Freemason - November 2014

The Pennsylvania

NOVEMBER 2014 edition vol. Lx1 no. 4

THE PENNSYLVANIA FREEMASON® VOL. LXI, NOVEMBER 2014, NO. 4

©2014 The R.W. Grand Lodge F.&A.M. of Pennsylvania

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EDITORIAL BOARD Chairman Robert J. Bateman, R.W.G.M. Raymond T. Dietz, R.W.D.G.M. S. Eugene Herritt, R.W.S.G.W. Thomas Gamon, IV, R.W.J.G.W. Jeffrey W. Coy, R.W.G.T. Mark A. Haines, R.W.G.S. EDITORIAL STAFF Tina L. Raybold - Production Coordinator Rich Johnson - Graphic Designer Thomas R. Labagh - Executive Director, PMYF, Consultant Masonic Library & Museum of Pennsylvania Staff (Publication No. USPS 426-140) November 2014 Issue of The Pennsylvania Freemason ® Published quarterly by the Masonic Villages, One Masonic Drive, Elizabethtown, PA 17022. Articles and photographs to be considered for publication should be sent with local Masonic authority to the address above, to the attention of The Pennsylvania Freemason ® or emailed to pafreemason@ masonicvillages.org. Except by special arrangement, all articles, photographs and artwork become the property of the Grand Lodge.

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• Grand Master’s Message • Join Us in Honoring Our Troops through the Eternal Flame • December Quarterly Communication • Pennsylvania Lodge of Research • Change for the Troops • Florida Masonic Reunions • Masonic Temple Renovations • OhioPennsylvania Unity Night • 2014 Grand Unity Day

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• Random Acts of Kindness & Community Service • Masonic Aruba Visit • Congratulations to ...

• Masonic Breakfast Clubs • Open Houses • Family Events • Honoring Our First Responders

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• Masonic Book Review • Franklin Legacy Society • Masonic Compassionate Care

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• Job’s Daughters Love JEWELS • Major Change in DeMolay Education Program • Plaque Unveiling at PMYF • New Rainbow Assembly • Masonic Scholarships Available

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• Meet Board Member Adam Heese • R.W.P.G.M. Arthur J. Kurtz is Recognized • Celebrate the Holiday Season with Masonic Villages! • 2014 Wish List Items

Robert J. Bateman, Editor Mailing address changes

If your address on the back cover of this magazine is not exactly as you have provided it to us, please be aware that addresses are modified through the various mailing process requirements required by the U.S. Postal Service. If you have any questions or would like to inform us of a change in address, please contact the Office of Gift Planning at 800-599-6454 or giving@masonicvillages.org.

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Brethren and Ladies, Summer has left us with some wonderful memories, as we enjoyed some well-deserved time with our families. Even though we enjoyed our summer season, your Grand Lodge was still busy. In July, we attended the Council of Deliberation in Hershey, the Grand Lodge of Canada, the Widows Sons Motorcycle Ride in Butler, the National R.V. Club Rally in Centre Hall, and a few business meetings. In August, we enjoyed a picnic with the Hiram’s Riders Motorcycle Club and The Pittsburgh Pin Club at the Masonic Village at Sewickley, the Little League Parade in Williamsport, and meetings and IT training for the new Grand Lodge computer system.

Now, it is time to look ahead to fall and all the brilliance it has to offer. In September, we enjoyed Autumn Day at the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown, where we all had a wonderful day of fellowship, good food and the dedication of an Eternal Flame. The festivities began at 10 a.m., with a parade from the Masonic Health Care Center down to the Veterans Grove and the Eternal Flame while the Bainbridge Band played a musical prelude.

Bro. Joseph E. Murphy, Master of Ceremonies, started the dedication by announcing the presentation of the military flags by Masonic Village residents and Masons and one community member: Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard and the Merchant Marine, and the raising of the American and the POW/MIA flags. The Grand Lodge flag was presented by the Grand Lodge officers, and Bro. Murphy introduced me. After welcoming all in attendance for this special occasion and reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to our nation’s flag, I called on Bro. Raymond Foose, who sang our “National Anthem.”

The Invocation was given by Bro. and Rev. A. Preston Van Deursen, Grand Chaplain. All veterans were then invited to stand or raise their hands to be recognized during the playing of their service branch song, after which Bro. Foose sang “God Bless America.”

When the music was finished, Bro. Murphy introduced Bro. Jeffrey W. Coy, R.W. Grand Treasurer and Chairman of the Masonic Villages’ Board of Directors, as our dedication speaker. In his address, Bro. Coy mentioned many American (Continued) heroes who were Freemasons.

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At around 11:35 a.m., the flame was lit by Masonic Village residents, veterans, donors, employees, and past and present board members; and community leaders, including the Honorable Thomas W. Corbitt, Governor of Pennsylvania; Bob DeSousa, Representative of Senator Pat Toomey’s Office; David S. Hickernell, Pennsylvania House Representative; Dennis P. Stuckey, Lancaster County Commissioner; Chuck Mummert, Elizabethtown Mayor; Elizabethtown Borough Council members; and West Donegal Township Supervisors; Veterans from the Lebanon VA Medical Center; Grand Lodge representatives; Past Grand Masters and Past Grand Officers; Worthy Grand Matron HelenBeth G. Vilcek and Worthy Grand Patron Frank L. Einsel.

After the lighting of the Eternal Flame, the Mid-Atlantic Air Museum performed a magnificent flyover.

All active military, veterans and their families, friends and neighbors were thanked for attending and helping to make this event possible. Bro. Foose closed the event with “God Bless the U.S.A.” The event made you proud to be an American and a Pennsylvania Freemason. There are still pavers and bricks available for anyone interested in honoring or memorializing a loved one or inscribing one’s own name

to help support this memorial.

Our brethren and our families continue to enjoy Freemasonry together, and it feels good when we, as a family, continue to engage in new and exciting activities. We will host our second Family Night this fall and our Veterans Night at our November stated meetings.

Some of our districts are hosting their One Day Classes this fall, and we anticipate they will be very successful. Worshipful Masters, make sure that your membership retention committees are working hard to assure that our brethren who have been suspended for nonpayment of dues and those brethren who have resigned in the past three years have been contacted. This will definitely aid your lodge, as the letters for next year’s dues are in the process of being sent.

Some brethren may say that we need more quality members, not just quantity.

I say to every Pennsylvania Freemason that I believe no member in our fraternity would recommend any person whom he would not invite as a guest into his home to be a member of our GREAT fraternity!

Brethren, don’t be afraid to invite a good and worthy man to become a Mason. This way, you know already that he is under the tongue of good Masonic report.

Our December Quarterly Communication is scheduled for Dec. 3, and we will draw the names of those firstline signers on a petition who will receive gift cards for first, second and third place awards.

Please don’t forget our Masonic youth groups. We need to support and become involved with our future. Our Masonic youth groups are very active and growing.

One Rainbow Assembly has been created in Macungie and one in Concordville, and a pledge group will begin in Mount Joy. If we don’t show our Masonic youth that we care, then how do we expect them to show us they care? We now have 690 DeMolay, 295 Rainbow and 181 Job’s Daughters in our Masonic youth programs. I am confident we all know a young man or young lady who would love to belong to one of our youth programs. Let’s come together and help to make a difference in a child’s life.

God bless the United States of America, God bless our great and beloved fraternity, and God bless all of you.

Sincerely and fraternally,

Robert J. Bateman R.W. Grand Master

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honor our heroes at the

ETERNAL FLAME recognizing all active military and veterans

You can still help cover the construction and maintenance of the eternal flame monument at the Veterans Grove at the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown. If you would like to make a donation toward the cost of the monument, please call 800-599-6454.

If you would like to honor or remember a beloved veteran, 12” x 18” pavers around the eternal flame can be inscribed with a special message for a $500 donation. Additionally, 8” x 12” pavers leading to and around the monument can be inscribed for a $250 donation. Contributions to the Masonic Charities are tax-deductible to the extent of the law.

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to become a part of this meaningful tribute for posterity.

Eternal Flame Donation Form As a way of honoring or memorializing an individual, a paver surrounding the eternal flame or on the pathway to the Veterans Grove can be inscribed to permanently honor an individual(s) service to our country. Please complete this form and send it along with your check payable to the Masonic Charities.

Name (donor) _______________________________________________________________ Address____________________________________________________________________ City ______________________________ State __________________________ Zip ________ Phone ( ) _____________________ Email ____________________________________ Choose a paver size:  12”x18” Paver ($500) will accommodate 5 lines with no more than 20 characters per line  8”x12” Paver ($250) will accommodate 4 lines with no more than 14 characters per line

Please print paver inscription below exactly as you would like it to appear; spaces are included in character count. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Credit Card  VISA  Mastercard  American Express Card#_______________________________________________ Exp. Date _____ /_____ /_____ Phone _______________________________________________ Signature___________________________________________

Please return both completed form and check payable to the Masonic Charities to: Office of Gift Planning • Masonic Village One Masonic Drive, Elizabethtown, PA 17022 800-599-6454

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December Quarterly Communication The members of the Grand Lodge are requested to attend the Quarterly Communication of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania at the Masonic Temple, 1 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, on Dec. 3, at 10 a.m.

In accordance with Article 5.01 of the “Ahiman Rezon,” there will be no election of Grand Officers and the Board of Directors of the Masonic Villages of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania this year.

