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John Brunner Lodge raises Bro Neil Wagstaff
John Brunner Lodge raised Bro Neil Wagstaff to the sublime degree of a Master Mason in fine style on the evening of Wednesday 17th May.
Worshipful Master, WBro Rick Bradfield, was ably assisted in the Ceremony by numerous Past Masters.
The past masters presented the Exhortation, Charge, Traditional History and Working Tools with professionalism and style.
It is also worth noting that the Senior Deacon, Bro. Jeff Burgess, performed admirably in leading the Candidate throughout the Ceremony.
Bro Wagstaff will soon be joined by two more Master Masons as John Brunner have planned 3rd Degree Ceremonies for September and October.
left to right: – Bro. Jeff Burgess (SD), Bro. Rob Dunseith (SW), W.Bro. Rick Bradfield (WM), Bro. Neil Wagstaff (Candidate), Bro. Tim Nelson (JW), W.Bro. Dave Palin (acting JD).
Passing at John Brunner
On Wednesday 19th April, John Brunner Lodge passed Bro James Greig to the Degree of a Fellowcraft in fine style.
As a Candidate, Bro James was second to none, answering his questions with aplomb and verve.
The Second Degree Tools were faultlessly presented in the long style by WBro David Palin and were applauded by the Brethren.
WBro Andew Richards, visiting from Thomas Lockitt Lodge, Macclesfield, presented the Logic Ritual version of the Second Degree Tracing Board. This further explains the seven Liberal Arts and Sciences over and above the usual Emulation version. Andrew received the thanks and applause of the Master and Brethren.
A typical John Brunner Lodge Festive Board followed with Bro Geoff Collantine of Four Cardinal Virtues Lodge, Willaston, responding on behalf of the Visitors. The Charity Plate and later the Raffle added a further £200 to the Lodge Charity account.
Left to right:- Bro Rob Dunseith (SW), WBro Andrew Richards (Tracing Board), WBro Rick Bradfield (WM), Bro James Greig (Candidate).
John Brunner Lodge Charity Car Wash
Prostate Cancer Screening Area 3
Talking Heads – Royal Arch Presentation at John Brunner Lodge
Avondale Lodge No 2389 Christmas Party
The Avondale Lodge Christmas Party is on Saturday 10th December 2016 at 7.00 pm for 7.30 pm
Dinner followed by Dancing to the sound of the Rhythm & Light
Traditional Christmas dinner menu:
Vegetable Soup
Roast Turkey and trimmings
Selection of Sweets
Cheese & Biscuits
Coffee and Mince Pies
Tickets £15.00 per person.
If you have any special dietary requirements please ensure that they are highlighted on your reply slip which should be returned to me with your cheque made payable to “Avondale Social Committee” by Saturday 3rd December 2016.
Donations for the raffle will be gratefully received.
Download the booking form from avondalexmasbooking2016
Contact WBro Adrain Morgan M 07881 821 210 E a.h.morgan@btinternet.com
Address of the Provincial Grand Master at the Provincial AGM 2016
The Address given by The Provincial Grand Master
at The Provincial Grand Lodge of Cheshire Freemasons’ Annual Meeting on Wednesday 5th October 2016 at The Floral Pavilion, New Brighton
Avondale Ladies Evening 15 October 2016
Five course meal followed by dancing, all ladies will receive a gift from the Lodge.
Middlewich Masonic Hall
Saturday, 15 October, 2016
7.00pm for 7.30pm
Tickets £17.50 per person
Dress Code is Black Tie
Please contact WBro Adrian H Morgan to book for this very enjoyable evening
a.h.morgan@btinternet.com
Province of Cheshire 2016 Festival Raises £3,010,730
2016 Festival in aid of the MSF
STOP PRESS : On Friday 20th May, at Manchester United’s Old Trafford Ground, the Total Funds raised by the Province of Cheshire 2016 Festival in aid of the Masonic Samaritan Fund (MSF) since it’s launch at the Annual General Meeting at the Floral Pavilion, New Brighton in October 2010 was announced.
At a most successful Banquet to commemorate the culmination of the Festival, RWBro Stephen Martin Blank, Provincial Grand Master of Cheshire requested the 575 Guests to stand and toast
“The Success of the MSF“
Richard Douglas, CEO of the MSF, then stood and with everyone holding their breath, announced that a Grand Total of £3,010,730 had been raised by the Province of Cheshire. His announcement was received with acclaim.
A full report will be posted with photographs following this announcement