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Welcome to Ben Hur Shriners. Shriners are About Fun, Friends, Family, Fellowship & Philanthropy. The Shriners are famous and have Fun with a Good Purpose our Philanthropy is Shriners Children. Contact Us Potentates Video Ben Hur Shriners is a fraternity dedicated to improving lives and making a difference in our local communities. As a part of the Shriners International organization, we strive to make a positive impact through our commitment to our Shriners Children's Philanthropy. Shriners are about Fun, Friendship, and Fellowship, and they highly enjoy the camaraderie. Purchase Tickets to our latest events and enjoy and have a good time with the Shrine. We have fun with a purpose. Purchase Tickets Current Events Pay Dues Calendar of Events Shriners Children's Be a Shrin er The Chariot News SHRINERS HAVE FUN WITH A PURPOSE Potentate Message Meet the Potentate Meet our Divan About The Shrine We believe in the power of camaraderie, and through our events and activities, our members come together to share ideas, gain insight and support each other. Won't you join us in our mission to give back to those in need and take part in the countless philanthropic opportunities that Ben Hur Shriners has to offer? Become a Shriner today we would love to have you join in and "Have Fun with a Purpose". OUR PHILANTHROPY

Every year our Shriners have a beautiful formal Nobility Ball for the newly elected Potentate. This is a very exciting day for our Nobles and their family and friends to honor the newly elected Potentate. Shriners Nobility Ball Every year, Ben Hur Shriners have a beautiful formal Nobility Ball for the newly elected Potentate. This is a very exciting day for our Nobles and their family and friends to honor the new year's elected Potentate. Our most anticipated event of the year is the Shriners Nobility Ball, where members are encouraged to dress up and dance the night away. Join us and become part of a long-standing tradition that celebrates life and friendship. Purchase Tickets

Meet The Divan Members Charles Maddox Potentate Charles E. Maddox is an attorney for the Office of the Secretary of State of Texas. Prior to working for the Secretary of State, he served as an Assistant Attorney General for Texas, and was a budget analyst for the Legislative Budget Board of Texas. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Government and Master of Public Affairs each from the University of Texas at Austin, a Doctor of Jurisprudence from St. Mary’s University School of Law, and a Master of Laws from Stetson University College of Law. He is admitted to the Bar in Texas, and every civilian federal court which has jurisdiction in and over the State of Texas. He, his wife Emily, and their daughter reside in the Austin Area. A proud eleventh generation Texan, Charles is a member of the Sons of the Republic of Texas and is an Honorary Admiral in the Texas Navy. Read More Ron Speaks High Priest and Prophet Born a Kentuckian, Ron is proud Texan by choice! He is a Vietnam Veteran and after 7 years of active-duty 1968-1975, he continued working for the US Air Force as a DOD Civilian from 1975-2003, with multiple duty stations around the globe. His last assignment was Chief of Aircraft & Missile Maintenance Training Management, Ogden Air Logistics Center, Hill AFB Utah. While stationed in Alaska, Ron was made a Master Mason at Tanana Lodge #3, became a 32°Scottish Rite Mason and a Noble of AL ASKA Shrine, all at Fairbanks, Alaska during Nov 1998 – June 1999. Later, during his Air Force time and after his 2003 retirement in Utah, he became York Rite Mason, served as Worshipful Master of George Washington Lodge #24, President of Ogden Shrine Club, President of EL Kalah Clowns, VP of the Ogden Temple Board, Finance Committee on the Salt Lake Shriners Hospital Board, Grand Pursuivant on the Grand Lodge of Utah. In 2002 Ron was appointed to Staff positions with EL Kalah Shrine, and was elected Oriental Guide, High Priest & Prophet and Assistant Rabban 2004-2006. Read More Sam Stimson Ph.D. Recorder Samuel Edward Stimson, PhD is a member of the Board of Directors of Ben Hur Shriners. He was created a member of Ben Hur on 2/11/1983 and remained a member until he demitted on12/29/1989. At that time his job at Dell Computers required him to travel frequently to Asia and he had no time to devote to the fraternity. After retirement he returned to Ben Hur in January 2010 and has remained active ever since. He served as Marshal of the Provost Guard in 2013 and as State Marshal in 2015. He was elected to the post of Recorder in 2012 when he served for 2 years and then 1 year as High Priest and Prophet. He took a couple of years off and then returned as Recorder in 2018. He completed his Emeritus year in 2025. Read More Charlie Farnham Chief Rabban Charlie Farnham is a member of the Board of Directors of Ben Hur Shriners. He has been a member of Ben Hur since 1999 and was an active member of the Drum and Bugle Corps until its demise. He is currently a member of the Motley Brue and Golf Units. Charlie is a Past Potentate of Ben Hur, having served in that role in 2008. He is also a dual member of Hella Shriners in Dallas, Texas. Read More Ricki Pierce Oriental Guide Ricki Pierce is a member of the Board of Directors of Ben Hur Shriners. He has been a member of Ben Hur since 1991, is active in the Directors Staff, Trailblazers, Charioteers & Golf Units, also the Motorcycle Club and served as President of the Directors Staff in 2025. He was also a member of Ararat Shriners in Kansas City, Missouri. Read More Ricky Hayes Assistant Rabban Bio Information Goes Here Read More James Heineman PP Treasurer James Heineman is a member of the Board of Directors of Ben Hur Shriners. He has been a member of Ben Hur since 2017, and is active in the Travel Club, Motorcycle Club, Motley Brue Unit, and Directors Staff. Read More The Elected Shrine Leadership Board of Directors Potentate – This is, the Chairman of the Board. It is an elected position. The Nobles, who are members, vote annually, for their choice of Potentate. Chief Rabban – 1st Vice President. As with the Potentate, this is also an elected position. Assistant Rabban – 2nd Vice President. This is also an elected position. High Priest and Prophet – 3rd Vice President. Another elected position. Oriental Guide – 4th Vice President – Yet another elected position. Treasurer - Disburses funds for budgeted and approved expenses. Recorder - Serves as secretary to the board, and conducts day-to-day operations and much more. The elected Board of Directors is the management team.

