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 2006 Newsletters
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Minnesota River Valley Lodge #6 July2006 Volume #8, Issue #7 "Issued with the Permission of the M.W. Grand Lodge of Minnesota"
From the Masters Desk: Dear Brothers and Masonic Family, I have been sitting in the East since December '05. I thank you for this privilege. It is the highest honor I have received. All of you are fine Masons and I draw my desire to serve well from you. With multiple responsibilities, it is not easy to find time for Masonry and yet you find the time and jump in to participate in a capacity that makes Masonry exciting for you. It makes the job of being Master enjoyable. I have appreciated the support of the Past Masters and my lodge brothers. I am indebted for your suggestions, support and gentle guidance. A special thank you to our Sisters and Daughters for their generous participation at our functions. We benefit greatly from your mind and spirit. I appreciate my officers. I thank each of you for having agreed to be in the Chairs. I have the enviable position of sitting in the East with you. Think for a moment of the brothers who sat here before us over the centuries. Recall who some of these men were. It's inspiring. The cumulative effects of fellowship and brotherly love allow us to work as a unit. "...harmony is the strength and support of all societies, more especially of ours." Our application of this principle and the vigor with which we apply it has been noted by visitors and The Grand Lodge leadership. I repeat what I said upon first taking the East, with men of such good character, principles and wisdom I know we will succeed. Thank you, I remain eager to serve. As we remember our faith is in God, we draw courage and strength for the perils of our time.
Golf Event Minnesota River Valley Lodge is planning a best shot golf day at Cleary Lake Golf Course in Prior Lake. This is open to brothers and ladies of all golf levels. Whether you can out drive the pros or think you are just a beginner you are welcomed to join in the fun. The date is Saturday July 22nd with a start time around noon. We do plan to gather for a light meal following the golf round. Donna Nelson, Bill Allen along with Carolyn and John Loutzenhiser are planning this activity. Please let any of us know your interest in this event so we can plan for a successful and fun day. Thank you, John and Carolyn Loutzenhiser
Kids-ID Booth at the State Fair Minnesota River Valley Lodge # 6 has once again committed to work the Kids-ID booth at the State Fair. We have again committed to two (2) shifts this year, on Friday August 25, 2006. We need 8 volunteers for each shift. The first Shift is from 9AM to 1PM and the second is from 1PM to 5PM. Please contact Lew Price if you are interested in filling any of these slots by either phone (952-895-0820) or email (Lew.Price@Target.com) New Brothers in 2006 We have had a large # of Brothers raised this year through either the One Day to Masonry or via the Long Method. Below is a list of those Brothers that we would like to welcome into our Lodge and provide you a little bit of information about them.
The Chaplain’s Corner Greetings to all my Brethren. In this Newsletter, I am initiating a new and continuing column. I plan to discuss the spiritual nature of many of our rituals, perhaps impart some knowledge of Masonry that is worth remembering, and provide a place where we can petition our Creator and all of our Lodge members for the welfare of our brethren.
Please feel free to send me the names of any of our Brothers and/or their family members, who may be in distress as we pray to our creator for their comfort and relief. When we think of our experiences in taking the third degree, we cannot help but remember the words from Ecclesiastes: “Remember now thy creator . . .” and please remember those listed below in your prayers.
For this inaugural issue, let me also offer a poem that I found meaningful. Ready for my Last Degree
An old man lay sick in the Masonic Home.
I’ve squared each stone
by the virtue square, We name the welfare of our brethren in our petitions because we love them; knowing our own need of their prayers, we realize their need of ours.
