< Back Charles Maddox Potentate 2026 Charles E. Maddox i s 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. Bro. Maddox, a fifth generation Freemason, was raised to the sublime degree of a Master Mason in Hill City Lodge No. 456 AF&AM in 2006, and served as its Worshipful Master in 2016-17; the lodge earned the Vanguard Award during his term. He is also a member and Past Master (2020-21) of the Texas Lodge of Research, and a member of Union Lodge No. 82 AF&AM, DeMolay Lodge No. 199 AF&AM, Texana Lodge No. 123 AF&AM, and Tranquility Lodge No. 2000. He was president of the Masters Wardens & Secretaries Association for Masonic District 50 (Austin/Travis County, TX) in 2022-23. He served as District Deputy Grand Master for then-Grand Master Ken C. Curry in 2021-22. He was appointed to a seven-year term to the Masonic Jurisprudence Committee for the Grand Lodge of Texas beginning in 2021; he served as Chair for the 2023-24 year. In Shrinedom, Noble Maddox was created in Ben Hur Shrine No. 58 in 2011. He is a Past Brew Master (President) of the Motley Brue Unit, and is a member of the SREKOJ (Clown) Unit. He was elected to the progressive Divan in 2021. In the Texas Shrine Association, he was elected to the progressive line in 2022. At the Imperial level, he was appointed an Imperial Outer Guard’s aide for 2023-24. Comp. and Sir Knight Maddox was exalted, greeted, and knighted in Lone Star Chapter No. 6 RAM, Austin Council No. 2 R&SM, and Colorado Commandery No. 4 KT, respectively, in 2009. He served as Most Excellent High Priest (2015-16), Thrice Illustrious Master (2014-15), and Eminent Commander (2017-18) of each body respectively. During each term he presided, the Chapter, Council, and Commandery earned the Zerubbabel, Life Preserver, and Cross and Crown awards, respectively. He was honored with the Cornerstone Award and Cryptic Triangle Award in the Chapter and Council respectively. He serves in the progressive line in the Order of the Silver Trowel and the Sovereign Order of Knights Preceptor, chair organizations for the Council and Commandery respectively. He served as a District Deputy Grand High Priest for then-Grand High Priest Jackie W. Mathews in 2016-17, and as a District Deputy Grand Master for then-Grand Master Reese L. Harrison, Jr. in 2017-18 – the Grand Commandery of Texas does not have a District Deputy system. He serves five-year terms on the Jurisprudence Committees for the Grand Chapter, Grand Council, and Grand Commandery, including as Chairman in 2022-23 for the Grand Chapter, and 2020-22 for the Grand Council. He was invited into numerous York Rite Invitational organizations, including the Red Cross of Constantine, the Holy Royal Arch Knight Templar Priests, the York Rite Sovereign College of North America- which honored him with the Order of the Purple Cross, and the Knights of York Cross of Honour. He currently serves in the progressive line of the Grand Council of Knight Masons of the United States of America. As a third-generation member of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Bro. Maddox was initiated in 2006 in the Valley of San Antonio Bodies, and is also an affiliate member of the Valley of Austin Bodies He serves as a progressive line officer in James D. Richardson Council of Knights Kadosh No. 4. He is a member of the Knights of St. Andrew. He is a graduate of the all the Master Craftsman Programs. He is an endowed member of the Scottish Rite Research Society. charlesemaddox@gmail.com (512) 567-6744

How to Become a Volunteer Shriners needs your help. We rely on many volunteers that can help us with a variety of fundraising events for the Shrine Center and Hospital. Please fill out our volunteer form online. Become a Volunteer Ben Hur Shriners is a fraternal organization dedicated to the support of our Shrine Center and Patient Care. We are committed to providing the best care for Shriners Childrens. Through the generous support of our members and volunteers, we are able to provide medical care, and assistance to families in need. Our members come from all walks of life and strive to make a difference in our community by helping those in need. We are passionate about our cause and rely on our volunteers to help us achieve our goals. If you would like to join us on this journey and make a difference in your community, we invite you to join Ben Hur Shriners. Submit Your Volunteer Application Apply Now Thanks for submitting your Volunteer application to Ben Hur Shriners!

