I would personally like to thank Brother Joshua Harrison Wise for having initiated, planned and executed the Amateur Radio Field Day on the weekend of June 28. A lot of hard work went into its development. Although we didn't get as many people as we had expected, it was very well received by those who participated. Between the Lodge picnic that kicked it off and the bank of various styles of radios, it was a fun time for everyone involved. A big "thank you" to the brethren that came out to help with the set up and clean up that made it that much more successful. We could not have done it without you!
We start the month off in Fredericksburg, VA, where we will hold a Joint Called Communication with Fredericksburg Lodge No. 4 for the purpose of conferring a dual Master Mason Degree. This is in commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of the Raising of our Illustrious Brother George Washington to the Sublime Degree of Master Mason on August 4, 1753. A Fellowcraft from our Lodge has been chosen for this degree. He has already successfully performed his catechism return, in anticipation of his Raising with another Fellowcraft from Fredericksburg No. 4. We will call off between the First Section and the two Second Sections for lunch. This is a very special once-in-a-lifetime event that cannot be missed!
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95 South to Route 17 South (Falmouth Exit), turn right onto Route 1 South, go to first traffic light (crossing over Falmouth Bridge) and turn left onto Princess Anne Street. Proceed to 803 Princess Anne Street. |
At our first Stated Communication, we will have our own Chaplain and Past Master, Worshipful Frank Rosser Dunaway, Jr., make a presentation on our Lodge's home, the George Washington Masonic National Memorial. He plans on discussing its history, what has been accomplished in its many years of operation, and what is planned for the future.
Our second Stated Communication will be this year's "Bring a Friend" night. I encourage all brethren with friends interested in joining the Masonic family to invite them to Lodge to see what we're all about. Our District Education Officer, Worshipful Sean O'Neill, will be the speaker for that evening. The DEO of District 1B, Jim Connal, will be the alternate, depending on W.B. O'Neill's availability.
August is also the occasion of two time-honored traditions:
Sincerely and fraternally,
James M. Stevenson
Worshipful Master
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| Sat 08/02/2003 | 11:00 am 12:00 pm 1:00 pm 2:00 pm 3:00 pm 4:00 pm 5:00 pm |
JOINT CALLED COMMUNICATION: With Fredericksburg Lodge No. 4, Fredericksburg, Virginia Commemorating the 250th Anniversary of the Raising of Illustrious Brother George Washington To the Sublime Degree of Master Mason Call Off from Labor to Refreshment - Lunch Call Back On - Conferral of second-section of Fredericksburg Candidate Officer Switch - Conferral of second-section of Alex-Wash Candidate Lecture, Charge and Presentations Closing by Alexandria-Washington Lodge No. 22 Visit to the Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center |
| Sun 08/03/2003 THROUGH Wed 08/06/2003 |
REID JAMES SIMMONS RITUAL SCHOOL: Fork Union Military Academy |
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| Mon 08/11/2003 | 7:00 pm | CALLED COMMUNICATION: Entered Apprentice Degree |
| Thu 08/14/2003 | 7:30 pm | STATED COMMUNICATION: Dinner to follow The George Washington Masonic National Memorial |
| Sat 08/16/2003 | 5:00 pm | SCOTTISH RITE BLUE LODGE VISITATION PROGRAM: Alexandria Valley Scottish Rite Temple |
| Tue 08/19/2003 | 7:00 pm | TRUSTEES MEETING: Lodge Anteroom, GWMNM |
| Thu 08/28/2003 | 7:30 pm | STATED COMMUNICATION: Bring a Friend Night District Education Officer Masonic Birthdays |
STATED COMMUNICATIONS - The Stated Communications of this Lodge shall be held at the George Washington Masonic National Memorial (GWMNM), Alexandria, Virginia on the second and fourth Thursday of each month except the fourth Thursdays of November and December and for the additional Stated Communications for the observance of George Washington's birthday and December 27th for the installation of officers on Saint John the Evangelist Day.
CALLED COMMUNICATIONS - Usually on Mondays as announced herein.
LODGE RITUAL SCHOOL - Will always occur the Sunday before a Monday Called Communication Degree at 7:00 PM, unless otherwise stated. Additional ritual schools will be announced herein when necessary.
YOUTH MEETINGS AT GWMNM - Alexandria-Washington Chapter, International Order of DeMolay, meets the first and third Sundays at 2 pm in the North Lodge Room. Bethel No. 22, International Order Jobs Daughters, meets the first and third Sundays at 6 pm in the North Lodge Room.