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Jackson-Coolidge Masonic Trestleboard
Volume No. 12 June 2012 Issue No. 6
George M. Otis P.M., Publisher
Stephen D. Vining P.M., Webmaster
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Jackson Lodge No. 17, F. & A.M.
Greeting's From The East
Lyman S. Robertson Jr. Worshipful Master 517-499-3330 Dear ,
As a teacher, I have always looked forward to summer vacation as a means to recharge battery, get reacquainted with my family and of course, rest. This summer my family has two great vacations planned, one of which to go celebrate the 80th birthday of my great uncle who I have not seen in more than 15 years. My sons will get their first bikes this summer and while it may not be restful, it will be awesome to watch their excitement as they master a new skill. My daughter and I have vowed to go to at least one concert together this summer, something we haven't done in years. And my wife and I are always hoping to get one or two date nights in during the summer as well.
As the Worshipful Master of my Lodge, I feel very much the same way about going dark for the summer months. These months are a great time to do as suggested in the Entered Apprentice charge and improve ourselves in Masonry during our leisure hours. Also, to converse with well informed Brethren. The Fellowcraft charge likewise recommends for our consideration additional studies to polish and adorn our minds. What better time could there be for these things then in the summer?
This summer I plan to sit on the deck and discuss Masonic books with a few Brothers, visit a new Lodge or two, have a cookout with my officers and maybe even hold an event at our Secretary's park. I encourage you all to seek out a new book and share the light with your brothers. Try and learn a new part in the ritual book and break it down for its meaning and connection to modern day Mason's. Recharge your Masonic battery and come back in the fall excited and ready to pick up the working tools and continue the great work we've been doing for years. This has been an awesome year so far and the second half will only get better! Walk Light my Brothers, walk Light!
Fraternally,
Lyman S. Robertson Jr. Worshipful Master
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MASONIC SHORT TALKS
Frank W. Lutze P.M.
 
If possible please include the following in the June Trestleboard:
Last year I gave a short talk about Freemasonry and the Holocaust. Since then several Brothers have mentioned that they missed the talk and would like to hear it. Others indicated that they would like to hear it again. In response I will present this short talk again at the June Regular. I will have a Forget-Me-Not lapel pin for each Brother attending the talk for the first time.
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Chaplain's Corner
George M. Otis P.M.
A MASON AND A MAN
Brother, Masonry means much more
Than a wearing of a pin,
Or carrying a paid up dues receipt
So that the Lodge will let you in.
You can wear an emblem in your coat,
From your finger flash a ring,
But if you are not sincere at heart
This doesn't mean a thing. It is merely an outward sign
To show the world that you belong,
To that great fraternal brotherhood
That teaches right from wrong. What really counts lies buried deep
Within the human breast,
Till Masonic teaching brings it out
And puts it to the test. If you practice out of Lodge
The things you learn within,
Be just and upright to yourself
And to your fellowmen. Console a brother when he's sick,
Assist him when in need,
Without a thought of personal reward
For any act or deed. Walk and act in such a way
The world without will see,
That only the best can meet the test
Laid down by Masonry. Be always faithful to your trust
And do the best you can,
Then you can proudly tell the world
You're a Mason and a man.
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None to report this month.
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Masonic Degree Schedule
Entered Apprentice Degree ( None in June )
Fellowcraft Degree
Master Mason Degree Thursday, June 7th at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, June 21st at 7:00 p.m.
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Jackson-Coolidge Masonic Center
Lodge Blue Room
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Stephen D. Vining P.M., Secretary Jackson Lodge No. 17, F. & A.M. Region No. 4 Grand Lecturer Grand Lodge of Michigan (517) 914-8400 
2012 
Grand Lodge of Michigan Annual Communication Friday, June 1st & Saturday, June 2nd, 2012 Troy, Michigan Marriott Inn 
Sunday, June 3rd, 2012 2012 Rose Parade, 1:00 p.m. Staging starts at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, June 7th, 2012 Jackson Lodge No. 17, F. & A.M. Master Mason Degree, 7:00 p.m. Thursday, June 14th, 2012 Jackson Lodge No. 17, F. & A.M. Regular Communication, 7:30 p.m. Dinner prior to meeting, 6:30 p.m. (More information Below)  
Friday, June 15th, 2012 Kids' Fest, 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. American 1 Event Center Jackson County Fairgrounds Saturday, June 16th, 2012 Carp Carnival Lioness Parade Parade Begins at 11:00 a.m.
