Independent Order of Odd Fellows Sol Maris Montis Lodge No.68 Philippines

01/05/2026

Love your Lodge…..

A Message from the Grand Herald: 🎺

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To All my Odd Fellow Brothers and Sisters. I leave a simple yet powerful message..

"Love Your Lodge."

These Three Words alone leaves a lasting Legacy.

It's true, each and every one of us are Odd. Coming from different walks of life, different cultures, different trades, different Fraternal backgrounds and different Beliefs.

But there is One thing that stands out..

When we are Inside the Halls of our Lodge- The World is Shut out. We are Seperated from all the Noise and Distinctions outside of it.

And when we are Outside our Lodge Halls, we are Equal as Brothers and Sisters- Who were once Strangers, Candidates and Initiates alike.

The Regalias that we Wear, The Emblems that we carry, The Degrees we have attained, The Labors of our Hearts are all Symbols of Achievements brought together into one common Goal.

My Brothers and Sisters, It may seem Strange to some. But to us it is comparable to a candlelight in the middle of a Dark room..

The surroundings might be Dim, but in the center of it all is a faint light that shines as a safe haven.

Once again Brothers and Sisters- "Love your Lodge". It is your Second Home.

SBI.

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"Amicitia Amor et Veritas"
In Friendship, Love and Truth. ✋💖👁️

"Misericordia et Iustitia"
Compassion and Justice. ⚖️

-RWy. JMTA, Grand Herald
Grand Lodge of the Philippines, Independent Order of Odd Fellows

01/05/2026

On this Labor Day is a tribute to the strength, dedication, and spirit of every worker who builds our community with pride.

We honor every hand that serves with Friendship, Love, and Truth—building a better world together

26/04/2026

🎉 𝟐𝟎𝟕𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲 🎉
𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐎𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐎𝐝𝐝 𝐅𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐬

Today, we proudly celebrate 𝟐𝟎𝟕 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐛𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝, 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐮𝐧𝐰𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 to the timeless principles of 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩, 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡.

Since its founding on 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐𝟔, 𝟏𝟖𝟏𝟗, the Independent Order of Odd Fellows has stood as a beacon of unity and compassion—bringing together individuals dedicated to uplifting one another and serving their communities with purpose and integrity.

Across generations and around the world, the spirit of Odd Fellowship continues to inspire acts of kindness, strengthen bonds of brotherhood, and promote a better, more caring society. As members of this noble Order, we carry forward a legacy built on service, humility, and dedication.

Today, we honor the past, celebrate the present, and look forward to the future—committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

✨ 𝑼𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒊𝒏 𝑩𝒓𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒉𝒐𝒐𝒅, 𝑺𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒊𝒏 𝑭𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒅𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑩𝒖𝒊𝒍𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒂 𝑩𝒆𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝑾𝒐𝒓𝒍𝒅 ✨

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟕𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲!
𝐓𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧, 𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐧𝐨𝐰, 𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫.

16/03/2026

Happy Birthday, Brother NG Krys Gonzales!

On this special day, the Brethren of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows – Sol Maris Montis Lodge No. 68 extend our warmest fraternal greetings and heartfelt wishes to you.

May this new year of your life be filled with abundant blessings, good health, wisdom, and continued strength as you walk the noble path of our Order. May the guiding principles of Friendship, Love, and Truth continue to inspire your journey and illuminate your service to others.

Your brotherhood, dedication, and fellowship are truly valued within our Lodge family, and we celebrate not only your birthday but the positive spirit you bring to our fraternal circle.

May the All-Seeing Eye watch over you, and may prosperity, peace, and happiness accompany you in the year ahead.

Fraternally yours,

Your Brothers and Family
Independent Order of Odd Fellows
Sol Maris Montis Lodge No. 68

Friendship • Love • Truth

11/01/2026

This poster celebrates the birthday of Thomas Wildey (January 17th, 1782 - honored in 2022), founder of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF).

The organization's core values are Friendship, Love & Truth (represented by "F.L.T"), and the poster references Baltimore, MD, where Wildey established the first US lodge.

Warm birthday greetings to the noble founder of the Odd Fellows! May the principles of fellowship he championed continue to unite and uplift communities.

31/12/2025

Warm and wonderful New Year greetings right back to the Independent Order of Odd Fellows | Sol Maris Montis Lodge No. 68!!

Here's to a 2026 filled with brotherhood, service to the community, and all kinds of good fortune honoring the core values of Friendship, Love, and Truth…

24/12/2025

"To our beloved brothers of the Independent
Order of Odd Fellows-

As Christmas dawns, we gather in the spirit that binds us: the unwavering promise of Friendship to stand together, Love to lift one another, and Truth to guide our way. This season reminds us of our fraternity's calling—not just to cherish our bond, but to share warmth and hope with all in need.

May your homes be filled with laughter, your hearts with peace, and your days with the joy of serving others. Here's to celebrating this sacred season as one brotherhood, and to carrying our ideals forward into the year to come.

Merry Christmas, dear brothers-may the light of our fraternity shine bright for you and yours."

15/06/2025

To my esteemed brothers, I extend my warmest wishes on this Father's Day. Your influence and guidance have been invaluable throughout my life. I am deeply grateful for your unwavering support and friendship, love, and truth..

Dear Brethren,

On this heartfelt occasion, we come together to celebrate you—not just as fathers but as pillars of strength, love, and wisdom within our families and community. Your devotion shapes not only the lives of your children but also the hearts of those around you, echoing the values of brotherhood we hold dear in the Odd Fellows.

Today, we honor all fathers, and we remember and celebrate the fathers who came before us. Their legacies continue to guide us, instilling a sense of responsibility and compassion that binds us together.

Fatherhood, like Odd Fellowship, calls us to be men of our word.

It calls us to live with honesty, humility, and responsibility.

When our children see us stand firm on our principles, admit our mistakes, and treat others with fairness and respect, they begin to understand what it means to live with integrity. And that’s the greatest gift we can give them—not just protection or provision, but a moral compass that will guide them for life.

As Odd Fellows, we are reminded constantly of the importance of truth and virtue. And when those reminders take root in our roles as fathers, they become something powerful—a legacy.

So to all fathers—especially my fellow Odd Fellows—I salute you. Keep showing up. Keep choosing truth. Keep being the example your children need.

Because in the eyes of a child, the measure of a father is not in how loud he speaks, but in how true he lives.

May we continue to raise not just families—but generations built on integrity

To all fathers and grandfathers in our families, we express our deepest gratitude for your sacrifices, your nurturing spirits, and the countless lessons you impart. You are the heart of our homes and the foundation of our order.

Happy Father's Day! May your day be filled with love, cherished memories, and the warmth of family.

Fraternally yours in FL&T,

MWy. Samuel S. Tan
PG, P*P, PC, LM
Grand Sire
IOOF-GLPH