Lodge Food Stand Report The Food Stand has been very busy over the past month. On June 24, 2006 the stand was set up at the Montgomery Fireman’s Dance at the Montgomery local Park. It turned out to be a nice evening after a short rain, thanks to Brother Marc Peterson who happened to have his camper there so know one really got wet. It was great to see all the Brothers who came to work, some one said there were over 20 Brothers. It was about midnight that we sold the last Pork Burger, causing us to shut down the stand. At this time the final expenses have not been finalized. On June 30, 2006 the Lodge took the food stand to the Emergency Days at Le Center, MN. They give us a great location for the stand. The stand was restricted to only selling one item which the Pork Burgers were our special. The 360 burgers that we brought for the evening did not last very long. By 10:30 PM we had sold out. The Lodge had asked the Emergency Day committee if we could sign up for next year, and they were happy to say YES. After looking at the projected profit for the evening the Lodge voted to donate $200.00 dollars to the Le Center Ambulance equipment fund. The Lodge gives big THANKS for all the brothers who worked those two nights. Our next big event for the food stand will be the Montgomery Kolacky Days on the last week end in July.
Submitted by David Scheffert More Kids ID Events Kids ID will be at the
Scott County Fair and at Kolacky Days in Montgomery and we need your
assistance. This is a great chance to promote our entire Masonic Family.
Help is always welcome from anyone who would like to lend a hand. Generally
both venues are open from about noon to 6:00 PM, or so. Please contact either George Miller or Lew Price if you can help.
Job’s Daughters Celebrate Installation Job's Daughters Bethel 85 held their installation on Friday, June 30th at the Masonic Home. Holding the event at the Masonic Home makes it far easier for many to attend who might not otherwise be able to do so. Ashley Bican was crowned Honored Queen for the third time. Paulette Price was crowned Senior Princess and Kelly Seberson was crowned Junior Princess. HQ Ashley's mascot for this term is Tinkerbell. George Miller served as Master of Ceremonies for the event. The girls entered the room carrying small mirrors with their names on them.
We look forward to a fun term and hope that the Masons will join us whenever they can for our regular meetings and especially when we have an event planned. We shall do our best to keep you informed when those shall be upcoming.
Passing of a Brother
Brother Norman Franks was born on 9/2/1923 and was raised on 5/25/1949 in King Solomon’s Lodge. He completed his journey on July 4th and passed into the light. He has now joined the ranks of workmen in that Great Lodge, not built by human hands.
Words to Live By Work like you don’t need the money, Love like you’ve never been hurt, Sing like nobody’s listening, And Dance like nobody’s watching.
Submitted by: Richard Friend
Minnesota River Valley #6 Has Agreed to Charter a Local Boy Scout Troop With great pride, I would like to announce that MNRV #6 has agreed to charter a Shakopee Boy Scout Troop. As we begin chartering this venerable organization, we stand to gain much from this enterprise. We will be able to assist children to become responsible adults by working with them on projects, activities, and meetings. Many of us were Scouts earlier in our lives and now have an opportunity to provide education and assistance to youth. The following is an excerpt from the chartering program from the “Community Organizations and Scout Councils” pamphlet, explaining some of the benefits to Scouting that we as a charter organization can provide: “Scouting teaches skills that help youth develop into quality citizens. Organizations that are interested in nurturing youth for the betterment of the community will find Scouting to be a positive form of community outreach. “The Boy Scouts of America grants charters to organizations such as churches, service clubs, and other community groups to operate Scouting groups. These organizations use the Scouting program for community outreach and to help them serve the needs of local youth. Scouting's time-tested, high-quality youth development program affords organizations higher visibility in the community and increased service to youth. “Chartered organizations partner with local Scout councils to provide the support necessary for troop operations. When an organization adopts Scouting as part of its youth and community outreach program, a committee is formed and leadership is selected to organize and operate the troop in conjunction with the organization's special needs and desires. Councils provide program materials and literature, outdoor camping facilities, leadership training and field support, assistance in recruiting members, liability insurance, record keeping, and supplies such as uniforms, insignia, and awards. More than ever, young people need the guidance and mentoring that Scouting provides. Scouting's constructive educational program is a healthy alternative to the negative influences youth face.” A special thanks to Brother Keith Donaldson for volunteering to be our representative to the Scouting District and local scouting council. Respectfully submitted,
