ConsistoryAs our 2009-2010 year comes to an end, I would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge and thank all who contributed in some way in having made the year the success it was.
While I’m sure that I will miss thanking someone, kudos to our Body Heads Brothers Adam Ferguson, Milo Peterson and Dick Freeman for their outstanding dedication and fine programs. My officers, Lynwood Bennerson, Bob Tyrrell, Rick Powell and Garry Visconte for all their support (especially to Lynwood for being my strong right hand).
We bid our Administrative Assistant Linda Mantea our best wishes upon her retirement. I especially appreciate all that she had done for our Scottish rite Valley.
A special thank you to our immediate past Commander-In-Chief Craig Cobb for chairing our Learning Center walk-a-thon and directing our 31st and 32nd degree (and much more).
I would also be remiss if I did not thank Brother Allan Ferguson for accepting the position of Hospitaler. He is doing a great job.
There a many others (including our Deputy’s Representative and the 33rds of the Valley) who were always willing to do what it is that I asked them to do.
Also, I had the pleasure of announcing the Valley’s 2010 DSA (Distinguished Service Award recipients Brothers Rich Torrey and Milo Peterson along with our Valley’s Legion of Valor recipients Brothers Dick Freeman and Kevin Cobb. They will be formally recognized at our annual Awards and Recognition dinner.
In my last article, I noticed the wrong date listed for our Veterans day celebration. It is planned for Monday November 8th. Please mark your calendars accordingly.
We are a good Valley doing good things but we need to strive to go from good to great. During this coming new term, we will all continue to strengthen the fraternal bonds of friendship and brotherhood among each and every one of you while making every effort to address those opportunities that lay before us.
May God Bless and have a great summer.
May God Bless and have a great summer.
Brother Sandy Samson, 33°, Commander in Chief
Chapter
Greetings Brethren, On behalf of the Chapter of Rose Croix, I would like to express my sincere thanks to the Valley of Syracuse for the privilege of being Most Wise Master.
It has been a pleasure working with Adam and Milo. I want to say thank you to all of the Members of our Line for your help this past year, this includes George and Linda in the Office.
I need to say a special thanks to Bob Tyrrell, and assure him that my recruiting efforts will stay on track. As for the Commander in Chief…Sandy, what can I say, This has been such an Honor to a part of this.
Last, I want to thank Dianne for her support in my year as MWM. I will be leaving the Chapter in the very capable hands of the Rev. Allan Ferguson, a true Scotsman indeed.
Have a great summer, and stay healthy…May God Bless America !!
Brother Dick Freeman, 32°, Most Wise Master
Council
Greetings from the Council Princes of Jerusalem.
The events began on the 10th of May with the Guards Club Dinner and Annual Meeting. The Council Princes of Jerusalem slate of Officers for the coming year has been defined as: Sov. Prince: Milo Peterson; High Priest: David Barnello; Senior Warden: Michael Cassavaw; Junior Warden: Carl Fahrenkrug, Jr; Master of Ceremonies: Robert Boutell; Master of Entrances: Kevin Cobb. I believe these Officers will perform their duties with diligence. Public installation of Officers will be on June 7.
The events began on the 10th of May with the Guards Club Dinner and Annual Meeting. The Council Princes of Jerusalem slate of Officers for the coming year has been defined as: Sov. Prince: Milo Peterson; High Priest: David Barnello; Senior Warden: Michael Cassavaw; Junior Warden: Carl Fahrenkrug, Jr; Master of Ceremonies: Robert Boutell; Master of Entrances: Kevin Cobb. I believe these Officers will perform their duties with diligence. Public installation of Officers will be on June 7.
The 17th Degree was scheduled for the 17th of May; however a replacement program was presented instead. The evening was hosted by the Chapter of Rose Croix. It was an informative presentation and an enjoyable evening of fraternization. That is what I really enjoy about the Scottish Rite, it is all about morality instruction and enjoyment of the brotherhood.
The coming month of June will end our year with the Public Installation of the Officers for the coming year on June 7, and then, Summer will be upon us. I hope that everyone will have an enjoyable and safe Summer Season.
Brother Milo Peterson, 32°, Sovereign Prince
Lodge
Greetings from the Lodge of Perfection!
As I write this article, I have much to reflect upon from this past year, both Masonic and personal.
As I write this article, I have much to reflect upon from this past year, both Masonic and personal.
As if the duties of Thrice Potent Master were not going to be enough of a challenge, I undertook a return to Syracuse University this past August. By the time this goes to press, I will have graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English and Textual Studies.
To that end, my deepest and heartfelt thanks goes to Sandy Samson, Dick Freeman, and Milo Peterson - a wonderful team of colleagues and presiding officers. I also send my deepest thanks and appreciation to my Deputy, Tom Santmeyer - your work was appreciated and I wish you the best for your coming year.
A huge thank you goes to my officers, both official and drafted; and to each of the degree teams it was my pleasure to work with. A personal debt of thanks goes to George Black and Linda Mantia in the office who did their level best to make me look good, and last but not least to my family - you all have supported me and made me believe that I could have and do it all.
Thank you all very much, and I will see you in Lodge!
Brother Adam Ferguson, 32°, Thrice Potent Master
