From the Chaplin Dec 2011
To all of my Brothers in Pearl of the West: I am very pleased to be back among my fellow Brothers, after our annual sojourn to Maine. We trust that all had a great summer, and are eager to continue the Lodge’s business of strengthening Pearl of the West, by continuing to bring new members [...]
From the South
Brethren, The year 2011 is almost to a close, which is unbelievable. We have made an enormous number of positive advances and I know that next year will yield similar results as well. For me, there are almost too many people to thank. Those that assisted me know who they are and I cannot express [...]
FROM THE EAST 2011
My eminent Brothers, My years coming up the line has truly produced a better Mason, and has given me some interesting insights of our Craft as it exists in practice today, which has allowed me to learn much about myself. One lesson that I’ve learned from observation and experience is that Masonry is not the [...]
From the West Dec 2011
The holiday season is here and we’re bringing an end to the year. The Lodge has done a lot in this last year and we’ve also contributed a lot to the Fraternity and our Community.
From the South September 2011
Brethren, The month of August has been both busy and restful for Pearl of the West. As most of you know, while other Lodges sleep in the summer, we have been continuing to operate, both for business purposes and for the purpose of performing degree work; a task of the Brethren which is much less [...]
From the East September 2011
My exalted Brothers, August was a slow month by our Lodge’s standards, but at the same time, we did accomplish much as we typically do. Our Stated Communication saw much needed conversation about challenges our Lodge faces, most importantly our budget deficit and relocation. Many ideas were offered by W:. Ray Vance, R:.W:. Ron Newton, [...]
From the West September 2011
Brothers, I hope this finds you well. The last few weeks we have had a lot going on. I’d like to start off by paying my respects to Brother’s Jim Bierce and Jack Tocco. These Brothers have finished their labor and have moved on to the Celestial Lodge above. I offer my condolences to their [...]
From the South August 2011
Brethren, Greetings from the South! As I am sure you have heard July has been quite a busy, exciting and productive month. We have had the unique opportunities of hosting the Boy Scouts for safety instruction, the District Deputy Grand Master and his entourage and a Master Mason Degree, too!
From the West August 2011
Brothers, I would like to thank everyone who came out to the Independence Day Celebration we held with the Springtime Commandery. It was very successful and we’ve gained a few potential members through it. Brothers Watson and Mayo and I made our way into the dunk tank and got dunked quite a few times. It [...]
From the east August 2011
My esteemed Brothers, Wow, what a FANTASTIC July we’ve had! It was busy all around, but great things were accomplished! We had an Independence Day celebration on July 2nd which saw over 100 Brothers, family, and friends walk through our doors, Districts 20 and 21 received the new Most Worshipful Grand Master at the Masonic [...]
