Leicester Square - Issue 26 (Autumn 2011)

Issue 26 • Autumn 2011

THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE PROVINCIAL GRAND LODGE OF LEICESTERSHIRE & RUTLAND

Hampton Court winner on its way to LOROS Page No. 6

IN THIS ISSUE 8

Charity Presentations

10

Freemasonry Cares

13

Ascot Day

14

Festival Update

24 Royal Arch Matters Teddies

Masonic table

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Page No. 21

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AUTUMN 2011 INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Autumn 2011

Contents 14 Hall Open Doors 17Freemasons’ 2012 Festival

Festival update and news.

The Provincial Grand Master has started an initiative to open up our Masonic Centre in Leicester.

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L&R Freemasons Fund Project

The LRMCA was approached by LOROS to help with a project to bring a Garden that was being constructed at Hampton Court back to a courtyard at Glenfield.

Cheque Presentations 8Charity The

Provincial

Grand

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R.W.Bro. David Hagger and Lodge/ Order representatives made cheque presentations.

Cares 10Freemasonry Initiates’ 12Evening the Annual Initiates’ Evening was held at Freemason’s Hall, London Road, Leicester.

50 Year Membership 19 Certificates A list of Brethren for recognition of 50 years service to Freemasonry.

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Masonic Marble Table

The Library and Museum at London Road has recently acquired a valuable and beautiful masonic artefact.

23 Royal Arch 24Matters

Letters to the Editor

A selection of events which have taken place in the last six months.

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Other Orders

Articles from Rose Croix, Knights Templar and Athelstan.

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An Evening with Aggers

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EDITORIAL Editor, Henry Kukiewicz 50 St Peters Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 7DX Tel: 01298 213353 Mob: 07895 055321 Email: henrykuk@hotmail.co.uk ADVERTISING Tony Sibson Tel: 01572 822358 Mobile : 07747 614049 email: tony.sibson@hotmail.co.uk DESIGN/PRINT AnchorPrint Group, 11 Victoria Street, Syston Leicester LE7 2LE Chris Payne Tel: 0116 2690800 Email: chris.p@anchorprint.co.uk Visit: www.anchorprint.co.uk DISCLAIMER This publication is copyright AnchorPrint Group Limited and may not be reproduced or transmitted in any form in whole or in part without prior written permission of AnchorPrint Group Limited. While every care has been taken during the preparation of this magazine, AnchorPrint Group Limited cannot be held responsible for accuracy of the information herein or for any consequence arising from it.

Whilst the greatest of care has been taken in compiling this newsletter the Provincial Grand Lodge of Leicestershire and Rutland cannot accept responsibility for any errors or omissions that may occur. Editorial opinions expressed in the newsletter are not necessarily those of the Editor or the Provincial Grand Lodge of Leicestershire and Rutland. Provincial Grand Lodge does not accept any responsibility for the advertising content.

Provincial Website Visit the updated Provincial website for even more news at www.pglleics.co.uk.

If you are aware of any Brother who can not access the internet, please do print them a copy of the pages for them to enjoy.

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Dear Readers It doesn’t seem that long ago when we were preparing the Spring 2010 issue (25) and here we are with issue 26!! A lot of changes have taken place since then, which hopefully will create an increase in quality, content and interest.

In seeking to raise the standard, as well as reduce the cost to the Province, the PGM approved a new approach:-

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Guided by the PGM, a small team was formed (Jim Williamson, Tony Sibson, John Peberdy, Richard Jelly and myself) to take on a more strategic approach in looking to provide a quality and relevant, but value for money proposition.

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We would bring the advertising sales inhouse and thereby keep the income generated to offset printing/publishing costs, as our previous arrangement meant that each copy cost 50p each (excluding postage). Likewise our initial aim is to breakeven (thus achieving that value for money objective).

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We would look to use a local printer with a good track record, as well as an understanding of the Masonic ethos and thereby be more responsive to our needs. In this respect we are delighted that we have made a partnership agreement with AnchorPrint (Leicester) to achieve all our aims and look forward to working together for many issues to come.

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Generate new ideas for inclusion so as to further stimulate interest in reading and suggestions for further improvement (e.g. Letters to the Editor, other Orders news etc).

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Extend the circulation to a wider audience to spread the good news about Freemasonry.

There are 3 requests I would make to you as readers:•

Your views are genuinely sought and if you have any suggestions or views you would like to be published….please contact me (If you don’t want your name published…I will respect that).

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Your stories are important as without them... there is no story to share?

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If you know of anyone that might want to advertise in this publication – please direct them to Tony Sibson, who will be more than pleased to talk through what is on offer.

Happy reading

Henry Kukiewicz Leicester Square Editor

Dates for your

2011

Saturday 10th September Charity Presentations Sunday 9th October R.A. Church Service Friday 18th November Evening with Aggers

Friday 25th November Craft Provincial Grand Lodge Tuesday 29th November Master Masons/new Exaltees’ Evening Sunday 11th December Craft Carol Service

2012

Sunday 1st January Deadline for article submission for Spring issue of Leicester Square Saturday 7th January Charity Presentations Saturday 14th January RCC KHS Ceremony Monday 13th February KT Provincial Priory Thursday 22nd March RA Prov Grand Chapter

Sunday 6th May Church Service (Christian Orders) Tuesday 8th May Provincial Grand Mark Thursday 10th May RCC Divisional Conclave Monday 14th May Craft Initiates’ Evening Saturday 19th May 2012 RMBI Festival Banquet

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CHARITY NEWS

The Provincial Grand Master decided that last year’s Christmas Collection would be split between LOROS and more Teddies for the LRI. The generosity of all the members brought the total (incl Gift Aid) to over £12,000 to be split between the 2 projects.

