Provincial News
- Written by: John Fergusson
Companions All,
Where does the time go – the last 12 months seem to have sped by so quickly and here we are again, approaching another Festive Season with Christmas just a matter of a few days away. So, on behalf of your Royal Arch Provincial Executive, may I take this opportunity to extend to you, to your families and to your nearest and dearest our best wishes for a Happy and Peaceful Christmas, and most importantly, for a healthy and prosperous New Year. As 2015 draws to a close, we can look back on what has been another successful and happy year for the Holy Royal Arch.
We can reflect on the record attendance we enjoyed at the Annual Convocation in June, an attendance only to be bettered by those of you who were so supportive of the visit by the Bristol Demonstration Team in September – and what a night that turned out to be. Yes, a very rewarding year made possible only by your collective and individual support, by your enthusiasm and your commitment for the Order. With my sincere thanks to you all therefore, I shall now look forward to catching up with you again during the course of 2016.
Meanwhile, enjoy the Festive season, have a great time in the company of your loved ones and may TTALGMH smile down upon you.
E Comp Wayne Edward Williams
Most Excellent Grand Superintendent
- Written by: Rob Taylor
At the December meeting of the Lodge of St Paul 6516 in Kettering, a well deserved Jubilee presentation was made to WBro Jim Scott (Snr) on attaining 50 years in Freemasonry. WBro Jim was initiated into the Lodge in 1965 and was Worshipful Master in 1976. In 1982, he received Provincial honours as Senior Grand Deacon and was Director of Ceremonies in the Lodge from 1983 to 1992. He joined Cytringan Chapter, becoming First Principal in 1980 and was later awarded the active rank of Provincial Steward.
WBro Tim Almond, Provincial Grand Senior Warden in making the presentation said, `W Bro Jim has set a fine example throughout his Masonic career and thanked him for his excellent service`.
- Written by: Rob Taylor
WBro Philip Litchfield proudly initiated his son, Bro Red Litchfield at the Lodge of St Paul 6516 meeting on 8th December 2015. This was the second `Lewis` initiation in Kettering in the past month and so perhaps is setting a trend? Worshipful Master WBro Mark Titterton led an excellent ceremony and then a most enjoyable Festive Board, made for a very special evening.
- Written by: Rob Taylor
On an overcast although dry day, Euston Lodge held a charity golf day at Wyboston Lakes golf course, where 40 players competed.
There where refreshments where available on the 1st tee, 10th tee and 19th tee followed by a luncheon. The Worshipful Master of Euston Lodge, WBro Cecil Collins and his wife along with other member’s wives joined the players for lunch, the prizes of the day where presented and sponsored by Richmond Hill Financial.
£840 was raised for WM's designated charities.
Photos show the winning Stapleford team. Eaton Socon FC Veterans, Single winner Mr James Tanswell and highest finishing freemason was Bro Steven Rodley.
