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Join Us and Become A Member. Shrine Ceremonials are the beginning of becoming a new Shrine Member. You must be a master mason before becoming a Shriner. You can join at www.BeaShrinerNow.com Join Us & Become A Member Announcing the 2026 Spring Ceremonial Date ???? Time ???? Download Petitions Illustrious Sir Potentate Charles E. Maddox would like to announce the Ceremonial Location: Ben Hur Shriners 7811 Rockwood Lane Austin, TX 78757 Phone: (512) 480-0812 secretary@benhurshrine.org What Does It Mean to Be A Shriner? Potentate Charles Maddox Chief Rabban Charlie Farnham Assistant Rabban Ricky Hayes High Priest and Prophet Ron Speaks Oriental Guide Ricki Pierce Recorder Sam Stimson Ph.D. Treasurer James Heineman PP

Throughout the many years, the Masons and Shriners have existed and there have been many famous Members. George Washington Franklin D. Roosevelt Clark Gable - Actor John Wayne - Actor Harry S. Truman - President Ernest Borgnine Gerald Ford - President Gus Grissom Warren G. Harding Thurgood Marshall Famous Masons & Shriners Through out the many years the Masons and Shriners have existed their has been many famous Members. See if you can identify any of them. Free Masons Symbol 1/40

The Editorial without Words image is on many billboards, trucks, and other signs for the Shriners Hospitals for Children and Shrine Centers. The story it tells needs no explanation. This story depicts a Shriner, wearing his fez, carrying a little girl in one hand and her crutches in the other. Editorial without Words “No Man Stands So Tall As When He Stoops To Help A Child”. The Editorial without Words image is on many billboards, trucks and other signs for the Shriners Hospitals for Children and Shrine Centers. The story it tells needs no explanation. This story depicts a Shriner, wearing his fez, carrying a little girl in one hand and her crutches in the other. You will see this image on many full size statues in front of Shriners Hospitals, Shrine Centers and International Shrine Headquarters. Its origin is a real photograph taken in 1970 at an amusement park in Evansville, Indiana. The little girl in the photo is Bobbi Jo Wright, who was born with cerebral palsy. Her orthopedic problems were treated at St. Louis Shriners Hospital for Children, and Bobbi Jo went on to graduate from Anderson University in Indiana. The Shriner carrying Bobbi Jo is Al Hortman, who became a Mason and a Shriner after his own daughter was treated at the St. Louis Hospital. The image that was photographed by accident by a local newspaper photographer has been reproduced on pins, patches, shirts, statues, clothing, hats, and even stained-glass windows. The photo known as the "Editorial without Words" is probably one of the best recognized symbols of Shriners Hospitals for Children, yet it was taken almost by accident. Randy Dieter, the photographer, recalled that in 1970, he had been on assignment covering the local Shrine Temple's annual outing for handicapped children at the now-defunct Mesker Amusement Park in Evansville, Indiana. "I was taking shots of the midway and was using my telephoto lens," Dieter said. "I saw a local Shriner walking by carrying a little girl in one hand and her crutches in the other. My camera wouldn't fire. "Then they were too close for my lens. I ran past them, but the camera jammed. I had to take my last shot as they walked by. It was the end of the roll. If I had to think about it, I wouldn't have come up with something like that. Fate guides you." "It still seems unreal," said Bobbi Jo Wright, the little girl in the photo. "I have many wonderful memories of the years I was a patient at the St. Louis Shriners Hospital and remember all the fun activities. I was born with cerebral palsy, which resulted in many orthopedic problems that made walking difficult. I had many surgeries at the St. Louis Hospital. They greatly improved my ability to walk." Bobbi Jo received her B.A. in English from Anderson University. She is active in her church and teaches Sunday school. "I use a cane when I go shopping," she said. "If I'm walking on grassy areas, I use crutches." The Shriner who was unexpectedly immortalized carrying Bobbi Jo was Al Hortman. Al Hortman's daughter, Laura, was a patient at the Shriners Hospital in St. Louis. After Laura began receiving treatment at Shriners Hospitals, Al Hortman joined the Shrine.

It is the mission of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, SJ, to improve its members and enhance the communities in which they live by teaching and emulating the principles of Brotherly Love, Tolerance, Charity, and Truth, while actively embracing high social, moral, and spiritual values. Scottish Rite Mission Statement It is the mission of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, SJ, to improve its members and enhance the communities in which they live by teaching and emulating the principles of Brotherly Love, Tolerance, Charity, and Truth, while actively embracing high social, moral, and spiritual values, including fellowship, compassion, and dedication to God, family, and country. Find a Scottish Rite Valley (Chapter) More Videos

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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

Shriners have generations of family members who join the Shrine. This is known as Shriners Family Legacy. There are hundreds of thousands of members from over 200 Shrine Centers (chapters) in the U.S., Canada, Brazil, Bolivia, Mexico, the Republic of Panama, the Philippines, and Germany. The organization is best known for its philanthropy, Shriners Children Patient Care, and the red fez that members wear. Shriners Family Legacy The Shriners Legacy Program Recognizes Families’ Dedication to Fraternal Values. Family generations have passed down good traditions such as being a Shriner. Introduce your family to join in with you and share the fraternal experience together. If you like to help others and have fun doing it as a family then this is a good place for you to start. Let us know who your family legacy is. Legacy Story Legacy Pin

Provost Guard Unit about us Main Contact & Email David Hoke Vicdog6573@gmail.com E-Mail Phone 512-786-3073 Location Ben Hur Shrine Meeting Days 2nd Thursday of the month 6:00 pm Purpose Website Facebook

Shriners Hospitals Directory helps you get to know where our hospitals are located with contact phone numbers and addresses and links to our Patient Care Facilities. Shriners Hospitals Directory Hospitals & Clinics No man stands so tall as when he stoops to help a child

Shrine Current Events is a variety of social activities available for the entire family, special interest clubs, and units to satisfy individuals. The privilege of being a part of the "World's Greatest Philanthropy," offers Shriners many opportunities to find personal fulfillment and satisfaction. Current Events A variety of social activities are available for the entire family at Ben Hur Shriners, with many special interest groups, units, and clubs to satisfy individual tastes. The privilege of being a part of the "World's Greatest Philanthropy," offering Shriners many opportunities to find personal fulfillment and satisfaction through supporting Shriners Hospitals. If you would like to conduct a fundraising activity please contact Ben Hur Shriners at (512) 480-0812 or email us at secretary@benhurshrine.org Purchase Tickets September 11th 2026 - Murder Mystery - Ben Hur Shrine September 11th 2026 - Murder Mystery - Ben Hur Shrine 1/1 Event Calendar Ben Hur Shriners and Shriners International are organizations that are dedicated to supporting children in need of medical care. The Shriners are a fraternity of men who share a common bond of brotherhood and work and have fun together to provide charitable services to their communities. Through their various event activities, the Shriners raise funds for medical research and treatment, as well as provide support to families in need. The Ben Hur Shriners, in particular, are based in Austin, Texas, and are committed to making a difference in the lives of children. Whether through parades, fundraisers, or other events, the Shriners are always working to make a positive impact on their community and beyond.