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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 May 9th 2026 - Dinner and Casino - BenHur Shrine May 9th 2026 - Dinner and Casino - BenHur 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.

The York Rite, or more correctly, the American Rite, is based on the early remnants of Craft Masonry that were practiced in the early 1700s. The formation of the first Grand Lodge of England in 1717 specified that the lodges were to confer only the degrees of Entered Apprentice, Craft Masonry York Rite The York Rite, or more correctly, the American Rite, is based on the early remnants of Craft Masonry that were practiced in the early 1700's. The formation of the first Grand Lodge of England in 1717 specified that the lodges were to confer only the degrees of Entered Apprentice, Fellowcraft, and Master Mason, all other degrees being considered spurious. However, many lodges had been conferring other degrees that they considered an integral part of Masonry, in particular that of the Royal Arch, and formed their own Grand Lodge in 1751, terming themselves the "Antients" and the other Grand Lodge members the "Moderns." With the merger of the two Grand Lodges in 1813 into the United Grand Lodge of England, the lodges agreed that only the three accepted degrees of Masonry would be used by the lodges, but the degree of the Royal Arch would be attached to Chapters allied directly to these lodges and bearing the same number as the lodge, though as a separate body. York Rite Montana York Rite

< Back James Heineman PP Treasurer 2026 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. He was raised in Nejma Lodge No. 897 in Saudi Arabia in 1998 where he served as Worshipful Master in 2001/02 He was also a member of the York Rite Bodies. James was born in Emerson, Nebraska. He attended “High School and United Electronics Trade School. After graduation, he worked as a Sr. Process Control Technician for Mobile Oil, Northern Illinois Gas, Texas City Refinery, Celanese Chemical, and Saudi Aramco, retiring in 2010. He is married to Janet and they currently reside in Buda, Texas. TBD TBD

< 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

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

Shriners can pay their Membership Dues online. A Shrine ID Number and Member Number will be needed to verify the Shriner. Pay Membership Due$ Pay Dues Now Online Or You can P ay at your Shrine Center or Call Ben Hur Shriners at (512) 480-0812 P ayment will be Quickly, Easily & Securely online Selecting to pay with one of the available payment methods below. All payments received after 7:00 PM ET may be processed the following business day. Weekend/Holiday payments will be processed the next business day. Major Credit Cards Accepted are P er-capita increase passes at Imperial Session Per Capita will increase by $20 effective August 1, 2023. August 1st is the day each year when dues and assessments are posted. All dues and assessments for 2025 should be paid prior to the end of 2024. Per Capita is now $50 per year, an increase of $20. If you wish to become a Life Per Capita Member, you have the option of making a one-time payment that is 30 times the Per Capita Rate. (30 x $50.00 = $1500) Full Life Member varies according to age. IMPERIAL ENDOWMENTS PER CAP ITA LIFE $1500 LIFE HOSPITAL ASSEMENT $150 BEN HUR DUES ENDOWMENT AGE UNDER 65 $1900 AGE OVER 65 $950

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The News Letter is dedicated to promoting the interests of Shriners and Shriners Children's. It is to inform you of our current events and general information about our Shrine Center and Units and Clubs. The Chariot Newsletter The Chariot Newsletter is the official publication of Ben Hur Shriners. Our mission is to promote the interests of Shriners, Shriners Hospitals for Children, and Free Masonry. We provide our readers with the latest news and updates about our activities and events and strive to create a community for our members to stay up-to-date and connected. We invite you to join our mailing list to stay informed of the latest news from our Shrine Center. Join Our Mailing List The Chariot April 2026 Jan 2026 Sept 2025 June 2025 March 2025 December 2024 September 2024 June 2024 March 2024 December 2023 September 2023 June 2023 March 2023 March 2026 Dec 2025 Aug 2025 May 2025 February 2025 November 2024 August 2024 May 2024 February 2024 November 2023 August 2023 May 2023 February 2023 Feb 2026 Oct 2025 July 2025 April 2025 January 2025 October 2024 July 2024 April 2024 January 2024 October 2023 July 2023 April 2023 January 2023 The Chariot Archives Ben Hur published brochures during its early years, especially about upcoming Ceremonials. And, in the 1930s Ben Hur started the publication of a newsletter and named it “The Chariot”. The Chariot was published periodically until after World War II and starting in 1947, The Chariot was published monthly as Ben Hur’s method of communication. While electronic communications are changing how The Chariot is received by the Nobility, The Chariot continues to be the official communication method.

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Please join us for the annual International Shrine Headquarters Imperial Session, where Shriners from all corners of the globe come together to celebrate our esteemed fraternity and brotherhood. We are honored to introduce our Imperial Potentate of all Shrine Centers. Imperial Session Every year Interna tional Shrine Headquarters has a Me eting of Every year International Shrine Headquarters has a Meeting of Shriners from all across the globe to celebrate our great fraternity and brotherhood The 2024 Imperial Session is in Reno Nevada. Please join Please join Imperial Sir Ed Stolze in Reno, Nevada, on June 30 – July 4, 2024. Imperial Session