Several lodge brethren and myself attended The National Memorial Arch Dedication Ceremonies in Valley Forge, Pa. The replica of our trowel was used at the ceremony. The Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania did a superb job and should be commended for their efforts in preserving this symbol of freedom.
At our first stated communication, Wor. Paul Martin Bessel will speak on The Hiram Abif legend Our second stated communication will be Civic Recognition Night where Congressman, Hon. James P. Moran and Ms. Ethel S. Underwood will be honored and both will speak.
The 52nd Masonic Night Service will be held at the First Christian Church, 2723 King St. on Sunday, Oct. 5, at 7:30 p.m. This is an evening worship service conducted by the First Christian Church and the Masonic Community .The sermon will be given by Most Worshipful Alan Wayne Adkins, Grand Master of Masons in Virginia. Plan to attend.
Our Pennsylvania Brethren from William L. Elkins Lodge No. 646 and their ladies will join us Saturday, October 18, for the annual Ladies' Night Celebration. A hospitality suite, to welcome our guests, will be set up on Saturday, at 2 p.m. at the Radisson Plaza Hotel Mark Center on Seminary Road. Dinner will be served in the Dining Ha11 of the GWMNM with entertainment to follow. This is an excellent opportunity to have a delightful evening with your lady and show your appreciation for her support. Tickets may be purchased from a station officer of the Lodge.
At the stated communication in July a motion was presented to change the By-law Article II. The motion was voted on and passed during the stated communication of September 11, 1997. I thank you for 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.
One visiting Lodge is scheduled to use our Lodge room next month: Monitor Lodge No.197 (Virginia) - Oct. 4 - 11 a.m.
Sincerely and Fraternally,
Walter L. Margeson
Worshipful Master
| Day | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Sun 10/05/1997 | 7:30 pm | Masonic Night Services: 2723 King St. |
| Mon 10/06/1997 | 7:00 pm | Called Communication: EA |
| Thu 10/09/1997 | 7:30 pm | Stated Communication: Program: The Hiram Abif legend. Speaker, Wor. Paul Martin Bissel. Masonic Birthdays |
| Mon 10/13/1997 | 7:00 pm 8:30 pm |
Trustee Committee Meeting Finance Committee Meeting |
| Sat 10/18/1997 | 6:30 pm | Ladies' Night Celebration: (Tickets Required) - GWMNM |
| Mon 10/20/1997 | 7:00 pm | Called Communication: FC |
| Tue 10/21/1997 | 7:00 pm | Archives Committee Meeting |
| Thu 10/23/1997 | 7:30 pm | Stated Communication: Civic Recognition Night |
| Mon 10/27/1997 | 7:00 pm | District 1A Ritual School: Henry Knox Field Lodge No. 349 |
UPCOMING EVENTS: Grand Lodge Annual Communication - 9-11 Nov.
Special Ladies Reception - 2 Nov.
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.