PAUPERES COMMILITONES SANCTI PETRI: Order of Saint Peter

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PAUPERES COMMILITONES
SANCTI PETRI

 

Order of Saint Peter

 

Saint Peter

Patron Saint of Order and Victory

Circa 1400s
 

 

 

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SECTION I - PREFACE

SECTION II - HISTORY

SECTION III - IDEOLOGY

SECTION IV - FORMATION
SECTION V - OATHS

SECTION VI - RECORDS

SECTION VII - PATRONS

SECTION VIII - SACRED TRIALS
 

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PREFACE

 

“Thou shalt not lie idle or inactive, nor forget thy duties in favor of sloth”

-Horen 4:4

    Throughout the History of the Holy Mother Church, there have been numerable Holy Orders. All founded with the singular purpose to Uphold GOD’s Virtues, and Protect the Canon, the Clergy, and the Flock of GOD. It is with this intent, that countless souls have been safe guarded, or snuffed out, and it is with this intent that men of great faith in GOD have once again come together, to stand as Brothers-In-Arms in defense of the Faith, as the Holy Order of Saint Peter.

 

 

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HISTORY

 

    At the turning of the Golden age of the Monastics which had been fostered and astutely guided by High Pontiff Jude I, the Holy Sisterhood of Blessed Catherine and the Holy Order of Saint Lucien began to dwindle amongst the flock of GOD. Their works and service to the Holy Mother Church waning until their eventual dissolution, with their presence being entirely removed from the great flocks consciousness in the year 1665, with the death of the honourable Grand Master Rakim Yar of the Order of Saint Lucien.

 

    In the years shortly preceding, and following the absence of these once great and expansive Orders, the whole of Humanity was left with a very real and deep seated yearning for their works to be continued. Thus, it was only natural that in the immediate interim, within this great vacancy, came rise to Orders of men seeking to carry on their great works. Most notably an Inquisitorial body which had once served the Church in a menial capacity alongside the Holy Order of Saint Lucien came to prominence within the world, as well as others such as the undesirable ‘Red Men’ to which many Canonist felt reservations towards, and the men known as the ‘Chantry’. It was then, through the lack of a strong, willful, and united Canonist ideal, that rot began to appear within the once immensely devout lands of Humanity.

 

    The first most tangible sign of the fruits which were born to this laxity came with the Dual Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, whereby the once High Pontiff Clement III, though with usage of his given name Jack Amador through his writings after his resignation of the Pontificate, along with Anselm Gerhard spun vile and twisted disgraces to the Pontificate and Holy Mother Church. Their actions and teachings spreading across the whole of the Kingdom and tainting it wholly with impurity leading to their own and the Kingdoms Excommunication within the Second Golden Bull of Saint Judeburg in the year 1662.

 

    The second most tangible sign of these same fruits came with the signing of Lay Investiture into the Law of the Duchy of Adria. The two councillors, Broos Wellis and Sabo Gradic, being cast from the light of GOD through the Excommunication Writ of 1669 for overstepping the authority of the Pontificate in the election of Diocesan Bishops and Priests.

 

    It is with this backdrop of religious decay that Holy Ser Martin Ironwood, the so called ‘Bread Saint’, saw it most evident to bring order back to the good world through service to GOD once more. Thus, reigniting the fervor of Faith to rekindle the embers of the Faith Militant through anewed and unquestioning devotion. Through this iron resolve, men from across the Canonist world would come to his simple call and form the Order of Saint Peter to which his patronage of Order and Victory called forth images of the countless triumphs of GOD over the sinful, and unbeliever alike.

 

    Through this great resurgence of the Faithful to once again bear arms for no Lord but The Lord GOD has the Order of Saint Peter been graced by High Pontiff Siegmund I as the Holy Order of Saint Peter, in the blessed year 1683. Their service being marked for the spreading, maintaining, and defending of the Light of God throughout His world by might and proselytism.