The LRMCA was approached by LOROS to help with a project to bring a Garden that was being constructed at RHS Hampton Court Show back to a courtyard at Glenfield. As it has been widely acknowledged that time spent within or looking at a beautiful garden can help a patient come to terms with an incurable illness and provide a restful retreat for visitors & staff.

The LRMCA met with the project team from LOROS and ascertained that the cost to bring the garden to LOROS was £15,000. After an approach to the Grand Charity for a contribution it was decided to pay the balance of £10,000 from the Christmas Collection and LRMCA funds. This it was felt was a truly tangible way to demonstrate Freemasonry working in the local Community.

Leicestershire & Rutland Freemasons were listed as a sponsor in the literature given out at Hampton Court as well as a notice posted at the garden that it was being taken away and being reconstructed by your generosity.

The Provincial Grand Master and W.Bro. John Peberdy were invited to Hampton Court to view the garden (which won a Show Silver medal).

A fuller story will be reported in the next edition but for those with internet access, some photos/information are available for viewing at www.lorosgarden.org.uk or http://gallery.me.com/simon.scmp#100429.

The formal opening of the Garden is scheduled later this year.

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Teddies for

Loving Care (TLC) The Provincial Grand Master, the R.W.Bro. David Hagger, presents the 20,000th Teddy to Matthew Dowdall at Leicester Royal Infirmary.

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Since 2004 the Freemasons of Leicestershire and Rutland have given 20,000 teddies to Children attending the Leicester Royal Infirmary Children’s Accident and Emergency Department. The Teddies are given by the Staff to Children admitted in severe distress where they feel that a Teddy Bear to cuddle will help alleviate the Stress and assist them with their treatments. The Nurses spoke enthusiastically about the comfort the Teddies brought to the children. They also use the teddy to show to the child what is wrong with them and what the treatment will be.

The Initiative Teddies for Loving Care (TLC) was started by the Freemasons in Essex in 2003 and was taken up by many of the Masonic Provinces throughout the Country with approaching to 1 million teddies having now been given to Children attending Accident and Emergency departments.

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CHARITY NEWS

£28,000 local Charity & Community

Cheque Presentations Derbys, Leics & Rutland Air Ambulance

£4,150 (to help support service) presented by PGM and Leicester Union Lodge of Instruction

CHICKS

£2,400 (holidays for local disadvantaged children)

Happy Days

£2,000 (provide respite breaks for children with special needs)

CrossRoads Care

£2,000 (supporting local carers of those with disabilities and/or terminal illnesses)

Diabetes UK (Leics Parents Group)

£1,500 Yearly camp for local children with diabetes

Leics Deaf Children’s Society

£1,400 (support life deaf & hearing impaired children – Drayton Manor trip)

Wishes4kids

£1,095 (provide wishes for sick/ disadvantaged Leics children) presented by WMs of Gartree Lodge & Saint Crispin Lodge

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The Provincial Grand Master R.W.Bro. David Hagger and Lodge/ Order representatives made the following cheque presentations totalling over £28,000 to local charity and community groups in March and June 2011 at the Holmes Lodge Room, Freemasons’ Hall, Leicester.

CHARITY NEWS

LAURA Centre

SE Leics Explorer Scouts

(Supports bereave parents & children)

(Duke of Edinburgh/Queen’s Scout award activities)

£1,000

Belgrave St Peter’s Cof E Primary School

£500

Boy’s Brigade (5th Leic Coy)

£1,000

£500

(provide outside learning area)

(to help with redeveloped premises expenses)

Loughborough District Scouts

£1,000

Sileby Boxing Academy

(Centenary Camp)

£500

ABF – The Soldiers Charity

(promote participation to reduce anti-social behaviour)

£1,000

(support local families & service men/women following death or injury)

AGE CONCERN

£1,000

(local charity supporting the elderly)

Helping Hands

£1,000

(Oadby/Wigston specialist advice support for benefit dependents to progress to employment)

Royal Blind Society

£1,000

(provide holidays for Leics eyeless children)

Mesothelioma UK

£1,000

Blaby & Glen Parva Community Service

£500

(Drop in centre for elderly /infirm/housebound)

STEPS

£250 (help to children with walking difficulties) Presented by the Royal Arch

Camp Charnwood

£200 Menphys

£200 Rainbows Hospice

£200 Alzheimers

(helpline for families & patients with asbestos related lung cancer)

£200

PDSA (Leicester PetAid Hospital)

Devonshire Court Matrons Fund

£1,000

£200

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Lutterworth Little Rainbows

£1,000

£122

(Educational resource teaching lifeskills)

Presented by Wiclif Chapter

CRUSE

£720 (help severely traumatised children) Presented by de Mowbray Chapter

If any Brother knows of a local charity that is in need of support, he should direct them to the Provincial Grand Almoner, Frank Nicol, in the Charity Office

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FREEMASONRY CARES

The Province of Leicestershire and Rutland is one of the first Provinces to launch this initiative.

