Feature Events:
Annual Mt Newton Hall Christmas Dinner/Supper!
The event that everyone waits-for! Join your Brothers and Sisters in a celebratory Christmas feast Saturday, December 8th, 2018. Meet and Greet starts at 5:30 PM, entertainment at 6:00 PM and supper at 6:30 PM. Tickets are $50/person. Please click-on the turkey picture (right) for online ticket purchases. There are 80 seats available, so be sure to get your tickets early! Ticket sales end December 3rd (or earlier when all tickets are sold.
We want everyone to be able to enjoy this festive event! For those who are unable to navigate the online process, or don't have access to a debit or credit card, please contact Brother Secretary, secretary@unitedpeninsula.ca
The event that everyone waits-for! Join your Brothers and Sisters in a celebratory Christmas feast Saturday, December 8th, 2018. Meet and Greet starts at 5:30 PM, entertainment at 6:00 PM and supper at 6:30 PM. Tickets are $50/person. Please click-on the turkey picture (right) for online ticket purchases. There are 80 seats available, so be sure to get your tickets early! Ticket sales end December 3rd (or earlier when all tickets are sold.
We want everyone to be able to enjoy this festive event! For those who are unable to navigate the online process, or don't have access to a debit or credit card, please contact Brother Secretary, secretary@unitedpeninsula.ca
Ashlar College Second Annual Writing Contest
The Topic: “What in your opinion is the True Nature of Freemasonry?”
The Rules: Submit a 1,200 to 1,500 word (no more) essay of original thought, in double spaced, 12 point type. Include your name, lodge name and number with the title on the front cover of the essay. If using quotations, identify your sources in the format <author> <date of resource> <title> <publication house>
The Dates: Essays will be received from November 1st until December 31st, 2018
Winners will be announced February 1st, 2019
The Prizes: Quality masonic books will be awarded to the first, second and third place papers. All entries will be eligible for a discount of $50 on the registration fees for the Ashlar College Educational Program.
Good Luck! Email your entries to Chris Foxon, Dean of the College, at cfoxon@shaw.ca Ashlar College of Freemasonry, Grand Lodge of British Columbia and Yukon
For more information on ASHLAR COLLEGE, please click-on the logo (upper right of this article).
The Topic: “What in your opinion is the True Nature of Freemasonry?”
The Rules: Submit a 1,200 to 1,500 word (no more) essay of original thought, in double spaced, 12 point type. Include your name, lodge name and number with the title on the front cover of the essay. If using quotations, identify your sources in the format <author> <date of resource> <title> <publication house>
The Dates: Essays will be received from November 1st until December 31st, 2018
Winners will be announced February 1st, 2019
The Prizes: Quality masonic books will be awarded to the first, second and third place papers. All entries will be eligible for a discount of $50 on the registration fees for the Ashlar College Educational Program.
Good Luck! Email your entries to Chris Foxon, Dean of the College, at cfoxon@shaw.ca Ashlar College of Freemasonry, Grand Lodge of British Columbia and Yukon
For more information on ASHLAR COLLEGE, please click-on the logo (upper right of this article).
Our Regular Weekly Update for Masonic Events and News:
Just a reminder for the week of November 18th, 2018 ..
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This is still in the planning stages but this is what we are looking at, at the moment.
If your Lodge has a ‘public event’ you would like to share information about, please let me know. I will update the list as I receive information.
The Grandmaster’s itinerary is posted at http://freemasonry.bcy.ca/grandlodge/gmsched2018-2019.pdf
Upcoming Installations & Official Visits in District 1 & 21- details [time, BOIM, Social] will be posted as the dates approach
Community Engagement rather than Community Relations..
I’ve set up this section to keep you posted of some events which are outside of our ‘usual’ or ‘normal’ meeting nights which may be of interest to others in our community. As we get closer to some of these events I will move them from this section to the active section above.
Masonic Service Guild – There are many Freemasons who move to Victoria from other parts of the Country and other parts of the World. Some do not affiliate with a local Lodge and may maintain their association with their Mother Lodge. For the widows of the ‘sojourning’ Mason – the Masonic Service Guild provides an opportunity for them to be included in social events sponsored by the Guild. The Secretary Treasurer of the Guild is RWB Michael Denton, who can be contacted at mdenton@shaw.ca or Home Phone: 250-652-0404 Cell Phone: 250-508-0894. If you know of a widow of a sojourning Brother please contact Michael and he can formalize the connection.
Concordant Bodies – if you are interested:
Scottish Rite – contact scottishritevictoria@gmail.com for application and further information.
