Provincial News
- Written by: Michael Genner
On Tuesday the 1st June 2021 the Companions of Gildenburg Chapter were ‘thrilled’ to begin operating again as a RA Chapter in Ellindon Masonic Centre in Peterborough – albeit under a Rule-of-Six framework.
Gildenburg Chapter, by dispensation as their May 2021 meeting fell within the closing days of the suspension of masonic activity, was able to undertake its usual ‘elections’ to ensure it is well placed to hold its Installation Convocation in October 2021. Additionally, on the 1st June the Chapter was able to undertake all the outstanding administrative and procedural activities from 2020 and early 2021, which included the 2020 election and Installation, to enable the Chapter to move forward with no outstanding business when the new season begins again in September 2021.
After this June 2021 Convocation the Companions were able to enjoy refreshment and convivial ‘Companionship’ in the garden of the home of their MEZ.
E Comp Dr Christopher Clark PGStB (ScE), E Comp Stan Goakes PGStB (visitor and acting PS), E Comp David Treasure PPGSoj (acting H),
E Comp Steve Winterton (MEZ), E Comp Andrew Johnson LGCR (J), E Comp Mike Henton PPGScN (acting DC)
- Written by: Gerry Crawford
The Provincial Grand Charity continues to benefit from Amazon Smile donations. To date, £654.79 has been raised - a sum that, without your support, would not have been available for charitable causes.
- Written by: John Fergusson
As many will be aware, the ten year patent of our Provincial Grand Master, RWBro Max Bayes comes to an end on 30 June 2021. Ordinarily, on this date he would retire from office. However, in view of the current situation that prevails, the Grand Master has asked our Provincial Grand Master if he would continue in office for the time being. Naturally, he has been pleased to accede to this request and will, therefore, continue to act as Provincial Grand Master for the Province of Northamptonshire and Huntingdonshire.
The Provincial Grand Master, RWBro Max Bayes, commented:
Clearly, I am quite delighted to have my patent extended and look forward to continuing as Provincial Grand Master. It was a very pleasant surprise to receive this request”
- Written by: John Fergusson
On Tuesday the 18th of May 2021, the 2020 Annual Meeting of Provincial Grand Lodge was held. It was nearly a year later than it should have been with 350 fewer people in attendance than is usual for this flagship occasion in the Province’s calendar!
