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(by Jennifer Jones, The Scottish Sun, 3 November 2024)

 

A SCOTS Freemasons insider has revealed the real reason why the former leader quit suddenly. The Rev Canon Dr Joseph Morrow took over as Grand Master of The Freemasons of Scotland last year. The 69-year-old had pledged to modernise “the craft” when he began to head up the Grand Lodge, founded in 1736, last November. Morrow pledged to oversee reform and widen recruitment and said at the time: “We will expand the global presence of Scottish freemasonry by inspiring our members to enjoy their involvement and by attracting new members. “This will be achieved by cultivating a positive culture of inclusivity and a meaningful impact on our communities.” This included making the all-male fraternal organisation more open and… read more:

 

 

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(by Tony Bryant, SUR in English, 1 November 2024)

 

The Masonic Lodge of Friendship 37 in Los Boliches has made a donation of 1,000 euros to Fuensocial, a Costa del Sol-based association of parents of people with functional diversity that was founded in 1982. The Freemasons lodge donates a considerable amount of money each year to local charities, although Fuensocial is its main charity recipient. Several of the brothers from the lodge visited the charity’s Fuengirola branch earlier this week to present the cheque, after which, they were given a tour of the “marvellous facilities”. Worshipful Brother Garry Jones praised the “fantastic work” and also “the love and patience that is shown by… read more:

 

 

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(by Eddie Trizzino, Butler Eagle, October 30, 2024)

 

Getting to hang out with his friends is a benefit of being in the Butler chapter of the DeMolay for 12-year-old Jameson Curran, but the service he performs as a member of the group is a positive, too. On Saturday, Nov. 2, Jameson will lead the ceremonies commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Lorraine DeMolay Chapter, a youth Masonic organization. Current and former members of the chapter will attend the centennial celebration, and Jameson said he is happy to be… read more:

 

 

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(by Jo Barnes, yahoo! news, 29 October 2024)

 

Seventy-five children from families where domestic abuse has been a factor, and where the families have chosen to stay together, will receive support thanks to a grant from South Wales Freemasons to the Calan Domestic Violence Services charity. The £55,000 grant will fund a children and young people’s worker who will support the delivery of Calan’s Inspiring Families Programme, which aims to develop trust and motivation in the non-abusive parent so they will have a clearer understanding of the impact that the abuse has had on the way they think. One of the aims of the programme is to hear and empower the voice of the children. With the continued funding the charity will continue to… read more:

 

 

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(by David Petesch, Shaw Social, October 27, 2024)

 

Geneva Masonic Lodge #139 marked its 170th anniversary this month and celebrated with an open house event at the lodge at 10 S. Second St. in Downtown Geneva. About 40 people gathered outside the lodge just before noon for the ribbon cutting and to hear speeches from the Geneva Lodge’s Worshipful Master Eric Johnson, Chamber of Commerce Chair Mike Olesen, Mayor Kevin Burns and the Worshipful Grand Master of… read more:

 

 

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(by Liana Webster, Murray Bridge News, October 23, 2024 )

 

A $100,000 donation from the Murray Bridge Freemasons Lodge will help Lions hearing dogs undergo vital training to help people with hearing impairments. The donation, last Wednesday, resulted from a collaboration between the Murray Bridge Lodge and Freemasons SA and NT. Lions Hearing Dogs provide assistance dogs to people with hearing impairments. The freemasons presented them with a cheque at the Lions Hearing Dogs headquarters in the Adelaide Hills on October 16. The $100,000 will be directed towards the training and placement of assistance dogs, covering costs associated with dog care, including… read more:

 

 

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(by Sophie Skyring, ElyStandard, 25th Ocrober 2024)

 

Thousands of people living with dementia and their carers are set to enjoy classic movies. This is thanks to a £30,000 grant from Cambridgeshire Freemasons. The grant will support Viva’s “Silver Screens” project, which aims to reduce isolation among those living with dementia and their carers in East Cambridgeshire. The initiative offers a safe and welcoming environment for socialising and reliving happy memories. It makes cinema inclusive and accessible for all, with affordable tickets and a place to socialise over a… read more:

 

 

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(by Brenda Schory, Shaw Local, October 21, 2024)

 

As the Geneva Masonic Lodge No. 139 marked its 170th year this month, members will host an open house for the public after a Geneva Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cutting ceremony at noon, Friday, Oct. 25, 10 S. Second St., Geneva. Senior Warden Jacob McConnell of St. Charles said the organization has 109 members who come from Geneva, St. Charles, Batavia, Elburn, Sugar Grove, Aurora and surrounding towns. The open house will feature artifacts, such as the Lodge’s original 1854 Bible, he… read more:

 

 

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(by Tabitha Wilson, Warrington Guardian, 19th October 2024)

 

Domville Lodge, which meets at the Spread Eagle Hotel in Lymm, commemorated its centenary on Friday, October 11, in the presence of the Right Worshipful Provincial Grand Master of Cheshire Masons, David Dyson, and his deputy, Simon Medland KC. Domville Lodge’s history dates back to 1913, with its first informal meetings being held in Waide’s Cafeteria, Lymm. Following the outbreak of the First World War, these discussions were put on… read more:

 

 

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(by Kenneth Wong, Merritt Herald, October 18, 2024)

 

Facing a critical shortage of members, the Merritt Freemasons are on a mission to attract new members. With dwindling numbers, Nicola Lodge No. 53 is encouraging younger community members to join and help preserve their legacy of fellowship, charity, and moral development. “Grand Lodge says, let people know what you do in the community,” said Master Mason William Ernest Starr. “Young people just aren’t joining anymore.” Located on… read more:

 

 

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(by Kevin Clark, Sunderland Echo, 18th October 2024)

 

