Niagara Orleans District F & AM
September/October 2015 Newsletter District Deputy Grand Master RW Robert L. Donovan (585) 317-7041)
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The Official Visits are fast approaching. The Grand Master’s Theme is still “T.E.A.M.” There are several other ideas which I will bring to your attention. The format will be similar to last year. If a Lodge has scheduled a dinner, please contact the Lodge to let them know you are coming, AHEAD OF TIME!!!! Notice in the table that follows I have put in a contact person and phone number. They need time to buy the food and prepare it. The Official Visits are as follows:
Day
Date
Lodge
Monday
14-Sept.
Social 713
6:30 pm 7:30 pm Pot Luck
Tuesday
15— Sept.
Renovation 97
6:30 pm 7:30 pm
Wednesday 16— Sept.
Medina 336
Tuesday
Somerset 639
6:30 pm 7:30 pm By the 13th No 7:30 pm Dinner
22— Sept.
Dinner
Meeting
Wednesday 23— Sept. Thursday 01— Oct.
Cataract 295
Tuesday
Gasport 787
6:30 pm 7:30 pm
Charlotteville 73
No Dinner
06— Oct.
Wednesday 07— Oct.
No 7:30 pm Dinner Red Jacket 646 6:00 pm 7:00 pm
7:30 pm
Dinner Reservations JW A. Dale Rowley 585-964-8676 JW Gary Cooper 585-330-0369 WM Alan Kozody 585-798-4184 JW Kevin Luckman, Jr. 716-622-5224
JW Michael Glynn 716-433-9146 JW Nicholas Groff 716-946-1550
Grand Sword Bearer
RW Floyd E. Koerner, Jr. (716) 417-0521
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Masonic Discussions: There are three great prohibitions in all Masonic discussions: All sectarian discussion, all argument or pro or con as to the merits of politics, or any given religion or theological creed, of racial questions, of private business, or any other non-Masonic subject by which men are divided into classes, feuds, schisms, or are opposed on sectarian issues, is at all times forbidden. It is strictly forbidden to discuss a petitioner, (other than to read his petition and indicate whether the report of the Investigating Committee is favorable or unfavorable), and for a Mason to reveal how he has voted, or in any way to seek to persuade members to vote one way or another. All offensive personal remarks, all expression of bitterness or ill will, acrimoniousness, and all or any slurs upon the Lodge or to it's officers, and the Fraternity itself, and all flippant, unseemly, or to it's officers, are condemned alike by the principles of common courtesy and etiquette and by the disciplinary laws of the Craft. A brother wishing to participate in a discussion in open Lodge should always rise, come to the Sign of Fidelity and when recognized by the Worshipful Master and with his permission, thank him for his recognition, and then speak on the subject at issue in the fewest possible words. The privilege of the floor should not be used as an opportunity to deliver a speech merely for its own sake. Remember, it's the little things that can create disharmony in our Lodges and within the Craft.
Grand Chaplain
RW Benson A. Benton, Sr. (203) 626-8551
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A KEY TO WORLD PEACE “And to not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with which you were marked with a seal for the day of redemption. Let be put away (passive voice) from you all bitterness and wrath and anger and wrangling and slander, together with all malice, and be created kind (useful) (passive voice) to
one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ (the anointed one) has forgiven you.” (Ephesians 4:30-32). Historically, the goal of universal peace has long been sought but never fully obtained. Some of the precepts found in religious literature which would give us a better quality of life have not been adequately practiced by the human family. If we practiced them we could have a world of peace.
Change of Address: Rev. Benson A. Benton, Sr. Central #311 22 Masonic Avenue Wallingford, CT 06492 A.G.L.’s Ritual Director and Assistant Grand Lecturers Corner
Masters & Wardens 2nd Friday of each month @ Hartland Masonic Hall 6:30 pm dinner 7:00 pm meeting W Kevin Jester, President (716) 417-9245
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The new officers are as follows: President: Vice President: Secretary: Treasurer:
W Kevin Jester W Paul Colley, III W William Wyles RW Kevin Luckman
The meeting sites will be spread around the district and a different Lodge will host it each time. The next meeting will be on Tuesday, October 13th. Niagara River Lodge No. 785 will be hosting the dinner and meeting at their Lodge. Dinner will be at 6:30 pm following a 7:00 pm meeting.
