The Ancient Order of Hibernians

The Oldest and Largest Irish-Catholic Organization in the United States. Established 1836

Ritual and Degrees

The main purposes of our degree program are: “Waken a pride in the ancient race
of our forefathers and develop an interest in the history and destiny of that race”.

The Rituals and Degrees of the AOH are an important component of who and what we are as an organization. While it is essential for us to urge our members to take the Major Degree, it is also incumbent on us to assure that the Degree Teams themselves are available to perform this service wherever required. During the first week of September I mailed a Degree Team Profile form to be completed by each of our teams. My purpose was to ascertain which teams are currently active, as well as to update contact information for all teams.

The teams are being listed below in the hope that counties, states, and regions will now start to plan for Major Degrees in their respective jurisdictions.

Whenever the Major Degree is performed, in addition to the qualified candidates for the degree, we also welcome and encourage Officers, Sponsors, and all Major Degree Members to observe the candidates learn the Lessons and take the Test of Our Order, in accordance to our laws. Candidates and observers alike should be informed, that proper dress code is in order (no sneakers, shorts, tee shirts, etc.), so that the ceremony is conducted in the dignified manner that it deserves.

Major Degree Schedule …

Saturday, February 9th, 2019 1:00PM.

Innisfail Major Degree Team
Spring City, FL

St. Theresa’s Gymnasium
1107 Commercial Way
Spring City, FL

Registration starts at 12:00 Noon

Contact: Jim Cahill, Team Secretary

Sunday, February 10th, 2019, 2:00PM.

Tara Court Major Degree Team
Sacred Heart Parish Hall, Island Park, NY

The Shamrock Degree will be held at 1:00 PM. Candidates should arrive at least 15 minutes early to register.
All brothers are encouraged to attend. *Dress code is business attire, please have a jacket and tie and a membership card.*
The Major Degree Ceremony Follows at 2pm. There will be refreshments after.

Sacred Heart Parish Hall
301 Long Beach Road
Island Park, NY 11558.

As well we always welcome previously degreed guests in the audience.
Please RSVP as soon as possible so we can make the proper arrangements.

Yours in Friendship, Unity, Charity,
Jack O’Brien
Vice President / Pro Life Chairman
AOH Nassau County Board

Saturday, February 16th, 2019

Brian Boru Major Degree Team
St. Francis of Assisi Parish Center, Triangle, VA

St Francis of Assisi Parish Center
18825 Fuller Heights Road
Triangle, VA 22172

Contact: J J Kelly

Sunday, April 7, 2019, 12:00PM.

The Isle of Erin Major Degree Team
at Germantown, Philadelphia, PA

Commodore John Barry Club (The Irish Center)
6815 Emlen Street
Germantown, Philadelphia, PA.

To be hosted by Daniel J. Browne Philadelphia Division 80.
Candidates and Observers are encouraged to pre-register for this event
at the Degree Team website: www.aohnd1.com/degreeteam.htm

Yours in Our Motto,

Jack Schneider
Business Manager / Trustee
Isle of Erin Major Degree Team
National Chairman

Saturday, October 19th, 2019, 12:00PM.

Saint Columbkill Knights Degree Team
at Old Saint Patrick’s School – New York, NY

The New York County Board is hosting a Major Degree on Saturday October 19th at Noon at Old Saint Patrick’s School on Prince Street across the street from Old Saint Patrick’s Basilica.
The Bronx County Saint Columbkill Knights Degree Team will exemplify.
In our Motto,
John O’Keefe

Contact:
Ed Meehan, NY County VP 201-795-0316

Major Degree Teams …

Saint Columbkill Knights Major Degree Team (MDT)
Contact: John O’Keefe Jjok59@comcast.net
10 Brantwood Court
East Brunswick, NJ 08816
908-705-1606

Brian Boru MDT
Contact: J.J. Kelly IrishKnight1@verizon.net
9102 Paloma Lane
Springfield, VA 22153
703-475-9415

Cu Chulainn Celtic Warriors MDT
Contact: Jack King jkcuchulainn@yahoo.com
636 Rockaway Street
Staten Island, NY 10307
718-948-2555

Isle of Erin MDT
Contact: Jack Schneider Jack1515@aol.com
118 Magdalena Lane
Lansdale, PA 19446-1664
215-361-3327

Tara Court MDT
Contact:Walter S. Butler Wbutler547@aol.com
4 Melvin court
Farmingville,NY. 11738
631/736-2171

Sons of Milesius MDT
Contact: John O’Connor ollamh1@hotmail.com
573 Olentangy Woods Dr.
Columbus, Ohio 43235-3495
614-253-0470

Schenectady MDT
Contact: Owen Cole omcole54@gmail.com
738 Swaggertown Road
Scotia, NY 12302
Home: 518-399-1269

The Red Branch Knights MDT
Contact: Francis McLoughlin armorysuper@aol.com
646-525-5272

Innisfail Major Degree Team – Florida, Hernando Co., Div. 1
Contact: Jim Cahill, Team Secretary jaycahill@aol.com
730 Sea Holly Drive
Brooksville, FL 34604-1402
Mobile: 484-686-8044
Home: 352-593-4325

Round Tower MDT – Status: currently re-organizing
Contact: Jerry Callaghan
44B Jennifer Place
Staten Island, NY 10514
917-582-7171

Carraig Phadraig MDT – Status: currently re-organizing
Contact: James Lawracy jlawracy51@gmail.com
144 Village Farm Rd
Columbia, SC
803-422-6297

In addition, the National Board would suggest that any counties or states that might presently be considering
starting their own teams contact Jack Schneider Jack1515@aol.com, the Chairman for Rituals and Degrees.
Jack will be happy to provide assistance and direction on forming a new team.