Some other events/items which may be of interest…
Ashlar College of Freemasonry – now has a web site www.ashlarcollege.ca The website offers both to students already registered with the college, as well as brethren curious in becoming members of the college, - an opportunity to register. The website contains all the coursework as well as soon to have the ability to pay on line [Pay Pal or a Credit Card].
Victoria Lodge of Education and Research [VLER]– As we have seen changes in our individual Lodges related to declining membership the VLER is facing similar challenges. In addition to interesting and informative presentations; the VLER offers an opportunity for any Master Mason to present a paper exploring something of interest to them personally and then open the discussion afterwards to further explore their interest. Please contact VWB Ron Cawthra at ron.cawthra@telus.net if you are interested in paying them a visit.
Grand Lodge 2021 in Victoria – the planning team is laying the foundation for a successful Grand Lodge in Victoria in June of 2021. We are looking for people who are willing to help at different organization levels- Chairman of a Committee, a team lead or perhaps as a host to our visitors. The year 2021 represents the 150th Anniversary of the Grand Lodge of British Columbia and the 150th year British Columbia entered Confederation. The history of the Province of British Columbia, the development of Victoria as a centre of Commerce during the early days of the Gold Rush and the establishment of Freemasonry in British Columbia is clearly entwined. Please contact the Chairman of Volunteers Committee WB Len Walsh at 250-216-3411 or lenwalsh@telus.net
Master & Warden’s website - Another web site to have a look at is http://www.freemasonryinvictoria.com/ provided by the Master & Warden’s association. Typically, at the Master & Warden’s meeting a roundtable discussion takes place of events and activities coming up. Some of these may not be communicated until they appear in the individual Lodge bulletin and as such may not appear on my Monday morning email blast.
EBee – Grand Lodge Electronic Bulletin/Newsletter - The current issue of EBee is available on line at http://anyflip.com/xrkv/evxi/
Sincerely & Fraternally
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- Monday– 9:00AM - Mount Newton Lodge Hall – Monday morning coffee club
- Tuesday - 9:00AM – 650 Fisgard Street – Tuesday morning coffee club
- Wednesday – 10:00AM – Cordova Bay Golf Club – Haida members– but all are welcomed
- Thursday – 9:00AM – 650 Fisgard Street – Thursday morning coffee club
- Movember…
It is that time of year again… many of our members are participating in the Movember campaign.
The Movember Foundation is the leading global organization committed to changing the face of men's health. WB Ted Fitch is participating this year and is open to donations made in support of his campaign at https://mobro.co/13851660
If you are part of this campaign and would like your donation URL included in future weekly email blasts, send an email to secretary@unitedpeninsula.ca - Masters & Wardens meeting…
The Masters & Wardens met on Saturday morning November 10th. The Chairman [RWB Kip Wilson] usually sends an email summarizing the discussion points. The next M&W meeting will be on Saturday March 2nd, 9:00AM at the Goldstream Masonic Hall.
A couple of items of note:- A discussion on the establishment of a District to be known as South Vancouver Island District No. 1 to include Lodges currently in Victoria District No. 1 and Victoria District No. 21. It was agreed we as representatives of our Lodges would work hard to ensure the new District is successful and we will work cooperatively in a spirit of harmony.
- We talked about Lodge Charity presentations and the visit by the Grand Master MWB Barry Burch in March. The fine folks at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church have agreed to make their building available for the concert. The initial details are below and will be forthcoming as we move forward on this initiative. Of course as we get closer to the date, we will need help with ushers, hosts & hostesses. There will be an opportunity for the Lodges in District 1 & 21 to be recognized for their work in the community.
- A discussion on the establishment of a District to be known as South Vancouver Island District No. 1 to include Lodges currently in Victoria District No. 1 and Victoria District No. 21. It was agreed we as representatives of our Lodges would work hard to ensure the new District is successful and we will work cooperatively in a spirit of harmony.
- Grand Master’s Official Visit:
This is still in the planning stages but this is what we are looking at, at the moment.
- Saturday Things appear to be coming together for the visit by our Grand Master in March 2019. Saturday morning March 16th there may be an opportunity to visit shut-ins to present long-service awards. Lunch with the Masters & Wardens followed by an Official Visit to the Lodge Room at 650 Fisgard Street would close the afternoon. Pearson College is presenting their annual “One World” performance on the Saturday evening. Tickets are still available on the Pearson College web site. In recent years both performances in the afternoon and then evening are sold out.
- Sunday – everyone is invited to a no-host Brunch. This is open to Freemasons and family members. As a no-host event, everyone would be expected to pick up their own costs. The afternoon program [2:00PM] is a very exciting event. The Naden Band has been invited to present a Concert at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in downtown Victoria. The acoustics in the Sanctuary are second to none and will further enhance the performance. There will be an opportunity for Lodges to be publicly recognized with their gifts of Charity during the intermission. Entrance to the performance will be by donation and all monies received that afternoon will be donated to a Charity in recognition of those who have suffered due to their service in our Armed Forces.
