ConsistoryAre you taking advantage of the value your Scottish Rite membership provides for you and your family?
Do you know that sons, daughters and grandchildren of Scottish Rite Masons who are attending an accredited college can apply for a Scottish Rite scholarship? Go to the Scottish Rite website www.scottishriteonline.org and click “Philanthropy” for information and an application. While we cannot guarantee that all applications will result in the receipt of a scholarship we can guarantee that all applications are considered.
Please be mindful that applications require letters of references and transcripts and are expected to be submitted in duplicate to our office no later than March 15th. Give our Secretary (George Black) a call at 315-452-7976 if you would like further clarification or information. Please remember that the applicant must be currently enrolled and will be at least a Sophomore in the fall of 2010.
Another added value of membership is the fellowship our Valley’s programs offer. On February 08th, our Chapter will host our annual Sweetheart’s dinner. Our very own Brother Allan Ferguson and his wife Linda will provide the entertainment for the evening. Hope to see you there.
We are beneficiaries of a number of brothers who volunteer their time and talents for the betterment of our Valley. Brother Milo Peterson is working with George and Linda in helping our office to utilize the new computer system to its fullest extent. One of our new members, Brother Ryan Boyle has volunteered to take part in our degrees. Brother Bob Tyrrell is heading up our Membership Efforts. Brother Mike Gates replaced Charlie Gray as our Valley’s Treasurer and is doing a great job. And our immediate past Commander-In-Chief Brother Craig Cobb is always there for us.
We would like to invite you to get involved as well. Please let any one of the Valley’s Body heads or our Valley Secretary know of any interest you might have in helping to make our Valley stronger.
Under care and concern: Please keep Brothers Charlie Gray and Charlie Victory in your thoughts and prayers.
See you in lodge.
Brother Sandy Samson, 33°, Commander in Chief
Chapter
Greetings Brethren from the Chapter of Rose Croix . Its that time of year again. You guessed it, The Sweetheart’s Program!! Mark your calendar for February 8th, and plan on treating the Ladies to dinner and some entertainment. The Social hour begins at 6:00pm, with a roast beef dinner at 6:30. Our entertainment that evening will feature our very own, the Reverend Allan J. Ferguson and his Lovely Wife Linda. They will be performing on an assortment of musical instruments for our listening pleasure.
On membership, I want to give a big ATTABOY to Rick Powell for the fine job he does updating the Blogsite. Last month an army sergeant stationed at Fort Drum read my article for new members online. He requested 6 applications which were immediately sent. I will keep you posted on any developments.
I will close with these reminders…Please send in your dues, support the Learning Center, and Don’t forget your Blue Lodge.
Stay warm and stay healthy.
Brother Dick Freeman, 32°, Most Wise Master
Council
Greetings from the Council Princes of Jerusalem.
Attendance for the Membership Night with the Ladies event held on January 11th was a little under par. This was due no doubt to the weather finally kicking in to present us with a “makeup” series of snowstorms taking us into the Central New York winter. Hopefully, the weather will cooperate in the month of February such that attendance at events will be better.
We need to engage the candidates and the recent brethren who have joined the ranks of the 32nd Degree by promoting participation and attendance in the events to come on the schedule.
The Sweethearts's program is to occur on February 8th and the 10th Degree is to be confered on February 22nd. Reservations need to be made in a timely fashion for events that include dinners.
Our new members need to be made aware of this as the reservations are extremely important in order to plan for the events.
Brother Milo Peterson, 32°, Sovereign Prince
Lodge
Greetings from the Lodge of Perfection!
I hope everyone had a restful and enjoyable holiday season filled with family and friends.
First, a big thank you to Bob Tyrrell and the cast of the public degree that was presented at this month's Kick-off dinner- it was a memorable performance that was enjoyed by all.
I would also like to remind all the brothers that work continues on all of the Lodge degrees for the new incoming class- please step up and volunteer if you are asked.
I look forward to seeing all the new candidates as they progress towards the 32nd degree and I will see all of you in Lodge!
Brother Adam Ferguson, 32°, Thrice Potent Master
