TheDude, Locksley, and Nakis Ordination Ceremony, January 11th, 2022 @

Good timezone all!

It gives me the greatest pleasure to announce that TheDude, Locksley, and Nakis are to be ordained as official clergymen of the Temple of the Jedi Order tonight, January 11th, at 8:30 PM (Tuesday, Pacific Time), in the #Ordination channel on Discord.

For those observing Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), this would be on Wednesday, January 12th, at 4:30 AM.

Please join us in welcoming them, and may the Force be with us as we continue this path together!


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Woot congratz

Thanks to all who attended!

J. K. Barger — Today at 9:15 PM
Actualizing the Fundamental Point
in 15 Minutes
@everyone
River — Today at 9:15 PM
Here or in ?dai’to ?
J. K. Barger — Today at 9:17 PM
I thought, but there I went thinkin' again.

It'll be here ?
RosalynJ — Today at 9:18 PM
It was a good thought
Nakis — Today at 9:28 PM
Hallo
RosalynJ — Today at 9:28 PM
Allo allo
The Dude — Today at 9:30 PM
Are we in here now?
Nakis — Today at 9:30 PM
They pulled the old "move the ceremony room without telling the people in the ceremony" trick
J. K. Barger — Today at 9:30 PM
Welcome everybody!
The Dude — Today at 9:31 PM
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J. K. Barger — Today at 9:31 PM
Thank you for being so quick on the draw today- I know you all have been waiting for sometime.

Let's give it just a few more moments for others to arrive.
Nakis — Today at 9:32 PM
I just finished putting my son to bed myself. Had to grab a drink to go from the kitchen
Fulcrum — Today at 9:32 PM
Observing for the moment.
The Dude — Today at 9:34 PM
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J. K. Barger — Today at 9:36 PM
Alrighty, is everyone here?
Nakis — Today at 9:36 PM
Yup
Vincent Causse — Today at 9:36 PM
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RosalynJ — Today at 9:37 PM
yep
Locksley — Today at 9:37 PM
Yes!
J. K. Barger — Today at 9:39 PM
Most excellent ?

Let us begin...

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Welcome one and all to this, the occasion of the Ordination of three of our members!

Let us begin the ceremony in reflection :

We offer our thanks for the insight that springs from the Force as we seek to apply it to our lives.

As beings of light, we connect with our brothers and sisters in the Universal Moment,

And as beings of flesh and bone, our footsteps walk this Earth and echo in time.

Grant us the focus, knowledge and wisdom to live each moment as best we can --

As mortal creatures,

As eternal souls,

As Jedi.


May the Force be with you all …
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Locksley — Today at 9:41 PM
And also with you.
RosalynJ — Today at 9:41 PM
and also with you
Nakis — Today at 9:41 PM
And also with you.
The Dude — Today at 9:42 PM
And also with you.
J. K. Barger — Today at 9:42 PM
The Force guides everyone to serve in their own particular way and some of these people are called to minister its truths and mysteries to others.

As servants of the people, Ministers are to shepherd them on their respective paths and to guide them to self-discovery and understanding.

With their fellow Ministers, they are to sustain the community of the faithful by the ministry of doctrine and guidance, that we all may grow into the fullness of the Force and better understand ourselves.

Will the candidates please step forward and announce themselves ?
Nakis — Today at 9:43 PM
I am Richard Sroka, Knight of Jediism, also known as Nakis
The Dude — Today at 9:43 PM
I am Rubin Marshak, Senior Knight of TOTJO, known as TheDude. ?
Locksley — Today at 9:43 PM
I am Odin Halvorson, Knight of Jediism, also known as Locksley.
J. K. Barger — Today at 9:44 PM
Excellent.

