[RR] Humble Apologies....

[Michael D Harris]

Before I begin to respond to Mr. Burn's comments, I must ask forgiveness for causing his spirit to cry "foul". This was not my intent. I was simply attempting to contact old CORR members, old friends that I had not spoke with for a time. Let me first say that it is "medieval", not "MedEvil". Medieval means "middle age". To be more technical: Latin roots: medius {middle} + aevum {age} = medieval or middle age This word was applied by historians at a later date to describe the time period. THAT is why they called it "medieval"... As for the rest, it was NOT or ever was a 'fraternity'. Johnnie Barnes created the organization in the early 1970's to meet the need of A/G college students who wished to create a service group of Royal Ranger leaders who were between being "a boy" and being an official (age 21) leader.  Chi Omega Rho, as it was called, continued until a few short years ago when it was removed from the Royal Ranger National charter.  Though Chi Alpha, another A/G college organization existed, Chi Omega Rho attempted to take the college student and provide a continuation of the Royal Ranger ministry for that student, keeping in mind that many of our Rangers, once they go to college, never return to the Ranger program as leaders. Instead of taking a passive "when they get out of college, they might get back to Rangers" attitude, Chi Omega Rho created an active and aggressive method of retaining those "lost boys/men".  When FCF dropped the word 'fraternity', CORR moved from using Chi Omega Rho to CORR (Collegiate Order of Royal Rangers). Johnnie Barnes chose the knighthood theme for the group since it symbolized the Christian message so well. The National Office actively supported Chi Omega Rho until the early 1990's. Other than utilizing the knighthood theme to appeal to boys, CORR trained its members in LTC and other advanced courses, assisted in local outposts, became a source of service to the National Office (several of its members spent much time helping to prepare the Campgrounds at Eagle Rock, MO) and others. The Shire (or group) at Central Bible College, as I recall, in one school year recorded leading twenty-three boys to Christ. Our members have served as District Commanders, on the National Staff as well as working at local outposts. I am proud to be a part of CORR's twenty-five year history, serving along side other 'Knights of the Realm".   Arch-Duke Stalwart the Oak-Heart - Ret.