The Provincial Grand Master, R.W.Bro. David Hagger identified its potential in bringing help to Brethren, their families and most particularly the Lodge Widows, who are not aware of the assistance available from the four main Central Masonic Charities.

The launch took place nine months ago, in September 2010, when the Chief Executive of the Masonic Samaritan Fund, Richard Douglas, addressed a meeting attended by our Provincial Officers, Worshipful Masters, Lodge Almoners and Charity Stewards. Richard explained the concept of the scheme in providing a central Freephone Number, administered by the main charities in London. Applications for assistance Freemasons-Leicester Advert Portraitt.pdf 1 has 05/08/2011 can be requested and it is Square ascertained if the applicant an

appropriate Masonic connection. If so they could be either put directly through to whichever of the Central Charities is most appropriate to their need or will be directed back to the Province for further help in completing their application.

Every Brother in the Province has been sent the Freemasonry Cares brochure containing the details of the scheme, and a handy “credit card” and a key ring with the contact numbers in 11:44 order that these will always be readily available. In a covering letter the PGM has asked the Brethren to ensure that their families are aware of the scheme and that the contact details are available to them.

In a separate initiative the Province, through the Lodge Almoners, has established a data base of all our Lodge Widows. This allows the PGM to write to the widows to explain the Freemasonry Cares initiative and enclose the Freemasonry Cares Brochure, “credit Card” and key ring.

There is no doubt that with the help of Freemasonry Cares we have been able to identify significant amounts of previously unmet need amongst the Brethren, their families and especially the Lodge Widows.

There has been over thirty direct enquiries to the central Freephone number of which the vast majority have received help from one of the Central Charities. However it is also apparent that it has stimulated more requests for help directly to the Provincial and Lodge Almoners, and it is estimated that in all over 40 cases of need have been identified and helped as a result of the Freemasonry Cares initiative within our Province.

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FREEMASONRY CARES

Your health is our concern As it enters its 21st year the Masonic Samaritan Fund continues to support the health and care needs of Freemasons and their dependants.

Please help us to reach all those who need our help.

Call 020 7404 1550 or visit www.msfund.org.uk Support is available to: • Freemasons • The wives, partners and dependants of Freemasons • The widows, surviving partners and dependants of deceased Freemasons who have an identified health or care need and, faced with a long wait for treatment or care, cannot afford their own private provision without incurring financial hardship.

MEDICAL The Fund will consider applications for a wide variety of medical treatments from hip replacement to cardiac surgery, from digital hearing aids to drug treatment for cancer or degenerative diseases, from stomach banding to macular degeneration.

DENTAL Applications are welcome where NHS treatment is unavailable or where costs are in excess of NHS charging rates. Financial help is provided in support of dental treatment that is clinically necessary, in the most cost-effective and efficient manner. Grants are not available where the proposed treatment is purely cosmetic or where an applicant simply prefers to receive private treatment.

RESPITE If you look after someone who needs support because of a physical or learning disability, mental illness or whose health is impaired by sickness or old age, and who, without help, would not be able to cope with the demands of basic living, then you are a carer. It is important that, as a carer, you take time off for yourself. Grants are available from the MSF to support carers. Funding is available towards the cost of short periods of residential care or to provide regular short breaks at home.

MOBILITY The Fund is also able to provide grants for the supply and maintenance of mobility equipment, specialist equipment or home adaptations in response to a specific medical need.

For further information about any of the above please contact the Fund or your Lodge, or Provincial Grand Almoner.

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FREEMASON’S HALL ANNUAL INITATES EVENING

Initiates’ Evening On Wednesday 18th May 2011 the Annual Initiates’ Evening was held at Freemasons’ Hall, London Road, Leicester.

The event was very well supported and all those Brethren initiated within the previous 12 months, together with their wives or partners who attended, were given a conducted tour of the building. They were also given talks on various aspects of Freemasonry including the importance of charity and how the money we raise is donated to the various charities.

The evening concluded with a buffet and glass of wine when the Brethren their wives and partners who attended were able to have an informal chat and ask further questions.

Alistair Cameron and Paula Cameron. Alistair was a February Initiative to Newarke Lodge (2nd in November) they found the evening “Great and really interesting”

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Terry Galloway (Temperentia Lodge) and Suzanne Robinson who thought the “Charity part was very interesting and the building magnificent”

DEVONSHIRE COURT ASCOT DAY

Ascot Day at Devonshire Court

The annual event of ASCOT Day @ RMBI Devonshire Court took place at midday on Sunday 5th June.

The last 3 outside fund-raising events had been affected by rain, high winds or both. This year the weather was warm and dry for once. A large outdoor screen was positioned at one side of the area to show the racing. The computerised races started almost immediately with a trial race to get the uninitiated into the swing of things before lunch.

The ‘Friends’ committee had prepared a buffet lunch of cold meats, salmon, quiche and salads followed by a vast choice of desserts. The bar was also available for alcoholic and soft drinks. While lunch was taken a group of singers from the Kingsley Lodge in Northamptonshire entertained us all and continued to do so throughout the afternoon between the remaining seven races. It was possible to become an ‘owner’ for the duration of the race and the winning ‘owner’ in each race was presented with a rosette and bottle of bubbly. The Ladies were encouraged to wear hats and prizes were given for the best Ladies hat and the best Lady Resident’s hat.