Are you each prepared to accept the responsibilities of the role of Ordained Minister of Jediism on this day?
Nakis — Today at 9:44 PM
Yes, I am.
Locksley — Today at 9:44 PM
Yes, I am.
The Dude — Today at 9:44 PM
Yes, I am.
J. K. Barger — Today at 9:45 PM
Will the Presenting Minister please step forward and announce herself ?
RosalynJ — Today at 9:45 PM
I am Rosalyn Johnson, Master Knight of Jediism, also known as Rosalyn J
J. K. Barger — Today at 9:45 PM
Have these candidates completed all of the required Clerical training, as prescribed by the Temple of the Jedi Order?
RosalynJ — Today at 9:46 PM
Yes they have
J. K. Barger — Today at 9:46 PM
Do the candidates fulfill the requirements, according to their rank, at the Temple of the Jedi Order, including all necessary Oaths or Vows?
RosalynJ — Today at 9:46 PM
Yes they do
J. K. Barger — Today at 9:47 PM
Have the candidates fulfilled all of the requirements for Ordination as prescribed by the Temple of the Jedi Order?
RosalynJ — Today at 9:47 PM
Yes they have
J. K. Barger — Today at 9:47 PM
Are the candidates under any judicial ban that would prevent Ordination at this time?
RosalynJ — Today at 9:47 PM
No they are not
J. K. Barger — Today at 9:47 PM
And does this Ordination have the approval of the Council of the Temple of the Jedi Order?
RosalynJ — Today at 9:47 PM
Yes it does
J. K. Barger — Today at 9:48 PM
Thank you.?

Ministers are called to be servants among the people. They are to be messengers, watchmen and stewards of the Church. They are to teach and to admonish, to nourish and to support, and to guide the people through the confusions of life, that they may grow in knowledge and wisdom of the Force.

As Jedi they are to protect the peace and defend the weak. As Ministers they are to uplift the spirit through the guidance of the Doctrine and the wisdom of the Force. With the qualities of compassion, understanding, tolerance and acceptance, they are to open their arms to embrace the community and to provide counsel in times of need.

They are to minister to the sick and prepare those who are transitioning from this world and back to the Force, supporting all those who are affected by such changes. Standing together with their brothers and sisters, they are to provide light through the darkness, that the whole Church may be built up in unity and faith.

In addition to this, Ordination is a commitment for life. It can only be rescinded in the most severe of circumstances as this is a contract between the Minister and the Force, a dedication to serving the people through the Doctrine and the guidance of the Force. This promise is written on the soul and strengthens every fiber of the spirit; as such it is not to be taken lightly and without due consideration.
@Nakis - will you, on this day, devote yourself to the care and the needs of the people as an Ordained Minister of Jediism?
@Locksley - will you, on this day, devote yourself to the care and the needs of the people as an Ordained Minister of Jediism?
Nakis — Today at 9:49 PM
I will.
J. K. Barger — Today at 9:49 PM
@The Dude - will you, on this day, devote yourself to the care and the needs of the people as an Ordained Minister of Jediism?
Locksley — Today at 9:49 PM
Yes, I will.
The Dude — Today at 9:49 PM
I will.
J. K. Barger — Today at 9:50 PM
Will you faithfully minister the Doctrine of this church, by which our community may flourish in their faith?
Nakis — Today at 9:50 PM
I will
Locksley — Today at 9:50 PM
I will
The Dude — Today at 9:50 PM
I will
J. K. Barger — Today at 9:50 PM
Will you, reconciled to your eternal existence in the Force, strive to be an instrument of peace in the Temple and in the world?
Nakis — Today at 9:50 PM
I will.
The Dude — Today at 9:50 PM
I will.
Locksley — Today at 9:50 PM
I will
J. K. Barger — Today at 9:50 PM
Will you stand shoulder to shoulder with your fellow Ministers in upholding the spirits of the people and guiding them to their highest potential?
Nakis — Today at 9:50 PM
I will.
The Dude — Today at 9:50 PM
I will.
Locksley — Today at 9:50 PM
I will
J. K. Barger — Today at 9:50 PM
And will you strive to further your own self, to be the best that you can be and to allow your light to shine forth as inspiration to others that may follow?
Nakis — Today at 9:51 PM
I will.
The Dude — Today at 9:51 PM
I will.
Locksley — Today at 9:51 PM
Yes, I will.
J. K. Barger — Today at 9:53 PM
Thank you.

