Mike Moran Division 8 is the Ancient Order of Hibernians Division located on Long Island's beautiful "Gold Coast", the north shore of Nassau County.
Our meetings are held on the second Thursday of every month, 8:00pm at the Conference Center of St. Patrick Parish, Glen Cove. Our meetings are open to all members of our division and to all visiting members of the Ancient Order of Hibernians.
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Directions to Meetings Click on the small map, below, for interactive driving directions.
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Click on the map (above, left) for further details and for driving directions.
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What is the Ancient Order of Hibernians In
America? The Ancient Order of Hibernians is a Catholic, Irish American Fraternal Organization founded in New York City on 4 May,1836. The Order can trace its roots back to a parent organization, of the same name, which has existed in Ireland for over 300 years. However, while the organizations share a common thread, the North American A.O.H. is a separate and much larger organization. The Order evolved from a need in the early sixteen hundreds to protect the lives of priests who risked immediate death to keep the Catholic Faith alive in occupied Ireland after the reign of England's King Henry VIII. When England Implemented its dreaded Penal Laws in Ireland, various secret social societies were formed across the country. These groups worked to aid and comfort the people by whatever means available. Similarly, the Ancient Order of Hibernians in America was founded May 4th, 1836 at New York's St. James Church, to protect the clergy, and church Property from the "Know Nothings" and their followers. At the same time the vast influx of Irish Immigrants fleeing famine issues in Ireland in the late 1840's, prompted a growth of various social societies in the USA - the largest of which was, and continues to be, the Ancient Order of Hibernians. Active across the United States, The Order seeks to aid the newly arrived Irish, both socially, politically. The many Divisions and club facilities located throughout the U.S. traditionally have been among the first to welcome new Irish Americans. Here, the Irish culture -- art, dance, music, and sports are fostered and preserved. The newcomers can meet some of "their own" and are introduced to the social atmosphere of the Irish-American community. the AOH has been at the political forefront for issues concerning the Irish, such as; Immigration Reform; economic Incentives both here and in Ireland; the human rights issues addressed in the MacBride Legislation; Right-To-Life; and a peaceful and just solution to the issues that divide Ireland. The Order has also provided a continuing bridge with Ireland for those who are generations removed from our country, sponsoring many programs associated with promoting our Irish Heritage. You may further seek admittance to the FINEST Irish Catholic Organization in the World -- all we would ask is for you to live our motto of: |
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"Friendship, Unity, and Christian Charity". Dia 's Muire dhuit! |
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What is the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians? The Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians was founded in Omaha,
Nebraska in 1894 as the "Daughters of Erin". The Organization pledged itself
to God and Country. The motto of the Ladies is "Friendship, Unity and Christian
Charity". Our patron Saint is Saint Brigid. The preamble of our Constitution states that the intent and purpose of the L.A.O.H. is to promote Friendship, Unity, and Christian Charity among it's members; assisting the people of Ireland to establish, by all legitimate means, an Irish Republic which shall include the 32 Counties of Ireland; aiding the aged, sick, and infirm members, and for the legitimate aspirations of the Ladies, including Mission work and Catholic Action. The Ladies also foster the ideals and perpetuate the history and traditions of the Irish people and promote Irish culture. To request information more information about joining the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians (LAOH) please click here. To apply for LAOH membership on line, click here. |