The warmer weather this year meant that more residents than usual were able to take part in the event and joined in on the lawns when the Province-wide raffle was drawn by the President of the ‘Friends’, R.W.Bro. Derek Buswell.

All in all, a pleasant afternoon enjoyed by everyone having raised over £5,000 and we extend an open invitation to next year’s event!!! (weather almost guaranteed??)

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2012 FESTIVAL FESTIVAL UPDATE

2012

Festival Update We now only have 6 months to go until we have to send the individual Lodge figures to the RMBI to be included in the Festival Banquet booklet. So I will be obliged if Lodges and individuals will send any accumulated monies they are holding for the Festival to the Charity Office as soon as possible. £2 Million £1.9 £1.8 £1.7 £1.6 £1.5 The current total stands at £1.365 Million

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The Banquet, which will be attended by many local dignitaries as well as national masonic dignitaries, will be the celebration of our achievements. Tickets as you will recall are £54.00 per person and include a pre-dinner drink, 3 course Dinner and half a bottle of wine per person. Many of you have already taken advantage of the 3 x £18.00 payment plan, but I also know that a great number are still to make their booking. Please send your application into the Charity Office as soon as possible to avoid disappointment because we do have a restriction on numbers. If you have misplaced your form, please phone the Charity Office who will soon provide another one.

We have one major fund raising event this year, which is on Friday 18th November 2011 again at the King Power Stadium. Following the success of last year’s Sportsmen’s Dinner, we have an event entitled “An Evening with Aggers” and by popular request, we have included the Ladies. Tickets are only £39.50 per person, and an application form containing full details is enclosed with this Leicester Square, again an early application is advised.

We will be holding an auction and raffle at this event and a raffle at the Banquet, so any donations for either event would be most welcome. Either they can be delivered to London Road or if you contact me by Email or telephone, I will be only too pleased to arrange collection. My contact details are at the end of this article.

Finally, the total you have very generously donated in one way or another which we have been able to send to the RMBI by the end of July was £1.271m and the notional interest this earned was £94,000 making the total so far £1.365m.

This leaves £135,000 to reach our target and as I have said many times before that I am sure with the continued very generous support you have shown so far....we will get there.!!!

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The Festival Banquet at the King Power Stadium (formerly Walkers Stadium) on May 19th 2012 is the culmination of all our efforts to reach our target of £1.5m for the RMBI. It is on this evening that our final total will be announced.

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Once again, many many thanks and I hope to see many of you with your partners and friends at the “Aggers” night.

John Peberdy

2012 Festival Chairman Telephone: 01509 673157 Mobile: 07860 285186 Email: jpeberdy@aol.com

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2012 FESTIVAL FESTIVAL NEWS

2012 Annual

Sky Dive

QUIZ

Lodge of The Golden Fleece

Challenge

David Lewin, charity steward of The Lodge of The Golden Fleece (2081) completed a Sky Dive on his 70th birthday in order to raise funds on behalf of The Lodge of The Golden Fleece’s contribution to the 2012 Festival.

The Sky Dive was in tandem with an experienced instructor as it was David’s first attempt.

All went well and David raised £1,200 for the festival.

This year’s final was held at Freemasons’ Hall Leicester on the 16th May 2011 where 22 teams took part in a hard fought battle.

The winners were: David enjoyed the experience and said he would do it again (perhaps on his 80th?)

Provincial Grand Master’s

Garden Party

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Science & Art

ND PLACE

Temperantia’s Whiskeypedia

RD PLACE

Howe & Charnwood

The overall amount of money raised for the Festival was £530.

On Sunday 17th July 200 Masons their families and friends were present at the garden party held at the Provincial Grand Master’s home in Cropston.

The weather proved to be better than forecast after horrendous conditions the previous day, when it poured with rain, whilst a few volunteers erected the Gazebos.

Chrissie Jelly and her team of ladies organised, prepared and served the food which was enjoyed by all. The PGM’s son in law, Charlie Bloor, kindly donated all of the cold meats and pies.

Thanks to the generosity of those who gave prizes and the efforts of Steve Davison’s daughters, Emily and Esther, who sold the tickets,the Tombola which was organised by John Peberdy and Terry Weston raised nearly £900.

Everyone present was entertained by the music and singing of Stone Raven.

The day raised a few pounds short of £4000 for the 2012 Festival.

A big thank you to David Hagger for arranging the event at his home and all who made the day such a big success.

The PGM’s team (Dave’s Demons) were almost the strongest team coming in 21st with the motto of “It’s not the winning…it’s the taking part” with the assurance they will improve yet again next year!!!

Invitations will be sent out to all Lodges to participate early next year.

There are no limits on how many teams a Lodge can enter as regional heats will be held.

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2012 FESTIVAL FESTIVAL NEWS

Feeling Groovy On Thursday 30th June 2011 Judy Dodd and the Tudor Choir performed a musical soiree “Feeling Groovy” The evening included a buffet and singing music from the ever popular 60’s era.

Judy, Jill and Anne performed songs from The 3 Degrees and Phil and Colin bought the house down with their rendition of Sonny and Chers ‘I got you babe’! The evening raised £1,100.