However, action will be had upon the following proposed Amendments to the “Ahiman Rezon” so that the same as amended shall read as follows:

Amendment No. 2 Past District Deputy Grand Masters Whereas, Article 12.13 provides for the qualifications of becoming a Past District Deputy Grand Master; and

Amendment No. 1 Election of Grand Officers and Masonic Villages’ Board of Directors Whereas, Article 5.01 provides for the election and reaffirmation of Grand Officers and the Board of Directors of the Masonic Villages of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania; and

Now, therefore, be it resolved that Article 12.13 of the “Ahiman Rezon” be amended, so that as amended Article 12.13 shall read as follows:

Whereas, it has been determined that such election should be modified and the reaffirmation ballot should be removed.

Now, therefore, be it resolved that Article 5.01 of the “Ahiman Rezon” be amended, so that as amended Article 5.01 shall read as follows: “5.01. The Grand Officers and the members of the Board of Directors of the Masonic Villages shall be elected to serve for two-year terms. The initial election to an office shall be by ballot at the December Quarterly Communication immediately preceding St. John the Evangelist’s Day, upon which such election shall be effective.”

Whereas, it has been determined that a District Deputy Grand Master may be elected to a Grand Office prior to serving the required number of years to qualify as and thereby being ineligible to become a Past District Deputy Grand Master.

“12.13. A District Deputy Grand Master may serve for a period not to exceed 10 years and having served as such for a period of five years or more (or having sooner been elected to a Grand Office) may retire from that office as a Past District Deputy Grand Master. As such, he shall be entitled to all the honors and privileges of a District Deputy Grand Master, including an assigned place in Grand Lodge processions and listing ad vitam among Grand Lodge Officers, except that the office of Past District Deputy Grand Master shall carry with it no duties, responsibilities or claim to payment of any expenses. He shall be entitled to retain his apron in recognition of his office.”

Mark A. Haines R.W. Grand Secretary

PA Lodge of Research

The Stated Meeting of the Pennsylvania Lodge of Research will be held at 10 a.m., on Dec. 6, at the Jim Thorpe Masonic Hall, 301 Center Street, Jim Thorpe.

Two papers will be presented: “The Golden Fleece” by Bro. Yasser Al-Khatib, and “The Prevalence of Clandestine Masonry in ... the United States” by Bro. E. Oscar Alleyne.

We will also install the officers for the 2015 Masonic year.

A luncheon will be served after the meeting, with a suggested donation of $5.

All Master Masons in good standing are welcome to attend. No reservations are needed.

Dress is coat and tie.

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CHANGE FOR THE TROOPS PREVIOUSLY HELP FOR OUR HEROES

Helping Veterans with Disabilities to Rehabilitate through Project HERO Horsham

During his term, Grand Master Bateman has focused the Change for Our Troops program on helping our wounded veterans. One way the Grand Lodge has chosen to do this is through Project HERO, specifically

at the Horsham Air Guard Station in Horsham, Pa., which partners with the Philadelphia Veterans Administration Hospital to implement the program.

Project HERO, which stands for Healing Exercise Rehabilitation Opportunity, is a program through the national Ride 2 Recovery organization produced by the Fitness Challenge, a not-for-profit organization.

In partnership with the military and Veterans Association Volunteer Service Office, Ride 2 Recovery offers mental and physical rehabilitation programs for our country’s wounded veterans and healing servicemen and women who may be suffering from brain injuries, posttraumatic stress syndrome, orthopedic amputations and infections. Begun in 2008, Ride to Recovery raises funds to support cycling as the core activity to help healing heroes overcome their obstacles.

Cycling is an important part of the recovery and rehabilitation program

because almost all patients with physical and/or psychological disabilities can participate at their individual level.

Project HERO was created in November 2010 at Bethesda Naval Medical Center (now Walter Reed National Military Medical Center) to enhance, inspire and challenge healing heroes’ rehabilitation by allowing each person to set individual goals while working in a group. The program provides training and supports cycling programs at Army Warrior Transition Units, Marine Wounded Warrior Units and VA locations. It provides expertise, training, events and the necessary equipment. Specially adapted bikes are designed and built by Ride 2 Recovery staff to suit individuals’ needs, making it possible for almost everyone to participate in the program.

In June, the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania made a generous donation to Project HERO Horsham to begin purchasing equipment the veterans

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The mission of Project HERO is “to make a difference in the lives of healing heroes by providing a routine rehabilitative cycling experience that will impact their lives forever.” needed to get “on the road.” Over the summer, Project HERO Horsham received two upright bikes, two recumbent Catrikes, five spinning bikes, indoor stationary trainers and a Johnny G Krankcycle for the hand-cyclists. The veterans also received items they need to ride safely and comfortably: jerseys and bibs, helmets, water bottles, shoes and gloves.

Participants start with stationary bikes that have screens set up where they can race each other. There are also upright bikes that are adaptable to the veterans’ needs. The bikes are given to the veterans for free if they complete the program.

In September, three more indoor stationary trainers, some tools and a bike stand were purchased. It was the first month some members were able to ride. Training began on base, and the team participated in two public events, riding a total of 336 miles. On Sept. 7, the Travis Manion Foundation held its annual 911 Heroes Run in Doylestown, Pa., in conjunction with the IM Able Foundation to donate a portion of the proceeds to Project HERO Horsham. Two Project HERO vets rode their bikes for the first time in a public event, and the program received a generous donation of two Top End hand-cycles. On Sept. 27, four Project HERO Horsham veterans participated in a 35-mile Tour de Farm N.J. The veterans put in a phenomenal effort, most riding longer than they thought they could.

On Oct. 12, three vets rode in the 10-mile leg of the Friedrich’s Ataxia ride in Blue Bell, Pa. Ataxia is a degenerative disease that affects the cerebellum.

Project HERO Horsham was contacted by the Disabled American Vets Chapter 25; they have volunteered to do some fund raising and are looking to provide a bike for a veteran. In addition to the training in October, the team participated in three other rides: Valley Forge, Schuylkill River Trail and Route 202 Parkway.

Opposite page: Top: Members of the 111th Attack Wing who are PA Masons, as well as Lt. Col. Claudia Malone, Director of the Project HERO Horsham program, wearing a bike riding outfit.

Bottom: Veteran Theresa completes the Travis Manion Foundation 911 Heroes Run on a special adaptive bike in Doylestown on Sept. 7.

Top right: Brig. Gen. Anthony J. Carrelli, Commander, Pennsylvania Air National Guard, receives a check from the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania to start Project HERO Horsham at the dedication ceremony, along with Lt. Col. Claudia Malone, COL. Stephen M. Radulski, Commander, 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, and Project HERO Horsham participants.

Middle right: On July 16, Col. (Chip) Eisleer, Commander of 111th Attack Wing, U.S. Air Force, presented a wooden model drone, “Reaper,” flown by the Air National Guard Station in Horsham, to the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania at the Masonic Temple in Philadelphia. Grand Master Bateman asked Past Grand Master Edward O. Weisser to accept the gift on his behalf.

Bottom right: Lt. Col. Malone and a Project HERO staff person congratulate a program participant in the Tour de Farm N.J.

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R.W. Grand Master Robert J. Bateman and his wife, Joanne, Invite You to Attend a

Masonic Reunion HIGHLIGHTS

Information on services provided by the Masonic Villages of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania in Dallas, Elizabethtown, Lafayette Hill, Sewickley and Warminster • Representatives from the Office of Aging to share information on local services • Free blood pressure screenings

SPECIAL HIGHLIGHT

Grand Master Bateman will present 50-Year, 60-Year and 70-Year Masonic Service Emblems and 75-Year Diamond Jubilee Awards. He will also preview upcoming programs. If you are eligible to receive a milestone Service Emblem in 2015, or if you did not receive it when you were eligible in a previous year, please call 717-367-1121, ext. 33382. Please call to make your reservation by Feb. 13, 2015.

For Pennsylvania Masons, Wives and Widows who now reside permanently in Florida or who visit there during the winter months

REUNION SCHEDULE Thursday, March 12, 2015 Tampa Airport Marriott Hotel, Tampa

Friday, March 13, 2015 Hyatt Regency Sarasota, Sarasota

Saturday, March 14, 2015

Palm Beach Gardens Marriott, Palm Beach

Each reunion features a reception (11 - 11:45 a.m.) followed by lunch (11:45 a.m.) and a program (1 - 2 p.m.)

Masonic Temple Renovations

The following renovations have taken place at your Masonic Temple in Philadelphia, thanks to YOUR generous donations:

• Replaced all the old treads on 174 stairs and two landings on the east staircase • Refurbished the fountain in the main foyer • Scaffolded Corinthian Hall to allow touch up painting repairs • Refinished the Filbert Street doors • Upholstered the Wanamaker benches in the lower level hallway • Replaced the sound system in Corinthian Hall • Replaced the window curtains and shades in the Museum

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Ohio-PA Unity Night

The 5th annual meeting between the Grand Lodge of of Ohio and the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, known as Ohio-PA Unity Night, was conducted on Sept. 16.

Hosted by Lodge of the Craft/Westminster Lodge No. 433, New Castle, the meeting was opened by Bro. Ralph R. Sheen, W.M. Grand Master Bateman and his party were received and assumed the East. Grand Master Bateman welcomed M.W. Grand Master of Ohio Norman J. Mick and his party.

The Grand Masters exchanged gifts and introduced their respective parties.

Bro. P.J. Roup, D.D.G.M.-54, provided a brief message on brotherhood.

The Thomson Cup Award for saving a human life was presented to Bro. Shawn R. Hill, Lodge of the Craft/Westminster Lodge No. 433, New Castle. Officer Hill was dispatched on Feb. 12 to a residence in Neshannock for a structure fire with people possibly trapped inside and was the first emergency unit to arrive. Bro. Hill went into the burning building and rescued two individuals, one of whom was unconscious.

He started rescue breathing until the EMS units arrived to administer medical care.

