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2023 Masonic Care Community Impact Report
MONROE     about 1 month ago
Our annual Community Impact report has been created for you, our MCC donors and supporters. Within these pages, we can only capture a small part of what your gift makes possible for the people who ...
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All Welcome to Attend - Special April 9th meeting sponsored by Inspiration Lodge
MONROE     about 1 month ago
On Tuesday April 9th, R.W. Steven Adam Rubin, Deputy Grand Master will be the featured speaker at Inspiration Lodge. V.W. Michael LaRocco, Executive Director of the Livingston Masonic Library will ...
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2024 Union Star Gala - All Welcome!
MONROE     about 1 month ago
The annual Union Star Gala is fast approaching and I wanted to send a reminder with some details on the evening that we have planned.  You may have seen some information a few weeks ago on the OLP ...
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Become part of the Camp Turk family this summer!
MONROE     about 2 months ago
Are you looking for an unforgettable summer camp experience for your kiddos this summer?At Camp Turk we take pride in creating a safe, fun and magical experience for all of our campers. From the ti...
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2024 Union Star Masonic Gala!! Take Note!!
MONROE     3 months ago
The Worshipful Master of Union Star Lodge No. 320Cordially Requests The Honor of the Presence of All Masons and Their Wivesto Attend the:

2024 Union Star Masonic Gala

Saturday, March 23, 2024...
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2024 Dedicated Service Award and Years of Service Awards Celebration
Fairport-Flower City #476     2 days ago
Worshipful Master Bob Shaff accompanied by Right Worshipful Allyn Borrino, Grand Steward and Very Worshiful James MacDuff, Assistant Grand Lecturer presented the Dedicated Service Award to Brother ...
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Craftsman Online
MONROE     3 months ago
Brothers, check out the many interesting Masonic Podcasts on Craftsman Online.

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https://open.spotify.com/show/4MZdVI9XVfvCNYpIDn9iQq?si=5e1d462f56b54a78&ct=t%28COPOD-2024-Episode_1_...
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Happy Holidays!
MONROE     4 months ago
Wishing you and yours a Happy Holdays!

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SAD TIDINGS: Bill Woodside Has Laid Down His Tools
MONROE     5 months ago
Brethren:It is with deep sorrow that we’ve learned today that Bill Woodside of ERAC 154 has laid down his working tools.Funeral service details are to yet be determined..Please hold Brother Hugh Wo...
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SAD TIDINGS: Dan Broehmke Has Laid Down His Tools
MONROE     5 months ago
Brethren:It is communicated this evening from Secretary Andy Allan, with deep sorrow, that we’ve learned that Senior Deacon Dan Broehmke of Union Star 320 has very unexpectedly laid down his workin...
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SAD TIDINGS: Ken Milner Has Laid Down His Tools
MONROE     6 months ago
Brethren:It is with a sad heart that I announce that Ken Milner of ERAC #154 has laid down his working tools on October 19th. 

His obituary can be found here.

Services will be held Tuesday Oc...
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SAD TIDINGS: Ray DiJames Has Laid Down His Tools
MONROE     10 months ago
Brethren:We've learned with a sad heart that W∴ Ray DiJames of ERAC #154 has laid down his working tools on June 21, 2023. He was 84. 

His obituary can be found here.

From ERAC Secretary R∴W∴...
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SAD TIDINGS: Donald L. Norris Has Laid Down His Tools
MONROE     12 months ago
Brethren - please see the below from OATKA 759 Secretary W.: Mark Arlauckas: 

It is with deep regret  to report Brother Donald L. Norris has laid down his working tools.

On April 23, 2023 at ...
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SAD TIDINGS: Thomas Little Has Laid Down His Tools
MONROE     about 1 year ago
Brethren:It is with a sad heart that I announce that Thomas Little of ERAC 154 has laid down his working tools on March 23, 2023. He was 96. 

His obituary can be found here: 

As the obit indi...
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The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth - Training Opportunity
MONROE     about 1 year ago
The Maxwell Leadership Program is an intensive and holistic approach to leadership. John Maxwell is an internationally respected American Pastor, motivational speaker, leadership expert, coach and ...
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SAD TIDINGS: Masao Okita Has laid down his tools.
MONROE     about 1 year ago
Brethren:It is with a sad heart that I announce that Masao "Mas" Okita of ERAC 154 has laid down his working tools on December 30, 2022. He was 92.