This was the 4th concert Judy and Phil have organised with the Tudor Choir performing. Previously music from the 30’s, 40’s and 50’s has been the theme.

All the money raised to date by the Tudor Choir (£4,000+) has been donated to the 2012 Festival Appeal.

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MASONIC NEWS

Freemasons’ Hall

Open Doors

The Provincial Grand Master has started an initiative to open up our Masonic Centre in Leicester to allow the general public to view the Homes Lodge Room and the Library and Museum.

Every Tuesday and Thursday for six weeks from the middle of June to the end of July, tours of the building were conducted by trained leaders. These tours were greatly appreciated by all who joined in and this can be seen as a pilot scheme for the years to come.

The Provincial Grand Master wishes to publicise the tours more widely and has commissioned a leaflet, which you will all receive with the newsletter and the invitation to the Annual Meeting of Provincial Grand Lodge. No doubt you are all in contact with many groups and societies who may wish to add a tour of our London Road Headquarters to their yearly programme. Could I ask you to do all you can to publicise this facility and note that lunches can be provided if the group so wishes.

Freemasons’ Hall

Public Open Day

It is over 13 years since under the banner of “Freemasonry in the Community”, Freemasons’ Hall was open to the public for the first time and where over 500 members of the public were given a guided tour of the building and an insight into the local charitable work that Freemasons are active within the Province.

The Provincial Grand Master has agreed that such an event be repeated on Saturday 9th June 2012 and plans are now in progress to make this happen.

Individual project team leaders are currently being identified to take forward the work and if any individual has specific skills/ knowledge (e.g. marketing/ publicity) to offer or would like to help out on the day, please contact W.Bro. Henry Kukiewicz (Project Manager) 07895 055321 or 01298 213353 or email henrykuk@hotmail.co.uk.

FREEMASONRY TODAY UPDATE The Province has had a number of articles published in Freemasonry Today (FMT) over the last couple of years.

Do you know where in Ashby this foundation stone is?

Answer will be in next issue.

FMT is now on line and stories will be able to be submitted electronically and viewed online.

The existing hard copy sent to every subscribing member will continue but stories will continue to be selected by the FMT Editor based on his editorial judgement. To view online visit www.freemasonrytoday.com.

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LODGE NEWS

Meet (UK’s longest serving LifeGuard!!!)

Harry Williams Former Royal Marine – Bro. Harry Williams (John Corah Lodge 7736 – Charity Steward) was featured on a full page of the Leicestershire Chronicle on 28th May 2011 (page 7) naming him as the UK’s longest serving lifeguard (79 years young – 50 years service).

He was likewise featured in the national Big Splash campaign which sought to inspire the UK to swim!!

In the features it made references to his experiences as a lifeguard for nearly 50 years starting with; rescuing somebody from the River Soar at 15 years of age, rescuing individuals as far and wide as USA, Bournemouth Pier, Mablethorpe. He worked as a Lifeguard at the St Margaret’s Swimming Pool as well as working with disabled youngsters to learn to swim. In 1991 he trained the swimming team for the Special Olympics and of the 29 that entered…29 won medals!!

He is still regularly recognised by individuals he has trained or been involved with in swimming at St Margaret’s Baths but is still involved in training lifeguards at New Parks Leisure Centre… and plans to continue doing so as long as he can.

Harry has completed a Triathlon, cycled around Rutland Water, 27 hours in the Red Sea, swimming off the Cyprus coast, 25 mile annual swims etc etc …all in aid of charity fund raising.

“It is something of an honour to find out I’m the oldest lifeguard, I was amazed, although I don’t actually think of myself as being old”

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Humber Stone Lodge (7744)

Installation Meeting

On 8th March 2011, over 100 Brethren attended the 51st Installation meeting of Humber Stone Lodge (7744) at Broad Street, Syston.

The 50th Anniversary meeting was honoured by the presence of the PGM, R.W.Bro. David V Hagger, the DPGM, W.Bro. James L Buckle and the APGM, W.Bro. Peter C Kinder (who is also a member of the Lodge).

The picture shows the new Worshipful Master W.Bro. Alan Coleman (having that evening been installed by W.Bro. Ian Nesbitt) and members of the Humber Stone Lodge (7744) on the evening of the historically memorable installation.

LODGE NEWS

50 Year

Membership Certificates The following Brethren have been awarded 50 year Certificates in recognition of their service to Freemasonry.

Brothers-in-Law When W.Bro. Ian Nesbitt was Worshipful Master of The Humber Stone Lodge (7744) in 2007, his then Senior Warden Bro. Dean Newman (whom he subsequently installed into the chair) suggested holding a Summer Charity Garden Party.

It would be hosted by Dean and Christine Newman at their home in Broughton Astley, with monies being donated to the 2012 Festival.

Everything was subsequently arranged and not only was the event well supported and money successfully raised for the 2012 Festival but it coincided with two of their offspring meeting for the first time – Sam Nesbitt & Will Newman.

Suffice it to say that their incidental meeting blossomed in the months and years ahead to the extent that on 30th April 2011 (the day after the Royal Will married Kate) their own Will tied the knot with Sam at the village church in Mortehoe Devon, a favourite holiday spot of the newlyweds.