After the lodge closed, the brethren enjoyed fellowship together.

Top: R.W. Grand Master Bateman presents the Thomson Cup Award to Bro. Shawn R. Hill Bottom: R.W. Grand Master Bateman with M.W. Grand Master of Ohio Norman J. Mick

2014 Grand Unity Day

Top left: Attendees from the Grand Lodge of New York, along with M.W. Grand Master of New Jersey Gerald J. Sharpe.

Bottom left: Attendees from the Grand Lodge of Delaware with M.W. Gerald J. Sharpe of New Jersey Right: Attendees from the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania with M.W. Gerald J. Sharpe of New Jersey.

On Sept. 13, the Grand Lodge of New Jersey sponsored Unity Day in conjunction with the Grand Lodges of New York, Delaware and Pennsylvania at the Historic Trenton Masonic Temple. After breakfast, attendees from the Grand Lodge of New Jersey exemplified the opening ritual. Participants from the Grand Lodge of New York exemplified the first degree, and the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania participants exemplified the second degree. Following lunch, the colonial team from the Grand Lodge of Delaware exemplified the third degree, after which the Grand Lodge of New Jersey participants exemplified closing ritual.

The mission of the day was to offer Master Masons an opportunity to behold a variation of ritual that they are not used to seeing in their blue lodges. While the craft degrees’ ritual practiced by the various recognized Grand Lodges in the United States stems from the same roots, the actual ritual can be significantly different while maintaining the same lessons and teachings. The day proved that while independently governed, Freemasonry is one big family of brethren.

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Random Acts of Kindness & Community Service Initiatives

With the right motivation, a few people can accomplish a lot to help their neighbors and community. There is no shortage of people in need, whether they live next door, across the country or even around the world. No matter how small an effort may seem, when done in the name of helping others, it can have a great impact. Visit www.pagrandlodge.org/rak to enter your random acts of kindness on the registry.

Do Good Brewing Lives Up To Its Name

Combine blood orange, coriander and hops with a pinch of Masonic influence and a heaping desire to give back to the community, and you end up with Do Good Brewing, a company inspired by Bro. Tom Sheridan’s admiration for the fraternity, passion for brewing and heart for helping.

The name is derived from Bro. Benjamin Franklin’s pen name, Silence Dogood, an idea that struck Bro. Sheridan after a meeting at Tacony Lodge No. 506 in Philadelphia.

“It was like a sign or something,” Bro. Sheridan said. “I came home, got in bed and turned on the TV. The movie ‘National Treasure’ was on. At some point, Silence Dogood is mentioned in conjunction with Benjamin Franklin, and it was like a light bulb went on in my head. I immediately pulled out my phone and started jotting down notes. By

the time I was done, it was decided that the brewery would be called ‘Do Good,’ and every beer would be attached to a charitable cause.

Had I not just left a lodge meeting and had a strong influence of charity and brotherhood in me, I highly doubt this would have ended up being the name.”

A percentage of the proceeds from Do Good’s The United Ale go toward child poverty causes such as providing food and clothing, gifts during the holidays, education and literacy programs and disaster relief. As the company produces more varieties of beer, Bro. Sheridan would like to support additional causes including diabetes, autism, orphans, pediatric cancer and more.

“Since we are very small right now, we may only have a few hundred dollars to give this year,” he said. “With that, we will more than likely try to fill a truck with toys during the holidays and hand them out to neighborhood kids. When that $400 becomes $40,000, we may begin partnering with organizations to help our impact become larger and more effective.”

The United Ale is available at nine establishments in the Philadelphia area (visit www.dogoodbrewing.com for a full list). Do Good Brewing has received considerable press coverage, including being named 2014’s Best

New Business by Star News’ readers.

“When the newspaper called and told me we won that award, I thought they called the wrong business,” Bro. Sheridan said. “I never do an interview with any newspaper or blog without mentioning the fact that I’m a Mason, and that was the core driving factor behind our philosophy.”

Bro. Sheridan discovered his passion for brewing while taking MBA classes at Villanova University. After reading “Brewing Up a Business” about an entrepreneurial brewer, he purchased a home-brewing set and began makes batches on the weekends. Having already built and sold a company, he was prepared to give a full-fledged brewery a try.

“I went all in and began building the concept,” he said. “I figured if I could be successful with businesses I was not passionate about, I should be very good at something I truly love to do.”

Bro. Sheridan first learned about the Masonic fraternity while waiting to be discharged from the U.S. Navy. He was reading about it and admired its commitment to helping others, as well as the rich history it has within Philadelphia. After returning home, he immediately filled out a petition online.

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“One of the most meaningful things I’ve learned in my time as a Mason is the fact that there are many like-minded individuals like myself in the community,” he said. “The fellowship one finds in a lodge is a lost art and something that should be shared with all.”

He’d like to attend more lodge functions, but as the father of two young children and owner of two companies (he also runs a website design company), his time is limited.

He is grateful he can combine business with his desire to give back to the community.

Having grown up in a tough neighborhood of Philadelphia without a lot of opportunities for the future, Bro. Sheridan’s long-term goal is to open small “Do Good Centers,” where young men can be introduced to business and entrepreneurship.

Bro. Tom Sheridan and Do Good Brewing On the Clock for Charity

Bro. Michael “Skip” Marrone, S.W., Mount Olivet Lodge No. 704, Lebanon, is donating one of his Dudley Masonic pocket watches to raise money for his lodge’s charity fund.

Dudley Masonic pocket watches feature a traditional case and dial design on one side and exposed moving Masonic tools on the other. According to Bro. C. Julius Clark’s book, “Masonic Timepieces, Rings, Balls and Watch Fobs,” after working for the Hamilton Watch Company, Bro. William Wallace Dudley built his factory in Lancaster, Pa., around 1920. Only a few thousand Dudley Masonic watches were made before the popularity of wristwatches forced the company to close its doors in 1925.

Bro. Marrone’s model was manufactured in 1923, and he estimates its value between $8,000 and $10,000. To purchase an opportunity for the watch, contact Bro. Marrone at 717-5209687 or skipp66@comcast.net. A drawing for the watch will be held June 8, 2015, at the Lebanon Masonic Center, 499 14th Avenue, Lebanon.

Dudley Masonic watch Books for Bikes

To encourage reading among second graders, members of J. Simpson Africa Lodge No. 628, Stroudsburg, created the “Books for Bikes” program.

During the month of May, the brethren challenged students at B.F. Morey Elementary School to read books and complete short one-page book reports answering questions about each book’s setting and characters and incorporating two new words they learned along with their definitions. For every three books and book reports they completed, students’ names were entered into a raffle for a chance to win one of two bikes (one for girls and one for boys) donated by the lodge.

There was no limit to the number of entries per student.

On June 17, during a year-end awards ceremony, the lodge recognized all participants with a certificate embossed with the official J. Simpson Africa Lodge seal and announced the two winners.

“It was a huge incentive,” Bro. Brian Massie, W.M., said. “When Principal [Cindy] Muffley and I rolled the bikes into each second grade classroom in April and announced the program, it definitely excited the students and drove them to meet the requirements for a chance at the bikes.”

Bro. Brian Massie, W.M., and Principal Cindy Muffley with participating elementary students

Unearthing Heroes’ Honors

Members of Lafayette Lodge No. 194, Selinsgrove, many of whom are veterans themselves, spent part of the summer uncovering medallions placed at the graves of service members in the 127-year-old Orchard Hills Cemetery and Memorial Park. Years of dirt and overgrown weeds had covered the medallions, which marked the graves of veterans indicating the war they served in dating back to World War I. The lodge had previously helped clean up the cemetery, and when asked, were eager to volunteer again.

Lodge members spent a week in the summer heat searching the 35-acre cemetery’s 5,000 graves (750 of which are veterans), grave by grave, eventually finding a total of 60 veterans’ medallions. One brother used a metal detector, and he and another brother dug out the medallions. Others cleared weeds and dirt, blew leaves and drilled out flag post holes before planting new American flags.

In the Selinsgrove area, County Commissioners supply these memorial markers to veterans’ graves. More than 200 markers are missing, and the lodge is considering a fundraiser to help replace them.

“We’re veterans,” Bro. Ron Hoover, P.M., told the Sunbury Daily Item. “We know what it’s about.”

L-r: Bros. Glen Bickhart, P.M.; Paul Grimes; Richard “Buddy” Bickhart, P.M.; Darwin Beaver; Ron Hoover, P.M.; Fredrick “Fritz” Frost; Carl Herrold; Charles Hoover, P.M.; and William Carnall, S.W., all members of Lafayette Lodge No. 194.

Charity Ride Becomes Family Tradition

On July 19, 12 chapters of the PA Widows Sons Masonic Riders Association gathered for the 5th annual Right Worshipful Grand Master Charity Motorcycle Ride in Butler.

Grand Master Robert Bateman joined members and their wives for a dinner the night before the ride and the event itself. The PA Widows Sons presented him with a commemorative hand-carved plaque, and he gave them his

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Since 2010, the ride has raised thousands of dollars for the Masonic Children’s Home and has included brethren, family and guests of the Widows Sons from Pennsylvania and other states. The PA Widows Sons Masonic Riders Association is comprised of Pennsylvania Master Masons who share a passion for motorcycling and family-oriented fellowship. They are grateful for the support of the Grand Lodge and the Grand Masters who have helped make this event a continued success!

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Artistic Extension

Bro. Alvin Just, P.M., Greater Johnstown Lodge No. 538, is a Bob Ross Certified Instructor.

