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Greetings!
Here is an update from the Fabulous 14th District:
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Enjoy Some Great Fellowship
Come out for one of the many breakfasts or dinners around the District and enjoy some great food & fellowship
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First Saturday at Lockbourne Lodge: Breakfast, 8 - 10a
First Saturday at Blendon Lodge: Breakfast, 8 - 10a - NOT JULY, AUGUST OR SEPTEMBER. RESUMES in OCTOBER
First Saturday at Grove City Lodge: Breakfast, 8 - 10a
Second Saturday at Rickly Lodge: Breakfast, 8 - 11a Second Saturday at Avery Lodge: Pancake Breakfast, 8 - 11a Third Saturday at Groveport Lodge: Breakfast, 8 - 10a - NOT JULY OR AUGUST
Last Saturday at Reynoldsburg Lodge: Breakfast, 8 - 11a |
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| July Dates |  Independence Day July 4th |
| VA Hospital Visit | |
*ATTENTION*
The date of the VA Visit in the District Directory is INCORRECT - SEE CORRECT DATE BELOW!
Next Visitation is September 8th, and the Lodges assigned are Sunrise #783, Whitehall #761, South Gate - Potter #782, and Ralph R. Rickly #760.
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| WB Jerry Acks Passes to Celestial Lodge | |
WB Jerome "Jerry" Acks, Past Master of Whitehall Lodge #761 passed to the Celestial Lodge on Sunday, June 16th. He was retired with 48 years of service to the Associated Press News Service.
His service to the 14th District included President of the 14th District Masonic Officers Association in 1994. Masonic Services were held on Wedesday, June 19th at Schoedinger Funeral Home on Livingston Ave. He is survived by his wife Nan of 54 years, along with his son and twin daughters and several grandchildren. We offer our deep sympathies to them in their time of grief. Interment was at Glen Rest Memorial Estate in Reynoldsburg.
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| I-CARE Coordinator Mary Jane Bates Husband Passes | |
The brethren of the 14th Masonic District extend our sincerest condolonces to our area I-CARE Coordinator, Mary Jane Bates who's husband, Samuel Bates passed on Saturday, June 15th after suffering from a massive heart attack.
She spends countless hours helping our brethren and their families on behalf of our fraternity and please keep her in your thoughts and prayers. Her address for cards is Mary Jane Bates 18221 Timber Trails, Marysville, OH 43040.
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Triangle Brethren traveled from West to East and East to West by WM Michael Vega | 
On June 23rd, 2013, a group of brethren of Triangle Lodge #748 traveled to Alexandria, VA to participate in a Table Lodge and visit some of the historic sites in our nation's Capital. On the way to Alexandria, the brethren had the opportunity to stop by Lititz, PA and have dinner with one of the lodge charter members, Eugene Hannum. The Lodge was chartered in 1953. This being Triangle Lodge's 60th Anniversary, the brethren also had the rare opportunity to bestow upon their brother a 60 year award and pin.
On June 24th, 2013, the brothers took a private tour of the George Washington Masonic Memorial. Later that evening, the traveling brethren had the opportunity, at the invitation of Alexandria Washington Lodge #22, to attend a Table Lodge in historic Gadsby's Tavern in Alexandria, VA. The brethren participated in the Table Lodge as well as a service at the historic Christ Church where many historical figures attended worship serves over the past 250 years.. Excellent food and fellowship was had by all.
In addition to activities listed above, the brethren had the opportunity to visit some of the presidential and war memorials in Washington D.C, as well as the Smithsonian and Holocaust Museums.
Everyone had an excellent time and reveled in the fellowship and camaraderie we all hope to get from being a member of this fraternity.