In fact so many people travelled to Devon for the occasion that the Watersmeet Hotel was completely booked out all weekend solely for the wedding party. Apart from a strong breeze the whole weekend remained warm with sunny intervals throughout, with many guests walking on the beach, in the sea, along the footpaths or socialising on the hotel verandahs.

The bride wore a beautiful silver gown and white veil with a jewelled tiara, the latter being worn by her Mum Carole when she married her Dad W.Bro. Ian in 1972. The bridesmaids were in a complimentary aubergine dresses, with the gentlemen in grey suits, silver waistcoats and aubergine cravats.

It was a wonderful occasion for all concerned and just goes to show how masonry can unexpectedly change lives for the better. Dean and Ian have been masonic brothers and good friends since they joined The Humber Stone Lodge and both were introduced by W.Bro. John McVey, who along with his wife Flo attended the post wedding garden party on 29th May – yes at the home of W.Bro. Dean and Chris Newman where it all began.

Our congratulations are extended to each Brother on this most wonderful achievement, which will no doubt be acknowledged and celebrated by their own Lodges in their own unique way.

W.Bro. GF Hipwell (6794) W.Bro. CJ Hurst (4656) W.Bro. RJ Rosser (5208) W.Bro. NW Lewin (5664) W.Bro. GG Wright (6406) W.Bro. JB Harrison (3091) W.Bro. JE Pickering (523) W.Bro. JE Brabbs (5061) W.Bro. WB Davis (779) W.Bro. D Brown (8429)

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LIBRARY & MUSEUM

A Masonic Marble Table

The table is now on display at the Provincial Museum at London Road

The Library and Museum at London Road has recently acquired a valuable and beautiful masonic artefact in the form of a Pietre Dure marble table containing a symbolic depiction of King Solomon’s Temple.

Past Provincial Grand Secretary, W.Bro. Don Peacock saw the item advertised in the auction catalogue of Messrs Gildings of Market Harborough. R.W.Bro. David Hagger authorised a bid, which was then made by W.Bro. Walter Glover, and this was successful.

But what is Pietre Dure work? It translates as “hard stone” and is a way of making pictures from slices of marble set into a stone surface. A technique known to the Romans, the art form was greatly developed by the Medici family in 16th Century Florence. For two centuries this was art for Kings and Emperors, Popes and Potentates, but in the 19th Century items were made for wealthy people of other social classes. Our table dates from that time. It is early to mid 19th Century in date, about 1825. It is octagonal in form — a square upon a square — and consists of a border in which various jewels of office are depicted, all formed of marble slices, and these surround the central picture of two pillars and the entrance to the Temple standing on a chequered pavement. The pattern is enriched by a “sky” made of the semi precious stone Lapis Lazuli.

The table was formerly in private ownership in Nuneaton, and how it came there is unknown. There are two similar tables known to exist, one in New York and one in London, but they differ from ours in detail. Further research into the table and its antecedents is under way and will be reported via the Lodge of Research, but in the meantime, Brethren are urged to come in and see this lovely object — it’s bound to be a much admired feature at Ladies` Festivals!!!

W.Bro. David Hughes

If any Brother has any information that may assist in further identifying this table please contact W.Bro. Walter Glover at Freemasons’ Hall, Leicester.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Letters to the Editor Dear Editor

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I have long wondered whether we do enough to explain to new members, what Freemasonry in general and the 3 Craft degrees in particular, are all about. When answers do become clear to them, the signs of greater enjoyment are obvious.

Much more literature is available nowadays but to my mind, the best opportunity for explanations comes when a new member has to leave the Lodge for some considerable time, during which another member’s Passing or Raising work has been carried out.

Some Lodges do have a structure in place to use this time more meaningfully but perhaps more can still be done. I (and no doubt also the Executive) would be pleased to hear your views, both in terms of relevant material and appointed personnel to oversee it.

W.Bro. Jim Williamson (PM 2081)

Dear Sir...

Freemasonry Cares works!!!

Upon general release of the Freemasonry Cares literature, 2 Brethren from Lodge of Welcome (5664) had queries referred to the Provincial Almoner who immediately dealt with one locally and referred the other to appropriate central charity.

This involved Bro. Alan Marshall’s wife Ellie who has MS and is increasingly getting immobile. The RMBI immediately sprang into action, the Prov Almoner took charge of form filling and liaising with London relieving me and the Marshalls of all the worries of the process.

In double quick time Ellie had her stairlift fitted at home and her life has been made much, much more comfortable.

I knew “Freemasonry Cares” was a brilliant idea! Our Lodge is now fully aware of its capabilities and have no hesitation in promoting what it can do.

EDITORS COMMENTS Work has been carried by the Provincial Mentor and his team in producing high quality materials for new and established Freemasons through the Mentoring scheme and due for launch within this coming Masonic season.

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ROYAL ARCH MATTERS

Musical Assortments Loughborough raises more money for Royal Arch Charities.

Beacon and Charnwood Chapters host another successful event.

On Saturday 26th February a ‘Musical Assortment’ evening was performed by ‘Opera House’ and ‘Concorde’ and was held at the Masonic Hall, Loughborough. The event was organised by Beacon and Charnwood Chapters with a bar and buffet provided by Carillon Caterers and a raffle.

The evening raised the magnificent sum of £1,200 for the Royal Arch Charities.