A Sunderland football team is hitting the road with a little help from its friends. Farringdon Detached Football Club has been handed a new minibus, worth almost £70,000, after local Freemasons appealed to the organisation’s national Mark Benevolent Fund. Set up in 1868 on the suggestion of the Reverend George Raymond Portal, the ‘Masons’ Grand Master of the Mark, the fund aims to provide rapid assistance to worthy causes which needs help quickly., without time-consuming red tape. The fund’s Charities Manager… read more:

 

 

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(by Nub News Reporter, Maldon Nub News, 16th October 2024)

 

Four adventurous Brothers from the Blackwater Masonic Lodge soared thousands of feet above Beccles, Suffolk to support a charity. In an exhilarating display of camaraderie and community spirit, four dedicated Freemasons from Blackwater Lodge No. 1977 leapt from the clouds in a thrilling sky dive to raise funds for ‘Autism Anglia’, a cause close to their hearts. These adventurous brothers soared thousands of feet above Beccles, Suffolk, showcasing their commitment to philanthropy and community service. The Freemasons, known for their charitable work and community involvement, are taking their commitment to new heights—literally! The sky dive event was not only an exhilarating experience for the participants but inspired other members to contribute over £2,500 to a very worthy cause. Autism Anglia is… read more:

 

 

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(by Steve Brandy, VCF, October 16, 2024)

 

James Peplow II, the presiding officer of Olive Branch 38 Masonic Lodge presented donation checks from the lodge and matching grant checks from the Illinois Masonic Children’s Assistance Program or IMCAP, to representatives of Rose’s Food for the Children and Fair Hope Children’s Ministry, before the lodge meeting Tuesday October 15, 2024. The checks totaled $1000 to each organization. The lodge has supported each of these organizations in the past and fully believes in the mission of each of them. Rose’s Food for the Children provides weekend meals for food insecure elementary and middle school aged children during the school year. They routinely provide food for 425-450 Danville children who might not otherwise get meals. The lodge’s donation will help them purchase the food needed for the… read more:

 

 

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(by Donna Williams, EuroWeekly, 12 October 2024)

 

On October 5, the Javea 40 Lodge of Freemasons hosted an incredibly glamorous evening. The event took place at the Marriott Hotel in Denia and it gave the ladies the perfect opportunity to steal the show! The evening, led by Worshipful Master Robin Tillbrook and his wife Teresa, was in honour of the valuable support given by the wives and partners, and in particular the vital role they play in the lodge’s charitable… read more:

 

 

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(by Phoebe Ozanne, Beccles & Bungay, 12th October 2024)

 

That is the message from members of a society that is perceived to have a mysterious element to its members and their arcane rights, including their peculiar handshakes. And now, the world of the Freemasons is opening its doors in a Suffolk town as part of a bid to remove their shroud of secrecy. However, the Halesworth Freemasons still admit they have a secret side to their activities which could be seen to… read more:

 

 

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(by Sophie Day, Gazette, 12th October 2024)

 

An open day in Basingstoke revealed the activities of Freemasons in their lodges, aiming to “de-mystify” the organisation. The event took place at the Basingstoke Masonic Hall on Saturday, September 28, offering a peek into one of the world’s oldest and largest non-religious, non-political, fraternal, and charitable organisations. Five craft lodges—Oakley, Elvetham, Basing, Vyne, and Loddon—provided guided tours of the lodge room and displayed examples of… read more:

 

 

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(by Craig Bunday, Northampton Chronicle & Echo, 8th October 2024)

 

At least 450 patients with dementia admitted to the Dementia and Frailty wards at Northampton General Hospital (NGH), quite possibly many more, will receive help and support from a dedicated professional thanks to a grant from Northamptonshire & Huntingdonshire Freemasons to the Northamptonshire Carers charity. The £57,000 grant will directly support the patient with dementia and their carers, as well as other family members and ward staff, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to increase their ability to look after the person with dementia independently. Providing a wraparound service means that… read more:

 

 

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(by Newsdesk, Charity Today, 10th October 2024)

 

Park Lane Stables (PLS) is an award-winning RDA (Riding for the Disabled Association) centre with a wide programme of activities, including assisted riding, horse care, carriage driving, equine therapy and hippotherapy. Based in Teddington in southwest London, it is one of the few remaining urban stables in Greater London with horses and humans alike at the heart of the local community. The £10,000 grant from the London Freemason charity has enabled PLS to allow members of our team to attend a specific training course to upskill and become qualified counsellors, enabling them to offer more services to more people who otherwise might be waiting for mental health intervention. The impact of this is immeasurable as the outcome without intervention is unthinkable. For example, a parent contacted PLS regarding their teenage daughter who would not leave the house but had expressed an interest in horses. PLS engaged the daughter immediately with no waiting time and no charge to the family. The positive impact this has… read more:

 

 

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(by editorial board, e-know.ca, October 7, 2024)

 

Fisher Peak Lodge No. 34, The Freemasons, installed their new officers for the coming year. In the centre of the picture above is our new Worshipful Master, Glen Culley, surrounded by his newly installed officers and visitors. The installation ceremony was followed by an awesome banquet attended by spouses, family and friends at our new facility at #3-9th Ave S. in… read more:

 

 

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(by South Hams Reporter , Kingsbridge&Salcombe Gazette, 8th October 2024)

 

Kingsbridge’s Duncombe lodge has had the pleasure of presenting a £500 cheque to the President of Kingsbridge in Bloom. Graham Pryce has been Honorary President since its inception 17 years ago. Kingsbridge in Bloom has been a volunteer association for seventeen years with the members looking after the town’s beautiful flower displays throughout the year. Duncombe Lodge has been a keen supporter making annual donations for… read more:

 

 

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