Masonic Discovery Group Charlotteville Lodge No. 73 2757 Main Street Newfane, NY 14108 2nd Thursday of each month @ 7:00 pm
RW Kevin King (716) 998-6589
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October 8TH WE HAVE RESCHEDULED MARK ROBSON TO HELP US IN OUR EXPLORATION OF MACKEY AND PIKE.
Charlotteville Lodge No. 73 2757 Main Street Newfane, NY 14108 Meetings: 1st & 3rd Wednesdays @ 7:30 pm
RW Kevin King Worshipful Master (716) 998-6589
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September 16 REGULAR MEETING September 19TH MSID @ CELTIC FEST- VOLUNTEER FOR A COUPLE HOURS AND GET IN FREE!!! CONTACT RW KING @ 716-998-6589 TO RESERVE A TIME. October 7TH IS OUR OFFICIAL VISIT FROM DDGM No dinner, refreshments/reception to follow October 21ST $5 DINNER W/PROGRAM FROM RW MICHAEL CLAYTON AND RW TOM PECORARO. NOT TO BE MISSED!!!!! RSVP TO RE KING. This year we are trying something different for our second monthly meeting-$5 dinner and a guest speaker. No opening Lodge and casual dress (slacks and polo). Come join us for some fun and fellowship/
Renovation Lodge No. 97 39 Platt Street Albion, NY 14411 Meetings: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays @ 7:30 p.m.
W Paul Henry, Jr. Worshipful Master (716) 860-7391
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Niagara LaSalle Lodge No. 132 9605 Colvin Boulevard Niagara Falls, NY 14304 Meetings: 1st & 3rd Wednesdays @ 7:30 p.m.
W Anthony Orefice Worshipful Master (716) 345-2476
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Brethren, I hope everyone had a great summer. I know mine sure was busy. Which is why this trestle board is coming so late. As the summer unfortunately is winding down the new lodge year will be beginning. There are a few issues I would like to address for the lodge and also some goals I would like to accomplish. Brother Tim Heary has been in contact with our Canadian Sister lodge in Hamilton which I plan on going with a group of brothers. Once we set dates any brother who would like to join is more than welcome. The family picnic went well this year hosted by our Junior Warden, brother Phillip Weld, and the Fellowcraft club holding a poker tournament. Brothers, our lodge is growing and if you haven't been in awhile I urge you to please attend. Meet some of the newer brothers and also see some of the older familiar faces, as well as some of the changes that have occurred downstairs. If any brother has an issue or concern please don't hesitate to contact me. Sept 2 - Welcome Back, Regular Communication. Casual Dress 7:30 pm Sept 9 - Brother bring a friend night. Open, Casual Dress 7:00 pm Sept 12 - Deacon School. Will be held at our lodge this year 9:00 am. Any Master Mason can attend not just Deacons. Sept 16 - Regular Communication. Jacket and tie 7:30 pm Oct 1 - Dice Run Sponsor appreciation night, Open, Check Presentation, Business Casual 7:00 pm Oct 7 - English night at the lodge. Jacket and tie 7:30 pm Oct 21 - DDGM Official Visit, Officers Tuxedo, brethren Jacket and tie 7:30pm Oct 29 - Grand Lecturers Convention at Niagara River 785, also award presentations. Dinner 6:30 pm Program 7:30 pm, Dinner reservations contact W. Kevin Jester 417-9245., Jacket and tie
Cataract Lodge No. 295 20 Main Street Middleport, NY 14105 Meetings: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays @ 7:30 p.m.
