User:Will84/Order of Saint Ambrose

The Order of Saint Ambrose is an Order that began in 2007 as a charitable organization with members from all backgrounds. The Order is of modern creation, and does not claim connection to any historical orders nor is it associated with any other Orders of Saint Ambrose. The Order does not claim a fount of honour and would be ranked among the "self-styled". They claim Saint Ambrose of Milan as their primary patron. The insignia of the Order is a cross crosslet blue and white with a fleur-de-lys centered. The motto of the Order is Fides, Spes, Caritas or Faith, Hope, and Charity.

The Order's objectives are listed as the intention to promote literacy and relieving poverty while building community among members. Further information indicates that a chivalric organization was chosen to permit the utilization of insignia and provide a recognizable hierarchical structure.

The Order is unique in that it does not utilize different paths for members based on nobility status. It is also noted that its passage fees are intentionally kept at a reasonable level to allow participation by people from different economic classes. Some Orders are known to charge exorbitant fees. It is further distinguished due to its allowing members of different religious traditions.

Structure of the Order
The Order is governed by a Grand Council. This is composed of:


 * Grand Master
 * Coadjutor
 * Grand Chancellor
 * Grand Prior
 * Grand Almoner
 * Grand Marshall

Ranks
The Order's ranks are:
 * Grand Cross
 * Grand Commander
 * Commander
 * Knight