tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15577502051980221332012-03-04T10:17:43.032-05:00The Grand Master's BlogComments, thoughts, and messages from the Grand Master of the Great State of New Jersey, Job Grand Lodge under the charter of International Free and Accepted Modern Masons & Order of eastern Stars around the world.MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comBlogger1301100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-40693904723583740722012-03-04T10:17:00.001-05:002012-03-04T10:17:43.081-05:00VisitationsBrothers, Sisters and Friends:
March 3, 2012 was a busy day on the Grand Master's Calendar. The first stop was a visit to Union County's City Council's breakfast at Applebee's.
From there an official visit was made to Sons of Moses No. 3 in Elizabeth. While at the lodge Worshipful Master Rex Orange performed the Burial Ceremony garnering the lodge additional points in the race of the Lodge of MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-87287600148369739692012-03-04T10:09:00.001-05:002012-03-04T10:09:50.375-05:00Educational ConferenceBrothers, Sisters and Friends:
On February 25, 2012 we held our Annual Educational Conference for the Grand Lodge and Grand Chapter.
The Educational Directors Bro. Hillman and Sis. Williams did a wonderful job in coordinating the outside presenters. A special thanks to the NJ State Troopers for their presentation.
We would also like to thank those brothers who gave lectures during the MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-34755388338317244252012-02-06T15:57:00.001-05:002012-02-06T15:57:13.133-05:00ND Eastern JurisdictionBrothers, Sisters and Friends:
On the weekend of February 1, thru February 4, 2012 we traveled to the National District convention where as usual, New Jersey had the most members and delegates in attendance.
The brothers did a great job with the opening of the King Solomon's Palace on Friday morning as well as performing the Memorial Ceremony. Both Brothers and Sisters performed a memorable MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-28969507968222315242012-01-14T22:27:00.001-05:002012-01-14T22:27:45.461-05:00Jan 14, 2012Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
Today began the Grand Master's official visits. Ironically this year began the same as last year with the first visit falling on St. James No. 37 in Newark NJ.
We had a wonderful conversation on the direction of the Grand Lodge. The lodge opened well and even performed the Burial Ceremony for two thousand points.
My hat's off to the Worshipful Master Bro. AndreMW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-87696969733266341752012-01-08T17:24:00.001-05:002012-01-08T17:24:31.750-05:00Dec 18, 2011Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On this day the Most Worshipful Job Grand Lodge celebrated our Annual St. John's Day celebration. The service was held at the New Zion Baptist Church. The brothers marched in a parade to the church. The sea of brothers was very impressive.
We would like to thank the Elizabeth Police Department for the escort, District No. 3 for hosting the ceremony, the New Zion MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-80996177347037926192012-01-08T17:18:00.001-05:002012-01-08T17:18:06.206-05:00Dec 1-4, 2011Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On this weekend a large delegation from New Jersey traveled to Troy Michigan for the Annual Marshal's Convention.
The New Jersey Marshals were standing tall and looking good. We had an excellent time in Michigan.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerryMW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-46985588230323192472012-01-08T17:16:00.001-05:002012-01-08T17:16:24.079-05:00Holiday MessageBrothers, Sisters and Friends:
First and foremost we would like to wish everyone a Happy Holiday Season. Second, I would like to applaud all the lodges that have performed various charities during this season.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerryMW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-69217670974624879902011-11-21T08:51:00.001-05:002011-11-21T08:51:31.001-05:00Nov 19, 2011Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
This weekend we attended the District No. 7's Annual Convention. The guest speaker for the morning's program was Bishop Jethro James. He started the convention in a positive fashion.
The convention was very smooth in execution. The District Grand Lodge was opened satisfactory and the Burial Ceremony was also done well. We also enjoyed the three lectures given MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-86163971600948603402011-10-30T17:48:00.001-04:002011-10-30T17:48:18.921-04:00Brothers. Sisters and Friends:
On the weekend of Oct 22 we attended the Union County District Convention. The Carey DeLarge District No. 3 performed both the Burial and Memorial Ceremonies.
It was an interesting convention. We wish the members and new officers of the District well.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-45464475608374843612011-10-17T17:26:00.001-04:002011-10-17T17:26:45.571-04:00National ConclaveBrothers, Sisters and Friends:
On the weekend of October 13-16, 2011 the New Jersey Delegation traveled to Beachwood, OH for the 59th Annual National Conclave. New Jersey had the largest Delegation of all the states.
