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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).

Avondale Lodge No 2389 Christmas Party

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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

Province of Cheshire 2016 Festival Raises £3,010,730

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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

Matched Provincial Charity Funding for the Northwich Stroke and Crewe Parkinson’s Charities

At John Brunner Lodge on Wednesday 18th May, six Middlewich lodges and Chapters made cheque presentations totalling £1650, split equally between the Northwich Stroke Club and Crewe Parkinson’s Society.

The funds were contributed by the Lodges and Chapters who meet at Middlewich Masonic Hall and were enhanced by support from the Mid Cheshire Committee of Benevolence together with an Area 3 Community Grant from the Cheshire Freemasons’ Charity (CFC).

WBro Kevin Dickens PAGDC, the chairman of CFC says:-

“This is a great example of Lodges and Chapters coming together to support the local community. I urge other Masonic Halls to consider joint projects and to involve the Area team”.

WBro Colin Ross the Provincial Grand Charity Steward, then presented the cheques to Dennis Fricker and Christine Cartwright, the representatives of the Crewe Parkinson’s Society and Northwich Stroke Club.

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Left to Right:- WBro Graham Scott PPrSGD, Secretary of John Brunner Lodge, WBro Colin Ross ProvGChStwd, WBro Thomas Browne, WM of John Brunner Lodge, Mr Dennis Fricker, Mrs Christine Cartwright, WBro Kevin Dickens PAGDC, Treasurer of Area 3, WBro Christopher Penter PPrJGD, WM of Mid Cheshire Lodge, WBro Andy Baily PrJGD, Asst Charity Stewart of Area 3.

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Mr Dennis Fricker, Mrs Christine Cartwright, WBro Kevin Dickens PAGDC