing the first section of the can get through this quickly, but I
stay home, social distance and wash initiation ritual. This past year the think we said that several months ago.
our hands as often as possible until Actors replaced the traditional sec- -Greg Morgensen, Reporter
this thing subsides. ond section with a performance of the
I’ve decided to resume the fa- Arch, a performance which describes Want to
mous actor/actress trivia questions the many routes by which Masons be- be more
in the hope of providing some means come Shriners. In past years, the Ac- involved
of entertainment to you during these tors have performed various plays in- at the
uncertain times. Here’s a clue. cluding a western entitled “Yup” and a Hospital?
He was born on September 29, radio adaptation of “It’s A Wonderful
1907 and was an American sing- Life,” which aired on KXLY radio fol- BECOME A
er, songwriter, actor, musician and lowing Windstorm 2015. GREETER!
rodeo performer who gained fame Finally, the Actors are always Collectively, Shriners Hospitals for
largely by singing in a crooning style looking to add to our ranks! If you en- Children have treated over 1.4 million
on radio, in films and on television joy performing on stage, dressing up patients to date. Join the group that
for more than three decades begin- in costume, or would like to help with welcomes patients and their parents,
ning in the 1930s. He is perhaps best stage setup, then we want to hear from and provides tours — just one week-
known for his Christmas holiday you! Please contact our president, Il- day per month, from 7:00 to 3:00
songs, including “Rudolph the Red lustrious Sir Dale Hearn, at (509) 475- p.m., is all the time that is needed. It
Nosed Reindeer,” “Here Comes San- 7636 or by email at ppelkatif98@com- is very rewarding to interact with kids
ta Claus” and Up on the House Top.” cast.net. and families at the Spokane Hospital.
He was also the owner of a television -Ryan Leonard, Reporter Contact any of us to learn more, or
station, several radio stations, and
join us at one of our meetings.
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The El Katif Band has been very We hope everyone has been stay- As we continue to try to stay well
quiet and we are quite anxious to re- ing cool with all of this hot weather and safe, please remember that should
turn to rehearsals. All our instruments and that your yards are more beau- you need anything please reach out to
and music has been packed away, it’s tiful than ever. Gardens are in full a fellow Shine Mason for assistance. I
all very sad. After 100 years of con- swing and barbeque smoke fills the air am sure there is one of us that would
tinual performing this has been the each evening. We will soon be able to be able to help you. Remember to
longest period of time we have been share our stories in person and break reach out to your friends and family
without rehearsals or performances. bread together as we pass through to just check in and see if they are OK.
Our activities to promote the Shrine these unchartered waters. As we greet Together we will get through these in-
have left us very quiet and disappoint- each day remember to say you will do teresting times and together we will
ed. So far, the annual summer picnic our best to help a neighbor, friend or continue to make our neighborhoods,
is still being planned combined with family member. Share a smile, make communities and our Fraternity and
a rehearsal, pending participation by a call and check someone you haven’t Philanthropy stronger. I would like to
band members. Hard to believe but spoken with in some time, set a posi- Thank Noble Ken Massender and ILL.