His obituary can be found here.

From Secret...
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Have-A-Heart 2023 Update! Self-Schedule
MONROE     about 1 year ago
Brethren:

I am excited to announce that you and your Lodges can now self-schedule your own committment to the Have-A-Heart booths directly.

Click Here! Have-A-Heart Sign Up 

Do you need th...
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SAD TIDINGS: Bill "The Ox" Hunn Tools Laid Down
MONROE     over 1 year ago
Brethren:It is with a sad heart that I announce, on behalf of W:.M:. Devon Nolan, that Brother Bill Hunn of Clio #779 has laid down his working tools on October 22. 

His obituary can be found he...
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[Hot Off The Press] Monroe District Newsletter Now Available
MONROE     over 1 year ago
The Fall issue of the Monroe District Newsletter, Sprig of Acacia, is now available at:

https://www.monroemasonic.com/SOA%20Newsletter/2022/Sprig_Acacia_FALL_2022.pdf

You can read the back is...
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Grand Lecturer's Convention - Monroe District
MONROE     almost 2 years ago
Brethren: The 2022-2023 Grand Lecturer's Convention IS SET:  Saturday, October 22, 2022.

The GLC will begin at 12pm noon, and after we will enjoy fellowship with whiskey tastings. This won't be ...
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Monroe District Table Lodge REMINDER: April 16
MONROE     about 2 years ago
Brethren: A FRIENDLY REMINDER, if you have reserved for tomorrow's (Apr 16) Monroe District Table Lodge...

5:00 pm - Cocktail hour6:00 pm - Festive Board Table Lodge

DRESS: Dark Suit and Tie ...
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From The Desk of the AGL: Did You Know ... Volume of Sacred Law ji
MONROE     about 2 years ago
Brethren:As we all know, our Lodge rooms honor men of all faiths ... not just Christianity. 

AS THIS IS THE CASE ... did you know ... we are, any of us, allowed at our discretion, to substitute ...
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CLIO After-Action Report: Pins for Dominic raises $3,400+
MONROE     about 2 years ago
Brethren, this is posted with permission from Clio 779 W:.M:. Larry Vaccarelli:  

Brothers!

Yesterday (3/20) was the 2022 Pins for Dominic fundraiser at Pleasure Lanes Bowling in Hilton.  As ...
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FUNERAL SUMMONS: R:.W:. Stephen Whittaker
MONROE     about 2 years ago
Brethren: R:.W:. Whittaker's funeral arrangements have been announced. 

Details can be found at the OLP Calendar Event located HERE.

 

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SAD TIDINGS: Stephen R. Whittaker
MONROE     about 2 years ago
FROM W:. ERIC McQUISTION, SENECA 797

Brothers,

It is my sad duty to inform you that Right Worshipful Brother Stephen Whittaker passed away last night. I received the call a short time ago fro...
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Have A Heart Weekend Update
MONROE     about 2 years ago
Thank you to everyone who has supported Have-A-Heart 2022! Here are the totals from malls on Saturday:

Total Raised: $1527.86Greece Ridge: $900.33East View: $627.53

The combined total for all...
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SICKNESS AND DISTRESS: RW Steve Whittaker
MONROE     about 2 years ago
Brethren: A number have us had heard rumors about ill health regarding Brother Steve Whittaker. With the permission of WM Eric McQuistion, please see the latest update below from February 9th, via ...
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Have-A-Heart 2022 – The Final Countdown!
MONROE     about 2 years ago
We are in the final week of Have-A-Heart 2022 and have just reached the fundraising goal of $5,000. Last year we raised over $10,000 with a similar goal of $5,000 – can you help pop the top of the ...
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Have A Heart - Clowning Around
MONROE     about 2 years ago
Rosco the clown visits Have A Heart at Greece Ridge Mall.
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Have-A-Heart 2022 Weekly Update ($593 raised)
MONROE     about 2 years ago
We are wrapping up week two of Have-A-Heart 2022 and have some late breaking news!

