One Fellow craft was passed in our lodge last month. The "mason at sight" ceremony was memorable. It is always a great honor to have the Grand Master of Virgina and members of the Grand Line in our lodge. I would like to thank everyone who supported this program and the degree conferral.
At our first stated communication, Wor. John Shroeder will speak on The Symbol of the Color Blue. At our second stated communication Dr. S. Brent Morris will speak on the "Rectofied Scottish Rite in the U. S. and Its Symbols."
The Masonic Benefit Fund, established in 1925, provides a means whereby member Master Masons may honor their obligation to the relief of the Widow of a deceased Brother Master Mason. The Fund has broadened the eligibility for membership and is now available to any Master Mason under the age of 68. Application fee is $2.50 with infrequent assessments of $15.00 when payment is made to a widow. This is not an insurance program but will provide your widow with instant income when she needs it most. Contact Wor. George F. Harrington, (703) 416-7280 or the Senior Warden for an application and information.
At the stated communication in July a motion was presented to change the By-law Article II. The motion will be acted on during the stated communication of September 11, 1997. This proposal is of great importance to all members of the lodge, and I once again elicit your involvement and support in this crucial issue. The Finance Committee will continue to meet to seek solutions for the financial issues of our lodge. All Brethren are welcome to attend these meetings.
Two visiting Lodges are scheduled to use our Lodge room next month: Harmony Lodge #17 (District of Columbia) - Sept 3 - 6 p.m. and Daskam-Columbia #25 (Connecticut) - Sept 27 - 7 p.m.
Sincerely and Fraternally,
Walter L. Margeson
Worshipful Master
| Day | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Wed 09/03/1997 | 7:00 pm | Finance Committee Meeting |
| Mon 09/08/1997 | 7:00 pm | Called Communication: EA |
| Thu 09/11/1997 | 7:30 pm | Stated Communication: Program: The Symbol of the Color Blue. Speaker, Wor. John Shroeder |
| Mon 09/15/1997 | 7:30 pm | Official Visit: Potomac Lodge #5 |
| Mon 09/22/1997 | 7:00 pm | District 1A Ritual School: Kemper Lodge No. 64 |
| Thu 09/25/1997 | 7:30 pm | Stated Communication: Wardens' Night. Program: Rectofied Scottish Rite in the U. S. and Its Symbols. Speaker, Dr. S. Brent Morris. Masonic Birthdays |
UPCOMING EVENTS: Ladies Night - Alex-Wash #22 - Oct 18
TRANSPORTATION: Contact Chainnan, Bro. Terry L. Gigure (703) 360-6177 whenever you need a ride to Lodge events. He is happy to try to assist you.
BLOOD: Contact Chairman, Bro. Robert C. Tidwell (703) 250-3216 whenever you or someone you encourage gives blood or platelets. Please give so that you can help save lives.
SICK: Contact Chairman, Rt. Wor. Bro. Godfrey P. Runaldue (703) 960-1614 regarding any sick and distressed brethren.
STATED COMMUNICATIONS: Held on the second and fourth Thunday of each month except Thanksgiving; the observance of George Washington's birthday; and the Installation of Officers on Saint John's Day, December 27.
CALLED COMMUNICATIONS: the first Monday of each month will be an EA Called Communication; second Monday will be a FC Called Communication; third Monday will be a MM Called Communication. Unless otherwise noted in the Trestleboard.
LODGE RITUAL SCHOOL: Conducted every Sunday at 7:30 p.m. unless noted in the Trestleboard. All members of Alexandria-Washington Lodge and the Masonic Community are encouraged to attend. (Wor. Bro. High S. Smith, Lodge Instructor of Work)
YOUTH MEETINGS AT GWMNM: Alexandria-Washington Chapter, Order of DeMolay meets the first and third Monday at 7:00 p.m. in the North Lodge Room; Bethel No. 22, I.O.J.D. meets the first and third Sundays at 6:00 p.m. in the North Lodge Room.
CATECHISM INSTRUCTION: Sunday's and Monday's at 7:00 p.m. in the Lodge Room.