(Bob Ross was the host of “The Joy of Painting,” the most watched art show on television.) On Aug. 20, Bro. Just demonstrated his artistic passion and oil painting skills for participants of Alleghenies Unlimited Care Providers, which offer services for individuals with disabilities. The attendees loved it, and Bro. Just enjoyed sharing the message that Pennsylvania Freemasons believe in helping others.

Bro. Alvin Just

Members of Widows Sons Masonic Riders Association

Community Days

Brethren from Jeannette Lodge No. 750 and Corinthian Lodge No. 573, Pittsburgh, took part in Community Days on Aug. 23 to show support for local churches. They collected money for Change for the Troops.

Grandparents’ Race

Members of Harmony Lodge No. 429, Zelienople, volunteered their time on Aug. 16 to help with the Passavant Retirement Community’s Grandparents’ Race. The race includes a 10-mile run, a 5K run and a one-mile walk/run. Proceeds from the event benefit residents of the retirement community who have limited financial resources. The brethren handed out water to racers.

Freemason” about a brother who rode a motorcycle 1,000 miles in 24 hours to raise money for the children’s home, Bro. Smith, who also enjoys long-distance motorcycling, wanted to raise money, too, but in a different way. Having completed half-distance triathlons, his idea was to do a full-distance triathlon (2.4mile swim, 112-mile bicycle ride and 26.2-mile run) to raise funds for the youth. He mentioned it to Grand Master Robert Bateman, who loved it, and it took off from there.

On Sept. 7, he finished 7th out of 225 participants, first in his age bracket and second in the Master’s division (age 40 and older). It took him a total of 10 hours and 48 minutes to complete the race. He finished the race in a self-designed shirt that advertised the ‘Tri for the Kids’ while also wearing a top hat.

He asked brethren to support his efforts by donating to the Masonic Children’s Home in his name, and he’ll also donate his earnings from the race.

“The experience was unlike anything else I have ever done,” he said. “… The mind is more powerful than we can imagine, and the will to finish what you’ve worked five years to prepare for overcomes almost any obstacle.”

Bro. Smith’s community service efforts also include reviving the blood drive held at his lodge every six months. When he stops to help a stranded motorist, he politely refuses any monetary token of appreciation and instead hands out cards that read: “Random Act of Kindness; Pennsylvania Freemasons: Making Good Men Better Since 1731; HAVE A BLESSED DAY!”

Front row: Bros. Bob Anderson, W.M., and Joe Carle, P.M., both of Jeannette Lodge No. 750.

Back row: Bros. Rev. Bob Fuehrer, Jeannette Lodge No. 750, and Lorin Stewart, P.M., Corinthian Lodge No. 573

L-r: Bros. Alan Duncan, P.M.; Thomas Ayres, Chaplain; and Frank Morgan, W.M.

Competing for the Kids

Bro. Cameron Smith, P.M., Fritz Lodge No. 308, Conshohocken, completed a more than five-year journey when he raced in the Revolution3 140.6-mile Triathlon in Cleveland, Ohio, on Sept. 7. It was a personal goal for him, as well as an opportunity to raise money for the Masonic Children’s Home.

After reading in “The Pennsylvania

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BENefit for Ben

On Sept. 14, Bro. Scott Rush, W.M., Waymart Lodge No. 542, organized “BENefit for BEN,” a fundraiser for Bro. Ben Beynon, P.M., 33°, a devoted Mason and friend, who was diagnosed with cancer. Attended by more than 300 people, the event included a poker run, buffet dinner, 50/50, basket raffle, donation jug, wheel barrow of cheer and a “hair cutting of the beard and locks” of Bro. Harry McFarland, all of which raised more than $12,000 for Bro. Beynon. Donations received since the benefit have brought the total to more than $13,000.

Bro. Ben Beynon, P.M., with his wife, Brenda

Feeding The Hungry

On April 2, Masons from Districts 19 and 34 joined together for the third year to support the Central PA World Hunger Association in Belleville with a $900 check. The non-profit organization annually processes 30,000 pounds of turkey for distribution to the local needy and to hunger spots throughout the world.

R. Shapiro, J.W., Cromwell Lodge No. 572, Orbisonia; Terence I. Elliott, D.D.G.M-19; and James Swab, Grand Tall Cedar of Juniata Valley Forest No. 88, Mifflintown. Third row, l-r: Bros.

Bradley A. Rinker, J.W., Mount Union Lodge No. 688; Lee D. Bollinger, P.M., W.M., Lewistown Lodge No. 203; Albert W. Miller, P.M., W.M., Newport Lodge No. 381; and Bradley O. Yoder, P.M., W.M., McVeytown Lodge No. 376. Not included in the photo are brethren from Mount Moriah Lodge No. 300, Huntingdon, and Union Lodge No. 324, Mifflintown, who also provided financial assistance.

Front: Bro. John E. Snyder, P.M., Mount Union Lodge No. 688 and Fundraising Coordinator, presents the check to Rick Esh, Secretary of CPWHA. Second row, l-r: Bros. Jonathan

A Masonic Aruba Trip The Harrisburg Consistory has a Scottish Rite Club located in Aruba. Some Harrisburg members, including R.W. Past Grand Master Jay W. Smith and R.W. Senior Grand Warden S. Eugene Herritt, and their ladies traveled to Aruba from Aug. 16 - 25 for a vacation and to share Masonic fellowship.

The Harrisburg visitors witnessed the 28th degree exemplified by the Aruba Consistory members, and members of Harrisburg Consistory exemplified the 3rd and 14th degrees for their hosts. Although affiliated with the Grand Lodge of the Netherlands, the Aruba Consistory has a local Scottish Rite Club affiliated with Harrisburg Consistory, and its members regularly attend Harrisburg Consistory reunions.

William S. Arnold, P.D.D.G.M. and Commander-in-Chief of Harrisburg Consistory, said, “Our Arubian hosts provided a wonderful opportunity for fellowship and Masonic learning to all of us and our spouses who made the trip. They offered a welcome addition to a vacation to their island not experienced by the average tourist.”

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1. On May 15, Bro. Paul S. Caplan, Dallas Lodge No. 231, Pittsburgh, (pictured far left) received his 75-Year Diamond Jubilee Award at the age of 101. He was raised in 1939 in Oakland-Fraternity Lodge No. 535 and was a part of the D-Day invasion in Normandy during World War II. Also pictured are Bros.

Sidney N. Busis, Dallas Lodge; Sheldon A. Levine, Homestead-Amity-McCandless Lodge No. 582, Dravosburg; Kevin C. Tabor, W.M., Dallas Lodge; and Todd Ballenger, D.D.G.M.-55.

2. Bro. Ernest A. Chletcos, P.M., received his 75-Year Diamond Jubilee Award at the June 9 Stated Meeting from Bros. Arnold Lash, W.M., and Robert J. Burns, P.M., D.D.G.M.-A. The ceremony was held in Oriental Hall at the Masonic Temple in Philadelphia and was witnessed by Bro. Chletcos’ family. While serving as Worshipful Master of Perkins Lodge in 1943, Bro. Chletcos was simultaneously serving his country in the Armed Forces as a recruiter in Philadelphia. He is the founder of Chletcos Insurance Services in Philadelphia.

3. Bro. William M. Ryan received his 75Year Diamond Jubilee Award on Aug. 9 at the senior center where he resides in Wilmington, Del., from the officers of St. John’s Lodge No. 115, Philadelphia. Bro. Ryan was a physicist and was recruited by his country to work on the Manhattan Project for the development of the atomic bomb during World War II. He later worked for the DuPont Company in Delaware.

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4. Bro. Robert Wagner, the oldest living Past Master of Mount Union Lodge No. 688, received his 60-Year Masonic Service Emblem on June 19 from Bros. Michael M. Kipphan, W.M., and Robert C. Snyder II, D.D.G.M.-34.

He read the following poem to his brethren, which he, himself, wrote: On that night I was raised then I knew That a dream in my life had come true.

I remember with pride As I accompanied my guide What a strange sort of feeling I had when inside.

I knelt at the altar Not a word did he falter Even though silver crowns my hair These wonderful memories are still there.

In the winter of my life, a Mason I remain And my love for the lodge is always the same.

On that night I was raised, then I knew.

Century Awards 5. In April, Bro. Joseph Rode, P.M., Brownsville Lodge No. 60, was presented the Century Award from Bro. Robert Farquhar, D.D.G.M.-31, for having given over 100 Degrees. Bro. Rode has also served as Representative to the Grand Lodge and as an Instructor at the District School of Instruction in Uniontown. Photo: l-r: Bro. Robert Farquhar, D.D.G.M.-31; Bro. Joseph Rode, P.M.; and Bro. David Simmons, W.M. 6. On Sept. 9, Bro. Richard A. Balas, W.M, Titusville Lodge No. 754, received the Century Award from Bro. Bernard D. Hanmore, D.D.G.M.-25.

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Anniversary 7. On June 20, Lake Erie Lodge No. 347, Girard, celebrated its 150th Anniversary.

Grand Master Bateman presided over the ceremony attended by members of the lodge, District 24 and the community. Special guests included Bro. Howard E. Miller, P.M., who served as Worshipful Master for the 100th Anniversary, and Bro. Bradford Allen Goebel, Past Grand Master of Ohio, who attended in

honor of his son, Bro. Michael A. Goebel, Senior Deacon.

Elected Officers At the June meeting of High Twelve International in Springfield, Ohio, the following Pennsylvania Masons were elected: Bro. Winton Hewitt, Cassia-Mount Horeb Lodge No. 273, Ardmore, was elected International President. Bro. William Haynes, Pocono

Lodge No. 780, Cresco, was elected Third International Vice President, and Bro. Donald Whistler, York Lodge No. 266, was elected International Treasurer.

