From the preceptor

Holding a Masonic ceremony rehearsal via Zoom is generally considered a bad idea due to several key factors that compromise the integrity, purpose, and traditions of the Craft indeed many Lodges and Grand Lodges have advised against it:  Obligation to privacy and confidentiality Security risks: Platforms like Zoom, while offering security features, still carry inherent risks… Continue reading From the preceptor

Double Celebration

The Lodge recently held a very special double celebration in honour of a truly dedicated Freemason, W.Bro. Ian Harding, marking his 50 years of service to the Craft and celebrating his 87th Birthday. W.Bro. Ian’s Masonic journey began on 10th March 1976 when he was initiated into Carmel Lodge No. 4774. At that time, the… Continue reading Double Celebration

News from Grand Lodge

NEWS FROM GRAND LODGE The Board has been asked to give guidance on the relationship between Freemasonry and Religion following recent Press reports of a reaffirmation by the Vatican of its ban on Roman Catholics becoming Freemasons. Grand Lodge approved the following statement in September 1962 and the Board sees no reason to recommend any… Continue reading News from Grand Lodge

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Freemasons take lead role in NHS frontline worker’s day

FREEMASONS TAKE LEAD ROLE IN NHS FRONTLINE WORKERS’ DAY @UGLE_GrandLodge @nhsfrontlineday   The inaugural celebration of NHS, Social Care and Frontline Workers’ Day is set to take place on 5 July 2021, with Freemasons leading the event. The United Grand Lodge of England (UGLE), the governing body for Freemasons, is inviting its 200,000 members to… Continue reading Freemasons take lead role in NHS frontline worker’s day

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The Minutes Zoom meeting held Friday 19th March, 2021 at 7.00 pm.

As usual, the meeting had begun early and was already in full flow before the official start time of 7.00 pm., only three members and the Almoner joined  about 7.00pm and later (still learning how to drive the wonders of modern technology) – the Senior Warden W. Bro. Mike Thomas again in the absence of the… Continue reading The Minutes Zoom meeting held Friday 19th March, 2021 at 7.00 pm.

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Promotions in Royal Arch Chapter

More good news W.Bro John Hatherley has been promoted to Past Provincial Grand Registrar in Chapter W.Bro Roger Andrews has been promoted to Past Provincial Grand Scribe Nehemiah in Chapter Both Brethren have been stalwarts in both the Craft and Chapter for many years. Well deserved promotions. Congratulations Brethren.

Minutes of informal Zoom meeting held Friday 19th February, 2021 at 7.00 pm.

The meeting was already in full flight at 7.00 pm – the W. Master was in attendance together with the Senior Warden W. Bro. Mike Thomas who made everybody welcome. W. Bro. Tony H. was asked if he would record the evenings business.   The members who logged on were:  Mike Thomas – Dave Cox… Continue reading Minutes of informal Zoom meeting held Friday 19th February, 2021 at 7.00 pm.

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The Minutes of an informal Zoom meeting Friday, 5th February, 2021

The meeting opened at 7.10 pm – W. Bro. Mike Thomas greeted the brethren and made them welcome. W. Bro. Tony H. acted as secretary to record the evenings business. The members who logged on were:  Mike Thomas – Dave Cox –  Roy Williams – Harold Jones – Roland Hughes – Andy Davy – John Hatherley… Continue reading The Minutes of an informal Zoom meeting Friday, 5th February, 2021