On Tuesday, 20th December Fabric Mark Lodge No 939 held its meeting at Rochdale Masonic Hall. This meeting was rather special as they were carrying out an Advancement ceremony along with help from the Lodge of instruction Semper Paratus.
The Worshipful Master Bro Stuart Smith opened the meeting at 6:40 with 15 brethren in attendance including RWBro Alexander S McLaren, PPGM.… Read more “Fabric Mark Lodge No 939”
On Monday,12th December it was the Royal Ark Mariners annual investiture meeting at Great Queen Street, London. 16 brethren met up at 9:45 at Piccadilly train station to catch the 10:15 to Euston and on this day the trains were running nearly on time.… Read more “Royal Ark Mariner Investiture”
As we approach the end of 2022 it is time for a moment of reflection.
Whilst the year has seen a return to Freemasonry as we know it, it is fair to say that a good number of Brethren are still apprehensive about returning to their Lodges with Covid ever at the back of their minds.… Read more “Provincial Grand Master’s Christmas Message”
This was my first visit to Whalley Masonic Rooms which is indeed a very interesting building dating back in time where many distinguished brethren have been members in various Lodges.
This meeting was the last one for Priory Lodge No 693 before the Installation in February 2023.… Read more “Priory Mark 693 – Whalley”
Saturday, 3rd December at Bury Masonic Hall, William Romaine Callender Mark Lodge No 136 and Latham Royal Ark Mariners held their Xmas 4 course dinner & Brass Band evening.7 for 7:30 was the start time with 55 Brethren and their partners/friends/family members in attendance.… Read more “Christmas Dinner and Brass Band”
On Thursday, 1st December at Hemsley House, The Crescent, Salford, Salford Royal Ark Mariners and Salford Mark Lodges No 994 held their regular meeting. However, on this special occasion VWBro David H Thompson, PGJO, APGM, along with a Deputation team were in attendance to witness a RAM Elevation.… Read more “994 witness RAM Elevation”
Goulburn Lodge Of Mark Master Masons No 680 held their first meeting at the Cotton Rooms, Rook Street in Oldham after moving from their previous premises at Valentinos Restaurant, 8 Retiro Street, Oldham.
In attendance was VWBro David H Thompson, PGJO, APGM, along with a Provincial deputation and 7 members of the Lodge.… Read more “First Meeting at Cotton Rooms”