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he Sovereign Grand Lodge held the 190th Annual Session from August 15-19, 2016 in Rapid City, South Dakota. Steve Wooton and Vicki Burger (New Jersey State Representatives) are seen at left preparing for the opening Flag Ceremony. Mt. Rushmore was “pinned” as an official IOOF NJ site with one of our “Are you Odd Enough?” pins. The Samaritan had an awesome year with five awards (our category is Offset Printing Bi Monthly) from the International Press Assosciation (IPA) at this year’s Sovereign Grand Lodge Session: Best Overall, 1st place News Content,1st place Best Column, 1st place Best Use of Photographs, and 2nd place Layout & Design. The two issues submitted for judging were The 2015 Session Issue and the Nov./Dec. 2015 Issue that can both be seen at www.ioofnj.org or at www.issuu.com/independentorderofoddfellowsofnj. Check with your lodge secretary to for info on lodge awards. If you’d like to share them in The Samaritan email ioof_nj@comcast.net. To see more SGL photos visit www.facebook.com/IOOFNJ/. ~ Beth
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A message from
The Grand Master
It’s Not Where You Start, It’s What You Reach For
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remember my Grand Lodge beginnings, starting at the bottom as Grand Herald — then climbing positions year after year. It was the same with the Encampment starting at the bottom until I reached Grand Patriarch while pursuing the postiion of Grand Master of New Jersey. As brothers Hugo Cabrera and Guido Miranda say, “It’s not where you start , it’s what you reach for!” And now it’s been over two months since I became Grand Master. During these past two months, I’ve attended a few lodges and a couple events. My first Official Visit was to Alvarez del Portal Lodge No. 285 (photos on page 3 and 5) followed by my visit to Michael Popik Junior No. 117 Encampment. I am still Secretary for Michael Popik Junior No. 117 because I can’t leave the position vacant. My visit to Sanchez Moya Lodge No. 282 (photos page 3 and 5) was also very special because I’m an associate member and we must cooperate with our brothers and sisters because it is important for their growth. I went to the New Brunswick Lodge No. 6 Annual Craft and Flea Market (photos on page 20) where I had the opportunity to shop and fellowship with brothers and sisters Next, I attended the luncheon for The United Nations Education Pilgrimage (photos on page 12) at the Golden Diner in Burlington, NJ. The young people spoke about the trip and what it meant to them, as they are new to the Order. I could not miss the visit to Camp Chat (photos on page 13) for children with Juvenile Arthritis while in the good company of Grand Lodge Officers, Odd Fellows, and Rebekahs from all over New Jersey. When I got home, it was time to prepare for the Grand Lodge Statewide Picnic (photos on pages 14-17 ) where any member of the order, family and friends can attend a day of fellowship.
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I am grateful to all you brothers and sisters who have helped develop our good work so we can better serve others.
I attended Amor y Verdad Lodge No. 118 to help distribute over 200 school uniforms to the low income students of Hudson County, NJ. (photos on page 10 and 11) This selfless work was started by Chambelli Aruajo under the guidance of her mother Marcia Lopez Aruajo, President of the Rebekah Assembly, and the continued dedication and hard work of the members of Amor y Verdad Lodge No. 118.
My visit to to Alvarez del Portal Lodge No. 285 was very special since it was the 42nd anniversary. The presence of several members of the Grand Lodge, and many brothers and sisters of other lodges made it a wonderful event. The Testimonial Dinner Organizing Committee has been showing their bortherly love for me as they GM continued on page 5
OOPS!
Sometimes we get it wrong...
In the Session Issue of The Samaritan and The Grand Master’s program brochure, the Grand Herald’s name was listed as Bob Cassels instead of Bob Cassidy (French Lodge No. 89). We’re sorry for any confusion this may have caused.
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Welcome to
The Samaritan The Official Magazine of the New Jersey Grand Lodge of Independent Order of Odd Fellowship.
French Lodge No. 89 Sausage Party!
Please send any and all IOOF related news with any identifying info to ioof_nj@comcast.net This is YOUR magazine so any comments or suggestions are always welcome, too!
Our success depends on YOU! .O I.O .F.
