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The Saddleback Valley-Mission Viejo Elks Lodge #2444 is proud to announce its new members. These 13 new Members from all over Saddleback Valley participated in a ritual that has been used since the Elks were founded in 1868.
The Elks stand tall on the four pillars that are the cornerstones for the organization, often referred to as the “Four Cardinal Virtues”: Charity, Justice, Brotherly Love, and Fidelity. These virtues are the foundation for the Elks’ mission, including promoting members’ welfare, fostering community, and strengthening American patriotism. They look forward to including these new Members as we serve in activities that give back to the local community.
The Mission Viejo-Saddleback Valley Elks Lodge #2444 is celebrating over 52 years of service to Saddleback Valley Communities. It is one of 8 lodges in the Orange Coast District of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks (BPOE) whose headquarters is in Chicago, Illinois. The BPOE is a charitable organization with a 152-year history of giving. For information regarding Elks programs or Elks membership, call 949 830-3557
Seated L-R: Lisa Brabender-RSM, Dan Brabender-RSM, Bryan Ward-Ladera Ranch, Drew McClelland-MV, Judy Rackauckas-MV, Carol Moore-Aliso Viejo, ER-Kevin Lindley, Lupe Magallanes-San Juan Capistrano, Tania Glidden-Laguna Niguel, Lauren Lepo-Coto de Caza, John Hill-RSM, Alex Clark-MV, Kolin Williams-San Clemente, Steve Lindstrom-MV
Standing L-R: Alan Harkness-1 Yr Trustee, Jenny Buford-Leading Knight, Michele Scaglione-Chaplain, PER Camacho Alvarez-Lecturing Knight, Dinah Grosch-Tiler, Debby Lamb-Esquire, Lynette Holmes-Inner Guard, PDDGER Norm Jones-Secretary, Kelly Van Dyke-Loyal Knight
Photo Credit: The Mission Viejo-Saddleback Valley Elks Lodge #2444