Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
August 28, 2010
This Saturday was another busy day.
We started the day at the Grand Lodge Youth Basketball championship.
The Junior Division finals were between District No. 1 and District No. 6. District No. 1 won the championship in an entertaining game.
Next, in the Senior Division, the finals pitted the undefeated District No. 7 against District No. 3. The game had numerous lead changes. Finally, it ended in a nail bitter as it was decided by a last minute tip giving District No. 3 the victory.
From the tournament I traveled to Union County City Council's Annual BBQ. I had a great time fellowshipping with the brothers and sisters.
My final stop was Jersey City City Council. The council along with the District Master and District Matron were preparing for District No. 9's Annual Convention.
This was definitely a good Day for the State of New Jersey.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
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Monday, August 23, 2010
Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
August 23, 2010
This weekend we had so many scheduled events I could not make them all.
On Friday, several brothers meet at the Grand Lodge to commence work on our floor. We worked four days straight and only have the laying of the tile left.
On Saturday evening the Grand Matron, Grand Joint Council Vice President and I attended the Paterson City Council's Honoree Dinner. It was a great affair. Paterson has really set the bar for other City Councils to follow.
This week is also the final week of the Job Grand Lodge Youth Basket Ball Tournament. We hope that you will attend the playoff games to support these kids.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
August 23, 2010
This weekend we had so many scheduled events I could not make them all.
On Friday, several brothers meet at the Grand Lodge to commence work on our floor. We worked four days straight and only have the laying of the tile left.
On Saturday evening the Grand Matron, Grand Joint Council Vice President and I attended the Paterson City Council's Honoree Dinner. It was a great affair. Paterson has really set the bar for other City Councils to follow.
This week is also the final week of the Job Grand Lodge Youth Basket Ball Tournament. We hope that you will attend the playoff games to support these kids.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
Friday, August 20, 2010
Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
This week I made three stops around the state. On Tuesday August 17, my family and I attended the final regular season game of the Job Grand Lodge Youth Basketball Tournament. The game was between Districts No. 4 and 5. It was an entertaining game.
The following Day, Ill. Malachi E. Morgan and I visited the new lodge in District No. 3. This was the very first meeting of the newly formed lodge. The new brothers were very excited and had lots of questions. It gave Ill. Morgan and I great pleasure to have this new lodge in the District as well as in the state.
We would like to thank Bro. Donald Jones, Worshipful Master of Doric No. 6 for his assistance is being the ritual teacher and Ad Hoc WM of the lodge until it is officially chartered.
Lastly on Thursday, the family and I attended the first playoff came of the Tournament. Ironically, it happened to be between Districts No. 4 and 5. The rematch was even more dramatic with the game being decided in the final seconds.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
This week I made three stops around the state. On Tuesday August 17, my family and I attended the final regular season game of the Job Grand Lodge Youth Basketball Tournament. The game was between Districts No. 4 and 5. It was an entertaining game.
The following Day, Ill. Malachi E. Morgan and I visited the new lodge in District No. 3. This was the very first meeting of the newly formed lodge. The new brothers were very excited and had lots of questions. It gave Ill. Morgan and I great pleasure to have this new lodge in the District as well as in the state.
We would like to thank Bro. Donald Jones, Worshipful Master of Doric No. 6 for his assistance is being the ritual teacher and Ad Hoc WM of the lodge until it is officially chartered.
Lastly on Thursday, the family and I attended the first playoff came of the Tournament. Ironically, it happened to be between Districts No. 4 and 5. The rematch was even more dramatic with the game being decided in the final seconds.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Brothers, Sisters, Friends:
August 15, 2010
This weekend a large contingency from New Jersey traveled to Albany NY for the National District Eastern Jurisdiction Biannual Educational Growth and Expansion Workshop.
On Friday we had a meet and greet hosted by the ND Grand Master and Grand Matron. An executive meeting of the 5 Grand Masters and Grand Matrons was held immediately following the meet and greet.
The workshop contained many enlightening classes. Several individuals from NJ were presenters; Bro. Ford, Sis. Worthy and I just to name a few.
What a great workshop.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
August 15, 2010
This weekend a large contingency from New Jersey traveled to Albany NY for the National District Eastern Jurisdiction Biannual Educational Growth and Expansion Workshop.
On Friday we had a meet and greet hosted by the ND Grand Master and Grand Matron. An executive meeting of the 5 Grand Masters and Grand Matrons was held immediately following the meet and greet.
The workshop contained many enlightening classes. Several individuals from NJ were presenters; Bro. Ford, Sis. Worthy and I just to name a few.
What a great workshop.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
Saturday, August 7, 2010
Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
August 7, 2010
A large delegation of Brothers and Sisters traveled to Albany New York for their Annual Consistory and Lady Knight Convention.
We had a wonderful time in the hospitality of our neighboring brethren.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
August 7, 2010
A large delegation of Brothers and Sisters traveled to Albany New York for their Annual Consistory and Lady Knight Convention.
We had a wonderful time in the hospitality of our neighboring brethren.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
Friday, August 6, 2010
Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
August 6, 2010
Tonight the Grand Lodge Officers, the District Master of District No. 3 and a few other brothers opened a new lodge.
A total of 10 new men were initiated into the Entered Apprentice Degree. Nine of these new Brothers will form a new lodge, the other will become a member of Sons of Moses No. 3.
