More Funding Raised for ABF 

Dated: 17/07/2009 

Congratulations to Chev. Ron Hughes KStG who yesterday raised a further £203.70 for the Army Benevolent Fund through a collection in Sandwich, Kent.

Given the commitment of our forces in theatres such as Afghanistan and Iraq it is paramount that the Order provides as much funding as possible for support of service personnel and their families.

As a military and hospitaler Order we are honoured to support the ABF.

Support for the Mongolian Red Cross

Dated: 24/06/2009

The International Knightly Order of St George has chosen to financially support the Mongolian Red Cross Society (MRSC).  In addition, members of The Order have personally donated to this fine Humanitarian Organization.

The MRSC is a non-governmental, humanitarian and auxiliary to the public, organization established on a volunteer basis, functioning on the self-governing principle with the purpose to support government humanitarian policy and guide line, and to embody the work and principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, provisions of 1949 Geneva Conventions and its two Additional Protocols.

The overall purpose of the MRCS is to prevent and alleviate human suffering, to protect life and health, and to protect human dignity with complete impartiality of their nationality, race, age, sex, religious beliefs, class or political opinion; promote understanding and friendship amongst all people and to contribute to world peace.

The MRCS does this by:    

• Providing Health & First Aid Training
• Blood Donor Dissemination
• HIV/AIDS, STD Programs
• Social Welfare Services
• Disaster Preparedness & Disaster Relief
• Operation of Regional Disaster Centres
• Red Cross Youth Programs

             
What finer cause can an Organization like The International Knightly Order of St George whom has as an objective to assist the needy with both mental and material support.  All Members are encouraged to support this worthwhile Organization.

Chev. Orland DeLong. KStG

Congratulations to Chevalier Ron Hughes

Dated: 18/06/2009

Congratulations goes to Chev. Ron Hughes KStG who today received the Freedom of London at a ceremony at Guildhall.

One of the oldest surviving traditional ceremonies still in existence today is the granting of the Freedom of the City of London. It is believed that the first Freedom was presented in 1237.

Chev. Ron was joined by wife Joan and son, as well as Grand Herald Steve Nimmons KCStG. Connections to the Order of St. George continue, as Chev. Ron was proposed for the Freedom by Grand Prior Simon McIlwaine KCStG +.

Chev. Tony Schiena appointed US Grand Prior

Dated: 08/06/2009

The Grand Priory of the United Kingdom is delighted with the recent announcement of Chev. Tony Schiena as Grand Prior of the United States of America.

Chev. Tony is a very notable gentleman, former world Karate champion, rising star of Hollywood, international campaigner for child safety, member of the International Police Association and the International Bodyguard and Security Services Association. Tony was awarded the rank of Colonel by the Hungarian Government, for meritorious service and bestowed the honour of Knighthood in a celebration at Rochester Cathedral, England, by the Knightly Order of St George.

Chev. Tony recently completed a very successful visit to the Ukraine where he met with the Ukrainian government who signed his treaty "IC3O" setting out principles for the online safety of children.

Further details about this important work are available in this .pdf format article. 

A Salute from Kentucky

Dated: 08/06/2009

Grand Herald of the UK Grand Priory, Chev. Steve Nimmons has received the highest honour awarded by the Commonwealth of Kentucky, that of Kentucky Colonel. Bestowed by the serving governor (currently Gov. Steven Beshear) on individuals “in recognition of noteworthy accomplishments and outstanding community service.”

Steve is delighted with the award, and also takes up membership in the prestigious Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels.

In addition to his work with the Knightly Order of St. George, Chevalier Steve is also an enthusiastic Rotarian, and is active in inter faith dialogue primarily in the UK and across Eastern Europe.

Chev. Col. Steve Nimmons is pictured below with Princess Dimitri Romanov and Princess Olga of Russia.

Her Majesty’s Palace and Fortress The Tower of London

Dated 08/06/2009,

By Chev. Dave Phillips KStG

On the 23rd of May 2009 at Rochester Cathedral I took the Oath of Knighthood and joined the International Knightly Order Valiant of Saint George.  Within the hour I was asked by the Grand Prior of The United Kingdom if I could produce an article about my fairly unique job and a little background about me, so here goes.

Originally from East London, I joined the army in 1979 and after basic training was posted to an Infantry Unit, The Royal Irish Rangers, and served in mainland UK, Northern Ireland Gibraltar and Cyprus, as part of the United Nations Peacekeeping Force.  In 1988 in the Rank of Sergeant, I passed an intensive six-month selection course and transferred into the Small Arms School Corps.  I then worked as a specialist trainer in a variety of postings in the UK and across the world supporting the Armed Forces on a joint-service basis in order for them to train effectively. 

Order Raises £225 for Fairbridge Charity

Dated 17/05/2009

The charitable work of The Order has started in earnest in the north of England, where a fundraising committee has been formed and a calendar of events formulated for the coming months. 

It is hoped to raise the sum of £3,000 in support of the charity Fairbridge which supports young people facing multiple issues, who are on the fringes of society, giving them the self-confidence and skills they need to change their lives.

At a recent party to recruit fundraising volunteers, the charity tombola in aid of Fairbridge raised the magnificent sum of £225. Thanks for this achievement goes to UK Grand Priory Charity Organiser & Northern England Regional Coordinator, Dame Muriel Taylor DStG.

Dame Muriel Taylor DStG organising the charity tombola

Special Prayers for St. George's Day

Dated: 24/04/2009

The Rt Rev Dr Michael Nazir-Ali (Lord Bishop of Rochester) extended a most gracious invitation to attend special prayers on St. George's Day (April 23rd) in honour of England's Patron Saint and Martyr, St. George. A contingent of Knights and Dames from the Knightly Order Valiant of St. George (led by inter faith advocate Chev. Steve Nimmons) attended Rochester Cathedral, and immensely enjoyed the spiritual refreshment that this occasion afforded.

Prayers included the concerns:

• The people of God, that they may proclaim the risen Lord and live courageously
• God's creation, that the peoples of the earth may meet their responsibility to care and show chivalry in public life and service
• Those in despair and darkness, that they may find the hope and light of Christ
• Those in fear and death, that they may find faith through the resurrection
• Prisoners, captives and all who suffer for Christ in conscience
• The people of England, our national life and the values and practices of society and government.

Knights and Dames of the Knightly Order Valiant of St. George with the Bishop of Rochester.

Steve Nimmons Appointed UK Grand Herald

Dated: 1st January 2009

It is with pleasure that the UK Grand Priory announce Chev. Steve Nimmons KCStG as the UK Grand Herald of the Order. Chev. Steve brings a wealth of experience to the role.

He is a Certified European Engineer, Chartered Engineer, Chartered Fellow of the British Computer Society and is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, Linnean Society, Zoological Society, Institute for the Management of Information Systems, Institution of Analysts and Programmers and Society of Antiquaries of Scotland. 

He is also an enthusiastic Rotarian and a Freeman of London.

Extended Biography.