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| Special Olympics at Jesse Owens Stadium |  The opening of Special Olympics was held on Friday, June 28th and the events continued through Sunday, June 30th at Jesse Owens Stadium on Fred Taylor Dr. at The Ohio State University. Friday evening's opening featured the Officers of the Grand Lodge of Ohio leading the approximately 360 brethren of Ohio as they paraded around the track. MWB James F. Eastering Jr., Grand Master of Masons presented a check in the amount of $175,000 to the Special Olympics organization. Over the past years, the brethren of Ohio Freemasonry have contributed over $10 million dollars to help sponsor these games! As is tradition, the brethren attending received their Special Olympics Grand Lodge ballcap. After the parade, the Ohio Grotto Association served hamburgers and hot brats to the brethren which was well appreicated. |
| Deputy Grand Master Presents 2014 Plans | | RWB Norman Mick, Deputy Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Ohio presented proposed plans for 2014. This was held on June 29th at Sidney Moore Temple (Hiram Lodge #18) at 51 W. William St. Delaware. Among the activities for 2013-2014 year is a Grand Master's One Day Class planned for April 5th, 2014 on a District wide basis. |
| 14th District Warden's Meeting |  ATTENTION!! Jr. and Sr. Wardens The Warden's meeting for information pertaining to the next Masonic year is being held on Saturday, August 10th starting at 9:00 a.m. Coffee and doughnuts will be offered at 8:00 a.m. and the meeting will conclude by 11:00 a.m. This is being held at South Gate - Potter Lodge 651 Groveport Rd., Canal Winchester. If you planning on becoming Master for the next year, your attendance is essential at this meeting as the Deputies will also be going over expectations for this next year. |
| Grand Lodge Communication | | The Grand Secretary's Office has mailed the information about the Grand Lodge Communication to the respective Lodge Secretaries. The Annual Communication will be held on October 18th and 19th, 2013 at the John S. Knight Center at 77 E. Mill St., Akron 44308. Please check with your Lodge Secretary for information and please make your lodging and meal reservations soon as last year the rooms sold out very fast. The Hospitality Room of the 14th District will be held at the Sheraton Suites Hotel at 1989 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, 44221. |
| CCW Advanced Class | |
With the most recent CCW Class completed last month, a question has been posed if there is interest in forming an advanced CCW Class. If there is enough interest, this could be presented to the members, family and friends of the 14th District.
RWB Elam is heading this proposal so if you are a holder of a CCW Permit and would be interested in an advanced class, please contact RWB Elam at 614-871-3338 or at neilandsheila@aol.com (corrected email address) and please let him know soon so he can contact the instructor and schedule a date. The instructor has just finished writing an advanced course and is willing to present it for those intersted.
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Ohio Job's Daughters Fundraiser
by Linda Davies | 
The 2013-2014 Ohio Messenger Team needs your help!
Every year girls from Job's Daughters in Ohio try out for a position on the Ohio Messenger Team we take to Supreme Session in July. This year our Supreme Session is in Oakland, California. The Team (7 girls) is in the process of raising money for their trip to Supreme Session in July 2013. This is to help with their airfare. Normally we can drive to Supreme Session, however, this is a LONG drive and we would like to fly the Team out if possible. So this is one of the fundraiser's they are working on. We are asking each bethel to try to collect as many cans (please rinse them out and flatten them) as they can to help the Team. Please put the word out to your Lodges, Eastern Star and anyone you may know.
Once you have collected the cans, contact Linda Davies at 614-551-2792 or email her ldavies9006@aol.com and she will arrange to have them picked up.
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| Widows Sons Riders | 
Brethren who ride are invited to join the Middle Chamber Chapter (Central Ohio) of the Widows Sons -Masonic Riders Association. Meetings and rides are the 2nd Sunday of each month from March through September.
For additional information, contact Chapter President, Brother Larry Knoll at 614-579-4058 or larryknoll@hotmail.com. The State website is www.ohiowidowsons.com
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| District Family Picnic | |
The 14th District Summer Family Picnic will be held on Sunday, August 18th from Noon - 4 p.m. at the Blendon Woods Metro Park 4265 E. Dublin-Granville Rd. Westerville, in the Sycamore Shelter House.
Lunch will be served starting at 1:00 p.m. with the District supplying the Hamburgers, hotdogs, potato salad, baked beans, and drinks. We ask that you bring a side dish or a desert to share.
This is a great summer event with Bingo, Prizes, Fun and Fellowship.
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York Golf Club Membership
by RWB Ebby Brewer | |
Many golfers know that York Golf Club is owned by three Masonic Lodges in the 14th District, York #563, University #631 and Capital City #656. They also know it is one of Central Ohio's golfing jewels.
Designed by George Sargent, it opened in 1927 and while it has had many changes over the years it still retains that old course charm placing a premium on shot accuracy and course management.
And you may know that its first golf pro was Denny Shute, winner of the 1933 British Open and first back to back winner of the PGA in 1936 and 1937. A feat not equaled until 1999 and 2000 by some guy named Tiger.
But did you know that several years ago York Golf Club created a membership category allowing golfers who belong to Lodges of the 14th District to join? At a price lower than that for non- Masonic golfers and their families, it is without doubt the best deal in Central Ohio.
