Vigil Honor

    The Vigil Honor is the highest honor that the OA can bestow upon its members. If it is given to somebody, it is done so because of the great level of service and dedication made to some aspect or many aspects of BSA. The wearers of this sash those who have gone above and beyond what was expected and have proven that they live their lives based on the ideals of The Order.

Nomination Process

    An individual cannot simply earn this honor; it must be given to them. Any member is eligible to be nominated as long as they have been a Brotherhood member for at least two years. Only one out of every 50 registered lodge members can be chosen per year. When a nomination is turned in, it is reviewed by the Lo La'Qam Geela Vigil Selection Committee. Those select few that are chosen by our committee and then approved by the national OA committee will be given the opportunity to participate in an ordeal that taxes not only the body, but the mind as well.

    If you want to nominate someone to undergo the Vigil Ordeal, you should send a message to the Lodge Chief stating who they are and what they have done to deserve Vigil. The Lodge Chief's email can be found on our Lodge Executive Committee page.