Dear Brethren and Friends:
Good Morning and good Wednesday everyone. Yes, I know it's doing that (I'm not using the 's' word) again, but it's not going to be much and it's outta here before we'll know it.
But, the one good thing, the silver lining if you will, is that Spring is just around the corner. Yes, it is. I'm already in 'Spring Reunion mode' in the Scottish Rite office, the parts have all been sent out for both of the Reunion meetings, I'm already taking March dinner reservations, the notices for the Officer's Conference, the Memorial Service and even our Family Life event at the Riversharks are posted.
And another sure sign of Spring, petitions are coming into the office! Do we have one from your Candidate yet? There's still time, but, there's something you probably didn't know that I need to inform you of.
As you most likely know by now, our dinner reservation deadline had to be changed as the Temple's caterer wants our final dinner count 10 days before the meeting. Which means by the way, if you're coming to dinner on 3/21, I have to know by 3/11. Don't miss that! Because of this change, our petition deadline which WAS always the Friday before the beginning of the Reunion had to be changed too. So, for those of you thinking, "Okay, the Reunion begins on March 21st, so I have until, March 14th to get my friend's petition in, that's cool. I still have time." No, you don't! Because of the ten day notice to the caterer, the former one week away deadline, is now changed too! The deadline for Candidates for this Class is now, March 7th! Hear that? That's the amplified TICK, TICK, TICK of time slipping way. So, if you have a Candidate or a Brother who may develop into a Candidate, get it done TODAY!
Have a great day everyone and don't worry about that stuff tumbling out of the sky, it's not an all day thing.
Current updates on all that is happening in the Valley of Philadelphia, for members, non-members, and friends
Wednesday, February 26, 2014
Tuesday, February 25, 2014
Dear Brethren and Friends:
THIRD PLACE-TIE
Lodges 59, 125, 126, 211, 400, 482, 591, 620 and 776 are log-jammed with 1 a piece.
Last Fall as we were building the Class, I used to post each day on the Valley's Facebook group page, the count of Candidates that we had.
Some Brethren have told me that my postings spurred them on to go and get a Candidate or two and overall sparked enthusiasm going into the Reunion.
So, what worked once. . ....
As of today, Tuesday, 25 February 2014, we currently have 23 Candidates.
Now, along with my postings we had a few Brethren make BOLD PREDICTIONS as to who many we would get.
Do we have any Bold Predictors this time? Lets hear them!
If you haven't gotten a Candidate, do you have someone in mind? Have you spoke with him yet? You're waiting on, what exactly?
Perhaps a little competition between the Lodges might help. Nothing gets the Brethren motivated better than defending their Lodge's honor. Here are the counts right now:
FIRST PLACE-TIE
Lodges No. 115 & 529 both have 4 candidates in the Class although a few of them in both Lodges are 'no-shows' from last time.
SECOND PLACE-TIE
Lodges No. 67 & 767 both have three candidates. I expect big numbers from Lodge No. 767, the Grand Master's Lodge and he is the honoree. Pride is at stake there.
Some Brethren have told me that my postings spurred them on to go and get a Candidate or two and overall sparked enthusiasm going into the Reunion.
So, what worked once. . ....
As of today, Tuesday, 25 February 2014, we currently have 23 Candidates.
Now, along with my postings we had a few Brethren make BOLD PREDICTIONS as to who many we would get.
Do we have any Bold Predictors this time? Lets hear them!
If you haven't gotten a Candidate, do you have someone in mind? Have you spoke with him yet? You're waiting on, what exactly?
Perhaps a little competition between the Lodges might help. Nothing gets the Brethren motivated better than defending their Lodge's honor. Here are the counts right now:
FIRST PLACE-TIE
Lodges No. 115 & 529 both have 4 candidates in the Class although a few of them in both Lodges are 'no-shows' from last time.
SECOND PLACE-TIE
Lodges No. 67 & 767 both have three candidates. I expect big numbers from Lodge No. 767, the Grand Master's Lodge and he is the honoree. Pride is at stake there.
THIRD PLACE-TIE
Lodges 59, 125, 126, 211, 400, 482, 591, 620 and 776 are log-jammed with 1 a piece.
Is your Lodge listed?
Sunday, February 23, 2014
Philadelphia Region Master Masons: If you just answered, "No" to that question, it means that you have not had the experience of taking part in the 'spiritual center of Freemasonry.'
We help resolve that situation this Spring. The 18th Degree, 'Knight of Rose Croix,' will be one of the Degrees presented during our Spring 2014 Reunion which begins on March 21st.
Our Reunion Honoree is our very own Valley of Philadelphia member and Past Most Wise Master of our 18th Degree Officer Line, or Chapter of Rose Croix, Ill. Robert J. Bateman, 33, Right Worshipful Grand Master of Masons in Pennsylvania.
He will be here during the Reunion to take part in the conferral of the 32nd Degree upon the members of the Class.
Would you like to be a part of this most special and honored Class? Give us a call at 215-563-1814. We would be glad to speak with you about Freemasonry's "most popular brand," the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite!
We help resolve that situation this Spring. The 18th Degree, 'Knight of Rose Croix,' will be one of the Degrees presented during our Spring 2014 Reunion which begins on March 21st.