The New Jersey Exalted Degree Department shined above the rest. During the joint communication all four departments conducted a joint memorial ceremony. On Saturday, Joshua Grand MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-50078154056989095102011-10-08T20:56:00.001-04:002011-10-08T20:56:20.209-04:00District No. 9Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
Today I attended the District No. 9's Annual District Convention. This is the first District Convention for the new Masonic Calendar Year. Once again the Woodrow Ayers District Grand Lodge set the tone for the year.
The opening was great, the lectures were good and Burial Ceremony was superb. The Burial Ceremony really stole the show. The District Grand Lodge MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-19362413807265589972011-09-24T16:45:00.001-04:002011-09-24T16:45:58.729-04:00ConclaveBrothers, Sisters and Friends:
On September 17-18 NJ's Exalted Degree Department held their Annual State Conclave. As always the Conclave was enjoyable and informative. There were several lectures and a ritual contest. This year's charity was the Vashti School for Future Leaders.
It was good to see the department T.A.U. (Together And Unified).
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·.MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-2093364872678364602011-09-24T11:16:00.001-04:002011-09-24T11:16:59.962-04:00Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On September 10, 2011 I attended the Quarterly State Marshal's Council Meeting. As usual the meeting was quite interesting. Bro. Brown instituted new rules regarding the marshal's duties with respect to conventions and other Grand events.
It is good to see the Council moving forward.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-62998308253640839982011-08-13T13:46:00.001-04:002011-08-13T13:46:07.247-04:00Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
August 6, 2011 was the launch of our Annual Basketball Tournament. The start of the tournament wasn't the only launch, as I watched several of the kids launch to the rim.
It was great to see these kids involved in positive activities. If you are available please stop by the Mickey Walker Center located at 860 Anna St in Elizabeth NJ. The games run from 10-4 pm.MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-79977795315919155792011-08-13T13:45:00.001-04:002011-08-13T13:45:37.314-04:00Supreme ConventionBrothers, Sisters and Friends:
The week of July 16 thru July 23 was the 61st Annual Supreme Convention held in Orlando Florida. A large delegation from New Jersey attended the convention.
Numerous delegates obtained office on the National level. Once again the Most Worshipful Job Grand Lodge came away with the Number One Grand Lodge of the Year. This success is attributed to the hard work of MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-75456086249589136152011-06-12T07:01:00.001-04:002011-06-12T07:01:56.695-04:00NY ConvJune 12, 2011
Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
This weekend the Grand Matron, Grand Joint Council President and Deputy District Master Anthony Gamble and I traveled to Albany for New York State's Annual Convention.
The Youth Department put on several presentations during the Joint Session. Sis. Angelina Moore won the election for Grand Matron. Ill. Edward Walker retained his office as Grand MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-84929519472045337802011-06-09T19:57:00.001-04:002011-06-09T19:57:30.328-04:00ConventionJune 9, 2011
Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
Our 56th Annual Convention was a great success and that success is attributed to the hard work of our members.
We would like to congratulate the King Solomon's Department, the Grand Joint Council and the Youth Department.
In addition, we would like to thank the Marshals, the Nurses and Clergy Council for their work at the convention.
We would MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-55582328699801714882011-05-21T22:54:00.001-04:002011-05-21T22:54:53.061-04:00Annual BBQBrothers, Sisters and Friends:
On May 21, 2011 we held our Annual Fellowship BBQ. On behalf of the MW Job Grand Lodge I would like to thank each and everyone who attended the Fellowship BBQ.
This year the children enjoyed face painting, horse rides a bounce unit, etc. But, they really enjoyed beating up on the adults in softball for the second year in a row.
Most of the adults enjoyed MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-75795868823721334042011-05-15T20:05:00.001-04:002011-05-15T20:05:40.066-04:00May 14, 2011Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
This Saturday was another busy day. We began it with the NJ State Marshal's convention.
It was good to see so many non marshals attend the Marshal's Convention. This is the final convention of the year leading into our Annual Convention.
Afterward several of us made a pit stop at Makkah Shrine Temple's function.
From there I was off to Trenton to make an MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-76049398817168806882011-05-15T19:59:00.001-04:002011-05-15T19:59:57.500-04:00May 13, 2011Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On May 13, we held our final Grand Lodge Communication of this Masonic Calendar Year.
We had a good communication highlighted by Bro. Hillman's lecture, the presentation of Past Grand Master Charlie Knight's GM Coin and the presentation of Bro. Robert Jackson of King David No. 80's Twenty Year Certificate.
Next on the Trestle Board is the Grand Lodge BBQ and MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-60258642440242919742011-05-04T19:55:00.001-04:002011-05-04T19:55:52.941-04:00Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On May 1, 2011 I attended the Bethune Grand Chapter's Annual Queen Esther Day. The service was held at St. Mathews Church in Orange New Jersey.
