Three Generations in One Lodge
One of the many things that warms a Freemason’s heart, is when he witnesses a man being initiated into Freemasonry by his father. The son of a Freemason…
Initiation
Peter Lowndes reflects on the changes in the Craft since his initiation
Seen to enjoy ourselves Pro Grand Master Peter Lowndes reflects on how far Freemasonry has come since he was initiated 44 years ago As many of you know,…
60th Anniversary of Bill Mackenzie, Claremount Lodge
What a memorable evening it was for the members of Claremount Lodge at our October 2016 meeting when we celebrated the Sixtieth Anniversary of WBro Bill…
Jewels from the Past
A former members jewels and ritual books have been handed to the lodge by his granddaughter for which we are very thankful. The former member, W Bro…
St Milburga approaching milestone
An Initiation Ceremony at St Milburga 1120 shows the lodge to be in good heart with its 150th anniversary meeting just one month away. The Initiate is…
Cheshire Freemasons’ leader lifing the veil of mystery
PRESS RELEASE Provincial Grand Master, Stephen Martin Blank, the leader of Cheshire Freemasons is shining a new and revealing light on our organisation,…
A Lewis is Initiated
At the Petriburg Lodge No 8767 on Tuesday 8th November 2016, the Worshipful Master, WBro David Cawkwell invited WBro Eric Samler to occupy the chair of King Solomon. WBro Eric proceeded to initiate his son, David Samler, in a very moving ceremony, which was unique in several ways and enjoyed by everyone present. WBro John Harvey gave an explanation of the preparation of a Candidate and the Assistant Provincial Grand Master, WBro David Burton gave an explanation of the working tools, which he stated he had not performed for over twenty years! The ceremony concluded with WBro Leo McCormick giving the charge after initiation.
Tony sees a father install his son at Barlow Moor
Members and visitors of Barlow Moor Lodge No 4525 were most honoured and delighted in receiving Tony Harrison, Provincial Grand Master, to their installation meeting at Urmston Masonic Hall. Tony was accompanied by Mike Adams, (South Eastern Group Chairman) and fellow grand officers Brian Hayes, Chris McNab, David Durling (group vice chairman) and Gareth Jones along with Provincial Senior Grand Warden John Lee and Provincial Junior Grand Warden Jonathan Hall and acting Senior Grand Deacon Colin Ellis.
3 Generations of Freemasons in Attendance at Gothic Lodge with their Latest Initiate
The latest Initiate into Gothic Lodge 5754 was Mr Joshua Kaissi aged 21. WBro Martin Peters PPrAGDC took the chair of King Solomon to initiate his Nephew….
In Memoriam: WBro Frank Nugent, Marlowe Lodge No. 6506
It was with great sadness earlier this year that W. Bro Frank Nugent passed away. He was a stalwart of the lodge and we felt that his legacy should live…