Our Reunion Honoree is our very own Valley of Philadelphia member and Past Most Wise Master of our 18th Degree Officer Line, or Chapter of Rose Croix, Ill. Robert J. Bateman, 33, Right Worshipful Grand Master of Masons in Pennsylvania.
He will be here during the Reunion to take part in the conferral of the 32nd Degree upon the members of the Class.
Would you like to be a part of this most special and honored Class? Give us a call at 215-563-1814. We would be glad to speak with you about Freemasonry's "most popular brand," the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite!
Saturday, February 22, 2014
Friday, February 21, 2014
One Month To Go!
Philadelphia Region Master Masons: Our Spring Reunion begins one month from today! There is still time for you to join with us and become a 32nd Degree Mason.
Call 215-563-1814 for more information on how you can become a part of this Class.
Thursday, February 20, 2014
We're Ready. How About You?
Dear Brethren and Friends:
Philadelphia Region Master Masons: Are you ready to expand your Masonic horizon? Are you ready to achieve more? To learn more? To expand your circle of Masonic Brethren and Friends?
Well then look no further than the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite! We have 29 more Degrees that open new vistas of thought and help in your personal search for improvement. You will meet some of the finest people, and have more opportunities opened to you to serve the Fraternity. And we're family friendly too!
The Valley of Philadelphia's Spring Reunion begins on Friday, 21 March. Our Class is named in honor of our Right Worshipful Grand Master, Ill. Robert J. Bateman, 33, who is also a member of the Valley of Philadelphia. He will be here on 11 April to participate in the conferral of the 32nd Degree upon this Class.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to become a member of the Scottish Rite. Petitions are available now. Call 215-563-1814 for more information on how you can be one of our new Brothers.
Well then look no further than the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite! We have 29 more Degrees that open new vistas of thought and help in your personal search for improvement. You will meet some of the finest people, and have more opportunities opened to you to serve the Fraternity. And we're family friendly too!
The Valley of Philadelphia's Spring Reunion begins on Friday, 21 March. Our Class is named in honor of our Right Worshipful Grand Master, Ill. Robert J. Bateman, 33, who is also a member of the Valley of Philadelphia. He will be here on 11 April to participate in the conferral of the 32nd Degree upon this Class.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to become a member of the Scottish Rite. Petitions are available now. Call 215-563-1814 for more information on how you can be one of our new Brothers.
Wednesday, February 19, 2014
Two Upcoming Valley Events!
Dear Brethren and Friends:
The deadline for dinner reservations is Thursday, April 17, 2014.
All Elected and Appointed Officers who will serve the Valley during the 2014-2015 Scottish Rite year are expected to attend. Valley Committee members should plan to attend. ANY Valley member who is interested in getting more active and involved are welcome and encouraged to attend. Which means YOU can attend!
Our Annual Conference has been lauded as one of the best Valley offered training programs in the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction. It's fun and interactive. You will be engaged and never bored!
The doors open and coffee and doughnuts will be served at 7:30 AM. The Conference begins at 8:30 AM and will conclude at noon. The dress code is business casual.
This year's Conference will be held at the Masonic Temple in Jenkintown, 443 Old York Road. Please make a note of this change. We've held our Conference at the Tacony Temple for a number of years in the past.
Parking is available in the lot of the Church of Our Savior Church across the street from the Temple. Turn off of Old York Road and onto Homestead to access the parking.
To prepare for the Conference each attendee must register. You can register by email at phila.aasr@juno.com or by calling 215-563-1814.
Our Annual Conference has been lauded as one of the best Valley offered training programs in the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction. It's fun and interactive. You will be engaged and never bored!
The doors open and coffee and doughnuts will be served at 7:30 AM. The Conference begins at 8:30 AM and will conclude at noon. The dress code is business casual.
This year's Conference will be held at the Masonic Temple in Jenkintown, 443 Old York Road. Please make a note of this change. We've held our Conference at the Tacony Temple for a number of years in the past.
Parking is available in the lot of the Church of Our Savior Church across the street from the Temple. Turn off of Old York Road and onto Homestead to access the parking.
To prepare for the Conference each attendee must register. You can register by email at phila.aasr@juno.com or by calling 215-563-1814.
The Most Wise Master and the other Officers of Kilwinning Chapter of Rose Croix, 18th Degree, welcome all Valley members and their families to attend. The Service will be held at Gloria Dei (Old Swedes) Church, Columbus Blvd & Christian Street in South Philadelphia.
This ecumenical Service is held in memory of our Valley Brethren lost during the past year. Our Valley Prior, The Reverend and Ill. William D. Hartman, 33 will officiate assisted by the Officers of Kilwinning Chapter.
A complimentary dinner will follow the Service, but you MUST have a prior reservation. If you do not have a reservation we cannot and will not guarantee you and your guests a meal! Your cooperation is expected and appreciated.
Call 215-563-1814 or email phila.aasr to reserve your dinner(s).
This ecumenical Service is held in memory of our Valley Brethren lost during the past year. Our Valley Prior, The Reverend and Ill. William D. Hartman, 33 will officiate assisted by the Officers of Kilwinning Chapter.
A complimentary dinner will follow the Service, but you MUST have a prior reservation. If you do not have a reservation we cannot and will not guarantee you and your guests a meal! Your cooperation is expected and appreciated.
Call 215-563-1814 or email phila.aasr to reserve your dinner(s).
The deadline for dinner reservations is Thursday, April 17, 2014.
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