Reverend Reginald jackson gave a great sermon. It was food for the mind and soul. We had an excellent time at this annual celebration.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-80697959158504455182011-04-30T22:57:00.001-04:002011-04-30T22:57:49.033-04:00April 30, 2011Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
Today was a very busy day. We began the day with the quarterly Grand Exalted Degree meeting. Following this meeting we had our quarterly Grand Shrine meeting, both were in Jersey City.
Afterward I traveled to Newark to attend the Martin Luther King Grand Youth Court meeting.
In all it was a good day, albeit a busy one.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-2939651648350181782011-04-24T18:40:00.001-04:002011-04-24T18:40:23.036-04:00Southern Dist ConvOn April 23, 2011 we attended the Southern District Convention comprising of Districts No. 8 and 10.
This was the final District Convention of our Masonic year. The convention was very impressive. The Deputy Grand Master stated that he believed the District Grand Lodge meeting was the best meeting of the year.
In the City Council meeting, the City Council President Sis Monk gave an impressiveMW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-4001040128652041452011-04-24T18:32:00.001-04:002011-04-24T18:32:29.148-04:00April 19, 2011
On this evening I made an official visit at Alpha and Omega No. 42.
During the communication they reminded me on several occasions that the District No. 3 were the defending Youth Basketball Champions, that they are the defending Lodge of the Year in the Tier C category, etc.
During the communication, the lodge performed a Burial Ceremony for 2000 points in the Award Program MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-60771593485538131042011-04-19T21:10:00.000-04:002011-04-19T21:11:25.441-04:00Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
This weekend I attended the A1 District No. 1 and District No. 4 Convention.
The convention was very high spirited as we laughed in between every report.
During the District Grand Lodge Brothers Barr and Cleveland gave lecturers.
In all we had a good District Convention.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand LodgeMW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-50901754681418895242011-04-11T06:56:00.001-04:002011-04-11T06:56:42.861-04:00April 9, 2011Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On this morning I attended the Annual King Solomon and Queen of the South's Annual Workshop. We heard presentation by Brothers, Boyd, Hearns, Morgan and Jackson. They covered the various topics of King Solomon, the camel, the palm tree, etc.
But the presentation that stole the show was done by Bro. Hillman, the Grand Lodge Lecturer. Bro. Hillman set the tone for MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-47397832719740400312011-04-06T09:22:00.001-04:002011-04-06T09:22:42.279-04:00April 6, 2011Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On April 6, I made an official visit to Sons of Moses No. 3 in Elizabeth. At the communication was Past Grand Master Charlie Knight.
At this communication Sons of Moses was in the active process of planning their Father's Day Dinner and Fashion Show.
I enjoyed myself at their communication.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-47720431153736724512011-03-27T20:48:00.001-04:002011-03-27T20:48:27.265-04:00Executive CouncilBrothers, Sisters and Friends:
Between March 24-27 the Grand Officers of the state traveled to Detroit Michigan for our Annual Executive Council Meeting.
The meeting was very informative as we received information regarding new legislation within the organization. We were also able to see the executives from across the country.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
MMW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-2918054313162800472011-03-23T22:57:00.001-04:002011-03-23T22:57:24.316-04:00March 22, 2011Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On this evening I made an official visit to Cedar No. 69. During the visit I gave a brief lecture on the Brazen Pillars, tokens and words for the Fellow Craft Degree.
Cedar No. 69 was also engaged in conferring the first degree on this evening.
As always I enjoyed myself during the communication.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-19700039809222270422011-03-21T09:04:00.001-04:002011-03-21T09:04:20.330-04:00March 20, 2011 Brothers, Sisters and Friends: On this evening I made an official visit to St. Samuel No. 38 in Newark. The visit allowed me to see several members I had not seen in some time. It was wonderful to see the Senior Warden and Secretary getting around a lot better since their injuries. It was also great to speak with Bro. Merrick Smith who truly kept me in stitches. We had a great visit.MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-77282633870654121152011-03-21T08:51:00.001-04:002011-03-21T08:51:53.247-04:00March 18, 2011 Brothers, Sisters and Friends: This Friday during our Grand Lodge Communication the trash talk began. As we prepare for our Grand Lodge Session in June, the members have ratcheted up the rhetoric involving the several Award programs and competitions within the Grand Lodge to be presented at the Awards banquet. Each District has also thrown down the gauntlet regarding bragging rightsMW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-69333486034393273182011-03-13T12:35:00.001-04:002011-03-13T12:35:50.629-04:00March 12, 2011Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On March 12, I attended the Joint District Grand Convention for Freestone District No. 5, Herbert Turner District No. 6 and the A3 City Council of Newark.