International
PRESS Association
Promoting Odd Fellowship through Positive Communication
Beth Obiedzinski-Garvin Editor/Art Director
Ramon Cartagena Photographer
Robert Wooton
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Back to School with Amor y Verdad
Proofreader/Assistant Editor
Steven Wooton Fact Checker
Cover Photo: The Man “Behind the Camera” is now Front and Center: Grand Master Pastor Roman
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Photo by Beth Obiedzinski-Garvin Quote by Sherwood Smith
ODD Whistlin’ at the NJ PIG-nic
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Debbe McClelland Grand Secretary
4527 Rt. 130 South Burlington, NJ 08016
United States of America oddfellows22@comcast.net
609-386-0025 or 609-519-8504 GRAND LODGE MEETINGS First Saturday of each month at 9:00 am
Grand Master Message............................................ 5 Sovereign Grand Lodge 2016 ................................. 2 Good of The Order .............................................. 6,7 Grand Lodge Session Part 1.............................. 10,11 Family Activities.................................................... 18 Philanthropy.................................................... 19-21 Events ................................................................... 22 Hire An Odd Fellow.............................................. 23 The Samaritan
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Photos by Ramon Cartagena GM continued from page 3 are working hard at getting this event ready for November. Please see the ad on page 22 for more information. I am grateful to all of you sisters and brothers who have helped us to develop our good work so that we can better serve others. In Friendship, Love, & Truth, Pastor Roman, Grand Master
No es dónde empezar, es lo que se trata de alcanzar
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a han pasado dos meses desde que tomamos el puesto de Gran Maestro; ya estamos en al camino correcto, como dicen los hermanos Hugo Cabrera y Guido Miranda, lo más malo es comenzar y llegar. Yo recuerdo que comencé en la Gran Logia por el puesto de Grand Herald y fui escalando puestos año tras año hasta llegar al puesto de Gran Maestro; igual fueron mis inicios en el Gran Campamento: comenzar desde abajo y llegar ya como Pasado Gran Patriarca y continuar la carrera y entrar de lleno como Gran Maestro. Durante estos dos meses ya hemos participado en varios actos, mis visitas a la Logia Álvarez del Portal #285 y al Campamento Michael Popik Junior #17 tienen que ser obligatorias, pues allí tengo el puesto de secretario y no se pueden dejar de cumplir esas obligaciones. Las visitas a las logia Sánchez Moya #282 también son muy puntuales pues allí soy miembro asociado y hay que cooperar también con esos hermanos para el engrandecimiento de la Logia. Una de nuestras
primeras visitas fue al Flea Market que organiza la Logia New Brunswick, donde tuvimos la oportunidad de compartir con varios hermanos. También estuvimos presentes en el almuerzo que se le ofreció a los jóvenes que viajan a las Naciones Unidas en el Golden Diner, de Burlington, y donde pudimos escuchar el testimonio de esos jóvenes que son los pinos nuevos de nuestra Orden. No podíamos faltar a la visita que hicimos el Camp-Chat de los jóvenes con artritis, siempre en compañía de varios funcionarios de la Gran Logia, la Asamblea de Rebecas y el Gran Campamento, y de muchos miembros de nuestras logias. Apenas llegamos a nuestra casa y ya estábamos preparando el Picnic de la Gran Logia donde todos los hermanos nos reunimos para pasar un día de campo y confraternizar con los demás. Estuvimos presente en la Logia Amor y Verdad #118 ayudando a Chambeli Araujo a entregar más de 200 uniformes a estudiantes de bajos recursos del Condado Hudson, labor muy altruista de esa logia, y de esa hermana en particular, ayudada siempre por la Presidenta de la Asamblea de Rebecas Marcia López Araujo y de miembros de su logia. Nuestra visita oficial a la Logia Alvarez del Portal estuvo muy lucida con la presencia de varios miembros del Gran Cuerpo y hermanos y hermanas de otras logias, también nos hicimos presente en el aniversario número 42 de la Logia Álvarez del Portal, y ya la comisión organizadora del Testimonial Dinner trabaja árduamente para tener un acto bien fraternal. Les damos las gracias a todos los hermanos y hermanas que nos han ayudado a engrandecer nuestro trabajo para de esa manera poder servir mejor a los demás. En la amistad, el amor y la verdad, Pastor Roman, Gran Maestro The Samaritan
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Good of the order
Unity Service
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ratitude and Fellowship set the tone on the
afternoon of June 5, 2016 whens Odd Fellows and Rebekahs met for a Brotherhood Unity Service for Grand Master Tom Calabrese. Reverend Walter Norris officiated the service — a time honored tradition honoring the Grand Master and uniting the Order with prayer and song. Special thanks to the Lady Chefs of the St. Vincent Pallotti Church/St. Joseph the Worker Parish for the amazing repast folowing the ceremony. Photos by Beth Obiedzinski-Garvin
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Good of the order
Honoring Russ Collins
Russ Collins, Amity Lodge No. 166, was honored aboard the USS New Jersey BB 62 on May 23, 2016.