Please note: this is still at the preliminary planning stages and is dependent on a number of factors.
- Things to pay attention to this week:
- Tuesday November 20th – 7:00 PM – 650 Fisgard Street – Victoria Lodge of Education & Research – presenter is Brother Roger Bryant – The title of his paper will be King Solomon: From the Ancient to the Present Day. It is also the OV of DDGM No. 1 and Election & Installation of Officers.
- Wednesday November 21st 7:30PM 650 Fisgard Street – Vancouver & Quadra Lodge – Election of Officers – conferring of the Fellowcraft Degree. Festive Board after the meeting.
- Thursday November 22nd 2018 – 7:00PM Goldstream Lodge Hall – Goldstream Lodge No. 161 – emergent communication– As has become the custom at Goldstream –5:30PM for Cocktails, 6:00PM Dinner Lodge tyles at 7:00PM followed by the Officers opening & closing in ‘long form’. The Fellowcraft degree will be conferred.
- Thursday November 22nd 2018 7:30PM- 650 Fisgard Street – Aurora Lodge – Official Visit by DDGM RWB Michael Cockerell – no suite. At the October meeting members of Aurora Lodge voted to hand in the Charter of the Lodge. This meeting will be the next step in this process. This is an opportunity to say “au revoir” – until we meet again. It would be nice to see a large turnout for this meeting.
- Tuesday November 20th – 7:00 PM – 650 Fisgard Street – Victoria Lodge of Education & Research – presenter is Brother Roger Bryant – The title of his paper will be King Solomon: From the Ancient to the Present Day. It is also the OV of DDGM No. 1 and Election & Installation of Officers.
- And then the week following and a bit beyond…
- Monday November 26th – 7:00 PM – 650 Fisgard Street – Henderson Lodge - Installation of Officers – no Board of Installed Masters. Fellowship at 5:30PM, Banquet at 6:00PM – Lodge tyles at 7:30PM. Installation Banquet $15 each.
- Wednesday November 28th 7:00PM Mount Newton Lodge Hall – United Peninsula Lodge – General Purpose meeting – open only to members of United Peninsula.
- Monday November 26th – 7:00 PM – 650 Fisgard Street – Henderson Lodge - Installation of Officers – no Board of Installed Masters. Fellowship at 5:30PM, Banquet at 6:00PM – Lodge tyles at 7:30PM. Installation Banquet $15 each.
If your Lodge has a ‘public event’ you would like to share information about, please let me know. I will update the list as I receive information.
- Sunday, November 25th, 2018 Goldstream Lodge Hall ---- the Grey Cup Party Afternoon. Burgers and Chips, games and the largest screen broadcast of the Grey Cup. All are welcome. Donation for food; bar open.
- Thursday, December 6th, 2018 Goldstream Lodge Hall ---- Regular Communication – Christmas Dinner with the ladies. Full turkey dinner for only $15 per person. Cocktails at 5:30; Dinner at 6:00. Very short Lodge meeting at 5:30.
- Friday, December 7th 2018 from 6:30 PM to 11:00 PM (PST) Vancouver & Quadra Lodge Christmas Dinner
Join us for an evening of Christmas Celebration complete with a three course, traditional Christmas Dinner at Olympic View Golf Club. Plus, live entertainment, prizes, and a visit from You-Know-Who!
Friends of Vancouver & Quadra Lodge are invited! Contact one of the Lodge Officers to arrange tickets. - Saturday, December 8th, 2018 Goldstream Lodge Hall ---- Children’s Christmas Breakfast with Santa. Pancakes and sausages from 08:30AM with Santa arriving at 10:00. Shrine Clowns in attendance. Please wrap a gift for each child you are bringing (value up to $15) and put the child’s name on it so that Santa has a gift to present to the child.
- Saturday, December 8th, 2018 Mount Newton Lodge Hall. ---- Christmas Dinner – open to all. Entertainment in the Lodge room at 5:30PM, Meet & Greet 6:00PM – Dinner served at 6:30PM. For those with special dietary needs please let us know. Tickets are available on the web site www.unitedpensinsual.ca Cost is $50 per person, wine included.