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Masonic Breakfast Clubs

Several years ago, Bro. Len Juliani, William Penn Harmony Lodge No. 52, Philadelphia, was invited to speak about the Masonic Blood Donor Club at the Masonic Breakfast Club of Delaware County. His lodge brother Joel Kleinguenther, P.M., accompanied him. Established on July 21, 2001, the breakfast club meets at 9 a.m. at a local restaurant, runs a casual meeting and attendees enjoy conversation and fraternal camaraderie.

Brothers Len and Joel knew a good thing when they saw it.

They decided to begin a Masonic Breakfast Club in Bucks County on the third Tuesday of each month at 9 a.m., and held their first meeting in February 2012 at a restaurant in Bensalem. Thirteen brethren attended. Bros. Kleinguenther and Ed Budman, PA Meridian Sun Lodge No. 2, Philadelphia, run the meeting, starting with a flag ceremony and prayer. Up to 29 men have attended the meetings, including both brethren and anyone interested in joining the fraternity. Many brethren who can no longer travel at night enjoy these meetings, which last until 10-10:30 a.m.

Perhaps your part of the state would also be receptive to a Masonic Breakfast Club!

Masonic Breakfast Club of Delaware County

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Open House for the Blue “G” Club

Bro. Dr. Donald B. Bergerstock, W.M.; Zach Miller; and his grandfather, Bro. Donald H. Metzger, P.M., Sec.

Dietrick Lamade Lodge No. 755, Williamsport, held an open house on March 16, which was attended by members, family and friends. The highlight of the event was a presentation by Zach Miller: “My name is Zach Miller. I’m 8 years old, and my Pap is Don Metzger. I’m in the second grade. The first time I learned about the Masons was seeing my Pap in his tuxedo, going to his meetings. He told me that the Masons do good things for people.

“Later, when we drove past the Masonic Temple, my Meme told me that Pap went to his Masonic meetings there. On the top of the building is the Blue “G” sign, and at night, it lights up in blue. I learned that the big blue “G” stands for God. Since I was a little boy, I always called that building and the Masons: “The Blue G Club.” Pap took me on a tour of the inside of the building. It was amazing!

“I like helping Pap do stuff for the Masons. I have helped Pap by putting thousands of Masonic stickers on brown Little League parade candy bags. I have also helped with decorating the Masonic float for a Little League parade. I helped Pap put the folders into the envelopes.

“I learned that the Masons give lots of money to help hospitals and nursing homes. Helping people makes me feel good, and when I grow up, I want to join the Masons. The End”

Flag Raising at Stillwater Lodge On June 14, Stillwater Lodge No. 547, Youngsville, held a flag dedication ceremony, as well as an open house, in conjunction with North Star Lodge No. 241, Warren, and Joseph Warren Lodge No. 726, Youngsville. Over 100 attendees, including 70 from the community, were in attendance. The flag dedication ceremony featured speakers from the lodge and local state assemblywoman Kathy Rapp, with the local high school marching band providing patriotic music.

Patriotic Parade in Western PA Pennsylvania Freemasonry was proudly represented at the annual Brentwood Fourth of July Celebration. Bro. John W. Frombach, Dormont-Whitehall Lodge No. 684, Pittsburgh, is Chairman of the Independence Day Parade, watched by nearly 40,000 attendees.

L-r: Bros. Joseph G. Whitaker, W.M., John A. Brashear Lodge No. 743, Pittsburgh; Robert W. Amend, DDGM-47; Robert C. Amend, La Fayette Lodge No. 652, Carnegie; and Larry D. French, P.M., Dormont-Whitehall Lodge No. 684.

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Family Events Patches the Pointer Presents Tony Corcoran, P.M., John E. Mair Lodge No. 729, Mars, and German Short Haired Pointer, Patches, delighted the members of Harmony Lodge No. 429, Zelienople, and their families with their bird dog presentation on March 13, after the lodge’s stated meeting.

Bro. Tony trained Patches to follow scents, mark, hunt and retrieve birds.

Family Carnival Night During the March 13 stated meeting, Marion Lodge No. 562, Connellsville, hosted a family carnival night. Thirty kids from 16 families, comprised of approximately 90 members and their ladies and guests, enjoyed carnival games for the kids; two Syria Shrine clowns, “Splotchee and Grumpy;” a face painter; craft projects; raffle prizes; an ice cream bar and carnival food.

of a member of one of the nine lodges in the district. To qualify, students had to earn all As or Bs on their final report card for the past school year. Twelve students won the award, which included a spectacular day of fun, food and excitement. On Aug. 10, they boarded a luxury bus and were treated to a shopping spree at Ross Park Mall and dinner at The Cheesecake Factory.

L-r: Ciara Snyder, Taylor Mickey, Kaitlynn McGinley, Sierra Miller, Alexis Shaffer, Stefanie Barth, Adam Goldstein, Travis Lloyd, Rachel Bittner, Katie Lynn, Chloe Guie and Bro. Timothy L. Shumar, D.D.G.M.-30 Masonic Night at the Ballpark Aug. 16 was Masonic Fraternity Night at the Erie Seawolves baseball game. Over 60 people attended the picnic and game festivities, as well as 10 DeMolay members.

Award Ceremony On March 15, at a stated meeting and family night at Warren Lodge No. 310, Collegeville, Bro. Jeffrey S. Heller, D.D.G.M. -6, had the honor and privilege of receiving Bro. Rick Reichert, M.W. Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Kansas, and his party.

Bro. Heller and Bro. James A. Armenti, Jr., W.M., presented 25- and 50-year Masonic Service Emblems to several members of the lodge in an open presentation. Grand Master Reichert invested his father, Bro. Frederick W. Reichert, P.M., with his 50-year Masonic Service Emblem. In turn, the lodge surprised Grand Master Reichert with his 25-year Masonic Service Award, as he is also a member of Warren Lodge.

L-r: Bros. James A. Armenti Jr., W.M.; Frederick W. Reichert, P.M.; Rick Reichert, M.W.G.M. of the Grand Lodge of Kansas; and Jeffrey S. Heller, D.D.G.M.-6.

Youth Academic Challenge District 30 sponsored its second annual Youth Academic Challenge (YAC) award program for kids 12 to 14 years of age who are the child, grandchild or great-grandchild

Puppets & Pasta On April 3, over 60 people attended Family Night at Stillwater Lodge No. 547, Youngsville, which featured a puppet show with a family message followed by a spaghetti dinner.

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Honoring Our First Responders

Lodges across the state dedicated programming during the month of May to honoring and celebrating our first responders, who put their lives on the line daily to ensure our safety. The following articles feature ways in which brethren recognized these brave heroes.

On May 13, James Cochran Lodge No. 614, Connellsville, invited two local fire companies, local EMTs and a local drug dog and handler for a picnic dinner. The canine officer and his dog presented a program for the wives and children during the meeting. After the meeting, the lodge honored the 75 first responders in attendance.

On May 1, Lodge No. 366, Union City, honored first responders at a stated meeting. Bob Wolf, the local Fire Chief, gave a presentation on uniforms and personal protective equipment. Then, during a formal program, all honorees received a first responder’s pin.

On May 24, first responders in the Ligonier Valley enjoyed a meal hosted by Ligonier Lodge No. 331, prepared by Bro. Tommy A. Wynkoop, also an EMT. Bro. Gregory A. Sullenberger, a retired PA State Policeman, presented a program on crash scene investigations, and the lodge honored the guests with pins and a certificate of appreciation for each represented organization.

Bob Wolf, Fire Chief, demonstrates personal protective equipment, with assistance from a family member.

L-r: Bros. Jeff Malinowski, P.M., W.M.; and Gerry Eddy, P.M.; Kevin Babcock; Bob Wolf, Fire Chief; and Bros. Bob Borton, P.M.; Ron Burrows, P.M.; and Peter Kraus, D.D.G.M.-24

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On Sept. 11, Rochester Lodge No. 229 led the Pledge of Allegiance and honored 60 first responders at Irvine Park, Beaver. The annual event is organized by the Steel Valley Patriots.

Bro. James G. Camp, III, P.M., gave a brief patriotic history of the Freemasons before leading the Pledge of Alliance.

Sergeant Harry S. Callithen and “Bullet” On June 14, Meridian Lodge No. 411 honored first responders from Enon Valley, Pa.

Bro. Brian E. Peters, J.W., presents a pin to Chris Starkey of Chippewa Fire Department At a joint meeting in May, Butler Lodge No. 272, Victory Lodge No. 694, and William H. Miller Lodge No. 769, all in Butler, honored first responders. Among those honored were Butler Township and Meridian volunteer fire departments, Butler City and Middlesex Township police departments and Bro. and Sergeant Harry S. Callithen, Victory Lodge No. 694, and his K-9 partner “Officer Bullet” of the Butler County Sheriff’s Office.

On Aug, 16, at the lodges’ annual picnic, over 120 members of the Masonic fraternity and their families assembled at Alameda Park, where Bro. Callithen and Officer Bullet demonstrated how they locate drugs and missing persons. Afterward, Bro. Callithen answered questions and the kids and adults had an opportunity to pet Bullet.

First responders from Butler Township and Meridian volunteer fire departments, Butler County and Middlesex Township fire departments, Sergeant Harry S. Callithen and “Bullet” are recognized for their service.

Members of Enon Valley’s EMT and Fire Department and their families.

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“Little Lodges on the Prairie: Freemasonry & Laura Ingalls Wilder” by Teresa Lynn reviewed by Cathy Giaimo, Assistant Librarian, The Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania Many people are familiar with Laura Ingalls Wilder’s tales of prairie life, either through her beloved books or the popular television show, “Little House on the Prairie.” Teresa Lynn, in her book “Little Lodges on the Prairie: Freemasonry & Laura Ingalls Wilder,” discusses the connection the Ingalls and Wilder families and their many friends had to Freemasonry and the Order of the Eastern Star.

