Here are some informative facts about Shriners.

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Shriners believe in God and that He created man to serve His purposes, among which is service to others in His name.

We believe that care for the less fortunate, especially children who suffer from burns and crippling diseases, is our institutional calling.

We are patriots, each willing to serve his country with fidelity and courage. We cherish independence under law and freedom with responsibility.

We honour family. We respect our parents, wives and children. We should instill in our children the tenents of this creed, and the heritage from which emanates.

As individuals we pledge ourselves to intergrity, virtue and nobility of character. Our intensions will be honourable, our relations will be trustworthy and our spirits forgiving of each other.

As brothers we offer each other fraternal affection and respect. Together we will support each other in adherence to this creed, so that we and our communities will be the better because of our fraternity and its support.

As Shriners we look beyond ourselves to serve the needs of others, especially children who cannot help themselves. We believe Shriners Hospitals to be the world's greatest philanthropy, and we covenant with each other to support its "temples of mercy" with spirit, time and means.

Taken from: http://www.shrinershq.org/shrine/creed.html

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The mission of a Shriner is to be:

The premiere fraternal organization for men of good character.

Committed to providing attractive, quality programs and services for its members, their families and friendes in a spirit of fun, fellowship and social camaraderie.

Fostering self improvement through leadership, education, the perpetuation of moral values and community involvement.

Serving mankind through the resources of its great philanthropy.

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It is the mission of Shriners Hospitals for Children to:

Provide the highest quality care to children with neuromusculoskeletal conditions, burn injuries and other special health care needs within a compassionate, family centered and collaborative care environment.

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There are currenty 191 Shrine Temples: 177 in the United States
There are currenty 191 Shrine Temples: 12 in Canada
There are currenty 191 Shrine Temples: 1 in Mexico
There are currenty 191 Shrine Temples: 1 in Panama

As of December 31st, 2002, Shrine Membership totalled approximately 500,000.

The largest Shrine population is located in Pennsylvania, USA.

Taken from: http://www.shrinershq.org/shrine/stats.html