Continuous Improvement

Royal Arch There are many initiatives to encourage Brethren to join the Arch on Royal the e promot must we but n decisio and make it a rewarding in our ate particip to want they e becaus join to n merit and enthuse Brethre g the “gettin than rather dge knowle c Masoni their mysteries and to extend ? badge” or “satisfying a friend” ties of joining a Once a companion has assisted the new Exaltee with the formali Companions Chapter all of work the and te comple chapter his duties are far from welcome as and involved as s Exaltee new our should start. This means making rship. membe their enjoy to them te stimula possible by engaging in what will Exaltees.

This plea for written responses is also to aim to benefit our recent most benefit Whilst the ways in which we can assist our new Exaltees to get the the less never , obvious seem may Order out of membership of our wonderful ways in l practica of ideas lar particu have we ask that any Companions who may ions, Compan new our engage and nce which we may further enhance the experie Arch Royal the let and rd key-boa to nger fi would they please put pen to paper, or ce.

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This plea for written response is also aimed at those we hope nces good Experie dence. confi in our recent Exaltees. All replies will be treated ment, involve own your ng improvi and bad are sought, together with ideas for r.

Chapte own your and Arch understanding and enjoyment of the Royal 01509 880992 If you wish to speak in confidence to me please contact me on co.uk. hyman. (home), 01509 231610 (work) or email: roger@roger-w G Roger Whyman PAGDC, Prov G Registrar.

EDITORS COMMENTS Each Craft Lodge has a named Royal Arch Representative (on summons + Year Book) to whom all queries of interest in membership of the Royal Arch can be obtained.

Jim Harkness Exaltation On the 19th July – Comp Jim Harkness was supported by 12 Companions from Leicestershire & Rutland (including the MEGS E. Comp Peter Kinder), to his Exaltation in Erlegh Chapter (Bucks).

Jim & his wife are due to move from Barrow on Soar to live in the area and also to be near to their daughter & her husband.

Jim proposed his son in law (on his wedding day!!) into the Craft and his son in law has now reciprocated by proposing him into the Royal Arch!!

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ROYAL ARCH MATTERS

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2013 APPEAL

On 30th March the MEGS, Comp Peter Kinder, launched the Leicestershire and Rutland appeal in support of the Royal College of Surgeons.

The year 2013 marks the bi-centenary of the emergence of the Royal Arch and the effort will complement the funds raised in 1967 to mark the 250th anniversary of Craft Masonry.

Over 100 Companions and their ladies welcomed five representatives of the Royal College, three of whom gave presentations of the research they had carried out with the help of Royal College grants. The presentation ended with Johnny Fountain, the College Development Officer, showing a CD of the wider areas of research undertaken by the Royal College.

Following such an interesting presentation there were a number of questions, after which everyone retired to the Holmes Dining Room for a buffet supper. During the evening a raffle was held which raised the sum of £400 for the appeal.

All Companions will have received a leaflet and Gift Aid form and the Grand Superintendent sincerely hopes that the appeal will be generously supported.

Earlier this year E. Comp Paul Wallace was appointed as Past Grand Standard Bearer in the Supreme Grand Chapter.

Next day he drove up to North Shore Golf Club in Skegness at the crack of dawn to a golfing weekend with friends from the club where he always has a habit of walking off the green with the flagstick in his hand.

As per custom & practice he did it again that day in the company of three other members with whom he was playing when one of them noticed that he was walking off with the flagstick and enquired………… whether he thought he was “some sort of Standard Bearer or something????”

Reynard Chapter

Garden party On Sunday 24th July the First Principal E. C. Comp David Turner of Reynard Chapter (9285) hosted a garden party at his home when members and their wives enjoyed lunch and a pleasant sun drenched afternoon.

Whilst the prime objective was for members to get together and enjoy each others company, a collection was taken in aid of the Royal Arch Festival 2013 raising £255.

Reynard members and friends/partners enjoying sun (or shade)

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ROYAL ARCH MATTERS

60 years a Royal Arch Mason!

At the February meeting of Wiclif Chapter (3078), E. Comp. Norman Pettit celebrated 60 years as a Royal Arch Mason. The meeting was attended by the Most Excellent Grand Superintendent, E. Comp. Peter Kinder and many of his Provincial team.

This visit was not publicised as it was a planned surprise to E. Comp. Norman. At an appropriate moment the Grand Superintendent interrupted the published agenda and requested the PGDC, E. Comp. Gerry Thurgar, to present E. Comp.

Norman Pettit to him. After congratulating him on his amazing achievement the MEGS asked the Provincial Scribe E, E. Comp. John Townsend, to read a citation.

A framed copy of this document was then presented to E. Comp.

Norman, accompanied by enthusiastic applause from all the Companions present.

To highlight the significance of E. Comp. Norman’s achievement, the MEGS noted that in February 1951, when Norman was exalted, he was but a figment of his parents’ imagination.

On this same evening Bro. Colin Frank Moore was exalted into the Wiclif Chapter and welcomed into The Royal Arch by the MEGS.

Provincial Grand Chapter

2011

On Thursday 24th March, the Annual Convocation took place at London Road, Leicester.

There were seven visiting Grand Superintendents and thirty other VIP’s from neighbouring provinces.

The Deputy Grand Superintendent and the Second Provincial Grand Principal. E. Comp. James Williamson and E. Comp. James Buckle were re-appointed and the MEGS then invested and installed E. Comp. Noel Manby as Third Provincial Grand Principal.

