The Rockland County Ancient Order of Hibernians

• October 25 2025 Major Degree

  

  The Ancient Order of Hibernians is built on the principles of Friendship, Unity, and Christian Charity. Every member begins that journey when they take the Shamrock Degree at their Division, but the journey is not complete until they have received the Major Degree of the Order.
  
  When you were first initiated into the AOH, you pledged to one day take the the “lessons and tests of our Order”, that is the major degree. Many Brothers put it off, sometimes out of worry that “the test” means a formal exam. The Major Degree is not a classroom quiz, there are no written questions, the “tests” are solemn lessons, delivered through ceremony, that deepen your understanding of what it means to be a Hibernian.

  The Major Degree is more than a ceremony. It is the moment when you:

  • Fully unite with your Brothers across the country, sharing in the same sacred obligations and traditions.
  • Deepen your understanding of what it truly means to be a Hibernian.
  • Qualify for leadership, as the Major Degree is required to hold higher office in the AOH.
  • Honor our heritage, by embracing the lessons of our history, faith, and mission.

  The New York County Board will host a Major Degree Ceremony on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 11:00 AM. This year’s exemplification will be held at the historic Old St. Patrick’s Cathedral, where our Hibernian forebears once stood together to defend the church against a nativist mob intent on burning it. Taking your Major Degree at this sacred site offers you the chance to join their legacy, complete your journey as a Hibernian, and stand shoulder to shoulder with your Brothers.

  The Rockland County Board will pay for your attendance, and, if we get sufficient participation, provide transportation. Do not put this off. Every Brother should be a Major Degree Hibernian.

  Let us show our commitment to Friendship, Unity, and Christian Charity by taking this important step together.

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Countdown to the Parade

61st Annual Rockland St. Patrick’s Day Parade

It is time to March!

2025 Parade Line of March

The 2025 Parade Line of March may be found here

Trophy Winners for the 61^st Rockland County AOH Saint Patrick’s Day Parade

• .Timmy John O’ Riordan Memorial (Donated by the Lee Family) – 1^st Place Large Pipe Band – NYPD Emerald Society Pipes & Drums
• In Memory of Piper Billy Kenney (Donated by the RCAOH Pipe Band) – 1^st Place Small Pipe Band – Elevators Constructors Local 1 of NY/NJ Pipe Band
• Connie and Breda O’Sullivan Memorial –Irish Cultures Organization – RCAOH Men’s Division 3
• Munno’s Italian Deli – 2^nd Place Large Pipe Band – Bergen Irish Pipe Band
• John O’Hara Memorial (Donated by Murty’s Publick House) – 2^nd Place Small Pipe Band – Port Authority Police Pipes and Drums
• Thomas P. and Bridget Teahan Kilgallen Memorial (Donated by Helen and Michael Murphy) – 3^rd Place Large Pipe Band – Police Pipes & Drums of Bergen County
• Joe McKiernan Memorial – 3^rd Place Small Pipe Band – Pelham Regional Pipe Band
• Neil O’Sullivan Honor Guard Memorial (Donated by the O’Sullivan Family) Color/Honor Guard – Paramus Police Department Honor Guard.
• Annie A. and James P. Russell Memorial – Elementary School – St. Gregory Barbarigo School
• Thomas Argenti Memorial (Donated by the Fatigate Family) – Government Agency’s – Civil Air Patrol – Cadet Squadron
• Mary Franklin Memorial – High School Band – East Ramapo Marching Band
• Pat Tully Memorial – Irish Counties – County Longford
• TF Noonan’s – Special Organizations – ARC
• Society of Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick – Catholic Organization – Nurses Honor Guard
• Raymond W. Sheridan, Sr. Memorial Irish School of Dance – Denogla Academy of Irish Dance
• Luigi O’Grady’s Deli and Catering – Veteran’s Org. Color Guard and Members – Vietnam Veteran’s

Parade Mass and Breakfast

Start the day off right with food for the soul and food for the body!

9:15 Parade Day Mass at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church, 120 Kings Hwy, Tappan, NY 10983

Parade Day Breakfast to follow immediately thereafter at the Pearl River Hilton, $40pp. Please contact contact Mary Mulcahy maryteach17@aol.comfor reservations/

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  October 25 2025 Major Degree
  The Ancient Order of Hibernians is built on the principles of Friendship, Unity, and Christian Charity. Every member begins that journey when they take the Shamrock Degree at their Division, but the journey is not complete until they have received the Major Degree of the Order. When you were first initiated into the AOH, you pledged to one day take the the “lessons and tests of our Order”, that is the major degree. Many Brothers put it off, sometimes out of worry that “the test” means a formal exam. The Major Degree is not a classroom quiz, there are no… Read more: October 25 2025 Major Degree
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