During the City Council meeting the Youth Department made a presentation to the membership.
Deputy District Grand Master Bro. Anthony Gamble did a very good job of opening the District Grand Lodge as well as MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-26622791219451293362011-03-06T07:03:00.001-05:002011-03-06T07:03:14.103-05:00March 5, 2011Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On March 5, I made my official visit to Sons of Light No. 138. It was a pleasure seeing the members of lodge. While there I fielded an extreme amount of questions regarding the Basket Ball tournament and JoBeth.
The brothers of Sons of Light are definitely on the move.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-81689434748645710322011-02-28T06:36:00.001-05:002011-02-28T06:36:21.580-05:00Feb 26, 2011Brothers, Sisters and Friends,
This year's Annual Education Conference may have been the best in years. We had outside presenters from various institutions as well as three brothers from the Grand Lodge. Brothers Bethea, Cox and Horell did an excellent job in their presentations.
The Educational Committee of Bro. Alshahid Hillman and Sisters Williams and Austin did a fantastic job organizing MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-70492763252001968112011-02-20T14:02:00.001-05:002011-02-20T14:02:07.324-05:00Feb 20, 2011Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
Today was a monumental day for Job Grand Lodge. The 29th Annual Breakfast was the best ever.
According to CNN Earthquakes were reported in California but it was not due to the shifting of tectonic plates but the work of the keynote speaker. Chairman Roslyn Brock tore the entire house down and set it on its head and that is putting it mildly.
I would like to MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-51932126750535280672011-02-20T13:35:00.001-05:002011-02-20T13:35:10.183-05:00Feb 19, 2011Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
Today the 7 Grand Lodges that make up the Inter Fraternal Masonic Relations Commission held their Annual Black History Program.
Each Grand Lodge supplied a presentation for the program. Bro. Sloan from Clifford Alford No. 165 supplied the presentation for Job Grand Lodge.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-30281152400232347202011-02-12T20:58:00.001-05:002011-02-12T20:58:49.449-05:00February 12, 2011Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
Today I attended the State Marshals meeting and as usual it was interesting to say the least.
That being said, I enjoyed myself at this communication.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerryMW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-40563834300426540552011-02-11T11:52:00.001-05:002011-02-11T11:52:44.060-05:00February 10Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On February 10, I made my official visit to Jeremiah No. 125. Prior to the communication I had the pleasure of seeing Ill. Vernon Gilcrest who I haven't seen in some time.
Ill. Gilcrest was dressed to impress as he was on his way to church for a program celebrating their 61st Anniversary.
During the communication I also saw brothers Manning and Davis who I MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-8918584654822920332011-02-06T22:10:00.001-05:002011-02-06T22:10:23.210-05:00Feb 3-6Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
This weekend we had our 39th Annual National District Eastern Jurisdiction Convention in Holyoke Massachusetts.
We are proud to say New Jersey had the largest delegation at the convention.
The education department put on a great show. This may very well have been the best National District Convention ever.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-81034583685259526722011-01-22T17:12:00.001-05:002011-01-22T17:12:39.553-05:00Jan 22, 2011Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
Today, I visited A3 City Council in Newark NJ. We had a fun filled meeting of brothers and sisters.
City Council President Ill. William King welcomed his new members and informed them of the City Council's Trestle Board.
New members, same standard. Keep up the good work.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-14560152618503804932011-01-16T18:56:00.001-05:002011-01-16T18:56:16.397-05:00Jan. 16, 2011Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
Today I attended Jerusalem No. 65's Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Church Celebration.
The presentations given were excellent. Deputy District Master Ali Muslim was one of the speakers who impressed those in attendance.
Jerusalem did a great job. Keep up the good work.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-66553796351342481792011-01-15T23:39:00.001-05:002011-01-15T23:39:27.563-05:00Jan. 15, 2011Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
Today I visited Sons of Solomon No. 220 in Trenton NJ. The meeting was very eventful as the lodge performed the burial ceremony for max points in the Lodge of the Year Contest. The brothers went all out in performing the ceremony.
Besides the ceremony, WM Cain did an outstanding job opening the lodge.
After attending my own subordinate lodge meeting I attended MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-89093914160108919752011-01-13T20:55:00.001-05:002011-01-13T20:55:47.726-05:00Sts. John's DayBrothers, Sisters and Friends:
On Sunday December 12, 2010 we held our Annual Sts. John's Day celebration at Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Jersey City.