After thanking E. Comp. John Booton for his valuable help as Third Provincial Grand Principal, the MEGS invested those Companions who had been appointed and promoted.

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ROYAL ARCH MATTERS

Royal Arch Buffet The MEGS, E. Comp Peter Kinder and his wife Sandie hosted the R.A Buffet at London Road Leicester on Tuesday 14th June 2011.

This popular evening was very well attended by active Provincial Officers, Grand officers and Companions who had helped to serve the Province throughout the year.

After enjoying a sit down buffet entertainment was provided by the Tudor Choir under the direction of Judy Dodd. The MEGS had great pleasure in presenting Judy with a cheque for LOROS and, of course, a lovely bouquet of flowers. E. Comp. Paul Wallace then presented Sandie Kinder with a beautiful bouquet of flowers.

Royal Arch Luncheon On Sunday 23rd January the MEGS E. Comp Peter Kinder and his wife Sandie, together with his coPrincipals and their wives, hosted a luncheon at London Road, Leicester.

The event, which was an informal occasion and to which all Royal Arch Masons and their partners were invited, was very well attended and enjoyed by all.

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OTHER ORDERS

Rose Croix Ceremony Demonstration A demonstration of the 14th degree (Grand Elect Perfect and Sublime Master) of the Ancient & Accepted Rite (Rose Croix) was hosted by the Inspector General for Leics & Rutland – V.III Bro. M David M Parkes Bowen and organised

by III Bro. Reggie Dickinson (District Recorder) and held on Saturday 14th May 2011 at Freemasons’ Hall, Leicester.

The demonstration was carried out by the King Edward VII Chapter of Improvement, chaired by V.III Bro. Ted Bentley and on this occasion included our own III Bros Tony Watling, Andy Lee & E&P Bro. Reg Morgan who took an active part in the proceedings.

The event was attended by Leics & Rutland members of the Order as well as many guests from Districts across the country. The event was preceded by a (relatively light) Festive Luncheon.

A different degree of the Order (4th to the 17th inclusive) is worked once a year in a different District and invitations are sent out annually for members of the Order to view the detailed ceremony.

M A S O N I C O R D E R O F AT H E L S TA N

Official visit to USA In early February 2011 the Athelstan “Team” arrived in Washington DC to consecrate the first two Courts in the USA and instruct 135 new members into the Order.

The Order was not a part of American Masonry until this time. The Consecration was carried out by M.W.Bro. Michael Henry Roalfe, Grand Master and R.W.Bro. David Buxton Deputy Grand Master aided by the “Team”, which included several Leicestershire & Rutland Masons.

The MW Grand Master greets R.W. Bro. D. Allen Surratt, Provincial Grand Master for the Province of the United States of America.

Athelstan is at present in England, India, Australia and now America with several other territories eager to join. On the social side, we were welcomed royally and invited to various masonic sponsored functions including:•

Conducted tour of the George Washington Masonic Memorial (well worth a visit)

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Visit to the White House where a number were temporarily detained for a while by the Authorities!!!

as well as some social experiences in a particular Breakfast Eatery!!! The Athelstan “Team” performed the ceremonies in an exemplary manor and a good time was had by all.

KNIGHTS TEMPLAR NEWS During the year, the following Knights received substantial appointments • Feb 2011 – E Knight Adrian Padmore was appointed as the Sub Prior of the Province by R.E. Knight David J Walters (Provincial Prior for Leicestershire & Rutland) • May 2011 – E Kt Ray Ellis was appointed as Great Sword Bearer, having previously served on the Grand Master’s Bodyguard. A L&R delegation of over 12 Knights accompanied him to support him receiving his honours at the installation meeting of the new Grand Master of the Order.

Photo shows the Demonstration Team that carried out the 14th degree ceremony, of which all that attended were truly inspired by their delivery of the ritual and rubric.

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Congratulations go to both on their well earned honours.

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Farewells

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The following Brethren have passed to the Grand Lodge above since the last issue. Our thoughts go to their families and loved ones.

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Following the success of last year’s Sportsmen’s Dinner and by popular demand... this year’s event will include the Ladies!

“An Evening with Aggers” on Friday 18th November 2011

To raise funds for the 2012 Festival

followed by dancing to Aphrodite...

Locally educated at Uppingham School, and following a successful playing career for Leicestershire and England, Jonathan Agnew is now internationally famous as the BBC Radio Cricket Correspondent and for his Test Match Special Commentary. He is also a very humorous after dinner speaker! He will discuss and divulge the behind the scenes antics in the commentary box and with his witty personality, will entertain those who have never followed the game of cricket before. Ladies – prepare to be converted!

This glamorous evening will begin with a complimentary reception drink, followed by a delicious 3 course dinner and then with the Assistance of Roger Dakin, Comedian and M.C. for the evening, the floor will be handed over to Jonathan Agnew. Finally, the night will be completed with dancing the night away to the sounds of Aphrodite – what better way to round off a perfect evening.

The venue for this evening, which is also open to you friends and families, is the Walker’s Hall in the King Power Stadium, home of Leicester City Football Club. There will also be an opportunity to enter bids for top quality auction items in order to raise money for the 2012 Festival for the RMBI and an accompanying raffle. Donations of prizes for this will be most welcome.

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