On behalf of the Grand Lodge I would like to thank those who assisted in this endeavor. A special thanks goes to Bro. Donald Jones, Worshipful Master of Doric Lodge No. 6.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
August 6, 2010
Tonight the Grand Lodge Officers, the District Master of District No. 3 and a few other brothers opened a new lodge.
A total of 10 new men were initiated into the Entered Apprentice Degree. Nine of these new Brothers will form a new lodge, the other will become a member of Sons of Moses No. 3.
On behalf of the Grand Lodge I would like to thank those who assisted in this endeavor. A special thanks goes to Bro. Donald Jones, Worshipful Master of Doric Lodge No. 6.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
August 5, 2010
Tonight I attended the opening night of the Job Grand Lodge Youth Basketball Tournament.
The opening game pitted District No. 7 (Paterson) against District No. 3 (Union County). The final score District No. 7, 72, District No. 3, 39.
The second game featured District No. 9 (Jersey City) against District No. 4 (Newark). The final score District No. 9, 65, District No. 4, 58.
Both games were filled with action packed highlights and tense moments. Hopefully we will see you there next time.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
August 5, 2010
Tonight I attended the opening night of the Job Grand Lodge Youth Basketball Tournament.
The opening game pitted District No. 7 (Paterson) against District No. 3 (Union County). The final score District No. 7, 72, District No. 3, 39.
The second game featured District No. 9 (Jersey City) against District No. 4 (Newark). The final score District No. 9, 65, District No. 4, 58.
Both games were filled with action packed highlights and tense moments. Hopefully we will see you there next time.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
August 3, 2010
Last night the Grand Matron and I attend the Clergy Council's meeting. It was my first time attending this meeting and it was very informative. We definitely had a good time attending this communication.
Afterward, I made an official visit at A1 and A2's City Council meeting. The meeting was very spirited especially once we opened the floor for questions. We discussed Patrons, the upcoming bowling program, JoBeth, administrative classes and District Conventions.
The members provided the Grand Lodge and JoBeth ideas for future programs. We also had lots of laughs in between the questions.
In all I had a wonderful time fellowshipping with the brothers and sisters of this fine council.
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
August 3, 2010
Last night the Grand Matron and I attend the Clergy Council's meeting. It was my first time attending this meeting and it was very informative. We definitely had a good time attending this communication.
Afterward, I made an official visit at A1 and A2's City Council meeting. The meeting was very spirited especially once we opened the floor for questions. We discussed Patrons, the upcoming bowling program, JoBeth, administrative classes and District Conventions.
The members provided the Grand Lodge and JoBeth ideas for future programs. We also had lots of laughs in between the questions.
In all I had a wonderful time fellowshipping with the brothers and sisters of this fine council.
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
Sunday, August 1, 2010
Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
This past Friday on July 30, we held our quarterly session. Surprisingly in the vacation season and the heat we had a standing room only crowd in our Grand Joint Council meeting.
In this meeting a proclamation was presented to our past president and vice president Sis. Hazel Stewart and Ill. Malachi E. Morgan for their years of service to the Grand Joint Council. Each proclamation was signed by their perspective State Senators.
In the Grand Lodge session immediately following we presented a 20 year certificate to Bro. Denard Williams.
We also unveiled the official Grand Lodge coin which was received very well by the brotherhood.
The Supreme Convention report was received and adopted into the archives of the Grand Lodge. Also on the Trestle Board was the youth basketball tournament, the fall bowling league, the business venture of Job Grand Lodge, the unveiling of the sick and shut in page on the Grand Lodge's website, etc.
The following day we traveled to Trenton NJ for the Grand Exalted Degree's quarterly meeting. The main topic of discussion were the preparations for the upcoming state Conclave in September.
Please support or Grand High Priest and Grand Eminent Commander is pre-registering and booking your hotel room in a timely manner.
The Consistory was also given time at this meeting to present the designs for their department.
After these meetings several brothers lead by the NDGM convoyed down to Delaware for their Annual BBQ.
We thank you for attendance at these several communications and events. We wish you a joyous remainder of the summer.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
This past Friday on July 30, we held our quarterly session. Surprisingly in the vacation season and the heat we had a standing room only crowd in our Grand Joint Council meeting.
In this meeting a proclamation was presented to our past president and vice president Sis. Hazel Stewart and Ill. Malachi E. Morgan for their years of service to the Grand Joint Council. Each proclamation was signed by their perspective State Senators.
In the Grand Lodge session immediately following we presented a 20 year certificate to Bro. Denard Williams.
We also unveiled the official Grand Lodge coin which was received very well by the brotherhood.
The Supreme Convention report was received and adopted into the archives of the Grand Lodge. Also on the Trestle Board was the youth basketball tournament, the fall bowling league, the business venture of Job Grand Lodge, the unveiling of the sick and shut in page on the Grand Lodge's website, etc.
The following day we traveled to Trenton NJ for the Grand Exalted Degree's quarterly meeting. The main topic of discussion were the preparations for the upcoming state Conclave in September.
Please support or Grand High Priest and Grand Eminent Commander is pre-registering and booking your hotel room in a timely manner.
The Consistory was also given time at this meeting to present the designs for their department.
After these meetings several brothers lead by the NDGM convoyed down to Delaware for their Annual BBQ.
We thank you for attendance at these several communications and events. We wish you a joyous remainder of the summer.
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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