Although the service was held a week earlier than normal, we appreciate the brother's support during this change.
Bro. Omar Shabazz of King David Lodge No. 80 was the Master of Ceremonies. Bro. Shabazz did a great job of moving the ceremony MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-64645104634897907422010-11-19T21:37:00.001-05:002010-11-19T21:37:59.792-05:00Nov. 14, 2010Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On this Sunday morning I visited Pyramid No. 60. It was a great pleasure to see several brothers that I have not seen in some time. Present were Ill. Stanislau, Ill. Jones and Ill. Robinson.
It was really a good day.
Later that evening I attended the Biannual Founder's Day Dinner where brothers Acey Moseley and Jerry Wiley were among the honorees.
FraternallyMW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-1030151042082235422010-11-07T09:24:00.001-05:002010-11-07T09:24:10.439-05:00Nov. 6, 2010Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
Last night I made an official visit to Unity No. 195. This was Unity's first communication since journeying to Trenton to capture the Traveling Gavel from Prince of Peace No. 156.
The brothers were very proud to have traveled there to capture the gavel. They are adamant that they will keep it for the 60 day period.
As always, we had a good time fellowshipping MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-6227980241620899402010-11-04T13:37:00.001-04:002010-11-04T13:37:39.975-04:00November 3, 2010Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
Last night I visited a Passing done by the Carey DeLarge District No. 3 District Grand Lodge.
They were Passing the brothers from the newest lodge in Union County. At this time I would like to thank Bro. Donald Jones for his dedication as the ritual instructor for these brothers.
In addition, I would like to thank those brothers from the other lodges who lent MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-33186046786412489222010-10-17T11:07:00.001-04:002010-10-17T11:07:11.468-04:00October 15, 2010Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
Last night I made an official visit to Dora No. 11 in Trenton. It was a pleasure visiting the two time Lodge of the Year.
As always while in the "D-10," I had a great time fellowshipping with these brothers.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
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Last night I made an official visit to St. Marks No. 121.
As usual I laid out the Grand Lodge Trestle Board for the upcoming year and took several questions.
It was a pleasurable time fellowshipping with the brothers; even though many of them were Pittsburgh Steelers' fans.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand LodgeMW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-58425334585780329862010-10-10T11:25:00.001-04:002010-10-10T11:25:15.731-04:00October 9, 2010Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
Yesterday I held the elections at the Woodrow Ayers District No. 9's Annual Convention.
It makes me very proud that the brothers out numbered the sisters in their Joint Session.
District No. 9 was the first district convention of the year as they have set the tone with a souvenir journal, a good opening and a good memorial ceremony.
My hats off to District MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-20873650109982773872010-10-04T22:51:00.002-04:002011-03-21T11:58:22.615-04:00Oct 2, 2010Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
This past Saturday will be one for the record books. It has to be the longest marathon of visitations ever.
The day began at 10 am with an official visit to Roosevelt James No. 241, then William J. Hughes No. 71, afterward Mt Hermon No. 210 followed by Clifford Alford No. 165 and Jerusalem No. 65, then Doric No. 6 and finally a visit to Salaam Temple No. 11's MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-34880006965524333842010-09-26T08:36:00.001-04:002010-09-26T08:36:36.582-04:00Sept 25, 2010Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On this Day I visited King David No. 80 in Newark and St. James No. 201 in Jersey City.
In both meetings we discussed the Grand Lodge Trestle Board, took various questions and joked a little.
We had a wonderful time fellowshipping with each other. Personally, I wish these newly installed Worshipful Masters great success.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-85551785947337676932010-09-24T08:16:00.001-04:002010-09-24T08:16:28.096-04:00CrusadeBrothers, Sisters and Friends:
August 24, 2010
Last night we attended the Clergy Council's one night Clergy Crusade.
It was an inspirational service and it was a pleasure to be in attendance for this fellowship.
We would like to congratulate Rev. McMillan the state Clergy President, Rev Austin for a wonderful service, the Clergy Council, the Brothers and Sisters for attending.
FraternallyMW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-21638368731292479082010-09-19T08:00:00.001-04:002010-09-19T08:00:46.894-04:00ConclaveBrothers, Sisters and Friends:
September 19, 2010
This weekend we attended our state Conclave. The GHP and GEC put on a terrific show. The meetings were very educational as well as spirited.
The winners of the different contest won gifts as well as cash prizes.
