March 2015 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

March 2015

Inside

Master’s Message

The recent lodge meeting was well attended, featuring an engaging program by the DDGM and updates on members’ progress. Business matters will focus on unpaid dues, with a scheduled program for March 4th. A breakfast event is set for March 28th. The Worshipful Master expressed gratitude for members’ support and urged greater participation.

Royal Arch Chapter

The chapter had a busy February, continuing momentum into March with visits, conferring degrees, and hosting a school of instruction. Upcoming events include degree conferrals and a stated convocation. Members are urged to attend meetings and support charity efforts. Ex. Glenn Edward MayesHigh PriestHiram RAC No. 45 emphasizes the importance of education and charitable contributions.

The Lesson Taught by the Three Great Lights

The article discusses the significance of the three chief symbols of the ancient Fraternity Masons: the Bible, Square, and Compass. It emphasizes the moral law, individual autonomy, and the unity of humanity. The text also touches on religious tolerance and the nobility of Masonry’s teachings, promoting universal benevolence and brotherly love.

Living PDDGM

The content lists the Living Past District Deputy Grand Masters from 1985 to the present, including names such as Ward Easton Myers, Jr., Arthur Alvin Heiserman, and other notable individuals.

Living Past Masters

The post outlines the past masters of Unity Lodge No. 146, spanning from 1963 to 2014, including notable figures such as William Newton Wood, Harry Wesley Hammack Jr., and Kevin Joseph Davidson. The list showcases the succession of leadership within the lodge over the years, highlighting the contributions of various individuals.

2015 Officers

The 2015 Officers of Unity Masonic Lodge No. 146 include Worshipful Master Harry (Wes) Hammack, Jr., Senior Warden Joseph (Jeph) Embree, Junior Warden Webster (Wes) Theodore Camron, Treasurer Stephen Craig Wheeler, Secretary Kevin Paul Walek, and other appointed members for various roles.

Pyramid Snowman

A pyramid-shaped snowman with one eye claims to a regular snowman, “I was built by a Freemason!” in a cartoon drawing.

Genie

The Worshipful Master found a Genie who granted a wish. The Master first wished for a bridge to Hawaii, but the Genie couldn’t grant it. The Master then wished for peace at the next meeting, and the Genie humorously asked about the bridge’s lanes.

Masonic Birthdays

Masonic Birthdays in March: Allen W. Derflinger (March 2, 1968), Robert Neville Patton (March 9, 2005), Billy Lane Chapman (March 19, 1980), Arthur Alvin Hiserman (March 23, 1977), Edward W. Hughes (March 23, 1966), David Joe Melton (March 29, 2000), John Haywood Thomas, III (March 24, 1976).