W Matthew Flammger Worshipful Master (585) 260-8911
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Welcome back from summer break everybody! Here we are in September, and we already had a very nice Brother Bring a Friend Night. Everything went very well, and I personally want to thank everybody for their contributions, and helping to put on a very good program for our guests. The dinner was excellent, as well as the program itself. Thank you everybody!!!!! Our first official communication for the year, will be the District Deputy Grand Master’s Official Visit. That being said we are going to be having some practices for what there we can expect, and so that all of our new Officers can get comfortable with their parts before that time. Those practices are currently scheduled for the next 2 Mondays. Start time will be 7PM promptly. We also had an officers meeting on August 24th, and we discussed, among other things, some ideas for raising money for the lodge, and we had gotten a few really good ideas. So I will be scheduling another officer's meeting to explore these ideas further, and talk about any other ideas, brothers might have for raising money for the lodge. This meeting will be open to any member of Cataract Lodge, but I just want ideas, not negativity. We will have that meeting on September 30th, which is the 5th Wednesday of the month. Lots of things are happening, and we need the support of every brother to keep us going! Wednesday September 23rd - DDGM Official Visit Lodge opens at 7:30. Formal attire. Refreshments will be served following the meeting. Wednesday September 30th - Officer’s Meeting 7PM at the Lodge Hall. Talk about ideas for raising money Wednesday October 14th - Presentation by Jolene Flammger There will be a presentation by Jolene Flammger, about her trip to Jamaica. Dinner at 6:30, lodge will open at 7:30, little bit of business, and then the presentation will begin at 8:00. Lodge will be open to public for presentation.
Saturday October 17th - Program about the Northstar Project There will be a program about the Northstar Project at Medina Lodge. I will be attending, along with several others from our lodge. If you are interested, please let me know so that I can get the names to V.W. Peter Stein. Saturday October 24th - Annual Halloween Party Contact Jim Anderson for Details or at
[email protected] Wednesday October 28th - Fellowcraft Degree Formal Attire. Refreshments will be served afterwards.
Medina Lodge No. 336 PO BOX 49 229 West Center St. Medina, NY 14103
Meetings: 3rd Wednesdays @ 7:30 p.m.
W Alan Kozody Worshipful Master (585) 798-4184
The D.D.G.M.’s Official Visit will be held on Wednesday, September 16th. There will be a dinner at 6:30 pm (reservations required by Sunday the 13th. (WM Kozody: 585-798-4184)
Niagara Lodge No. 375 1 Cottage Street Lockport, NY 14094
Meetings: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays @ 7:30 p.m.
W William Wyles Worshipful Master (716) 866-2733
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Table Lodge: October 14th 6:30 pm Contact JW Cory Lewis for details (716) 200-9690 Niagara Lodge #375 will be holding a third degree on Saturday October 24th, 2015 at 10:00am. There will be a submarine sandwich luncheon for $5.00. We will also be having a Pasta Dinner, the night of our Official Visit, October 28th, 2015 at 6:00pm. The cost is $7.00. Please RSVP for one or both to William Wyles (716)866-2733
[email protected] or Cory Lewis
[email protected] by October 24th, 2015. Thank you.
Ransomville Lodge No. 551 2553 Main Street Ransomville, NY 14131 Meetings: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays @ 7:30 p.m.
W Jeffrey Rose Worshipful Master (716) 478-5927
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Somerset Lodge No. 639 9201 Ridge Road Middleport, NY 14105 Meeting: 4th.Tuesday @ 7:30 p.m.