We had a wonderful time.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
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September 12, 2010
This was a very busy weekend. We started with the Grand King Solomon meeting on Saturday. I had a great time fellowshipping with the brothers in the King Solomon Department. We spoke for hours even after the meeting ended.
After the communication the Grand Matron and I popped in on the JoBeth Bowling registration in Jersey City.
From there IMW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-38530291671193219372010-09-04T19:19:00.001-04:002010-09-04T19:19:21.169-04:00Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
September 4,
This weekend New Jersey hosted the Imperial Shrine Convention at the Renaissance Woodbridge Hotel in Islin.
As expected, New Jersey won the title of the number one Shriners Dept. We are very proud of Grand Potentate Noble Leroy Nevius and our Grand Commandress Noble Lady Sandra Hubbard.
Go Team New Jersey, keep up the good work!
Fraternally,
IllMW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-75376447939568827892010-08-28T22:01:00.001-04:002010-08-28T22:01:13.104-04:00Brothers, 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. MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-7818251251041906972010-08-23T22:23:00.001-04:002010-08-23T22:23:04.673-04:00Brothers, 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 MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-76736146221428770932010-08-20T08:36:00.001-04:002010-08-20T08:36:48.496-04:00Brothers, 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 MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-89336120322677315292010-08-15T07:04:00.001-04:002010-08-15T07:04:19.823-04:00Brothers, 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 MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-20107820736957015782010-08-07T22:04:00.001-04:002010-08-07T22:04:59.730-04:00Brothers, 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
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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 MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-26920844209109834492010-08-05T22:17:00.001-04:002010-08-05T22:17:13.526-04:00Brothers, 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 MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-36996323478274908292010-08-03T20:32:00.001-04:002010-08-03T20:32:09.230-04:00Brothers, 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 MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-11816703352337169102010-08-01T06:54:00.001-04:002010-08-01T06:54:48.826-04:00Brothers, 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.MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-24752018939959745332010-07-26T22:03:00.001-04:002010-07-26T22:03:39.013-04:00Brother, Sisters and Friends:
First and foremost I would like to apologize for not updating the Blog in a few days. We have been busy handling the people's business.
We have good news for the brotherhood and hope to have some for the entire body as well this Friday.
This past week was a rough week as we lost two of our beloved brothers, Ill. Eddie Laws and Bro. John Monroe.
The Grand JointMW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-3572929290940430562010-07-16T12:33:00.001-04:002010-07-16T12:33:19.590-04:00Sup Conv HighlightsBrothers, Sisters and Friends:
The 60th Annual Supreme Convention was held from July 10-15, 2010 in Atlanta Georgia.
The Highlights of the Convention are as follows;
On Sunday brothers Aaron Burroughs GHP, Lewis Crawford GKS, and James Fulton were created and received the Thirty Third and Last Degree of Masonry.
The Ritual Committee presented and clarified revisions to the ritual.
GM HenryMW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-23935583024953950602010-07-13T22:28:00.001-04:002010-07-13T22:28:28.989-04:00GL of the YearBrothers, Sisters and Friends:
July 13, 2010
Tonight at the Supreme Convention Job Grand Lodge and I received the Grand Lodge and Grand Master of the Year Award.
This is because of all the hard work done by each and every brother of Job Grand Lodge. From the bottom of my heart I would like to thank each and everyone for their effort this year.
We would also like to thank the Grand Matron MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-59751212167276853282010-06-30T20:07:00.000-04:002010-06-30T20:08:07.874-04:00(no subject) Brothers, Sisters and Friends, On Sunday June 27, I was unable to attend the Grand Joint Council's Church Service due to my employment obligations. Nevertheless, I would like to commend the Grand Joint Council President Bro. Mainor, Vice President Sis. Martin, their officers and all the Presidents and Vice Presidents of the Grand Joint Council Department. It is my understanding that itMW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-17002743045260516772010-06-26T22:37:00.000-04:002010-06-26T22:38:31.845-04:00Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
The weekend of June 25-26 the Grand Matron and I attended Ishmael Grand Temple and Diane Grand Court's Annual Shrine Convention.
We had visitors from New York and Pennsylvania. These visitors included the National District Imperial Potentate and New York State's Grand Commander-in-Chief.
Noble Joe Barr gave a great lecture on the benefit of prayer. He also MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-52599491097444032682010-06-20T08:41:00.001-04:002010-06-20T15:28:27.342-04:00Brothers,
Please allow me to wish each and every brother of this Great Grand Lodge a Happy Father's Day.
Hopefully you will enjoy your day, celebrate it to the max.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
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On June 19, the District Master's Council President Christopher Joseph, PGM Alford, District Master Eric Tennent and I attended Clifford Alford's 13th Annual Scholarship Dinner.