Congratulations Russ and Thank you for service! Photos by Sandy Clemmens
BB 62 photo courtesy of Wikipedia
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Back to School! Rebekah Lodge Amor y Verdad No. 118 held their Annual Back to School Event on August 13th. This event, started by Chambeli Araujo, provides the children of Hudson County with over 200 uniforms & assorted school supplies. I received so many amazing pictures from Pastor & Ramon that I decided to share only the photos of the of the children and their families during this action packed day. Their beautiful smiles on pages 8 and 9 say it all. Great work everybody! ~ Beth O.
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Good of the order
Grand Lodge Session
Open minded. Determined. Dedicated.
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Good of the order
Grand Lodge Session
This is part one of the 181st NJ Grand Lodge Session held in June at The Golden Nugget in Atlantic City. This session included the 174th Grand Encampment. NJ Odd Fellows went to work on closing out the old year and preparing for the new year. A wonderful group of of Visiting Dignitaries enhanced our work day while warming our celebrations as we installed new officers. Grand Lodge Session Part 2 will be in the Nov/Dec Issue of The Samaritan. Photos by Ramon Cartagena and Beth Obiedzinski-Garvin.
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Good of the order
UNEP 2016
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n July 17, The Odd Fellows United Nations Educational Pilgrimage (UNEP) for Youth made a brief stop in New Jersey to enjoy a luncheon at the Golden Diner in Burlington, NJ. For many years, Burlington Lodge No. 22 has sponsored the UNEP students by housing them and feeding them with the help of The Grand Lodge of NJ. This year the students only had time to stop for lunch before heading NY. Ben Burger continues to spearhead this tradition passed down to him by his father, Len Burger. Hope your trip was a blast, kids! For info on the UNEP visit www.unpilgrimage.org.
Independent Order of Odd Fellows
Groundhog Day Raffle with
French Lodge No. 89
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What’s so ODD about helping others?
Only
$ 00 PER Photos by Pastor Roman
PER TICKET
Drawing Feb. 7, 2017 Richwood Academy 836 Lamb’s Rd. Richwood, NJ ID # 200-6-40621
$75000 $500 $50000 Prize: $300
$200 $25000 00 Prize: $100
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rd 3rd Prize:
2nd
4th
For ticket Information contact: Steve Wooton 856-217-6382 Bob Wooton 856-881-8414 The Samaritan
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Good of the order
Camp Chat 2016
On July 27, NJ Odd Fellows and Rebekahs made the much anticipated annual trip to Camp CHAT in Hackettstown, NJ. Camp CHAT is a community and an adventure for children (ages 8-17) who are diagnosed with juvenile arthritis and other rheumatic diseases. Thanks for having us Campers! For information visit www.arthritis.org /new-jersey
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Good of the order
NJ State PigNic
Photo by Pastor Roman
We had kids in attendance of all ages on this kind of sunny, kind of cloudy summer Saturday in July. We celebrated Odd Fellowship with games, crafts, and enough food to stuff two pigs. Oh, and we ate the two pigs, too! Photos on pages 14-17 by Beth Obiedzinski-Garvin The Samaritan
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Photo by Pastor Roman
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Good of the order
NJ State PigNic
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Good of the order
odd fellows around NJ
W
hether you were at the 4th of July Parade with New Brunswick Lodge No. 6, bowling with the Family Activities Committe (FAC), or enjoying the Trenton Thunder game (FAC) during the dog days of July, you must realize by now that the New Jersey Odd Fellows are everywhere, rain or shine! Photos courtesy of Ben Burger (Mr. High Score) and Tom Calabrese.
