Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On May 29, the MW Job Grand Lodge held its Fellowship BBQ at May Apple Hill South Mountain Reservation in West Orange New Jersey.
Hundreds of Brothers, Sisters and their invited guests assembled at the park to enjoy the festivities.
The children enjoyed the jungle gyms, obstacle course, horseshoes, t-ball and most of all beating the brothers of District No. 1 who challenged them to a softball game. I am not sure how the Brothers of District No. 1 will live this down, but I'm sure they will find away.
A special thanks goes to the brothers who assisted in setting up the BBQ and those who monitored the children at the jungle gyms.
We would like to thank all of our Brothers, Sisters, guests, the caterer and the parks department for a wonderful day.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
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Sunday, May 30, 2010
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On May 22, we began with another Masonic Dollar Day. Chamblee's Restaurant in Newark was the supported small business of the Day.
After Masonic Dollar Day, I made an official visit to New Horizon No. 217 in Asbury Park.
It was an enjoyable occasion as Past Master World told many funny stories which kept me laughing most of the night.
The visit allowed me to meet 5 of New Horizons Fellow Craft Masons. These members were very excited about being in the Fraternity of Freemasonry and we are glad to have them.
This visit brings to an end the visitation period for this year. left on the Trestle Board as we bring this Masonic calendar year to a close is the Fellowship BBQ and our Annual State Convention.
Hope to see you at both events.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
On May 22, we began with another Masonic Dollar Day. Chamblee's Restaurant in Newark was the supported small business of the Day.
After Masonic Dollar Day, I made an official visit to New Horizon No. 217 in Asbury Park.
It was an enjoyable occasion as Past Master World told many funny stories which kept me laughing most of the night.
The visit allowed me to meet 5 of New Horizons Fellow Craft Masons. These members were very excited about being in the Fraternity of Freemasonry and we are glad to have them.
This visit brings to an end the visitation period for this year. left on the Trestle Board as we bring this Masonic calendar year to a close is the Fellowship BBQ and our Annual State Convention.
Hope to see you at both events.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
Friday, May 21, 2010
Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On May 17, the Grand Matron and I visited the Grand Joint Council's Officers' Meeting. The Grand Matron and I listened to the planning of their Scholarship Gala as well as a preview of the Grand Joint Council President's Annual Report.
We are very pleased with the work of the Grand Joint Council, Bro. Mainor, Sis. Martin, the officers and all the Presidents and Vice Presidents of the State Councils, keep up the good work.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
On May 17, the Grand Matron and I visited the Grand Joint Council's Officers' Meeting. The Grand Matron and I listened to the planning of their Scholarship Gala as well as a preview of the Grand Joint Council President's Annual Report.
We are very pleased with the work of the Grand Joint Council, Bro. Mainor, Sis. Martin, the officers and all the Presidents and Vice Presidents of the State Councils, keep up the good work.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On May 8 an official visit was made to St. James 201. Fortune would have it that I saw several brothers that I haven't seen in years.
After the discussion of the Trestle Board I fielded several questions on the building and the convention.
As always I had an enjoyable time fellowshipping with the brothers.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
On May 8 an official visit was made to St. James 201. Fortune would have it that I saw several brothers that I haven't seen in years.
After the discussion of the Trestle Board I fielded several questions on the building and the convention.
As always I had an enjoyable time fellowshipping with the brothers.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Brothers, Sisters, and Friends:
On May 3, I made an official visit to Alpha & Omega No. 42. Alpha & Omega has added more pressure to the Lodge of The Year Award.
Bro. Reggie Bowers performed the Burial Ceremony garnering the lodge an additional 1000 points.
With only St. James No. 201 and New Horizon No. 217 left for visitation we will be rapping up and tallying the scores.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
On May 3, I made an official visit to Alpha & Omega No. 42. Alpha & Omega has added more pressure to the Lodge of The Year Award.
Bro. Reggie Bowers performed the Burial Ceremony garnering the lodge an additional 1000 points.
With only St. James No. 201 and New Horizon No. 217 left for visitation we will be rapping up and tallying the scores.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
Brothers, Sisters, Friends:
On May 2, a large delegation of brothers traveled to Trenton for Bethune Grand Chapter's Annual Queen Esther Day Service.
We would like to congratulate the Grand Matron, Grace Hixon, the officers and members of Bethune Grand Chapter for a wonderful service. The Pastor's service was very inspirational.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
On May 2, a large delegation of brothers traveled to Trenton for Bethune Grand Chapter's Annual Queen Esther Day Service.
We would like to congratulate the Grand Matron, Grace Hixon, the officers and members of Bethune Grand Chapter for a wonderful service. The Pastor's service was very inspirational.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
Saturday, May 1, 2010
Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On May 1, while attending my subordinate lodge's communication Doric Lodge No. 6 appeared in an effort to take possession of the Traveling Gavel.
We had a wonderful time fellowshipping with each other. During the communication we had lectures from Bro. Davis, Bro. Sims and Bro. Jones of Doric No. 6.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
On May 1, while attending my subordinate lodge's communication Doric Lodge No. 6 appeared in an effort to take possession of the Traveling Gavel.
We had a wonderful time fellowshipping with each other. During the communication we had lectures from Bro. Davis, Bro. Sims and Bro. Jones of Doric No. 6.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On April 30, we held our final Grand Lodge Communication for this Masonic year.
We are now preparing for our Fellowship BBQ and our Annual State Convention.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
On April 30, we held our final Grand Lodge Communication for this Masonic year.
We are now preparing for our Fellowship BBQ and our Annual State Convention.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
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