Like any good writer about Masonry, Teresa Lynn begins her book with an explanation of Freemasonry and its history. She also discusses the founding of the Order of the Eastern Star, its connection to Freemasonry and how the organization works.

Once the preliminaries are out of the way, Ms. Lynn begins the story of Charles and Caroline Ingalls and the many moves the family endured until they settled permanently in the frontier town of De Smet, S.D., though at the time (1879) it was still a territory.

As the town grew, a Masonic lodge, De Smet Lodge No. 55, was chartered in 1884 and was the lodge that Charles Ingalls joined in 1886. Eventually, in 1891, the Order of Eastern Star formed Bethlehem Chapter No. 13, of which Caroline Ingalls was a charter member. Many of the men and women whom the Ingalls knew and worked with in De Smet also belonged to these same organizations. Eventually, sisters Carrie and Laura Ingalls also joined the De Smet Eastern Star chapter and were heavily involved for most of their adult lives. Carrie transferred her membership in 1913 to the

Mt. Aetna Chapter No. 55, Keystone, S.D., where she was living at the time. Laura transferred her membership to the newly organized Mansfield Chapter No. 76 in 1897 in Mansfield, Mo., where she and Almanzo Wilder lived.

Almanzo joined Mansfield Lodge in 1898 and petitioned the Mansfield Chapter for membership in 1902.

Ms. Lynn recounts the difficulties of frontier living these pioneers encountered and the inspiration for the stories that Laura Ingalls Wilder wrote about.

She also weaves in local history, brief biographies of the many family members and friends of the Ingalls and Wilders and their personal connections to Freemasonry and Eastern Star. Using a bit of creativity, Ms. Lynn lets the reader into a lodge meeting that Charles Ingalls would attend and a chapter meeting that Laura would preside over as Worthy Matron.

Throughout the book, Ms. Lynn reminds us that the important ideas Laura wrote about in her stories: family, faith, education and patriotism to name a few, are reinforced in Freemasonry and Eastern Star and are as important to us today as they were to the Ingalls and Wilders.

If you would like to borrow “Little Lodges on the Prairie” please contact the library at 800-462-0430, ext. 1933, or visit The Masonic Library & Museum online catalog at www.pagrandlodge.org. This book is also available for purchase from the Museum Shop in the Masonic Temple at www.masonicmuseumgifts.com.

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The Franklin Legacy Society is a group of individuals who believe in and support the mission of the Masonic Charities of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania and share their values and traditions. Members of the Franklin Legacy Society have made a commitment to insure that this legacy is continued for future generations by naming one of the Masonic Charities of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania in their Will, life insurance policies, retirement plan, revocable trust or through their estate plans. The society has 398 members, including our 25 newest members for 2014.

Members are recognized on a donor wall at the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown, listed in the Annual Report, invited to special events each year and given a distinctive lapel pin and book clock.

If you have already taken the steps and have made a provision in your estate plans, consider joining the Franklin Legacy Society and receive this beautiful book clock. Or, if you are considering an arrangement as listed above and would like to join the society, please call us at 800-599-6454 or email us at giving@MasonicCharitiesPa.org.

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Help Make a Difference Today Through Masonic Compassionate Care In August, a donor recognition wall was created and installed for those who support the Masonic Compassionate Care Fund. This beautiful and unique way of recognizing donors is located at the Masonic Health Care Center in Elizabethtown and the Sturgeon Health Care Center in Sewickley. Donations received for the Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill, Sewickley and Warminster are recognized on the Mission of Love wall at those locations.

More than a century ago, Pennsylvania Freemasons had a vision to create a safe haven for aging Masons, their families, children and the community.

Masonic leaders planned and developed communities for the purposes of providing exceptional care within the highest quality environments, offering hope to the hopeless and a life worth living regardless of a person’s

ability to pay for the services he or she needed.

Through this vision, the Masonic Villages were born.

For many years, our residents have given the gift of hard work through service, benevolence to others in need and love to family. Their contributions to society have influenced and shaped the lives of people all over the world.

For more than 140 years, the Masonic Villages have maintained the same mission and purpose for residents across the state through Masonic Compassionate Care. While residents’ needs remain constant, the gap between one’s ability to afford good care and what medical insurance and government assistance covers has widened. Health care costs can often exhaust residents’ personal assets, leaving them in need of financial assistance.

Donor Recognition – Levels of Support Supporter Caregiver Friend Companion Family Love

$1,000 - $2,999 $3,000 - $24,999 $25,000 - $99,999 $100,000 - $249,999 $250,000 - $499,999 $500,000 and higher

Your donations to the Masonic Compassionate Care Fund specifically help cover residents’ nursing or personal care costs and reassure them that essential services will be available to them, even if their assets deplete.

With your support, the Mission of Love that was started more than 140 years ago will continue for another century.

Gifts can be directed to either the: (1) Masonic Compassionate Care Fund provides benevolent care to residents who have exhausted their financial resources (2) Endowment Fund - the earnings generated by this fund provide a source of continued financial support for benevolent care.

With gifts of cash, we can put your gift to work right away. Or, you may wish to do a planned gift such as a Charitable Gift Annuity, in your Will through a bequest, or by other planned gift options that better suit your situation.

To help Masonic Compassionate Care live on, or if you have any questions, please contact the Office of Gift Planning at 800-599-6454 or giving@MasonicCharitiesPa.org.

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Job’s Daughters Love JEWELS For many years, the Job’s Daughters of Pennsylvania have held a week-long program at the Masonic Conference Center – Patton Campus in Elizabethtown during the summer. Each year, the program has been different, planned by a new committee with new ideas. In 2014, the program was renamed JEWELS, which is an acronym for Jobie Educational Workshops to Enhance Leadership Skills. A member of Job’s Daughters was appointed to be the Daughter Conference Director, and under her leadership, the week proved to be very successful.

Programs included general education about the national and statewide organization, ritual, the history of the Patton Campus, an introduction to Freemasonry, public speaking, the H.I.K.E. charity, working with different types of people, term planning, fund raising and other sessions to help the girls become effective bethel leaders. The program was so successful that it was decided to continue the same program next year, so that more members can benefit from it. Interest has been expressed by other jurisdictions to get involved and send some of their leaders to participate in 2015.

Job’s Daughters Provide Smiles At the Job’s Daughters’ week-long leadership training program at the Masonic Conference Center – Patton Campus in July, they were given the opportunity for a service project: the creation of craft kits for Caitlin’s Smiles, a charity dedicated to sharing smiles and laughter with children facing chronic or life-threatening illnesses.

Founded in 2004 in memory of Caitlin Hornung, the non-profit organization distributes arts and crafts kits to hospitals, giving children an outlet for creativity and the means to heightened feelings of self-worth.

Forty-six Job’s Daughters and two hours of time is all it took to create 43 craft kits to be given to the charity for distribution among hospitals. While the Daughters enjoyed being able to bring smiles to those who are facing these chronic illnesses, they, themselves, smiled knowing they were doing something good.

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Major Change in DeMolay Education Program throughout the week to supplement their knowledge.

Students and instructors worked hand-in-hand on capstone projects that they presented to the conference at the end of the week.

These included skits, programs, ritual performances and planning a full-scale community service event for residents of the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown. The Sweethearts, working together with the rest of the conference, were able to raise more than $1,000 for the Children’s Dyslexia Centers, PA DeMolay’s State Charity, through a cold water challenge.

In total, 80 different courses were offered to the young men and DeMolay Sweethearts, with the expectation that they take the lessons home to their chapters to help them grow and succeed over the coming year.

From Aug. 3 - 9, the Patton Campus in Elizabethtown was transformed from a mild-mannered conference center to a full-blown college campus. Nearly 90 DeMolays, along with close to 40 advisors from more than a dozen jurisdictions and four DeMolay Sweethearts came together for the 28th annual Key Man Conference, dubbed Key Man University, or “KMU” for short.

This new version of the Key Man experience was pioneered by the conference directors: “Dad” Zack Panitzke, “Dad” Dan Loughin and Bro. Nick Capes, Past State Master Councilor of Illinois. This year marked a significant shift in PA DeMolay’s Key Man program model, which successfully provided participants a significantly greater choice of topics than ever before to study, practice and master.

With multiple departments, including Ritual, Sweethearts, Communications and Media, Education, Personal Development and more, attendees were able to “major” in an area of DeMolay study and spend a week getting in-depth training and knowledge on that subject. DeMolays could also choose “minor” and “elective” classes

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Recognition Plaque Unveiled at PMYF

Members of Williamson Corinthian Lodge No. 368, Philadelphia, unveiled a plaque (above, left) at the flag pole they donated at the Masonic Conference Center in Elizabethtown on Autumn Day. Pictured above, l-r: Bros. Thomas R. Labagh, Executive Director, PMYF; Thomas Gamon IV, R.W. Junior Grand Warden; Jason Bean, Junior Warden; Samuel C. Williamson, R.W.P.G.M.; Brian Moore, Worshipful Master; Robert J. Bateman, R.W. Grand Master; Raymond T. Dietz, R.W. Deputy Grand Master; Lou Eggert, Senior Warden; S. Eugene Herritt, R.W. Junior Grand Warden; Steve Kornfeld, Chaplain; Rick Freedman, P.M.; and Fred Navarreto.

Delaware Valley Rainbow Assembly Instituted!

