Outstanding Installation meeting at Caduceus Lodge of MMM
The Installation meeting of the Caduceus Lodge of Mark Master Masons No. 1631 was not only an impressive Mark ceremony but a feast of Berkshire masonry in general.
The new Master, W.Bro. Marcus Hilsdon was Installed in an exemplary manner by the outgoing Master W.Bro. David Jarvis, who is also the Insptector General for Berkshire in the Ancient and Accepted Rite (also known as Rose Croix). The meeting was attended by both the Provincial Grand Master and the Deputy Provincial Grand Master, two Past Provincial Grand Masters and the Past Deputy Provincial Grand Master. We also welcomed the Provincial Grand Master for Wiltshire to ‘mark’ the fact that the new Worshipful Master is also in the Chair of a Wiltshire Mark Lodge.
The Berkshire Craft hierarchy were also out in force. The Provincial Grand Master, W.Bro. Anthonhy Howlett-Bolton, Grand Senior Deacon, took over as lodge Secretary, the Deputy Provincial Grand Master, Bro. Mark Heppelthwaite, was appointed Junior Deacon and the Past Assistant Provincial Grand Master, Bro. Matt Walker, was appointed Junior Overseer.
The meeting was followed by a delicious Festive Board after which all the customary toasts were duly honoured with suitable responses.
A happy, convivial and successful meeting which emphasised everything that is best in Freemasonry.
This weeks newsletter from Mark Masons Hall
Old Rectory Lodge – An Exciting New Year Ahead!!
A Christmas message from the Provincial Grand Master
Its RAM Grand Rank for Kevin!!
Congratulations go to
W Bro Kevin Dodd on his promotion to Royal Ark Mariner Grand Rank.
Well deserved!! From all at Berks Mark & Royal Ark Mariner
Discover The Mark
Would you be interested in the Mark Degree?
Here is your chance, an informal meeting and presentation from our Executive. An opportunity to ask questions and find out more about the fourth step in Freemasonry.
No “hard sell”, join at a time that is right for you.
We hope to see you there!
Erlegh Lodge is on a roll!!
Erlegh Mark welcomed Bro. Nic Dima whom we advanced on the 15th November, pictured is WM Jim Owens and the team with Bro Nic to his left and Bro Andy Smith to his right, who received his Grand Lodge Certificate.
Erlegh is on the up, having advanced 4 new members over the last 4 regular meetings, with more in the pipeline, being the only Saturday Mark Lodge in the Province.
If you enjoy a Saturday meeting, Erlegh Lodge is well worth a visit!
Charity, Its what we do…
Our Deputy Provincial Grand Master of Mark Master Masons – Berkshire and other members of our Province have been out selling poppies for the Royal British Legion.
The RBL is a charity who do amazing work, we are very happy to support them in all they do.
Its all happening at The Linden Acre Lodge!
On Tuesday, 14th October, W Bro John Ferguson was proclaimed WM of The Linden Acre Lodge of Mark Master Masons No. 1568 for a second year, members and visitors enjoyed a lecture on the Tracing Board with multiple members taking part in the lecture, including:
WM John Ferguson,
SW Ian Wharton,
JW Rt W Bro Peter Sands,
JO Bro Mickey Labana,
SO W Bro Steve Graesser,
SO W Bro Ian Osborne,
JD Bro David Samsome,
IG Bro Chris Young.
The Provincial Grand Master of Mark Master Masons – Berkshire informed everyone that the tracing board was changed in the 19th century, at the same time the working changed from Latin to Hebrew. Another highlight of the evening was the presentation of a Grand Lode certificate to Bro Chris Young by the PGM.
All attending retired to enjoy a lovely meal and each other’s company. A great night was had by all.