RW Kevin Luckman, Sr. Worshipful Master (716) 550-2795
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Red Jacket Lodge No. 646 1 Cottage Street Lockport, NY 14094 Meetings: 1st & 3rd Thursdays @ 7:00 p.m. W Paul Colley III Worshipful Master (716) 417-3178
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Brethren: Greetings, I hope everyone has had a wonderful and restful summer. It looks like we are going to start the new season at full speed. We have received a few petitions and will likely be doing the 1st degree in October. To prepare for this, Officers, please begin learning and polishing your degree work. Speaking of degrees, a number of Brothers signed up for parts in the 3rd degree drama section for the Tuscan visit on October 3rd. Please remember to practice these parts, as well. In case anyone has
forgotten which part they selected, I have included the list. We are still in need of craftsmen, including the 3rd craftsmen. I am planning to schedule at least two rehearsals before the event. I look forward to seeing everyone again soon! Calendar: September 3rd Officer’s Meeting at 5:30 6:30 Rehearsal for Lodge Opening and Closing Dress Casual September 17th 1st Lodge Meeting of the Season Lodge Opens at 7:00 PM Dress: Sportcoats and ties October 1st Official Visit from the DDGM 6:00 Dinner – Contact the WM by September 29th if you are
attending dinner. 7:00 Regular Meeting Dress Officer Tuxedo October 3rd Tuscan Visitation 3:00 PM Lodge Hall Meet and Greet 3:30 Third Degree Drama Dinner to Follow Contact WMColley by October 1st if you are attending 716-434-9432 or
[email protected] Dress Coat and Tie
Social Lodge No. 713 1979 Kendall Road Kendall, NY 14476 Meetings: 2nd & 4th Mondays @ 7:30 p.m.
W David Maslyn Worshipful Master (585) 319-2039
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Niagara River Lodge No. 785 PO BOX 128 1001 South Street Niagara Falls, NY 14305 Meetings: 2nd & 4th Mondays @ 7:30 p.m.
W Kevin Jester Worshipful Master (716) 417-9245
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September 2015 10th First Degree Practice 6:30 11th thru 13th MSID at The Peach Festival 11th Masters and Wardens at Hartland Masonic Hall 6:00 12th-Deacon School at Niagara LaSalle 132 9:00am 14th Regular Communication, Lodge 7:30, we will Have visitors from Oakville this evening and ballot ona candidate. 21st Officers’ 6:30, BOD 7:00, EA Practice 7:00 26th and 27th MSID at the Power Vista 10-4
28th Regular Communication, Dinner@ 6:31 Lodge Opens 7:30, The First Degree of Masonry October 2015 3rd MSID the Power Vista 10-4 5th Fellowcraft Night 7:00 12th Regular Communication, Dinner 6:31, Lodge opens 7:30, DDGM Official Visit 18th MSID the Community Mission 19th Officers Meeting 6:30, Board of Directors 7:00 24th Table Lodge 6:31 26th Regular Communication 7:30 Guest Speaker 29th Dinner 6:31, Grand Lecturer’s Convention Opens 7:30
Gasport Lodge No. 787 9201 Ridge Road Middleport, NY 14105 Meetings: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays @ 7:30 p.m.
W David Patton Worshipful Master (716) 544-5785
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Gasport Lodge will have it's first regular communication of 2015-2016 on Sept 15th. Besides welcoming back the brothers we will set some goals and expectations for the coming year. Everyone visiting the Lodge in Johnson Creek will notice we have a new front door. Installed by our brother Andy Eberhart. A big thank you for an excellent job well done. (He also installed a new back door).
Our first meeting in October is our Official Visit by the DDGM, dinner at 6:30, lodge opens at 7:30. Our second meeting on the 20th will be our annual visitation of our Canadian brothers from Niagara #2. They will be visiting our lodge, 77th anniversary. Social time will be at 6 pm, dinner at 6:30, lodge opens at 7:30 W.:Dave
Sutherland Lodge No. 826 1400 Ruie Road North Tonawanda, NY 14120 Meetings: 2nd & 4th Mondays @ 7:30 p.m.
W James Campbell, Jr. Worshipful Master (716) 930-7608
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Events: Monday, September 14th: First communication of the year Lodge opens at 7:30 pm with a rehearsal for opening and closing. Monday, September 28th: Regular Communication @ 7:30 pm Monday, October 12th: EA Degree if the Lodge has a candidate. Saturday, October 24th: Canadian Visit: more details to follow Monday, October 26th: D.D.G.M. Official Visit 6:30 pm dinner 7:30 pm Mtg.