- Monday, December 31st, 2018 Goldstream Lodge Hall ---- New Years’ Eve family dinner. Doors open at 5:30PM, Dinner at 6:00PM and home by 10:00PM. Only a maximum of 50 tickets to be sold and are selling fast!!! $50 per ticket will get you a wonderful dinner and the opportunity to watch the ball drop in New York. Pizza for the kids. Email Brother Bob Ianson at bianson@gmail.com or call at 250-727-1368. [What I like about this event – it has an appeal to younger family members who may not be awake at midnight, and those of us who are ready to sleep at 9:30PM 😉)
- Saturday January 5th – Comfort Inn – Victoria Columbia Installation banquet. Detail information and tickets are available for purchase on the www.victoriacolumbia.ca web site.
- Friday January 25th –Mount Newton Lodge Hall. Robbie Burns supper – open to all. Entertainment in the Lodge room at 5:30PM, Meet & Greet 6:00PM – Dinner served at 6:30PM. For those with special dietary needs please let us know. Tickets will be available on the web site www.unitedpeninsula.ca after December 8th. Cost is $50 per person, wine included – our Grand Master MWB Barry Burch will be in attendance. Special Guest speaker will be from the Military Family Resource Centre. Tickets are limited to 80 tickets, once they are gone, they are gone. If you want to get on the reservation list before December 8th send an email to secretary@unitedpeninsula.ca with the number of tickets and the names of the person[s] they are to be set aside for. Initially tickets will be set at a maximum of 4 tickets per order – so we can spread the celebration around.
The Grandmaster’s itinerary is posted at http://freemasonry.bcy.ca/grandlodge/gmsched2018-2019.pdf
Upcoming Installations & Official Visits in District 1 & 21- details [time, BOIM, Social] will be posted as the dates approach
Community Engagement rather than Community Relations..
I’ve set up this section to keep you posted of some events which are outside of our ‘usual’ or ‘normal’ meeting nights which may be of interest to others in our community. As we get closer to some of these events I will move them from this section to the active section above.
Masonic Service Guild – There are many Freemasons who move to Victoria from other parts of the Country and other parts of the World. Some do not affiliate with a local Lodge and may maintain their association with their Mother Lodge. For the widows of the ‘sojourning’ Mason – the Masonic Service Guild provides an opportunity for them to be included in social events sponsored by the Guild. The Secretary Treasurer of the Guild is RWB Michael Denton, who can be contacted at mdenton@shaw.ca or Home Phone: 250-652-0404 Cell Phone: 250-508-0894. If you know of a widow of a sojourning Brother please contact Michael and he can formalize the connection.
Concordant Bodies – if you are interested:
Scottish Rite – contact scottishritevictoria@gmail.com for application and further information.
Some other events/items which may be of interest…
Ashlar College of Freemasonry – now has a web site www.ashlarcollege.ca The website offers both to students already registered with the college, as well as brethren curious in becoming members of the college, - an opportunity to register. The website contains all the coursework as well as soon to have the ability to pay on line [Pay Pal or a Credit Card].
Victoria Lodge of Education and Research [VLER]– As we have seen changes in our individual Lodges related to declining membership the VLER is facing similar challenges. In addition to interesting and informative presentations; the VLER offers an opportunity for any Master Mason to present a paper exploring something of interest to them personally and then open the discussion afterwards to further explore their interest. Please contact VWB Ron Cawthra at ron.cawthra@telus.net if you are interested in paying them a visit.
Grand Lodge 2021 in Victoria – the planning team is laying the foundation for a successful Grand Lodge in Victoria in June of 2021. We are looking for people who are willing to help at different organization levels- Chairman of a Committee, a team lead or perhaps as a host to our visitors. The year 2021 represents the 150th Anniversary of the Grand Lodge of British Columbia and the 150th year British Columbia entered Confederation. The history of the Province of British Columbia, the development of Victoria as a centre of Commerce during the early days of the Gold Rush and the establishment of Freemasonry in British Columbia is clearly entwined. Please contact the Chairman of Volunteers Committee WB Len Walsh at 250-216-3411 or lenwalsh@telus.net
Master & Warden’s website - Another web site to have a look at is http://www.freemasonryinvictoria.com/ provided by the Master & Warden’s association. Typically, at the Master & Warden’s meeting a roundtable discussion takes place of events and activities coming up. Some of these may not be communicated until they appear in the individual Lodge bulletin and as such may not appear on my Monday morning email blast.
EBee – Grand Lodge Electronic Bulletin/Newsletter - The current issue of EBee is available on line at http://anyflip.com/xrkv/evxi/
Sincerely & Fraternally
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PEOPLE JOIN AN ORGANIZATION BECAUSE OF THE IDEALS, BUT THEY STAY BECAUSE OF YOU.
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United Peninsula Lodge No. 24 & Mount Newton Masonic Hall Calendar
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For District Calendars, please visit the Grand Lodge Of British Columbia & Yukon