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philanthropy
Union Lodge No. 213
Photos by Beth Obiedzinski-Garvin
Original model for the 9-11 Memorial site.
On May 30, Union Lodge No. 213 and the Absecon 9-11 Memorial Committee held a fundrasier at Raymour & Flanigan in Absecon, NJ. This outstanding tribute is located at 500 Mill Road, Absecon, NJ 08201. The dedication ceremony is to be held on September 11, 2016. For information contact Ed Vincent at: fire.coordinator@atlanticcountyfireassoc.org
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It was a beautiful day for a bargain at the NB6 Annual Craft and Flea Market on July 10. There was a variety goods to buy from cartoonist Dave Fowler to handmade items to Xbox games and everything in between. We made a few new friends —The Idells and Samantha Johnson — from the POP-IN Cafe and maybe even a few new members!
philanthropy
New Brunswick No. 6
Photos by Beth Obiedzinski-Garvin and Pastor Roman
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philanthropy
French Lodge No. 89
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hether they’re standing on a corner or cooking in the kitchen, French Lodge No. 89 members stay active all summer raising money for charity. Odd Fellows of all ages played in traffic during French’s Annual Coin Drop on June 10th and 11th. Thanks to all who made this event a success and to all the generous motorists! On August 6th, French held their Annual Peach and Pancake Breakfast yesterday. There was such a great turn out this year that they SOLD OUT! Special thanks to the Prep team, Chefs, Servers, Cleanup Team, and Comedians for making this an extraordinary event. Special thanks to all those who continually suppport the efforts of French Lodge No. 89 by bringing money and their appetites!
Photos by Beth Obiedzinski-Garvin
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EVENTS
YOUR Attention IS REQUESTED October 2016
3 October 15: Clinton Lodge No. 18 Dinner/Fundraiser, Just Plain Dave’s, Rahway, NJ. Contact: Karen Barker at 908-821-5179. 3 October 24: Observance of the death of Thomas Wildey (1782-1861)
To all Members of all Branches
November 2016
of the
Independent Order of Odd Fellows of New Jersey
3 November 5: Union Lodge No. 213 Annual All-You-Can-Eat Beef & Beer, 6-11pm, DJ starts at 7, $15.pp. Farmington Fire House, 301 Maple Ave., Farmington, NJ For info call Wayne Dilks 609.927.8362. 3 November 13: Testimonial Dinner for Grand Master Pastor Roman. Please see ad on this page for details.
Alvarez del Portal Lodge No. 285 cordially invites you all to the Testimonial Dinner of
February 2017
Pastor Roman
3 February 7: French Lodge No. 89 Ground Hog Day Raffle Drawing, Tickets are on sale now! Contact Bob 856-881-8414 or Steve 856- 217-6382. See ad on page 12 for details.
Grand Master of New Jersey
Saturday, November 13, 2016 from 3:00pm to 7:00pm
May 2017
at the
3 May 7: Eighty-fourth Annual Independent Order of Odd Fellows Pilgrimage to the Tomb of the Unknowns. More information and details will be sent when they become available.
La Reggia Ristorante • Hotel Reggia 40 Wood Aveneue • Seacuacus, New Jersey 07094
June 2017
Kindly respond with your intentions by
3 June 22-25: Please Plan ahead and Save the Date! 182nd NJ Grand Lodge Session. Contact Grand Lodge Secretary, Debbe McLelland, for up to date information.
October 31, 2016 to
Logia Alvarez del Portal No. 285
Deadline for the Next Issue of
The
1516 Kerrigan Avenue • Union City, New Jersey 07087
Samaritan
For more information: 201.866.4673 or cameraseyes@aol.com
Please contact your lodge secretary for information, dinner reservation, and souvenir booklet information.
