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Legion of Honor Unit about us Main Contact & Email Sur Eric Stewart surericstewart@gmail.com E-Mail Phone 760-954-6689 Location Ben Hur Shrine Meeting Days 1st Wednesday of the month 7:00 pm Purpose Website Facebook

Shotgun Unit about us Main Contact & Email E-Mail Phone Location Ben Hur Shrine Meeting Days 2nd Monday of the month 7:00 pm Purpose Website Facebook

Directors Staff Unit about us Main Contact & Email Chris Garner bhsdirectors@gmail.com E-Mail Phone 512-577-6893 Location Ben Hur Shrine Meeting Days Meetings: 3rd Tuesday of the month 7:30 pm Purpose The Director’s Staff is a high-energy, hands-on unit within Ben Hur Shrine dedicated to having fun while advancing the mission of Shriners International. We’re a social and service-driven crew known for our strong camaraderie, love of the grill, and commitment to supporting the Shrine through action—not just words. From hosting the unforgettable 2nd Section of ceremonial events to firing up the pit for BBQs, fish fries, and community cookouts, we bring flavor and fun to everything we do. Whether we’re assisting the Potentate, supporting hospital benefit drives, or throwing great events at the Shrine Center, we do it with heart, humor, and a cold drink nearby. If you're looking for a brotherhood that mixes purpose with a good time, the Director’s Staff welcomes you. Website Facebook

Transporters Unit about us Main Contact & Email Vance Brown Vcbmpo@gmail.com E-Mail Phone 512-659-7180 Location Ben Hur Shrine Meeting Days Before Stated Shrine Meeting TBD Purpose Website Facebook

The Motley Brue Unit about us Main Contact & Email David Tide Williams tidalwave@austin.rr.com E-Mail Phone 512-502-4399 Location Ben Hur Shrine Meeting Days 1st Saturday of February, May, August and October 10:00 am Purpose Website Facebook

Trailblazers Unit about us Main Contact & Email James McConnell jemcconnel@gmail.com E-Mail Phone 512-750-5242 Location Ben Hur Shrine Meeting Days 2nd Wednesday of the month 6:30 pm Purpose Website Facebook

< 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