On Sept. 21, Delaware Valley Rainbow Assembly #191, working under authorization of Letters Temporary, officially started at Concord Lodge No. 627, Concordville. Fourteen petitions for membership were presented to the advisory board for approval. Upon receipt, the Supreme Assembly of the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls sent a commission to institute.

This historic day started with the Ceremony of Institution, with Concord Lodge as the sponsoring body. Worshipful Master Raymond Korczynski welcomed all guests and introduced the Instituting Officer, Kathryn Webster, Jr., Past Grand Worthy Advisor. The other instituting officers were: Betsy Stowinsky, Grand Drill Leader, Instituting Marshal; Katie Lasswell, Grand Chaplain, Instituting Chaplain; Sara McConnell, Grand Treasurer, Instituting Recorder; and Mrs. Linda Jolly, Grand Deputy, Instituting Musician. At the conclusion of the Institution Ceremony, the new Assembly became Delaware Valley No. 191 LT. Over 100 guests and visitors then witnessed a beautiful Initiation ceremony. Ashley Loeb, Grand Worthy Advisor, and other Grand Officers initiated the first class into Delaware Valley Assembly. Distinguished guests included: Grand Master Robert Bateman; Bro. Arthur Bartholomew, D.D.G.M.-36; HelenBeth Vilchek, Worthy Grand Matron, and Frank Einsel, Worthy Grand Patron, Order of the Eastern Star; and William Bright, Grand Royal Patron, Order of Amaranth.

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MASONIC SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE Over $125,000 in scholarships was given out in 2014 and another $55,000 promised as conditional recurring awards by the Pennsylvania Masonic Youth Foundation (PMYF) through its Educational Endowment Fund. In 2015, it is estimated that between 55 and 60 students will be selected to receive awards ranging from $1,000 to $3,000, including multi-year awards.

The annual program runs through March 15, 2015, which is the final submission date for applications. Applicants MUST PLAN AHEAD to file on time, as copies of school transcripts and current tax returns or the FAFSA form must accompany the application.

The committee requires a minimum 3.0 GPA and strong financial need to make an award.

Fraternal activities and community service matters only when the other conditions have been met. The program is competitive in that

the current year’s applicants are measured against each other to determine need and likelihood for success.

Along with the Educational Endowment Fund Scholarships, the 2015 Scholarship Resource Guide provides information on 56 other scholarships, grants and loan opportunities for Masons, their siblings, children and grandchildren; members of the Masonic-related youth groups; Acacia fraternity members; and residents or graduates of the Masonic Children’s Home. Most of these additional scholarship opportunities require the submission of a separate application, and all of the requirements and application details are included in the guide.

The Masonic Scholarship Resource Guide for the 2015 program and the 2015 application are now available at www.pmyf org.

HOW TO ESTABLISH A SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Establishing a scholarship program within the PMYF brings several benefits.

First and foremost, all contributions to the fund become tax-deductible, as they are being given to the Foundation, which has been recognized as a non-profit charitable organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service Code.

A second significant advantage to using the PMYF program is that there are absolutely NO ADMINISTRATIVE FEES charged against these restricted funds, so that all the money is working toward your scholarship objectives.

The principal of your fund and all income it generates is the sum of restricted gifts to the PMYF. The monies no longer belong to the group/individual, but the group/individual can control, by resolution, how the income and the principal are to be disbursed. Investment of your scholarship program will be accomplished within a consolidated fund of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, which can maximize fund growth through its careful and prudent investment policies. The PMYF cannot use these restricted funds in any manner contrary to your restricted designation. When making

The PMYF Educational Endowment Fund was created to provide scholarship opportunities to the youth of our fraternity. It was also created to help lodges, other Masonic bodies and individuals to establish restricted scholarship programs without the hassles of administering the funds or granting the awards.

Several lodges and individual donors have already taken advantage of this unique opportunity. They have made initial contributions into the Educational Endowment Fund, restricting the award of income off their funds to benefit members, children or other people of specific interest to them. These lodges plan to continue to contribute to their restricted funds so that more awards can be made over the years, without depleting the principal.

Almost any kind of restriction may be placed upon the funds, so that only applicants who meet your criteria will receive them. Typical restrictions might be applied to a geographical area, relationship to a group’s membership, scholastic ability or program of study.

a decision to establish a scholarship program, you must recognize that the decision is not reversible, and there is no option to dissolve or reclaim the fund.

Administration of your scholarship program can be accomplished entirely through the Educational Endowment Fund Committee, or in cooperation with a committee of your own. The Foundation staff would be glad to meet with any individual or committee and talk through the process of establishing a scholarship program that works for you.

If you have further questions about the Educational Endowment Fund or the Pennsylvania Masonic Youth Foundation, please contact us at pmyf@pagrandlodge.org or write to: PMYF Scholarships, 1244 Bainbridge Road, Elizabethtown, PA 17022

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His Passion for History and Architecture Led Him to the City of Brotherly Love ... and to Freemasonry

Adam Heese decided to attend Drexel University in Philadelphia partly because as a lifelong “history and architecture buff,” he knew the city had a lot to offer. In his explorations, he came across the “glorious” Masonic Temple and wanted to learn what it was all about. Once he explored it, he was truly fascinated to learn that icons like George Washington and Marquis de Lafayette were Masons.

He asked how he could get involved.

“I was looking for something different than what my peers in college were doing most of the time,” Bro. Heese recalls.

Bro. Heese became a Mason in 2000, upon receiving a dispensation to join at age 20 instead of 21 by then-Grand Master James L. Ernette, who shares his hometown of Latrobe.

He went on to lead Melita Lodge No. 295, Philadelphia, as Worshipful Master at age 25 during its 150th Anniversary. “I was honored to be Worshipful Master during such a historic anniversary,” he said.

“It’s a great brotherhood. I’ve met people who’ve become my best friends and advisors in life,” he said, naming Bros. Tom Toscani, Bill Kingsbury and Melita Lodge Secretary Kevin McCann among his mentors. “From raising a family to corporate life, these brothers are going through the trials and tribulations of life a few years ahead of me, so I look to them at times for guidance and friendship.” He enjoys the fraternal aspect of the brotherhood best, sitting down and talking with brothers before or after lodge meetings over a meal or a drink, learning about their experiences.

While he admittedly didn’t know the extent of the operations of the Masonic Villages before being appointed to the board by R.W. Past Grand Master Jay W. Smith in 2012, Bro. Heese was

open to the opportunity to give back to the fraternity he loves. “Having over 2,000 bosses (residents) was an interesting prospect,” he said.

“The Masonic Villages are truly a special place.

“When my grandparents became of the age to be in a retirement community, I don’t remember thinking of it as a happy place … but now, I look at where our brothers and their families are living, and it’s wonderful. Everyone knows the Masonic Villages are impressive because of the physical facilities, but many of the younger fraternity members probably don’t realize the superior level of care provided, as well as the breadth of the mission.”

His purpose for serving is simple. “To walk through the campus and see the smiles on residents’ faces when they see you coming,” Bro. Heese says, “… Everyone knows Joe (Murphy, CEO) and smiles at him and tells him how happy they are here. Seeing people who have had a full life continue to enjoy their years, it feels good to contribute to that through the decisions the board makes. I’m a finance guy, so I contribute what I’ve learned in my career – but I really enjoy it because it’s personally rewarding. It’s a golden opportunity for me to serve the fraternity on a greater scale. I’m getting a lot more back than I’m putting into this position.”

Bro. Heese is a Senior Tax Analyst for

Kennametal, Inc., which manufactures industrial tooling products. After graduating from Drexel in 2003, he went on to earn his Master’s of Taxation from American University in Washington, D.C., in 2009.

When Bro. Heese isn’t working or volunteering on the Masonic Villages’ board of directors, his focus is on his family: his wife, Kelly, and their four children: Christopher, 7; Charles, 5; Katherine, 3; and Oliver, 8 months.

He enjoys shuttling the older children to their flag football games and tumbling dance classes and other activities, or taking a family visit to a local park on the weekends.

“Our fraternity has gotten smaller over the years, so we need to determine how to best reach out to the next generation and bring them into the lodge to experience the brotherhood that isn’t available in general society,” Bro. Heese said. Years ago, the Friend to Friend membership drive and the noble concept of “making good men better” spoke to him.

And that’s just what happened. Not only did Bro. Heese become a better man, but he now gives back by helping to make our Masonic Villages better for all.

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R.W. Past Grand Master Arthur J. Kurtz Recognized On Sept. 19, the Masonic Villages’ board of directors recognized the late R.W. Past Grand Master Arthur J. Kurtz for establishing retirement living at the Masonic Villages of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania. A plaque was hung to honor him outside the retirement living clubhouse in Elizabethtown. The first retirement living community was planned and approved and ground was broken during his term, 1988-1989. The first residents moved in the following year. Bro. and Mrs. Kurtz moved into the community in 2005.

“Bro. Kurtz’s vision, leadership and team approach led to the creation of retirement living as we know it today,” Bro. Joseph E. Murphy, Chief Executive Officer, said.

Front row, l-r: R.W. Grand Master Robert J. Bateman; Mrs. Jane Kurtz; and Bro. Jeffrey Coy, R.W. Grand Treasurer. Middle row, l-r: Bros. Mark A. Haines, R.W. Grand Secretary; Raymond T. Dietz, R.W. Deputy Grand Master; S. Eugene Herritt, R.W. Senior Grand Warden; and Thomas Gamon IV, R.W. Junior Grand Warden. Back row, l-r: Bros. Jeffrey M. Wonderling; Adam Heese; Timothy P. Templeton; Jeff A. Biddle; and William H. Dickey

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Celebrate the Holiday Season with Masonic Villages!