we are starting to form a nominations tive example for those you meet and Sir Jerry Schieche for their assistance
committee for officers for 2021, time say “thank you” or “your welcome” earlier this spring and summer as Ken
for all nobles to step up and take over as often as possible. These traits are helped me get the Red Caddie loaded
the reins for another year. I am not what drew us into being a member of on a trailer and deliver it to “Bill’s Ser-
going to continue serving as president the greatest Fraternity and part of the vice” in Spangle. Ill Sir Jerry and his
next year. After four two-year terms greatest Philanthropy. At the end of crew gave the Red Caddie a once over,
it’s time for someone new, my back is the day make sure we say a prayer to tune up, wash and polish as we were
a mess, most of the dices are herniated keep all of the world united in peace getting her ready for PNSA. Unfor-
and the spinal stenosis is out or con- and to help us keep us all safe and tunately, we have been unable to have
trol, I simply do not have the stamina healthy. Remind us to help those that any gatherings, parades, meetings yet
to continue in this position. The band we can and support everyone in mak- but when we do, we will be ready. The
will recover from these virus restric- ing a positive change each day. The Red Caddie purrs like a kitten and
tions and soon be back to performing. Hospital Float made a trip out to the sparkles like a diamond. As Shrine
Cheers and best wishes for your Fairways Golf course for its one and Masons we need to be the ones to set
continues good health! only appearance thus far this year to the example to all of those around us
-Chuck Wetmore, support the “Lilac Open” a fundrais- how to meet act and part. Together we
Reporter/President er our Spokane Shrine Hospital. She do make a difference. Please remem-
ran like a top and brought a smile ber to keep all of those Special Ladies
to all of the golfers on the course as in your thoughts and prayer and check
they walked by her. Continue to stay in on them as well. They are all part
strong, be smart, stay healthy and of our family. Keep laughter in your
keep everyone in our prayers. The day. Share a smile along the way. Soon
World is a better place because of all we will be together for comradery and
of you. Thank you all for what you do. play.
-John Robertson, Reporter -John Robertson, Reporter
elkatif.org • Sept 2020 • 7
Meeting. Please contact the Recorder
membership at 509-624-2762 or recorder@elkatif.
org to obtain a copy or review the list.
Your Membership Team would Please pay your dues on time.
like to emphasize that each of us plays When you petitioned to join the
Duck Race
an important role in helping our fra- Shrine, you reaffirmed your commit-
ternity support the philanthropy, ment as a Master Mason to meet your
Ticket Sales
Shriners Hospitals for Children. You obligations. Payment of dues is part of
are also vitally important in support- the obligation of being a Shriner. As
ing our Clubs, Units, Stated Meetings a reminder, our bylaws call for dues
need YOU! and all other activities. Unfortunate- to be paid no later than March 31st,
ly, our membership numbers contin- the Recorder shall send him a notice
ue to decline and the number of active by First Class Mail via USPS to the
How you numbers has not seen much improve-
ment. Membership has been working
address listed for such member with
the Recorder. Such notice shall ad-
can you help diligently on retention and restoration
during the COVID19 period. We
vise him he is in arrears. If a member
fails to pay his dues by July 1, the Re-
support have been getting WebFez member-
ship records updated by reaching out
corder reports such delinquency with
recommendations, if any, to the Board
this critical to Nobles we haven’t seen in a while
and who are delinquent in their dues.
of Directors for action. Requests for
suspending members for nonpayment
fundraiser? Thanks to the team (Mary, IS Schi-
eche, IS Hearn, IS Harper, IS Kruse,
of dues will be presented to the Nobili-
ty for approval at the November Stated
our Chief Rabban Roger Nelson and Meeting.
Noble Daigen) we have sent 1st class Looking ahead to 2021, our pref-
All our mailings, made phone calls and sent erence is to put our efforts into other
traditional emails in an attempt to contact each membership priorities, such as in-
Noble to encourage active participa- creasing the number of active mem-
Spring sales tion and get them current on their bers, recruitment and improving the
events are dues. In some cases, we were success- enjoyability and meaningfulness of
ful, in many cases unfortunately we Shrine activities.
shutdown, were not. We would like your ideas on how
but not the We request all members do their to increase the enjoyability and mean-
needs of our part to ensure our administrative re- ingfulness of Shrine activities. Your
cords are up to date to help us com- time is valuable and we want to make
hospital! municate better: If you move or your the most of your time without placing
contact information changes, please undue demand on your busy sched-
either contact the office or update ules. Please think about how we can
your data in WebFez; clubs and units improve on existing activities; should
Call or text provide updated membership records any traditional activities be changed
so club and unit information in Web- or discontinued; are there new activ-
Greg Morgensen Fez can be made current. ities that should be considered. Please
for details: A request to suspend the mem-
bers for nonpayment of dues will be
call, send via email or seek out a Mem-
bership team member to discuss. Your
presented to the Nobility for approval team members are IS Ben Kruse and
at the November Stated Meeting. A Chris Wirts. Lastly, Ricardo Balderas
(406) 868-1748 list of members being voted on for is still seeking out Nobles to help him
suspension is on file at the office and get the taproom off the ground. Please
will be available until the vote. It is the consider joining the newest Club in El
responsibility of each voting member Katif.
to review the list prior to the Stated
8 • Sept 2020 • elkatif.orgProposed Changes to be voted on in October
ARTICLE IX- LIFE MEMBERS
SECTION 1.
