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Hull and District Province RAOB GLE
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Welcome to the Hull & District RAOB Website.
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What is Buffaloism ?
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Welcome to The WEB SITE OF THE HULL & DISTRICT PROVINCIAL GRAND LODGE ROYAL ANTEDILUVIAN ORDER OF BUFFALOES GRAND LODGE OF ENGLAND.
The Hull Province is one of many Provinces under the Grand Lodge of England of the Royal Antediluvian Order Buffaloes.(RAOB)
("The Buffs")
Buffaloism as Practised by the
GRAND LODGE OF ENGLAND.
The Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes is a Philanthropic Organisation which is active, not only in its local community, but, at all levels of Society. It is non-political, nor does it look to religion to inspire participation. It does, however, inspire members to commit to a peaceful and meaningful way of life. It is often described as an extended family, a social organisation or a mutually supportive group of like minded people; each true in its own way. However they do not adequately describe the true picture: that is painted on a much larger canvas.
We are the Grand Lodge of England.
The R.A.O.B. at all levels supports its community and, through its charitable works, raises many millions of pounds for most worthwhile causes, far too many to list, all chosen by the membership locally, regionally or nationally.
The Minor Lodge
The Minor Lodge is the cornerstone around which the Order is built. First and foremost we are all members of our Minor Lodge. Brothers can, if they wish, belong to more than one Lodge; all Brothers must be part of a Lodge. The majority of Lodges meet weekly, some fortnightly or monthly if needs dictate. Each Minor Lodge supports its members and the community at a local level.
The Provincial Grand Lodge
A Provincial Grand Lodge collectively administers a group of Lodges known as a Province. Members who have chosen to be active at this level and have proven their knowledge of the rules and procedures attend the P.G.L. to carry this out. P.G.L. meets once a month.
The Grand Lodge
Grand Lodge is made up of delegates from Provincial Grand Lodges and administers the Order nationally. Grand Lodge runs and maintains the Convalescent Homes owned by the Order and supports the Community as a whole.
Membership
Membership is for life and members can be as active as they wish at whatever level they choose, All that is required is that you are a member of a Minor Lodge. Further progress is in the hands of the individual as is the frequency of his attendance at his Lodge.
We are not a secret organisation, our rules and ceremonies are in the public domain. Our Order is steeped in history, much more information is available but at this stage would only serve to confuse.
If you wish to find out further information contact the Provincial Grand Secretary, who's details are eleswhere on this site.
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