October 8, 2016
ATTENTION
For updates, annnoucements and more photos, please visit us at
www.facebook.com/IOOFNJ
NJ Odd Fellows and Rebekahs
DENTAL PLAN OPEN ENROLLMENT DEADLINE OCTOBER 14, 2016 If your payment is not received on or before the deadline you will not be able to enroll until 2017.
Information and questions should be directed to Tom Calabrese Tomz59@aol.com or 732-423-6715 The NJ IOOF has joined with DSO to offer you a comprehensive voluntary dental plan. It is a group plan offered to you on an individual basis at a reduced rate. The Samaritan
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Accounting/Bookkeeping
Marie Rogerson Accountant
Rogerson’s Accounting & Bookkeeping 609-203-8638
accountingservicesbymarie@yahoo.com Art/Graphic Design
Beth Obiedzinski-Garvin Artist/Graphic Designer
Active Hub Design
Where Art and Technology Meet
609-294-0237 (home office) justelizabeth@aol.com
Camera Repair
Pastor Roman
Specializing in Film Cameras
Entertainment
Beep Beep the Clown, LLC with Jeff Pennell
Hire Music/Music Instruction
Humberto Sanchez
Composer/Arranger/Teacher
Balloonist, Magician, & Clown for all Occasions 609-893-0240
786-319-2698 • 786-362-0926
Financial Planning
Optometry
www.beepbeeptheclown.com
Michael K. O’Connor
Guitar • Piano • Percussion • Voice rafastra@gmail.com humbertosanpe.h@gmail.com
Dr. Peter K. Anderson
Financial Planner
Eyecare, Eyeglasses, and Contact Lenses
moconnor@tfsweb.com www.wealthtfs.com
doc@drpeteranderson.com www.drpeteranderson.com
TFS Wealth Management 732-758-9300, ext. 214
Marketing Services
Mario B. Guzman, Jr. CEO
Advanced Eyecare Center 215-946-8478
Pest Control
Orlando Ricardo, Jr.
Residential - Commercial - Industrial
Roman Camera Repair
Secure Marketing Inc.
Flash Exterminating Co., Inc.
201-866-4673
609-816-7951
201-348-1324
1409 Eleventh Street Noth Bergen, NJ 07047 camerasyes@aol.com
Crochet/Jewelery
Karen Barker & Dot Planer Handmade Jewelry & Crochet Items
Sellers of Purple
baby gifts, ponchos,shawls, sweaters, afghans, slippers, necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and more!
Karen 908-821-5179 Dot 908-494-1441
sellersofpurple1614@gmail.com
2045 Lowell Avenue Mays Landing, NJ 08330
securemarketinginc@gmail.com
406 36th Street Union City, NJ 07087 Fax: 201-864-0038
Residential/Commercial Garage Doors
Model Building
Jeff Pennell
Circus Model Building Programs
The History/Art of Circus Model Building
For your next Meeting or Special Event
609-893-0240 jpdoor@hotmail.com
Jeff Pennell
Installation and Repair
Jersey Pines Overhead Doors 609-338-5683
jpdoor@hotmail.com www.jerseypinesgaragedoor.com
What’s so ODD about hiring an Odd Fellow? Not a thing that we can think of, so we started a business listing featuring services, talents, and occasional hobbies for hire of our brothers and sisters. Email your listing info to IOOF_NJ@comcast.net or mail to The Samaritan Business Listing, 209 Cedar St. The Samaritan
Tuckerton, NJ 08087. You will receive a confirmation call so any listing without a phone number will not be published. We publish every two months so listings must be received a month prior to publication. Questions? Call Beth at 609-294-0237. 23
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What’s so ODD about helping others? New Member Applications are available from your GL Representative and Secretary
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I am an Odd Fellow! I believe in the Fatherhood of God, and the Brotherhood of man. I believe in Friendship, Love and Truth as basic guides to the ultimate destiny of all mankind. I believe my home, my church or temple, my lodge, a nd my community deserve my best work, my modest pride, my earnest faith, and m y deepest loyalty, as I perform my duty "to visit the sick, relieve the distressed, bury the dead and educate the orphan" and as I work with others to build a better world, because, in spirit and in truth, I am and must always be, grateful to my Creator, faithful to my country and fraternal to my fellow-man; I am an Odd Fellow!
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