A. Members shall become a life member of El Katif Shriners upon:
a. Election by the El Katif Shriners for meritorious service. Written nomination for meritorious service submitted to
the Recorder and approval by the Nobility at a regular stated meeting. (administrative)
b. By payment of a lump sum equivalent to 20 years dues to the Recorder, by a member in good standing. All mon-
ey received from Life Memberships shall be placed in a trust fund, and only the income from such fund shall be
withdrawn. By payment of a lump sum equivalent to 20 years dues to the Recorder, by a member in good standing.
(administrative)
c. Upon application by a member who has had a membership in, and payment of dues to El Katif Shriners for thirty
five years. Upon reaching 110 total years of service (age + years in good standing since creation). Life members in
this category are exempt from regular dues, per capita tax and hospital levy. (substantive)
d. Nobles made Life Members after July 29, 1991 are exempt from regular annual dues, but are not exempt from the
hospital levy, or per capita tax payable to Shriners International.
e. Nobles made Life Members prior to July 29, 1991, are exempt from regular dues and per capita tax, but must pay
hospital levy. Life Members are entitled to certificates, cards, and all rights and privileges of a regular member.
Nobles made life members prior to July 29, 1991, are exempt from regular dues, per capita tax and hospital levy.
(administrative)
ARTICLE X - FEES AND DUES
SECTION 1. The fee for initiation into El Katif Shriners shall be:
Initiation Fee $100.00
Per Capita Fee $30.00
Hospital Fee $5.00
Temple Dues $80.00 $35.00(substantive)
Perm. Contributing Member $150.00
Per Capita Life $450.00
Affiliated $15.00
Restored $15.00
Life Member $2,000.00 $700.00 (substantive)
elkatif.org • Sept 2020 • 9P ic t u r es of P r og r ess
New O f f ice Add i t ion
Cabinets for Reception Desk
Reception Area Looking into Copy Room
10 • Sept 2020 • elkatif.orgReception Area Looking from New Entrance to Tommy R. Room
Reception Area Looking from Copy Room to Event Center
elkatif.org • Sept 2020 • 11The word is “THANKS” — we appreciate our “VIPS”!
(Very Important Publication Supporters!)
of El Katif Shriners
PLATINUM VIPs (donation of $250+): SILVER (continued):
Bill Mitchell Robert Deife
Delby Rodgers Jack M. McCaw
Show your support for The Ernie Roberson Jim & Reggie Heebink
Word by joining our list of Ill Sir Jay Smith & Lady Janet
Very Important Publication GOLD VIPs (donation of $100–$249): Klink & Ann Klinkenberg
Supporters with your annual David & Donna Easley Melanie Jeffery
donation of just $25 (larger Frank & Donna Ling Bob & Barb Valentine
Tom Redeye Jerry & Nola Combs
amounts gratefully accepted).