Know that you will always be supported by your fellow Ministers, by the Temple, and by your own faith in the Force.

With this in mind, it is with great pleasure that I ordain you as Ordained Ministers of Jediism and state that you shall henceforth be known as

- Rev. Rubin Marshak OCP
- Rev. Richard Sroka OCP
-Rev. Odin Halvorson OCP

Welcome home gentlemen, and may the Force be with you!
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Vincent Causse — Today at 9:54 PM
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J. K. Barger — Today at 9:54 PM
Should any member wish to say anything, please feel free to do so now.
RosalynJ — Today at 9:54 PM
Well done and a long time coming for each of you
The Dude — Today at 9:54 PM
May be Force be with you as well, and with us all!
Vincent Causse — Today at 9:54 PM
Felicitation and may the Force be with you
River — Today at 9:54 PM
Congratuwelldone, all, and thank you
Locksley — Today at 9:55 PM
May the Force be with you all, as well! ?
Fulcrum — Today at 9:55 PM
Congrats guys! May the Force be with you.
Nakis — Today at 9:55 PM
May we all walk deeply in the Force!
Verheilen — Today at 9:55 PM
Congratulations to all three of you!!! ?
The Dude — Today at 9:55 PM
Thank you all ?
Nakis — Today at 9:56 PM
Excuse me, I just attempted to shoot lightning from my fingers and become the senate and nothing happened.

Was this not what Ordination is supposed to do?
J. K. Barger — Today at 9:56 PM
ROFL
Locksley — Today at 9:56 PM
It worked for me.
J. K. Barger — Today at 9:56 PM
LMFAOOOOOO
RosalynJ — Today at 9:56 PM
you have to be Sr OCP
i mean no
Locksley — Today at 9:56 PM
?️
J. K. Barger — Today at 9:56 PM
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Nakis — Today at 9:56 PM
Hmm, I'll try to turn it off and on again.
Rex — Today at 9:57 PM
Congrats all
The Dude — Today at 9:57 PM
? You'll get there
J. K. Barger — Today at 9:57 PM
Congrats everyone, thank you again for your flexibility ?
Nakis — Today at 9:57 PM
Thank you all for coming!
Locksley — Today at 9:58 PM
Yes, thank you J.K., and Ros, and everyone for being here!
Vincent Causse — Today at 9:58 PM
yoga helps
J. K. Barger — Today at 9:58 PM
With that, I now move to close this ceremony, and wish you all a goodnight.

MTFBWY!
The Dude — Today at 9:58 PM
Thanks again to everyone here ?
MTFBWY!
Nakis — Today at 9:58 PM
May the Force be with you all!
Locksley — Today at 9:59 PM
MTFBWYA!
RosalynJ — Today at 9:59 PM
and also with you
Vincent Causse — Today at 9:59 PM
sweet dreams every one

Congratulations

Congratulations and may the Force be with you all

- Rev. Rubin Marshak OCP
- Rev. Richard Sroka OCP
-Rev. Odin Halvorson OCP

Welcome home gentlemen, and may the Force be with you!

Congratulations on the Ordination.

Time to get to work. Smiley Face, thank yall for yalls dedication. May the Force we seek, serve and share be with all 3 of yall. We are here to support you, so let us begin good things together!

- Rev. Rubin Marshak OCP
- Rev. Richard Sroka OCP
-Rev. Odin Halvorson OCP

Welcome home gentlemen, and may the Force be with you!

Congratulations on the Ordination.

Time to get to work. Smiley Face, thank yall for yalls dedication. May the Force we seek, serve and share be with all 3 of yall. We are here to support you, so let us begin good things together!