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Shriners Unit and Club Officers are the individuals that are ahead of each unit and club. They are known as Presidents, Vice Presidents, Secretaries, Treasurers, and Directors. Unit & Club Officers Units and Clubs have their own bylaws and, therefore, their own officers. Each Unit or Club defines the officers and terms of office. Many Units have international affiliations and, therefore, have their own conventions. Unit and Club Officers

Shriners are a brotherhood of men committed to family, engaged in ongoing personal growth, and dedicated to providing care for children and families in need. Our backgrounds and interests are diverse, but we are bound together by our shared values. About Us WHO ARE THE SHRINERS? Shriners Believe in Brotherhood... Shriners are a brotherhood of men committed to family, engaged in ongoing personal growth, and dedicated to providing care for children and families in need. Our backgrounds and interests are diverse, but we are bound together by our shared values and a desire to have fun, do good and build relationships that can last a lifetime. To be a Shriner you have to be a Master Mason First. Learn more about our organization below: Learn about Freemasonry Learn about Shriners Learn about Shrine Hospitals WHAT’S A SHRINER? A Shriner is a man who professes a faith in God. As a man of faith, he uses the tools of moral and Ethical truths to serve mankind. A Shriner binds himself to like-minded men in a Brotherhood that transcends all religious, ethical, social, cultural, and educational differences. In fellowship, with his brothers, a Shriner finds ways in which to serve his God, his family, his fellow man, and his country. A Shriner is dedicated. He recognizes his responsibility for justice, truth, charity, enlightenment, freedom and liberty, honesty and integrity in all aspects of human endeavor. A Shriner is such a man!! WHAT’S A FEZ? Ben Hur Shriners is a part of, a fraternity that was founded in 1870. We are a fraternity of men dedicated to brotherhood, fun, and philanthropic activities. One of the most iconic symbols of our fraternity is the fez. Worn by members of Ben Hue Shriners, the fez is a red felt hat that is adorned with a black tassel and scimitar logo. It was chosen as our symbol by our founder. The fez is a symbol of our commitment to our international brotherhood and philanthropy. It stands out in a crowd and has become a well known symbol that represents a true Shriner. Contact Us Shriners International WHY SCIMITAR LOGO? The scimitar stands for the backbone of the fraternity, its members. The two claws are for the Shriners fraternity and its philanthropy. The sphinx stands for the governing body of the Shriners. The five-pointed star represents the thousands of children helped by the philanthropy each year. The emblem also bears the phrase “Robur et Furor,” which means “Strength and Fury.”

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.

Please be informed that our Shrine News Page has been established with the sole purpose of providing our esteemed members with up-to-date information regarding the events and happenings at the Shrine Center, Shriners, Shriners Children's, and Masonry. News This is a place to spread the LOVE of our Shriners, Shrine Centers, and Shriners Childrens

Special Ben Hur Shriners Forms are to be filled out by members or staff. Forms Contact Us Special Ben Hur Shriners Forms to be filled out by Members or Staff Units/Clubs Financial Report Annual Budget Comparison

< Back Ricki Pierce Oriental Guide 2026 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. He was raised in T. Neal Porter Lodge No. 1354 in Austin, Texas in 1978. He is currently a member of Liberty Hill Lodge No. 432 in Liberty Hill, Texas. Ricki was born in Bay City, Texas. He attended David Crockett HS in Austin and The University of Texas in Austin earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science. He served in the United States Marine Corps 22 yrs attaining the rank of Master Sergeant, retiring 1998. He is married to Donna Prade, and they currently reside in Belton, Texas. TBD TBD

Amara Shrine Center New Years Eve Ball Start Time February 10, 2023 at 5:00:00 PM End Time February 11, 2023 at 4:00:00 AM Contact Amara Shrine Center Going to the Ball and gonna have some fun. Phone Location Event Flyer Connect Here

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