Tim (T.J.) Berg
Meet the Masons Night is Coming Up Brothers, We are pleased to announce that Meet the Masons Night is scheduled for August 9, 2006 at 7:00 pm at the Lodge Hall. We hope you can attend and welcome family, friends, and co-workers to join us for some fellowship and refreshments. Wives, sons, daughters, nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles will be very welcome. We also would like to extend a warm invitation to friends of our newly admitted brothers to come and visit with us and learn about the charitable work that we do. Thank you W.B. Gordy Bane, Chaplain Alan Green, and W.B. John Loutzenhiser for assistance with kicking off the event. In the interests of cost cutting, may I prevail upon some of the brothers to bring a small dish to pass? Mrs. Berg will supply a vat of chili for us and our guests. If you would, please call or e-mail me with whatever it is that you plan to bring. Bringing something is, of course, optional, but quite welcome. We hope to see you there for our Meet the Masons Night. Everyone’s presence will ensure that the event is a great success. Fraternally, Tim (T.J.) Berg To all Pun Lovers – (with apologies to everyone else) Two antennas met on a roof, fell in love and were married. The ceremony wasn’t much, but the reception was excellent. Two peanuts walked into a bar and one was a salted. Two cannibals are eating a clown. One says to the other “Does this taste funny to you?” I went to buy some camouflage trousers the other day, but I couldn’t find any. What do you call a fish with no eyes? A fsh. A dyslexic man walks into a bra. Two fish swim into a concrete wall. The one turns to the other and says “Dam!” A jumper cable walks into a bar. The bartender says, “I’ll serve you, but don’t start anything.” And finally, there was the Brother who sent twenty different puns to his fellow Brothers, with the hope that at least ten of the puns would make them laugh. But, alas, no pun in ten did. Submitted by: Richard Friend July 6th Meeting at Richter's Park At our July 6, 2006 meeting at Richter's Park in Montgomery, Brother Daryl Bren was given his Past Master Apron. Below is a photo of Daryl Bren with his new apron and of the Brothers at Lodge.
From the Humeston, Iowa New Era, 19June1901, under lodge notices: "FIDELITY LODGE #228 A.F. & A. M. Meet at their hall Thursday evening on or before the full moon in each month. Transient brothers invited to attend." Further down the notices: RADIANT CHAPTER EASTERN STAR meets at the Masonic Hall on Thursday evening after the full moon of each month. Submitted by: Bill Tuttle
Newsletter
Articles for the next newsletter will be due by August 16th. You may send articles to me for the newsletter; by any method you desire (email, fax, regular mail, etc…). Articles that are not received by the due date will be held over for the newsletter. We would also like to encourage the other organizations that are affiliated with MN River Valley Lodge #6, such as the Jobs Daughters, Eastern Star, Demolay, etc… to feel free to contribute items to our newsletter and to our Lodge’s Web Calendar.
List of Upcoming Events:
July: 19th – 5:00 P.M. Masonic Family Picnic at Lions Park in Shakopee 22nd – Golf Event – See Article Above 25th – 6:30 P.M. Steering Committee Meeting - Light Supper Provided 28th – 30th – Kolacky Days in Montgomery
August 1st – 7:30 P.M. Stated Communications Meeting 9th – 7:00 P.M. Friendship Night 12th – 8:30 A.M. Lodge of Instructions 16th – News Letter Articles are due 17th – 6:00 P.M. KC/Mason Chicken Fry – KC Hall in New Prague, MN. 22nd – 6:30 P.M. Steering Committee Meeting - Light Supper Provided 25th – Kids ID Boot at the State Fair – See Article Above 19th – 6:30 P.M. West Metro Masters and Wardens meeting
Visit the Lodge Website and view the Lodge calendar for our complete list of events.
July 2006 Masonic Word Search Installation of Lodge Officers
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