 

 

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IDEOLOGY
 

The Order of Saint Peter, from their undying loyalty, to Church, and the Lord. To their bravest of hearts and will so they may withstand against evil. The Order of Saint Peter is to be known for their faith and loyalty to their brethren of the all mighty God. Their mission is of holy significance, for they serve as the sword of the faith, the protectors of all Canonist folk. One must be of pure heart to serve such a valuable mission, one must work with humility for those who seek with greed will only be left with less in the end, one must be able to abandon their worldly desires and devote themselves, for their wealth in the Seven Skies will be of more importance, one must be virtuous and follow the virtues delivered to us by the Exalted Horen with passion, thus he is to not stray from the path of righteousness. It is of the utmost importance their braveness and will must be as strong as their passion towards God, for to be appalled in the sight of their enemies is not an option.

 

 

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DRESS

 

The Order of Saint Peter keeps a strict uniform regulation as to keep the order in regularity and formality. They keep the uniforms simple as to display their humbleness and their non interest in the worldly desires. The Proselyte being the first of the ranks is provided with a standard hauberk underneath their white tabard. They are given black gloves, a helmet, leather boots and their significant green cape finally on top fit for colder environments. The Armsmen are mostly equipped with the same following hauberk, boots, helmet and the gloves but their tabard is decorated with green and white. The Armigers are given a hauberk, the green and white tabard, a helmet, gloves and boots and an additionally a plate armor for their chest area as their name suggests they shall be involved in situations with the need of added protection. Squires of Saint Peter share a similar armor with the Armiger but additionally they receive a gauntlet and plate armor for their arms and shoulders. The Kngight of Saint Peter is given the same set with additional reinforcements to various parts of the body for added protection and for their worth while also receiving white crosses on their tabard. The Honored Knights of Saint Peter have a similar uniform to standard Knights of Saint Peter, but also receive a single golden cross on their tabard signifying their authority while the Standard-Bearer has a golden cross embedded on his tabard instead of white and a full plate armor representing his superior authority and being second in command of the Order. And lastly the Grand master wearing a full plate armor with gold linings on shoulder plates with the final addition of a navy blue sash denoting his supreme authority within the Order of Saint Peter.

 

 

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HIERARCHY
 

Knighthood

Grand Master -
The Grand Master is the hierarchal head of the Order of Saint Peter, elected by his brother Knights, and answerable to the High Pontiff. He is the guiding hand, the unbreakable courage, and the brutal force from which all deeds of the Order of Saint Peter derive. Through his will, the Order persists.

Standard-Bearer of Saint Peter -
The Standard-Bearer of the Order of Saint Peter is perhaps the most staunch in his Faith and able in his martial ability. The Knight who bears this honorific stands as a testament to the dedication, resolve, perseverance, and sacrifice that the Order demands of any who would carry its banner into the fray, and a prime example of the Knighthood for the Faithful, Squires, and even Brother Knights who stand alongside him.

Honoured Knight of Saint Peter -
Those men who bare the weight and accomplishments of upholding GOD’s will and creed through deeds of great renown create the Brotherhood of the Honorific Knighthood. Each man who carries this title is of immense moral character, and is a pillar from which the Order draws its strength.

Knight of St. Peter -
A Knight of Saint Peter is a man who has fully and completely embraced the teachings of the Holy Mother Church, and has sought out the virtues of Saint Peter through his deeds. Each Knight stands not for himself, nor his brothers-in-arms, but as the sword and shield of the Faithful who bare none of their own.

 

Squire -

A Squire is a man dedicated to the service of the Order of Saint Peter through his training beneath a Knight. He is formed and molded through both martial, and virtuous lessons into a man worthy of bearing the Cross in defense of the Faith.

Men-At-Arms

Armiger -
The Armiger is a man entrusted with the full heraldic emblem of the Order of Saint Peter. His  station being elevated above that of his fellow Armsmen, through diligent service, he awaits a knight to foster him into the Order through squireship.

Armsmen -
The Armsman is the backbone of the Order of Saint Peters unknighted fellowship, and are bestowed the privilege of bearing the Orders insignia upon their person. Their martial skill and faithful devotion being the hallmark of their position.

Proselyte -
The newest man to devote himself to the service of GOD through the Order of Saint Peter, the Proselyte is the uninitiated and untested blood. Through training, and teaching do these men gain the prominents necessary to be called Armsemen.
 

