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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 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 AUGUST - RESUMES in SEPTEMBER
Last Saturday at Reynoldsburg Lodge: Breakfast, 8 - 11a |
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| 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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| State Budget Passes / Fraternal Relief Bill Signed |  The General Assembly of the Ohio State Legislature has passed the current state budget and it has been signed in to law by the Governor. This included a bill that brings much needed financial relief to the Lodges in Ohio. This new law has removed the property tax of the Lodges in Ohio along with several other organizations. This in turn will return monies of our brethren paying their dues back to the Lodges and help with their budgets. This is not, however an automatic process. Paperwork in the form of filing an application and paying the years taxes will have to be completed before your Lodge can benefit. HOWEVER - The Grand Secretary, MWB Watson has asked to please delay the filing of any paperwork until the Lodges have been contacted by the Grand Secretary's Office. There is communication from the Grand Secretary's Office to each of the 88 County Auditor's Offices as to how each County Auditor's Office wants to process these applications, so PLEASE REFRAIN APPLYING UNTIL THE GRAND SECRETARY NOTIFIES THE LODGES! |
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Annie Strawn Installed as Grand Worthy Advisor of Rainbow for Girls for Ohio |  The young ladies of Rainbow for Girls have voted and elected Miss Annie Strawn as Grand Worthy Advisor of Rainbow for Girls of Ohio. Grand Assembly was held at Kenyon College in Gambier, OH and the Installation of the young Ladies was held in the Kenyon Athletic Center on Saturday, July 13th. Miss Strawn's theme this year is "All the World's a Stage". Her Service Project is appropriate to one of the Cardinal Teachings of Rainbow, Patriotism as she and the young Ladies will be collecting both financially as well as receiving donations for Blue Star Mothers. Blue Star Mothers concentrate on providing emotional support to its members, doing volunteer work with veterans in general and veterans' hospitals in particular, and generally fostering a sense of patriotism and respect for members of the Armed Forces. In addition, local chapters carry out individual projects of their own choosing. Blue Star Mothers do much more than volunteer in VA hospitals and outreach centers. They work in physical and emotional rehabilitation, help with medical supplies, transportation, food, clothing and friendship, gratitude and love. She is the daughter of very proud parents Kathy and Tim Strawn. She is a member of Columbus Assembly #172 in District 6. Annie recently graduated from New Albany High School and will be attending The Ohio State University - Newark Campus. We offer her our support and sincerest CONGRATULATIONS! |
| Reynoldsburg Brother becomes State Master Councilor |  Brother Sam Cohen of Reynoldsburg Lodge #340 was installed on Saturday, July 26th as the State Master Councilor of Ohio DeMolay at Baldwin - Wallace College in Berea, OH. He was installed as part of the Ohio DeMolay Annual Conclave. Brother Cohen has been a member of Groveport Chapter since he turned 13, and is now in his 7th year as a DeMolay. He was previously a member of the Squires which is a pre DeMolay organization for those youth from 9-12. He is also a member of Reynoldsburg Lodge #340. Sam is the son of WB Ken Cohen, Past President of the 14th District and current District Education Officer and Debbie Cohen. Assisting him as he travels Ohio will be A. J. Thomas of Van Wert Chapter who was elected and installed as Deputy State Master Councilor. |
| DeMolay Honors Local Masons | | DeMolay International has conferred the Legion of Honor among the following brethren of the 14th District and the surrounding area while at the recently completed Annual Conclave held in Berea. The Legion of Honor is the highest honor that DeMolay can bestow on a Mason or Sr. DeMolay. There is a distinction that those who are honored with red cords are Active members and are Sr. DeMolays (having been a DeMolay) and the white cords designate those who are Honorary members of the Legionaires. We congratulate the following brethren - Allen R. Kiger, Moundbuilders Chapter in Newark and Past State Master Councilor, Michael A. Moshier, Columbus Chapter and Master of Magnolia Lodge #20, Ryan Weatley, Linden Chapter, currently a Technical Sergeant in the United States Air Force stationed at Madill Air Force Base in Florida with combat experience in Afganistan, and Troy Willeke of Union County Chapter, Past State Officer. Receiving the Honorary Legion of Honor is F. Lon Lowry, Past District Deputy Grand Master of the 14th District and Past Grand Patron of the Grand Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star of Ohio. We also congratulate WB Kenneth Scott of New England Lodge #4 and Past Grand Patron of the Grand Chapter of the Order of Easter Star of Ohio who was honored with the Degree of Chevalier, the 2nd highest Honor that can bestowed. We also hope he is recovering well after he fractured his femur and underwent hip replacement surgery! |
| State DeMolay Initiation and Officer Reception |
The State DeMolay Initiation will be conferred at the Aladdin Shrine on Saturday, August 17th at 3:00 p.m. The Brethren of the 14th District along with all Masons are encouraged to attend this impressive ceremony induction of new brethren to Ohio DeMolay. Included in the ceremony are the Cardinal tenets which are Filial Love (Love of Parents), Reverence, Courtesy, Commradship, Fidelity, Cleaness, and Patriotism. Registration for new members to join will start at 2:00 p.m.
Later that same evening, the State Officers will be honored at a Reception also held at the Aladdin Shrine starting at 6:00 p.m. with a dance at 7:30 p.m. also held at Aladdin. The cost is $20.00 per person for the reception and dance, $15.00 per person for dinner ONLY and $5.00 per person for the dance ONLY. Please RSVP by August 10th. Checks are tp be made payable to 4th DeMolay District and sent to Mrs. Jackie Diaz at 2260 Mardi Ct., Grove City, OH 43123. Please contact Sam Cohen at 614-517-5156 or Dad Tom Nelson at 614-338-9950 for further information.
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| Triangle Lodge to Move to New Location | | The brethren of Triangle Lodge #748 have voted to move to a new location starting on their September meeting night of Thursday, September 12th, 2013. Their new meeting location is 211 W. Johnstown Rd., Gahanna, 43230. They will continue to meet on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. The change is just to the new location which is where Sunrise Lodge meets. |
| 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. If you have selected dates for your Lodge's Installation and Awards night, please bring those dates with you to this meeting. |
| 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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| 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.
Special Thanks to New England Lodge for providing roasted corn!
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. RSVP is required (see the link for the form below) if you're attending just for dinner so we can make sure to have enough food.
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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District Directory / Website / Newsletter Advertising | | As many Lodges prepare to return to Labor after the summer break, it is also time to start getting advertisers for the 14th Masonic District Directory, Website, and Newsletter. This is a very good way to share a business, service, or other fraternal organization and also helps to keep the Directory available for free distribution to the Lodges of the 14th District. Please see a District Officer for information about placing an ad. |
| 14th District Quarterly Meeting |  The quarterly meeting of the 14th Masonic District Officers Association will be held on Thursday, September 26th at 7:00 p.m. at South Gate - Potter Lodge at 651 Groveport Rd., Canal Winchester. All brethren of the 14th District are invited to attend, and each Lodge is expected to have a representative at the meeting. |
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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RWB Glenn B. Stoots
District Deputies Grand Master
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
9/26/2013
District Quarterly Meeting
South Gate - Potter Lodge
Canal Winchester | |
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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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