See our campuses dressed for the season, and enjoy special holiday events with friends and loved ones.

Arts & Music Celebration

Give Yourself a Gift for the Holidays

Wednesday, Dec. 3 • Drop in 12 - 3 p.m.

Irem Clubhouse, 64 Ridgway Drive, Dallas, PA To help us prepare, please RSVP by Dec. 1: 570-675-1866

1000 Masonic Drive, Sewickley, PA Learn more during a personal visit by calling: 412-749-6862

Masonic Village at Dallas

‘Tis the Season to Celebrate! Join us for our annual free Arts and Music Celebration. Peruse artwork by community and local artists while enjoying tunes by local musicians.

Decorated for the season, the Irem Clubhouse will serve an array of hors d’oeuvres and refreshments. While you’re here, tour the Masonic Village apartments and villas. Experience security, convenience and amenities at this community set amidst the beautiful Endless Mountain Region.

Masonic Village at Sewickley

Limited Time Only! Live the Good Life at Masonic Village.

Give yourself and your loved ones the gift of a carefree retirement with new friendships, the perfect home and abundant amenities.

New residents who reserve a One-Bedroom (A1) Apartment Nov. 1 through Dec. 31, 2014, will receive the following: $10,000 credit to spend any way you want. If you move in 60 days from reservation, you will receive an additional $5,000. *Includes standard meal plan.

Discover an active 60+ community with 60 acres of amenities, and leave the winter labors to us!

Holiday Lunch & Learn Sights & Sounds Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill of the Season Thursday, Dec. 4 • 10 a.m.

801 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA Register by calling 610-828-5760

Masonic Village at Elizabethtown

Thursday, Dec. 18 • Drop in 1 - 4 p.m.

Join us for seasonal entertainment, refreshments and lunch while One Masonic Drive, Elizabethtown, PA discovering Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill. Perfectly situated For more details, call 800-676-6452 to provide peaceful suburban living coupled with easy access to Philadelphia, Masonic Village offers on-campus amenities including a wellness center, bowling alley, parties, two restaurants, clubs and much more. Experience financial security like never before.

Through the winter, work will continue on the 60 new apartments offering premium features like a walk-in closet, stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, and a balcony or patio. These apartments are going fast! Reserve now to choose your ideal home.

Enjoy the holidays with culinary delights, refreshments and the Harmony Chorale’s sounds of the season at 2 p.m. in the Brossman Ballroom.

Discover the best years of your life at Masonic Village at Elizabethtown with live entertainment, parties, lifelong learning classes, clubs, wellness classes and more. We take care of home maintenance, so you have the freedom to explore and enjoy retirement.

With apartments, suites and cottages in a variety of price ranges and floor plans, Masonic Village provides options for everyone.

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Qty. Capital Need Masonic Village at Elizabethtown 10 Cordmate Necklaces 2 Door Alarms Massages or Healing Touch for Pain 10 iPods & iPod Docking Stations 1 Pulse Oximeter 2 Temporal Thermometers 1 Ping Pong Table 8 Trees - 6.5 ft. Ficus Tree (Artificial) 5 iPads 5 Computer Tablets 11 Stereo Systems 5 Bariatric Mattresses 1 Eva Pneumatic Platform Walker 4 Sleeper Chairs 5 Wheelchairs - Broda 2 Bariatric Ceiling Lifts 1 Portable Sound System 2 Beds - Pivot 2 Lifts - Overhead 1 NuStep Machine 2 Piano (Roland - Acoustic) 4 Wheelchair Glider Swings 1 Treadmill for Rehab Dept.

1 Wheelchair Shuttle Cart 1 Dental Digital Imaging Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill 28 Televisions 1 Spirit of Philadelphia Lunch Cruise Outing District of Columbia Museums w/Lunch & Transportation Harvest Ball Event Drama Lessons/Activities for Residents Masonic Village at Sewickley 1 Hand Rail Tilt and Roll Scale 3 Yamaha Digital Pianos 1 ARJO Sit to Stand Lift 1 4 Channel E Stimulation (Electric) 1 ARJO Maxi Lift Masonic Village at Dallas 1 Portable Fire Ring 1 Bocce Ball Equipment 1 Wii Game Set 1 Golf Fund 2 Handicap Accessible Picnic Tables 1 Gazebo Masonic Village at Warminster 10 Wood Working Kits 1 Movie Collection DVD 2 Aromatherapy Kits 1 Fish Aquarium 1 Gazebo 1 Pergola with Awning

Cost Per Item $47 $50 $65 $100 $125 $425 $500 $500 $600 $700 $1,000 $1,600 $1,800 $2,000 $2,100 $2,500 $2,502 $3,700 $4,667 $5,600 $6,000 $6,000 $10,200 $14,000 $25,000 $400 $1,950 $2,400 $2,500 $3,000 $1,550 $1,500 $4,100 $4,400 $7,400 $190 $300 $300 $500 $900 $10,532 $100 $200 $220 $300 $8,000 $6,000

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WISH LIST ITEMS OFFICE OF GIFT PLANNING

800-599-6454

Thank you to the following individuals who have provided for the following items since the last issue: Masonic Children’s Home: Anonymous: Tablet Computers, Passenger Van and other unspecified items Bro. Walter Balliet: Computers Bro. James A. and Doralice P. Hinton, CRUT: Unspecified Items Evelyn Hunter-Longdon: Computers for Longdon Cottage Bro. Ronald D. McKnight: Unspecified items Masonic Village at Elizabethtown: Abraham C. Treichler Lodge No. 682: Food Slicer Bro. Jeffrey and Nancy Hoyt: Specialty Wheelchairs Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill: Anonymous: Pulse Oximeter Jerusalem Lodge No. 506: TVs Barbara Shields: Various Wish List Items Masonic Village at Sewickley: Anonymous: Altar Linen and Communion Chalice Nancy Garcia: Bible There is an all-inclusive wish list posted on the Masonic Charities website at www.MasonicCharitiesPA.org, or feel free to contact the Office of Gift Planning at 800-599-6454.

Please note that if funds donated for any item listed are oversubscribed, the funds will be used for additional wish list items or needs in the same service area.

Masonic Charities

Loyalty Club

A New Way to Support the Masonic Charities Consider joining this program we are offering our donors – a program to simplify and extend your support.

Benefits of Joining:

• Easier to fulfill charitable commitments • Strengthens support for the organization’s mission • Allows you to contribute even when you’re away • Easier personal budgeting • You don’t have to worry about your checks being lost or stolen

Here’s How It Works:

You authorize a specified amount of money to be electronically transferred directly from your checking account to our organization’s account monthly.

It is fast, safe and easy! In fact, it is less risky than checks, as

it cannot be lost, stolen or destroyed. The monthly electronic transfer or credit card charge will cost you NOTHING. We will give you proof of your donations at the end of the year for tax purposes, and your monthly bank statement or credit card statement will provide you with a record of transfer as additional proof of your donations.

Of course, you can cancel your authorization at any time by notifying us in writing. But we believe that once you have enjoyed the convenience and savings of this program, you won’t want to go back to the “old fashioned” way of donating.

To be a part of the Masonic Charities Loyalty Club, visit our website at www.MasonicCharitiesPa.org and click on “Provide a Recurring Gift” or call 800-599-6454.

www.MasonicCharitiesPa.org Financial information about Masonic Charities can be obtained by contacting us at 1-800-599-6454. In addition, Masonic Charities is required to file financial information with several states. Colorado: Colorado residents may obtain copies of registration and financial documents from the office of the Secretary of State, (303) 894-2680, http://www.sos.state.co.us/. Florida: SC No. 00774, A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE, WITHIN THE STATE, 1-800-HELP-FLA. Georgia: full and fair description of the programs and activities of Masonic Charities and its financial statement are available upon request at the address indicated above. Illinois: Contracts and reports regarding Masonic Charities are on file with the Illinois Attorney General. Maryland: For the cost of postage and copying, documents and information filed under the Maryland charitable organizations laws can be obtained from the Secretary of State, Charitable Division, State House, Annapolis, MD 21401, (800) 825-4510. Michigan: MICS No. 11796 Mississippi: The official registration and financial information of Masonic Charities may be obtained from the Mississippi Secretary of State’s office by calling 1-888-236-6167. New Jersey: INFORMATION FILED WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL CONCERNING THIS CHARITABLE SOLICITATION AND THE PERCENTAGE OF CONTRIBUTIONS RECEIVED BY THE CHARITY DURING THE LAST REPORTING PERIOD THAT WERE DEDICATED TO THE CHARITABLE PURPOSE MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE ATTORNEY GENERAL BY CALLING (973) 504-6215 AND IS AVAILABLE ON THE INTERNET AT www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/ocp.htm#charity. REGISTRATION WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT. New York: A copy of the latest annual report can be obtained from the organization or from the Office of the Attorney General by writing the Charities Bureau, 120 Broadway, New York, NY 10271. North Carolina: Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 1-888-830-4989. Pennsylvania: The official registration and financial information of Masonic Charities may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll-free, within Pennsylvania, 1-800-732-0999. Virginia: Financial statements are available from the State Office of Consumer Affairs, P.O. Box 1163, Richmond, VA 23218. Washington: The notice of solicitation required by the Charitable Solicitation Act is on file with the Washington Secretary of State, and information relating to financial affairs of Masonic Charities is available from the Secretary of State, and the toll-free number for Washington residents: 1-800-332-4483. West Virginia: West Virginia residents may obtain a summary of the registration and financial documents from the Secretary of State, State Capitol, Charleston, WV 25305. REGISTRATION IN THE ABOVE STATES DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL OR RECOMMENDATION OF MASONIC CHARITIES BY THE STATE.