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OATHS

☩To defend the faithful with self☩

☩Refrain from owning a dwelling☩

☩Refrain from becoming inebriate☩

☩To never falter in GOD’s name☩

☩Do not cave to insult☩

☩To Master thee Self☩

 

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THE TRIALS

These sacred Trials are what separate the Faith Militant, from the Holy Ser. Those few who have passed these trials are to be granted the ashes of a Saint to be in their safekeeping. Duly anointed, these ashen Holy Knights are the virtuous servants of GOD the ALMIGHTY.

 

☩FIRST TRIAL☩

The Trial of Faith - It is known that, through great effort and dedication, one may improve themselves and embrace that which is considered humbling. It is with this ideal, that those aspirants who wish to dawn the frock of the Order of Saint Peter take upon themselves the Grand Pilgrimage. Through dedicated and methodical marching alone in a world of many, the Aspirant realizes that although he is of the almighty God’s world, he is apart from its sinful and selfish ways so long as he follows the path of GOD.

 

☩SECOND TRIAL☩

Trial of Charity- The Knights within the Order of Saint Peter have given themselves to the people of God and his church, and the aspirants do this by helping fellow church goers. Charity upholds the ideal to give to the faithful so that they may prosper, when giving charity one solidifies one own treasure in the skies themselves, strengthens your own faith with the faithful among you and in death.
 

☩THIRD TRIAL☩

Trial of Temperance- With the lessons given to us, the Faithful of GOD, through His works and His word we acknowledge that we live in a world of iniquity and impurity compared to that envisioned in the seven skies. Thus, it is paramount that the Knights of Saint Peter do not stray from His path through the lusts of man for the Carnal desires which surround us. It is with restraint, and self discipline that the Knights of Saint Peter withhold themselves so that, through Faith, they may rise to a more enlightened place among GOD’s flock.
 

☩FOURTH TRIAL☩

Trial of Diligence- Through careful adherence to the principles of the Faith, through the teachings, scriptures, and lessons passed down through the Holy Mother Church and unwavering commitment to them, the Knights of Saint Peter strive for thoroughness within the application of these teachings in their lives. It is with this ideal that the Aspirants set themselves apart from others, allowing the Holiness of GOD into themselves through great and small works alike.

☩FIFTH TRIAL☩

Trial of Patience-  In the Seven Skies, there is no sense of urgency. An understanding of patience and prayer will allow the Knights of Saint Peter to reconcile the difference between GOD’s time, and their personal time. Time should not be devoted to waiting on GOD to deliver us, but rather time praying that His perfect will be done at any time he chooses. When those considered for the knightship have peace with God, they may also find peace with themselves. It’s through self-reflection that they will isolate themselves from sinful tendencies by bridging the gap to a better understanding of emotions, strengths, and weaknesses.

 

☩SIXTH TRIAL☩

Trial of Humility- Pride has terrible consequences; humility brings blessings. The Knights of Saint Peter are servants beyond all things to Our Creator. A servant should not expect earthly riches, fancy titles, or even a pat on the back. In comparison to Our Creator, GOD, our righteousness is filthy rags. Only when a candidate for the knightship renounces positive reinforcement and ego will they fully fit the part of a servant of GOD. Self-reflection is not only needed to achieve a high level of patience, but also to become completely humble. When we recognize our sin, greed, impatience, and our Lilliputian status, we will finally be shaped into the warrior The Creator requires us to be.

 

Application

 

To those faithful who wish to stand with the all mighty GOD and the Church, we welcome you, pious men with open arms. Though it is no minor thing to pledge yourself thusly, know that Salvation awaits all who serve true in the almighty GOD's holy name. Seek out or send bird to; Standard-Bearer James Kowacz or Grandmaster Martin Ironwood with your name, gender, age, race, and a little about why you wish to commit yourself to this holy path.
Those of you who seek to defile the Canon, flee. There shall be no salvation for any man, elf, dwarf, orc, or what the abyss spits out that deigns to transgress GOD’s Chosen.

To apply now please give:

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Edited October 3, 2018 by Ajax

[The Templar 195]

James Kowacz, Standard-Bearer and faithful servant of the Creator, begins affixing recruitment posters along the roads, something the Grandmaster forgot to do. "What would he do without me.." He'd sigh.


((Credit to Fashionbeard for the glorious recruitment poster.))

[mitch dharma 438]

Sammy laughs out loud!

[TJBMinecraft 821]

(what about the Coat of Arms I made for it?)