Parade lineup starts at 9:00 a.m.
at Arnold School on Page Avenue Thursday, June 21st, 2012 Jackson Lodge No. 17, F. & A.M. 
Strawberry Festival Dinner, 6:00 p.m. 
Master Mason Degree, 7:00 p.m. Thursday, June 28th, 2012 Jackson-Coolidge Masonic Temple Association Board of Trustee's Meeting, 6:00 p.m. Thursday, September 6th, 2012 Jackson Lodge No.17, F, & A.M. Officer's Meeting, 7:00 p.m. Lodge will be Dark during July and August |
Picnic Lodge Dinner 
 
Hot Dog Picnic Meal Dinner will be at 6:30 p.m. prior to the Regular Communication. Come to lodge and enjoy the fellowship, dinner and meeting. All for a $5.00 donation to the Stewards Fund. Contact Richard G. Shea P.M., Junior Warden 517-414-2757 or you can email him at rckshea2003@yahoo.com |
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2012 Line of Officer's
- Lyman S. Robertson Jr, Worshipful Master
- Adam W. Wygant, Senior Warden
- Richard G. Shea PM, Junior Warden
- Dale D. Brown PM, Treasurer
- Stephen D. Vining PM, Secretary
- George M. Otis PM, Chaplain
- David G. Shea PM, Senior Deacon
- David R. Brown, Junior Deacon
- Eric J. Cole, Steward
- Andrew S. Marlow, Steward
- Jeffrey R. Ohneck, Steward
- Robert S. Webb Jr, Steward
- Garry L. Gooldy Jr, Conductor
- Frank W. Lutze PM, Marshal
- Lawrence C. Sanford PM, Tiler
- Tommy R. Amidon PM, Musician
- George M. Otis PM, Publisher
- Stephen D. Vining PM, Webmaster
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Jackson Chapter No. 3, R.A.M. |
Jackson Chapter No. 3
Royal Arch Mason's
Adam W. Wygant, E.H.P. 517-745-1699
Ronald L. Spees, Secretary 517-780-9387
Wednesday, June 13th, 2012
Stated Convocation, 7:30 p.m.
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High Priest - Adam W. Wygant
King - Dale D. Brown PHP
Scribe - Marcus U. Blue, Jr
Treasurer - Dale D. Brown PHP
Secretary - Ronald L. Spees PHP
Captain of the Host - Stephen D. Vining
Principle Sojourner - Thomas E. Royce PHP
Royal Arch Captain - Michael E. Hicks PHP
Master of the 3rd Veil - Frank W. Lutze
Master of the 2nd Veil - David R. Brown
Master of the 1st Veil - Robert S. Webb
Sentinel - George M. Otis
Chapter will be Dark
in July and August
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Jackson Council No. 32, R. & S.M.
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Jackson Council No. 32
Royal and Select Master's
Michael E. Hicks, T.I.M.
517-787-8438
Adam W. Wygant, Recorder
517-745-1699
Wednesday, June 13th, 2012
Stated Convocation, 7:30 p.m. | Will Open and Close in Council this month |
Thrice Illustrious Master - Michael E. Hicks
Deputy Master - Dale D. Brown, PTIM
Pr. Conductor of the Work - Marcus U. Blue, Jr., PTIM
Treasurer - Thomas E. Royce, PTIM
Recorder - Adam W. Wygant
Captain of the Guard - Stephen D. Vining
Conductor of Council - Ronald L. Spees, PTIM
Steward - Vacant
Sentinel - George M. Otis
Chaplain - Thomas E. Royce, PTIM
Marshall - Vacant
Council will be Dark
in July and August
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Jackson Commandery No. 9, K.T.
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Jackson Commandery No. 9, K.T.
Lloyd C. Darling PC, Eminent Commander
517-795-3694
Michael E. Hicks, Recorder
517-787-8438
Monday, June 11th
Jackson Commandery #9, K.T.
Will travel to Adrian Commandery #4
Dinner, 6:30 p.m.
Stated Conclave, 7:30 p.m.
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