Check the website at www.yorkgolfclubonline.com for more information about York Golf Club. If you are already interested in joining York Golf Club call either Chuck Dahn, Club Manager at 614-885-5968 or Glenn Johnson, Head Pro at 614-885-5459 for details. Or ask about hosting your party or reception at York overlooking the course.
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Luther B. Turner Lodge Golf Outing
by Ron Dews | 
The 5th Annual Luther B. Turner Lodge Golf Outing is planned for Saturday August 31, 2013. This will be held at the Homestead Springs Golf Course, 5888 London Lancaster Rd., Groveport 43125.
This will be a 4 person Scramble with Tee Off at 1:00 P.M. and is open to All Golfers, and is $60. per person. This fee Includes a round of golf, cart, prizes and awards and dinner.
Hole Sponsorships are $100 (advertise your business or lodge).
The Grand Master, MWB James Easterling Jr. is scheduled to play this year. A portion of our proceeds will be donated to his charity.
For information or sign up contact:
WB Ronald Dews, Secretary Luther B. Turner Lodge at 614-878-5264 (Home) or 614-332-2463 (Cell). |
| 14th District Golf Outing | |
ATTENTION GOLFERS!!!
Add Saturday, September 14th to your calendar! Yes, this is an away football game so come for a great round of golf!
The second annual 14th District Golf Outing is being held at York Golf Club that day. Lunch starts at 11:00 a.m. with tee off set at 12:30 p.m. Teams of 4 with a limit of 16 teams at $100.00 per person that includes a round of golf, golf cart, lunch and a steak dinner is planned. This is open to ALL golfers and there will be prizes and cash bar.
Hole sponsorships are $100.00 per hole and a great way to advertise your Lodge, company, product, or service. Contact friends or brothers and sign up now so you're not left out of this fun time.
For those that are not golfing that day, but want to share in the fellowship, please consider joining the brethren for the Steak dinner to follow for $25.00.
For further information, please contact WB David Percival, WB Mike Saum, RWB Glenn Stoots or RWB Jeff Rannebarger or click on the following link for the flyer/registration form, http://www.14thmasonicdistrict.org/images/forms/golf-outing-2013.pdf .
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Youth Update
Attend & support our youth | |
The 14th Masonic District support our Masonic Youth! If you know of any youth events taking place, let us know and we'll add it in the Newsletter
- Linden Chapter, Order of DeMolay: Stated Meetings - 1st & 3rd Mondays at 7:00 PM
- North West Masonic Temple - Linworth
- Groveport Chapter, Order of DeMolay: Stated Meetings - 2nd & 4th Mondays @ 7:30 PM
- Groveport Masonic Temple - Groveport
- Bethel No. 22, Job's Daughters: Stated Meetings - 2nd & 4th Wednesdays @ 7:00 PM
- Moore Masonic Temple - Delaware
- Bethel No. 28, Jobs Daughters: Stated Meetings - 2nd & 4th Mondays @ 7:00 PM
- North West Masonic Temple - Linwort
- Bethel No. 45, Job's Daughters: Stated Meetings - 1st & 3rd Mondays @ 7:00 PM
- Avery Masonic Temple - Hilliard
- Bethel No. 69, Jobs Daughters: Stated Meetings - 1st & 3rd Wednesdays @ 7:00 PM
- Sunrise Masonic Temple - Gahanna
- Bethel No. 71, Job's Daughters: Stated Meetings - 1st & 3rd Sundays @ 2:00 PM
- Groveport Masonic Temple - Groveport
- Columbus Assembly No. 172, Rainbow for Girls: Stated Meetings 2nd & 4th Thursdays @ 7:00 PM
- North West Masonic Temple - Linworth
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14th Masonic District of Ohio |
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Coming Up Soon | |
8/10/2013
Warden's Planning Meeting
South Gate - Potter Lodge
Canal Winchester
8/18/2013
14th District Picnic
Blendon Woods Metro Park
Sycamore Shelter
8/31/2013
Luther B. Turner Lodge Golf Outing
Homestead Springs Course
Groveport
9/8/2013
V A Hosptial Visit
Chillicothe
9/14/2013
2nd Annual 14th District Golf Outing
York Golf Club
Columbus | |
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14th Masonic District Communications Committee
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WB N. Crowell Shane
Committee Chairman
RWB Jeff Rannebarger
Newsletter Editor
WB Michael Saum
Member
RWB Charles Dyer
District Webmaster
Member
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