Seneca Lodge has laid down the 2022 Have-A-Heart challenge gauntlet to the other lodges in the district. As the...
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SAD TIDINGS: John J. Rees' Tools Laid Down
MONROE     about 2 years ago
Brethren:It is with a sad heart that I announce that John Rees of ERAC 154 has laid down his working tools on February 5th. 

His obituary can be found here: https://www.democratandchronicle.com/...
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FUNERAL SUMMONS: Brother Dave Upham (ERAC, Clio)
MONROE     over 2 years ago
BRETHREN OF THE MONROE DISTRICT: YOUR PRESENCE IS EARNESTLY REQUESTED for the Masonic Service for 

Brother David G. Upham, SrInitiated: 4/23/1963Passed: 9/22/1964Raised: 12/8/1964Tools Laid Down...
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Monroe District Newsletter - Winter Edition Available
MONROE     over 2 years ago
The Winter 2021 edition of the Monroe District newsletter is now available  at: ww.monroemasonic.com 

Winter 2021 EditionFall 2021 EditionWishing you all a happy holiday season!

Fraternal Reg...
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FUNERAL SUMMONS: W:. Tim White
MONROE     over 2 years ago
Brethren:YOUR PRESENCE IS EARNESTLY REQUESTED for the Masonic Service for W:. Tim White.

FROM W.: EVAR MILLER, O-At-Ka Lodge 759

It is with great sadness that I report to you our dear Brother...
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Happy Thanksgiving
MONROE     over 2 years ago
Enjoy this video exploring Thanksgiving and the Freemasons.

https://vimeo.com/649948461

Thank you to W. Pete Matthews and the Brothers of Clio Lodge for creating this video.

C&F,R.W. Broth...
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FUNERAL SUMMONS: R:.W:. Alex Arthur – 72 Year Member
MONROE     over 2 years ago
Brethren: A 72 Year Brother of our Craft has laid down his Working Tools.You are ALL of you, earnestly summoned to come help say goodbye to R:.W:. Alex Arthur.

Brother Alex was a member of ERAC ...
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FUNERAL SUMMONS: Brother Nick Haldoupis
MONROE     over 2 years ago
BRETHREN: YOUR PRESENCE IS EARNESTLY REQUESTED for the Masonic Service for 

Brother Nick Haldoupis

WHEN: Sunday, October 10th, 6:00pmWHERE: Willard H. Scott Funeral Home -  12 South Avenue, W...
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EVENT THANK YOU: Mary Cariola Walking on Sunshine, 9/19
MONROE     over 2 years ago
My Brothers -

My thank you to all who came out to help with cooking duties at Mary Cariola's Walking on Sunshine this past Sunday September 19, out at Veteran's Park at Penfield Town Hall. It wa...
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Corona Virus - Monroe Masonic District Assistance
MONROE     about 4 years ago
I am sending this out on behalf of the District Leadership Team. We are all very concerned about the Corona Virus and its potential impact over the coming weeks especially for our Brothers and thei...
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April School of Ritual
MONROE     about 5 years ago
School of Ritual will take place on Monday, April 29th commencing at 7:30 pm at the Shrine Center on Bay Road in Webster NY.Agenda:  Degree floor work, do's & don'ts, common errors & mistakes and h...
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College of Freemasonry Educational Event
MONROE     about 5 years ago
The 2019 College of Freemasonry is fast approaching on Saturday March 30th at Genesee Community College in Batavia. The event is open to Masons and guests. This is an amazing opportunity to meet an...
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Reminder February School of Ritual (2/18/19)
MONROE     about 5 years ago
Masonic Trivia Pursuit - School of RitualMonday, February 18, 2019Lodge opens at 7:30 pmSocial hour 6:30 pmSchool of Ritual hosted by Webster Lodge #53830 Orchard Street, Webster, NY 14580We will b...
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Building New Membership Workshop - January 12, 2019
MONROE     over 5 years ago
You are invited to a “Building New Membership Workshop” the newly-formed New Membership Taskforce to be held at the Damascus Shrine Center, 979 Bay Rd, Webster, NY 14580 starting at 12:00 PM to con...
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2019 Have a Heart Campaign
MONROE     over 5 years ago
*** SAVE THE DATES ***The 2019 Have A Heart fundraising campaign to support the local Ronald McDonald House Charities is scheduled for February 8, 9, 10 and February 15, 16, 17 at the Market Place ...
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