Once again, it was a very successful affair as they celebrated the achievements of the two college bound students and their families.
Bro. Stevens was awarded the brother of the year MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-82989800060874886912010-06-16T22:39:00.001-04:002010-06-16T22:39:52.757-04:00Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
We have up loaded the Grand Master's Annual Report on the GM Blog on FB.
If you missed the convention, view it now on the GM Blog on FB.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
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On Sunday June 13, I attended the Shrine Department's Annual Jubilee Day Celebration.
It was a wonderful Program. My fez off to the New Jersey Shriners.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
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For all of the FB family, you can now follow the Grand Master's Blog on Facebook. Join GM Blog on FB.
See you on FB!
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
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June 3-6 we held our 55th Annual Grands Lodge Convention at the Somerset Double Tree Hotel.
It has definitely gone down in history as the best Grand Lodge Convention ever. This was not because of the Grand Master or Grand Matron, it was all due to the brothers and sisters of the M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge and Bethune Grand Chapter.
We had visitors from New York, MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-6734461994409262272010-05-30T09:34:00.001-04:002010-05-30T09:34:13.333-04:00Fellowship BBQBrothers, 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 MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-16343484603253703012010-05-23T14:08:00.001-04:002010-05-23T14:08:28.612-04:00Brothers, 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 MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-89354457499108823122010-05-21T09:35:00.001-04:002010-05-21T09:35:30.364-04:00Brothers, 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 MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-61197214501539461522010-05-11T06:31:00.001-04:002010-05-11T06:31:38.429-04:00Brothers, 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.·. MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-50734374979404042262010-05-05T06:31:00.001-04:002010-05-05T06:31:14.588-04:00Brothers, 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,
MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-37326430382452417962010-05-05T06:21:00.001-04:002010-05-05T06:21:24.767-04:00Brothers, 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
MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-52729956825350180842010-05-01T23:24:00.001-04:002010-05-01T23:24:39.646-04:00Brothers, 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 MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-533147041217865622010-05-01T23:16:00.001-04:002010-05-01T23:16:54.541-04:00Brothers, 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
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Saturday April 24 was another busy day.
We began the day in Trenton for District No. 8 and No. 10's Annual Convention.
Also in attendance was the Grand Matron, The Dep GM, Dep Commander-in-Chief, NGM, brothers from various cities within the state, and brothers from Delaware.
We want to thank the brothers from Delaware for making the trip to fellowship with usMW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-27919000882983712982010-04-19T08:15:00.001-04:002010-04-19T08:15:38.435-04:00Brother, Sisters and Friends:
On April 18, 2010 I made an official visit to Messiah Temple No. 117. The brothers were in high spirits as they looked forward to the upcoming bowling tournament. As it turns out, Messiah Temple has 6 ringers in their lodge and they have already declared themselves the winners.
Messiah Temple also had a raising on their Trestle Board. I did not stay for the MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-11446898883787602122010-04-17T23:49:00.000-04:002010-04-17T23:50:03.166-04:00Brothers, Sisters and Friends,
On saturday April 17, I made an official visit to the Willie Green District No. 2's District Communication.
It was a pleasure to be able to fellowship with the brothers. We discussed the Grand Lodge Trestle Board and had lots of laughs.
Afterward, I attended my subordinate lodge meeting. At the communication we raised four brothers to the Master Mason Degree inMW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-58776092466253103522010-04-13T06:12:00.000-04:002010-04-13T06:14:26.342-04:00Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On April 12, I made an official visit to Pride of Corinthian No. 112.
Conversation with the brothers was inspiring, we really had a good time.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
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On Sunday April 11, a mistake in the appointment schedule took me to two Exalted Degree meetings in Newark.
First, I attended Doric No. 7's Knight Templar meeting where the Grand Commander-in-Chief is a member. We were pleasantly surprised by a visit by the Grand High Priest and Grand Eminent Commander conducting their official visits.
After Doric's meeting theMW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-83013848695186741342010-04-12T15:22:00.000-04:002010-04-12T15:23:01.045-04:00Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On Saturday April 10, I made an official visit to Prince of Peace No. 156.
It was good to see the brothers out in full force as well as PM Dowd who I have not seen in several years.
It was especially delightful to meet their 5 new brothers.
We had a good time together and I am proud to see Prince of Peace doing good work.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. SmithMW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-23660668436364560242010-04-08T12:53:00.001-04:002010-04-08T12:53:38.806-04:00Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On Saturday April 3, along with my subordinate lodge, visited Clifford Alford No. 165's communication in an attempt to secure the Traveling Gavel.
