Masonic Life Network

The 43rd annual deep pit barbecue hosted by Yucaipa Fellowship Lodge No. 668 was a huge success. In the weeks leading up to the BBQ they manned the Child I.D. booth at the local Farmer's Market. In anticipation of  having a large crowd, they completed a revovation of the Lodge by painting the exterior, resurfacing and restriping the parking lot. About 250 people were served with the help of the Rainbow Girls and DeMolay boys, and children’s games were provided along with a disc jockey playing some oldies. This was an event that certainly bonded the members, families, and youth groups together.

Bob Snyder, P.M.

Senior Warden

Rim of the World Bar-b-que September 8, 2012

With the summer coming to an end, I enjoyed a beautiful day at the Rim of the Word Lodge’s annual BBQ and community car and motorcycle show. I was also able to take a tour of their Lodge and appreciate their beautiful handcrafted furniture. One of the many historical items on display is a beautifully hand crafted leather photo album.

The BBQ was really hopping with music provided by a DJ, crowds inspecting the classic cars and the smell of great BBQ food filled the air. A large tent was provided as a dinning area outside the Lodge.   It was reported that they served over 400 meals at the BBQ. I congratulate the Lodge for another great event, which shows Masons active in their community.

Frank Lee

AGL – Division 8

David B. Wehmeyer, Potentate would like to invite all Masonic related youth, ages 11 to 19, to the 21st Annual Costume Halloween Youth Dance, sponsored by Al Malaikah Shrine.  The dance will be held at the Al Malaikah Shrine Expo Hall 700 W. 32nd Street, Los Angeles, CA 90007, on Friday, October 19, 2012, 7:00PM until 11:00 PM. Enjoy all the great food you can eat, enter the costume parade and contest and have a chande to win great prizes and gifts.  Music will be provided by KROQ Music, "Big Doug" Kirk, an L.A. disc jockey.  Parking is free.    Come and join the Shriners, the DeMolay, Rainbow Girls and the Jobs Daughters for FUN! Check out the website   www.ladj.com/shriners/

ATTENTION!  Please call, e-mail or fax Joe Goldwine with the number that will be coming in your party, so that they can provide enough food.    Joe Goldwine, Youth Dance Chairman (818) 343-1631, fax (818) 343-1648, e-mail Joegoldwine@aol.com

Saturday, September 15th, Brothers John Brooks, Kevin Currier, Rob McGill and I loaded into the car in the early morning hours and made the drive to the beautiful town of Prescott, Arizona. Our final destination was the Fain Ranch, Home of the Prescott Outdoor Degree. Brother Brooks and I made this trip two years ago and had a good idea of what to expect. For Brothers Currier and McGill this was a new adventure. Upon arrival we proceeded through the front gate, signed in, and went down to the guest room by the pond for coffee and a doughnuts.

When Lodge opened, Kevin and Rob were surprised to see the slight differences in the degree work as presented in Arizona, but were very impressed how beautiful it was. The candidate was brought into the Lodge and made a Master Mason. Lodge was called to rest and we enjoyed a good barbeque lunch and lots of great fellowship.

Returning to the Lodge, nestled among cottonwoods and willows with a gorgeous blue sky overhead, we witnessed a truly amazing sight. The second section was delivered by all of the Arizona Grand Lodge Officers. What a sight to behold, as the Grand Senior Warden sat as King Solomon, and the Grand Senior Deacon conducted the candidate. The Deputy Grand Master gave an outstanding lecture.

Before closing introductions were made of the Grand Lodge Officers, the Officers of Aztlan Lodge #1, our host, and the Grand Master. The Grand Master, seated immediately in front of us took a moment, looked at us and asked the Master to have us introduce ourselves. The Grand Master was particularly pleased that Brother McGill had traveled seven hours from the San Diego area to attend the degree.

This was again a wonderful trip. Having time to meet newly found Brothers, enjoy their fellowship, and discussing things concerning our lives in Freemasonry. I strongly recommend that anyone having the day free attend this wonderful degree. It will be held again around September of next year. Let’s see if we can get enough to charter a bus.

Joe Van Dyke Jr., PM
Inspector 834th Masonic District

 Menifee Valley Lodge #289, Sun City, will be hosting the 17th Annual Dr. Vick Knight Commemorative High School Constitution Contest on October 18, 2012, at 6:30 pm. Dr Knight, who is a member of Menifee Valley Lodge, and a former member of the Riverside Board of Education, founded and headed the contest for the previous 16 years. Frank Postmus, PM, will be the Quizmaster this year.

Submitted,

Frank Postmus, PM

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