February 2013 Trestle Board

Front Entrance to the Unity No. 146 Masonic Lodge in Front Royal, Virginia.

Trestle Board

Unity No. 146 Masonic Lodge
Chartered December 13, 1870 by the Grand Lodge of Virginia
www.Unity146.org

Inside

Master’s Message

Worshipful Master Dennis Mark Haas underscores Masonic ideals in Unity Lodge No. 146 A.F.&A.M., urging brethren to meet on The Level, act by The Plum, and part upon The Square. The message emphasizes equality, virtue, and mutual respect on life’s journey.

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Events

Unity Lodge’s upcoming events include a Lodge Dinner on February 6, an Office Visit of DDGM, a Breakfast on February 23, the Official Visit of the Grand Master to District 3 on April 2, a Table Lodge on April 13, and a Blood Drive on April 24.

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A Revolutionary Suggestion

In “A Revolutionary Suggestion,” D. McN. Lowe advocates a return to the instructive practices of ancient Operative Lodges, where officers were skilled craftsmen. He criticizes the modern promotion of Masons solely versed in ritual repetition, proposing a revival of educational prerequisites for leadership roles, fostering a deeper understanding of Masonic principles and symbolism.

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Message from the Order of the Eastern Star

In the February Star Light News, the Worthy Matron, shares updates from the Order of the Eastern Star. The newsletter pays tribute to Sister Freda Downey, emphasizes members’ dedication during winter, and announces upcoming events, including a memorial, school of instruction, and officer installation. OES extends warm wishes and invites members to a dinner.

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Grand Master’s Visit

Tickets are available for the Grand Master’s official visit on April 2 and the Table Lodge on April 13 at 4:00 PM. Contact details are available to call or email the WM to reserve tickets for both events.

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Stated Agenda

The agenda includes a dinner at 6:30 pm, followed by the opening of the lodge at 7:30 pm. Activities include introductions, a Masonic Cable Tow talk, Freemasonry video presentation, Brother Senior Warden’s biography, reading from the Book of Constitutions, administrative matters, and a featured speaker, District Deputy Grand Master. The lodge closes at 9:30 pm.

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Royal Arch Chapter Update

The Royal Arch Chapter’s January meeting featured members from four district chapters conferring degrees on four candidates. The next meeting on Feb. 15th will involve voting on Grand Chapter-initiated By-Laws changes. Companions are encouraged to attend and support the chapter’s camaraderie. H. Wes Hammack serves as High Priest.

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Masonic Birthdays

This list provides Masonic birthdays for members noting initiation dates. It also mentions Living Past Masters from 1963 to 2012 and Living Past District Deputy Grand Masters (PDDGM) from 1985 to 2007, highlighting their contributions to the Masonic fraternity.

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2013 Officers

The 2013 officers of Unity Lodge No. 146 include Worshipful Master Dennis Mark Haas, Senior Warden Melton Jewell Roland Jr., Junior Warden Harry Wesley Hammack Jr., Treasurer Stephen Craig Wheeler, Secretary Charles Randal Seaford, and various other positions ensuring the smooth functioning of the lodge.

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Unity Lodge No. 146 A.F.&A.M.
Post Office Box 1855
Front Royal, Virginia 22630