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

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< Back Charlie Farnham Chief Rabban 2026 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. Charlie was made a Master Mason in Colorado Masonic Lodge No. 96, located in Webberville, Texas, in 1998. He is an endowed member of Colorado Lodge and served as Worshipful Master during the 2006–2007 Masonic year. He is also a member of the Austin Scottish Rite Bodies. Born in Portland, Maine, Charlie attended the University of Maine, earning an Associate of Science in Agricultural Engineering, before moving to Texas in 1983. Upon arriving in Texas, he attended Lamar University in Beaumont, where he earned an Associate of Applied Science degree in Welding and a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering. During and following his time at Lamar University, Charlie worked for the Texas Department of Transportation, where he retired after 30 years of service in the fields of information technology and intelligent transportation systems. He currently works part time for the engineering consulting firm HNTB. Charlie is married to Betty Sprayberry, and they currently reside in Round Rock, Texas. TBD TBD

Since 1925, the East-West Shrine Bowl's mission is to benefit Shriners Hospitals for Children and its mission is to provide advanced care for children with orthopedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries, and cleft lip and palate, regardless of the families' ability to pay for services. East West Shrine Bowl Since 1925, the East West Shrine Bowl mission is to benefit Shriners Hospitals for Children and its mission is to provide advanced care for children with orthopaedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries, and cleft lip and palate, regardless of the families’ ability to pay for services. Come and Join in the Fun and help support Shriners Hospitals for Children. Visit our website at www.ShrineBowl.com Shrine Game Shrine Game Store Shrine Bowl Photos

Shriners Definitely know how to have fun and enjoy their favorite Philanthropy Shriners Children. They conduct and attend many fun activities such as parades, games, galas, meetings, cruises, luncheons, etc. Various units and clubs have additional activities they can participate in. How Do Shriners Have Fun? Shriners are well known for their Philanthropy Shriners Children but they also know how to have a good time with one another. They conduct and attend many fun activities at their Shrine Center, with various fun units and clubs that they can become a member of. All year around there are many events that Shriners can attend such things like: parades, concerts, dinners, dances, family events, holiday events, meetings, sports events etc. It's great to be a Shriner because we have real good old fashion fun with a passion. Enjoy watching our fun times. Shriners Really Know How to Have Fun with a Purpose

Shriners International Headquarters is also commonly known as The Shriners. It is a society established in 1870 and is headquartered in Tampa, Florida. They are known for their Shrine Fraternity and Philanthropy Shriners Children. Shriners International Headquarters Shriners International , also commonly known as The Shriners, is a society established in 1870 and is headquartered in Tampa, Florida. Shriners International describes itself as a fraternity based on fun, fellowship, and the Masonic principles of brotherly love, relief, and truth. 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 the Shriners Children's patient care, and the red fezzes that members wear. Visit us on Facebook to find out more. Patient Care Shriners International Shriners International Headquarters 2900 Rocky Point Drive Tampa, FL 33607, USA Call For a Tour of our Building (813) 281-0300 Take a Drive-By Tour Online Get Directions No man stands so tall as when he stoops to help a child Google Pictures International Videos

Shriners Children’s Charleston Classic Announced ESPN Events has revealed the bracket for the annual Shriners Children’s Charleston Classic. College Basketball Classic Matchups for Shriners Children’s Charleston Classic Announced - ESPN Events has revealed the bracket for the 13th annual Shriners Children’s Charleston Classic, to be played Nov. 18, 19, and 22 at TD Arena in Charleston, S.C. The field is highlighted by five teams who played in the postseason last year. West Virginia, Clemson, and St. Bonaventure played in the NCAA Tournament while Boise State and Ole Miss played in the NIT. St. Bonaventure returns all five starters from a team that won the A-10 regular season and post-season tournament. Go to the Shriners Children's Charleston Classic now. Charleston Classic Shriners Charleston Classic is on Wikipedia