The Divine Order of Faithful Servants: Rules of Engagement


We here at the Divine Order of Faithful Servants believe that structure is the key to Godliness. That whole cleanliness thing is problematic. Moses was thisclose to God and I can't imagine that that fellow was particularly hygienic. Probably pretty ripe if truth be told. But just as Mighty Moses had his 10 Commandments, we being two notches closer to God, have our 12 Commandments.

It is our devout and determined belief that things must be orderly and rules must be obeyed. Hence we present you a list of rules, commandments and general suggestions for behavior for the rest of your miserable days on this God-Forsaken planet. Keep in mind that these guidelines must be followed for admission to the ark of salvation.






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Whenever his name is uttered as such, the utilization of a gesture of honor shall be undertook. Said gesture shall consist of utilizing a hand motion not unsimilar to that known throughout the land as "Raise the Roof". By performing this action each member of the Divine Order of Faithful Servants efforts to lower themselves in the Eyes of God and Raises the Name of Caleb Solar through the proverbial roof. This effectively humbles our own meager countenances while appropriating Caleb a higher status.



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A great man once said that. We don't know his name, but we think he was in the army. Regardless, his words are wise. And without these routines we are willy and nilly rolled into one.

We at the Divine Order make it a requirement that each morning one of the group members rises before the rest and plays reveille.

Since we are without a trumpeter whose skills would allow us to follow tradition, we have developed a new routine. It involves singing a song. But it is not a regular song. This song is a rare combination of a powerful message, moving lyrics, a catchy tune and an eerily prophetic vision in regards to Quellish (Let it Come!)

This song is known by a trifecta of names. While many summer camps and Sunday school retreats allow the vernacular of "Rise and Shine" or "Children of the Lord." We scoff on those familial titles. Heretofore and in prepetuity the song in question shall be referred to exclusively as "The Arky Arky Song." Any violations of this rule shall be treated as such.



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The Confluence of Horrors (Whup!) being therein dictated in dictum as such events which together and in aggregate did cause said disruption to Caleb's hallowed name shall heretofore never be mentioned without the utilization and rationalization of the Confluence of Horrors clap and Whup! Should it conspire to say the words Confluence of Horrors (whup!) without uttering the Whup! A flogging of the Nth degree shall be repudiated on the sinful soul. Prior to full and complete indoctrination into our Holy Order it is permissible to use the Junior Sign of Appreciation, otherwise known as "Props to Mom" and immortalized by Sammy Sosa in which the Devotee kisses two fingers of their hand taps their chest twice kisses the hand again and then flips the two fingers out in a "V' gesture" symbolizing the peace we all feel when confronted with Caleb's grace.



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The Good Honorable Reverend Caleb Solar has made quite clear in all walks of life and in all strains of manner possible that the events and difficulties of the Area of Evacuation or Room of Bath shall remain personal. Caleb's disaffinity for all bodily functions shall be respected.

Seeing as that one tawdry day not too long ago, Caleb observed a frightful sight. No less than four of our Holy Members, and you know who you were, were lined up outside the lavatory awaiting its use. While Caleb commended these wayward souls for not complaining about the paucity of lavatories in our compound...They were also derided for their lack of resourcefulness. In times of trouble, we must look outside the window for answers. And so Caleb asked us then and he asks us today, is "holding it in" really necessary when we are surrounded on all sides by shrubbery? Well in his wisdom he has nobly dictated that it is both efficient and good for the environment to relieve our bladders in the shrubs. To biblify the process, it shall henceforth be referred to as..."The tending of the sacred flora." As such, whenever bathroom habits are to be referred they shall be known as such.

The gaseous release shall not be called "Farting" or "Trouser Coughing" but instead "Hailing the Holy Spirit with a Clarion Call from Below."

Burping or belching shall be an "Emission of Intestinal Respect".

Masturbation, whether by hand or nocturnal brain waves, shall be "Praying to the Bishop and his Twins" for men and for Women: "Dipping in the Holy Water."



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Seeing as budgetary constraints make it impossible for us to procure multiple clothing articles for each and every member, the clothing worn shall represent our sprits, that of oneness and be classified as not too garish or flashy. And no red. Caleb hates the color red. But on special occasions that Caleb deems noteworthy by titling them, we shall wear the uniform of the Ultimate Mediator, a sports referee, represented as such by the Official Striper Jerseys from Foot Locker.



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On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays all members shall at all times of symbiosis with said battery wear one white glove and remain barefoot. During these prayers we shall pray in the "Surf" position, symbolized by holding the gloved hand at ear level, fingers encircled in the "A.O.K." sign. The other hand shall remain under the face palm out, proffering eternal service to our Lord. On Tuesdays, Thursdays and Weekends the more casual "Turf" position shall be used. Hands cupped under the face and the Eternal Hum emitting from our collective lips. In addition to being necessary from a piety standpoint, these accoutrements to the prayer ritual are necessary from a safety one as well. By being barefoot we remove the risk of a conduit being created by any metal in our shoes. The glove increases the flow of energy from us to the battery without the sticky mess of the leading brands.



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The two most important items (subject to change) are:



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You must divest yourself of all worldly possessions. As such, all possessions must be marked for service of the world. They shall be given to Terry who will at the appropriate time offer them to God, or his pawn shop representative. Each member may keep one item for sentimental value as long as that item does not exceed $20 in monetary value. Most items of clothing are excused from this rule unless said items have legitimate resale value or are not part of an "outfit".



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One of the most important and unassailable rules that we have here at the Divine Order of Faithful Servants is this: As a group we must not be referred to as a cult.

There. It has been said, and that is the last time that that evil word shall be uttered in these pages. We understand that certain elements of this site and our group may seem to be in concurrence with said term, but we can assure you, we are very different.

Take all of the stereotypes that you may have in your head. The brainwashing, the mass suicides, the group weddings, the castration, the crucifix on the forehead, the aliens, the bad Country and Western music, the crazy talk and wipe them clear from your mind. Now that you have done that, we can explain exactly why.

By definition the c-word implies a failure. A c-word is small, a religion is large, a c-word is fringe, a religion is mainstream. And we think of ourselves as a religion.

When you ask Caleb what separates the Divine Order of Faithful Servants from other so-called Doomsday religions like Heaven's Gate and The True Way Church his answer speaks volumes.

"They were wrong, we are right."

Those few words say it all. Their simplicity and valor should bring tears to your eyes and chills to your spines.

We assure you this: when we are the only remaining humans in the world, we will not be thought of as failures. That is for sure.

We understand that we haven't quite grown in stature to the size of the Christians, the Jews or the Canadians, but we will.

So until then, there are many alternatives. We can be a "progressive group style religious sect"; "religious fringe group"; a "spiritual community" or our personal favorite, "Religious-Americans".

Regardless of what you do call us, don't call us a cult. (last time, for real)



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We know not much in this world. But what we do know is that we would not be in this happy home were it not for the wisdom and grace of the Good Honorable Caleb Solar. From the darkness he showed us the light. We were all battling life's ills when he miraculously appeared to provide solace and salvation. As such, he is the final arbiter of all that we are. And because of this he has earned the right to not have his judgment questioned. By anyone. If he says for us to do something it shall be done. If he requests us to stop doing something, it shan't be done. Caleb speaks to God directly. By obeying his commands we are closer to God. His will is God's will. And God's will shall be obeyed...or else.



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