The Shrine Parades are an enjoyable experience for all who attend. It is a tradition for us to participate in the famous Rose Parade every year, which provides a great opportunity for children to have fun. Don't you remember how much fun you had at the parade? Shrine Parade Every Year the Shriners participate in the Famous Rose Parade We Ride so Children can Walk

You are cordially invited to join us for the annual Shriners' Trip or Cruise, which is held to celebrate the newly elected Potentate. We welcome all family members and fellow Shriners to partake in the fun, friends, and fellowship at our most special event. Shrine Cruise Join our Potentate on the Ben Hur Shrine Cruise Illustrious Sir Chuck Fester Jones Ben Hur Shriners Potentate and his family invite all Shrine members, their families & friends to join them on our yearly Cruise Royal Caribbean International Allure of the Seas 7-Night Western Caribbean October 8th 2023 ManleyV acations.com Make your Reservations Soon Barbara Manley ManleyVacations.com 512-766-8164 Bmanley@dreamvacations.com It is Time to Party All Night Long!!!!!

The Shrine Patient Transportation Fund is an arm of Shriners Hospitals for Children that was set up as a program to provide for the transportation of patients to and from their appointments. Patient Transportation Fund Donate to Transportation The Shrine Patient Transportation Fund is an arm of Shriners Hospitals for Children that was set up as a program to provide for the transportation of patients to and from their appointments. As they say, what good is a hospital if we can’t get them there? When the parent of a patient reaches out to us requesting travel reimbursement, we reimburse them based on the current IRS standard mileage rate for travel for medical purposes. If the patient needs air travel or any other form of transportation (train, bus, etc.), we purchase the ticket on their behalf and closely work with them to ensure an itinerary that best suits the needs of all parties. If an overnight stay is required, oftentimes there is a local Ronald McDonald house in the nearby area in which the family can seek lodging for the evening. If there are no Ronald McDonald houses nearby, or if they are filled to capacity for the evening, we have a list of nearby hotels in each area in which we can seek accommodations for our families. All of the contributions made to our Patient Transportation Fund are managed under the same 501(c)(3) number as our hospitals and the Shrine centers are allowed to manage these funds under the guidance of SHC. The Patient Transportation Fund is an entirely separate account from our Shrine Center funds and we must report on a regular basis to Shriners Hospitals for Children. Please feel free to reach out to us if you have any additional questions about what our Patient Transportation Fund does or if you are interested in making a tax-deductible donation.

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The My Fez Card Viewer app will allow you to view your personal membership card and QR Code on your cell phone. You can use this application on your cell phone to replace carrying the actual membership card and attend meetings by showing the digital card. Fez Card Viewer App Ben Hur Shriners is a fraternity that strives to bring together members of all backgrounds and ages to celebrate the shared values of brotherhood and service. We are proud to offer a range of programs designed to benefit our members, including opportunities to socialize, network, and give back to the community. As part of our commitment to our members, we also offer a newly redesigned digital membership card that can be viewed on mobile phones. By downloading our Android or Apple apps, members can easily access their new membership fez card and digital access today. iPhones Only Download Apple App Android Phones Only Download Android App My FezCard Viewer App & Digital Membership Card The new My FezCard Viewer app gives members immediate access to their digital membership card on their smartphone without the need to carry a paper card. It also includes a unique QR code that allows members to check in at their temple, club or unit, earn points, enter raffles and more. Members who pay their dues will have immediate access to their newly redesigned black digital membership card. How to Download/Use the app Fez Card Video

Join the Cabiri of Past Potentates Cabiri is an International Past Potentate Association. The Cabiri helps promote good fellowship among Past Potentates and stimulates an active interest in all Shrine activities and the Shriners Hospitals for Children. Join the Cabiri of Past Potentates Cabiri is an International Past Potentate Association. The Cabiri helps promote good fellowship among Past Potentates and stimulates an active interest in all Shrine activities and the Shriners Hospitals for Children. They help establish headquarters at all Imperial Council Sessions, Shrine Director Sessions, and Regional Sessions, where Past Potentates may assemble. Past Potentates please come and see what we have to offer at www.CabiriInternational.org

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