Doric Lodge No. 6 also attended the meeting with the same goal of obtaining the Gavel.
During the communication we received a lecture from Absalom's lodge lecturer and a power point presentation from a brother of MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-88807609440033195322010-03-31T06:01:00.000-04:002010-03-31T06:00:40.849-04:00Brother, Sisters and Friends:
This past weekend, the Grand Matron, the Grand High Priest. Grand Eminent Commander, Grand Commander-in-Chief, others and I traveled to Detroit for our Annual Executive Council Meeting.
Numerous changes were made regarding how one travels up each side of the ladder.
Other organizational things were decided but those will be left for the e-mail group.
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On March 23, I made an official visit to the Union County City Council.
It was a joyful time fellowshipping with the Brothers and Sisters of Union County.
In attendance was PGM Ill. Charlie Knight, 33°.
We explained in detail our plans for the new home of the Grand Lodge and Grand Chapter as well as the Fellowship BBQ, State Convention, etc.
As I listened MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-36980206756057416242010-03-24T11:40:00.000-04:002010-03-24T11:39:20.131-04:00Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On Saturday March 20, we held another Masonic Dollar Day at Sisters of Soul in Linden NJ.
Masonic Dollar Day is an example of the Grand Lodge's charitable contribution to neighborhoods throughout New Jersey.
The Masons' Executive Board chooses different small businesses to support throughout the state and the members show up in full force to support that MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-74727168170848219662010-03-13T23:39:00.000-05:002010-03-13T23:38:59.852-05:00Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On March 12, we held our regularly scheduled Grand Lodge Communication.
In attendance was Past Grand Master, Ill. Edward Howard, 33°.
The morale of the brotherhood was at a fever pitch as the Traveling Gavel has sparked intense competition between the brotherhood.
The Grand Lecture, Bro. Hillman also gave an inspiring lecture.
On Saturday, March 13, I madeMW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-72906554485567897132010-03-03T18:38:00.001-05:002010-03-03T18:38:28.726-05:00Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On March 2, 2010 I made an official visit to Sons of Moses No. 3. Sons of Moses had a good communication as they planned their upcoming Father's Day Affair.
As always Past Grand Master Knight was there and so was Bro. Bostic who celebrated his 72 birthday fellowshipping with his lodge brothers.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-26113597850604265762010-02-28T08:11:00.001-05:002010-02-28T08:11:28.279-05:00Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On February 27, 2010 we held our Annual Educational Conference at the Double tree Hotel.
We had several great presentations by guest speakers as well as brothers.
Bro. Hillman did a wonderful job setting up this program.
Fraternally,
Ill. Raymond L. Smith, 33°
M.·.W.·. Grand Master
M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge
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On Sunday February 21, 2010 Job Grand Lodge held their 28 Annual Fellowship Breakfast at the Robert Treat Hotel.
At this year's Breakfast we honored Past Grand Master Ill. Clifford Alford, 33° for his leadership, dedication and support of The M.·.W.·. Job Grand Lodge for over 50 years of Square Work. In addition, we honored former judge and State Prosecutor MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-54496550015896366772010-02-20T21:33:00.001-05:002010-02-20T21:33:19.859-05:00Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
Feburary 20, was another busy day.
It began with a visit to the Grand King Solomon communication. The Grand Palace had an inspirational meeting.
As I attempted to depart the Grand Lodge Roosevelt James No. 241 arrived for their regularly scheduled communication. In addition Doric No. 6 also arrived to take possession of the Traveling Gavel. This caused me to sitMW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-26750029103998468272010-02-08T06:53:00.000-05:002010-02-08T09:49:02.998-05:00Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
This weekend NJ hosted the National District Eastern Jurisdiction Convention. The convention had great attendance from the 5 states that make up the National District.
On Friday the King Solomon and Queen of the South meeting was very nice.
During the Joint Session the guest speaker was very inspirational.
For the NDGL brothers from NY and NJ performed the MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1557750205198022133.post-19043798182552071142010-02-01T19:19:00.000-05:002010-02-03T09:10:41.346-05:00Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
On Friday January 29, 2010 we held our Quarterly Grand Lodge Communication.
The Graduates of last year's Leadership Course were presented their certificates.
Ill. William King, Grand Commander-In-Cheif was also presented a certificate for becoming a Twenty Year member.
The Grand Lodge presented Freestone No. 1 the Traveling Gavel. Let's see how long they can MW Job Grand Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07859732155402435011noreply@blogger.com