Carl Grub Ill Sir Mike Harper & Lady Linda
See your name in every issue! Ron Allen
SILVER VIPs (donation of $25–$99): Ill Sir Tom Richardson & Lady Cheryl
Please add the following Don & Pat Richard Ill Sir Jim Stewart & Lady Michele
name(s) for 2020 (please print): Ill Sir Richard Sayre and Lady Karen Ill Sir Robert Faulkner & Lady Renae
Bob Patzer John & Jerry Wiess
__________________________ Ron & Barb Wachter Doug Bates
Chris & Norma Petersen Dick & Dale Cooper
Ill Sir William Henry & Lady Nancy Diane Berger
__________________________ IIl Sir Andy Anderson & Lady Mary Lynn R. James Smith
John & Gerry Wiess Violet Hawkins
__________________________ James W. Babb Kent Osborne
Lyn Ferguson Lorna Schieche
Check enclosed for $_________ Floyd Klinkenberg Tom & Claudia Hart
Tom & Shirley Upchurch Jerry & Sandy Klinkenberg
Herb & Diana Postlewait Ill Sir Roger Gehrig & Lady Luanne
Date: _____________________
Wilma Caulfield (Ill Sir Clarence Caulfield) Donna Fisher
Ed & Mona Weber Herman Collins
mail to: Tom Felton, Chaplain Steven Black
The WORD VIPS Billy & Judi Eberly David & Leslie Swannack
7217 W. Westbow Blvd. Ill Sir Jerry Schieche & Lady Patty Howie & Kathy Wynia
Spokane WA 99224 Ill Sir Kurt Kimberling & Lady Elaine George Frank
Ill Sir John Robertson & Lady Bridget O.D Cooper- In Honor of his 101st Bday
Ill Sir Jon Lind & Lady Sue & 54th year of membership!
12 • Sept 2020 • elkatif.orgPetition for Initiation and Membership
EL KATIF SHRINERS
7217 W. Westbow Blvd • Spokane WA 99224
P: 509.624.2762 | 800.369.2762 | F: 509.624.8333
To the Illustrious Potentate, Officers and Nobles of El Katif Temple, situated in the Oasis of Spokane, Desert of Washington,
I, ____________________________________________________________________________________
first name nickname middle last name
hereby declare that I am a Master Mason in good standing in ________________________________________________
Lodge # __________________ located at _____________________________________________ which is a Lodge
recognized by or in amity with the conference of Grand Masters of North America. Furthermore, I have resided at my current address for not
less than 6 months as required by the Bylaws of the Imperial Council. I respectfully pray that I may be made a Noble of the Mystic Shrine, and
become a member of your Temple.
If I be found worthy, and my request granted, I promise to conform to the Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws of the Imperial Council and the
Bylaws and Ceremonies of your Temple.
______________________________________________ _______________________________________
home address city, state, zip
______________________________________________ _______________________________________
home phone cell phone
______________________________________________ _______________________________________
birth date birthplace
______________________________________________ _______________________________________
employer / company name title
______________________________________________ _______________________________________
work address work city, state, zip
______________________________________________ _______________________________________
work phone email
______________________________________________ _______________________________________
spouse’s name today’s date
______________________________________________________________________________________
candidate signature
Recommended and Vouched for on the Honor of Nobles:
______________________________________________ _______________________________________
first noble: print name signature and member #
______________________________________________ _______________________________________
second noble: print name signature and member #
Initiation Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 50.00 member #: ___________ hat size:
____________
Annual Dues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$115.00
elected: ____________ created:____________
Fez . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ NC
paid: _______________ date: ______________
$165.00 totalPERIODICAL
POSTAGE
El Katif Shriners PAID
7217 W. Westbow Blvd.
Spokane WA 99224
What is the Shrine?
A fraternity built on fun, fellowship, and the
principles of brotherly love, relief, and truth.
Most importantly, it’s a group committed to helping children
(and their families) with specialized medical treatments.
Ask any Shriner how you can join — or visit elkatif.org — and start helping today!
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John Norling Jeffery Wood Kristopher Budde John Jamison Sept 29:Charles Purcell
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Sept 5: Wayne Wright Manfred Tappe William Cox Sept 25:Miles Lodmell Sept 30:Bruce Zahn
Jerry Schafer Sept 14: Donald Barton Jeffery Pietila John Olney Richard Willmerin Jr.
Gary Houser James LeBlanc Sept 19: Von Chimienti P.P. James Wood
Sept 6: Robert Patzer Sept 15: Frank Delis Gary Newton Lawrence Peterson
Albert Statler Orlow Kelly Sept 20:Philip Ostendorf Sept 26:Jeff Newgard
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